#COLchat Archive

Monday 9-10 p.m. EST. Building a Culture of Learning. "We invite all educators, parents, students and any member of a school community to join our mission of moving away from compliance to create and foster a true COL."

Monday June 4, 2018
9:00 PM EDT

  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Excited to be bringing #COLchat back to Monday nights! Tonight we transition to new moderators - me, along with my friend @FbellomoB. Tonight's topic: Transitions. Let's start with introductions: I'm Walt, a middle school principal in Macomb County, MI.
  • shirky17 Jun 4 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    hello #COLchat, paul from cuyahoga falls OHIO!!! MakerSpace educator (looking for a space to help others make in...)
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Dave in Ankeny, IA - social studies teacher at Centennial HS joining the "new" #COLchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Welcome, @shirky17. Thanks for joining us tonight.. #COLchat
    • shirky17 Jun 4 @ 9:00 PM EDT
      hello #COLchat, paul from cuyahoga falls OHIO!!! MakerSpace educator (looking for a space to help others make in...)
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Welcome @DRich0696. Thanks for being here tonight. #COLchat
    • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:02 PM EDT
      Dave in Ankeny, IA - social studies teacher at Centennial HS joining the "new" #COLchat
  • MicheleCorbat - Moderator Jun 4 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Hey #COLchat! I’m back! Thanks to @WaltKozlowski & @FbellomoB for keeping this chat going!
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    We will follow the Q#/A# format. Be sure to include #COLchat in your response!
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hi @MicheleCorbat! Glad you are here. #COLchat
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hello everyone! I’m new to helping with #COLchat but I look forward to chatting with you! I’m an Elementary Principal from CVS. #COLchat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Steven Weber, Associate Superintendent at @fayar Fayetteville Public Schools (Arkansas) #colchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Let's begin with a bit of an anticipatory set. Q1: What are some of the transitions we typically face in our schools/journeys as educators? #COLchat
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    @MicheleCorbat Your dreams were your ticket out? #COLchat Welcome back, welcome back, welcome back - #terriblesong
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Hi Frank! @FbellomoB #COLchat
  • MicheleCorbat - Moderator Jun 4 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    #COLchat
    In reply to @DRich0696
  • sanzbug Jun 4 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Sandi, 4th Grade, MI #COLchat
  • MicheleCorbat - Moderator Jun 4 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Appreciate your leadership with #COLchat!
    In reply to @FbellomoB, @WaltKozlowski
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Good evening, Steven! Thanks for being here. #COLchat
  • shirky17 Jun 4 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    #colchat A1 transition from one group of kids with one set of personal dynamics to another set with a different interplay... every 45 minutes
  • sanzbug Jun 4 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1 Admin changes, curriculum changes #COLchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Good ones! We have all faced these. #COLchat
  • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: Back-to-School, First Day Of School, Mid-Terms, End of Qtr, Winter Break, Spring Break, Final Reviews, Graduation, Summer Planning #colchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: Schools are full of transitions - one grade level to next, one school to next, quarters, semesters, new curriculum/standards/materials, in & out of breaks, changes in leadership, new initiatives, new assessment programs, etc. #COLchat
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: Over 32 years, pedagogy has changed somewhat but the art of teaching has been pretty static even though most everything else has changed. #COLchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    Sometimes it seems as if we are always moving from one transition to the next. #COLchat
    • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:08 PM EDT
      A1: Back-to-School, First Day Of School, Mid-Terms, End of Qtr, Winter Break, Spring Break, Final Reviews, Graduation, Summer Planning #colchat
  • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1: Leadership Journey: Teacher (Focus on Students in Classroom, Principal (Focus on Students and Adults), Central Office (Focus on District - All Students and Adults) #perspective #colchat
  • MicheleCorbat - Moderator Jun 4 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1 The biggest transition I’ve noticed in my career is how childhood has changed. Children don’t seem to have time to play, explore, or problem solve with peer groups. #COLchat
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Just as Walt, I am also in Macomb County, Michigan. Walt was once my former Principal when I taught middle school! #COLchat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • shirky17 Jun 4 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    #COLchat children dont go outside and play and make up their own games and rules....
    In reply to @MicheleCorbat
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Agreed - are they missing out on being kids? #COLchat
    In reply to @MicheleCorbat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    Great point . . . and a sad one. #COLchat
    • MicheleCorbat - Moderator Jun 4 @ 9:11 PM EDT
      A1 The biggest transition I’ve noticed in my career is how childhood has changed. Children don’t seem to have time to play, explore, or problem solve with peer groups. #COLchat
  • learningisjoy Jun 4 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    I’m Kaitlyn from Ohio! Not sure what #COLChat is all about, but excited to find out!
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski, @FbellomoB
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Recess provided so much - exercise, problem-solving, collaboration, FUN... #COLchat
    In reply to @MicheleCorbat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Thanks for stopping in @learningisjoy . It's about educators chatting about what we do. Glad you are here! #COLchat
    • learningisjoy Jun 4 @ 9:12 PM EDT
      I’m Kaitlyn from Ohio! Not sure what #COLChat is all about, but excited to find out!
      In reply to @WaltKozlowski, @FbellomoB
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Culture Of Learning #COLchat
    In reply to @learningisjoy, @WaltKozlowski, @FbellomoB
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Q2: What challenges and concerns do transitions pose within a culture of learning? #COLchat
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: Any change brings anxiety and some fear - those keep some from embracing the transitions. #COLchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Guess I could have mentioned that, too. Thanks, Dave! #COLchat
    • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      Culture Of Learning #COLchat
      In reply to @learningisjoy, @WaltKozlowski, @FbellomoB
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2. My journey from being a middle school teacher and AP was interesting as I transitioned to being an Elementary Principal. I’ve continued to learn each day and owe a great deal to our wonderful teachers. #COLchat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: Fear of unknown, negativity, uncertainty, dislike of change, etc. Worst case scenario: sabatoge. #COLchat
  • sanzbug Jun 4 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2 Change is uncomfortable at times. We've just gotten used to one way, one group, one person and another comes and we must to adjust. #COLchat
  • MicheleCorbat - Moderator Jun 4 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2 Relationships are essential in a culture of learning. Despite the inevitable transitions, when my cheese gets moved I want to know I will be supported. #COLchat
  • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: All transitions provide the opportunity to address old or existing barriers. Teacher Leaders often identify barriers that administrators don’t recognize. #colchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    Love this reframe: transitions provide opportunity! #COLchat
    • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:17 PM EDT
      A2: All transitions provide the opportunity to address old or existing barriers. Teacher Leaders often identify barriers that administrators don’t recognize. #colchat
  • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2: Questions should be part of a Culture of Learning. #colchat
    • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:14 PM EDT
      Q2: What challenges and concerns do transitions pose within a culture of learning? #COLchat
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    Yes. It’s amazing what we try to fit into a day. #COLchat.
    • MicheleCorbat - Moderator Jun 4 @ 9:11 PM EDT
      A1 The biggest transition I’ve noticed in my career is how childhood has changed. Children don’t seem to have time to play, explore, or problem solve with peer groups. #COLchat
  • learningisjoy Jun 4 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A1: In my (limited) experience, I’ve transitioned from a student teacher to an actual teacher. Now I’m transitioning from on school to another. I’ll also likely transition from one grade to another. #colchat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Being open to change and desiring to grow are the keys - you've got the right mindset already! #COLchat
    In reply to @learningisjoy, @WaltKozlowski
  • learningisjoy Jun 4 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Fear can definitely take a toll. And when you transition from one thing to another, you can lose relationships & end up losing a foundation you’ve built. #colchat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    FYI: "Bonus points" available 4 responses including relevant reference to Culture of Learning components: #relationships #growthmindset #creativity #collaboration #empathy #engagement #positivedeviance #feedback #influence #paradigmshift #reflection #action #COLchat
  • shirky17 Jun 4 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    #colchat let us make an assignment - "Calvin Ball" = go out and play for 30 minutes using everything out there, come back and tell me what the game was and what the rules were...
    In reply to @FbellomoB
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Q3: What strategies can help make a transition effective? #COLchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    The more the merrier! #COLchat
  • shirky17 Jun 4 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    #colchat A3 patience, discussion/empathy
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3: Listen to all stakeholders to get their #feedback so adjustments might be made. #COLchat
  • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    What is old is new again!!? #colchat
    In reply to @MicheleCorbat, @mssackstein, @garnet_hillman, @RoweRikW, @thenerdyteacher, @mwmedvinsky, @benjamingilpin
  • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3: Force Field Analysis, Kotter’s Change Leadership Process, Teacher Leaders, Goals/Desired Outcomes, Communication to Stakeholders #COLchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Patience and empathy - we could use a lot more of both in our world. #COLchat
  • MicheleCorbat - Moderator Jun 4 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3. People over paper - be a warm demander and show empathy while always keeping high expectations for student learning. #COLchat
  • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:23 PM EDT
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Yessir!!! Good evening, Todd! #COLchat
    • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:22 PM EDT
      What is old is new again!!? #colchat
      In reply to @MicheleCorbat, @mssackstein, @garnet_hillman, @RoweRikW, @thenerdyteacher, @mwmedvinsky, @benjamingilpin
  • MicheleCorbat - Moderator Jun 4 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Me with a facelift? 🤷🏼‍♀️😂 #COLchat #rhetoricalquestion ?
    In reply to @blocht574, @mssackstein, @garnet_hillman, @RoweRikW, @thenerdyteacher, @mwmedvinsky, @benjamingilpin
  • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: Time, explain processes and walk through #colchat Understanding and explaining differences helps
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: Including stakeholders in making decisions (to the extent possible) & clear communication go a long way. #COLchat
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Who'd have thought you would play the relationship card twice in the first half of #COLchat ? This guy #relationshipsarekey
    In reply to @MicheleCorbat
  • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3: Listen to hear #colchat Be slow to judge just observe and take it all in
  • MicheleCorbat - Moderator Jun 4 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Yes! #COLchat
    • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:24 PM EDT
      A3: Including stakeholders in making decisions (to the extent possible) & clear communication go a long way. #COLchat
  • walkchrysj Jun 4 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3 Important that as leaders facilitate transition, we thoroughly explain the why behind the transition; engage in routine, effective communication; be accessible to answer all questions, and affirm & support our team during the changes #COLchat
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    This! #Listen #COLchat
    • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:24 PM EDT
      A3: Listen to hear #colchat Be slow to judge just observe and take it all in
  • MicheleCorbat - Moderator Jun 4 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Share the WHY #COLchat
    • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:23 PM EDT
      A3: Time, explain processes and walk through #colchat Understanding and explaining differences helps
  • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Good evening Walt, I though #colchat was on the Q once a day format still .... Glad it is back
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    I like it! #COLchat
    In reply to @shirky17
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    Accessibility & support are essential (as are these other factors). A lot to do to do it right! #COLchat
    • walkchrysj Jun 4 @ 9:25 PM EDT
      A3 Important that as leaders facilitate transition, we thoroughly explain the why behind the transition; engage in routine, effective communication; be accessible to answer all questions, and affirm & support our team during the changes #COLchat
  • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3: #colchat Transparency is a key
  • sanzbug Jun 4 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3 Jump in with an open mind and strong convictions. #COLchat
  • mssackstein Jun 4 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3 understand that change takes time. Build relationships. Talk to people. Be clear about why and intentional with when and how. Don't do too much too fast #colchat
  • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Yes! I am a fan of going slow to go fast can't be in a hurry to get there #colchat
    In reply to @mssackstein
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Q4: How can we prepare stakeholders for a smooth transition? #COLchat
  • MicheleCorbat - Moderator Jun 4 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    Great advice from my friend who practice what she preaches! #authentic #COLchat
    • mssackstein Jun 4 @ 9:27 PM EDT
      A3 understand that change takes time. Build relationships. Talk to people. Be clear about why and intentional with when and how. Don't do too much too fast #colchat
  • CivicsEngaged Jun 4 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3: Successful transitions require transparency and useful feedback. Leaders need to be prepared for fierce conversations and supporting the team. #COLchat
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3. Younger kids may need a good deal of practice. Some kids need more time. Our fifth grade follows a middle school schedule changing teachers. Some like the transition for middle school but others would prefer one teacher all day like our k-4. #COLchat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • sanzbug Jun 4 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4 Transparency, truth and INFORMATION! #COLchat
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4: Give them multiple platforms and opportunities to understand. Then listen to what they have to say. #COLchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    Side note: I was a little nervous about the transition from participant to moderator, but you all make this fun!!! #COLchat
  • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4: Communication Often #colchat
  • MrsSStone Jun 4 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A1: The biggest transitions I have experienced in my school are the movement towards 1:1 iPads for learning and an increased amount of apathy in the classroom, both of which can be problematic and require change to pedagogy @harryhanna #educ502 #COLchat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski, @harryhanna
  • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4: Smooth transitions come from planing: Laying out the steps, listening to concerns and having feedback checks along the way #colchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Practice builds comfort. I like it! #COLchat
    • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:29 PM EDT
      A3. Younger kids may need a good deal of practice. Some kids need more time. Our fifth grade follows a middle school schedule changing teachers. Some like the transition for middle school but others would prefer one teacher all day like our k-4. #COLchat
      In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • MicheleCorbat - Moderator Jun 4 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    You’re rocking this #COLchat gig! 👊🏻
    • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:29 PM EDT
      Side note: I was a little nervous about the transition from participant to moderator, but you all make this fun!!! #COLchat
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Makes your head spin though, doesn't it? #COLchat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us! #COLchat
    In reply to @learningisjoy, @WaltKozlowski
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    We are learning together! #COLchat
    In reply to @learningisjoy, @WaltKozlowski
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Just a little. :) #COLchat
    • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:30 PM EDT
      Makes your head spin though, doesn't it? #COLchat
      In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • CivicsEngaged Jun 4 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4: Prepare stakeholders for a transition with transparency and articulating a vision. Put action behind the goals ... #COLchat
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Teacher Leaders are great! #COLchat
    In reply to @curriculumblog
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    Good points. Apathy has become a huge issue - in the classroom and from too many homes. #COLchat
    • MrsSStone Jun 4 @ 9:30 PM EDT
      A1: The biggest transitions I have experienced in my school are the movement towards 1:1 iPads for learning and an increased amount of apathy in the classroom, both of which can be problematic and require change to pedagogy @harryhanna #educ502 #COLchat
      In reply to @WaltKozlowski, @harryhanna
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4: No surprises! They want to know what's going to happen to their kid(s). We need to be glad they are invested in it. #COLchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Q5: What role do traditions play in planning for and navigating transitions? #COLchat
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Relationships are key! #COLchat
    In reply to @mssackstein
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: Conversation & communication. Explaining the WHY and the how. Generating enthusiasm. #COLchat
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    Great! #Colchat
    In reply to @curriculumblog
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A5: This from @gcouros June 3 blog post seems appropriate here: "NEVER change something that has been a tradition for years in your school without involving your community. They need to understand and be able to contribute to the solutions, ..." #COLchat
  • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A5: Traditions give stakeholders expectations! Have to be careful if changing traditions that many value #Colchat
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A5: Need to honor traditions and realize they have deep roots. That does not mean that they can't evolve. #COLchat
  • sanzbug Jun 4 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A5 When at all possible, incorporate traditions into transitions. When not possible, create new ones. #COLchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    Nailed it! Traditions = expectations. Proceed with caution! #COLchat
    • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      A5: Traditions give stakeholders expectations! Have to be careful if changing traditions that many value #Colchat
  • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5: Honor traditions, especially if you are a first year teacher or administrator. However, recognize that transformation happens and can be positive for students! #colchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    #creativity & #positivedeviance do not mean we have to throw out everything or start from scratch. #COLchat
    • sanzbug Jun 4 @ 9:35 PM EDT
      A5 When at all possible, incorporate traditions into transitions. When not possible, create new ones. #COLchat
  • MicheleCorbat - Moderator Jun 4 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Thank you @FbellomoB & @WaltKozlowski for bringing #COLchat back! It’s way past my bedtime on a school night.
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Agreed! ESPECIALLY when you are the "new guy". #COLchat
    • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:37 PM EDT
      A5: Honor traditions, especially if you are a first year teacher or administrator. However, recognize that transformation happens and can be positive for students! #colchat
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    Yes. That’s not the way we’ve done things. Lol #COLchat
    In reply to @blocht574
  • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5: While honoring tradition, keep in mind that the Hornbook, Memorize and Recall, Spelling Tests, A-F Grades, Textbooks, and Straight Rows were once considered tradition. #colchat
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    KaBoom - for sure! #COLchat
    • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:39 PM EDT
      A5: While honoring tradition, keep in mind that the Hornbook, Memorize and Recall, Spelling Tests, A-F Grades, Textbooks, and Straight Rows were once considered tradition. #colchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    Thank goodness we evolve! #COLchat
    • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:39 PM EDT
      A5: While honoring tradition, keep in mind that the Hornbook, Memorize and Recall, Spelling Tests, A-F Grades, Textbooks, and Straight Rows were once considered tradition. #colchat
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    So true! #COLchat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski, @gcouros
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Q6: How do we determine whether or not a transition has been successful? What criteria do we measure? How? #COLchat
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    Perhaps we know some of the challenges ahead and work in preparing them for them. If not, letting stakeholders know we will weather the storm with them. #COLchat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    I fear this is the part we sometimes forget - evaluation & #reflection. #COLchat
    • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:42 PM EDT
      Q6: How do we determine whether or not a transition has been successful? What criteria do we measure? How? #COLchat
  • shirky17 Jun 4 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    #colchat A6 is everyone on the bus? is it going in the right direction?
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A6: Keep ears open. We might hear success indirectly but failure will be direct. #COLchat
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A5. So important to know the history of a building and community if you are just starting there. Very easy to unintentionally offend or upset. #COLchat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    Both are important questions. If we can't answer affirmatively to either, does the other matter? #COLchat
    • shirky17 Jun 4 @ 9:43 PM EDT
      #colchat A6 is everyone on the bus? is it going in the right direction?
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6: Plus/Delta has long been my go to tool for evaluating after we try something new. (Works well in the classroom, too.) #COLchat
  • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6: This is a weakness in K-12 education. We often make purchases, select programs, implement instructional strategies, assess students, and hold weekly meetings without evaluating if we are reaching the desired outcome. #colchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    True! #COLchat
    • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:44 PM EDT
      A6: Keep ears open. We might hear success indirectly but failure will be direct. #COLchat
  • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A6: When you see the desired results #colchat Of course the criteria should be laid out ahead of time so feedback can be received along the way
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    If we really want to get better at what we do, we have to get better at this. As Hattie states, "Know thy impact." #COLchat
    • curriculumblog Jun 4 @ 9:45 PM EDT
      A6: This is a weakness in K-12 education. We often make purchases, select programs, implement instructional strategies, assess students, and hold weekly meetings without evaluating if we are reaching the desired outcome. #colchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Know what we are trying to measure before we try to measure it. #COLchat
    • blocht574 Jun 4 @ 9:47 PM EDT
      A6: When you see the desired results #colchat Of course the criteria should be laid out ahead of time so feedback can be received along the way
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    This is my first time so I see questions and responses everywhere. I guess I’ll get better. I don’t have it.....YET. #COLchat #growthmindset
    In reply to @MicheleCorbat, @WaltKozlowski
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    Time to plan for #action steps! Q7: How are you preparing, this week, for the transition to summer (or another pending transition)? #COLchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A7: Quite a different end to our school year planned - lots of "new". Trying to be intentional about keeping everyone informed. #COLchat
  • shirky17 Jun 4 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    #COLchat A7 i just jumped in and re-did a paver sidewalk ....
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7. I want to prepare by thinking, how can I help to make next year better for everyone in our school community...... what can I do better next year than I did this year.... #COLchat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7: Last week I continued to work on relationships and urged students to relax and re-energize. #onsummerbreak #COLchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    #finishstrong or finishEDstrong! #COLchat
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A7: Thinking about how to make adjustments for next year. Differentiation is an on-going challenge. #COLchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    That's no small project! #COLchat
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    This is so true! Great point. #COlchat
    In reply to @curriculumblog
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    Quick shout out to the #COLchat founders: @RodneyHetherton @MicheleCorbat @aj_hartley1 and to my co-moderator: @FbellomoB
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A7. Communicating with the stakeholders involved. A few negative comments doesn’t mean the mission has to be abandoned yet.... transitions may take time. #COLchat
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • DRich0696 Jun 4 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Thanks for the #COLchat resurrection tonight @WaltKozlowski @FbellomoB Summer break started today and this was a great reminder that the learning never stops!
  • shirky17 Jun 4 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    thanks #COLchat , great to see you again
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Me too! #COLchat. Questions and answers all around. Lol
    In reply to @WaltKozlowski
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Thanks to all who joined in for #COLchat tonight! We have one more planned for June 18th before we take July off. Plan on #COLchat on the first and third Mondays of the month during the 2018-2019 school year!
  • FbellomoB Jun 4 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Great point! #COLchat
    In reply to @curriculumblog
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Ahh, enjoy your summer! Our students are in until June 15. #COLchat
  • WaltKozlowski Jun 4 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Hope you can join us for the next #COLchat on June 18 @ 9PM. Topic: Celebrations in a Culture of Learning