#leadupchat Archive
#leadupchat focuses on school leadership broadly, culture, changing paradigms, and the growth mindset. It's an Ed movement focused on Leadership, Culture, Growth and Shifts on Saturdays at 8:30am CST, founded by Jeff Veal (@heffrey) and Nathan Lang (@nalang1).
Saturday October 8, 2016
Good morning ! will be guiding our convo on "Moving from Me to We." Please introduce yoursel… https://t.co/cdBKrIqhvr
Please share your name, your role in education, and where you are from.
Daniel Bauer. Principal in Houston. 👊🏼✅💯
It's almost time for my Saturday morning dose of professional learning!
Good Morning I'm Steven, A Middle School Assistant Principal from Missouri
Good morning ! Kimberly, K-5 Reading specialist from north TX.
Good morning! Teresa, MS Literacy Teacher, NY
Good morning< Michael! Thanks for being here with the coffee in full effect!
Good morning ! Joe, Supt from WI. Looking forward to the discussion...anything with is gold. Bring it!!
Adam, 5/6 social studies, Brooklyn, OH! Great morning!
Good morning :) Cyndi, Assist. Supt, from VA!
Janet Pre-k - 2 Principal from NJ. Good Morning!
Tara Wehmeyer, Title 1 improvement officer, Brenham, Texas . Morning!
YES!! Thank you for being here and bringing your insight!
will be in a Q1, Q2 with responses A1, A2, etc.
Don't forget to include the hashtag so everyone can follow along.
will be in a Q1, Q2 with responses A1, A2, etc.
Don't forget to include the hashtag so everyone can follow along.
Howdy! I am Michael from Brenham, Texas. Lead Learner at
Excited to join this morning... It's been a long time! Erin, Middle School Assistant Principal in Lehigh Valley, PA
Hi! Adam from VA. Principal
Good morning tribe! Jeff, co-founder of . Excited to join you all today. Thx to friend, leading today! Let's do this!
Good morning Lena Marie, middle school assistant principal from MA joining today!
Good morning ! Jamie, Preschool-5 first-year principal, Maryland
Thank you, brother, for being here, and bringing the thunder...awesomeness just went up by a factor of 100!
Sean, Dir. of Instructional Tech from Orland Pk IL. Good Morning
Patreece, HS Literacy Interventionist, Milwaukee, WI
Angela 4th grade from Florida!
Lissa from GA is jumping in. I serve as an educational consultant with 25 years of experience. Love helping leaders and teachers
Wait...You are down in H-Town?
Doug, Assistant Principal from Oceanside. Fired-up for this morning.
Ready to learn! Kristi Hinze Instructional Specialist, Brenham
Good morning! Katie from San Diego. Looking forward to
Morning all. John, Dir of EdTech from San Diego Area.
Good morning, my friend! Thank you so much for being here to share your incredible insight!
Dana Sprinkle K-6 principal from KS. Ready to go!
Good monring! Michelle, principal from Saskatchewan, Canada.
Welcome Doug to today. Yes good vibes to our friends in the Southeast!
Good morning Jessica-K Principal excited to learn from
Lynette Jackson Elem principal in Huntsville tx can't wait to get this starteD always great learning from the BEST
3rd Grade Teacher in the Delta
Good morning, my friend! Thank you much for being here and being a part of
Good morning -- Dennis -- Middle School Principal from Long Island, NY
Welcome Jamie! So glad you are here with today.
Always awesome to see Supt on Twitter!! https://t.co/iv7Ewrd0Fg
Good morning ! Joe, Supt from WI. Looking forward to the discussion...anything with is gold. Bring it!!
Good morning from California.
You rock! I figured if you could get up at 5:30 for a chat I could make 8:30 work for me. Ha! Paging
Hi, all! Lisa, instructional coach, suburban Chicago.
BOOOM! The level of incredible just got crazy with this inspiring edurockstar!
Good morning Jenn, Elem VP on vacation. Today we pick apples & pumpkins 🎃 🍃🍎
Thanks for being here today Dennis. Good to see ya!
Good morning !! 5th grade teacher from Buhler Kansas. Tweeting from the gym this morning.
Good morning, ! I'm an Instructional Coach in Kansas City. Sitting down with a fresh cup of coffee, read… https://t.co/E8bFJA4O1p
Good morning ! I'm Nate from Nebraska. Elementary Integration Specialist.
Charissa lead learner K- 3rd grade in AL
so mornings we need that coffee to be just that strong. WElcome to
Paul from NJ here. Educational gamechanger, growth-minded thought leader excited to be along for the ride.
Good morning all! Music educator/aspiring administrator from NY here.
Katie fromSaskatchewan. I am trying to ignore the piles of snow outside my window. Piles.
GM tribe. Sanee checking in from Houston!
Keri from CT. I'm a Lead Teacher at a K-4 school.
We're out there Michael! Few more every single day. Keep rollin!
How are you doing Teresa?
Thanks for taking time out of vacation for being here! We appreciate it!
Good morning from Garland TX 1:1 HS instructional coach
Morning to ya! Great to see you Teresa!
Confession: not a T or P. Work for WeVideo for Schools. Interested to learn. Ok to stick around the chat?
I was thinking the same thing!
Alright, buddy! Thank you for being here and being a part of this morning!
Chris principal in Newtown- 1st timer
Never a dull moment when schimidty is leading! Glad you are here Jessica with
Good Morning Danielle a K Teacher in AZ. Happy Saturday!
every chance I get. Good to "see" you.
make sure to follow my Supt
Good morning ! Here 2 support my & learn! In & out bc I'm also moving cattle!
Recently tapped to lead teacher development in literacy. Here to learn
Looks like we're surrounded by a whole lot of awesome today on etc..
Good morning! Kristi here from Texas!!
Good morning Laurie dropping in from BC Canada.
Good morning everyone. Mamoona from Nova Scotia Canada. I am a vice principal at an elementary school.
hi, there! So happy to spend the morning with you!
Welcome Sean! Always great to see you at
A1: Without a vision, how will you know where you want to go? Vision helps define the mission & the mission is a call to action!
Not as difficult as it seems when the whole house is still asleep. Forgot to mention that I'm in CA😄
Good morning, Danielle! So glad to see you this morning for
A1: A vision allows us to know our final destination, it needs to be relevant and not just another thing thrown up on the wall
A1. A vision is important because it helps you reflect. You can reflect on whether the decisions you made align.
Good Morning - Nicole, AP from VA- looking forward to learning with everyone this morning!
I just looked around the room to see if you're here, cuz that just described by house.
Good morning! Shelly, Title 1 from KS. Working a cross country meet, so in and out.
Yes to all of this. Welcome Michael to
A1: destination that everyone can work towwards through shared experiences as community of learners
A1: A vision keeps the conversation focused and everyone committed to the same work. Revisiting and clarifying is essential.
A1: Vision establishes common language, and supports a common understanding of what WE are all about. Never a final destination.
Good morning, . Great to see so many joining in! Jay, principal from Merton, WI.
A1 Vision points you in a direction, grounds your decision-making, and promotes passion
Holy moly! Is there anything this does not do! Thank you for being here, Kas!
A vision makes all other decisions clear. It serves as your compass when faced with challenges. Not about words, but actions.
A1: Leaders must create a shared vision with their staff. It must be clear and about the journey.
Good Morning! Dominique- Asst. Principal in NC
A1-Vision gives us a direction to go. A goal to aim for. A job to compete. An outcome we try to win at the end of the game
A1 We can't just wander when something is important.We need a plan, know where we are going and keep our eye on the target.
A clear vision can help guide daily decision making in pursuit long term district goals.
I'm here for the awesome graphics that I know are coming. Dazzle us
A1: A vision keeps everyone in the same boat, rowing the same way, with the same sized paddle!
Hello my friend! I am well! I hope the same for you. :)
A shared vision allows everyone to move toward a common goal to work together to do what's right for kids
Great to see you Daniel! Welcome to . Still loving the weather I bet....slight cool front in Texas today.
A1: Teaching is overwhelming. Having a vision keeps everyone focused on what really matters. https://t.co/RFz8s0RXQc
A1: Vision is the uniting & driving force that lights the path on the journey
Love the Covey reference!
A1 When we have vision it's easier for us to be transparent with Ss, Ps and peers about what we want for Ss
Literacy is my favorite topic to lead. It is the content that drives all others!
A1: a vision is a guide to where you want to go. Provides focus and greater purpose. Allows others to see the why of the how!
A1 A vision allows you to work towards an outcome. Your vision is your desired result.
Jumping in a little late. Paula from N Houston
Already nervous! Ha! https://t.co/grtFo87HkY
Any big plans today? Heard people talking about a game or something. Probably nothing. Ha!
Sure. My students last year used WeVideo to present tech proposal to school board ❤️
A1: Here’s a challenge: A real vision - that is a vision without words, one that communicates to everyone of every language.
A1: Vision allows you to see where you are going!
I used the same word! Great minds.....
A1. A vison drives us, knowing what we are working towards is helpful. Common goal that encourages us own it to make it happen.
A1 A vision provides a destination - without that in mind there is no clarity in the work.
Welcome Joe, appreciate your leadership here today with . Yes, is the real deal!
A1: Vision is more than words, but the words help others begin to see what we see.
Without a clear and succinct vision the people will perish. Vision is what gives us a reason to move from point a to point z
Such a great reminder! This is for students also. "If I want an A, I should learn everyday” https://t.co/oDxZbqbqyU
A clear vision can help guide daily decision making in pursuit long term district goals.
A1: Helps to give guidance to any and all plans in the building.
"How does this plan fit with our mission?"
A1 Once the collaborative vision is established, the team can create the goals that align with it. Facilitates direction
Welcome Eric to . Always appreciate your insights.
Glad you're joining in https://t.co/um8KTywLDx
Good morning! Shelly, Title 1 from KS. Working a cross country meet, so in and out.
A1 the vision makes everyone's why make sense...we are all in this fir the right reasons ...now the mission is how
that is inspiring Lynette. Thanks for the encouragement.
A1 It's easy to get worn out or lazy, if you don't have a "big idea" of what you're trying to accomplish.
Yes! We need tech tools that helps us move a vision forward, not perpetuate the design we are trying to change!
Cyndi, great to see you today at !
A1 It's easy to get pulled in many directions daily, having a vision guides you back and focus on the p… https://t.co/JnoB0r3uZ7
A1 Vision guides the work needed to collectively become focused on purpose
DId u know that teams that score more than their opponents in a game win over 95% of those contests? Just do that.
A1: a way to guide and shape the culture of your school, from the vision you create your SMART goals!
A1: Without a vision, what's the point? It provides all stakeholders with a common North Star & makes many qs easier to answer.
A1; vision anchors decision making. If it doesn't fit with your vision, move to what does.
Love the roadmap analogy, nice visual.
A1: without a vision, how can you tell if you are headed in the right direction or making progress.
We have missed you Erin! Great to have you back with the tribe at today!
I love that...vision pulls us back to our center!
A1 Usually no vision means a lack of deliberation and thought.
A1: A vision connects all stakeholders and reminds us of the main purpose. should be easy to remember!
A1: Need a vision to ground you, drive decisions, measure success, & know you're on the right path. Be clear & get buy-in, too.
A1: It is important to have a vision to communicate Why you do what you do to the parents and community
Great to see ya back Adam! Welcome to
A1- to be able to work together and support each other for a common goal : job too hard to do alone: also everyone grows
A1: Vision gives direction. @ our school we use phrase " beautiful & brilliant" when referring to our Ss. https://t.co/PEU7ul8vZa
That kiddo has moves! Welcome back Tamy to
A1. You need a destination to start your journey.
A1- Your vision guides your daily actions and core beliefs. It's integral in reaching success
A1: A vision articulates direction, aligns actions, identifies the core beliefs and focus of the organization.
LOL!!!!! You are so wise, my friend! :) Remind me later to keep laughing! (Around 6:00 CST)
:) https://t.co/ysfBbvNyk4
DId u know that teams that score more than their opponents in a game win over 95% of those contests? Just do that.
A1 It's the roadmap of achieving the next level. Goals•Decision Making•Shared Focus
A1 Provides the Focus! For planning, discussions & decision making. Keeps all headed in same direction together.
Right, Anne.Just had this convo a week or so ago. Important that the steps are measurable to determine success
That is awesome...it gives us a roadmap, but it can allow us to determine how to get there!
Lena! Good morning and glad you are hanging out with the crew today at . Always learn so much from you!
A1: A shared vision focused on student success is powerful & brings out the BEST in our Ts
A1: vision gives insight into beliefs, philosophy, what's important, etc. Like a window.
A1: Vision gives opportunity to focus, refocus & reflect. Many hurdles are thrown in the way. Vision keeps eyes on the prize.
This just gave me an idea. Collect and share images of our vision being lived out.
"more than words" is HUGE! How do leaders model staying focused on that vision?
A1 Keeping focus on a clear vision helps leaders navigate obstacles as well as minimize/avoid distractions throughout our days.
Jeff! Great to see you boss! said you guys would by 10,000 copies of if I was here. Thx!
Hi I Matt, K-5 Art in TX. Sorry I am Late!!
A1: vision of where you want to go is important b/c it can help guide your decision making. Are we making strides to get there?
Welcome Bethany! Your hogs are on a pretty good roll this year. So great your are lending your thinking today to
Hi from Pittsburgh, A1 need to have focus, helps guide our next steps,work together to set goals, continue movng fwd
A1: a leader has vision. It's part of the definition. And can't be otherwise
Bingo! Action without vision is just wandering aimlessly in the dark!
I like that idea of it being the "foundation".
A1. A clear vision sees the path and not just the next step
A1: It is always easier to keep striving if I know I am making progress.
A1: A vision, to come to fruition, requires thought, passion, follow through, and a plan. W/O these it is simply a dream.
YES! Words are a beginning, but it has to be brought to fruition through actions. https://t.co/iOtLpdQBqB
"more than words" is HUGE! How do leaders model staying focused on that vision?
Good morning to YOU, Katie Martin! Happy I know you. I enjoyed talking at !! Let's work together on s/th
& describe Vision as THE EYE: Envisioning what you SEEK to become
A1) Vision allows you to look back and see how far you have traveled on your journey & assess the next steps.
A1: Without a clear vision, you lose your reason why. It's important to help direct where to go next.
Lord knows the two of you need all the help you can get to sell that sucker... https://t.co/H8gBLuPJia
Jeff! Great to see you boss! said you guys would by 10,000 copies of if I was here. Thx!
A1: Vision creates culture, culture creates opportunity
A1: Without a district vision, initiatives may feel fragmented, much like ineffective instruction.
you have to know where you want to going as well as where you have been.
FORWARD. Incredibly powerful word!
I told him we would buy 100,000 copies..so Todd was holding out on ya!
A1: I struggle with the wording often...sometimes get lost in how I want to "say" things even though I see it in my mind.
A1-A vision gives you purpose. Purpose brings about passion. Passion leads to success!
Hi Rachelle! Thanks so much for being here and lending your insight to
Agree, Dennis. When these barriers occur, we can always ask how the event connects with our "why".
Coming to you from Dallas, TX Pk-5 Principal...excited to collaborate with you!
A1: if you don't know where you want to go, you will never figure out a way to get there.
A1 I think other people esp students can tell when you have no vision. Kids know when you're full of shit
Good morning. Joan from California up early for me on Saturday.
Great to see ya Lissa at and bringing your experience!
A1b: Vision is what pulls us in the right direction. It encapsulates all of our perspectives into a brilliant cohesive plan
Always love hanging out here! Lots to learn together and always energizing! https://t.co/8sMa84INvX
Lena! Good morning and glad you are hanging out with the crew today at . Always learn so much from you!
This! https://t.co/XmO0OLrUxD
A1-A vision gives you purpose. Purpose brings about passion. Passion leads to success!
even worse, running aimlessly in the dark. Going really fast in the wrong direction... frightening
Q2 Coming up in 1 minute...
October is SO busy! I didn't realize it last year. I take time every morning to go for a 15 min swim to relax
A1 Without a vision how do you know where you are going? You'll just be drifting
A vision's not something thrown together in an afternoon committee-time & intentionality must B part of the work-must be livable
Thanks Todd! A great start to the day :)
Thanks! - Great way to start the day! https://t.co/Ebw83oUhEb
Great to see ya Lissa at and bringing your experience!
A1: The vision is the WHY. No Why and everyone wonders.
agreed! It drives decision making!
Great idea! Pictures speak a 1000 words! https://t.co/hKhPjGwTki
This just gave me an idea. Collect and share images of our vision being lived out.
Morning everyone. A little late. Ryan, Elementary Principal from Northern Ca.
A1) This question was very powerful because it encompassed vision on all levels
Don't overthink it! Just get it down on and execute!!!
A1 It helps focus everyone on the journey that you and your students want to make
Coming to you from Dallas, TX PK-6 Principal...excited to collaborate with you!
A1: Collective efficacy. The vision is not mine, it's ours. When it's ours we all own it and it's reflected in evey interaction
Good morning all. So happy to learn with you. Kathy from Agency of Ed, Proficiency Based
A1 without vision, there is no destination; w/o a destination there is no map to guide success
Kerstin from WI.. glad to be joining
YEEHAW! My buddy has joined the show...step back, everyone...it's about to get real at
A1: A shared vision is like a road map for your school or division: It helps guide others to the destination!
Better late than never... Latoya, in rainy SC here with a fresh cup of coffee here for the party!
Me too. I think it's so important that I don't want to miscommunicate. I want to make it very clear.
Hahahahahah!!!! You are going to get a FANTASTIC deal!!! That was hysterical. Well played.
A1: Without Vision, it's like driving with a blindfold on. If we don't know where we want to be how can we get there?
I like that analogy of drifting.
A1: when you have a vision that the school believes in its amazing how far you can get!
You are not alone. My sentiments exactly! https://t.co/wEn4QjKz6w
Always love hanging out here! Lots to learn together and always energizing! https://t.co/8sMa84INvX
Lena! Good morning and glad you are hanging out with the crew today at . Always learn so much from you!
A1 vision provides all stakeholders a mutual direction to work towards and to evaluate progress
A2: One of my favorites: Learn with passion. Act with courage. Change the world. (See “From Leading to Succeeding”_
A1: clarity of vision creates collective impact.
A1) Without lights a car drives into the ditch. A vision helps to bring to light where our eyes should focus!
A1. Vision brings everyone together for a common purpose. Vision can build a school culture where no one wants to leave
A1. A shared vision is helpful when you stumble or encounter barriers. It renews energy in those times.
At the end of the day, after all the craziness, all the phone calls, all the everything, we can refocus. We have a direction
A1 VISION (shared vision) is the KEY & it's glaringly absent in educational leadership-in classrooms, schools, districts, states
A2: I'm a believer in authentic, inquiry-based learning, while also making sure to stress the basics (e.g, literacy).
My vision is my why! Im a Simon Sinek believer
A2: Making for all Teachers and Students.
Metaphors RULE. Love this . https://t.co/opjjiNelEt
A1) Without lights a car drives into the ditch. A vision helps to bring to light where our eyes should focus!
A2: teach to whole child on social/emotional, academic, personal level to provide most supportive learning environment possible
A2: We are a school & workplace where all members feel comfy, safe, & welcomed. We ack. & celebrate differences & diversity.
When a vision is just something on a paper does it guide our decision 2 enact initiatives? -Does our vision allow us to say no?
A2) to have a collaborative community that embraces diversity on our journey towards academic excellence & social citizenship.
This great! Simple words but powerful vision! https://t.co/nNkXNVm1NT
A2: One of my favorites: Learn with passion. Act with courage. Change the world. (See “From Leading to Succeeding”_
How you obtain that vision is that crucial process of analyzing your internal & external environment. Where are we? Want to be?
So true! The "why" of the organization should align with the "how".
A2: Classroom vision- to make sure my Ss are helping to close the achievement gap!
A2: every S, T, and stakeholder is valued and the work of the school is designed to best educate our Ss through focused purpose.
A2: To lead without boundaries and grow. Focus on the can, the how and the why. Eliminate excuses and remove wasted steps.
Thats a really good point. Grounds us.
A2:No matter what, do what is best for our Ss, even if it is not best for us
A2-Providing a safe nurturing environment that inspires young minds -every day, every child, no exceptions, no excuses.
I like that, Ross! Have a solid foundation that allows you to reach to even greater heights. https://t.co/bI2NUwWON8
A2: I'm a believer in authentic, inquiry-based learning, while also making sure to stress the basics (e.g, literacy).
A2 When my Ss leave 3G they will be on the path to understanding how to weaponize their thoughts in writing&change the world
A1: direction. Keeps the end in mind. Best made plans provide minimal impact of not supporting the greater cause
A2 Ss will be academically, socially, and emotially astute individuals and that Ts will be exemplar of the PLC
My vision is to make science learning awesome for Ss through the implementation of , making, and proficiency based learning
A2a: developing generations of positive world changers is our district vision.
A2: My classroom will yield a safe, respectful and nurturing environment where all students are engaged and excited to learn.
A2 Build relationships with students, staff, families so we can work together toward success for all.
A2: To lead without limits, and contribute a culture of learning and empowerment for all involved.
A2 Personal-Be a positive force helping others achieve their best. Bldg-Enhance educational experience for every student.
A2: my Ss are always the priority and at the center of all I do, are my decisions making positive impact, best for students
A2: My vision is to build a family of learners who care for others and show kindness and understanding for people.
A2: Educators on the whole embrace Ss intrinsic curiosity & motivation & celebrate individuality rather than promote conformity.
A2-Making excellence a standard.
My Vision is to come alongside teachers to equip, encourage, and empower them. That is why I created https://t.co/jQo1R96B2q
A2 2 create the best outofthebox environment 4 kids 2 learn, develop, discover! Every child every day n… https://t.co/Zcm3hjj6PR
A2: S will leave my classroom able to meaningfully/independently problem solve. That s are invested in a culture of learning
Hey, Todd...Hope all is well!
A2: Model and teach others to become comfortable being uncomfortable in your learning environment. At that point, one can grow.
A2: Create global citizens who strive to always want to know more
A2: Create a caring, nurturing, and educationally stimulating environment in which all stakeholders learn together
A2: Do what's best for children. Period.
A2: build relationships so Ss see me as an adult they can go to in times of need, regardless the situation
A2:We are a community that works, learns, & succeeds together. My favorite part about that is u can ask kids & adults. They know
Do you ever have problems with people who don’t agree?
Positive world changers is a great vision! https://t.co/xRJ6wUCAih
A2a: developing generations of positive world changers is our district vision.
Provide a safe & nurturing envir. where Ss are empowered to becme successful lifelong lnrs, reaching their acad & soc potential
A2 Speaking vision into the life of every child, every day & doing whatever it takes to make that vision a reality.
A2:My vision ties together leadership, instruction, curriculum, tech., and PD for the growth of modern learning environments.
A2 My Ss will know that their thoughts/words have value and power and that they can use them to make change
A2: My vision for tech in our classrooms is for Ts to use tech to further engage Ss & enhance lessons. NOT just added on top!
oops I forgot personalization! and I mean ALL Ss, each & every one https://t.co/Ff0X1rsdxq
My vision is to make science learning awesome for Ss through the implementation of , making, and proficiency based learning
A2: That our school will be a safe and welcoming environment for all children that helps them to become leaders of their lives
A3 One Community-One Family-Forest Lane Academy Empowering ALL Leaders. Our staff worked to redefine it at BOY!
A2: My Vision in the classroom is to develop the future leaders of the world and help them believe that anything is possible
A2- Teaching to the Edges (T2E)- not every student doing the same thing at the same time!
A2: District vision: Learning for Life
School Vision: Pursue excellence with staff and students
Class: Welcoming and Engaging
A2 To provide Ss w/ opps to learn, collab, have choices, w/authentic learning exper & feel valued in CR
A2: my personal mission is to create relevant opportunities for Ss to be individually and collaboratively successful
A2. Always keep students as the focus. Trust, Relationships, Innovate, Relative, and Innovation
Getting to know Ss for who they are, NOT who we would like them to be
Recurring theme-do what's best for kids.
Even when they know the WHY there can be resistance. It sure makes it easier when they agree though!
A2: My goal as a Literacy Interventionist is to make sure my students are closing the achievement gap!
Its so simple, but not always done. Keep kids as the focus only your work.
A2 Creating an environment where both Ts and Ss are excited to come to each day...rushing to get through the doors every morning
A2. Focus on relationships, learning is something we do together.
A2: Coaching perspective: "creating a school culture where Ts and Ss 'think' & 'learn' together.
A2: Create an environment where every student can succeed without being like every other student.
A2b: my classroom vision or goals would be -make school enjoyable -learning what they need to -inspire them to make a difference
I respect the "lack of" adjectives here. Sometimes vision statements include too many.
Yes! Has to be a shared vision that is about actions, not just words. https://t.co/KoTTXcMQLw
A1: Collective efficacy. The vision is not mine, it's ours. When it's ours we all own it and it's reflected in evey interaction
A: engaged students, Parents, school leaders and comm working as partners for success in school and life!
Shared ownership/understanding of the vision is huge. It shouldn't be something that is done to people.
100%. So important. That takes a lot of self work and reflection, too!
A2. Listen...Learn...Lead together as a community forward in our learning.
A2) For ALL Ss to know that they have people that believe in them and their dreams and that they are never alone.
So awesome...so important! https://t.co/4tCnhc3uRV
A2 Creating an environment where both Ts and Ss are excited to come to each day...rushing to get through the doors every morning
I still want to chat! It's keeping me from my honey do list!
A2 that EVERYONE can come to school happy, leave happy, and we all learn something.
A2: support Ss in whatever they need so they can be productive respectful leaders and find their own answers to their talents
A school where students maintain their childhood joyfullness while learning to be globally competitive and empathetic
you're so right! I need to make a for my school to remind us! https://t.co/dJAmXyjE1m
Its so simple, but not always done. Keep kids as the focus only your work.
Yes, and where families feel that way when they visit, too!!!
I just trying to keep it real! Love then disruption :)
My vision is to create the habit of and love of life long learning in Ts and Ss
A2: At , We are EXCELLENT on PURPOSE. In everything we do, we aspire EXCELLENCE.
Q3 Coming up in 1 minute...
A2 To cultivate life long learners!
We can't ignore the research that supports collective efficacy in our profession. Know thy impact. https://t.co/Q0hpXgwCzg
A1: Collective efficacy. The vision is not mine, it's ours. When it's ours we all own it and it's reflected in evey interaction
A2: Do what it takes for each student!
A2 Both Ts and Ss asking the same question-"What will I get to learn AND lead today?"
We are all learners! The "we" is inclusive Ss, Ps, Ts, Leaders , and community . https://t.co/XkSrkOpEFL
A2:We are a community that works, learns, & succeeds together. My favorite part about that is u can ask kids & adults. They know
In classrooms, yes. Ts must filter through the noise & focus on what is best for their kids. https://t.co/e26QYlreSj
Visions need to provide more than inspiration. They must have a trajectory to be effective.
A2: Joyful teaching leads to joyful learning Create, Innovate, and LEAD the Learning
A2 Vision work is pointless if you aren't going to describe & commit to the ACTIONS that will get you there
A2- To provide all Ss with quality learning experiences and empower them to apply their knowledge in the world
A2: Next to my desk for ten years now: Safety, Love, Learning
A2b: one heart, one mind, one direction will lead us to being unstoppable in our pursuit of academic excellence
If its not explained well and they dont understand the Y, it can be, but when they know the Y they usually agree
we work to reach and challenge every student every day!!
A2 One Community-One Family-Forest Lane Academy Empowering ALL Leaders. Our staff worked to redefine it at BOY! ALL means all!
A2) personal vision as campus leader...support a culture for teachers & students that demonstrates "people first" in everything.
A2 for all students to achieve their potential and grow as individuals along the way
Its all about building those relationships and moving forward together. https://t.co/2xTZVHhSkN
A2. Listen...Learn...Lead together as a community forward in our learning.
If that is done, then we have done amazing things for our kids! Awesome!
A3. Engage them, ask them what it is they need. Listen as they speak. Ask for them share examples of what this would look like.
You guys up? Come on over and join in
Interventionists are the best at providing intentional experiences! How can Ts emulate with full classrooms?
A2 To take care of each other and encourage all to learn and grow their knowledge and talents every day
This is great! https://t.co/IcLvJvVanf
A2: Educators on the whole embrace Ss intrinsic curiosity & motivation & celebrate individuality rather than promote conformity.
That is so true! Words are empty without actions. https://t.co/bW7PuoE0uy
A2 Vision work is pointless if you aren't going to describe & commit to the ACTIONS that will get you there
G'morning, everyone! Cris, AP at , jumping into a little late.
Mic Drop! on the first question!
A2: My vision is also that students FEEL their own power; they FEEL learning. Every single student. No exceptions.
A3 invite them to the table! Ask what our ideal school would look like and ask how we can get there.
A3 I asked my kids what they want for themselves when they grow up and what they want to be able to do. 1/?
A3: As a teacher, wouldn't it be neat to start the year by having a visioning session with parents/students?...
A3: One on one conversations are most informative for me. Informal talk w/ kids, families, staff, community members.
Ask them. Promote it through social media. "First 5 people to find me at the football game and tell me the vision get a T-shirt"
"People first" is so important! https://t.co/sdP3G0T4UU
A2) personal vision as campus leader...support a culture for teachers & students that demonstrates "people first" in everything.
A2: OUR vision: To be EXCELLENT to each other BADASS work. Period. To do work that makes the world slightly better.
A3 I also set up times just to be accessible. Host regular office hours so people have face time when needed
Yes! We teach individuals-- no cookie cutter classrooms! https://t.co/DXr1LKCdLt
A2: Educators on the whole embrace Ss intrinsic curiosity & motivation & celebrate individuality rather than promote conformity.
A3: you have to provide forums in which you can hear the hope and dreams parents have for their children
A2: for my Clsrm, My Ss will become collaborative thinkers, who are considerate abt the community around them. While making art
A3-Listen - Easiest to do but hard at times
A3: classroom: discussions, reflect w/ Ss, ask for their input/ideas/thoughts/suggestions include them in decision making
A3 I then showed this to my Ss parents and asked the Ps how they wanted to help their kids get there. 2/?
A3: asking people what it is kids need to know today to make it in today's job market/world.
A3: having Twitter chats for parents is a pivotal piece in getting, giving, and implementing advice that benefits all
A1)Important to have a vision so that every decision you make, every second and dollar you spend makes that vision a reality.
regular "Coffee with the Principal" for some face to face time and strong coffee ☕️!
A3 Listen, give opportunities for stakeholders to have a voice, celebrate successes, review, reflect often.
A3: simple I ask Ts, build relationships & just listen. I also have a team of digital leader Ts who I collaborate w/ get ideas
If the Ss in your organization were asked what they felt was the school vision, what would they say?
A1 Talk. What's best for kids. Alll stakeholders! Set community VISION & goals to reach it. Ppl will work to make vision reality
A3: Deliver a clear vision message from the top, invite open engagement from stakeholders, define a theory of action, execute!
Lunch with students is very informative! https://t.co/gn8Zwsm7Sb
A3: One on one conversations are most informative for me. Informal talk w/ kids, families, staff, community members.
Between errands lurking. Bill, proud superintendent from VA!
That is a big part right there...being willing to walk in without having all the answers to the questions!
A3: Talk to the stakeholders, meet with them, show them, and offer surveys.
How often do you host this? Is it for staff, community, or both? https://t.co/FGQzpIEtUo
regular "Coffee with the Principal" for some face to face time and strong coffee ☕️!
we create public documents-including Ts living curriculum maps transparency builds community
A2 facilitating the empowerment of T and Ss to reach a common goal to love learning and exploring not being afraid to ask why
I adopt a mantra every week. "We are all learners" is this week's. Thanks
It's about valuing people and the experiences they bring.
A2: Students are innovative problem solvers that see the value of education.
A3 Always have open door, honor ideas and differing viewpoints, collaborate.
A3: implement community school model!
A2: OUR vision: To be EXCELLENT to each other & do BADASS work. To do work that makes the world slightly better.
A3 Through continous convos with our stakeholders. There feedback helps fine tune the vision to adequately express our purpose
A3: start with the values that exist and that are wanted. Review the strengths of your stakeholders
thank you, glad you agree:)
A3: We do weekly surveys, but I want to start focus groups with staff - where they know I will just write down fb not names.
Keep it all transparent 💯 https://t.co/AHhOFEPvxI
we create public documents-including Ts living curriculum maps transparency builds community
A3: people will not share if the culture of listening and working with feedback is not present.
A3 Talk to people, build relatshps, ask Q & listen to A, have opp for each grp to be involvd, surveys
A3:Invite ppl in, constantly ask and listen the community, Ps, Ss what they want their school to be like
A2)My vision: Ss will grad with the critical skills necessary to be successful global digital citizens
A3-We need to ask our stakeholders, "Where do you see us in the next few year?" "What direction do we need to go?"
https://t.co/05GQ4NZGwE
I love that you immediately thought of STUDENT input. This is such a focus of study for me right now.
A3: Build a very clear message and brand around the newly created vision. Communicate the brand in a wide variety of methods.
Witness! This guy leads BADASS work! https://t.co/59YJOQDokC
A2: OUR vision: To be EXCELLENT to each other & do BADASS work. To do work that makes the world slightly better.
A3. Transparency, communication, invite to the conversation, and recognize them as a very important piece of the puzzle.
A2: Every student can and will succeed! I believe that making your classroom environment successful is a key piece.
A3 This idea of wanting to create great thinkers emerged. Self-Possession starts with critical thought. 3/?
A3:Welcome them in and reach out to them.Spread the word/build relationships-the benefits are amazing!All for the kids
so true be authentic in the lessons we create for Ss
A3: At parent conferences, I will ask, "What is your vision for our class?" (Thanks to this chat for the idea).
always gives great ideas...parent Twitter chats hmmm https://t.co/Ar0LgSvlhF
A3: having Twitter chats for parents is a pivotal piece in getting, giving, and implementing advice that benefits all
Having the vision established also makes difficult decisions easier. U can come back to a common understanding of why u are here
A3 Mtgs, informal chats, classroom pres. I store all the info & return to it when we are able to address or find a solution.
A3 Individuals identify their passions & build personal vision. Have to know that before bring together to create shared vision.
A3: I believe community members would want/need multiple opportunities and avenues to contribute.
A3: Allowing others to see who I am is a big goal for me, not just professionally but personally. I want others to KNOW me.
A3: we have been using social media to connect families/school/ communities.
A3- Lead with the door open! Listen and hear what the school community is saying
Unexamined traditions are incredibly stupid and potentially harmful https://t.co/xOphaW6ver
Q3: Stop defending "the way it has always been"and begin with an openness & desire to change. Lead with questions,… https://t.co/eTJhIxijM8
A3 Foster relationships by listening to students, staff, and families. Provide and encourage as many opportunities as possible.
A3. We include teacher, student, and parent voice in the decision making process.
A3b: Schools must have an open door policy and allow parents to dig in and get their hands dirty to see what needs to be done
A3 (Good) Writing is critical thought manifest and I want all my kids to be excellent writers 4/4 (I think)
A3: Here’s the acid test: Can leaders and teachers use the vision to identify something that they STOPPED doing?
Ha! Thanks Doug! Great chat this morning. Fantastic topic.
If a decision isn't going to have a positive impact, don't do it
Follow along with all week long. Just use the hashtag to share great thinking on all things education a… https://t.co/wmV5DKX0nG
A3)Our new P facilitated a mtg where the Ts helped form our campus vision.
I wonder what they would say? May not be what we want to hear...
love that you added be excellent to each other, that's powerful
Can't be too busy for the most important people in the building!
Agree, Bethany. It's during these times when we are able to receive "genuine feedback" from our stakeholders
A3: I try to remain an active member of our school's community and work w/ like-minded Ts to continue practicing our philosophy
A3 Stakeholder planning committees, fostering T leaders, cycle of planning/implementation/feedback/refl… https://t.co/SVFP1sS1Ax
Our vision:(not a school)students creating in collaborative ways. In any org (Family work school) it all comes to communication
A2: empower all learners know they matter & have the skills & dispositions to find their place in the world.
Rock on, !! https://t.co/ZTcN76Jge8
A3. We include teacher, student, and parent voice in the decision making process.
I agree. I'm an trying to find ways to model and simplify this process for Ts. I'd love ideas!
A3: Our PLC group has diverse membership w/ diverse experiences & perspectives. We took time to clarify our vision.Talked it out
A3: Informal talks with Ss and Ps. Simply asking their opinions on things!
A3: By changing the eye level. It's easy to get caught up in the status quo. We need to paint the corners and keep it creative.
A3 Strategies?
Dialogue
Dialogue
Dialogue
Dialogue
More Dialogue
Decide to Act
Do Something
Dialogue, Repeat
MOMENTUM Moves.
A3: We invite community members to our various teams. It's important to make sure they have a say and not just a seat.
A3 reminding people what the vision is by openly stating it regularly always helps.
A3 I've used Google form for staff surveys too. Super easy and quick. Info is so helpful.
Here's some leadership thinking! https://t.co/LPk4QcuXlj
A3: Build a very clear message and brand around the newly created vision. Communicate the brand in a wide variety of methods.
A3 Focus Groups, Inviting In + Reaching Out, Transparency, Listening Ears + Open Mind
A3. Listen and respond to criticism. Deal with the roadblocks. Authentic
A3: An open door policy means more than just sitting in your office with an open door...get out and go in other's open doors!
Great visions are about relationships. We are all in this together. Like our district vision "One Brenham-Better Together"
Totally agree! I'm thinking they may not have an idea .....
A3 I am blessed to be in a community that asks how can we help...AMAZING
Have you ever thought about having any dialogue with stakeholders? https://t.co/d8uLWIvCYh
A3 Strategies?
Dialogue
Dialogue
Dialogue
Dialogue
More Dialogue
Decide to Act
Do Something
Dialogue, Repeat
MOMENTUM Moves.
Yes!Every person brings something. Finding that something or helping them find it & then valuing it is truly important
A3: start with asking questions & listening, look for need, open a discussion with leadership team, bring in key teachers & run!
A3: Authentic dialogue...Valuing the learning and curiosity that comes w/ true dialogue. Eliminate BIG Chair, little chair.
Be consistent with 2-way communication pathways.
Explore and promote new spaces...where we can listen. https://t.co/LN7JfFZ2h8
I can build a culture around that! "Excellent to each other" https://t.co/dRN9RmuQAS
Witness! This guy leads BADASS work! https://t.co/59YJOQDokC
A2: OUR vision: To be EXCELLENT to each other & do BADASS work. To do work that makes the world slightly better.
Q4 Coming up in 1 minute...
YES! Can any of us use a shared vision to reflect and quit our “pet projects”?
Challenge of creating shared vision is taking competing voices & creating cohesive/livable vision focused on achievable outcomes
A3: Be your students sounding board. Allow them to empower and lead in the school.
Love this ? How have we changed to bring our vision to life. https://t.co/xpCmK4eNLZ
A3: Here’s the acid test: Can leaders and teachers use the vision to identify something that they STOPPED doing?
So happy to hear words like kindness and caring. Soft skills and relationship skills foundational
Creating a community of learners where there is open, honest dialogue and inclusiveness. Absolutely! https://t.co/w6V24YzCNG
A3: An open door policy means more than just sitting in your office with an open door...get out and go in other's open doors!
Be visible,Attend PTO meetings, surveys, invite parents to leadership team meetings, Student principal advisory board,
Great question & yes. Both stopped & started. I am going to bring this concept to our next PLC meeting. https://t.co/pcbugShPOd
A3: Here’s the acid test: Can leaders and teachers use the vision to identify something that they STOPPED doing?
A2: To embrace brilliance of our Ss by setting high expect.,having Ss reflected in surroundings & help facilitate their learning
I recently discovered Google Forms and I'm in love! https://t.co/Xe2QFqlu9S
A3 I've used Google form for staff surveys too. Super easy and quick. Info is so helpful.
Leadership can be grown from within with great mentors guiding the growth.
fighting comfort is always an uphill battle. But I cringe too.
A3: listen to teachers and encourage teachers to try new ideas in their classroom to build a student centered classroom.
Agree, Todd. Visibility and "approachability" are integral pieces to facilitating dialogue with our team
If we all presumed the positive, communication wouldn't be so delicate. The problem is when we assume negative intentions...
maybe we can coordinate a google hang out with you for PD for my staff on building culture in the classroom
LOVE THIS! Thanks for sharing! Let's move from Compliance to Innovation! https://t.co/EpEU75GO7H
How might we GROW a nation of change makers, innovators, creators, entrepreneurs, edge finders, disruptors, social… https://t.co/NplowDKr9h
A3- ALWAYS begin with what we want kids to know, do, be. Dream big & get input from students, teachers, admin, family, community
A4: We talk a good game about creativity and innovation, but in my recent study, fewer than 10% of classes encourage it.
A3 Dialogue is more about listening--listening without sides, w/o judgment & "thinking together" See "The Dialogue Project" MIT
A4 The comfort of "That's the way we've always done it."
A3 Using a mobile office to be more visible, accessible, and in tune to what's going on throughout the day and building
As a leader I am sure you help facilitate that environment! :)
I agree! In turn Ss become Voluntarily Disciplined! A strategy: how to do it https://t.co/9LZx5JRZwR thought id share
A4: Ppl are afraid to move with the time
A4 Agree with that but the benefits outweigh the negatives. (Carol ELA Consultant from Long… https://t.co/jo2XbSEaju
That got my attention! Great question! Borrowing that one. https://t.co/jzlPPFLrJX
A3: Here’s the acid test: Can leaders and teachers use the vision to identify something that they STOPPED doing?
A4) hazards can include having a great idea but little support due to poor roll out, lack of clarity, or sustaining momentum.
I would absolutely LOVE to do that! Honored!
A3: Greet students first thing in the morning, visit classrooms. You can make many connections in an hour before school.
Q4 been lurking and love all of this. Being questioned and facing critics who feel threatened by change
Love this too! Definitely reflecting on this and sharing!
Have a highlighter ready. provides noteworthy material. Enjoy!
A3. Students (8th gr) have voice in Teacher & Support Staff of the Yr selection.
A3: also, allowing students choice... helps form the classroom around their interests. Adds to motivation, which adds to results
Used one for staff feedback this week. So simple & easy to have immediate checkins
A4) Far to often when we discuss school we view it from our perspective & experience.
A4-It is a change. We must have courage, be able to take risk, and understand that failure is not the final answer.
A3: I like to have conversations with community and family in other places besides my office. Too formal.
A3 I had 2 university Ss come to my Elem campus with a proposal to make a difference I said welcome to our campus!
Yeah...so that's brilliant. Well said . Really makes me rethink the process. https://t.co/GE6fQAWq4s
A3: Here’s the acid test: Can leaders and teachers use the vision to identify something that they STOPPED doing?
A4: push back from colleagues
A3: I ask my Ss what they enjoy! Connect their interests to my lessons and activities! Ss need to feel welcomed and accepted!
A4 There will be "energy vampires" who attempt to stymie progress. We must not allow them to distract us from our vision
Being visible and building relationships go hand in hand. You can't build relationships with people you don't see🤓
I have daily convos with our interventionist to identify areas I can support Ts. She's a genius.
A4 Ed moves at a glacial pace. Even slower when trying to use it as a tool to end systemic oppression. Some folks ain't ready
A4: do not let tech and innovation be 1 more thing. It should be integrated to turn your good into an awesome.
A4 Many people do not see the importance of these skills in our students lives. They are not open to changing pedegogy.
A4: We can’t claim to encourage the risk/ failure essential for creativity when we punish risk by using the average.
A4: Positive=creating something new and exciting that has never been accomplished before!!!!!!!!!
A4: Change and new ideas can be scary. People need to see how the change has or will benefit Ss and themselves.
A4: Some people are so busy "Checking off the boxes" they are not ready to innovate, because the ideas don't fit in the boxes.
A4 sometimes vision doesn't align with traditional ideas of school-communicate & share how Ss benefit beyond traditional school
A4 when districts make decisions too quickly for the sole purpose of supporting the vision of innovation
A4)Some of the hazards are being to narrowly focused.Ss must havethe critical skills to solve probs we don't know are probs yet.
A4 That all can sound scary. Like the book switch says you'll have to direct the rider and show the path
Push back stings, but it means you are doing something new.
A4: If we are going to live our vision, it means deeply examining our practice. W/o foundation of trust, it won't happen
A4: People running to your door to ask for help in making changes!!!!!!!!!
Amen and good night! https://t.co/YYucoqvBHM
A4 Ed moves at a glacial pace. Even slower when trying to use it as a tool to end systemic oppression. Some folks ain't ready
They are so focused on 20th century learning they can’t think about the 21st century.
A4: Be prepared to get the alien look! But see it as a badge of honor because it's our job to push the envelope!
A4: Even those with a growth mindset have a closed mindset when it comes to some things. Change can be hard.
This picture is absolutely best illustration of WHY we do this job! Adorable. And testament to your leadership!
Excellent point! https://t.co/8ABdIvzZZS
A4: We can’t claim to encourage the risk/ failure essential for creativity when we punish risk by using the average.
A4: Excuses are easy...
Change is hard...
A4: It's a change. Change is intimidating for many. You have to sell it to them and always focus on the kids.
Love this. Can you give an example of what it looks like? Always ready to steal an idea that puts kids at the center.
A1: Vision is an awareness of where you are and where you want to be. Without vision, goals are nothing.
A4: lack of support, not having success
A4:. Many might not see your shared vision... Be transparent and have excellent communication.
And they will be left behind! Learning is change, maybe they have stopped learning.
A4 Embracing an ambitious vision means that we must let go of many of our comfortable reference points and embrace new ones.
Amen! https://t.co/3gcoR3t2mj
A3: An open door policy means more than just sitting in your office with an open door...get out and go in other's open doors!
A4: Ppl are set in their ways & figure if it worked for one, it will work for another.
A4: not everyone is ready to accept innovation. Small segments of each group fear change! Also, not everyone has resources!
Watched TED talk video of a P who used this phrase for challenges: "So what? Now what?" No excuses! https://t.co/t9MEBXJEHO
A2: To lead without boundaries and grow. Focus on the can, the how and the why. Eliminate excuses and remove wasted steps.
A4) The vision is not clear and therefore people are afraid to take a risk.
hi from Buenos Aires!Are Initiatives mandated by districts or can each school do their thing?
A4: Fear of rejection AKA"You're weird." Fear of failure AKA "That'll never work" keeps many compliant instead of innovative.
A4 Having a vision means putting yourself out there as someone who sees a path. That path may diverge from what is "acceptable"
A4: The belief that our kids can't handle it when in fact they rise to the occasion. Challenge their minds and they will rise!
A3 Create Collegial Circles of Influence to discuss the vision or strategic planning committees
A4: advocating is words- ppl need support in doing. Support can include modeling, encouragement or examples
A4-There will be ones to try and bring you down. Got to keep standing tall and do what is best for kids
A4. Risk breaking the mold, not doing what has been traditionally done, sometimes makes people feel uneasy.
A4: Transforming practice requires asking, "What if . . .?" and creating a culture that embraces change and innovation.
That made me giggle! So true!
A4: "When the pain of staying the same becomes greater than the pain of change, shift happens." - training,
I love this! The only limitation to our students are the restraints we put on them!
A3 Listen to all stakeholders...show interest in them and serve along side them is a great place to start!
A4- there are many assumptions about what "THEY" want our schools to look like. Need to have conversations about what kids need.
A4: I fear for all us of us if we don’t! Vision for the future and build bridges for those who need it.
love those kind of questions
This is why she is a great teacher for us. Make sure to follow https://t.co/MnWeFTWjjw
A4: The belief that our kids can't handle it when in fact they rise to the occasion. Challenge their minds and they will rise!
I think a lot of it comes with great lesson design
A4: Need to make sure not to take the shotgun approach, make sure we have it planned out and make sure PD is provided for all
A4 A vision is based on standing in one place and envisioning another.
Letting go of the original place is the challenge.
A4 We cannot afford to confuse trends in education with what is best for our individual schools.
A4: Well...some will thing you are just plain CRAZY, which can hurt at first. (Keep going)
A4: Threat Rigidity. Refusal to change in any small way.
A4 the painful sting of co-workers who just don't get it can derail you - especially if they are trusted friends
Some may see what you do as "fluff" or hands-off learning... Set a good example when modeling your pedagogy...
A4 leading a change culture! Getting others onboard.
A4 Being an outlier. Some people get uncomfortable when you say it's not about the adults in the room https://t.co/yfvHHbFe7C
A4: the hazard in advocating is advocating from the sideline...get in the game and push to the edge https://t.co/xBbJG17ymk
I'm hosting at least one "Tech Night" for parents. Even if one shows up, that will make a difference. https://t.co/Q6p4gRbFU2
A4 4 students & parents must make sure there's an understanding of tech tools, how 2 use & how… https://t.co/Kju7XHeVYr
A4. You need to have a clear vision and staff buy-in.
A4 Push Back...Most likely they don't know how they fit into the vision. It's our job to show them and support them.
A4: Facing the unknown and with change brings fear. To continue to grow it is okay to take risks and learn from mistakes!
A4: is your vision too big? Sometimes we don't look at limits and attempt to move too fast.
A4B: Connect people with their passion and let them run with them
A4: I don't see real hazards; there are perceived hazards. It's about sensitivity for those who aren't ready for your message
A4. Making the jump to fast without educating.Need to make sure Ts have tools and energy to be on the bus.
A4: If the people u lead don’t own it u are advocating w/ white noise. It’s like advocating for MySpace. Doesn’t matter how loud
A4-You'll have those that focus on the negative and those that will focus on the positive. Which one are you?
A4: A vision of innovation can often be seen as more of the fluff and unrelated to academics, particularly test scores.
Been there...done that! I told them, "thank you...we're doing what's best for kids!"
A4: Love getting the "have you lost your mind" look from others.
A4. Start small. Don't be too aggressive.
A4 Our fear gets in the way! Take a risk and try...our kids will benefit!
so true moving cheese is not fun and then balancing building culture within that gets sticky
Yes! They are going places - get out of the way! https://t.co/UDmkKEMoYZ
I love this! The only limitation to our students are the restraints we put on them!
A4 Community/stakeholder buy in...we have to do a good job of showing benefits of innovative learning.
A4) Often times a change in thinking results/equates to a loss of resources for a group.
Good idea, "What do you love about our class? What can be improved in our class?" I'll ask these this week. Thanks!
Q5 coming up in 1 minute...
A4)Love the concept of "best for kids." Our Ss are resilient. They will adjust to just abt anything. Why not try something new?
A4- Providing necessary support to attain the vision for those that are hesitant to buy-in
another good quote! I am now following
A4 More Hazards:
Micro-managing
NOT trusting your peeps
Silos
Isolation
Apathy
Active Disengagement
I could go on...
MySpace...that is awesome! Advocating for "AskJeeves" over Google...
https://t.co/sVdrOOWc6t
A4: If the people u lead don’t own it u are advocating w/ white noise. It’s like advocating for MySpace. Doesn’t matter how loud
A4: Change takes time. Leaders must be aware of change management, the importance of building culture, and open communication.
A4 If we are not willing to deal with the inevitable bumps in the road, we may not be ready to embrace the vision itself.
that is why the group is so awesome. Nice to know that there are others that share our crazy.
Joining the conversation late, but loving what I am reading. Jen from Tacoma, WA jumping in!
Change can be uncomfortable and scary for many/need to stay strong and communicate vision with evidence… https://t.co/xP23j5oKrL
A4:The tough moment is when an action doesn't support the vision. How do we address this? Norms? W/o a response, lose the vision
A4. The hardest to invite to change are not the naysayers, but the non engagers. The naysayers allow an opening for dialogue.
So relatable! Thinking outside the box threatens the box! https://t.co/G9urAFRDZV
A4: A vision of innovation can often be seen as more of the fluff and unrelated to academics, particularly test scores.
We have to operate from an assets mindset instead of a deficit mindset. That is a big shift...
A4: WILL fail, but failure leads to success. It's easy to stay in your comfort zone and be average. Be relentless!
A4: the only hazard is NOT preparing our Ss for the future!!
A4: The bumps are just like learning to walk, if we gave up we would just crawl around
A4: Hazard- separation from colleages but if your vision/action both have solid foundation/intent, you won't be alone for long.
I totally forgot about Ask Jeeves. Ha! Word on the street is that The Google is going to be pretty big. Just sayin.
There are Ts who don’t believe in Ss first. They love content. We must help them the most.
A5: When people disagree? Celebrate! Whenever a leader claims to have “buy-in” that means they didn’t ask for real change.
Sometimes we have to step away from our hammers and examine the house we are building. Otherwise, all we see are nails.
We shouldnt cover up our mistakes, but making too many smacks of unpreparedness.
A4: All 2800 of our HS Ss just got iPads I have seen a shift in Ts pedagogy when it hits they know they must adapt to survive!
Q5 When parents are not in sync with your vision, recognize that it is not their vision. Open the dialogue.
A5: Then resolve the disagreement with respectful inquiry and hypothesis testing, not commands.
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A4 For B Ts/Ls it can be the threat of loss of livelihood. It can mean lack of leadership opportunities
Traditions are well rooted... honor, but then bring in the new. Ensure the new is vision driven! https://t.co/aCSvC02jkF
Micro-managing kills innovation so quickly! Need to be able to breathe in order to grow!
A3: every Friday we use WeVideo for a group project. Helps us understand our product, our market (you guys) and each other
Rather than start with tech or innovation. Start with mindset and Student-centered learning.
I hope you are in the process of writing a book of how to move forward thru these! Would make an excellent read!
What is one question that you might ask parents in this scenario, Doug?
A4 Sometimes diff to get others to try new things, step out of comfort zone,
A4 people not being ready and wanting to do what's always been done, sometimes realizing you are going to PO people
A5) first don't blame others...leaders never blame others. Reflect and regroup...
A5: meet them where they are, support, encourage, perserveare!
A5: Time to listen and see what the issues are, maybe our vision wasn't communicated well
A5 were they involved in creating? Provide the evidence, show the results, slow down to speed up with… https://t.co/06aodhyyIG
A5 Important to engage and find out the why. Could be linked to the lack of effective communication of the vision
absolutely. We call them stakeholders but do they have a stake in the vision. Often one sided convo.
A5)Reflect. Did I plan properly? Did I educate enough? Was my vision clear?Explain the why as well as the how? What can I learn?
A5. Have a heart to heart. Be open minded. Understand that a common path is reached through understanding and compromise
A5: see what the issue is and try to mold it, to get buy in from all. There isn't a one size fits all.
A5: - Ask yourself if you've explained WHY you have that vision in the first place. Many on board if they know why.
A5: get in their w/ the Ss and do what you are asking them to do
A5 We need to make sure all stakeholders understand the why and can see the potetial benefits to work toward the vision.
A5 Listen, reflect, review, restate. Celebrate that someone was paying attention and engage in conversation.
I would also add that we are often our own hazards. Like said. Not listening to others is the hazard.
A5:If there are a significant amout of people against it then it never was a collective vision. That's when we need an ego check
A5 It means an opportunity to exposure your self as a Failure and then try again. Stay honest and open Share struggles.
A5 Evaluate the way it's been communicated. Look at who was or WAS NOT at the table during its design. Check blindspots!!!
A5: Reflect & Discuss it! Ask questions- ways to improve, what worked, what didn't work, etc.
A5-Reflect to see if the vision is clear, communicated, and realistic. Has the vision actually been shared
A5: Learn more about them and their thinking. Find common ground and work forward from there. Joining very late! Allyson from MI
A4 Ensuring that every1 knows the "why" & the "how" of the vision. Need 2 provide support, encouragement for growth towards it
A4 Promoting a vision might require courageous conversations. If relationships have already been built, these go better
A4 Don't lose items that make your learning community special during change/innovation. Identify those foundations!
A5: reflect and wonder what can be improved to bring more on board. Leaders going alone might be self-serving! Focus on group!
A5 Go back to the WHY. Repeat it, model it, keep it in every conversation. Gotta get crystal clear on purpose
A5: This speaks to leaders not spending time developing vision WITH stakeholders and not openly inviting them into the process.
A5: Self reflection is huge...We all have our "mini visions" that align with a big one; maybe one of the minis needs more time.
That is a problem, because if the Ss don't think you care, then learning wont happen
Q4: the hazard is that we are all the "freaks" & everyone else is the norm. Keep being "freaks" to support the learning of S's!
Yes to self evaluation and messages transmission problems.
A5: If they're not in sync, it's likely it isn't their fault. Reflect and ask yourself how you could communicate better.
Thank you. I think the conversation that reveals the principles and values of all is of tremendous benefit.
No time to focus on blame. Focus on growth and support.
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A5) first don't blame others...leaders never blame others. Reflect and regroup...
A4. Accentuate the positive. Find the good. Build on strengths instead of wallowing in deficits.
A5: I ask them for their input and let them voice their opinions. Many times they end up aligning with the vision in the end
A5 constant evaluation and reflection is crucial, however, negativity doesn't = mistake. Reassess honestly and KEEP GOING
Never late! Glad you here for ! Welcome!
A5: continue communicating and sharing the direction we are going. Have to continuously hear vision https://t.co/Sy5Pp1z03b
A5 This has happened & it was a tough time for me. I stopped, reflected, listened & started over building it with community!
Exactly. Admin and principals need to and not micromanage.
A5: Listen actively to find root cause. Verbal reasons not always why a person feels opposed. We must find the real reasons.
work with a series of small steps. A single small step can be ignored. Ensure a vision keeps Ts moving to
Love the word "hazards" because a little danger can be quite fun. Hazard here is the vision gets lost in the details.
Comments like theses are why I am happy to see you on Saturday mornings.
A5: ask for feedback Reflect, Replan, Reimplement and continue the cycle when something works :) stay positive.
A5: reflect, regroup, and revisit. Maybe the vision as not communicated clearly!
A5 If u don't have a core group fired up 🔥 4 your vision is it the right vision? I'd be wary of a significant group not in sync
A5 Educate stakeholders, lead by example...sometimes change takes baby-steps
HUGE lesson right there...
STOP MICROMANAGING!
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Exactly. Admin and principals need to and not micromanage.
Q5: Reflect and reevaluate: Be prepared to adjust so that it is a shared vision.
A5 May need a reboot from the ground up, vision needs collaboration and buy-in at the base and not jus… https://t.co/dttFuF0ljX
A5: When this happens you literally have to go back and start the process over again. People NEED to be involved up front.
A5: Yes! We often get defensive when we get pushback, but it is just information. Use it to get better https://t.co/cu8omh9Ooo
A5: Vision is a reflection of collective values. Conversations need to start there.
It is hard, especially if the delivery is less than ideal... but there is often a kernel of truth
A5: We have to have structures, routines & celebrations that support our vision. Assess specific problem areas. Ask.
A5 Communicate with them. Reflect on my role in implementation...was it Me-Centered or We-Centered.
A5: Also…bring conversations back to the vision. Interactions every day are the culture builders you need to develop vision.
A5: Honestly this should never happen bc the vision should be agreed upon by all/most stakeholders before implementing
Get to know community strengths/challenges.All parents want the best for their kids.As long as vision shared has that,u r good.
A5 it may be time to revise the vision. Sometimes vision statements need updating as times and communities change.
a vision needs 2B discussed & sometimes dissected-our 6th graders engage in a close reading of our vision-discuss/dissect/debate
multiple "pet projects" detract us teachers from what we're in the classroom to do,well intended as they may be
A5: listen and learn. You have failed. Try again, Fail better this time.
I love that...
Build a groundswell of support rather than a tsunami of top-down dictates!
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A5 May need a reboot from the ground up, vision needs collaboration and buy-in at the base and not jus… https://t.co/dttFuF0ljX
A5: Bring then to the table. Listen. You may need to change your strategy, but not your goal. https://t.co/cB7NUKFHOQ
A5: ask is the vision or the path?maybe there's a better route!
A5: uncover beliefs about learning, expose them to the world beyond school & skills needed, and meet people where they are.
A5: You have to make sure that it is being clearly communicated. When someone doesn't understand they are hesitant.
Leaderships isn't about focusing on deficits but what can be. Is your leadership aspirational, vision forward, solution focused?
"We do what is best for Ss” Makes me think about how the leaders must deal w/ content focused Ts
A5: Place pride aside and get vulnerable. Be willing to think that it could be ME that needs to realign. https://t.co/RhV4KoiyWZ
A5. Reflect on the purpose. Keep students at the center and don't make excuses. Be open minded and a collaborative leader
A5) I try to analyze the change process from these seven drivers to assess what was missed. https://t.co/Zr2hpAZDIy
A5: Respectful push-back on getting agreement from all stakeholders. There is not a consensus on equity. Do it anyway.
A5 Ask ourselves: Does my passion lead me to listening to the passion of others?
I can relate to that idea. And should we "categorize" relevant experiences to fit within elements of the profile?
A5 also important to listen to them. People need to be heard - but only change what doesn't achieve your vision
A5: If it is not aligned then we need to find the barrier. Your vision and mission should be everywhere.
Look at the house, not the nails! Love this! https://t.co/wkGCgeoGTZ
Sometimes we have to step away from our hammers and examine the house we are building. Otherwise, all we see are nails.
Agree, Jamie. Allows us to start from a point of agreement, instead of opposition.
repeated review of the why...
Thank you for a great chat this morning. Have to take son to Tae Kwan Do practice! Keep up the good fight!
exactly-when large groups are not on board a vision becomes an imposed mandate & is doomed to fail https://t.co/7p5kkAlHEc
A5 If u don't have a core group fired up 🔥 4 your vision is it the right vision? I'd be wary of a significant group not in sync
A5: Ex. We created online training for our 1:1 Ts b/c they asked for it. One will be today at 11AM at https://t.co/9nGpWvwvmX
It's a power and control thing that totally stifles any creativity and autonomy! SAD!
Yes! Communication is so important. https://t.co/WQMty1KAcq
A5: Listen actively to find root cause. Verbal reasons not always why a person feels opposed. We must find the real reasons.
Q6 coming up in 1 minute...
Q5: repeat, repeat, repeat, & repeat again & again the vision!Sometimes it takes time for other to find their why in the vision
A5: Strive for ownership over buy-in when establishing the vision.
A2: Every student and staff member will be safe and will be given the opportunity to succeed.
A4: relationships are the salvation. But they have to be built on many foundations. Do things together not about work
Late to the convo sorry . Nick Proud principal in North Liberty IA part of
and always admit when your wrong,
Leadership and Vision need to be part of the core language of schools-Ts, Ss, Admins. Time to work it! Get it done!
A5 find ways to communic,learn abt each othr, respect opinions, work togthr so all feel valued, asky each othr Why
A5- Stop and take a look within myself
I am happy any time you can make it! Thanks, buddy!
I am hosting a webinar training for Ts in 30 mins but may be able to catch the end of the chat!
agreed! Rock the boat! There r so many in service of students that r willing 2 take risk 2 pioneer change.
Thanks for a great convo this morning! Heading off to my son's soccer game. Have a great Saturday!
A5 Sometimes people just aren't going to hop on the bus. Let results do the talking.
Thank you for being here, Jamie! Hope you will come back often to
A6: This is where I currently am...the wording on what will best express
good morning! Joined late...but what a great topic!
Stay positive is key! https://t.co/nyjiUDKdKp
A5: ask for feedback Reflect, Replan, Reimplement and continue the cycle when something works :) stay positive.
Subject matter is a vehicle. Our Ss are the content. I teach students, not chemistry.
When faced with resistance 2 change I asked the perpetrator what's in it for the adult versus what's best 4 kids
Sorry late to the chat...Delaware here
This is so critical and powerful! Tell the truth so the vision remains pure! https://t.co/b9y9kb0KPm
and always admit when your wrong,
A6 Repeat. Repeat. Repeat. Point everyone in the direction you are going. Steer the ship! Keep it front of mind!
A6 Put it everywhere and on everything. Revisit it often. And make sure you live it!
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A6: We have to live it every day and make it our focus
Our board faces these at meetings. Before we start we remind everyone that these pics are why we're here https://t.co/JjeR6A8GlK
Don't be sorry, be awesome.
A5: work hard. Talk. Build relationships in other ways. Talk more. Work harder. Keep talking. Step back all together. Work more
Post it everywhere-refer to it-create deep reading tasks for students to debate/dissect/analyze https://t.co/a0Ou6wh780
A6: Back to the idea inspired by - collect images of the vision being lived out. Better yet- have others collect
A5 Design thinking. Go back to drawing board with those critiques.
A6: PD around that vision. Embed it in all t training & make it a cornerstone of all parent communications.
A6 every decision, every action, every system, process focuses on the vision. Did I say communicate, co… https://t.co/RBYibRLVBx
A6: display it. Model it. Make it a part of lessons and culture. If Ss, Ts, and Ps don't know it, then the focus is wrong!
A6: Put it on everything & everywhere! Have students recite it daily!
A6: Live it out every day! Talk about it to everyone! Mean it! Make it part of the fabric of the school. https://t.co/Dm3naXvceE
A6. Make it relevant and concise. If no one can tell you what it is, there is a problem!!
A5: a leader will thrive in and enjoy that challenge. Which is universal.
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1. keep it simple - can people say it?
2. go public - do people know it?
3. Live it - do people see it?
A6: Vision Statement can be read over morning announcements. (Make it short enough to do so). Live your vision. Be a model.
Hopefully we quickly discover that our passions all intersect at a focus on the students.
A5: I remember what caused me to change my beliefs. I reflect & share, even if I have to expose moments when I was not my best.
A6 Share your story! Capture moments that show your vision come to life! Communicate it every chance you can!
leaving early.... awesome collaboration and great ideas from today! Thanks again
LOVE that you mentioned the PD...we need to make sure our teachers have the supports to enact the vision https://t.co/9O0Px1tvUd
A6: PD around that vision. Embed it in all t training & make it a cornerstone of all parent communications.
Consider adopting shared leadership language/set of principles showing all learners how THEY can LEAD! https://t.co/ogIhwsx3td
A6: Model it and live it! Make it part of the dialogue in decision making.
A6: Make sure there is a cadence. If it is not said, then it is forgotten.
A6 Same way we started in Q1. Focus on the WHY through conversations.
Thank you for being here Dr. Serviss! So grateful for your contributions to
Feedback's key. I sometimes wonder about what getting limited feedback on something new means. What am I missing?
A6 We have to talk about it often, keep coming back to it so we are sure we are on track, make it part of everything we do.
A6 communication is key and so is being actively engaged - do more than speak the vision - live it
A6: They need to do more than know it. The vision must become the purpose. It must become embedded in our collective why.
A6 Share, discuss, show...bring it to life...give it meaning!
Definitely. Show ts what that vision looks like in action & provide the necessary resources so they can do it too
And I would add that it ignites a passion in the students.
A6 I think a vision statement can begin like this:
Students. Learning.
A6: culture shift take from paper to action! Ts guide it daily, admin model it, Ss see it in action, inturn com is affected.
Saturday morning w/ & workout makes a powerful duo!!!
A5: of course there is always a chance the vision needs some tweaking. If disagreement is universal might need to reconsider viz
A5: reflect, regroup, and revisit. Maybe the vision as not communicated clearly!
exactly-can your staff communicate it quickly & clearly to families? if not is it right vision? https://t.co/Z7PdC4QyRI
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1. keep it simple - can people say it?
2. go public - do people know it?
3. Live it - do people see it?
A6Strategic sharing &placement.Converse w/ each stakeholder group.Craft specific commitments on the work 2 achieve vision
A6: Many are just words, lack meaning. Need to be recreated each year & live in our relationships, learning, social media
A6 Consistently highlighting and recognizing when the vision is being supported through planning, actio… https://t.co/3uPcdO2b6x
A6: let them know what your vision is right up front. I let it known in my parent letter, parent night, in class to students...
A6: Find every opportunity to show it through actions and branding. SM helps...people will also ridicule and judge but it's ok.
we made it our slogan. Every Student, Every Day!
A6 Remember why we are doing what we are doing! Follow our "why" Live our "why"
Time to spend time with my family. I learned a lot this morning and I thank you all.
A6: At the end of every morning meeting, I have the kids repeat after me..
I WILL
MAKE LEARNING
MY ADVENTURE
TODAY!
Actions speak louder than words! https://t.co/CXaBkNzjz9
A6: Find every opportunity to show it through actions and branding. SM helps...people will also ridicule and judge but it's ok.
also ask is this "PD" supporting our vision or is it just "another thing" be intentional https://t.co/ht4i2DXf7T
LOVE that you mentioned the PD...we need to make sure our teachers have the supports to enact the vision https://t.co/9O0Px1tvUd
A6: PD around that vision. Embed it in all t training & make it a cornerstone of all parent communications.
I've found that if one person chooses to voice a certain question, many others are wondering about the same Q.
A6: Vision has to be carried out in actions daily. Share success & challenges and reflect openly on progress.
Thanks for the conversation this morning. Happy Canadian Thanksgiving! Have a wonderful weekend.
A5- if a significant number, than you didn't do your job in developing and sharing vision. Rethink and adjust, like a teacher.
Vulnerability was a muscle I had to develop. It transformed my mindset & my skill set
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Awww this made me smile! Thank you, Cyndi!
Q6: if you've done the work with all stakeholders they will all have their why and believe in it! In the best interest of S's
A6 tell the story often - the why involves real change for real people! Remind everyone of the purpose!
A6-You must live your vision. You can put it on the wall, but if you are not living it, then it might not happen.
Let's help district ldrs in admin positions see collaborative vision process as vital & help them in how to do it!
A6- Move beyond knowing to living out the vision; Model so it becomes apart of the school culture
True. I really like that my district has PD / PLC time written in to our contract. https://t.co/AOmPVHcE6B
LOVE that you mentioned the PD...we need to make sure our teachers have the supports to enact the vision https://t.co/9O0Px1tvUd
A6: PD around that vision. Embed it in all t training & make it a cornerstone of all parent communications.
jlgreger@jlgreger Nostaglgia is over-rated. The Good Old Days Stories will start conversation. https://t.co/f5zZQMnbsg .
A vision is there to remind…but it is our daily actions that truly inform.
A6: "Talk is cheap. Actions are priceless."
A6 Name the behaviors behind the vision. SHOW them. What will people see us doing?
Multi tasking at its best! Mental and physical growth! https://t.co/e3mz6HVYNa
Saturday morning w/ & workout makes a powerful duo!!!
Thanks, brother, for being here! Always am inspired and learn a ton from you each day!
Great job this morning!! https://t.co/F64WvwUSSh
Welcome to . I am your humble host this week where we will be talking about taking the vision from "me" to "we!"
Hey I'm trying a new format for a chat on Tues. Would love to have many perspectives. Join me https://t.co/6140CWiN5N
My dad's favorite point! I find myself using this phrase a lot!
A6: Branding, marketing, and communicating need to be well defined. Vision & instruction need a cheerleader just like athletics!
I am so with you. Such an important piece. https://t.co/q3FvUuucgw
Vulnerability was a muscle I had to develop. It transformed my mindset & my skill set
Thank you so much, Dr. Greer! So pumped that you were able to join us for
A6:you can't just talk the talk you must walk the walk
Want to reflect on the greatness of today or miss something from ? There will be a archive in a few minutes!
Want to reflect on the greatness of today or miss something from ? There will be a archive in a few minutes!
On 1st PD,asked Ts: if we asked you to "sell your class" 2 Ss,what's amazing about being in YOUR class? https://t.co/5MAmwHeJBb
Good idea, "What do you love about our class? What can be improved in our class?" I'll ask these this week. Thanks!
A6: ask partners often is this action, strategy, relationship, strengthening our Vision! Be in it together,
Thanks and It is certainly worth getting up early in Oregon for this chat!
Great ! Thank you for the thoughtful questions / reflection on the "Why" we do this work. It's not easy - Lead UP!
Nobody follows lip service and people get motivated by winning.
Thanks for being here, Steve! This is why the west coast is the
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