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nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:00 PM EST

Welcome to #divergED. We're honored to have @gregbcurran as our guest moderator today!

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:00 PM EST

#divergED will be in a Q&A format. Mark responses w/ A1...2...etc. This is a 30-min chat, so buckle in!

TeachDB17 Dec 15 @ 8:00 PM EST

Chat time!! My tweets will be devoted to #nbchat #diverged and #ascdl2l followed by #ecechat! Join one or all!!

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:00 PM EST

Don't forget to include the hashtag #DivergED so everyone can follow along.

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:01 PM EST

We'd love this CHAT to be about examples, actions, risk-taking, disruptive innovations, & #divergED thinking...so bring it

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:01 PM EST

G'day all, I'm stoked to be hosting #DivergED. Social Justice is my Passion as a lecturer, teacher, coach & blogger/podcaster from Oz.

MTatonetti Dec 15 @ 8:01 PM EST

#DivergED time!!

TeachDB17 Dec 15 @ 8:01 PM EST

Danielle K Tchr, @HopeStreetGroup Nat'l Tchr Fellow, @ASCD Emerging Leader, and blogger for https://t.co/RNseIohEAh #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:02 PM EST

This chat's inspired by my podcasts on social justice. Listen here > https://t.co/QqEdjKgVTk #divergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:02 PM EST

@TeachDB17 Welcome on board Danielle #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:02 PM EST

Nathan, from Nashville, co-founder of #divergED w/ THE CW @WeberEducation. Excited to have @GregBCurran host this evening! #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:02 PM EST

@MTatonetti Yay let's bring it - #socialjustice in #diverged

mdeHSD Dec 15 @ 8:02 PM EST

#DivergED Hello! Michelle, from Oregon...eager to hear thoughts tonight!

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:02 PM EST

@TeachDB17 @HopeStreetGroup @ASCD Hi Danielle, always great to see you! #DivergED

MrPayne859 Dec 15 @ 8:03 PM EST

Joe, Behavior Coach from Lexington, KY and @HopeStreetGroup KY Teaching fellow. #DivergED

TeachDB17 Dec 15 @ 8:03 PM EST

@nalang1 Great to see you too!! I thought I was going to miss it!! Home underwire and just in time! #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:03 PM EST

@mdeHSD Yep eager to hear everyone's tips and insights on #socialjustice teaching in #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:03 PM EST

@mdeHSD Hi Michelle, and we’re eager to hear your thoughts as well! #DivergED

MTatonetti Dec 15 @ 8:03 PM EST

#DivergED Michael, K-8 Principal, Ohio

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:03 PM EST

When your sixth-grade math/science teacher is on the same twitter chat as you. 😁😁😁👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 #DivergED https://t.co/1GiKAkM6im

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:01 PM EST

We'd love this CHAT to be about examples, actions, risk-taking, disruptive innovations, & #divergED thinking...so bring it

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:03 PM EST

@MrPayne859 @HopeStreetGroup Hi Joe, thanks for joining us this evening! #DivergED

carrieokieking Dec 15 @ 8:04 PM EST

#DivergED Carrie - Austin, TX - MS World Cultures Teacher - Ready to get my learn on!

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:04 PM EST

hey guys. I'm Christina out here in Hawaii. Excited to chat until a parent shows up to chat. :) #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:04 PM EST

@MTatonetti Hi Michael, great to have you a part of #divergED this evening!

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:04 PM EST

I've created a #socialjustice resource page for this chat > https://t.co/9tjIAyaxyN #diverged

mdeHSD Dec 15 @ 8:04 PM EST

Hi Nathan and Greg! Thanks for all your thought provoking on twitter! #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:04 PM EST

@biblio_phile Great collaboration opportunity! #divergED

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:05 PM EST

@nalang1 haha yes! @WeberEducation, I'd actually be interested to hear if you were thinking abt this stuff when you taught me. #diverged

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:05 PM EST

So good to see you Carrie, Christina, Michael...let's share all our tips and insights...be prepared to Push The Edge #diverged

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:06 PM EST

Q1: What are the real world, day to day issues that adversely impact your students' lives? #divergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:06 PM EST

@mdeHSD @nalang1 @biblio_phile Extremely happy to provoke about social justice!! #diverged

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1: Key issues for my adult ELL's > employment, poverty, racism, sexism...#DivergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:07 PM EST

@carrieokieking Carrie thanks for joining us! #DivergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:07 PM EST

Good evening everyone! Elisabeth from NY. Looking forward to tonight's chat! #DivergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:07 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick yay, Lis is here! #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:07 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick Great to see you Elisabeth...jump in #diverged

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1 // 1) bias in all forms. Recently, anti-Muslim sentiment skyrockets. 2) system itself is oppressive. #diverged https://t.co/GAtjtAQOKp

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:06 PM EST

Q1: What are the real world, day to day issues that adversely impact your students' lives? #divergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:07 PM EST

@TeachDB17 Great to see you Danielle! #divergED

JeremyDBond Dec 15 @ 8:07 PM EST

Parent from Connecticut here. So glad you're covering this topic. #DivergEd

MTatonetti Dec 15 @ 8:07 PM EST

#DivergED A1: poverty, custody issues, food, clean/enough clothing, consistency, SEL and academic gaps

carrieokieking Dec 15 @ 8:07 PM EST

A1: surviving a parent suicide, being raised by grandparents, parents in jail, new to the country #DivergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:08 PM EST

@JeremyDBond Great to see you Jeremy, glad you’re joining in! #DivergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:08 PM EST

Come on over and join us at #divergED! https://t.co/iWtCmb02aA

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:01 PM EST

We'd love this CHAT to be about examples, actions, risk-taking, disruptive innovations, & #divergED thinking...so bring it

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:08 PM EST

@biblio_phile Yes in times like this...my refugee students often come in with stories of racism, abuse on train, in streets #diverged

MrPayne859 Dec 15 @ 8:08 PM EST

Violence, Poverty, Lack of Parental Involvement, Prejudice/Racism, Malnutrition #DivergED

mgrosstaylor Dec 15 @ 8:08 PM EST

👏🏾So many amazing chats 2night! #DivergED #tntechchat #MillennialTalk 🗣7:30cst tune in to my BLAB: https://t.co/EL7BCB80Qg w/@kellyj113

envirojer Dec 15 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1 divorce, low wage jobs(parents) educational apathy #diverged

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:09 PM EST

RTQ1: What are the real world, day-to-day issues that adversely impact your students' lives? #divergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:09 PM EST

@JeremyDBond You're most welcome Jeremy, love to hear your experiences #diverged

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:09 PM EST

We're talking the big issues that impact student lives & those they love in #diverged

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:09 PM EST

right, and it's like... how do we give create safe space in class AND give them tools to dismantle when they leave? #diverged @GregBCurran

PaulaMaeker Dec 15 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: That many attribute socio-eco status to their ability to achieve. Makes me cringe but it's real #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:09 PM EST

@envirojer Glad you jumped in this evening Jeremey! #DivergED

mdeHSD Dec 15 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: My Ss deal with poverty and likely racial issues. #diverged

envirojer Dec 15 @ 8:10 PM EST

#diverged Jeremey HS science in Michigan

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:10 PM EST

A1: #divergED Student needs in the areas of health, nutrition, sleep, exercise, & sensory experiences all impact their lives outside school

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:10 PM EST

@PaulaMaeker Yes we can get caught up in deficit-related talk. How might we move beyond this...recognize what's working? #diverged

carrieokieking Dec 15 @ 8:10 PM EST

@PaulaMaeker I completely agree!! It's frustrating. It's the ones I can't 'break through' to that make me cringe the most. #DivergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:10 PM EST

@PaulaMaeker Great point Paula! How can we use current circumstances as leverage opportunities? #DivergED

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:10 PM EST

All things society signals they should leave at door. Of course, that's their lives. SEL not even in pic. #diverged https://t.co/wxEQZzpVar

MTatonetti Dec 15 @ 8:07 PM EST

#DivergED A1: poverty, custody issues, food, clean/enough clothing, consistency, SEL and academic gaps

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:11 PM EST

@biblio_phile @GregBCurran Yes critical creating safe spaces PLUS teaching skills for activism - to make change happen #diverged

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:11 PM EST

Q2 Coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

MrPayne859 Dec 15 @ 8:11 PM EST

@carrieokieking @PaulaMaeker I believe a lot of this comes from the comfort of using it as an excuse. #DivergED

TeachDB17 Dec 15 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1. Single parent house holds, deployments, long hours in before or after school care. #diverged

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:11 PM EST

A1 Sleep deprivation, shortage of food, home inconsistencies, custody issues. Some have parents who travel for long bouts. #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:11 PM EST

@envirojer G'day there Jeremey...what are the issues that affect your students? #diverged

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:11 PM EST

@WeberEducation Can you say more about "sensory experiences"? Do you mean SEL? #divergED

carrieokieking Dec 15 @ 8:12 PM EST

@nalang1 @PaulaMaeker I use my personal story. Many of my students don't realize I grew up in similar circumstances. #DivergED

PaulaMaeker Dec 15 @ 8:12 PM EST

@GregBCurran we stay focused on possibilities and relentlessly pursue greatness in every S! #divergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:12 PM EST

Q2: How do you support your students to take action with these issues - and involve the school community? #divergED

envirojer Dec 15 @ 8:12 PM EST

Successful middle class district and still only 50% of Ss will go to college and 50% of those get degree in 5 yrs. Ss need hope #diverged

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:12 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick So how do you work with students in relation to these issues Elisabeth? #diverged

blabim Dec 15 @ 8:12 PM EST

👏🏾So many amazing chats 2night! #DivergED #tntechchat #MillennialTalk 🗣7:30cst tune in to my BLAB: https://t.co/a2BjcjaSgn w/kellyj113 #mg…

J_Stew314 Dec 15 @ 8:13 PM EST

Hopping in late this evening. My name is Jeremy Stewart - Dean of Ss at @TimberAHS & @CollegeViewHS3 in College Station, TX. #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:13 PM EST

A2: We combine real world job experience with learning English - making it relevant and meaningful to students. #DivergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:13 PM EST

@MrPayne859 It makes it very difficult for students to shift gears. We are often their safe place. #divergED

MrPayne859 Dec 15 @ 8:13 PM EST

@carrieokieking @nalang1 @PaulaMaeker Same here. Makes for great conversation and builds incredible bonds. #DivergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:13 PM EST

@biblio_phile @MTatonetti SEL is sometimes treated as an initiative/program. It’s real and is part of meeting S cognitive needs. #DivergED

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:13 PM EST

@TeachDB17 deployment is such a HUGE issue out here, and often overlooked! We forget that there's constant instability there. #diverged

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:13 PM EST

@PaulaMaeker @GregBCurran Yes focusing on possibilities....seeing them, creating them....is critical #diverged

SeanAThom Dec 15 @ 8:13 PM EST

Evening all! Sorry I'm late, but I had to get my nightly workout in! Ready to jump in and get my learn on! #diverged

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:13 PM EST

It can be a factor, but we believe in every child. It means connecting with them and empowering. #divergED https://t.co/CQEFMGZMKG

PaulaMaeker Dec 15 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: That many attribute socio-eco status to their ability to achieve. Makes me cringe but it's real #divergED

whipplescott Dec 15 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1Single parent house holds, being the parent. Teenage preg. first generation Amer. Racial issues. Poverty. #divergED

AaronJPena Dec 15 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1: Many Ss are from single parent or no parent homes. #diverged

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:14 PM EST

A2: I tch sts how to create multimedia - to gain confidence in their voice & connect with others to 'make change' happen. #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:14 PM EST

It can be easy to get trapped in deficit or victim talk....Interested how we move beyond this #diverged

J_Stew314 Dec 15 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1:"ism's" Race, sex. age, ability... #DivergED https://t.co/P8r5LGwV46

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:06 PM EST

Q1: What are the real world, day to day issues that adversely impact your students' lives? #divergED

ryanrismiller Dec 15 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1: many concerns with food, housing, childcare, becoming sitter for the night and not doing work. The general unknown #divergED

TeachDB17 Dec 15 @ 8:14 PM EST

@biblio_phile A HUGE factor where I teach as well. #DivergED

carrieokieking Dec 15 @ 8:14 PM EST

A2: begin each class w/ good things. I share good things. Go to extra curricular events. Bottom line: create relationships. #DivergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:14 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick Great Lis, and to be cognizant of what we’re asking Ss to do at home and why we are doing so. #DivergED

envirojer Dec 15 @ 8:14 PM EST

100% of Ss being prepared for college yet 25% will have degree in 5 yrs. Ss need preparation for real life #diverged https://t.co/rfn9q9I6NT

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:11 PM EST

@envirojer G'day there Jeremey...what are the issues that affect your students? #diverged

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:14 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick Yes connecting on the issues that truly matter to students...that is KEY #diverged

PaulaMaeker Dec 15 @ 8:14 PM EST

Yes ALL DAY LONG @ElisaBostwick!! Love! #DivergED https://t.co/rimN3wibGK

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
It can be a factor, but we believe in every child. It means connecting with them and empowering. #divergED https://t.co/CQEFMGZMKG
- PaulaMaeker Dec 15 @ 8:09 PM EST
  
  A1: That many attribute socio-eco status to their ability to achieve. Makes me cringe but it's real #divergED

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:14 PM EST

A2 Teach Ss activism isn't something someone ELSE does, it's something we can ALL do. Discuss issues often #diverged @GregBCurran

AaronJPena Dec 15 @ 8:14 PM EST

A2: Mentorships, partnerships with churches and other community agencies. #diverged

mdeHSD Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: Thankfully #donorschoose had an essential needs campaign. I had snacks within 2 weeks! Also teach self-help privately #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

@J_Stew314 @TimberAHS @CollegeViewHS3 Glad you’re here Jeremy! #DivergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

RTQ2: How do you support your students to take action with these issues - and involve the school community? #divergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

Here's all the #DivergED questions > https://t.co/Ecrtrwlhiu

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2: At this school, kids trained their parents to help them with their homework > https://t.co/MHFIJnc1RN #DivergED

MrPayne859 Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2- Instead of asking what they want to be when they grow up, asking them what problems they want to solve. #stolenquote #divergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

@SeanAThom Hey Sean! Great to see you again at #divergED!

PaulaMaeker Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

@carrieokieking @nalang1 Same. It surprises and makes stigmas instantly disappear. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

@SeanAThom Glad you’re here, jump on in Sean! #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

@biblio_phile @GregBCurran YES!! Activism isn't a dirty word...vital for our survival, vital to thrive, vital for change #diverged

SeanAThom Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick Likewise Elisabeth! I've been looking forward to this all day! #DivergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

@whipplescott Hi Scott, welcome to #divergED!

iamvlewis Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1: Real world impacts for my kids are lack of access to tech and low SES. This is a problem Houston that hurts us all #DivergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

@AaronJPena Awesome to have you join in, Aaron! Always appreciate learning from you. #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: #divergED Teaching behavioral skills (self-regulatory skills such as coping) is a must - it will help students overcome adversity

mgrosstaylor Dec 15 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1: Effectively addressing needs of the whole child. #divergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:16 PM EST

At this school, students investigate litter, homelessness and violence & devise plans for action > https://t.co/j9uO9jG9CN #DivergED

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:16 PM EST

Also, I recommend ppl chk @xianb8 when it comes to guiding #stuvoice. This pc too: https://t.co/YLSA1f7i2v #diverged https://t.co/NIqabAWr5x

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:12 PM EST

Q2: How do you support your students to take action with these issues - and involve the school community? #divergED

SeanAThom Dec 15 @ 8:16 PM EST

@nalang1 Thanks Nathan! Trying to get caught up real quick! #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:16 PM EST

@MrPayne859 Yes cut right in - and see what's important to them now - and Act #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:16 PM EST

@AaronJPena true reality. Glad you’re here Aaron! #DivergED

J_Stew314 Dec 15 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: Every Friday we have "Food for Thought Friday" = Ss advisory. We unpack current events/issues. #DivergED https://t.co/NVO7nJEWmv

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:12 PM EST

Q2: How do you support your students to take action with these issues - and involve the school community? #divergED

AaronJPena Dec 15 @ 8:16 PM EST

Thanks, Elisabeth! Always great to be with #divergED https://t.co/cilUA8y5U5

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

@AaronJPena Awesome to have you join in, Aaron! Always appreciate learning from you. #divergED

ryanrismiller Dec 15 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: nice addition for us has been the addition of an extended learning program with wrap around services-counseling, cooking #divergED

PaulaMaeker Dec 15 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: Serve them. Build capacity and efficacy. Speak in possibilities and work in ACTION. #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:17 PM EST

Q3 Coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

AaronJPena Dec 15 @ 8:17 PM EST

Thanks, Nathan! #divergEd https://t.co/8xVdMORENH

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:16 PM EST

@AaronJPena true reality. Glad you’re here Aaron! #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: Helping students find their voice & share their true story is crucial for empowerment - Listen > https://t.co/THgk9mPMES #DivergED

MrPayne859 Dec 15 @ 8:17 PM EST

@GregBCurran Even in young students they get so excited talking about the prospects! #DivergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:17 PM EST

@ryanrismiller Hi Ryan, welcome to #divergED. glad you jumped in!

mdeHSD Dec 15 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: Ss that have to beat the odds have many great skills. Need constant cheerleaders though! #diverged

TeachDB17 Dec 15 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2. Listen to them. Don't assume you know what they need, Situations can be similar but the need may be different. #DivergED

carmelhealth Dec 15 @ 8:17 PM EST

A1 Binge drinking. Stress linked to depression linked to thoughts of suicide. Relationship safety. Minority group safety #DivergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:17 PM EST

@iamvlewis Hi Valerie, welcome to #divergED, glad you’re here!

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:17 PM EST

Often we underestimate our sts - Here's a school where sts take action on homelessness and violence > https://t.co/j9uO9jXL1n #diverged

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:17 PM EST

Great point here too about listening to THEM. Let them inform your focus, not forcing them to focus on you #diverged https://t.co/DL3Yu4D2cs

MrPayne859 Dec 15 @ 8:15 PM EST

A2- Instead of asking what they want to be when they grow up, asking them what problems they want to solve. #stolenquote #divergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2 Focus on community building where emoting is embraced. Develop levels of trust through growth zones. #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:18 PM EST

Q3: What do you do when students' ideas for change conflict with adult beliefs or values? #divergED

PaulaMaeker Dec 15 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: Service learning is an incredible and authentic way to teach global citizenship and empathy #DivergED

Kathy_Vergara2 Dec 15 @ 8:18 PM EST

#DivergED, joining chat from Houston!

JeremyDBond Dec 15 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2) I imagine it begins with actually talking about them. Let kids bring up the news stories that affect them the most. #DivergEd

SeanAThom Dec 15 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: Support Ss by leading by example. Show them the way. This is a great tool for educator & S growth! #DivergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:18 PM EST

@ryanrismiller Great “whole child” learning! #DivergED

MrPayne859 Dec 15 @ 8:18 PM EST

@biblio_phile So many S's just want to share and be heard. #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:18 PM EST

@carmelhealth How do you support sts to recognise their skills, their capacities, the resources in relation to these issues Andrew #diverged

JeremyDBond Dec 15 @ 8:19 PM EST

@J_Stew314 @GregBCurran love that! #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:19 PM EST

A3: Get real with students - talk through the actual conflict with them - devise ways forward that involves reaching out #DivergED

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:19 PM EST

I love this. #diverged https://t.co/a0mej9lhFH

J_Stew314 Dec 15 @ 8:16 PM EST
A2: Every Friday we have "Food for Thought Friday" = Ss advisory. We unpack current events/issues. #DivergED https://t.co/NVO7nJEWmv
- GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
  
  Q2: How do you support your students to take action with these issues - and involve the school community? #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:19 PM EST

@carmelhealth Hi Andrew, glad you’ve joined us this evening! #DivergED

iamvlewis Dec 15 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2: I seek out ways they can use devices at school to complete tasks, teach basic computer skills and bring outside folks in #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:19 PM EST

@TeachDB17 Yep we can't assume...gotta check in..and be prepared to actually hear what they've got to say #diverged

ryanrismiller Dec 15 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2.1: our food service program- prepares meals throughout the summer. Includes community garden boxes at local elementary schools #divergED

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:19 PM EST

@J_Stew314 yes! it's important to set aside that time! #diverged

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:19 PM EST

@GregBCurran I strategically foster a true community through structures. It's brain based & includes experiential learning. #divergED

mdeHSD Dec 15 @ 8:19 PM EST

Interesting ideas stemming from k-12 teachers. Support depends on age or maturity! #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:19 PM EST

@Kathy_Vergara2 Evening Kathy, glad to have you here! #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:19 PM EST

@iamvlewis Vital point Valerie ...in relation to access to technology #diverged

SeanAThom Dec 15 @ 8:19 PM EST

A3: Have to remind Ss that they are the master of their own destiny. Once they understand themselves, we can work on adults. #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: Navigating conflict is a key component of social activism - we need to skill-up our students here. #DivergED

J_Stew314 Dec 15 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: I try to provide a space for Ss to speak their understanding(s) of their issues. Empathic listening. #DivergED https://t.co/3AjrsR9GAV

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:18 PM EST

Q3: What do you do when students' ideas for change conflict with adult beliefs or values? #divergED

TeachDB17 Dec 15 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3. Reflect with students. Why does it conflict, is there a middle ground. What is each person's understanding of the situation? #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:20 PM EST

Woo hoo...so many top ideas flying by...on social justice in education in #diverged

GruntledChalkie Dec 15 @ 8:20 PM EST

Hi #DivergED Carl from Emerald Australia A1) poor cultural role modelling - eg: alcohol, uncool to try etc

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:20 PM EST

@iamvlewis Goo point. Another assumption we make is that all Ss are tech savvy. #DivergED

carrieokieking Dec 15 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: Remember that it's not always about the adult! Listen 2 the Ss. It should always be "whatever it takes…" Ss centered focus! #DivergED

whipplescott Dec 15 @ 8:20 PM EST

A2 keep pushing them and encouraging. What their story is doesn't have to be their future. Show love and respect. #divergED

iamvlewis Dec 15 @ 8:20 PM EST

@nalang1 ..thanks for having me and to @GregBCurran for inviting me. #DivergED

SchleiderJustin Dec 15 @ 8:20 PM EST

#DivergED a3 allow them an arena to speak and explain their Pov. Have them question why things are the way they are.

MrsVandeborne Dec 15 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: talk to them, coach them, listen to them... Well.... if they are moving in the right direction then we need to encourage them! #divergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:20 PM EST

@TeachDB17 Yes having a structured approach to work through the conflict is important #diverged

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:21 PM EST

A3: Get students involved in training adults to get them on-side. Hear how 1 school did this > https://t.co/MHFIJnc1RN #DivergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:21 PM EST

@GregBCurran We develop trust through a process of debriefing following activities, all with challenge by choice. #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:21 PM EST

RTQ3: What do you do when students' ideas for change conflict with adult beliefs or values? #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:21 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie Hi Carl, welcome to #divergED, glad you’re here.

J_Stew314 Dec 15 @ 8:21 PM EST

Thanks! Sometimes the conversation gets passionate. It is awesome. #DivergED @JeremyDBond @GregBCurran

ryanrismiller Dec 15 @ 8:21 PM EST

@MrPayne859 I like this thought and maybe even tying in how do we assist getting you through the day #DivergED

MrPayne859 Dec 15 @ 8:21 PM EST

@GregBCurran @iamvlewis Agreed. Huge in preparing students for those jobs that don't currently exist. #DivergED

SeanAThom Dec 15 @ 8:21 PM EST

A3: Hardest part of helping Ss change is when adults in building have conflicting beliefs. Tricky landscape to navigate! #DivergED

carmelhealth Dec 15 @ 8:21 PM EST

@GregBCurran I just finished an awesome 10 week advocacy project. Ss chose a topic & advocated thru a number of assignments. #DivergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:21 PM EST

@MrsVandeborne Welcome to #divergED!

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:21 PM EST

@SeanAThom Same here! Awesome topics and PLN here at #divergED

GruntledChalkie Dec 15 @ 8:21 PM EST

A2) We had a student driven parent night where Ss taught parents how to approach issues such as alcohol #DivergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3: #divergED Student voice is critical. Teachers must listen and also model the attributes that will equip students for success

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

Can't find the questions for #DivergED - here they are > https://t.co/Ecrtrwlhiu

AaronJPena Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3: Support without inadvertently becoming a wedge between children and their family culture and values. #diverged

PaulaMaeker Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3: Honor and embrace perspectives. Meet Ss where they are then give them tools they need to think creatively & critically #DivergED

JeremyDBond Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

This is quite a question. Whether you're participating in #divergEd or not, worth thinking about. https://t.co/ebHCg7Km3m

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:18 PM EST

Q3: What do you do when students' ideas for change conflict with adult beliefs or values? #divergED

iamvlewis Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

@MrPayne859 @biblio_phile ..so true. When rapport is established then class is easier 2 manage and inquiry and learning can occur #DivergED

envirojer Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

A2 Educational apathy requires connection to real solutions and meaning for educational experiences. #DivergED

carmelhealth Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

@GregBCurran we created posters, interviewed peers, made advocacy buttons & recorded podcasts. #DivergED

ryanrismiller Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

A2.2: we also have service day done in cooperation with United Way and work a day in the community #divergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

If you have blog-posts or links relating to #PushingTheEdge for Social Justice...feel free to share #diverged

GruntledChalkie Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

@nalang1 Thanks. Just in from mowing the lawn. #DivergED

whipplescott Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3. Our values and beliefs should be geared and centered around our students #divergED

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie How was the received? #DivergED

MrsVandeborne Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

@nalang1 thanks! Surfing chats tonight and ran across this one! #DivergED

jw_teach Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

A1 Real world issues that affect my students is being misjudged and stereotyped. Lead to low expectations #divergED #ASD

PaulaMaeker Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

Love this! Skill UP! #DivergED https://t.co/3otOMymjJ0

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:20 PM EST

A3: Navigating conflict is a key component of social activism - we need to skill-up our students here. #DivergED

mdeHSD Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3: Working with young Ss, I try to honor family message. If there is room to insert new ideas I do. #diverged

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:23 PM EST

Q4 Coming up in 1 minute... #divergED

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:23 PM EST

Am I the adult? Because if me then I shut up & listen for a while. Then I oft interact w them like a peer. #diverged https://t.co/BtK9rf8TcZ

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:18 PM EST

Q3: What do you do when students' ideas for change conflict with adult beliefs or values? #divergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:23 PM EST

Here's two inspiring podcasts relating to student voice > https://t.co/THgk9mybNk and https://t.co/MHFIJmUr0f #diverged

GruntledChalkie Dec 15 @ 8:23 PM EST

@nalang1 Excellent. but then only certain parents would have turned up I guess. #DivergED

MrPayne859 Dec 15 @ 8:23 PM EST

@ryanrismiller Agreed. I would love to have these conversations spread to parents. A nonjudgmental "how can we help" #DivergED

Kathy_Vergara2 Dec 15 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3 become an advocate for Ss. #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:24 PM EST

Q4: What challenges have you faced & navigated with social justice-related education? #divergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:24 PM EST

@biblio_phile Yep that's a biggie Christina...being willing and able to step back & let sts take the lead #diverged

carmelhealth Dec 15 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3 Set up a meeting between the two. Both parties can benefit from seeing through each other's lenses. #DivergED

ryanrismiller Dec 15 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3: I feel it becomes needs based. Get outside the stereotypical box of school #divergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:24 PM EST

@carmelhealth @GregBCurran Can you share links Andrew? #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:24 PM EST

@jw_teach Hi Joe, glad you’ve jumped in! Good point, we must take responsibility for correcting this. #DivergED

jw_teach Dec 15 @ 8:24 PM EST

A2 it is important to focus on self-identity and advocacy so students have the confidence to apply skills. Wellbeing is key #divergED

MTatonetti Dec 15 @ 8:24 PM EST

AH! Lost my spot in #divergED from a phone call

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3 Students benefit from learning conflict resolution with peers or anyone. Student' voice needs to be valued and empowered. #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:25 PM EST

A4: Challenges - Teachers not willing to speak up or support their GLBTI students. Had to build coalitions & educate #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:25 PM EST

Please feel free to share links to blogposts, podcasts, websites on #socialjustice #diverged

nalang1 - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:25 PM EST

@MTatonetti No worries, jump on in! #DivergED

SeanAThom Dec 15 @ 8:25 PM EST

A4: 1/3 of my school are BD & ED kids from Camden NJ. Difficult to teach to feel & act positively w zero positive surrounding them #DivergED

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:25 PM EST

obv, you know, I'll be less snarky if I think they're just wrong-- I'm way more patient-- but I don't dumb things down for kids. #diverged

carrieokieking Dec 15 @ 8:25 PM EST

A4:inexperience w/ the issue. the feeling of navigating through 'uncharted' waters. #DivergED

GruntledChalkie Dec 15 @ 8:25 PM EST

A4) A lot of people will talk social justice but when it comes to acting it, then the excuses start #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4: Feeling like I was the only one pushing for change. Had to start small, build connections one by one. Plus I devoured books #DivergED

J_Stew314 Dec 15 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4: We discussed Mizzou & the challenge was allowing Ss to express passion was challenging. It Was Intense #DivergED https://t.co/m3cqbU22bt

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:24 PM EST

Q4: What challenges have you faced & navigated with social justice-related education? #divergED

JeremyDBond Dec 15 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3) It would depend on the kids, the adults & the ideas. Who is more attuned to oppression and injustice? #divergEd https://t.co/ebHCg7Km3m

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:18 PM EST

Q3: What do you do when students' ideas for change conflict with adult beliefs or values? #divergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:26 PM EST

We have to tap into the strengths of students & their communities. Too often they're spoken of in deficit terms #diverged

PaulaMaeker Dec 15 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4: Surprisingly, biggest battles have been w/educators not believing that ALL Ss can learn at high levels. #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:26 PM EST

@J_Stew314 Intense can be good!! It's how we work with it. #diverged

GruntledChalkie Dec 15 @ 8:26 PM EST

@ElisaBostwick Probably one of the most life long valuable skill we can pass on. #DivergED

carmelhealth Dec 15 @ 8:26 PM EST

A4 Rare parental & student opposition to discussion of #LGBTQ+ issues. Unfortunately a small minority opt out #DivergED

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:26 PM EST

@GregBCurran A4 teachers saying "that's not my job/place" which is like... "but it's your students' life so....?!?!?" #diverged

jw_teach Dec 15 @ 8:27 PM EST

@nalang1 yes as a society and educational communities. #DivergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:27 PM EST

RTQ4: What challenges have you faced & navigated with social justice-related education? #divergED

MrsVandeborne Dec 15 @ 8:27 PM EST

A4: as spec Ed Ts I often heard that my kids just didn't care. Oh, THEY care they just need more support & a different approach. #DivergED

MTatonetti Dec 15 @ 8:27 PM EST

A2: Very real conversations about life, the importance of education and desiring more. College tours, professionals to share life. #DivergED

SeanAThom Dec 15 @ 8:27 PM EST

A4: Biggest issue is bridging gap between school therapeutic teachings & home life. Try getting families involved but not easy. #DivergED

J_Stew314 Dec 15 @ 8:27 PM EST

Indeed. Ss and Ts were all involved. So Powerful! #DivergED @GregBCurran

AaronJPena Dec 15 @ 8:27 PM EST

A5: I have to remind myself that the "pull yourself up by your own bootstraps" that worked for me doesn't always work for others. #diverged

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:27 PM EST

@PaulaMaeker Yep Paula...often is the case...s/times I just cut right through to the students and do it. #diverged

Kathy_Vergara2 Dec 15 @ 8:27 PM EST

A4 politics and personal feelings get in the way of social justice and research-based practices, ex #bilingual Ed. #DivergED

ElisaBostwick Dec 15 @ 8:27 PM EST

Yes! When we carve time for students to wonder they build off of one another, which leads to new ideas. #divergED https://t.co/5nLuZYP26W

PaulaMaeker Dec 15 @ 8:22 PM EST

A3: Honor and embrace perspectives. Meet Ss where they are then give them tools they need to think creatively & critically #DivergED

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:27 PM EST

@J_Stew314 can you say more? were they angry with players or angry at system? (sorry I don't know your kids!) #diverged

PaulaMaeker Dec 15 @ 8:27 PM EST

Celebrate strengths! #DivergED https://t.co/BMx1QuVJpf

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:26 PM EST

We have to tap into the strengths of students & their communities. Too often they're spoken of in deficit terms #diverged

Lamont_Mark Dec 15 @ 8:27 PM EST

A4. Pretty much challenges everywhere, but all solvable with a praxis life skills approach. Hi from Myanmar #divergED

WeberEducation - Moderator Dec 15 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4: #divergED Like all elements of T/L, social justice (connecting, community, self-assess.) requires commitment, collaboration, consistency

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:28 PM EST

Here's my Social Justice Resource page - created specially for #divergED - https://t.co/QqEdjKgVTk

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:28 PM EST

@MrsVandeborne YES YES....they care...but we gotta care enough to change approach + support them to lead the way #diverged

mdeHSD Dec 15 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4: We are jumping into courageous conversations regarding equity. Great first steps! Very encouraging #diverged

SeanAThom Dec 15 @ 8:28 PM EST

A4: We do home visits, use @RemindHQ, & have lots of events to get families involved. Must educate & work w the whole family! #DivergED

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:28 PM EST

I'd love to see a photo of my brain activity right now....So many top ideas on teaching social justice in education in #diverged

MrsVandeborne Dec 15 @ 8:28 PM EST

And be willing to put the time & energy in that's needed! #diverged https://t.co/d5tDaWLev7

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:28 PM EST

@MrsVandeborne YES YES....they care...but we gotta care enough to change approach + support them to lead the way #diverged

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:29 PM EST

So here's a take-away: How will you challenge the invisibility of social justice in twitter chats? #DivergED

biblio_phile Dec 15 @ 8:29 PM EST

YES esp for PoC who "make it." we forget breaks we/our parents had to be able overcome systemic oppression #diverged https://t.co/jCtBDetVQi

AaronJPena Dec 15 @ 8:27 PM EST

A5: I have to remind myself that the "pull yourself up by your own bootstraps" that worked for me doesn't always work for others. #diverged

jw_teach Dec 15 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4 Being able to be supportive not sympathetic is really important in terms of social justice. Pity is insulting-doesn't help #divergED

mdeHSD Dec 15 @ 8:29 PM EST

A4: We have to deal with our own biases before we can make real change. #diverged

GregBCurran Dec 15 @ 8:29 PM EST

@mdeHSD Yes look up the topic 'Courageous Conversations' or similar...Lots of useful resources for education #diverged

top20training Dec 15 @ 8:29 PM EST

@AaronJPena many do not own boots let alone straps #diverged