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TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Welcome to #pisdedchat! Please intro yourself & where you work. Looking fwd to seeing what great advice you share for pre-service teachers!

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Nancy from @pisdtech. Technically on vacation but still interested in tonight's #pisdedchat topic!

trudy_fern May 24 @ 9:03 PM EDT

Fern from OttoMS! In and out tonight due to grading presentations #pisdedchat

GrundlerArt May 24 @ 9:04 PM EDT

hello all ~ Laura from Fine Arts #pisdedchat

AbbyDalen May 24 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Abby Dalen. I am a preservice teacher. Sub in North Scott, Bettendorf and Central (DeWitt), Iowa districts. #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Thanks, @sarahcarnesokc. What is RSA? #pisdedchat https://t.co/Rn7GcjWq7i

sarahcarnesokc May 24 @ 9:01 PM EDT

@TechKnowLeah Procedures, leveled reading, Lexile code, RSA info, positive discipline, handling behavior issue (know this4interview)

SSchweikhard May 24 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Scott from @McCallColts. Happy to join in again! #pisdedchat

amyK_librarian May 24 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Amy Kincaid, Frisco ISD Librarian #pisdedchat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:05 PM EDT

So glad you're joining #pisdedchat this evening! How did you hear about us? https://t.co/6Ux9JLxtNU

AbbyDalen May 24 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Abby Dalen. I am a preservice teacher. Sub in North Scott, Bettendorf and Central (DeWitt), Iowa districts. #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:05 PM EDT

@AbbyDalen Thanks for joining in the convo, Abby! What do you teach? #pisdedchat

AbbyDalen May 24 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@NancyWTech One of Leah's tweets came up in my Twitter feed, and obviously this is a subject I am very interested in. #pisdedchat

GrundlerArt May 24 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@LaurenWellArt are any of your preservice peeps joining #pisdedchat tonight ?

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q1 As pre-service teachers prepare for a job, what resumé advice would you give? #pisdedchat

AbbyDalen May 24 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@TechKnowLeah Social Studies #pisdedchat

Artguy76 May 24 @ 9:06 PM EDT

I am Matt, K-5 Art T in PISD! #pisdedchat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:07 PM EDT

That @TechKnowLeah is totally The Bomb. Glad you are following her! #pisdedchat https://t.co/zsvmZONruK

AbbyDalen May 24 @ 9:06 PM EDT

@NancyWTech One of Leah's tweets came up in my Twitter feed, and obviously this is a subject I am very interested in. #pisdedchat

amyK_librarian May 24 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: show breadth of experience, show how you might implement PD courses taken #pisdedchat

jlangford4253 May 24 @ 9:09 PM EDT

#pisdedchat Janet Langford @hickeyallstars. Glad to join in tonight.

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Make your resume stand out. Use action verbs. Convey what differentiates you from other candidates. #pisdedchat https://t.co/Hbw9M7xtc0

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q1 As pre-service teachers prepare for a job, what resumé advice would you give? #pisdedchat

GrundlerArt May 24 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1: send a link to your digital portfolio - resume should be clean but not boring - think about design #pisdedchat https://t.co/MhqZyMkJaB

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q1 As pre-service teachers prepare for a job, what resumé advice would you give? #pisdedchat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Yes! Also how you will continue your own learning after getting a job. #pisdedchat https://t.co/QRXPHLEEpt

amyK_librarian May 24 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A1: show breadth of experience, show how you might implement PD courses taken #pisdedchat

LaurenWellArt May 24 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Hello everybody. I'm a student at UNT. Going to be student teaching in Plano in the fall. #pisdedchat

KFislar May 24 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Kristen Fislar. Glad to be back with everyone! We can do this!! #pisdedchat

SSchweikhard May 24 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 Resume should reflect ways that you are still growing/learning today. Not just what you've done in your past. #pisdedchat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A digital portfolio is a great idea! Conveys so much more than a resume can. #pisdedchat https://t.co/OiDUskP8UQ

GrundlerArt May 24 @ 9:10 PM EDT
A1: send a link to your digital portfolio - resume should be clean but not boring - think about design #pisdedchat https://t.co/MhqZyMkJaB
- TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:06 PM EDT
  
  Q1 As pre-service teachers prepare for a job, what resumé advice would you give? #pisdedchat

jlangford4253 May 24 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#PISDedchat A1: keep it brief. Highlight certifications and honors/awards.

trudy_fern May 24 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 Unless the district requires conformity, try not to have a cookie cutter resume. Let your personality shine! #pisdedchat

KFislar May 24 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1: Elaborate with a few sentences some details about your student teaching. Use strong verbs! #pisdedchat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Hi Lauren! Do you know what school you'll be at? #pisdedchat https://t.co/wOkiqTdNkB

LaurenWellArt May 24 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Hello everybody. I'm a student at UNT. Going to be student teaching in Plano in the fall. #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@LaurenWellArt Go Eagles! Thanks for coming to play tonight. Good luck next year! Plano is the BEST district. ;) #pisdedchat

GrundlerArt May 24 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@NancyWTech It's a MUST for an art interview but it's best when it includes teaching video - seeing someone teach is big! #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Does anyone use LinkedIn? #pisdedchat https://t.co/iuydzmCbkR

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:11 PM EDT
A digital portfolio is a great idea! Conveys so much more than a resume can. #pisdedchat https://t.co/OiDUskP8UQ
- GrundlerArt May 24 @ 9:10 PM EDT
  
  A1: send a link to your digital portfolio - resume should be clean but not boring - think about design #pisdedchat https://t.co/MhqZyMkJaB
  
  TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:06 PM EDT
  
  Q1 As pre-service teachers prepare for a job, what resumé advice would you give? #pisdedchat

alexstubenbort May 24 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A1: Do your homework. Schools arent looking for a cookie cutter, version of a teacher. Personalize the resume to the position. #pisdedchat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:14 PM EDT

@LaurenWellArt & @abbydalen: I am so curious what you are learning about #edtech in your classes. Wd you share? #pisdedchat

GrundlerArt May 24 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@TechKnowLeah @NancyWTech I signed up but don't use it #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@sarahcarnesokc Thanks, Sarah! To join the chat, be sure and include the hashtag in your Tweet. #pisdedchat :)

AbbyDalen May 24 @ 9:15 PM EDT

@NancyWTech I'm in an alt route to licensure program. Most edtech learning is hands on during field exp's. #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@GrundlerArt @NancyWTech Ok, it's more business oriented. What digital portfolio do you recommend? #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Q2 Where can pre-service teachers look for job openings? #pisdedchat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:17 PM EDT

I created a site on Wordpress. SHAMELESS SELF-PROMO alert: https://t.co/xgaYdsehnf #pisdedchat https://t.co/ekCj4jdYo2

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:16 PM EDT

@GrundlerArt @NancyWTech Ok, it's more business oriented. What digital portfolio do you recommend? #pisdedchat

techclara - Moderator May 24 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Hey #pisdedchat! I'm Clara from @pisdtech. Sorry I'm late!

Artguy76 May 24 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@TechKnowLeah @NancyWTech don't really understand how it is diff. Than FB? Other than it is business oriented. #pisdedchat

GrundlerArt May 24 @ 9:18 PM EDT

@TechKnowLeah @NancyWTech portfoliobox @bulbapp @weebly whatever floats your boat but think about ease of view for user #pisdedchat

jlangford4253 May 24 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: District job fairs are like speed dating but a good way to make a quick impression. #PISDedchat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Networking is probably always a good choice. Where do friends/acquaintances teach? Use your connections. #pisdedchat https://t.co/Z0Fla3Kzrg

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Q2 Where can pre-service teachers look for job openings? #pisdedchat

texasteacher98 May 24 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Alyson from Meadows, late to the game but here now #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Yes! That's how I got my first interview in Plano back in 2005. I was so nervous but I'm glad I went! #pisdedchat https://t.co/hLrI7zzWKl

jlangford4253 May 24 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2: District job fairs are like speed dating but a good way to make a quick impression. #PISDedchat

Artguy76 May 24 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2: district websites, job fairs. #pisdedchat

SSchweikhard May 24 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2) Region 10 Teacher Job Network https://t.co/pMuX743QD0 #pisdedchat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:22 PM EDT

We are glad you went, too!! #pisdedchat https://t.co/pusy6riJES

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:21 PM EDT
Yes! That's how I got my first interview in Plano back in 2005. I was so nervous but I'm glad I went! #pisdedchat https://t.co/hLrI7zzWKl
- jlangford4253 May 24 @ 9:19 PM EDT
  
  A2: District job fairs are like speed dating but a good way to make a quick impression. #PISDedchat

texasteacher98 May 24 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2 region 10 lists jobs as well as some individual district webpages #pisdedchat

AbbyDalen May 24 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@jlangford4253 I have found that job fairs R a great way 2 make & maintain connections even if there are not Currently openings #pisdedchat

trudy_fern May 24 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2 I am a big fan of subbing for the district in which you seek employment #pisdedchat

techclara - Moderator May 24 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#pisdedchat A1 Don't forget to include what languages you speak on your resume. Spanish, HTML, French, C++, anything! It matters!

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2 If you get your teacher cert in the middle of the yr & jobs are scarce, substitute teaching is a great way to "get in". #pisdedchat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Certainly worked out well for you! :-) #pisdedchat https://t.co/JEQwcQHdy0

trudy_fern May 24 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A2 I am a big fan of subbing for the district in which you seek employment #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q3 What is a great question to ask during an interview for a teaching position? #pisdedchat

texasteacher98 May 24 @ 9:24 PM EDT

@jlangford4253 I got my first job with PISD back in 2006? (I think) because of the job fair. Great networking! #pisdedchat

techclara - Moderator May 24 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A2 #pisdedchat Social media! Find other educators via Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook. It's a modern way of networking and it works.

texasteacher98 May 24 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@techclara that's how I got my very first teaching job out of college!!! #pisdedchat https://t.co/37nNYio5IV

techclara - Moderator May 24 @ 9:23 PM EDT

#pisdedchat A1 Don't forget to include what languages you speak on your resume. Spanish, HTML, French, C++, anything! It matters!

trudy_fern May 24 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@NancyWTech Oh YASSSSS! #dreamjobjune9 #pisdedchat

Artguy76 May 24 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3: are you a STEM or STEAM school? (Haha....inside joke) #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Love. Your. Website. Pic, quote, philosophy, resume, & a clean, fun layout. Shows your personality! #pisdedchat https://t.co/auY3OzCtgl

LaurenWellArt May 24 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@GrundlerArt @TechKnowLeah @NancyWTech @bulbapp @weebly I use weebly as an artist website. For example here is mine https://t.co/hsJBjnhEmS

AbbyDalen May 24 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: "What prof learning opp's R availb. 2 new Ts?"; "Can u tell me what ur looking for in an ideal candidate for this position?" #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 #pisdedchat https://t.co/KdeBkSGJPv

amyK_librarian May 24 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@TechKnowLeah What is the biggest challenge this school faces?

amyK_librarian May 24 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3: What do you consider the biggest challenge this school will face this year? #pisdedchat

Artguy76 May 24 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3: what is the school's stance on Ts using Social Media? #pisdedchat

Whittington8th May 24 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 ask current teachers what's been their biggest challenge but also their biggest reward at the school #pisdedchat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Where is your school regarding tech integration? Where do you hope your school is going w #edtech? #pisdedchat https://t.co/GxQjwQHYv4

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q3 What is a great question to ask during an interview for a teaching position? #pisdedchat

techclara - Moderator May 24 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3 #pisdedchat Do your homework. Know a lot about the place where you are interviewing write down any questions. Ask them in the interview.

jlangford4253 May 24 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3: In what ways could I help you achieve your vision for your school? #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:30 PM EDT

I'm so Storifying this chat tonight! I'll Tweet it out afterwards. Great advice here! #pisdedchat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:31 PM EDT

What r your expectations/goals regarding digital literacy & digital citizenship? #pisdedchat (yep, there I go again) https://t.co/GxQjwQHYv4

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:24 PM EDT

Q3 What is a great question to ask during an interview for a teaching position? #pisdedchat

texasteacher98 May 24 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A3 do they have a byod policy in place? And is it consistently used across campus? #pisdedchat https://t.co/IG4mErosRE

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:29 PM EDT
Where is your school regarding tech integration? Where do you hope your school is going w #edtech? #pisdedchat https://t.co/GxQjwQHYv4
- TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:24 PM EDT
  
  Q3 What is a great question to ask during an interview for a teaching position? #pisdedchat

SSchweikhard May 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3 How does your school address the social/emotional health of its students? #pisdedchat

techclara - Moderator May 24 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3 #pisdedchat ask how they define dig citizenship, dig literacy, & how they affect the dig divide. Have your answers to these questions too

trudy_fern May 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Very insightful question! #pisdedchat https://t.co/HWP0ek7XMG

Whittington8th May 24 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A3 ask current teachers what's been their biggest challenge but also their biggest reward at the school #pisdedchat

KFislar May 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A2: Region 10 job network & district websites. Directly emailing a cover email and resume to principals can work too. #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3 What she said, then really listen to their answer, then describe YOUR #edtech awesomeness. #pisdedchat https://t.co/wWAW3obKcI

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:29 PM EDT
Where is your school regarding tech integration? Where do you hope your school is going w #edtech? #pisdedchat https://t.co/GxQjwQHYv4
- TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:24 PM EDT
  
  Q3 What is a great question to ask during an interview for a teaching position? #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Q4 What should a teacher applicant include in an “elevator speech” about him/herself? #pisdedchat

KFislar May 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3: What strategies have you used to reach your ELLs? How do you know your students "got it"? #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@SSchweikhard Oooo good one.#pisdedchat

GrundlerArt May 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT

#pisdedchat please ck out #k12ArtChat on Thursdays 8:30pm ~we aren't just for art Ts https://t.co/zl8tS2UdOB

KFislar May 24 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A4: Elevator speech should be short & sweet - why you're passionate about kids & how you will make a impact on their learning. #pisdedchat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Why u want to be a teacher. How u show Ss u care. What sets u apart from others. How u dev relationships #pisdedchat https://t.co/NN4lRR3KQQ

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Q4 What should a teacher applicant include in an “elevator speech” about him/herself? #pisdedchat

Artguy76 May 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: @GrundlerArt says to be Ss centers #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4 I love kids and I love teaching. I am here to build relationships with students and to help them reach their max potential. #pisdedchat

amyK_librarian May 24 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4: Your enthusiasm will show through no matter what you say - it's obvious if it's genuine #pisdedchat

Artguy76 May 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4: @GrundlerArt says to be Ss centered #pisdedchat

trudy_fern May 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4 Include topics such as positive classroom management, critical thinking, differentiation #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Wow, my last Tweet got me teary. I miss teaching! I miss my teenagers! #pisdedchat

techclara - Moderator May 24 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4 #pisdedchat Let it be clear this is your passion. You love it. You live it. This is not a job; it is part of you.

Whittington8th May 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4 what you've done specifically to prepare yourself for the particular opportunity #pisdedchat

SSchweikhard May 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4) I believe in tooting your own horn, but I also want to hear about how you've failed & what you learned from that. #pisdedchat

AbbyDalen May 24 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4:Elevator pitch should be positive. Emphasize that ur there 4 Ss. Ur there to inspire, advocate for & unleash passion w/in Ss. #pisdedchat

texasteacher98 May 24 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4. I would just tell them I'm super awesome and they should hire me. 😜 #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4 So important to do this. Be humbled and show professional growth. #pisdedchat https://t.co/7X9b2MN5qG

SSchweikhard May 24 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4) I believe in tooting your own horn, but I also want to hear about how you've failed & what you learned from that. #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Q5 In what ways can we better support new and/or pre-service teachers? #pisdedchat

Artguy76 May 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: by getting them involved in chats like this one!! #pisdedchat

KFislar May 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: Emphasize priority items in detail & provide roadmaps for the rest. Too much too fast is overwhelming. Roadmaps on own time #pisdedchat

texasteacher98 May 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 I think Plano needs to have a more dedicated mentor program for new teachers that actually trains the mentors. #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Great answer! #pisdedchat https://t.co/qRz8f17x4W

brittainka May 24 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@TechKnowLeah @amyK_librarian We had a counselor candidate ask this recently & being in the hot seat caused awesome reflection! #EdSlowChat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Cool idea! What wd that training entail? #pisdedchat https://t.co/Tht76jWKjY

texasteacher98 May 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5 I think Plano needs to have a more dedicated mentor program for new teachers that actually trains the mentors. #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Q6 If you could go back & talk to your 1st yr teacher self, what advice would you give? #pisdedchat

jlangford4253 May 24 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5: Love the roadmap concept. So crucial! #pisdedchat https://t.co/UTxV9URxMy

KFislar May 24 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: Emphasize priority items in detail & provide roadmaps for the rest. Too much too fast is overwhelming. Roadmaps on own time #pisdedchat

Artguy76 May 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6: don't forget to make checklists. They are so important. #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6 #pisdedchat https://t.co/v7cQ5AfYMC

AbbyDalen May 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

@NancyWTech Are you familiar w/ IA's TLC program? Instructional coaches help Ts reflect on & improve their pedagogical approach #pisdedchat

techclara - Moderator May 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5 #pisdedchat Don't forget to invite pre-service teachers to edcamps! They bring such great perspective and we can learn so much from them!

trudy_fern May 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5 Experienced teachers need to be very mindful of new teacher stress. Patience and grace is a necessity #pisdedchat

texasteacher98 May 24 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Q6 "it gets easier" ... I was ready to quit by December. It did get easier. #pisdedchat

jlangford4253 May 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6: Don't try so hard to prove you deserve a seat at the table. Do good work, be humble, listen more & speak less. #PISDedchat

NancyWTech - Moderator May 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

No, I'll have to check it out! Do you have a website? #pisdedchat https://t.co/D85I7FqaQ6

AbbyDalen May 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

@NancyWTech Are you familiar w/ IA's TLC program? Instructional coaches help Ts reflect on & improve their pedagogical approach #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6 #pisdedchat https://t.co/dA1rMt1IUa

brittainka May 24 @ 9:53 PM EDT

@trudy_fern Building strong campus teams to support the new teachers is so important. Done right, new Ts can flourish. #pisdedchat

SSchweikhard May 24 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6) Be flexible. Don't try to be perfect, just keep trying. Have goals, but also be present where you are. #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6 Stay sane by following this simple & IMPORTANT tip. :) #pisdedchat https://t.co/KqGvZLQZb5

Artguy76 May 24 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6: don't forget to make checklists. They are so important. #pisdedchat

brittainka May 24 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6: you are learning - give yourself a break! And watch the experts very closely! #pisdedchat

AbbyDalen May 24 @ 9:54 PM EDT

@NancyWTech https://t.co/xwul6AjuhP #pisdedchat

trudy_fern May 24 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A6 Don't sweat the small stuff and hold onto why you choose to teach when it gets difficult #pisdedchat

AbbyDalen May 24 @ 9:55 PM EDT

@NancyWTech You are very welcome. #pisdedchat

techclara - Moderator May 24 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6 #pisdedchat "This year was hard. You failed sometimes but you also had great success. Stay positive. Amazing things are coming."

brittainka May 24 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A5: in moving more toward specialists as coaches, campuses will have more solid built-in support systems that know campus needs. #pisdedchat

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A6 Try to stay positive, even when negative teachers bring you down. #pisdedchat https://t.co/fVT1Gh956s

Artguy76 May 24 @ 9:57 PM EDT

@SSchweikhard I still need to get better at using them, and keeping them. #pisdedchat

techclara - Moderator May 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT

#pisdedchat A6 cont'd "When you hear that noise in the closet don't open it. Just walk out. Run out. Trust me."

TechKnowLeah - Moderator May 24 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Thank you ALL for contributing your insightful, helpful advice to new teachers. See you next time on #pisdedchat! https://t.co/I4O2oytqge