#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 April 23, 2016
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will be in a Q1, Q2 with responses A1, A2, etc.
Good morning leaders! Greg- 2nd grade, Maryland. Good to be back on this morning. Hope all are well.
Nathan, from Nashville, co-founder of w/ the inspiring . Ready to shift toward acceleration!
Good morning tribe from sunny texas. Great to be in the driver's seat with co-founder today talking growth!
Morning! Teresa, from NY.
Good morning everyone! Nikki Knight from Indianapolis jumping into day! :)
Morning! Chad from El Dorado, KS - hanging in Omaha, NE today
Good morning Greg! Great to see you this morning at
Good morning, ! Keri from MO. I'm excited to spend a short time w/you until I have to open Mom's Taxi service for business :)
Happy Saturday, Tribe! Valerie checking in from Katy and ready for a great conversation!
Good morning tribe! Brian, serve as the principal in Indianapolis, grateful to be here this morning
Good morning ! Kimberly from North TX ready to accelerate!
Good morning ! I'm only here for a bit, but I'm excited to join from College Station, TX this morning!
Steven Weber, North Carolina
Hey everyone! Adam Cottos, 5/6 social studies, St. Michael School, Independence, OH! Taking principal exam on June 4!
LT, Guild Elementary Principal, Gallatin, TN. Good morning, all!
So excited to hang with my tribe! Love my Saturday inspiration session!
Good Morning. Adrian from Bozeman, MT. Looking forward to another great chat!
Lori, instructional/leadership coach Ohio! Good morning
Hi. I'm Jason. Innovation Integrator, Teacher, and author from WI. Be right back...need some more coffee...
Morning Keri, great to see you here!
Good morning , Paola from Orlando, FL.
Great Morning! Matt from IL, I'll be in and out today
"Some are born great, some achieve greatness & some have greatness thrust upon them." (12th Night) Shakespeare's 400th today
Good morning ! I'm Leah a teacher from Katy.
Becky, elem principal from Monmouth, Il
Morning Valerie, great to see you here!
Good morning Laurie joining from Maple Ridge BC
Good morning ! Mark Luque, central office administrator from Bakersfield, CA.
Good morning gentlemen! Always great to see you on Saturday mornings!
Cheryl, middle school principal from PA. Good morning,
Greetings & salutations from California! Tammy - 5th grade & TCSJ Tech 110 & 290 teacher
Good morning, Nathan. Great to be here! I love starting my Saturdays this way!
Hi ! Catherine from Kingston, ON. Here for as long as my toddler remains napping :)
Gmornin' Paula, wearing purple in a very soggy Houston
Good morning. Scott from IL.
Gooooood Morning . Connie Hamilton, moderator, Ed Consultant, and Curriculum Director from MI. https://t.co/5USPx08ZND
Good morning! Toshila, from Texas.
Brad in Bangkok joining . Hello everyone!
Great Saturday morning to you! Chris from NJ, here!
Hello . Karla, AP from Grafton.
Welcome Leah! So great to have you this morning here at ! Let's do this!
Hey Brian, great to see you here!
Teresa in Tyler, TX, "want-to-be" teacher leader
Hi Teresa! Nice to see you here this morning!
Good morning tribe! Sandy- 5th grade teacher from a windy Utah today- Storm is coming in
hello! Gilead to see you here
Sounds good Matt! Glad you are here for whatever part today at
Beautiful morning to everyone! Sarah from Wyoming. 5th grade teacher.
Good morning Looking forward to learning with you!
Hey friend! so great to see you!
Good morning friends, Spiri from PA, popping in & out as I rewatch GofT, preparing for tomorrow's new season!
Maureen from Ga but living in Brussels area
MorningChad, great to see you here!
Great to see you Paola today with the tribe!
such a great tool-love the resource feature-my new go to
Good morning, Sandy! Glad you are here!
Hey Teresa, great to see you here!
Ryan Rismiller checking in from Central Ohio
Morning Nikki, great to see you here!
Hey Jason! Coffee critical. Welcome to
Wow! Love that you both are on the chat!
Hi Leah! Hope you guys are drying out down there!
Hey Jason! Hope you are doing well! Always glad when our paths cross in a chat!
Morning! JH principal from Richardson, Texas. Ready to learn!
Morning Kim from Nebraska. Ready for some pj PD
Good Morning! Amy - elementary principal from MN- glad to be here!
We look forward to it as well. Good morning Adrian!
Good Morning. Tida. Gifted Educator - Mableton Ga.
Chris from California here
Morning! Jenny from SC, looking forward to my weekly dose of inspiration from the tribe!
Great morning from McKinney Tx😊😊
The idea that education is not 1 size fits all applies in local, national, & global settings https://t.co/Jgq51WQbDu
Good morning, Bethany! You and are like a breath of fresh air in the morning!
You make it inspiring Rachel! Thanks for joining in with your tribe this morning at
I'm excited to learn with this tribe
Good morning ! Latoya settled in for a great chat, good coffee, and a beautiful Carolina day!
Morning Melinda, great to see you here!
Good morning my friend! Happy Saturday!
We are pretty fantastic. LOL
Finishing my bowl of cheerios and ready to dive into today's chat! Great to see so many here this morning! Love this tribe!
Good morning Michelle from windy and cold Saskatchewan, Canada joining in this morning.
Morning, my friend! Great to "see" you! :) https://t.co/j4LrC700EI
Good morning, Bethany! You and are like a breath of fresh air in the morning!
Hey Adam so glad you are here today with
Morning Lori, great to see you here!
Good morning, Bethany! Hope you are doing well!
Good morning everybody! Sarah from NJ here!
Debra from TX joining for the first time
Thanks Jeff. Mission accomplished.
. We are drying out! Many of our Ss are affected. Can't wait to see my angels on Monday!
it's not sunny out so I'm on the stationery bike! Perfect timing!
Good morning tribe! Mike, MS Principal from PA checking in.
Q1 Coming up in 1 minute...
Haha, we know the feeling! Glad you’re here this morning!
Good morning, ! Nice to see you here this morning
Morning! I saw you cuddled with a sweet baby girl last night! So precious! https://t.co/1zkP5agajh
Good morning, Bethany! Hope you are doing well!
morning to a fellow Texan!
the man is in the house! Welcome Steven to
Couldn't agree more! https://t.co/9rXNqVNXDh
Good morning, Bethany! You and are like a breath of fresh air in the morning!
Good Morning, John, Director of EdTech from San Diego (ish) area.
Morning tribe! Amy, principal from Indiana. I'll be in and out this morning, but couldn't miss it!
Good morning, Keri! Enjoyed your Voxes this week! Spot on! https://t.co/ybbkPKgpbe
Good morning, ! Nice to see you here this morning
Jim Smith Twin Cities. Assessment and Data. Cities are bathed in purple today.
Tiffany here, from AL. Getting a few min in before baseball
. Glad you're joining us this morning!
we are excited for any time with you Aaron! We know you are enjoying your new little one. Welcome to
Good morning to you both!
Sorry to miss today! Enjoy the convo - I will catch up later! Have a great day everyone! 😊
Welcome Kimberly! Always love it when Texans are with
Q1: We often engage in activities that only give the appearance of accelerating. Identify these. https://t.co/QtaLVqf0Hv
Q1: We often engage in activities that only give the appearance of accelerating. Identify these. https://t.co/tKQmaCdK16
Hiya ! Excited to chat with you this morning!
Yeah! You are a busy person! So, I'm glad to learn from you whenever I can!
Good morning everyone! Randy here from Nashville, but I'm in Salt Lake City today. Almost forgot about the time change
Back again for my second time. Josh Berg, MS ASB Advisor from Issaquah, WA
Michael from Houston. Glad to join for a bit this morning.
Jason from Buhler KS getting in a little late. ELA teacher.
Always great to see you too pal! Thanks again for the inspiration to sketch!
Hey Aaron. Great to be here. Love little kid soccer, but being at is a great benefit of a weekend without it.
Good blogging Brian! Welcome to today. Great to have you here as always.
Josh - you will be addicted after this one for sure!
Morning Cheryl, great to see you here!
I'm a risk-taker! We are ALL fantastic in this group.
Good morning! Donna from HTX. So thankful to be learning from you all this AM.
no bad weather just bad clothes-I have a love/hate with the indoor exercise
Good morning, Sandy! Great to see you this lovely morning! Excited to chat with you today!
G'morning, ! It has been a while. Excited to re-engage and learn with you this morning! Cris, from south TX, AP at Los Fresnos HS
Great to see you friend! Hope you are doing awesome. Welcome to today.
Gray and cold here too. Ugh
Welcome Debra! You'll love this chat!
Headed to assist the leadership team at my school during the PISD job fair! Lots of interview questions ready to go!
great Nikki! So good to start the day with you at
A1: Meetings, meetings, meetings ...
A1: RtI, one and done PD, PLC "lite"
I'm a sucker for learning from the best teachers, principals & good friends 😊
Morning Keri! So inspired by your voxes this week!
Aww, thanks. Great people to think along side. Love that group! You are my peeps!
Sorry everyone! Only 5 minutes behind! Wow
Great to see you here friend!
Morning Neil! Yes! It is busy!
Thanks Nathan. My cup is full!
Morning Scott, great to see you here!
You guys sure have had it tough this past week! glad you are here!
Hey Becky! Glad you are here today at
Just kidding! Love to learn with both of you! I already exercised - so I am ready!
Happy sunny day from Houston!
HI Penny... is Tuesday nights at 9pm. It's that is LIVE now.
Morning Christine, great to see you here!
A1: I feel like this with RTI sometimes...like we have great intentional convos, but in the end don't have answers to help.
A1: Using technology just to use it. Start with great lessons and use tech to enhance, not the other way around
Hope things are getting better with the flooding
I just can ride my bike in windy 42 degrees and breath?
Yep! She's pretty fantastic! Crazy how much you can love a little baby--even at only a few days old! 😃
A1 daily PLC with no authentic investment from the Ts or Admin
A1-Trying the "next new thing" without knowing why or how it will really make an impact. https://t.co/f7h0MgMOvI
Q1: We often engage in activities that only give the appearance of accelerating. Identify these. https://t.co/tKQmaCdK16
A1-I feel that when we try to take on too many initiatives and don't give proper time to those that are truly necessary
Hey friend! Always great to see you here!
A1: Many things can have appearances of accelerating: CSIPs, PLCs, faculty meetings, any kind of meeting really.
Oh yes we are! Always glad to be here
Good morning, . Michelle, HS principal from Texas! Glad to be here!
A1: Standardized testing, we know where are students are as teachers. These tests just hold Ts accountable wasting valuable time
A1: Mtgs w/o clear purpose & follow through. Whirlwind pace our work, tough to make every mtng count. https://t.co/eSsXo0A4yJ
Q1: We often engage in activities that only give the appearance of accelerating. Identify these. https://t.co/tKQmaCdK16
A1: Professional "development". I wish we could erase that word and replace it forever with "learning".
good morning to two of my favorite people! So great to see you this morning with the tribe!
A1: Having meetings to admire a problem and then walking out.
A1: initiatives with introduction and no follow up or follow through
Yes - AND when we take on an initiative and we don't really know why...no alignment to mission/vision. https://t.co/h8EhLO9Ffn
A1-I feel that when we try to take on too many initiatives and don't give proper time to those that are truly necessary
A1 time $ spent on txt books that arent relevant in 2 years-use the tools our Ss use & harness the power of the interweb
You bet! You just jumped right in. I'm impressed!
Definitely glad to be tweeting this morning with my tribe!
A1. Busy work, work that isn't focused on a goal. Use of instructional strategies just because, feedback with no action.
Good morning, Kathy! Glad you are here!
Hi Carla, always great to have you here!
A1: This can happen at the lowest level of tech in the class/school - substitution in the SAMR model; same old, same old...
Good morning to you as well! Always inspired by YOU!!!
Great to see you this morning.
A1- Generic PD that isn’t specific to individual needs. PD for the sake of having PD, as opposed to legit learning.
A1: incorporating technology into lessons but in ways that do not accelerate or enhance learning.
A1:Staffings to staff about a staffing to staff about a meeting.
Differentiation, learning how to teach ELLs. Sadly for some teachers it is simply checking off a box.
A1 1:1 devices and rarely moving from S on the scale, more intentional PL needed
Good Morning Friend! Happy Saturday!
Joining in while waiting for sessions to start at -- Thanks for letting me lurk!
A1: making Ts turn in lesson plans, observations can validate quality lessons let's not be redundant
Yes! Running through the motions, right? Or veiled collaboration...we hold PLC but really selling tupperware
RTQ1: We often engage in activities that only give the appearance of accelerating. Identify these. https://t.co/ZzC8oMyPoE
The consistent need to move to the next best "thing" rather than finding the right thing for your organizational needs
A1: GRADING. Too much emphasis on that and not the LEARNING.
Good morning - not usually up this early! Robert, MS principal in .
A1: create idea, gain approval, build excitement, start the process only to get the minimum done. Looks good, but goes nowhere.
...and action with no feedback.
ugg i can deal with any temp but not wind-its my enemy
Amen! I love how we aren't suppose to lecture our Ss, however PD is always lecture formatted. https://t.co/70ivPjrHSu
A1: Professional "development". I wish we could erase that word and replace it forever with "learning".
A1: Accelerating means slowing down and going deeper; not 'going faster'.
I actually like some of the connotations of the word development. Why do you think it's an inaccurate description?
A1: conversation (Purpose? Content? Goal? Action Plan?) without these, just talking
Yes! It's a waste to jump on the initiative band-wagon!
You took the words out of my mouth. It should be part of what we do not a separate, extra thing.
A1 . Professional Development that covers the same topic. .
A1. Implementing ideas/initiatives that sound great/buzz terms/concepts but are not research-based or supported by research
Amen! https://t.co/mbi3h1VgbT
A1: Standardized testing, we know where are students are as teachers. These tests just hold Ts accountable wasting valuable time
Absolutely! Working side by side with Ts to enhance learning versus just putting it in Ts hands... https://t.co/YmsOX8CZN0
A1: Using technology just to use it. Start with great lessons and use tech to enhance, not the other way around
I agree! Learning sounds/means so much more than "development". Words have power- both pos./neg
Hey bud, great to see you!
A1 Jumping on the bandwagon with a new initiative without determining its value or necessity within the school and the vision
A1: We want Ss to be THINKERS, so we set up great lessons, but rarely give enough time to process & reflect...
A1: "Hey, I read a new book. Everyone has to do this thing I read about. Our new initiative must be implemented now. Vroom!"
A1 Fake input when a decision has been made but someone needs to say they asked.
A1 we say we are thinking differently but outcomes seem to be same old same old
A1 we spin out wheels with the greatest flavor and initiatives of the month when data does not support use of it
Good morning! Hope all is well, Brother!
A1: Starting an initiative, then seeing a few apply the change and just assuming that it's happening across the board now.
A1: Doing too much too quickly without enough/right support or clear plan
I wonder how we differentiate between busy work and intentional practice
A1: Handing out technology without purpose and learning by Ts on how to use tool to truly accelerate learning experience.
great point or when you try ways to assist S and they do not work
Talk to me about RtI in this context. Thinking work is true acceleration for S learning.
A1: Documentation in and of itself does not accelerate; if it was that easy, our schools would be performing off the charts
A1: more work isn't accelerating teachers or kids. Deeper work accelerates thinking. It may take more but it isn't just more!
No follow through with professional learning, 1 time 'development,' mtgs w/ talking heads telling us how to do something
A1. Setting expectations without modeling or input.
A1-Meetings & PD that are just talk, no action. Not aligned w/ vision & purpose.
I would rather see edus evolve. I feel as if we develop into an edu as we choose that career path. https://t.co/iWx0zucxsE
I actually like some of the connotations of the word development. Why do you think it's an inaccurate description?
Agreed. So much growth to go after, so tough to find best way to pick, choose and make impactful moves. https://t.co/jweclksrrx
A1-I feel that when we try to take on too many initiatives and don't give proper time to those that are truly necessary
A1 When we're more about quanity than quality and hop on every new bandwagon that pulls into town.
Happens too often... https://t.co/6ckn6GxiL0
A1: incorporating technology into lessons but in ways that do not accelerate or enhance learning.
A1: mtg to fulfill mandates to collaborate rather than meeting to truly collaborate. Mtgs need purpose & to produce results.
Always good to move from talk/ideas to action :)
. I agree Bethany sometimes the plan sounds good "on paper" but doesn't get operationalized.
A1: Standardized testing that only grades the teachers.
A1: Feel that way with RTI (kids seem to stay on year after year); many paperwork requirements are busy work and take T from S "
Couldn't agree more!! Just asked my Ts to tell me what a 93% student (A) can do, that at 92% (A-) student can't
You are so kind, Amy. This awesome group is amazing! Positive thinkers! Hope I can be for you what you are for me.
Live! Baby bluebirds hatching on NestCam. Watching virtually with 5 PK-3 kids in NY and PA! So cool.
https://t.co/ddrGVgae3A
A1: Not giving students enough autonomy in the design of the end product of the learning task
A1 meaningless meetings that have no action to support student learning
A1 Gathering data that could be useful for enhancing our goals and student learning, but not using it to do so.
YES! I appreciate this statement - definitely holds true with your latest blog!
A1:
PLC Meetings that don't look at S work.
"Communications" meetings that don't solve problems.
Staff meetings w/o times set
A1: Too much time in meetings without a clear action plan at closing. Do it by email, or pick up the phone!
agree! Or just T uses and not Ss
So agree - we've been working to differentiated PD & Ts are truly engaged. Such a difference!
I totally feel you on this! https://t.co/oDsYwGEUSQ
A1: I feel like this with RTI sometimes...like we have great intentional convos, but in the end don't have answers to help.
A1) Talk talk talk about next year without committing. Wise friend used to say, "when all is said & done more is said than done"
Then the meetings are for the wrong thing. Focus on student learning in a colab setting should be first priority.
A1) Trying new things, but not researching them and thinking it through w/ our Ss in mind, Great things take time, &Steady
A1) Sometimes those latest "programs" have nothing to do with touching real learning, just another program.
A1.1: activities that appear to be urgent and important
A1: implementing changes to instruction but never looking at the data to see if it is working?
Especially the one-hit wonders!
Thanks man! Great to have you here this morning!
when devices become $$ worksheets we have missed the point-pedagogy trumps technology https://t.co/snq8kyQyzK
A1 1:1 devices and rarely moving from S on the scale, more intentional PL needed
A1 Initiatives or mandates without a clear stated purpose of making things better for kids. https://t.co/JrABEk65au
Q1: We often engage in activities that only give the appearance of accelerating. Identify these. https://t.co/tKQmaCdK16
Agree Valerie And it may be right for some Ts (Ss, Schools, Districts) & not for others.
Thanks Nathan! Great yo be here!
Hello my friend! How are you? Looks like is off and running! Hard to try and keep up! ;)
Intentional practice allows for connection, connection allows for engagement, engagement allows for ownership.
A1: pro dev that is supposed to be engaging and aligned but is not. Make PD purposeful and aligned with student growth in mind.
Yes - sometimes I think that we put TOO many data measures in place - then can't figure out how to use https://t.co/keWPwB1dSG
A1 Gathering data that could be useful for enhancing our goals and student learning, but not using it to do so.
You said it! I hate that so much and it is such a waste of time. Just get on with it already. https://t.co/H2T6aSk61V
A1 Fake input when a decision has been made but someone needs to say they asked.
A1: tons of data (Purpose? Use? Action Plan? Goal?) are we looking at it or using it to further acceleration?
A1: One size fits all PD often looks like accelerating, but it may not be as productive as we'd like.
A1: Death by email - please just pick up the phone and call!
It's like that old saying - "work smarter not harder" but throwing mindfulness in the mix...
This is an example of "death by documentation" https://t.co/ynb7Wc3wZU
A1: Feel that way with RTI (kids seem to stay on year after year); many paperwork requirements are busy work and take T from S "
A1 Having a school leader announcing major shifts at the beginning of year effective immediately.
Yes. I never feel like we support the child and the teacher enough. https://t.co/L2vMWfr0vF
No action step response w/ confidence?
Agree. Often the text book is viewed as the curriculum. Way more useful & current info available. https://t.co/9MatwnQecX
A1 time $ spent on txt books that arent relevant in 2 years-use the tools our Ss use & harness the power of the interweb
A1:Thought process used for discussion makes difference. Do we spend time compare/contrast when cause/effect is more productive.
This has been a major discussion point in our hallway lately!
and tons of data collecting when you don't even look at it!
A1 Meetings, Banners on Wall, School Improvement Plan, Sending Educators to Conferences without purpose https://t.co/wmEOxrwVnG
Not giving teachers enough autonomy to make good and informed decisions for their students. https://t.co/KtSTTKGEQQ
A1: Not giving students enough autonomy in the design of the end product of the learning task
Haha, yep, such is the amazing that happens here!
A1: reflective practitioning without changingpractice.
Is this because of Ts being forced into tech w/ out support or the "look at me/my school” problem? https://t.co/hX7jl4EBdw
A1: incorporating technology into lessons but in ways that do not accelerate or enhance learning.
Yes! WE must have follow-through in the classroom to ensure we are focused on accelerating learning!!
Agreed! But we feel so compelled 2 go @ 2 cover all the material! Sometimes ! https://t.co/3zXTPIm5Lf
A1: Accelerating means slowing down and going deeper; not 'going faster'.
A1: Adopting more new curriculum/initiatives without ever revisiting what we already have/do
A1.2 Just like good teaching, make sure meetings have a objective/goal to meet in the given time frame, PD is not a checklist
So right! https://t.co/hEyqCC85PT
A1: Professional "development". I wish we could erase that word and replace it forever with "learning".
Love this point. Required reflection and student designed assessments could help
Yes, agree.......show me it in action.....Purpose? Audience? Outcomes?
A1: Meeting for the sake of meeting--without a goal or a measurable outcome--can provide the illusion of accelerating.
Some use RtI for sort & label instead of the true RtI intention of serving by student by standard
Love this! https://t.co/I4ulEtFFNt
Couldn't agree more!! Just asked my Ts to tell me what a 93% student (A) can do, that at 92% (A-) student can't
A’s at my school have done the same this year. Much more focused learning catering to individual needs/interests.
A1 Coordination is a progress killer. Where's the project? It's in coordination -- coming up on its one-year anniversary.
Absolutely! Putting students first is job one! https://t.co/q3Pp7vmZBK
Then the meetings are for the wrong thing. Focus on student learning in a colab setting should be first priority.
A1: One and done PD only accelerates the burning of your budget, not the capacity of the team.
agreed! "Less is more" is a cliche for a reason- allowing Ss time to focus on one topic has more value long term
In many ways, that question is a sign of our times, whether in education or business. So focused on short-term-we lose long-term
Great point! Lead by example. Don't ask something of Ts that we aren't willing to do ourselves. Then, give feedback!!
A1: Owning more technology sounds great, but ineffective use of it has no real impact
A1: one size fits all standardized PD, Ts are like students, on many levels need to differentiate
A1: Doing the same thing each year feels like accelerating, but coasting doesn't help us improve!
Q2 coming up in just one minute!
A1) collecting data but for what purpose? It often gets lost in the stream...but by gosh we have data!
A1: implementing new trends without thinking if it's best for your building! Each school is different & it's own acceleration!
I agree. his bothers me tremendously. It is insulting and a waste of time!
A1 Leadership stating they want to make collaborative decisions, then not.
New and shiny does not always = innovation/acceleration
Diarrhea of the mouth, so to speak. https://t.co/RTITQqESE4
A1) Talk talk talk about next year without committing. Wise friend used to say, "when all is said & done more is said than done"
A1: we need is to hld ourselves accountable individually. Lrshp can wrk toward acctability but it mst be a pers goal to work.
A1) Chasing after new & shiny vs doing the tough work to sustain progress & keep our purpose front & center continuously.
A1: Starting an initiative without reflection and constant evaluation.
Great to see you Mark here at today.
A1: eval systems that contain more quantity & less quality. Stretching administrators to their limits undermines eval quality
Yes - and I have discovered that this comes from lack of adequate time to plan. Need to be intentional. https://t.co/eTzqRGVggY
A1-Meetings & PD that are just talk, no action. Not aligned w/ vision & purpose.
A1b. Implementing organizational or practice changes without validating with qual/quant data if desired improvement was achieved
Always knew this was the way to go, but didn't really know how. PD opened our eyes to possibilities
I agree, we gather so much data the parts that could be useful to drive student learning can be lost.
BTW, GREAT first question, !!
A1: a reporting tool that is meant to guide a mtg, but doesn't always fit
Exactly! PD needs to be personalized or at least differentiated to accelerate the learning process https://t.co/WbGkK34FqE
A1: One size fits all PD often looks like accelerating, but it may not be as productive as we'd like.
Ditto- You are both very inspirational! Keri- powerful Voxes Do you realize how impactful? :)
Yes! Prioritizing is challenge when best for S doesn't match w/ required work. So choosing the best.
Truth! Important conversations have to happen in PERSON
difficult to attend meetings without understanding function
Bring passion back to PD...what are my Ts passionate about? What are they dying to learn more about? https://t.co/J9nzjszQgY
A1: Professional "development". I wish we could erase that word and replace it forever with "learning".
Q2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/pIGsWsQFIE
What type of uniting moves people forward?
A1: Faith in the latest, greatest program to create change feels like acceleration, but people (not programs) make change.
Thanks Jeff! Always great to be here.
A1.The quantity of work we assign students shouldn't be synonymous with acceleration. Instead focus on quality, depth, breadth
A1: The sense of urgency to try & adapt "new" ideas & gadgets w/o depth. If we remain on the surface, we will never learn 2 swim
good call 'development' implies you are underdeveloped-lacking something https://t.co/czbkLo9h9O
A1: Professional "development". I wish we could erase that word and replace it forever with "learning".
Seeing so many great responses to Q1. Lots of things we do as Ps that could be so much more effective.
Need schl bds who get deeper not broader.
Or input from stakeholders.
I am seeing a change away from a one shot PD to a long-term relationship with specific focus.
Intentionality is HUGE! Sometimes it takes multiple mtgs to get the job done, but walk away w/ action!
A1) buying devices with no clear vision or plan to improve instruction and learning
or it does not model the instructional change that we are pushing for.
We hosted an last year, and I hope will be doing so again. I’ve only done edcamp online up to this point.
Good morning Sandra joining from Ottawa, Ontario
A1: Having meetings for documentation and not for purpose. Using but not utilizing the data.
And we don't necessarily have time to comb through ALL to determine what COULD be meaningful. Need time!
Yes! Keep the focus on our Ss. We as admin & teacher leaders need to weed that "fluff" out!
This IS HUGE. Sometimes grades are a Ts safety blanket for the status quo. https://t.co/d1ZkvGHsXZ
A1: GRADING. Too much emphasis on that and not the LEARNING.
Yes! Looking good is not the same as being good https://t.co/qK38AEVg2d
New and shiny does not always = innovation/acceleration
Mentor told me an effective T can teach more effectively w/ chalk & a board than ineff T w/lots of tech https://t.co/jwGfsZYNaA
A1: Owning more technology sounds great, but ineffective use of it has no real impact
Love "Meeting Wise" Liz City Harvard https://t.co/min7XUJp6r
A1.2 Just like good teaching, make sure meetings have a objective/goal to meet in the given time frame, PD is not a checklist
Agree! Calling is quicker, & more importantly, keeps relationship connection as well. https://t.co/qEGmWp0Hto
A1: Death by email - please just pick up the phone and call!
A1: Piling on more resources & programs without fundamentally changing how we create learning experiences.
Good point Aaron. Often less useful with lack of time and focus after. https://t.co/mvcnvbeuem
A1: One size fits all PD often looks like accelerating, but it may not be as productive as we'd like.
Dude, your tweet went viral last week!
Well said and one size fits all PD can be counterproductive too. https://t.co/yo6qIijmvI
A1: One size fits all PD often looks like accelerating, but it may not be as productive as we'd like.
Yes! And sometimes it takes multiple meetings to plan PD or multiple days of thinking to plan good meetings.
To glean from data, there must be hours of time to dig deep. It's impossible to do it justice in a day.
https://t.co/6Ah9meYsQs
A1) collecting data but for what purpose? It often gets lost in the stream...but by gosh we have data!
A1: Inertia. Comfort with the way things are going.
yes! And we need Ts treated the same- give Ts time to master a skill, an initiative- to accelerate
we have become the best in the world at collecting data. What are the results?
I cannot stand meeting for the sake of meeting. Meet with a purpose. Moving forward. Identify next steps.
The obstacles become the opportunity. The path to growth begins / saying "YES" to the challenge. https://t.co/Vj58eNLHWX
Need to have follow-up, not 1 and done.
A1: Mandated activities to lead toward growth feels like acceleration, but it's more like towing another car.
Jim Bentley saying hi.
A2: Culture eats change for breakfast. "We don't do it that way" attitude=toxic. https://t.co/a0Xiietymu
Q2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/pIGsWsQFIE
Too much grading & evaluating and not enough focus on learning.
A1: rushing into purchasing tech tools or implementing trends without assessing if it will work for our students first
A1. Also wheels spin, because we aren't clear of the goal ourselves, yet believe others should be. Be willing to ask for help.
A1: I have yet to see mandatory SMART goals lead to anything more than another item crossed off of the to-do list
A2 no vision, no goals, negative culture, poor leadership, no student, parent or teacher voice to set a solid vision
A2: Apathy towards self improvement. Having the attitude that everything is fine.
A2: biggest obstacle is status quo. "how we've always done it"
Yes! And, voice and tone matter.
PD is in need of a complete evolution. Glad you’re a part of making this happen!
A1 we plan an idea; get buy-in; implemented but doesnt change targeted area b/c lack of research & quick to react to situation
Yes! And adopting without fulling understanding when/how to use them. Ugh. https://t.co/tpuPpVglD2
A1: Piling on more resources & programs without fundamentally changing how we create learning experiences.
A2: Maybe the biggest factor is lack of trust. Without trust, I am unwilling to be different or do different.
A2: Not putting ACTIONS and BEHAVIORS behind the why of our work. Can't just hang a mission on a wall- gotta make it happen
Q2-fear of change keeps shifts from happening. However once the passion is ignited in Ts it can be contagious!
A2) Implementation time is always one of our greatest challenges. But that's where creativity with use of time comes in.
Or starting 2 many new initiatives @ once- Not knowing what works or not! https://t.co/Cx3FIuTE6R
A1 Jumping on the bandwagon with a new initiative without determining its value or necessity within the school and the vision
A2: Cruise control! Comfort in the just right speed for some. No disruption, which equates to status quo.
A1. We should not assume the newest instructional initiative=acceleration. New doesn't always mean rigorous.
this is the bane of SPED Ts lives. If I had a $ for every PD I did that didn't pertain to my job
Thankfully Look within for expertise before going out https://t.co/X7Z8wROrHI
I am seeing a change away from a one shot PD to a long-term relationship with specific focus.
A2: Culture has to be developed to get all of the arrows pointing in the right direction. Then movement will be more purposeful.
Yes! Give time for growth and success.
I love that. It's called site-based decision making. ;)
If we could just find that "Time in a Bottle"! We would all be set. https://t.co/dtlHS5N7LX
And we don't necessarily have time to comb through ALL to determine what COULD be meaningful. Need time!
A2-new programs or approaches and TESTING divert attention from the necessary work that we need to do for the whole child
developing people > developing programs
A2. Being content/comfortable. Thinking that there is nothing else to learn/be able to do. Lack of growth, willingness to risk.
- I totally agree with your mentor!
Have to fight DRIP--data rich, information poor
Yep! We're thinking/talking through a number of opportunities in my district now & your book helps!
A2: The notion of "it's the way that we've always done it"
And it may require a school wide focus by the PLC - admin, teachers and students.
Any activity for which we have not asked, "why," and for which we do not measure impact are vulnerable https://t.co/iAn9DZOVNq
Q1: We often engage in activities that only give the appearance of accelerating. Identify these. https://t.co/tKQmaCdK16
"But that's the culture of how we do it here" - I'm new this year to my school and I hear that once a week. I ask - Why?
A2: Depends on size of organization, change requires space and time, must create the space and give the time.
A2: the few, the proud, the "we've always done it this way" crew...they won't change and admins fear making them upset.
A2: support, time, mindset, attitude, resources, lack of collaboration
sometimes that is a top down problem too-your school has $ for tech-spend it or lose it!
RTQ2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/ynehetuFF4
A2: Establishing the "Why" and communicating in ways that Ts can buy in
RTQ2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/UqUojlqaYm
A2: We need to take the time to reflect and analyze what is most important for true growth https://t.co/SrZEFyZMew
Q2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/pIGsWsQFIE
A1. We have what I call a "bandwagon phenomenon" in education. We are so desperate for solutions that we try to do it ALL!
A2: Sometimes it's just a lack of understanding of why the change will improve - make sure your why is aligned with your purpose
A2: This happens when the leader really doesn't know or understand where they are going or want to go.
A2: the mindsets of Educators and community to understand what acceleration is... It's moving at the pace needed not faster!
A2: "it's always worked for ME and I'm sticking with it." Is it what's best for students, though??
A2-lack of communication about goal & timeline-also knowing direction & speed may change
A2) We become our biggest obstacles. Executing ideas and seeing them through (fidelity) is a huge challenge for many leaders.
A2 Hard to accelerate if we focus all attention on the average or wait for everyone to get on board https://t.co/kdvOwXL0kl
Q2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/pIGsWsQFIE
Agree. All learners, Ts & Ss, need different and specific. Let Ts have a say in their PD. https://t.co/wJsj10ZLn1
A1: one size fits all standardized PD, Ts are like students, on many levels need to differentiate
A2 now allowing enough time for initiatives to fully develop and take place
A2: naysayers. Climate. "We've never done it that way before "
And follow-through/up w/ Ts too. We try to use my IFF process: Introduce, Facilitate, Follow-up.
Yes Katie. Why, how, and then, what. https://t.co/8zwX50wypp
A1: Piling on more resources & programs without fundamentally changing how we create learning experiences.
TTWWADI can be quite the beast to overcome. https://t.co/SMRJjkjAVE
A2: biggest obstacle is status quo. "how we've always done it"
All meetings should provide opportunity for professional growth https://t.co/gmms1Mb92Z
A1: Having meetings for documentation and not for purpose. Using but not utilizing the data.
A2 - T buy-in and time to practice before unleashing on Ss. Making authentic acceleration a culture not a dream
Yes! Complacency is an engagement and culture killer! https://t.co/xyEvW1PChd
A2: Cruise control! Comfort in the just right speed for some. No disruption, which equates to status quo.
A2: Ensuring everyone understands the reason for the change in the first place! - Start with the Why!
Even in curriculum development we identify mission/vision/values to drive the work we do. Work must align or we don't do it.
A2: Mindset and outside pressures/external agendas
A2 Time. And the feeling of not having enough time creates resistance.
A1: staff meetings that could have been an e- mail
A2: comfort blocks risk. I would never say lazy because even "bad teachers" work hard. Nature of the gig.
A2: You don't want to be left behind... so you jump at every opportunity... & then you are mediocre at a lot, great at nothing.
A2 conformity hinders the shift; often ppl don't want to make waves & be wrong or worse ridiculed/mocked for their attempt
A2 Fear, Lack of Trust, and not understanding the why.
A2. Leaders who want everyone to like them
A2: Culture has an overall mindset, and if it doesn't consist of people ready to grow, the GPS will never route us correctly.
A2: TTWIADI: that's the way I've always done it. In a year or two, what you've "always done" becomes antiquated as changes come
A2: In order for the ship to be steered together on clear course, shared leadership must be authentic. https://t.co/nQnC6217k7
Q2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/pIGsWsQFIE
A1. And often what we do w/ intention of accelerating teaching and learning weighs us down. We have to FOCUS & SIMPLIFY.
Implementation with continued support always seems to be a challenge too- if support not continuous plans fail
A2b would say, the saboteurs over ruling trailblazers
knowing why looking at data increases manageability: the goal. Sometimes data shared w/? "What do you see?"
TIME...either we wanted it done yesterday or we are ready to move onto the next one tomorrow.
Ts need to have some choice about the tech and able to access it to try without so much red tape!
The lack of stickwithitness in education is often the barrier. We often lack discipline.
Hi Sean, great to have you here!
A2: Perceiving failure or struggle w/new moves as a sign of weakness. Lean into the discomfort & grow. https://t.co/CtwwPIPjgR
RTQ2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/ynehetuFF4
A2 Leaders need to create a sense of urgency in order to create and drive a culture of change.
A2: We need a growth mindset but we also need a learning mindset. Non-negotiable. Always have to be learning.
I know I am guilty of this - need to use this as a constant filter in how I run a meeting.
A2: School culture- positive/team mentality= empowered. Negative/compliant culture=threatened, resistant https://t.co/4zqzxUCHfh
Q2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/pIGsWsQFIE
learning experiences that are personalized and meaningful for both tchrs and stds
A2 What is the focus? Test scores or learning, then don't say learning and focus on test scores. Its always learning.
A2)Fear of the unknown, failure, & change. It is the As job to build culture of trust to push progress.
We fill up our plates w/o removing anything-like going to a buffet for the first time and throwing everything on!
At some point, mindsets that are driving societal shifts, bleed into education. Awareness is paramount for a shift… (1/2)
Which is the difference between an awareness pivot or just being a buoy pushed around by the swells… (2/2)
Oh for sure. One of the biggest lies is education is "buy in." Yes it's important, but can't wait for all.
A2- External pressures, lack of growth mindset.
Could not agree more. Have to develop the culture to overcome this. https://t.co/c9oyFFBT7e
Jim Bentley saying hi.
A2: Culture eats change for breakfast. "We don't do it that way" attitude=toxic. https://t.co/a0Xiietymu
Q2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/pIGsWsQFIE
A2: Our habits run deep, and paving a new road is no easy process. We must lead into the unknown! https://t.co/al3ZAPLVyp
Q2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/pIGsWsQFIE
A2: current culture. Burn-out. Plates over-flowing but nothing is ever taken off.
And that sometimes your change notifies them that the way they have been doing it is wrong.
Repetitive but we've always done it this way & why change - look at my students test scores. Drives me insane!
A2 Feeling we know what we need to do and what the next step is, but how to start the momentum is lacking.
But quickly connect it explicitly to the what and how. Golden Circle. https://t.co/ZYdC73HJ5N
A2: Ensuring everyone understands the reason for the change in the first place! - Start with the Why!
A2) If talking the talk, gotta walk the walk, say what you mean, mean what you say
A2: 2 things come to mind, "We've always done it that way" and people feeling that there is too much change too quickly
A2. Implementing a change without a plan/needs-assessment analysis. Organizational constraints/mandates/fear of risk-taking
success stories like the many we are having have to be fully understood and visible!
And that may be okay - but we have to make it clear that it is.
A2: mandating or incorporating too many changes at once, which waters down effectiveness of new initiatives. FOCUS! (Schmoker)
A2: The Master Schedule is "our master" and staffing quotas act as a parking brake. Acceleration happens outside of tradition.
A2: "What do you mean, change? I don't want to learn anything new!" - If we model this, what does that say to our Ss?
Yes - especially if we like shiny objects or if OUR leader shifts focus routinely. https://t.co/dSjz5sXgxy
A2) We become our biggest obstacles. Executing ideas and seeing them through (fidelity) is a huge challenge for many leaders.
PD becomes a disrespectful waste of time when it does not challenge & help all learners grow
A2: Fear, lack of , knowing the how but not truly understanding the WHY
exactly- initiative hopping! Or the opposite- adding initiatives because they are trendy, not being strategic
Love that circle in how I plan!
Looking at failure as a negative instead of an opportunity to grow! Try, learn, fail,
Try again! https://t.co/SkzaKvHJaa
A2: "it's always worked for ME and I'm sticking with it." Is it what's best for students, though??
Yes!How many of the tribe can tell multiple stories of intentions for Ss ruined by the lack of the why? https://t.co/Zv8t9UvICp
A2: Ensuring everyone understands the reason for the change in the first place! - Start with the Why!
this is key-what habits have we & system internalized if not addressed we are doomed to fail https://t.co/iLBLYTtvX3
A2: Our habits run deep, and paving a new road is no easy process. We must lead into the unknown! https://t.co/al3ZAPLVyp
Q2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/pIGsWsQFIE
A2: too many new initiatives and not enough time to implement before moving to the "next best thing"
- Ya, I wasn't expecting that, but I'm glad I could contribute something worth-while https://t.co/8rlShMHLea
Dude, your tweet went viral last week!
The WHY is critical https://t.co/UGwyMOHum6
A2: Fear, lack of , knowing the how but not truly understanding the WHY
A2: Hard for teachers to create something they don't experience. Can't mandate teachers to create innovative learning for kids
Intentionality. Great word. https://t.co/TO4fglcQmv
Intentionality is HUGE! Sometimes it takes multiple mtgs to get the job done, but walk away w/ action!
A2 we must find ways to innovate within our boxes and stop using time etc for an excuse
A2: the fear of breaking the routine. Ts willing to change styles just as long as it doesn't interfere with their time.
A2: Fear of failure. Risk adverse school culture. Group think.
To simplistic - I should have said LEARNING FOR ALL. It just got much harder.
I think also finding the things that we want to continue and build the change with that as an anchor.
Agree! Choose something & try it out. If it isn't good for kids, throw it out. Repeat. https://t.co/E6oIv46YqN
A1. We have what I call a "bandwagon phenomenon" in education. We are so desperate for solutions that we try to do it ALL!
Q3 Coming up in 1 minute...
A1. We engage in ideas because they sound interesting w/o thoroughly investigating them or abandon them b/c we lack discipline.
A2: Allowing ourselves to be publicly vulnerable is sign of strength if we grow together w/new moves. https://t.co/CtwwPIPjgR
RTQ2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/ynehetuFF4
A2: Moving forward w/o purpose or a goal in mind. Not reflecting on what our Ss, Ts, and Ps need...
We need to build in much needed reflection time - sometimes hard to remember https://t.co/raQRBElnCF
A2: mandating or incorporating too many changes at once, which waters down effectiveness of new initiatives. FOCUS! (Schmoker)
love this! Teacher fears in a nutshell.
A2: limited by by-in of staff and quality of roll out! Often limited by quality of past initiatives and how they went
A2:Ts need time to process and make sense of new initiatives. They need to ensure quality & feel comfortable to implement to ss
we must do ourselves what we want our students to be about. Reflection, analysis, and growth.
Gotta go Awesome chat. Teachers are awesome:)
A1: Jumping into new initiatives without tchr PD or buy-in just to use jargon imitates progress, but w/out fidelity
agreed! Especially when often times these initiatives counteract each other. Pulling Ts in different directions=stress!
agree-we can only provide opportunities to see how they need to change-takes time & solid coaching https://t.co/8PyCXz6ddC
A2: Hard for teachers to create something they don't experience. Can't mandate teachers to create innovative learning for kids
A2) Lack of patience can keep us from clearing that 1st hurdle. Changing takes time, especially in schools w/sustained success.
Sometimes we just have to get started and support our Ts along the way...otherwise we may never begin... https://t.co/m42Yl2VGLd
A2 Hard to accelerate if we focus all attention on the average or wait for everyone to get on board https://t.co/kdvOwXL0kl
Q2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/pIGsWsQFIE
Those that lead out often take the biggest risks because they go against the SQ- people afraid to lead
Q3: Accel. involves risk. Communicating "the why" is crucial, but what other communication is key? https://t.co/crPLl07tFS
Q3: Accel. involves risk. Communicating "the why" is crucial, but what other communication is key? https://t.co/DfnBx4H5vp
Great to see you here James!
The "next thing" problem leads to Ts not believing there is a long term commitment to anything. https://t.co/E7MbuykLcX
A2: You don't want to be left behind... so you jump at every opportunity... & then you are mediocre at a lot, great at nothing.
And understanding that even if we know the next step, we need to hold back at times and work through with our staff.
Heaven forbid an educator be asked to keep LEARNING! Change requires TIME! https://t.co/EjERirTZTM
A2: the fear of breaking the routine. Ts willing to change styles just as long as it doesn't interfere with their time.
or even the status quo of " its not in your job description"
A2 Being in too much of a hurry and losing sight of the importance of a good foundation.
Snaps. Snaps. Snaps. YES! Walk the talk.
Hi my tribe! Coming in a tad late to the party but excited to be here!🎉
A2: Leading something different puts us in a vulnerable place. Have the courage to step out & lead! https://t.co/ffF922kRfD
A3: Communicating the "how" is HUGE. We need to know the leader has a plan for getting us there.
Agreed, don't change too many things at once - try to limit variables in your change process
We’re excited that you’re here!
agree! Some Ts will forge ahead and then others will realize they need to catch up! https://t.co/9oEAnfk4zr
Oh for sure. One of the biggest lies is education is "buy in." Yes it's important, but can't wait for all.
Yes! Creates resistance to change, b/c another change is around corner. Creates mentalitywhy invest? https://t.co/NbmxuQ0MLv
A2: too many new initiatives and not enough time to implement before moving to the "next best thing"
A2 There is inherent resistance to change, especially for those satisfied and don't want to leave their comfort zones.
A2) Boom!!! Great resources include , Carol Dweck. https://t.co/Lws6d65Hzj
A2: We need a growth mindset but we also need a learning mindset. Non-negotiable. Always have to be learning.
A3 that this is a marathon not a sprint-create realistic timelines & be ready to change
A2) Yes. Can't wait for consensus. That shifts power to just a few. Will of the group must prevail. https://t.co/yxCYZkAXfD
Oh for sure. One of the biggest lies is education is "buy in." Yes it's important, but can't wait for all.
A3. Communication on how/why to improve, communication around share leadership, celebrations and discussions around growth.
Makes me think of QFT: focus on the Question more to get the answers we need.
A3. The "how could we do this" and the "how do we know we are being successful" equally important https://t.co/ZQ7wfeoH6F
Q3: Accel. involves risk. Communicating "the why" is crucial, but what other communication is key? https://t.co/crPLl07tFS
A3: Not only do we have to communicate the why, but also important is the WHAT and the HOW. https://t.co/zYX6PtLHID
Urgency important to change but urgency bounded with clarity and support--otherwise frenetics break out. https://t.co/3lg6koLZAu
A2 Leaders need to create a sense of urgency in order to create and drive a culture of change.
A3 Timeline, follow up methods, dates for reflection as a team, monitoring
, shared the idea of for Ts. I'm thinking Fac Mtg time https://t.co/UhiKpOb20Z
A2) Implementation time is always one of our greatest challenges. But that's where creativity with use of time comes in.
A3: The how. The when. The who. The what. The where.
Yes - we have to have the mindset of "this is what we do" instead of "why do we have to do this"
A1. B/c learning is on a tight timetable(testing,accountability)we don't have the luxury of taking time to be more strategic
Great to see you here Jim!
A3)I think also communicating the "how" along with the "why" and to what end--that's called vision.
A3 One to one conversations about where people are, worries, ideas, what is next.
A3: the why is important, allowing people to authentically define, discover, and create the HOW with proper support is essential!
A3: Communicating a growth mindset and trust in the team is key. Ldrs must create the conditions for acceleration.
A2- Mindset. The ability to accept change/growth is needed and the courage to move forward with it. https://t.co/DRN8c0aR8G
A2: Schools are like 18-wheelers. They're just so big that they must take wide turns and they take a while to gain speed.
A2: If school leaders are first willing to take a risk and break out of past practice prison, teachers will follow.
A3 If we want students/staff to take risks, we should model & share both the successes and the failures. https://t.co/ad0f1dgexI
Q3: Accel. involves risk. Communicating "the why" is crucial, but what other communication is key? https://t.co/DfnBx4H5vp
Show them, support them cycle. Can Ts trust that if they accelerate we will continue their growth? https://t.co/WiN5bbhJ7k
A2: Hard for teachers to create something they don't experience. Can't mandate teachers to create innovative learning for kids
A3: it needs to be communicated that it is ok to risk and fail as long as you look to learn and grow from that experience
A3: the how and who. How: so people see the method. Who: so they see everyone is on board and who they can turn to for help!
A2: working in silos is the biggest barrier. Alone we make great things, Joining our forces makes greater & faster change
A2: Most will tell you TIME is the obstacle, but T's need to not feel so rushed. Leaders need to model efficiency & calm
A3: encouragement and love. Find something they do well, compliment and build upon.
A3. How, when, by whom, to whom, expected outcome, did we successfully implement change, how do we know, etc
A3: The HOW. Ts need to see how it looks in a real classroom - give them opportunities & time to observe, then collaborate.
I like thinking- Ppl should leave meetings inspired to be/do better
A3 Leaders should communicate successes along the way and create celebrations for even small milestones https://t.co/jM7Ig8ecIM
Q3: Accel. involves risk. Communicating "the why" is crucial, but what other communication is key? https://t.co/crPLl07tFS
A3: Communication that radiates positivity, empathy, acceptance, innovation, support, & that we're all in the arena TOGETHER!
A2) Good resources: Jim Collins, John Kotter, https://t.co/ikdk9RHwbI
A2 Leaders need to create a sense of urgency in order to create and drive a culture of change.
A3: The "how" is important to help those less risky take that first step. After that, constructive encouragement is essential
A weakness of mine: I get passionate and try to take on too much. Luckily Ts remind me "time to reflect"
A3: Pre-talk. Crucial to find buy-in before implementing
and providing them with proper safe and strong support for the HOW is essential!
A3: So important that leaders communicate that risk is encouraged & celebrated even if the outcome is "a learning experience"
A3: Transparency and open conversation throughout the entire process - build trust and honesty to move all in the same direction
So true! https://t.co/PmK2sNiS3Y
A2: Schools are like 18-wheelers. They're just so big that they must take wide turns and they take a while to gain speed.
Thank you for saying this! It can't be said enough!
A3 ensuring all voices have been heard i.e student voice, parent voice, teach voice, b4 major decision-making. All involved
A3: you must be as detailed in how you will implement change as possible. Purpose. Timeframes. End-goals must be communicated.
A3: Knowing why is imperative, & it should be followed by: it's best for Ss, but a common "how" is needed too.
A3: Communicating the potential barriers and identifying how/why to move through/around them.
The how, how do I use this, implement, etc. When? Is there a time line or a goal?
That means being open to failure/criticism--that's not a bad thing https://t.co/ig7rwnBcjp
A2) Boom!!! Great resources include , Carol Dweck. https://t.co/Lws6d65Hzj
A2: We need a growth mindset but we also need a learning mindset. Non-negotiable. Always have to be learning.
A3 Show benefits gained when other groups put the change into place. :Point to the light at the end of the tunnel.
A3: Communicate the How! What steps will be followed, how will feedback be gather, how Ts are held accountable?
A3: Constant communication & collaboration about student need. Direct everything back to the needs of Ss
A3 Communicating the impact and celebrating the results!
Randy that is a great analogy. And in education there is a lot happening on the road right now.
We have to work in a climate of trust & gracious space in order to move forward. We need to be mindful of this
A3: How will this impact me? My instruction? My time? What are the expectations?
I agree! Also, it is imperative as a leader to roll up your sleeves & model HOW to implement the plan.
Agree. Change is hard, but our decisions have to be based on what is best for kids? https://t.co/9Xtx2Q4Md1
A2: biggest obstacle is status quo. "how we've always done it"
A3 Taking time to celebrate small steps and accomplishments.
A2: Complacency is the devil! Easy to get comfortable in our bubble & chose safety over growth. https://t.co/rFMqlib04t
RTQ2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/ynehetuFF4
I worked at NASA and was an aspiring TV meteorologist... Great connecting!
All organizations have boundaries. When we look to accelerate past boundaries in search of growth…w/o building capacity-it fails
Absolutely! Need the roadmap so everyone gets going in the same direction! https://t.co/2scHGJtgBj
A3: Communicating the "how" is HUGE. We need to know the leader has a plan for getting us there.
Hate to go, but Mom's Taxi won't drive itself! Have a wonderful Saturday! TY for accelerating my learning today!
I like that Lisa, slowing down to reflect allows faster and more productive acceleration
A3: rewarding and highlighting the risk taking. Rebranding success.
A3: communicating Why & How is necessaryt, but more important is modeling both & listening/learning from others on the journey
A3 collaborating to figure out how we will make the why happen . Transparency!
Great ways to accelerate growth! https://t.co/IqnhseIm8Z
A3. Communication on how/why to improve, communication around share leadership, celebrations and discussions around growth.
RTQ3: Accel. involves risk. Communicating "the why" is crucial, but what other communication is key? https://t.co/UpJMbmH5qg
A3: We need permission to try something risky and know we will be encouraged to try again if we fail! https://t.co/DCaVVdOs8x
A3: Communicate confidence. Communicate support. Communicate encouragement.
When our work is at the mercy of testing, test scores, and value added measures we rush instructional decision making
A3 Communicating support. We're all in this together, it's okay to fail, I'm here for you
A3-Describing what realistic expectations are--short term esp. Ppl want to know what 1st steps are. https://t.co/OLr8iXDPtL
Q3: Accel. involves risk. Communicating "the why" is crucial, but what other communication is key? https://t.co/crPLl07tFS
A3failure does not= abandonment-learning opportunities provide course correction towards long term goal https://t.co/JvGFXa5xgP
Q3: Accel. involves risk. Communicating "the why" is crucial, but what other communication is key? https://t.co/DfnBx4H5vp
A3) when communicating the "why", we must include the reason for the sense of urgency (Kotter), and it can't be artificial.
A3 Communicating how the various activities we engage in connects to the overall vision of improving of improving lrng for Ss
A3: Involving Ts! Utilize their leaderskip skills w/other Ts!
A3: Have to collaboratively develop vision, values, & goals as well. Why, eye, how, now. Why alone not enough.
I like the "safe and strong". Just like we would for students.
A3:communicating feedback when risks are taken.The sound of crickets can be debilitating and create a hesitation to risk again.
A3 Leaders need a vision of the successful conclusion of major goal or initiative. Then let others choose path to get there.
A3: the leaders MUST show that they are all in and believe in the proposed change(s), that it's not another "mandate".
Defining Why & how is important. Flexibility is key also. Sometimes the best laid plans fail & it's ok https://t.co/JIXz99OKXW
A3) Accelerate: How we leverage the strengths AND the shortcomings. Asking "what if" instead of "if only."
Risk not only encouraged but innovation nurtured
A3) Manage expectations. More than likely you won't find THE antidote to all your ills. Better is better.
don't think ppl are afraid to lead;if they feel their surroundings arent safe they won't reach their potential
A3: As need to provide transparency for a school to accelerate. Can't leave those implementing in the dark. Strong relations!
I've seen initiatives failed in lack of buy-in caused by lack of understanding - that's leadership!
I will be writing a blog entry around transforming cultures into Teachers Keadeing Teachers.
Agree, & ldrs need to create the conditions for developing a growth mindset. Takes practice to change. https://t.co/9F2shIZGzq
A3: Communicating a growth mindset and trust in the team is key. Ldrs must create the conditions for acceleration.
A3: communicate the importance of Mindset. Make yourself a visible learner with a goal.
A3 Supporting learners through choices of HOW to show learning & knowing when they have learned it https://t.co/beum3uduUj
Q3: Accel. involves risk. Communicating "the why" is crucial, but what other communication is key? https://t.co/DfnBx4H5vp
I would add the word purposeful to that sense of urgency.
A3.2: Admit mistake/celebrate failures during change, be willing to change direction when needed - if the horse dies, dismount!!
Celebrating small wins encourages more risk taking
A3: Seek out opportunities to celebrate what is going right and communicate that fanatically!
Transparency is a word used a LOT w/my colleagues when we work w/Ts.
A3: Consistent updates on the process and progress. Communicate new learning and successes https://t.co/1zTtLp2n8G
A3 Leaders should communicate successes along the way and create celebrations for even small milestones https://t.co/jM7Ig8ecIM
Q3: Accel. involves risk. Communicating "the why" is crucial, but what other communication is key? https://t.co/crPLl07tFS
Agree, Valerie. Providing that roadmap is key during planning and implementation
Welcome to the party! Great to see you today Marlena.
I agree - I can't say I am anywhere close to that...yet. I need to keep that in mind!
A3: Have to be careful the "why" doesn't come across as directive. Ts/Admin need reassurance to try. https://t.co/pVR1QailYk
Q3: Accel. involves risk. Communicating "the why" is crucial, but what other communication is key? https://t.co/DfnBx4H5vp
It's always good to have additional campus-based assessments so the data can be triangulated https://t.co/iDcnFowYjE
When our work is at the mercy of testing, test scores, and value added measures we rush instructional decision making
A3: "Take risks. Be an individual. Have courage."
You are doing this to accelerate learning for your Ss! https://t.co/yG5QOa0VfI
A3: Hearing what the risk-taker says and allowing SOME shred of it to come to fruition rather than blowing the whole deal off.
A3: celebrate progresses as they're made along the way...sustain momentum...maintain growth mindset. You don't arrive overnight!
A3. We must master the art of communicating the why, what and how and creating a sense of urgency to inspire action
PLC's are great but for true culture change must focus on behavior and practice change.
A3-Transparency is key at all points. Be open about barriers, the why, risks. Also celebrate successes! Truly can accelerate!
didn't have a change to welcome you yet! Great to have you with the tribe this morning at
think assumption Ts don't come with skills to "PD" are issue-Learning to me implies a 2-way discussion https://t.co/WMRBIDn8hh
Aren't we underdeveloped if we need more learning? I agree we need more learning but is it off the mark? https://t.co/NVIclUKbwG
Couldn't miss another week!
And it is so important to be fair. It is easy to focus on the easy adopters as favorites. https://t.co/HnrqUSc5kZ
We have to work in a climate of trust & gracious space in order to move forward. We need to be mindful of this
A3-the why must be consistently referenced so it is never lost in decision making along with celebrating progress
A2:I would add "and we believe it works" even in the face of contrary evidence. https://t.co/TwGYK5ygm2
A2: biggest obstacle is status quo. "how we've always done it"
A3 - Explining the how's and whats. regardless of tech/speed of innovation, people are still people. https://t.co/THkZOMXbSj
Have to be brave enough as a LEADER to encourage toxic folks to move on....another school
How many "things" like this can we count up? I can come up w/a long list myself!
A3: shares that you start with the Why but then have to explain the How followed by the What.
A3: a look at what this could look like in the future, but also a "Try Tomorrow"
Agreed, your why should be motivation, not a mandate!!
Yes! Better when we determine our WHY together. All voices represented in a PLC
YES! Love the what if........
- And if things go downhill, it can go real fast if you don't hit the breaks early.
Definitely agree. Love the spin.
A3: LISTENING is another key; we need to hear what the fears are so we can conquer them
How do you feel about semis turning into your lane, blocking your progress? Skilled drivers do better! https://t.co/t38HyZ9PwF
A2: Schools are like 18-wheelers. They're just so big that they must take wide turns and they take a while to gain speed.
A3. We have to master the art of getting others to believe things in our schools happen because of us not in spite of us!
agreed, I think the fear of failing is bigger than the fear of risk-taking
A3 - Must be ongoing , collaborative , transparent and involve time for reflection
is one of favorite chats! Make a point to be here when I can. (It goes well with Saturday coffee) https://t.co/fSBLmkIeBn
didn't have a change to welcome you yet! Great to have you with the tribe this morning at
A2: Fear, time, lack of support or motivation. PURPOSEFUL Change is necessary and great! https://t.co/BXmMxQkas4
RTQ2: Shifting toward acceleration requires a change in direction/rate. What are the inhibiting factors? https://t.co/UqUojlqaYm
A3: We also need to communicate the process in how we will monitor the effectiveness - show me the data!
Situational Awareness and need to identify whether change is adaptive or technical. https://t.co/RSwbdlQCnB
A3: Have to be careful the "why" doesn't come across as directive. Ts/Admin need reassurance to try. https://t.co/pVR1QailYk
Q3: Accel. involves risk. Communicating "the why" is crucial, but what other communication is key? https://t.co/DfnBx4H5vp
A3 we must realize we arent the only leaders;we must foster teacher's talent/skills/leadership the same as we do w/ our students
So true. Ps need to think differently about use of time,tech,+teaching/leading. Modeling builds trust/ https://t.co/5TZ6Uk0gMN
A2: If school leaders are first willing to take a risk and break out of past practice prison, teachers will follow.
A3: Also need to communicate trust in word and action at every step
yes we suffer from believing that because it was said once that everyone heard it. Repeat repeat repeat.
Amen! Leading requires courage!
exactly! It's a subtle distinction that great ldrs understand & managers don't.
A3: Change can happen when leadership provides a "why", encourages risk taking, & provides feedback and continuous support.
Q4 Coming up in 1 minute...
Sorry to be late to the party. Taking daughter to gymnastics. Matt, k-5 Art, TX
A3: We can lead if we have built TRUST, and we communicate small, manageable steps T's can take toward positive change.
good morning Dr.! Welcome to the tribe today at . So great to connect with you as always.
I had a student ask me that last week! Great question! Took the time to answer. https://t.co/IKgzpuUowM
Defining Why & how is important. Flexibility is key also. Sometimes the best laid plans fail & it's ok https://t.co/JIXz99OKXW
It kills me how many were good for Ss! Then acceleration is set back thanks to the “Not again” factor https://t.co/a25EzidqyH
How many "things" like this can we count up? I can come up w/a long list myself!
Look who else is here! My morning keeps betting better!
Great analogy
CC: https://t.co/fMoXgyxPwl
A2: Schools are like 18-wheelers. They're just so big that they must take wide turns and they take a while to gain speed.
Any acceleration needs to be a team effort. Collaborative movement forward is key. Empowerment thru collective "why"
Q4: Building urgency can lead to acceleration. How do you build this beyond just modeling it? https://t.co/ZCVt19yjoD
We are so much better leveraging our collective strength. Then the "why" can really take root to affect change.
We live in a time of extreme ‘noise’ in the system…being very deliberate in why, how, what we accelerate cuts through turbulence
Morning Rosa! Great to see you here!
A3: Celebrate our successes - big & small. We need to remember to take the time to acknowledge our amazing communities!
and let's add "transparency" to the formula. If we know the "why" we also need to address the "how"
Trying to catch up... grades/HS/College-- convo is bigger than one school/or dist.
Allowing teachers to own campus initiatives improves campus climate and fosters growth mindset https://t.co/qi13k8068R
as long as the data is shared completely & openly and has true analysis. Don't pull out just what you want to see!
🎉Woohoo!!!!! Excited! I've been a busy momma!
A4. You have to live it. You have to put in the work that shows why it's urgent & how we work collaboratively to succeed.
Tired test scores limit my kids. Didnt score x= cant part. in program a, especially when test isnt DESIGNED for this purpose.
Great point! Ear to the ground so conquer fears head on!
Trust is vital in moving forward with change... https://t.co/HGYR2THMGY
A3: We can lead if we have built TRUST, and we communicate small, manageable steps T's can take toward positive change.
Beautiful! Have so much fun!
A4: Data doesn't lie- show the data!
Agree Amy.Also allows for different perspectives on solutions to remove barriers, so that our team will move forward
urgency is always supported by data. What does the data tell you? Data beyond state assessments https://t.co/WkWpZBDEje
Q4: Building urgency can lead to acceleration. How do you build this beyond just modeling it? https://t.co/ZCVt19yjoD
A4: Besides modeling, providing evidence to back up the movement.
A3. We have be conscientious of how we allow autonomy, mastery, & purpose to help others reach their professional goals.
Agreed. Focus. https://t.co/y4LXS03JOy
We live in a time of extreme ‘noise’ in the system…being very deliberate in why, how, what we accelerate cuts through turbulence
This is true! Ts can create high quality systms when able 2-how can schools w/diff T capacity get there? https://t.co/UeHiIiHW3G
Yes! This fosters trust, strengthens our community, and allows us to move forward
Urgency important and developing the shared leadership as well. Shared urgency???
A4: Building time for empathy experiences, such as the - it clarifies the need!
A4 I struggle with this! Help me out friends.
Yes! Those different perspectives will help change to happen for all! Better together!
A4. Be transparent, be willing to share leadership, look to support others expertise. A one person show will not get it done.
A3) Communicating that there will be mistakes made and that it will be ok. We will not take risks if we are afraid of failure.
A4 identify your "team" who are those that can make this happen & spread it-key players onboard lead to smoother acceleration
🎯District ldrs often think they are sharing when most times they are telling/demanding. Have to change that!
A4)By incorporating waypoints along the way as well as time for reflection. Always looking for ways to fine tune.
- The good thing is that, when driven right, the semi delivers the goods! https://t.co/vM2T1GoWdw
How do you feel about semis turning into your lane, blocking your progress? Skilled drivers do better! https://t.co/t38HyZ9PwF
A2: Schools are like 18-wheelers. They're just so big that they must take wide turns and they take a while to gain speed.
Yes, others we are spinning our wheels being busy instead of productive
A4: Our kids do not have time for us to think without acting. I say this daily. We must always be moving forward.
Good Morning everyone! ! Sorry I am late. Who has the questions?
If we can’t see how the future of work is creating urgency…then we are not seeing that societal shifts are reframing our world
A4: "roll up your sleeves and dig in" (ex. start collaborating on writing assessments together)
A4 Leaders need to give agency and ownership to others to move beyond the 'why'.
A3: Have to show where new moves merge & integrate. The "one more thing" feeling kills forward momentum.
A4: Urgency without panic delicate balance, use data to see a need & show that there has to be a change or nothing will change!
Yes! Ts and Ps want to do best for kids. All playing the game by the rules but the payoff is changing https://t.co/g3hUPLbO6E
Trying to catch up... grades/HS/College-- convo is bigger than one school/or dist.
Amen to that - we can't use it to subvert!
If more admins took this challenge, there'd be some new perspective https://t.co/ddQKudpy12
A4: Building time for empathy experiences, such as the - it clarifies the need!
A4: Providing TIME to plan, collaborate, assess & revise so we are always working to improve our practices.
Gotta run friends! Love the conversation this morning!
Yes,use the PLC 2 explicitly identify what needs 2 change & practice,get fdbkk,then practice some more. https://t.co/gqGjN8Xs6Z
PLC's are great but for true culture change must focus on behavior and practice change.
Have fun dude! Glad you could jump in this morning!
A4 Urgency is created by time, a deadline. Give a time line with checkpoints along the way.
A4: The right data points, a mix of qualitative and quantitative data points, along with the words of the P and Ts of school.
And that requires a "constancy of purpose" from leadership. So simple & yet so difficult. Think: dieting.
A4. Building urgency is a necessary task to create a catalyst for change. Redundant inoculation of the issue and action needed
A4 building urgency means facing the hard truth. Look at student data -academic & behavior/ who are we NOT serving?all students?
A4: A laser focus on the purpose & the right work & directing everything back 2 that creates a "not a moment to waste" culture
Joining very late - Dan, Instructional Coach from CT!
A4: set goals WITH due dates and action items w/ who is responsible
data doesn't lie. When evidence reveals a great need, the moral imperative for change becomes clear https://t.co/S60Kur4qa1
Q4: Building urgency can lead to acceleration. How do you build this beyond just modeling it? https://t.co/ZCVt19yjoD
A4: Help it emerge through dialogue with Ts and Ss. Identifying need collaboratively Spurs action
A4: Urgency doesn't mean chaos or panic mode; it means we waste no time; we learn, we keep kids at the heart of all we do.
A4 provide data for everyone to see.
A4: Love to use this quote in meetings "If you don't like change, you will like irrelevance even less"
so true, it has to be such a part of you that they can't help but buy in!!
RTQ4: Building urgency can lead to acceleration. How do you build this beyond just modeling it? https://t.co/BYR0kiz7PC
A4: being available. Discussing and helping lead the process
RTQ4: Building urgency can lead to acceleration. How do you build this beyond just modeling it? https://t.co/ieYm9It5d9
A4: Starts before acceleration. If Ts are a part of team uncovering the need, then they understand the urgency for implementing!
A4. Talking about what happens if we don't move or change with urgency can be powerful and motivating.
A4: urgency is a great catalyst but it shouldn't drive the entire acceleration. Don't do it for need but for the best for Ss!
A4) Set the tone & pace for active learning, Ss take cues from T behavior, let them know what we're learning is important
A4: You need 2 get to the "lead teachers" -the 1s that will try anything, they need 2 love it & sell it, others will follow!
Love that! Measure and celebrate even the smallest increments of growth!
Data should be a flashlight not a hammer! It informs the process like in design thinking. https://t.co/24VZxUYRYS
A3: We also need to communicate the process in how we will monitor the effectiveness - show me the data!
A4 for ppl to see urgency it must matter to them; listen to what they see/feel & incorporating it into solution is essential
If the building is on fire, do something. Surely we can smell the smoke!
https://t.co/IORd3Yw2hg
If we can’t see how the future of work is creating urgency…then we are not seeing that societal shifts are reframing our world
There are 0 days until today!
A4: expect it from your school's leaders. The more who believe in it & model it, the greater the buy-in from most or all others
A4: The Lipton and Wellman protocol allows those with little experience in data to challenge assumptions without talking heads.
A4: Frame lots of things in the context of "How will we answer this ? If we don't know why we exist & how we'll get there?"
This clarity is key. Add then "when" to the equation and FOLLOW THROUGH! 🙃 https://t.co/UXU2y1MHKS
A4 Urgency is created by time, a deadline. Give a time line with checkpoints along the way.
A4:Perfect example why sharing your story/vision so important. Urgency will be organic result of growth. https://t.co/gTIOuvYTs1
Q4: Building urgency can lead to acceleration. How do you build this beyond just modeling it? https://t.co/ZCVt19yjoD
A4: True effective urgency is something we put on ourselves. Can we truly build it in others who do not have the mindset for it?
Yes, create a dissonance that results in action and positive outcomes! https://t.co/33EZqQ7uSX
A4: Urgency doesn't mean chaos or panic mode; it means we waste no time; we learn, we keep kids at the heart of all we do.
A4 Find a near-term problem and harm incurred if not fixed soonest. An urgent problem needs urgent action.
A4) Relate back all types of data (test, anecdotal, etc) to vision and mission. "Is this the school you want to be a part of?"
A4.2 Just used this video in a staff meeting and let teachers make connections to education and change https://t.co/MXjb8tq5Lw
A4: One step to build urgency is identifying small steps. Celebrate progress, but keep moving. https://t.co/SWPoLhOr9A
Today’s leaders need more than a constancy of purpose…they need to be able to incorporate ‘around the corner’ thinking.
listening to learn is a valuable skill.
A4)Also have to identify ways to push through obstacles--even if you are the only one pushing.Even a tiny ember can spark a fire
A5: this is a slippery slope. Must explain the why, share info/data & get buyin from key staff. https://t.co/ThxZO6xOoH
Q4: Building urgency can lead to acceleration. How do you build this beyond just modeling it? https://t.co/ZCVt19yjoD
A4 always coming back to the question - are we doing what is in the best interest of our students? Not keeping Ts comfortable
A4: Thnk 'urgency' conveys superficial speed- thnk deeper sense of pers acctblty to Ss and outcomes brngs acceleration we seek.
Love that illustration - and that you linked it to design thinking!
A4: Using the word "data" as a "blanket word," but not truly applying understanding of it only fails Ss..it makes me cringe
Our job is to serve ALL students, mot just a handful. https://t.co/BEbMwGL3VQ
A4 building urgency means facing the hard truth. Look at student data -academic & behavior/ who are we NOT serving?all students?
yes! toxic people can drag an entire school down!
Mary Terry, Academic Coach...was thinking this started at 9 and not 8:30!! Oops!
Learning from failure can breed much more success...and accelerates learning
A4: start with a vision that's built by everyone in the learning community. We all have a voice and a role to play
A4: Just like getting kids to learn. We can show all day long. Some learners need to get involved.
A4: evidence (data) that growth is being made is a key. When growth is made, show it; examine it; celebrate it!
Every second, minute, hour etc. counts https://t.co/lOJpBDI1d4
A4: Urgency doesn't mean chaos or panic mode; it means we waste no time; we learn, we keep kids at the heart of all we do.
This hits the nail on the head!
A4 Your "urgency" dosent necessarily match my needs. Have to comm prim focus and urgency should be based on that.
A4: Follow up to follow through.
I'm always baffled at what we say is impt for learning isn't modeled for educators. How engaging and differentiated is your PD?
A3: other communication needed to accelerate: understanding ur students and community. Learning about their needs and struggles
why stakholders need 2B part of process at start-transparency = more chance to provide feedback & buyin https://t.co/UDLMrvDx5k
exactly! It's a subtle distinction that great ldrs understand & managers don't.
Time used to be on a leaders side…that is no longer the case. The pace and turbulence of change is accelerating.
A4: Find your first follower! Celebrate "brave" moments & steps (not just successes), collaborative reflection & planning.
A4: determine what data needs to be measured, set goals, & thenlook regularly at your progress. Celebrate & learn from the work
We need to face the elephants in the room- Nurture positive school culture for change
A4: IB-MYP: using rubrics, standardization grading w/ colleagues on ALL students, discuss, using data to plan instruction
BAMMM Put this up on the wall. Then find those teachers who do this and build their capacity to lead. https://t.co/9rYeoJuiHd
A4: A laser focus on the purpose & the right work & directing everything back 2 that creates a "not a moment to waste" culture
Yes... Needs of Ss must lead the way... said "Comfortable is the enemy of collaboration." https://t.co/PujlyrPj1c
A1: Change requires a sense of urgency in which the needs of students are elevated over the comfort and convenience of adults.
A4: Urgency is about intention and action. Leading w/urgency is foreseeing struggle and moving forward w/out time wasted.
Dont pull the drapes back to expose the Wizard! https://t.co/rHM7Y8gUMX
I'm always baffled at what we say is impt for learning isn't modeled for educators. How engaging and differentiated is your PD?
Yes, create a movement! Begins with first follower! https://t.co/Few0860TaH
A4: Find your first follower! Celebrate "brave" moments & steps (not just successes), collaborative reflection & planning.
late to the show ~ thank you all for your thinking! kyla from MT, preschool teacher @ jumpstart preschool
All means all. https://t.co/zBakzw4jAt
Our job is to serve ALL students, mot just a handful. https://t.co/BEbMwGL3VQ
A4 building urgency means facing the hard truth. Look at student data -academic & behavior/ who are we NOT serving?all students?
A4: Be purposeful. Focus on our Ss. Provide opportunities for Ts to grow, reflect, & have ownership of positive changes
A4 Look at the data and then have teacher leaders present the change and lead the initiative. https://t.co/BQn8kTkVfw
Q4: Building urgency can lead to acceleration. How do you build this beyond just modeling it? https://t.co/ZCVt19yjoD
Thank you! Please don't wait for me 2 put off the 🔥 burning right in front of you! Do something! https://t.co/buH6gD3L5T
If the building is on fire, do something. Surely we can smell the smoke!
https://t.co/IORd3Yw2hg
If we can’t see how the future of work is creating urgency…then we are not seeing that societal shifts are reframing our world
A4: Urgency is tricky should be our students deserve it. Can't be your job depends on it.
A4- As a leader, rolling up your sleeves and doing the work right alongside T's. TEAMWORK
A4: School leaders and teachers ARE the change that will happen in the world. Those who realize this, exude urgency everyday.
Yes, to add to the plate, we first need to take something off the plate
A4 Urgency can be seen as an emergency & it doesn't need to be. Be deliberate & reflective during implementation. Don't stop.
Talked of pace of change in this book 5 years ago…
Changing Face Of Modern Leadership (full ebook-pdf) https://t.co/CMxoDFaIk2
A4 Encourage leadership & charge others w/that sense of urgency. When their ideas are in play, the urgency becomes real.
A4- Build internal culture tht is outcome focused and not task focused. ID obstacles and remove them fast. LEAD w/urgency daily
Q5 coming up in 1 minute...
so important 2 learn from failure. Other professions use failure reports as a growth opp.
Data lies, tells half-truths, and obfuscates all the time. Used in right ways as one of many tools is important.
Trust is magnificent catalyst and motivator. https://t.co/Y4PY9lcHR6
A4- As a leader, rolling up your sleeves and doing the work right alongside T's. TEAMWORK
Sometimes urgency is simply a matter of FOCUSing. We have to eliminate the distractions. Stop implementing 45 ideas at once.
A4 Understanding urgency is being professionally engaged. If teaching to you is a 9-5 job, your urgency ends when the bell rings
Agree. Our system does not currently value the time educators need that is not in front of S's.
Follow through is so important! https://t.co/eK9oLwoKN2
This clarity is key. Add then "when" to the equation and FOLLOW THROUGH! 🙃 https://t.co/UXU2y1MHKS
A4 Urgency is created by time, a deadline. Give a time line with checkpoints along the way.
A4: Urgency doesn't mean FAST. It means well planned w/ sense of purpose in our profession.
A4) You have to communicate the need. If the need is strong enough, urgency will grow.
Sometimes we gather data & we don't DO something with it - let's use it to celebrate our successes!
Exactly. There is no one else. We're it! Make it count! https://t.co/o5ezJk9MAX
A4: School leaders and teachers ARE the change that will happen in the world. Those who realize this, exude urgency everyday.
school culture is the foundation needed 4success. A healthy SC addresses all opportunity/achiev gaps
Q5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/0R979Vdipp
Q5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/fimwZRPsiF
Absolutely! Urgency vs. emergency! Different. https://t.co/VrT1sCMF9r
A4 Urgency can be seen as an emergency & it doesn't need to be. Be deliberate & reflective during implementation. Don't stop.
🎯Mike drop right here! Everything we do, every decision made should be based on what's best for kids! https://t.co/OgHnX0pCAy
A4: Urgency is tricky should be our students deserve it. Can't be your job depends on it.
Time is no longer on our side…
Full ebook!
The Changing Face Of Modern Leadership (full ebook-pdf) https://t.co/CMxoDFaIk2
A4 Highlight the learning gains our Ss have made. When Ts see this, it will produce an urgent spirit to build on these successes
A4: There has to be agreed upon "urgency". If it's not an identified or prioritized pblm among followers, odds of change go down
I agree w/ you, and I would add that it happens thru lots of small conversations, not 1 & done.
THIS!! https://t.co/LUqcukuTaA
school culture is the foundation needed 4success. A healthy SC addresses all opportunity/achiev gaps
A4: singular focus in your conversations/actions, & taking time maintain/build relationships with others so they feel connected.
Need MUST be universally felt! Not just isolated to what Admin needs. https://t.co/Etq0LHBzri
A4) You have to communicate the need. If the need is strong enough, urgency will grow.
A4 Ask focused, open-ended questions that challenges excuses and support the direction
as long as we use the data w/o manipulating it. Clear intentions w/ data & avoid using as a grenade.
A4: using a school-wide system for looking at every single child, the WHOLE child & not just numbers...evidence of need=urgency
A5: at some point, you as a leader have to make the best decision for students and teachers - that's the urgency!
Good morning, Nathan! Hope your Saturday is off to a great start.
This would be good to modify for Ss and hang in each classsroom, too.
Yes! Make a difference everyday!
A5: I reflect on everything, even if only in my mind, therefore I could not imagine NOT doing it! It drives me forward.
And celebrate them publicly!
Yes! We need everyone's authentic input & that takes time & more that a phone survey. 😳
A5: Rear view mirrors are there for a reason! Can't forget where we have been; it makes us appreciate where we are headed.
What you do with today is what the buzz should be about, not the countdown to days no more...
A5: Movement forward must be rooted w/ evidence and reflection helps guide the process https://t.co/PvZurmm6p5
Q5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/fimwZRPsiF
Accelerating without understanding is reckless. We have to be fully aware of our often limiting mental models…
A5: reflection is needed every step of the way! Before it starts, during planning, during implementing. Accelerate to the goal!
A5: you'd be insane not to reflect on the effectiveness of what you are doing! Reflection helps us refine our processes.
A5 Reflection is looking back and it's always important to look back to see if anyone is following you. https://t.co/8gUEVzY0Cc
Q5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/0R979Vdipp
Oh gosh yes, want the truth so we can support our Ss in the best way possible!
A5: momentum is going forward but you gain momentum and motivation by reflecting on how far you've come. Growth mindset.
Snaps. Snaps. Snaps. By volume, there are so many more brave moments than successes! Great point.
A5: reflection is such a key component, it has to be there. Or no one moves forward.
If we learn best from other educators why do we spend time in PD & at conferences listening to keynotes who aren't educators?
A5. Reflect when data is collected. No long retreats needed,short reflections r OK,but DO stop & think! https://t.co/xjAPLc9MTg
Q5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/0R979Vdipp
I agree - Identify your trailblazers and let them lead the way. https://t.co/9QdhTkAQOG
A4 identify your "team" who are those that can make this happen & spread it-key players onboard lead to smoother acceleration
A5 Reflection needs to be frequent. We need to know we are making progress toward where we want to be. Easy to get off track.
A5: Always reflect on past changes. Changes in schools were never,"what can I do to screw up learning." Learn from past changes.
Not able to this morning bc memorial service. Thanks to all for helping carry me through the months. https://t.co/RShnkpZcJp
A4: Reflect on oppt for growth and create plan of ACTION & reflect & celebrate strengths like a crazy person
Q5 Hatties top rating of formative assessment. Clear targets, reflective response, building forward. Success build Success.
A5: No way to know where you're going if you don't understand where you've been and how you got there in the first place.
A5 Remember to reflect alone and with a team. There will be reflections you never dreamed there could be.
A5 Reflecting and looking back give perspective -- a sense of how far you've come and that greater progress is still possible.
"How" is def key! Autonomy is great-unless admin comes back saying it was done wrong. Define boundaries.
"Importance of Student Engagement" is always presented with a dry lecture and powerpoint to teachers
Well said Teresa! Reflection can happen throughout process, not a specific time
Bingo! We often say we've asked for input when we really haven't & just do bare minimal to "cya".
A5 Progress monitor along the way to ensure success. Reflect to tweak initiative as needs arise. https://t.co/nlk2N63ixA
Q5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/fimwZRPsiF
A5: Reflection is key. We learn from our experiences. As we move forward, we must continually reflect.
A5 Design Thinking and variants (PDSA cycle) place reflection in the process to inform the work.
A5 reflection should be continuous; if we stop questioning if we are doing the right thing--we may be part of/create a problem
A5 if we've done good job from start we've built in checkins-formatives-to guide journey-if not are you on the right path?
A5. In order to move forward you must look back & reflect. You don't have to/shouldn't stay there but you have to learn from it.
A5: reflection is critical in continuing & improving upon what's worked & scrapping what didn't work...know why it didn't work!
A5: you learn from reflection. Through reflecting, assessing, and adjusting you will move forward.
A5: Reflection isn't dwelling in the past, but using it to strengthen planning for the future, & take advantage of the present.
A5: Reflecting on progress is only as good as the planning at the beginning. Did we achieve what we set out to do?
A5: athletes review tape to learn and grow, why wouldn't we reflect in the same way?
A5: Fits in concurrently. When accelerating,have 2 look in rearview/side mirrors 2 check road clear & headed in right direction
A5. Reflection allows for celebration, it motivates for accretion, looking at how far you have come.
Reflection should be embeded in PDs, in PLNs, in ALL meetings. Also in embeded for S in all classes. Crucial 21st Cent skill!
A5) Personal reflection must be throughout (car ride, blogging, etc). Team reflection should be scheduled and intermittent.
RTQ5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/VAll9c0mub
A5: Even though we call it accelerating, looking back lets us know the things that change at a slow rate. like cooking a frog.
A5: reflection lets you know when you need to let up a bit or keep accelerating. Bad thing if the leader gets lost
And learning from failure reqs time not deadlines Align T prof dev thinking to S learning. No deadlines. https://t.co/8q11BNqNlB
Learning from failure can breed much more success...and accelerates learning
A5) Acceleration = moving to an "engineering student success" mindset: reflect & respond to engineer continuous improvement.
This is important! No 1 Person holds the key to all insights! https://t.co/1SF6N7ukYY
A5 Remember to reflect alone and with a team. There will be reflections you never dreamed there could be.
Sometimes mid-lesson.....this isn't working.....adjust on spot.
A5. To keep moving forward you need to know where you've been. Reflection is important in this process. https://t.co/j953WdCzun
Q5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/fimwZRPsiF
Yep. I can't remember the last time I was engaged in a meeting. I have mastered ritual compliance. https://t.co/i6lwfYr6Zi
"Importance of Student Engagement" is always presented with a dry lecture and powerpoint to teachers
Yup,yup,yup.Bring focus back to the Ss.And real learning is uncomfortable for both Ss & Ts.Embrace it. https://t.co/v23GdDnKk9
A4 always coming back to the question - are we doing what is in the best interest of our students? Not keeping Ts comfortable
Gaze forward thru windshield. Glance back thru rear view mirror. Look through a mother's eyes this May! https://t.co/PNyrgslwRj
A5 Reflection is not looking back or stopping forward movement,it is more like taking time to check to map so we don't get lost.
A5 Reflection is necessary to carefully choose our next steps in order to effectively accelerate! https://t.co/c9cvwp5iR9
Q5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/fimwZRPsiF
A5 We want students to reflect on their learning, measure their progress, and make decisions on moving forward. Same for us!
A5- Reflection time of a Plc is critical - what worked well ? What didn't? Now what ? Use data to steer your team
A5: Reflection needs to be practiced frequently. If we wait until the end to reflect, then we might miss what we need to see.
A5: Reflection is part of the process. To move forward we need to remember where we have been & how it has impacted our culture
A5: - Yes https://t.co/Gn85BsTbx5
A5: you learn from reflection. Through reflecting, assessing, and adjusting you will move forward.
A5)We are the sum of our experiences. Every decision/situation we find ourselves prepares us for the next. Reflection is prep.
truth-but im sure many of us have experienced system insanity-big initiatives that barrel on https://t.co/SIH1CucU9N
A5: you'd be insane not to reflect on the effectiveness of what you are doing! Reflection helps us refine our processes.
A5: Looking back helps us to see that we aren't just forward-focused, but allows us to see how far forward we've moved. .
A5 yes https://t.co/xl4HiLBnne
A5 Design Thinking and variants (PDSA cycle) place reflection in the process to inform the work.
agreed, reflections are a key element of revisiting our vision and assessing the learning
A5: Reflection & looking back allows us to steer moving forward in the right direction
A5: One can't happen w/o the other, can't move in the right direction w/o reflection on how our actions are impacting change
I like the idea of blogging/co-blogging! I have been wanting to challenge myself to do this. https://t.co/V9gRIWiSos
A5) Personal reflection must be throughout (car ride, blogging, etc). Team reflection should be scheduled and intermittent.
A5: growth&progress not from actual success/failure, but asking why got result, if taking where you need to go & IF BEST FOR S
Love this! There is value in failure if something is learned. We preach this to Ss but our orgs miss it https://t.co/INp7KI7xJ1
A5: reflection is critical in continuing & improving upon what's worked & scrapping what didn't work...know why it didn't work!
A5: We don't drive forward without checking our rear view mirror. You can learn from the course already traveled.
Absolutely! Build a bridge 🌉, get over it 🏃🏻 and Keep it moving! https://t.co/HNxn2NctWz
A5: Reflection isn't dwelling in the past, but using it to strengthen planning for the future, & take advantage of the present.
A5 can't move ahead without reflection! Need to ask how can we improve? Celebrate? Are we going in right direction?
A5: a recalibration of sorts.
Yes! There are always positives! Acknowledge all you can! https://t.co/CrnurLaj8n
A5. Reflection allows for celebration, it motivates for accretion, looking at how far you have come.
A5: Knowledge is gained, learning took place, when you reflect & build. W/o some amt of looking back moving forward is hard.
I do my best work when I am challenged and cognitively engaged in my work. Intellectual stimulation matters to me.
Reflection is sooo often forgotten when a squirrel walks by! https://t.co/5Lan8BiCgs
agreed, reflections are a key element of revisiting our vision and assessing the learning
Gotta run however really enjoyed this morning.
A5 any journey worth taking involves stopping to enjoy the view-the 360 view-if not we miss out
Important! Reflect as a team too! https://t.co/MCsEwafKHr
A5 Remember to reflect alone and with a team. There will be reflections you never dreamed there could be.
Agreed...baby steps for students through support, teachers need that, too! We are ALL learners!@CRLeatherbarrow
A5: A reflective leader is an evolving one. Must provide Ts/admin time to think/reflect/dream. https://t.co/GKYpKqtIKG
My hour long commute comes in super handy. https://t.co/ZtrbSWYAwQ
A5) Personal reflection must be throughout (car ride, blogging, etc). Team reflection should be scheduled and intermittent.
A5: Past moves should become a new North Star by which we judge present execution & future plans. https://t.co/slJ81a5HF7
Q5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/0R979Vdipp
A5: Reflection enables strategic planning and CELEBRATION! When the village takes risks and wins, it reinforces change efforts.
Nailed it! looking at the process = real life = grit = should be part of schoolwide culture https://t.co/Q5KFJYmNQ3
We get way too focused on the product instead of the process! Growth, culture, and trust come from the process. https://t.co/ISSUF82pHO
A5: Reflection and refocusing is a key part of moving forward...it's a must after each finishing a step or encountering issues
A5: cont - Reflection needs to happen individually, in our leadership teams, & as whole campus.
A5: I think of it as those cars you need to pull back so they go forward. Move back a bit and then accelerate.
A5 Looking back to reflect gives us better, clearer vision for the future.
Q5 to move forward keep setting goals & setting expectations, monitor & celebrate success
exactly-& sometimes it means a detour or short cut but always to that end destination https://t.co/Wj3IuRpjRk
A5 Reflection is not looking back or stopping forward movement,it is more like taking time to check to map so we don't get lost.
The Qs in are so thought provoking. Bumping this chat to #2 on my list (after , of course...) https://t.co/SbVQQpZHuc
Q5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/fimwZRPsiF
A5: also think of Ss learning to drive, they reflect on their skills to refine and improve (motivation is HUGE)
A5: We have to do the difficult work of asking for feedback! It should drive our reflection as we look at how we can be better.
A6: reflection is vital. We grow from our experiences. Imp to reflect, grow, but then MOVE 4ward. Can't dwell on 'should-haves'
Yes! Share and celebrate risk-taking! https://t.co/iECPEKllk2
A5: Reflection enables strategic planning and CELEBRATION! When the village takes risks and wins, it reinforces change efforts.
A5) Reflection can actually accelerate acceleration. 1 eye looking forward w/ foot on gas. 1 eye looking back w/ hand on wheel.
Q6 coming up in 1 minute...
Well said... https://t.co/uHcvDSrFIz
A5: Reflection enables strategic planning and CELEBRATION! When the village takes risks and wins, it reinforces change efforts.
All organizations have pioneers/settlers-need to know when to give autonomy to accelerate-when to provide support to go forward.
A5 reflection is key to everything we do. Important not to get "stuck" there - but use it to accelerate https://t.co/ixh0Ftti5V
RTQ5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/VAll9c0mub
A5 Looking backwards can be hazardous at times. Look to and trust your co-pilots for navigation (students, faculty, parents...)
Gallery walks, lectures, and turn and talks don't do it for me in meetings. I want the opportunity to create & develop ideas.
Deeper conversations always lead to better solutions to problems and innovative thinking :)
A5: Impt to evaluate how far one has traveled.
we must measure the rate of our acceleration (the impact of our efforts) early and often and accurately https://t.co/nf73fvhkvE
Q5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/0R979Vdipp
Blogging for me is my best and favourite way to reflect
Yes. When we approach make meetings about checking it off our list we have lost our way. Must be intentional.
Reflection is a key to improving yourself. Too many of us stay on the go without thinking.
A5: formative assessments & checks for understanding can be applied to teacher & school growth as much as toward student growth!
A5 Can one look forward w/o looking back? Isn't every destination in the future/on the landscape relative to a past place?
How will u know ur accelerating if u don't reflect on where u've been n if more shifting is necessary? https://t.co/b3mYFluG5B
RTQ5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/VAll9c0mub
Jumped in late. Jonathon Gutierrez High School AP Katy, Texas
A5 Reflection is an integral part of learning... after lessons/fac mtgs, parent phone calls, etc. https://t.co/zB46tkwfth
Q5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/fimwZRPsiF
Yup! Ask for feedback-only if youre ready and willing to listen to it, otherwise just dont. https://t.co/gslATqsJz5
A5: We have to do the difficult work of asking for feedback! It should drive our reflection as we look at how we can be better.
A5- Reflection -Reflctive leadership - Is commnt. to fwd thinking. Ongoing purposeful process nec. to sustain grwth and change
A5: reflection vs. "dwelling in the past", one is healthy and the other not so much
Definitely need to reconsider Ts PD. Opps to hear from & collaborate w/ actual practitioners (e.g., ) are awesome!
Ok Let me get back on topic. I've got strong feelings about engagement at the student and educator level. Can you tell? ☺️
A5: Looking back it's not about what's wrong, but what was missing; not about improving, but growing. https://t.co/tFNVfIHkTO
RTQ5: Shifting toward Acceleration is forward-focused. Where does reflection and looking back fit in? https://t.co/VAll9c0mub
Link to your blogs (& other great ones to follow)? please&thankyou!
Self reflection is the most effective means of making substantial growth https://t.co/Q4ZKIqnc9F
A5: cont - Reflection needs to happen individually, in our leadership teams, & as whole campus.
Yes! Celebrate and enjoy the process. The more you laugh, the easier it is. True for so much in life. https://t.co/NrJ5oWFpHN
A5: Reflection enables strategic planning and CELEBRATION! When the village takes risks and wins, it reinforces change efforts.
That's the difficult part! Totally agree!
It begins with our mindset. We can’t just ‘do’ different…we need to learn to ‘think’ different.
no time for "shoulda coulda woulda".
great point Wendy. Thanks for putting it out there.
A6) Focus on finishing well rather than on being finished.
🎯Have to be able to forgive ourselves when we make mistakes! Can't be afraid to keep trying! https://t.co/xh9I5IbAsn
A5: reflection vs. "dwelling in the past", one is healthy and the other not so much
A6: I'm new to a school, so I'll continue to push for new things I want to make the environment immerse student learning.
from Anguilla, catching last few minutes,
“: A1: Professional "development" I wish we could erase that word & replace it forever with "learning". ” you did!
A6 Making sure I keep my work and personal lives balanced so that I have the energy to positively maintain both :)
A5) reflections is a formative, ongoing process; not something that happens at the end
A6 this time of the year stressful for all-need to slow down-thank those around you & breathe-allows acceleration forward
A6: It's easy 2 shut down @ the end of the year. I'll keep taking risks & trying new things. Engaged Ss are easier 2 work with.
A6 Listen to Ts about what they want next year in terms of professional learning. I don’t believe we have ever asked…
and when we do that with our Ss, it teaches them a life skill that enables mental growth
A6: Setting up the delayed delivery follow-up email and appointment a the end of every meeting to continue a cadence of contact.
Loving Have major shifts planning for next year. Giving me lots of food for thought. Wheels turning! Expanding the PLN!
Here's an example reflection on PBL! This is where the learning happens! Ts reflecting on Ss reflection! https://t.co/Q5SMNLCcbp
A6 Make every moment count, not make a countdown.
A6: making sure not to down shift or put on cruise control. Still having a why w/ our projects.
A6 Continue collecting data, focusing on our Ss, encouraging Ts to take risks and celebrating when they do - fail or succeed.
A6: Not really shifts, but: 1. Be present. 2. Remember the things that are important, and do those things as often as possible.
A6: stay in a positive mindset and surround myself by other positive influences (no time for negativity!)
A6: Thinking about how many days we have left to make a difference, rather than counting the days until summer break.
I just need to do it more often ;)
"ritual compliance" yesssss! All educators have mastered this on some level! And that's unfortunate!
Yes. Formative assessment takes many forms. This is about the process and must include student voices.
This is great...especially for a teacher of seniors, like myself https://t.co/NW8mSaufhy
A6) Focus on finishing well rather than on being finished.
Don’t think ‘models’, think ‘processes’
Work at moving from compliance to creativity…from implementation to innovation.
A5 starting w something you are good at, go from good to awesome then take on something more challenging
A6: Find ways to celebrate and share successes on a daily basis
A6: check progress. Know movement for next year. Make sure parts are in place
A5: It's helpful to ID reflection from the beginning. As change is implemented, checkpoints are built in.
A6: sometimes new eyes to a building can creat acceleration! Change the perspective of where learning happens!
A6) This time of year allows reflective conversations with my team. I want to be intentional to ask "how else can I support u?"
amen! In our line of work lip service is not sufficient. https://t.co/KhKqaWHaTN
It begins with our mindset. We can’t just ‘do’ different…we need to learn to ‘think’ different.
A6: Collaborating with Ts & Ss to craft lessons & enhance learning - which should be a constant!
A6: Reflect on this year and try out what we want to look like next year.
A5 it's important to take in others views when reflecting; Their perspectives arent as close&gives aid in redirecting initiative
A6. Continue consistent and purposeful reflection.
WOW! What an incredible hour! Like having a discussion w/ my brilliant extended family. Have a wonderful weekend!
A6: (1/2) the EOY creates a natural sense of reflecting on what worked, didn't; start those convos around reflection
A6 Llisten to teachers, check in with how they are doing and take feedback from them to drive our planning for a new year.
Always important to look back in order to move forward. I'm right behind your lead in edu; well behind you in running!
A6. Ask more questions, celebrate more
Take time out from the end of year rush to focus on good ideas for next year, things to improve/change https://t.co/LdYuM91aEH
A6: 24 school days left means much more student growth is possible and is too long to "coast into the summer break".
A6: (2/2) & summer growth plans...what can we do next year to be even better?
I love these ideas! I started having meetings in Ts rooms instead of the “Office” https://t.co/t0e7d7isq8
A6: Setting up the delayed delivery follow-up email and appointment a the end of every meeting to continue a cadence of contact.
A6: Continue to build clarity and confidence throughout my organization. A confident team can do amazing things.
A6: Use our success from this school year to begin forming a bridge to the new school year.
😊 embedded and ongoing https://t.co/C5hmHn8yUP
A5) reflections is a formative, ongoing process; not something that happens at the end
A6: Started blogging again. Committing time Sundays early morning. Way to accelerate & reflect on experience of where I've been
A6. My goal is to FOCUS & SIMPLIFY. I will not eat all the desserts! Stop treating our work like a dessert smorgasbord!
A6: A downshift is important. Spend time with family, watch your eating habits, find time to relax....Busy time of year.
yes!! We need to spread kindness, acknowledge achievements and celebrate success
A5 Reflection is key - what worked? What didn't? How to adapt/revise/grow? But focusing on "solutions" and not "problems".
Agreed- a lost opportunity to learn and grow.
Yes!Luv the analogy.Helps 2 see the path,which may change.Like formatve assessmnt does.
A6: Continue having the meaningful conversations w/our staff to move us forward - growth for Ss, Ts, and As. Follow our vision
"Ritual Compliance" My new fav term! So describes T's and S's that are great at the game of school!
A6: Stay connected to my growing PLN. So easy to burrow in this time of your. Voxer, drive focus and growth.
A6 Be more purposeful in use of time. Clock ticks faster this month & my list of "to dos" grows longer. Management paradox!
Such an important distinction...excellent point!
I do this as I am visiting school sites. Set up week later emails to follow up and support.
A6: I'm going to tune out the 'commercials' and all of the negative junk and focus on the 25 days I have left with students
A6: I need to return to my blogging more consistently. Friends like and nudge me!
Exactly. Skills are much more important than most of the information we learn in school.
We put a sign up in our cafeteria last year to count down the number of "days until we would miss our students"
A6: Focus on the days left to impact Ss (not counting down to summer) & staying inspired!!
A6 Fantastic!!!! Finish strong, give the best you can! Engage the whole school community... https://t.co/SQSwzPxLpM
A6) Focus on finishing well rather than on being finished.
We sent survey w/ many options & "other" box for Ts to guide PD. model promotes personalized PD as well.
So true! Change happens when our "doing" and our "thinking" align. https://t.co/EURQN2WCGk
It begins with our mindset. We can’t just ‘do’ different…we need to learn to ‘think’ different.
A5: often our own frustrations are b/c of our own lack of growth & self reflection. (listening to Man in the Mirror by MJ) !
A6) Accelerate engagement for students till the VERY LAST day of school.
thanks for another great chat, always leaving inspired to lead for the new week!
A6: mindset of preparing them for next school year, not preparing them for a summer break. Plenty of time to "coast" on break!
A5: Reflection is an on-going, live process. It is not a static check list or a thrown around term.
A6: continue to focus on the important work that allows us to finish strong while giving us a clear focus on where we are going
Hey man, it is! Beautiful day here in the Nash!
A6: operate knowing that how we end the year can build the mindset of how we start the following one
A6 hallway convos are the best! Informally checking in with Ts and encouraging them to keep going
A6: YES! These last weeks become "Acceleration Central" - risk taking + inquiry = growth
https://t.co/y3gQC9qiXe
A6: It's easy 2 shut down @ the end of the year. I'll keep taking risks & trying new things. Engaged Ss are easier 2 work with.
so awesome the students deserve our best right until end sometimes difficult but should be the goal https://t.co/WaBXBJb0KL
A6: It's easy 2 shut down @ the end of the year. I'll keep taking risks & trying new things. Engaged Ss are easier 2 work with.
We'll plan now to be proactively prepared to meet all student needs at the very beginning of next year https://t.co/G263GyIFwm
A6 Maintain my commitment our Ss & Ts and not losing sight of our vision - even in the face of the end-of-year countdown. ;)
A6: Use end of year to "practice" small 4 larger changes in 16-17. Get buy-in, feedback &increase transparency for where going.
A6 be the voice for those that feel insecure but have ideas to effect change
A6) also going to come back to my one word for the year: LESS! Imagine what we can do with less.
A6: celebrating the school year rather than wrapping it up! Show it's a school YEAR! Show that Summer learning will happen!
. Thanks. Good luck to you too. We're virtual bi-blogging w/ another T to hold ourselves accountable
A6- Refocus energy into + impacting team mindset and culture to embrace innovation and change for our SS https://t.co/c6oJ0boUFp
Good morning! I am late, sorry. lurking only today.
A6: celebrate accomplishments and reflect on making things better, collaborate and collaborate some more
A6. Through reflection, start determining the direction 4 next year. Now is a great time to get T input. https://t.co/rgAgTDWv62
I was thinking about how much I would miss the Ss in our school and I can't 😖😢😭😭 They're so Amazing! https://t.co/uqn1eP8nnY
We put a sign up in our cafeteria last year to count down the number of "days until we would miss our students"
I do this too. "29 more days with you." We will be crying on the last day.
Key practice to keep acceleration going!
A6 Use that last staff meeting to celebrate growth and success.
7 Ts going to events, In my mind Ts have 7 great workshop choices for my first few mtgs. https://t.co/Cq83qD8HEl
We sent survey w/ many options & "other" box for Ts to guide PD. model promotes personalized PD as well.
A6) wrote a post about this recently. Send your students out w/ a bang instead of letting the year fizzle 2 a close
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Thx moderators and participants for choosing to make a difference. Have great weekend!
A6- shift: self care. I'm learning to grow in this area. Exhaustion & sleep deprivation isn't a (leadership) badge of honor
A6: Getting back to building my online presence, PLN & sharing w/ a world class of educational leaders like all of you today
A6: Downshift on state testing. Accelerate toward meaningful collab. to prepare my Ss for their next adventure in 4th G
Great Chat With Leaders From Across The Country! Thank You!
A7: Do what it takes to keep the campus' focus on impacting kids vs summer coming.
it's how we use that information we learn and transfer it beyond the school walls
Great points; the end is near & we need to balance so we can best support our Ts and Ss in the final leg!
Great strategy. Building on success - "taking the best of the present forward into the future" https://t.co/QEE75HOGjz
A6: Use our success from this school year to begin forming a bridge to the new school year.
Live the process...so important! https://t.co/YkBZeUTS6O
A5: Reflection is an on-going, live process. It is not a static check list or a thrown around term.
Luv this! Just a change in wording makes a difference!
A6: Do what it takes to keep the campus' focus on impacting kids vs summer coming.
Soo many As, Ts, and Ss minds, spirits, and bodies are worn down by our academic process. Gotta remember when making demands.
Thanks for a great ! Missing - lots to do today. Drive on!
Thanks for the great Super way to start the day is knowing that there are leaders around the world thinking 24/7 about learning!
…and the kids aren’t in the office either. I hate those days when i barely get out on campus. https://t.co/A8Tij84yNN
A6: Focus on the basics of relationships and routine, as opposed to reinventing the wheel.
Today was w/ Latoya unfiltered. Next week I'm going to try to tone it down and be more positive. 🤓
you will. Stay focused and find balance. That's the key. Congratulations!
