#MOedchat Archive

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Thursday September 7, 2017
10:00 PM EDT
  • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #MOedchat ! Please introduce yourself, your role in education, and tell us where in the world you're tweeting from!
  • participatechat Sep 7 @ 10:00 PM EDT
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  • RSD_STEM Sep 7 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Will you be at "The Summit at Summit"? A great day of learning about all things Google. 10/14 https://t.co/r6gfI8wfoZ #moedchat #learningstl
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Andy, Innovation Teacher in St. Charles MO #moedchat
  • GeoJo22 Sep 7 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Joanne from Lee's Summit MO. I teach 7th grade world history and 11th grade modern global issues. #moedchat
  • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Your #MOedchat Moderating team @wmchamberlain @di_chamberlain @shspjones @MNebel @LauraGilchrist4 @posickj @awall777 @debbiefuco & @TedHiff
  • BusEd11 Sep 7 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Theresa Taylor tweeting from S. Illinois. I teach College Readiness and computer classes. #MOedchat
  • FHS_Anton Sep 7 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Brian from Forsyth, Mo. HS social studies teacher and just formed consulting co. @EDge_Innovative which I'm excited about. #moedchat
  • wmchamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    William, watching the Chiefs as I tweet. #moedchat
  • El_FrinkELA Sep 7 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Chris Elfrink HS ELA T and PDC Chair for Woodland in Marble Hill SeMO. Finishing a standards-based poetry test 4 2morrow #Wr4Carda #moedchat
  • JasonCMcDowell Sep 7 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Jason, Principal at Northeast Nodaway in NW MO #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Also a 2 time Gold Star winner! #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Ted, Middle School Principal from O'Fallon, MO ready for #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    I guess that’s my NFL team now too… go @Chiefs! #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain, @Chiefs
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us! #moedchat
    In reply to @JasonCMcDowell
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Odds are pretty good… #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA
  • e_whalen Sep 7 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Good evening! #MOedchat
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Dianna- MS math teacher from SW MO looking forward to learning how you plan for your conferences with parents. #moedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Hi @e_whalen ! #MOedchat
  • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Q1. What is the purpose of the formal/organized parent/teacher conference schedule we conduct each school year? #MOedchat
  • BusEd11 Sep 7 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1 - help build a relationship with parents. #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    I pretty much will only watch the Super Bowl now, Kronke ruined it for me #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain, @El_FrinkELA, @Chiefs
  • e_whalen Sep 7 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: One on one time with Ps, a chance to let Ss shine, public speaking practice for Ss, accountability... #MOedchat
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    It's a formal invitation to let parents know we are partners in their Ss education. Hopefully, it's not the only invitation... #moedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:08 PM EDT
      Q1. What is the purpose of the formal/organized parent/teacher conference schedule we conduct each school year? #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1 a formal communication of progress #moedchat
  • thyme4books Sep 7 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Ginger, 4th grade, St. Louis, MO #MOedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:00 PM EDT
      Welcome to #MOedchat ! Please introduce yourself, your role in education, and tell us where in the world you're tweeting from!
  • thyme4books Sep 7 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1. To foster the relationship between Ps and Ts to best serve the Ss. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:08 PM EDT
      Q1. What is the purpose of the formal/organized parent/teacher conference schedule we conduct each school year? #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us! #moedchat
    In reply to @thyme4books
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1. It's a very powerful communication tool. They empower our parents! #MOedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:08 PM EDT
      Q1. What is the purpose of the formal/organized parent/teacher conference schedule we conduct each school year? #MOedchat
  • El_FrinkELA Sep 7 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1: it seems to be the one time that Ps feel responsible/obligated to come to school for an academic reason #moedchat
  • halliesmills Sep 7 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Hi! Hallie here jumping in a little late. 2nd grade teacher in St. Louis. #moedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    @thyme4books This is very important! #MOedchat
    • thyme4books Sep 7 @ 10:10 PM EDT
      A1. To foster the relationship between Ps and Ts to best serve the Ss. #MOedchat
      • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:08 PM EDT
        Q1. What is the purpose of the formal/organized parent/teacher conference schedule we conduct each school year? #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    I hate that it has been that way for many of the P/T conferences I have had, wish it could be that way all year #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Welcome to the chat @halliesmills #MOedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A2. They help "connect" the dots for the parents. #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    I watch @Cardinals when I can, but most games interfere w/bedtime for the kids so I miss Innings 2-5 or more #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA, @wmchamberlain, @Chiefs, @Cardinals
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A1. They help "connect" the dots for parents. #MOedchat
  • crystaslaughter Sep 7 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    It's funny when you have Ps you have reg. contact with show up for PT conferences. It actually becomes a more laid back catch up. #MOedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @El_FrinkELA
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Welcome Ginger! Glad you are here. #moedchat
    In reply to @thyme4books
  • thyme4books Sep 7 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Technology can help bridge the gap, as well as the student-led conference #MOedchat #studentownership
    In reply to @awall777, @El_FrinkELA
  • wmchamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    I would like to see p/t conferences during the day when students are in class. Parents come sit with them all day. #moedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Right, just a more formal version of what happens each week, then there are those that don’t engage or feign it, frustrating #moedchat
    In reply to @crystaslaughter, @El_FrinkELA
  • wmchamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    If you really want to have a real conference with parents, do it after they sit with their kid all day. #moedchat
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    That would be more eye opening than a conference! #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Rough… My school has a massive SM presence, I’m curious to see how it relates to P/T conferences, maybe that could help? #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A1. Students also gain great insight when they sit down w/ their parents and teacher/s #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Did you see the questions ahead of time? :) #moedchat
    In reply to @thyme4books, @El_FrinkELA
  • JasonCMcDowell Sep 7 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    It gets parents in the door and let's teachers showcase what the S has been learning up to that point. Face to face time. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:08 PM EDT
      Q1. What is the purpose of the formal/organized parent/teacher conference schedule we conduct each school year? #MOedchat
  • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    Q2. Do students play any sort of role in your conferences? Explain. #Moedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    Ha! Me too! #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain, @El_FrinkELA, @Chiefs, @Cardinals
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    I really like that idea @wmchamberlain #MOedchat
    • wmchamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:15 PM EDT
      If you really want to have a real conference with parents, do it after they sit with their kid all day. #moedchat
  • wmchamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    if it was only a requirement, I think it would do all of us good for that to happen. Maybe I will give it a shot #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:17 PM EDT
    #logistics #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Our students take the lead in their conferences. They share work they've done, goals they have, etc. #moedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:17 PM EDT
      Q2. Do students play any sort of role in your conferences? Explain. #Moedchat
  • thyme4books Sep 7 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Our PBL project last year was better attended than conf & more valuable to relationships. #authenticlearning #pbl #MOedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain, @debbiefuco
  • wmchamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    one kid a day, the meeting wouldn't have to be very long. Parents would be worn out anyway ;) #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Yo, whatup #moedchat -- sorry, running late!!! Josh from Fulton - tech integration specialist.
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    It should be a showcase, not a negative eye-opening experience for the Ps #moedchat
    In reply to @JasonCMcDowell
  • wmchamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    there you go! #moedchat
    In reply to @thyme4books, @debbiefuco
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    About time you get here! #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Here's Q2 again for #Moedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:17 PM EDT
      Q2. Do students play any sort of role in your conferences? Explain. #Moedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2. Yes! Student are the centerpiece of the conference. #MOedchat
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2 Middle School utilizes student-led conferences at our school. #moedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:17 PM EDT
      Q2. Do students play any sort of role in your conferences? Explain. #Moedchat
  • wmchamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    That is 2 tardies in a row. If you are late again you will get after school detention. #moedchat @awall777 will be over to enforce it ;)
    In reply to @joshchoward, @awall777
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Perhaps it should take the place of conferences? #moedchat
    In reply to @thyme4books, @wmchamberlain, @debbiefuco
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A2. They should participate in the conference! #StuVoice #MOedchat
  • e_whalen Sep 7 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A2: I've done both T led and S led. I prefer S led. #MOedchat
  • halliesmills Sep 7 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A2: Students do play an imp. role! Ss leading conferences is powerful, they are the learners! #moedchat
  • e_whalen Sep 7 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Hi fellow Callawegian! #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    It also shouldn't be the first contact. If there are negatives to share, they should have been made aware before then. #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @JasonCMcDowell
  • El_FrinkELA Sep 7 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A2: they often attend with the Ps but that can get rough when the student isn't doing well #moedchat
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Q2 Big proponent of student led conferences. Let's hear the true story of the class, straight from the horse's mouth. #moedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    And you lose your Gold Star from 2 weeks ago! I’m going to give it to @El_FrinkELA instead! #moedchat
    In reply to @wmchamberlain, @joshchoward, @El_FrinkELA
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Kingdom Represent #moedchat
    In reply to @e_whalen
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    #leadershiprolls #moedchat
    In reply to @halliesmills
  • thyme4books Sep 7 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    I think it eliminated the intimidation factor & parents could see their Ss success! #pbl #MOedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @wmchamberlain, @debbiefuco
  • crystaslaughter Sep 7 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    A2 I had Ss complete a self-check including what they felt they were doing well and needed to work on. It really helped. #moedchat
  • JasonCMcDowell Sep 7 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    It can be stressful for the student but so powerful to see parents and teachers both focused on them. #moedchat
    In reply to @TedHiff
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Demerit for using Q2 instead of A2. “Josh cannot seem to follow standard protocol designed for compliance in our chats -Mr. Wall” #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • wmchamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    yes, it isn't a traditional 'conference' so much less stress #moedchat
    In reply to @thyme4books, @awall777, @debbiefuco
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Awwww, shucks Mr. Wall, I sure am sorry about that! #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @wmchamberlain, @El_FrinkELA
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Student led conferences are encouraged all the way down to Kind. in our school. #moedchat
    In reply to @debbiefuco
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    Battin 1.000 tonight! #moedchat Go me!
    In reply to @awall777
  • LSiebenmorgen Sep 7 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    #MOedchat A2, at the HS level last year we implemented student let conferences, the question this year is how keep them fresh & exciting?
  • myassignment Sep 7 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/zjHe7FChWB #ditchbook #moedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    Stress can be a good thing when it comes to motivation #moedchat
    In reply to @JasonCMcDowell, @TedHiff
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    You will take it and you will like it because it is going on the bulletin board. #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA, @wmchamberlain, @joshchoward
  • elissafield Sep 7 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    I'm a huge advocate for student-led conf as well. Ss have great, honest insight - cuts to point, & then they're vested in outcomes #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    Q3. How does your current structure/format work to meet the needs of parents and students? #MOedchat
  • wmchamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    If I could get a few parents to do it, even for half a day I would consider that a win. #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    It is ok, just remember this when it is time for Christmas gifts. #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward, @wmchamberlain, @El_FrinkELA
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Does anyone do student led with portfolios? I always have Ss prepare showcase portfolios in Google Sites. Best conferences ever. #moedchat
  • thyme4books Sep 7 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A2. Not yet, but I think the time it would take to prepare would reap many rewards. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:17 PM EDT
      Q2. Do students play any sort of role in your conferences? Explain. #Moedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    I’d say that if you are showcasing your Ss work, it will be fresh like Febreeze, they should be doing new things right? #moedchat
    In reply to @LSiebenmorgen
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A2. We have a format where parents and students meet with individual teachers. Open forum. #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    Exactly, they take ownership of THEIR learning #moedchat
    • elissafield Sep 7 @ 10:23 PM EDT
      I'm a huge advocate for student-led conf as well. Ss have great, honest insight - cuts to point, & then they're vested in outcomes #moedchat
      In reply to @joshchoward
  • GeoJo22 Sep 7 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A2 Not really. Some parents bring their students with them, but it is not required. #moedchat
  • AssignmentHelpN Sep 7 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/N8NF3byMeG #ditchbook #moedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    I am probably about 3 years out from making that happen, need to build the culture around portfolios so that the Ss own it first #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • thyme4books Sep 7 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    I don't think info shared during conf should ever be a surprise to Ps or Ss. Cont communication is essential. #moedchat
  • massignmenthelp Sep 7 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    The SAMR Model: Effective Technology Integration in Classrooms https://t.co/FKXZPYFim7 #ditchbook #moedchat
  • nixon1019 Sep 7 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A2 we use the Student Led Conference format. Students play the most important role in explaining their growth and success. #MOedchat
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    That's awesome! All Ss could benefit from student-led conferences, if done correctly! #moedchat
    • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:22 PM EDT
      Student led conferences are encouraged all the way down to Kind. in our school. #moedchat
      In reply to @debbiefuco
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    So why do we have the traditional P/T conferences? :) #moedchat
    In reply to @thyme4books
  • elissafield Sep 7 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    Exactly that. They've been listened to = trust. Solutions anchor in their insights. They own power to learn & solve. #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    We started small - one or two things. But now My Ss will add all sorts of things we work on throughout the year. #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    The thought is to get them used to it early and it will get easier every year. #moedchat
    In reply to @debbiefuco
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A3. We are in our 2nd year of the Open Forum format. Parents/teachers really like it. Made the switch after surveying Ps. #MOedchat
  • El_FrinkELA Sep 7 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A3: ours is very accommodating as it is very open but personal and informal. We are just struggling to find ways to get Ps to come #moedchat
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A2: We had a student discussion panel at our provincial conference (400+ attendees). Some were on stage, others by vidéoconférence #moedchat
  • JenBearden Sep 7 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    #FDOFG2017--Nature Hunt! #STEM #learnlap #tlap #1stchat @robinsonelem #turtles #moedchat https://t.co/8BzHLuuP1Y
  • jbeardensclass Sep 7 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    #FDOFG2017--Nature Hunt! #STEM #learnlap #tlap #1stchat @robinsonelem #turtles #moedchat... https://t.co/5XCitw1lDQ
  • halliesmills Sep 7 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    Offer food. :) #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A2. We moved away from Student Led 2 yrs ago. #MOedchat
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A3 Emphasize student led so Ss have voice. Wish we could be more flexible on dates/times-Ps can only pick from two dates to attend #moedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    We’re using @leaderinme and building Leadership Binders, digitizing them, and hopefully continuing them thu ed career, #babysteps #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward, @leaderinme
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Found our poster quote of the evening ; ) #moedchat
    • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:23 PM EDT
      Stress can be a good thing when it comes to motivation #moedchat
      In reply to @JasonCMcDowell, @TedHiff
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    I'd like to look more into this because this is something our Ss are really missing. #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @leaderinme
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    A2: I have also worked with a school in which Ss present their lrng portfolio during T-P conferences. #moedchat
  • thyme4books Sep 7 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    Ps expect it and it is easier than Ss led conferences. Ts provide the narrative & take the thinking away from the Ss. #MOedchat
    • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:28 PM EDT
      So why do we have the traditional P/T conferences? :) #moedchat
      In reply to @thyme4books
  • LSiebenmorgen Sep 7 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    #MOedchat A3. We allow parents to schedule a time that works for the parent and student to meet with seminar teacher and/or admin
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    Why? Just curious #moedchat
    In reply to @TedHiff
  • nixon1019 Sep 7 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    I have students put together Digital Notebook websites we use all year long for all of their work. They show them at conferences #MOedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • JasonCMcDowell Sep 7 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    We did that at a prior building I was in and the turnout was impressive. We even had extended family coming in! #moedchat
    In reply to @halliesmills, @El_FrinkELA
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    We must have 100% contact for P/T conf. If they don't show, trips to their homes are made. Phone conferences are last resort. #moedchat
  • thelensthinkers Sep 7 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    #moedchat Don't miss out on seeing @MrSchuReads in Oct. in Co, Mo https://t.co/c6YTU2d5Rn
  • halliesmills Sep 7 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    Hmm..community sponsors? Or maybe just have food trucks come on conference night? Then no one needs upfront money... #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    Ding Ding Ding. It really does help. #moedchat
    In reply to @halliesmills, @El_FrinkELA
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    What was the reasoning? #moedchat
    In reply to @TedHiff
  • thyme4books Sep 7 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    We need a shift in thinking and expectations of our Ss. #KidsDeserveIt #MOedchat
  • LSiebenmorgen Sep 7 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    #MOedchat A3. For the 1st year a Ts created a template for the students to use when presenting. Ss found it to be very useful.
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    Hi everyone, Joël from Callander, Ontario Canada. I am a principal & leadership coach. #moedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    We’ll discuss in between rhymes at @MOREbyMOREnet conference! #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward, @leaderinme, @MOREbyMOREnet
  • halliesmills Sep 7 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    Sometimes it doesn't even need to be a whole meal - just an ice cream bar! #moedchat
    In reply to @JasonCMcDowell, @El_FrinkELA
  • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    Q4. Feedback is an important component as well. How do you know the effectiveness of conferences at your school each year? #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    Let’s challenge that, make regular communication a thing and ditch spending several ENTIRE days and nights at school? #moedchat
    In reply to @thyme4books
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    Parents wanted the 1 on 1 time with teachers. Students attend 2. We call them parent-teacher-student conferences. #MOedchat
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    Welcome to #moedchat!
    In reply to @jprofNB
  • JasonCMcDowell Sep 7 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    1 thing I heard regularly at a bldg that did S led was "we came to hear from the teacher, we hear from our kid all the time. #moedchat
    In reply to @TedHiff
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    I like the name change though, Ss should be a part of it, it is their learning after all #moedchat
    In reply to @TedHiff
  • e_whalen Sep 7 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    A4: Great question! That we don't have an answer for. How do others measure/monitor effectiveness of conferences? #MOedchat
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    Well over 80% free/reduced lunch. #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:34 PM EDT
    Force the issue, I like it #moedchat
    In reply to @di_chamberlain
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    Yup! #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward, @halliesmills, @El_FrinkELA
  • halliesmills Sep 7 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    I completely understand. Worked at a school that participated in @HomeWorksVisit which was great. Brought conf. to Ss homes. #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA, @JasonCMcDowell, @HomeWorksVisit
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    Love this format but lots of push-back from Ts. Fear of 'lack of privacy' & Ps taking too much time. #moedchat
  • thyme4books Sep 7 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    We give our parents a survey ahead of time to find out their needs/wants. Then we send home an exit slip for parent homework. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:33 PM EDT
      Q4. Feedback is an important component as well. How do you know the effectiveness of conferences at your school each year? #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    Food trucks have weird rules about showing up, like they have to get a certain $ amount or # of guests #moedchat
    In reply to @halliesmills, @El_FrinkELA
  • nixon1019 Sep 7 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    At our Stud Led Conf teachers are there too as facilitators to answer Qs and provide feedback. #MOedchat
    In reply to @JasonCMcDowell, @TedHiff
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    Majority of our parents can sit w/ their kids at use the Student Led process. They prefer 1 on 1 w/ Teacher and their child. #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us! #moedchat
    In reply to @jprofNB
  • LSiebenmorgen Sep 7 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    #MOedchat A4. We asked the parents to fill out a short survey after the conference. Compiled the results & looking to make changes this year
  • halliesmills Sep 7 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    Rules....so complicated! #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @El_FrinkELA
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    It helps to take the stakes and stigma off P/T conferences by being super thorough and intentional about parent contact all year #moedchat
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    @awall777 @El_FrinkELA It helps get the parents there when the Ss know we will come to their house if they don't. ;) #moedchat
  • e_whalen Sep 7 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    We have a hybrid...conf are 20 minutes - first 10 w homeroom T, then can visit two other Ts in second 10 minutes #moedchat
    In reply to @debbiefuco
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    Because we've always done it that way??? #moedchat
    • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:28 PM EDT
      So why do we have the traditional P/T conferences? :) #moedchat
      In reply to @thyme4books
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A4: Never actually thought about it that way! 🤔 #moedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    Right? Its for the kids, come on! #moedchat
    In reply to @halliesmills, @El_FrinkELA
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    I completely understand. The open forum allows for all voices. It just depends on your community. #moedchat #schoolchoice
    • e_whalen Sep 7 @ 10:35 PM EDT
      I've heard that, too. But still prefer S led. Hear far more positive than negative.
      In reply to @JasonCMcDowell, @TedHiff
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    UGH……………. #moedchat
    In reply to @debbiefuco
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    Don't leave your relationship with a P up to one day in the fall and one in the spring. Be present to the Ps all year long. #moedchat
  • nixon1019 Sep 7 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    A4 we ask parents to complete a survey while they are still at school after conferences. They can do it on student chromebooks #MOedchat
  • thyme4books Sep 7 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    W/ tech like SeeSaw, parents can see a digital portfolio of their Ss progress and make comments. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:33 PM EDT
      Q4. Feedback is an important component as well. How do you know the effectiveness of conferences at your school each year? #MOedchat
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    A4: I imagine we could ask parents (survey). Hard to tell when Ts are the ones doing all the talking usually. #moedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    That was also a common voiced message. Whatever format you use, make sure the community supports it. #MOedchat
    • JasonCMcDowell Sep 7 @ 10:34 PM EDT
      1 thing I heard regularly at a bldg that did S led was "we came to hear from the teacher, we hear from our kid all the time. #moedchat
      In reply to @TedHiff
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    Yes, they follow up. We use sign in sheets and tally up % at the end. Building principals pass it up the chain of command. #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA
  • JasonCMcDowell Sep 7 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A4. That's hard to judge. If it opens the door for future convo & builds on a positive relationship btwn T&P then it's effective. #Moedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:33 PM EDT
      Q4. Feedback is an important component as well. How do you know the effectiveness of conferences at your school each year? #MOedchat
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    Agreed! #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @TedHiff
  • JasonCMcDowell Sep 7 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    Regular communication of positives and struggles is by far the most effective way to go. With MOST parents. #Moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @thyme4books
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A4 Main metric is % of fams that attend, which doesn't tell us much about the quality of the event. Any P/T conf feedback models? #moedchat
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Our conf involve teacher, parents and Ss, but Ss take the lead. #moedchat
    In reply to @TedHiff
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Interesting that Ps wanted the Open Forum format! Love that you met their needs after a survey! #moedchat
    • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:28 PM EDT
      A3. We are in our 2nd year of the Open Forum format. Parents/teachers really like it. Made the switch after surveying Ps. #MOedchat
  • halliesmills Sep 7 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    That definitely makes it hard. Why do you think Ps don't come? #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA, @awall777
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Does anyone at the middle level use @Seesaw ? #MOedchat
    • thyme4books Sep 7 @ 10:38 PM EDT
      W/ tech like SeeSaw, parents can see a digital portfolio of their Ss progress and make comments. #MOedchat
      • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:33 PM EDT
        Q4. Feedback is an important component as well. How do you know the effectiveness of conferences at your school each year? #MOedchat
  • nixon1019 Sep 7 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Students should be doing most of the talking! Stud Led Conf allows that. We streamlined the process after 6 years of this format. #MOedchat
    In reply to @jprofNB
  • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    Q5. What innovative ideas do you have regarding increasing parent engagement with your conferences? #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    I’ve learned this the hard way… #firstyearproblems #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    @tweetdeck is killing me #moedchat
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    Live this format also! Is it mandatory for Ss to attend? #moedchat
    In reply to @debbiefuco
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    How to do you get Ps to talk more? Many Ps don't feel equipped to jump into the conversation, even when it's student led. #moedchat
    In reply to @jprofNB
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    I've had 100% by the end of the scheduled conferences for the last 3 years. Never have had to make a home visit. #knockonwood #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    Wondering if/why Ps feel their conferences in the past were not informative? Why? How to address? #moedchat
    • El_FrinkELA Sep 7 @ 10:28 PM EDT
      A3: ours is very accommodating as it is very open but personal and informal. We are just struggling to find ways to get Ps to come #moedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    Capitalism, am I right? #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA, @halliesmills
  • ELanghorst Sep 7 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    1/2 late to party - have student record a quick 4-5 min video describing their work in your class, play it at PT conf and then.. #moedchat
  • JasonCMcDowell Sep 7 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    Could be a happy medium. #MOedchat
    In reply to @jprofNB, @TedHiff
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A4. We survey parents every fall. During Conferences. Conferences begin next week, so the survey process will begin shortly. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:33 PM EDT
      Q4. Feedback is an important component as well. How do you know the effectiveness of conferences at your school each year? #MOedchat
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    Glad to be here! #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • ELanghorst Sep 7 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    2/2 ..is essentially a student led conf even if they are not there - have done it and parents love it (8th gr) #moedchat
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    .@TedHiff is the Open Forum mandatory for Ss to attend? #moedchat
    • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:42 PM EDT
      Live this format also! Is it mandatory for Ss to attend? #moedchat
      In reply to @debbiefuco
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    My kids (2 and 5) just started extra-curriculars and I am super busy, can’t imagine what is is like when they are older… #moedchat
    In reply to @halliesmills, @El_FrinkELA
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    Y-E-S!!! @joshchoward #moedchat
    • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:37 PM EDT
      Don't leave your relationship with a P up to one day in the fall and one in the spring. Be present to the Ps all year long. #moedchat
  • El_FrinkELA Sep 7 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A4: Ours is gauged by attendance and that is about it #moedchat
  • nixon1019 Sep 7 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A5. We use a digital Conf scheduler, send home notes, emails, and have Ss call/text Ps during HR. Strive for 100%. #MOedchat
    In reply to @MOedchat
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Agreed. Maybe the trick is if we make it so that the Ss can follow, the parents will also. #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Why not use # of contacts per week or something like that, it would be more realistic, right? #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • El_FrinkELA Sep 7 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    A5: None personally. We've tried academic fairs, band concerts, drama talent shows, all with little effect #moedchat
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Thanks Debbie! #moedchat
    In reply to @debbiefuco, @TedHiff
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    Pretty much.... #moedchat
    In reply to @debbiefuco
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    This format also empowers our elective teachers to be more connected. #MOedchat
  • JasonCMcDowell Sep 7 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    That's one we look at also. It's so hard to judge the intangibles. Attendance is important because if there not, we'll... #Moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    And a better model to follow. #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    I would love to see what Qs you ask on your survey. #moedchat
    In reply to @TedHiff
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A5. Offer Mini parent PD sessions throughout the evening of conferences. #MOedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:42 PM EDT
      Q5. What innovative ideas do you have regarding increasing parent engagement with your conferences? #MOedchat
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Or even #ClassNotebook ! #moedchat @MicrosoftEduCA
    In reply to @thyme4books, @MicrosoftEduCA
  • nixon1019 Sep 7 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A5. We also do a conference call S Led Conf for parents that don't have availability in evening. Ss still do most of the talking. #MOedchat
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Sad! #moedchat
    • El_FrinkELA Sep 7 @ 10:47 PM EDT
      I don't think it is that I feel it is more of a disconnect between education and its value to everyone
      In reply to @debbiefuco
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A5 going to get crazy here, drop the whole thing and expect regular contact all year long? Provide digital showing of progress? #moedchat
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    A5 Change the model - move away from the "BIG EVENT" and make parent teacher conferences something that happens all year long. #moedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    @joshchoward our teachers facilitate the conversation to help parents feel more comfortable. #MOedchat
    • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:42 PM EDT
      How to do you get Ps to talk more? Many Ps don't feel equipped to jump into the conversation, even when it's student led. #moedchat
      In reply to @jprofNB
  • halliesmills Sep 7 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    I'm in the same boat @awall777. Our district offers two late nights for conf. and one morning, 9-12. (No Ss that day.) #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @El_FrinkELA, @awall777
  • e_whalen Sep 7 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A5: margarita bar 🤣 (that's a joke, of course!) #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    That is lacking the whole purpose of EDU, the students. But, dropping it would be a major culture shock #moedchat
    In reply to @halliesmills, @El_FrinkELA
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    There are so many ways we can keep constant contact these days --we really don't need to keep doing it the same way we always have #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A5: Maybe mix it with Ss giving workshops for parents? #moedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    Or is it… #moedchat
    In reply to @e_whalen
  • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Q6. Based on tonight's #MOedchat what changes might you recommend or consider for your school?
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Hi Joël! Glad you're joining #moedchat tonight!
    • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:32 PM EDT
      Hi everyone, Joël from Callander, Ontario Canada. I am a principal & leadership coach. #moedchat
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Best Answer. #moedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    @debbiefuco No it's not. However, we see about 95-96% of parents bringing their children to conferences. #MOedchat
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    But parents really do like the face to face conference format. #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward, @awall777
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    I’d put that in the category of excessive… no down time, kids need down time, but that is a different chat topic... #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA, @halliesmills
  • jprofNB Sep 7 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Happy to be here! #moedchat
    In reply to @debbiefuco
  • JasonCMcDowell Sep 7 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Totally agree. Positive contacts from the school are key. Also informing P's before an issue has drug on for a quarter or sem. #MOedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward
  • e_whalen Sep 7 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    A6: Better contact throughout year #MOedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    I can send it to you @di_chamberlain #MOedchat
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Love the food idea, especially food trucks! #moedchat
    • halliesmills Sep 7 @ 10:32 PM EDT
      Sometimes it doesn't even need to be a whole meal - just an ice cream bar! #moedchat
      In reply to @JasonCMcDowell, @El_FrinkELA
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    I'd love that! Thanks! #moedchat
    In reply to @TedHiff
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    So do I, but if face to face twice a year is your whole contact model, that's not good enough. #moedchat
    In reply to @di_chamberlain, @awall777
  • halliesmills Sep 7 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    Just thought of that, but now I need to seriously look into it! #moedchat
    In reply to @debbiefuco
  • e_whalen Sep 7 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    Good night all! Have a #fabulousFriday! #MOedchat
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    That's not the whole contact model. Just wouldn't get rid of it. We have positive contacts all year long. #moedchat
    In reply to @joshchoward, @awall777
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    Why does it have to be only a one time event every quarter? #moedchat
    In reply to @di_chamberlain, @joshchoward
  • JasonCMcDowell Sep 7 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A6. I could see adding in a student led component to class conferences. #moedchat
    • MOedchat Sep 7 @ 10:51 PM EDT
      Q6. Based on tonight's #MOedchat what changes might you recommend or consider for your school?
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    Love this idea, @ELanghorst #moedchat
    • ELanghorst Sep 7 @ 10:43 PM EDT
      2/2 ..is essentially a student led conf even if they are not there - have done it and parents love it (8th gr) #moedchat
  • El_FrinkELA Sep 7 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A6: we are finally venturing into the world of District social media so making sure it is utilized for necessities such as this #moedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    Tempting @GuidanceFHMS ! #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    Invite the Ps to come face to face whenever they need to, hard on us, but worth it in the long run?#moedchat
    In reply to @di_chamberlain, @joshchoward
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    Geez, I sound like @wmchamberlain don’t I? #moedchat
    In reply to @di_chamberlain, @joshchoward, @wmchamberlain
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    CRAZY busy! #moedchat
    • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:44 PM EDT
      My kids (2 and 5) just started extra-curriculars and I am super busy, can’t imagine what is is like when they are older… #moedchat
      In reply to @halliesmills, @El_FrinkELA
  • El_FrinkELA Sep 7 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    A6.2 if we can gen get attendance up start utilizing more evidence based solutions to provide Ps w/ info instead of just grades #moedchat
  • nixon1019 Sep 7 @ 10:55 PM EDT
    Q6. I'd really like to know more about PD for parents.@TedHiff can you share? #MOedchat
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    A5. Right now we have @KonaIce at conferences. #moedchat
  • JasonCMcDowell Sep 7 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    Literally an open door policy. #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @di_chamberlain, @joshchoward
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    We have both fall and spring conferences. #MOedchat #moedchat
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    I don't think you want to go there.... ;) #moedchat
    In reply to @awall777, @joshchoward, @wmchamberlain
  • halliesmills Sep 7 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    #Truth #moedchat
    • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:52 PM EDT
      So do I, but if face to face twice a year is your whole contact model, that's not good enough. #moedchat
      In reply to @di_chamberlain, @awall777
  • JasonCMcDowell Sep 7 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    It's been a while since I've made it but glad I did tonight. Have a great Friday! #MOedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    No, no I don’t… Ha! #moedchat
    In reply to @di_chamberlain, @joshchoward, @wmchamberlain
  • LSiebenmorgen Sep 7 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    #MOedchat A6. Invite all stakeholders to conferences. Showcase what Ss& Ts are doing throughout the year to anyone who wants to see
  • TedHiff - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    Social Media is a key component to our Parent communication! @smore @Twitter @facebook @remind #moedchat
    • El_FrinkELA Sep 7 @ 10:54 PM EDT
      A6: we are finally venturing into the world of District social media so making sure it is utilized for necessities such as this #moedchat
  • debbiefuco - Moderator Sep 7 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    YES! Relationship with Ps = key to Ss success. Let Ps know you feed privileged to be teaching their children! #moedchat
    • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:37 PM EDT
      Don't leave your relationship with a P up to one day in the fall and one in the spring. Be present to the Ps all year long. #moedchat
  • di_chamberlain Sep 7 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    We are on the verge of inviting some Ps to sit in class w/their Ss, if you know what I mean. ;) #moedchat
    In reply to @JasonCMcDowell, @awall777, @joshchoward
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    I’ve always done that too, but inevitably, someone waits until they are fuming… #moedchat
    In reply to @El_FrinkELA, @di_chamberlain, @joshchoward
  • joshchoward Sep 7 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    A6 If I learned anything tonight, it's that I need to call food trucks tomorrow and tell 'em to GET OUT HERE FOR THE KIDS #moedchat
  • awall777 Sep 7 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    I like your style #moedchat
    In reply to @di_chamberlain, @JasonCMcDowell, @joshchoward