#ksedchat Archive
Thank you for visiting #ksedchat. We welcome all educators to our chat that runs Mondays at 8 p.m. Central. Though many of our educators have their homes in Kansas, all teachers are welcome to pop in and join in on the learning.
Monday June 5, 2017
9:00 PM EDT
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Welcome to
#KSedchat
We are super excited to moderate tonight's chat as we highlight
#KidsDeserveIt
#momsasprincipals
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Good Evening,
#KSedchat
Please introduce yourself and share your plans for the summer!
participatechat
Jun 5 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Participate in the upcoming
#ksedchat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/vhusr5knZ1
WinkelerD
Jun 5 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Dan, business teacher from St. Louis. Plans for the summer...get ready for baby Winkeler due in Sept.
#KSedchat
mrvesco
- Moderator
Jun 5 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Hey
#ksedchat
! Tim Vesco, 5th Grade Teacher. Frontenac, Kansas. I am this excited for the
#KidsDeserveIt
chat tonight!
awelcome
Jun 5 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Hey hey
#KSedchat
Adam from California here + co-author of
#KidsDeserveIt
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:01 PM EDT
#ksedchat
#momsasprincipals
#principalsinaction
#kidsdeserveit
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:00 PM EDT
Welcome to
#KSedchat
We are super excited to moderate tonight's chat as we highlight
#KidsDeserveIt
#momsasprincipals
SusanMelbye
Jun 5 @ 9:01 PM EDT
#Ksedchat
Susan.. Checking in from Virginia! :) Principal at PreK-5 school! Summer - Going to the conference and beach time :)
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Welcome, Dan! Awww...that is so exciting! Congratulations!
#KSedchat
In reply to @WinkelerD
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Melissa, Elem Principal from IL &
#momsasprincipals
blogger. Excited to meet
#principalsinaction
at NPC in Philly this summer!
#Ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalTallen
PrincipalFrench
Jun 5 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Mark here, elementary principal in Hopkins, MN. I have plans to travel to South Dakota, Philly, Michigan & northern MN.
#ksedchat
misshaysteach
Jun 5 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Hey I'm Marah from Manhattan, KS! I am recharging this summer
#pooleveryday
#books
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Tracey Allen from Northern CA moderating the
#KSedchat
with my
#momsasprincipals
crew. I'm looking forward to a "staycation" with my family
zlatnikj
Jun 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Hello! I'm Joe, SS T at Basehor-Linwood MS. Headed to Europe on Saturday! Then a
@Gilder_Lehrman
Teacher Institute at Gettysburg!
#ksedchat
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Hey KS Peep! I'm a principal in Hutch & also a
#momsasprincipals
blogger! I'm excited to co-moderate tonight's
#ksedchat
about
#kidsdeservit
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Hello
#ksedchat
! Can't wait to re-charge this summer, especially at
#npc17
#momsasprincipals
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Woot! Woot!
@awelcome
is in the house!!! The co-founder of
#KidsDeserveIt
#KSedchat
awelcome
Jun 5 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Hey hey
#KSedchat
Adam from California here + co-author of
#KidsDeserveIt
cathyjacobs5
Jun 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Cathy Jacobs, principal
@MatzkeElemCFISD
in Houston, TX! Boston/Maine and then Destin, FL!
#KSedchat
missbertels_
Jun 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Hi, guys! I'm Olivia. My plans for the summer = my best friend's wedding, California to see my parents, and a trip to Dallas! βοΈπ΄
#ksedchat
OKNatalieJ
Jun 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Natalie in
#oklaed
checking in for
#KSedchat
Hoping to relax and recharge this summer with family and friends. πππ
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Oops maybe I should actually intro myself...Liz, elem principal in MA
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Welcome, Tim! We're glad that you are here!
#KSedchat
In reply to @mrvesco
AnnaCalven
Jun 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Anna Calven, Gifted Facilitator from the Wichita, KS suburbs.
#ksedchat
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Lindsy here! Fellow
#momsasprincipals
3-5 principal from Illinois. My Sumer plans?
#npc17
!!!!!
#Ksedchat
blbrownlee
Jun 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Hey
#KSedchat
! Brenna, 3rd grade T at Derby Hills Elementary in Derby, KS! Looking forward to a fun summer with family!
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Hi
#ksedchat
! Deb from De Soto teaching 1st grade next year. Made it home in time form the board meeting & quick stop in my new classroom.
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Welcome, Susan! Glad you are here!
#KSedchat
In reply to @SusanMelbye
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Hello
#ksedchat
. Lemarr Treadwell, Fresno CA
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Fellow
#momsasprincipals
....this is my friend, Tim! He's an amazing teacher and lip sync battle contestant!!!
#ksedchat
mrvesco
- Moderator
Jun 5 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Hey
#ksedchat
! Tim Vesco, 5th Grade Teacher. Frontenac, Kansas. I am this excited for the
#KidsDeserveIt
chat tonight!
snordenWSUproud
Jun 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Sharon Norden 5th grade Edu at Derby Hills. I plan to tan, read and take a small vacation!
#ksedchat
#kidsdeserveit
In reply to @PrincipalTallen
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Hello, my friend!
#KSedchat
In reply to @TeacherMelissa
rachaelpeck23
Jun 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Rachael,elementary principal from CA
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:03 PM EDT
That teacher institute sounds awesome, Joe! Welcome!
#KSedchat
In reply to @zlatnikj, @Gilder_Lehrman
JillWebs
Jun 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Hi
#KSedchat
I and out tonight...Jill from Cheney, 7-8 SocStud & HS Teaching as a Career
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT
How cool is this!! Welcome to
@awelcome
...he's one of the authors of
#kidsdeserveit
#ksedchat
awelcome
Jun 5 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Hey hey
#KSedchat
Adam from California here + co-author of
#KidsDeserveIt
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Welcome! What part of CA will you be visiting?
#KSedchat
In reply to @missbertels_
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Hey Susan! Thanks for popping by!!
#ksedchat
In reply to @SusanMelbye
JJ_Burry
Jun 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Good evening
#ksedchat
! I'm Jess- 7th grade writing in Texas.
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Welcome, Cathy!
#KSedchat
In reply to @cathyjacobs5, @MatzkeElemCFISD
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Wahoo,
@rachaelpeck23
in the
#ksedchat
house!!!
In reply to @rachaelpeck23, @rachaelpeck23
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Hi Anna! We are glad that you are here!
#KSedchat
In reply to @AnnaCalven
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Are you a teacher for
@DHEPrincipal
???
#ksedchat
In reply to @snordenWSUproud, @PrincipalTallen, @DHEPrincipal
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Hi Jessica!!!!
#Ksedchat
jgomezprincipal
Jun 5 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Jessica, elem principal in Colton, CA. Heading to Philly for NAESP & home remodeling!
AmandaBuethe
- Moderator
Jun 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Hi all!! Amanda, 1st from
#usd303
! This is what my June looks like!
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
ME too!
#KSedchat
In reply to @lmstump
LariLiner
Jun 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
PK 6 Principal from Dallas TX and my summer plans are Maui!
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Welcome, Brenna! We are glad that you are here tonight!
#KSedchat
In reply to @blbrownlee
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Hey Brenna!! Thank you for taking part tonight!
#ksedchat
In reply to @blbrownlee
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Forgot to mention summer plans.
#nerdcampks
#edcampks
#podstock17
and family trip to Branson, MO.
#ksedchat
oneal_nat
Jun 5 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Natalie Vanderbeck, Pittsburg, KS, K-5 Title Math starting in August!!! Glad to joining
#KSedchat
tonight!!
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT
We are glad that you made it!
#KSedchat
In reply to @dkmartin69
MeganBlackEHS
Jun 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Hey
#ksedchat
&
#momsasprincipals
! Megan, AP in Eudora, KS, transitioning to be an AP @ Olathe West! That's what I'll be doing this summer!
PrincipalFrench
Jun 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Can't wait to see my
#momsasprincipals
friends in Philadelphia at
#NPC17
!
#ksedchat
ksedleader
Jun 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT
#KSedchat
Wish I could participate! 6:00 where I am so heading out to dinner.
#travelwoes
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Welcome Lemarr!
#KSedchat
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
perezhasclass
Jun 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Katie Perez, Edu Consultant
@ESSDACK
. My summer plans include
#nerdcampks
#EdCampKS
and
#Podstock17
!
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Woot! Woot! I do like a good lip sync battle!
#KSedchat
In reply to @mccall_kelley
JJ_Burry
Jun 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Oh! My plans for the summer include crocheting, reading, writing, and spending time with my family!
#ksedchat
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT
I heart Maui!
#ksedchat
In reply to @LariLiner
mr_ferrans
Jun 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT
3rd grade Math/Science teacher from Dallas, TX. Summer plans are still pretty much open!
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT
That sounds relaxing to me!
#KSedchat
In reply to @snordenWSUproud
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Woot! Woot! Hello
@AmandaBuethe
#ksedchat
In reply to @AmandaBuethe, @AmandaBuethe
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Woot! Woot! My friend, Rachel made it!
#KSedchat
In reply to @rachaelpeck23
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Welcome, Jill!
#KSedchat
In reply to @JillWebs
TheColon_s
Jun 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Lynn Colon, VA
#ksedchat
#momsasprincipals
ZelinaMPames
Jun 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Oh, I am 2-3 principal from Ohio.
#ksedchat
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Hi Lynn!
#ksedchat
In reply to @TheColon_s
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Welcome, Jess!
#KSedchat
In reply to @JJ_Burry
LariLiner
Jun 5 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Hey
#Ksedchat
this is my awesome 3rd grade teacher...follow him! He is Awwwesome!
mr_ferrans
Jun 5 @ 9:07 PM EDT
3rd grade Math/Science teacher from Dallas, TX. Summer plans are still pretty much open!
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Ok....That is AWESOME, Amanda!
#KSedchat
In reply to @AmandaBuethe
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Hey Miss
@perezhasclass
Love having you stop by and can't wait for
#Podstock17
It's my jam!
#ksedchat
perezhasclass
Jun 5 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Katie Perez, Edu Consultant
@ESSDACK
. My summer plans include
#nerdcampks
#EdCampKS
and
#Podstock17
!
#KSedchat
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Welcome, glad you are here!
#ksedchat
In reply to @ZelinaMPames
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT
So happy that you are here!
#KSedchat
In reply to @LariLiner
sbbrown12
Jun 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Sarah, principal in MO
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:09 PM EDT
We are glad that you are here, too, Natalie!
#KSedchat
In reply to @oneal_nat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Q1) Take a look at #5 from
#kidsdeserveit
, how do you show your Ss that they matter?
#KSedchat
oneal_nat
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Had 1st day of summer school today. Spending 2 wks in FL @ the end of July to celebrate parent's 40th anniversary!
#KSedchat
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Welcome to our
#ksedchat
!
In reply to @ZelinaMPames
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
That sounds awesome! Welcome aboard!
#KSedchat
In reply to @MeganBlackEHS
kaspar_kellye
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Kellye Kaspar 5th grade math Interventionist in Texas.
#KSedchat
TheColon_s
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Summer Plans- learning, getting real time with my
#momsasprincipals
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
I can hardly wait to see you too, my friend!
#KSedchat
#NPC17
In reply to @PrincipalFrench
awelcome
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
A1 - By knowing their names, being involved in their interests, showing them I care, looking at them in the eyes!
#KSedchat
#KidsDeserveIt
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Here is the link to purchase the
#KidsDeserveIt
poster from Q1! Grab your copy now!
https://t.co/4s42Apx4MO
#KSedchat
KidsDeserveIt
May 1 @ 7:38 PM EDT
Like our "10 Things Kids Deserve" poster??? Get your copy NOW! 100% proceeds donated to Foster Homes
https://t.co/JTxNhvh9u5
#kidsdeserveit
BlossJulie
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Principal Julie Bloss joining in a little late tonight from rural Oklahoma
#ksedchat
π
WinkelerD
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Hate to intro and run, but it's my moms birthday and my wife and I are going to surprise her with ice cream!
#tlap
#COLchat
#KSedchat
harmen512
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Me three!!!!
#Ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalTallen, @lmstump
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
That sounds like great summer plans to me!
#KSedchat
In reply to @perezhasclass, @ESSDACK
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Welcome, Julie! Glad you could join us!
#Ksedchat
In reply to @BlossJulie
cathyjacobs5
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
A1: Greet them every morning by name, with a smile, hug or high five.
#KSedchat
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
A1: I make it a point to know every single name of all students in my school and have real conversations w/them
#ksedchat
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
can you believe we will all actually be in the same place at the same time?!
#ksedchat
In reply to @TheColon_s
SusanMelbye
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
#ksedchat
#momsasprincipals
By giving the students time. Talk with them, play with them, eat with them. Little things
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1. To show Ss they matter I provide opportunities for Ss Voice & Choice.
@flipgrid
@sway
#ksedchat
#KidsDeserveIt
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1) Make connections, celebrate growth, be visible, have fun, know their names, make
#GoodNewsCallofTheDay
and do this...
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
Yeah, Lynn is here!
#KSedchat
In reply to @TheColon_s
zlatnikj
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1: Take interest in Ss as people. Talk with them about things other than class stuff. Engage w/ them like any other person
#ksedchat
LariLiner
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1 By stopping and listening to them! You can learn alot just by hanging out!
#kidsdeserveit
#KSedchat
MeganBlackEHS
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1 Every time you walk by a S, u have an opportunity to let them know they matter. You can either walk by &say nothing, or engage!
#ksedchat
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
Arrival and Dismissal are my favorite times to connect with students and let them know how much we care about them!
#Ksedchat
In reply to @cathyjacobs5
WinkelerD
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1: I celebrate them in every possible way. I let them know personally and send e-mails home to their parents with the good news.
#ksedchat
harmen512
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
Can't wait to meet you and hear about my old Minnesota stomping grounds!!!
#npc17
#ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalFrench
PrincipalFrench
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1) I made nearly 200
#GoodNewsCallOfTheDay
phone calls home for 135 different students. Here was the last one.
#ksedchat
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
Fist bumps, hugs, hellos, how are yous, a listening ear, a kind word, and helping them get better every day. It is my priviledge!
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Q1) Take a look at #5 from
#kidsdeserveit
, how do you show your Ss that they matter?
#KSedchat
oneal_nat
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1. Ask about their life and remember special things about each S. Making an effort to connect with each S.
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Q1) Take a look at #5 from
#kidsdeserveit
, how do you show your Ss that they matter?
#KSedchat
snordenWSUproud
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1) I take time & have lunch with my Ss. I also buy each of them pencils, at the start of every month as a small gift to show π.
#Ksedchat
AnnaCalven
Jun 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1) Shake their hand and welcome them to class, listen, write postcards, send X-mas cards, attend sporting/music events.
#ksedchat
misshaysteach
Jun 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1 Building a relationship, letting them make decisions, listening to them
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
Take a look at this
#KSedchat
@awelcome
is joining in the chat tonight! LOVE it!
awelcome
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
A1 - By knowing their names, being involved in their interests, showing them I care, looking at them in the eyes!
#KSedchat
#KidsDeserveIt
JJ_Burry
Jun 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1: Listen to them. Read what they write. Let them show you what they're proud of.
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Q1) Take a look at #5 from
#kidsdeserveit
, how do you show your Ss that they matter?
#KSedchat
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1-Getting to know them as a person, constantly advocating for them, seeking their input & then acting on it.Having fun with them.
#ksedchat
sbbrown12
Jun 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A 1 Dropping everything and looking at them directly in the eye to genuinely listen and ask questions.
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
So true!
#KSedchat
In reply to @LariLiner
cathyjacobs5
Jun 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
Can't wait to start good news calls next year!
#KSedchat
In reply to @PrincipalTallen
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
Yes! LOVE THIS
#ksedchat
#kidsdeserveit
#momsasprincipals
#principalsinaction
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1. To show Ss they matter I provide opportunities for Ss Voice & Choice.
@flipgrid
@sway
#ksedchat
#KidsDeserveIt
missbertels_
Jun 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1: Allow kids (safe) time to explain actions before consequences. Show you love them for who they are, not what they do.
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
BOOM! THIS IS IT!
#KSedchat
MeganBlackEHS
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1 Every time you walk by a S, u have an opportunity to let them know they matter. You can either walk by &say nothing, or engage!
#ksedchat
ZelinaMPames
Jun 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
I stop whatever I am doing to see their work or listen to a readers theatre.
#ksedchat
#momasprincpals
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Q1) Take a look at #5 from
#kidsdeserveit
, how do you show your Ss that they matter?
#KSedchat
jgomezprincipal
Jun 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1: read in classes, positive phone calls home & selfies, dance w/them at lunch, always ask them how their day is going
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Q1) Take a look at #5 from
#kidsdeserveit
, how do you show your Ss that they matter?
#KSedchat
snordenWSUproud
Jun 5 @ 9:13 PM EDT
A1) I try to ask 3 questions when they share news with me. Asking 3 questions seems to show Ss that I AM Interested in them.
#Ksedchat
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A1 let them take the lead - let them have control over the conversation
#Ksedchat
8to3withMrsV
Jun 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
Hi
#ksedchat
! Ashleigh, 3rd grade Hutchinson! Lots of reading, family time, cheer and gymnastics coaching! β€
harmen512
Jun 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
Heidi Armentrout from Brunswick OH and my plans are to head to our summer home in Canada and spend time with my teenager kids!!
#ksedchat
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
The little things are often the big things to many of our kids.
#ksedchat
SusanMelbye
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
#ksedchat
#momsasprincipals
By giving the students time. Talk with them, play with them, eat with them. Little things
ChadWSU
Jun 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A1: Easy. Point out times when they are doing something awesome, and tell them they matter OVER and OVER
#ksedchat
#kidsdeserveit
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Q1) Take a look at #5 from
#kidsdeserveit
, how do you show your Ss that they matter?
#KSedchat
JillWebs
Jun 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A1: High Fives, posts on social media of things they do awesome.
#KSedchat
blbrownlee
Jun 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A1. Greeting them everyday, showing interest in their lives, and loving them no matter what.
#ksedchat
#kidsdeserveit
OKNatalieJ
Jun 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A1 empower them to lead the school alongside me each day. S needs drive school vision. All decisions are made with Ss in mind
#ksedchat
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
Wow, I bet amazing things happened from your efforts, Mark.
#ksedchat
PrincipalFrench
Jun 5 @ 9:12 PM EDT
A1) I made nearly 200
#GoodNewsCallOfTheDay
phone calls home for 135 different students. Here was the last one.
#ksedchat
JJ_Burry
Jun 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
Please tell me more about this good news call of the day!
#ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalFrench
zlatnikj
Jun 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
Following up with kids about what they write, even if its just in passing, is so powerful in building relationships!
#ksedchat
In reply to @JJ_Burry
mr_ferrans
Jun 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A1- By asking about their personal life and family, acknowledging any and all skills they have, and forgiving/apologizing equally
#Ksedchat
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
yes! Show them what they say has meaning and value
#ksedchat
In reply to @sbbrown12
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Yes,We must make those daily connections with all Ss! They need to feel valued, loved and appreciated!
#KSedchat
MeganBlackEHS
Jun 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
This is amazing!!
#ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalFrench, @PrincipalTallen
ZelinaMPames
Jun 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Ss are so surprise when you know their names. They feel important .
#ksedchat
#momasprincpals
awelcome
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
A1 - By knowing their names, being involved in their interests, showing them I care, looking at them in the eyes!
#KSedchat
#KidsDeserveIt
snordenWSUproud
Jun 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
I do this too! Since my Ss are in 5th, they are at the right age to email and share good news with parents
#ksedchat
In reply to @WinkelerD
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Love the postcard idea!
#KSedchat
In reply to @AnnaCalven
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
We also have Positive Postcards that staff send out! Our goal is at least "5 by Friday", positive connections every week!
#Ksedchat
In reply to @cathyjacobs5, @PrincipalTallen
TheColon_s
Jun 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A1: Having lunch bunch and truly Listening. I protect this time with my ss. Oh the things I learn from them.
#ksedchat
missbertels_
Jun 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A1: This seems silly, but acknowledge them outside of your physical classroom! Don't avert your eyes in the hallway or lunchroom
#KSedchat
harmen512
Jun 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
A1 I plan on doing a good news phone call each day with my MS Ss! Hoping they think that's cool!
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT
This is definitely one of my favorite things to do!
#KSedchat
In reply to @cathyjacobs5
JillWebs
Jun 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A1b: Asked my Dr to postpone inducing baby #3 in order to run a breakout w/ my 7th Ss. (It helped that his son was a 7th grader...)
#KSedchat
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A1 never act exasperated when they ask a question - nonverbals sometimes speak more loudly than anything else
#Ksedchat
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT
Love the forgiving and apologizing. We have to model the behavior we hope to see in our students!
#kidsdeserveit
#ksedchat
In reply to @mr_ferrans
PrincipalFrench
Jun 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT
I describe it at
https://t.co/xjfCjU4Cnh
.
#ksedchat
In reply to @JJ_Burry
cathyjacobs5
Jun 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT
Love that! My APs send birthday post cards to every student during their birthday month. They love getting real mail!
#KSedchat
In reply to @TeacherMelissa, @PrincipalTallen
perezhasclass
Jun 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A1: Learn their names! Here are some tips if this isn't one of your teacher superpowers!
https://t.co/2LjsbCnbA7
#KSedchat
JJ_Burry
Jun 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT
Definitely! They love when you ask how they're progressing!
#ksedchat
In reply to @zlatnikj
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Taking the time to notice their work is so important!
#KSedchat
In reply to @ZelinaMPames
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Love that idea.
#ksedchat
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:15 PM EDT
We also have Positive Postcards that staff send out! Our goal is at least "5 by Friday", positive connections every week!
#Ksedchat
In reply to @cathyjacobs5, @PrincipalTallen
rachaelpeck23
Jun 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A1: spend time doing what they want, talking about what they want, truly listening to them w/out trying to multi task
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Welcome, Ashleigh!
#KSedchat
In reply to @8to3withMrsV
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT
so true!
#KSedchat
In reply to @dkmartin69
DrJacieMaslyk
Jun 5 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Yes!!! This is a MUST for school leaders!
#KSedchat
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:11 PM EDT
A1: I make it a point to know every single name of all students in my school and have real conversations w/them
#ksedchat
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Birthday Books for kids has been an awesome idea I βborrowedβ from the awesome
@TheColon_s
#Ksedchat
In reply to @TheColon_s, @cathyjacobs5, @PrincipalTallen, @TheColon_s
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Hey
#momsasprincipals
This is one of my awesome teachers....she is what kids deserve!
#ksedchat
8to3withMrsV
Jun 5 @ 9:14 PM EDT
Hi
#ksedchat
! Ashleigh, 3rd grade Hutchinson! Lots of reading, family time, cheer and gymnastics coaching! β€
mrvesco
- Moderator
Jun 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT
A1: Listen! Really listen!
#ksedchat
missbertels_
Jun 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT
I'm loving all the administrators here tonight, y'all!
#KSedchat
JJ_Burry
Jun 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Excellent idea!! My goal is to do this next school year! (Can I add that to T-TESS
@Tazmaniacs86
? ππ)
#ksedchat
PrincipalFrench
Jun 5 @ 9:16 PM EDT
I describe it at
https://t.co/xjfCjU4Cnh
.
#ksedchat
In reply to @JJ_Burry
zlatnikj
Jun 5 @ 9:19 PM EDT
I like to catch a kid in the hall & say, "Hey! You made a great point in your writing prompt about xyz.. that was very thoughtful"
#ksedchat
In reply to @JJ_Burry
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:19 PM EDT
Yes, I couldn't agree more! I love it when Ss share their writing with me via Google drive!
#KSedchat
In reply to @zlatnikj, @JJ_Burry
jgomezprincipal
Jun 5 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A1.2: show kids they matter...β€οΈ selfies w/students!
#Ksedchat
BlossJulie
Jun 5 @ 9:19 PM EDT
I love this! π
#KSedchat
#oklaed
#ECEchat
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Birthday Books for kids has been an awesome idea I βborrowedβ from the awesome
@TheColon_s
#Ksedchat
In reply to @TheColon_s, @cathyjacobs5, @PrincipalTallen, @TheColon_s
JanaCParker
Jun 5 @ 9:19 PM EDT
So many participating in
#ksedchat
and
#momsasprincipals
who are attending
#npc17
CANNOT wait!
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q2) Describe a risk you took this year and how it benefited your school and/or students.
#KSedchat
shaynapeeff
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A1) learn your students' names, check in on those who need it daily, celebrate successes
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Q1) Take a look at #5 from
#kidsdeserveit
, how do you show your Ss that they matter?
#KSedchat
massignmenthelp
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
10 Lifestyle Tips that can Help College Freshman Save a lot of Money
https://t.co/t4PuIYV8ld
#ksedchat
#luthed
#msmathchat
AssignmentHelpN
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
8 Easy Ways to Use Growth Mindset Approach in Classroom
https://t.co/9BOim8ka4a
#ksedchat
#luthed
#msmathchat
LariLiner
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
We are doing this next yr...β‘ it!
#ksedchat
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Birthday Books for kids has been an awesome idea I βborrowedβ from the awesome
@TheColon_s
#Ksedchat
In reply to @TheColon_s, @cathyjacobs5, @PrincipalTallen, @TheColon_s
sbbrown12
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A 1 Valuing their ideas. Letting them have a voice in their school.
#KSedchat
PrincipalWied
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
A1) know their names, high fives, smiles and celebrating the little and big stuff!
#kidsdeserveit
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Q1) Take a look at #5 from
#kidsdeserveit
, how do you show your Ss that they matter?
#KSedchat
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
When the
#momsasprincipals
come....we bring lots of friends! Thank you
#Voxer
#ksedchat
In reply to @missbertels_
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Yes! It. will. be. epic.
#ksedchat
In reply to @JanaCParker
awelcome
Jun 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A2 - Programming drones with middle school Ss, getting hundreds of Ts on
@codeorg
, just pushing the envelope!
#KSedchat
#KidsDeserveIt
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT
Jana! Nice to meet you! Youβre a new elementary principal Iβm excited to learn from!
#ksedchat
In reply to @JanaCParker
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT
I think you need to join our
@voxer
group!
#ksedchat
In reply to @JanaCParker, @voxer
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT
I even take home our LifeTouch Picture album over the summer, so I can brush up on my skills!
#KSedchat
In reply to @perezhasclass
MrsA1stGrade
Jun 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT
Jumping in late. Visiting my brother and family in Colorado. Next week visit with my biological families in Ohio and S Carolina
#ksedchat
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT
After 20+ years in the classroom. from the late great Rita Pierson.
#KidsDeserveIt
#ksedchat
JanaCParker
Jun 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A1: Going beyond the school walls! So excited to watch him play and win
#ksedchat
#momsasprincipals
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT
Me, too!
#ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalTallen, @perezhasclass
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT
A HUGE shout out to our friends
@awelcome
and
@TechNinjaTodd
for letting us use their canva creations in tonight's
#KSedchat
blbrownlee
Jun 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT
A2. Flexible Seating! Best risk I've ever taken! Game changer for my students!
#KSedchat
#kidsdeserveit
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT
I am super excited, too!
#KSedchat
#NPC17
In reply to @JanaCParker
karalu79
Jun 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT
Hi
#ksedchat
! Sorry I'm late. Hanging out in PR for the week. :D
jgomezprincipal
Jun 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT
β€οΈ
#momasprincipals
#KSedchat
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
When the
#momsasprincipals
come....we bring lots of friends! Thank you
#Voxer
#ksedchat
In reply to @missbertels_
BlossJulie
Jun 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT
A2- My risk was YouTubing our daily news show for families to watch. It has been awesome! πΊππ‘
#ksedchat
8to3withMrsV
Jun 5 @ 9:22 PM EDT
A1: I take the time 2 form relationshps w/each kid& connect 2them based upon their likes-they need to know how special they are!
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:10 PM EDT
Q1) Take a look at #5 from
#kidsdeserveit
, how do you show your Ss that they matter?
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2) We created a Stem Ed-Tech Teaching Position and formed a Fab Lab for all Ss to access!
@WilsonFabLab
has done an EPIC job!
#KSedchat
SusanMelbye
Jun 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
Q#2
#ksedchat
- being okay to be out of my comfort zone. The switch to elementary. Trying to be more positive influence on campus
LariLiner
Jun 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2 started a news crew & had online anouncements daily. Bought a green screen too. Next yr starting coding!We will learn together
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q2) Describe a risk you took this year and how it benefited your school and/or students.
#KSedchat
snordenWSUproud
Jun 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2) I asked my students to tell me when they failed, then I shared when I failed. We discussed how we can learn from failure.
#ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalTallen
ChadWSU
Jun 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2: Took a gamble and ditched my student desks. The result? Almost instant positive culture and increased maturity
#kidsdeserveit
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
We are glad that you made it!
#KSedchat
In reply to @MrsA1stGrade
cathyjacobs5
Jun 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2: monthly read alouds-50 classes. made 101 positive calls on 101st day. Risk: not meeting commitment Benefit:relationships!
#KSedchat
misshaysteach
Jun 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2 Getting rid of trad. seating and starting a sensory time...Ss liked the free movement and "play" time
#ksedchat
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2-No traditional bell work.Ss did our daily estimation then chose from reading,writing,or Lego challenges. Ss began the day happy
#ksedchat
OKNatalieJ
Jun 5 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2 1:1 Chromebook roll out with MS Ss was epic and minimally chaotic
#ksedchat
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A2 starting a coding club before school, it was one of the only times of the day I didn't allow interruptions, kids counted on me
#Ksedchat
DrJacieMaslyk
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A2: One big risk is saying "I don't know." Ss think we have all the answers. It's powerful to say-Let's figure that out together!
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q2) Describe a risk you took this year and how it benefited your school and/or students.
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Mic drop!
#KSedchat
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:21 PM EDT
After 20+ years in the classroom. from the late great Rita Pierson.
#KidsDeserveIt
#ksedchat
PrincipalFrench
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A2) I wrote a grant and received funding for coding tools & resources to work with students & teach lessons.
#ksedchat
missbertels_
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A2: Made a conscious decision to use my relationships w/ kids to deal with discipline. It only made them stronger - mutual respect
#KSedchat
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A2: Starting Graber Clubs! As w/most things, new ideas create waves of opinions. We do what's best for kids cuz
#kidsdeserveit
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q2) Describe a risk you took this year and how it benefited your school and/or students.
#KSedchat
harmen512
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Q2 I created opportunity for teachers to get into other classroom to observe daily and try new strategies! Great growth for all!!
#ksedchat
QuickSMSD
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Brian Quick, SMSD, switching to 5th next year hopping in late. A1 all about relationships - being genuine. Celebrate growth!
#ksedchat
MsLaurenMertz
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A2: I started staff book clubs which morphed into student book club.
#ksedchat
#kidsdeserveit
https://t.co/PblISMP0kW
sbbrown12
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Everything. Being new to the building, we created a huge culturing shift...in classrooms daily, teaching lessons, meeting w/ Ss
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q2) Describe a risk you took this year and how it benefited your school and/or students.
#KSedchat
misshaysteach
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
sensory time was a risk because it scrapped a morning journal/writing time
#ksedchat
#itworked
MeganBlackEHS
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A2)Giving up control on PD days-letting Ts spend time how they saw fit - webquest, read, shadow, etc. Positive effects in classes!
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
We are glad that you made it, Kara!
#KSedchat
In reply to @karalu79
JJ_Burry
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A1: We had a project where the students became the teachers for a class. They learned their skill better from having to teach it!
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q2) Describe a risk you took this year and how it benefited your school and/or students.
#KSedchat
zlatnikj
Jun 5 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A2: I did a couple of Twitter chats with my Ss about the presidential election and primaries. Had some great dialogue
#ksedchat
snordenWSUproud
Jun 5 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A2) I had Ss teach lessons, while I sat in the back and watched (and helped a bit) Its great to see Ss explain to other Ss
#ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalTallen
QuickSMSD
Jun 5 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A2 total flex seating. Kids loved it and felt comfortable.
#ksedchat
sbbrown12
Jun 5 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A2 Creating a MakerSpace with the help of
@catlett1
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q2) Describe a risk you took this year and how it benefited your school and/or students.
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:25 PM EDT
Yes, put Ss in the driver's seat! Love that!
#KSedchat
In reply to @LariLiner
AnnaCalven
Jun 5 @ 9:25 PM EDT
I went to alternative seating. I have IEPs in my room and they all had to use it. It inspired others to do the same.
#ksedchat
TheColon_s
Jun 5 @ 9:25 PM EDT
Q2: Being a disruptor for my ss. Being comfortable asking "why not?"
#ksedchat
jgomezprincipal
Jun 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A2: reading to 10-12 classes a month & weekly Positive Phone Calls Home...results...amazing connections w/students!
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q2) Describe a risk you took this year and how it benefited your school and/or students.
#KSedchat
MannKati
Jun 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT
#ksedchat
A2) starting and meeting with a Board of Blue Devils (students from every homeroom K-5) - awesome and gave students a voice
ZelinaMPames
Jun 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A2: I placed a ss with challenging behaviors in an honors class. I believed that the ss needed a challenge. The ss excelled!
#ksedchat
shaynapeeff
Jun 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A2) We tried implementing PBIS such as Positive Paw tickets & a Code of Conduct to celebrate expected behavior & to make it grow
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q2) Describe a risk you took this year and how it benefited your school and/or students.
#KSedchat
missbertels_
Jun 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A2: I made time to hang out, team build, and culture change during school hours. Sometimes, they need a break to make connections!
#KSedchat
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT
LOVE this!!! Very nice!
#ksedchat
In reply to @snordenWSUproud, @PrincipalTallen
sbbrown12
Jun 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A2 Celebrating successes. Opening the building to the community. Focusing on the possibilities rather than saying no.
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q2) Describe a risk you took this year and how it benefited your school and/or students.
#KSedchat
karalu79
Jun 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A2: I was teaching 2 new classes, so not a lot of risks other than "new" this year. Next year though...diving back in to
#sbg
.
#ksedchat
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT
A2: created a school Facebook page to tell our story
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT
We are glad that you made it, Brian!
#KSedchat
In reply to @QuickSMSD
mrterborg
Jun 5 @ 9:26 PM EDT
Never exasperate when a child asks a question, respond appropriately even if the answer is not now. Don't want to shut them down.
#Ksedchat
In reply to @lmstump
snordenWSUproud
Jun 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A2) I made a
@DonorsChoose
account & was fully funded!
#Ksedchat
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A2. My biggest risk was shifting from center stage to facilitator of Ss learning in a big way.
#OneNote
#KidsDeserveIt
#ksedchat
JillWebs
Jun 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A2: Tried new things in the classroom that are starting to spread around the school.
@breakoutEDU
#HyperDocs
and
#PBL
#ksedchat
snordenWSUproud
Jun 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A2) I started
@KansasPLTW
(Project Lead The Way) for my grade and loved it!!
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT
We are glad that you made it, Becky!
#KSedchat
In reply to @MrsBeckyTopil
PrincipalWied
Jun 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT
A2) Tchr and I made a home visit at parent teacher conferences. Not unusual but St and P were motivated.
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q2) Describe a risk you took this year and how it benefited your school and/or students.
#KSedchat
MannKati
Jun 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT
#ksedchat
A1) talking with sts & making connections
DrJacieMaslyk
Jun 5 @ 9:27 PM EDT
Love to hear that schools are creating innovative spaces!
#makerspaces
support risk taking for Ss and teachers.
#ksedchat
In reply to @sbbrown12, @catlett1
MrsBeckyTopil
Jun 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A2 Did rhe "dive" in to flexible seating. I will NEVER go back.
#ksedchat
marthahogge
Jun 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A2-everything was new this year as I was new to the building. Flexible seating, STEM Day, celebrating National Read Day - all new
#KSedchat
mr_ferrans
Jun 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A2-Implemented flexible seating this year! Allowed ss to dictate THEIR best place to work while providing multiple seating options
#KSedchat
MannKati
Jun 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT
#ksedchat
A2) supporting teachers taking risks = students taking risks & experiencing success!
TheColon_s
Jun 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A2: leading beyond a standardized test. And ss still delivered!
#KSedchat
kaspar_kellye
Jun 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
I gave my students a choice in how they were going to answer their math problems in my 5th grade. This was a successful tool
#KSedchat
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
This year, ea/class had an Instagram acct & we used a district & school hashtag. 6,000+ posts later, weβre sharing the positives!
#ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalGarden
MrsA1stGrade
Jun 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A2: I took a risk and applied for the Tynker Blue Ribbon Educator program. It was great for my students
#KSedchat
JillWebs
Jun 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A2b: At the end of yr started sending invites to my class for BOE members and Admin to join us/observe. That's gonna continue!
#ksedchat
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
Love this room!!
#ksedchat
#kidsdeserveit
mr_ferrans
Jun 5 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A2-Implemented flexible seating this year! Allowed ss to dictate THEIR best place to work while providing multiple seating options
#KSedchat
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
We have
#makerspaces
in our classroom and view the school one as an extension of ours.
#ksedchat
In reply to @DrJacieMaslyk, @sbbrown12, @catlett1
8to3withMrsV
Jun 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A2: flexible seating was a BIG risk for me... and the benefit exceeded my expectation-no turning back now! My kids were SO HAPPY!
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q2) Describe a risk you took this year and how it benefited your school and/or students.
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
Awesome, Ross!
#KSedchat
In reply to @mr_ferrans
rachaelpeck23
Jun 5 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A2: 100 positive calls for the 100th day of school - Ss were talking about it the next day. They β€οΈd it!
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3) What avenues are available in your school/classroom that give Ss the opportunity to βunleashβ their βcreativityβ?
#KSedchat
awelcome
Jun 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A3 - Choice, lots & lots of choice and plenty of room to explore those options, show kids and get out of the way!
#KSedchat
#KidsDeserveIt
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Way to go! I love the risk taking here!
#KSedchat
In reply to @8to3withMrsV
marthahogge
Jun 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Started a Facebook page and YouTube account so parents could see their kids in action. Instagram is up next for the coming year
#KSedchat
sbbrown12
Jun 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A2 MakerSpace including coding, 3D printer, green screen, and more
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3) What avenues are available in your school/classroom that give Ss the opportunity to βunleashβ their βcreativityβ?
#KSedchat
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Awesome, Rachael! Itβs my favorite day and best feeling
#Ksedchat
#100thday100calls
In reply to @rachaelpeck23
MannKati
Jun 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT
#ksedchat
A3) Genius Hour, SOLE lessons; Art Teacher incorporating ipads/tech into class; teachers taking risks - because kids deserve it!
MeganBlackEHS
Jun 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A3) Olathe West is filled with opportunities as a PBL based school. So excited to see what this holds!
#ksedchat
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A3: creating a Makerspace this summer!
#ksedchat
perezhasclass
Jun 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A2:My role is now to support Ts taking risks. Love the work of Ts in
@USD303
implementing
#PBL
and
#makered
in their classrooms!
#KSedchat
zlatnikj
Jun 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A3: Student choice in projects and means of demonstrating learning. I never do this enough though
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
#KSedchat
is on fire right now!!!!
#kidsdeserveit
JanaCParker
Jun 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A3: Thinking of asking Ts to leave the walls blank & let the Ss help decide what their room should look like once school starts
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3) What avenues are available in your school/classroom that give Ss the opportunity to βunleashβ their βcreativityβ?
#KSedchat
JillWebs
Jun 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A3: Giving Ss the choice on how to present material. Trying to do this more and more. Allows their individual creativity to shine
#ksedchat
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A3-Definitely our classroom and then school makerspace. During the final days of school we were still designing and building.
#ksedchat
shaynapeeff
Jun 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A3: We are super excited about our new Lego wall creation station and we also started a student led school newspaper
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3) What avenues are available in your school/classroom that give Ss the opportunity to βunleashβ their βcreativityβ?
#KSedchat
cathyjacobs5
Jun 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A3: Started
#geniushour
in several classrooms, implementing school wide next yr. can't wait!
#KSedchat
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
So true! Especially with tools like Spheros and Bloxels -
#letkidslead
#Ksedchat
awelcome
Jun 5 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A3 - Choice, lots & lots of choice and plenty of room to explore those options, show kids and get out of the way!
#KSedchat
#KidsDeserveIt
LariLiner
Jun 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A3 This is goal this yr for me...not only for students but teachers as well! Can't wait to hear your ideas
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3) What avenues are available in your school/classroom that give Ss the opportunity to βunleashβ their βcreativityβ?
#KSedchat
DrJacieMaslyk
Jun 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Flexible seating is a risk for teachers. Our students love it! Classrooms are looking awesome.
#ksedchat
marthahogge
Jun 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Choice - 40 book challenge in older grades, flexible seating, Genius Hour, Student Led Conferences. All good for self-confidence
#KSedchat
MeganBlackEHS
Jun 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A3) At Eudora HS, our Ts have done such a great job of implementing various genius hours and tapping into student interest
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Are you looking for a great summer read? Pick up your copy of
#kidsdeserveit
It's time to see what the conversation is all about!
#KSedchat
8to3withMrsV
Jun 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT
We did that mid to end year too- morning bins- then start into morning meeting- huge game changer for how we start the day!
#ksedchat
In reply to @dkmartin69
BlossJulie
Jun 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3- We are excited about a new opportunity. In the fall, we are adding outdoor chalkboards to our playground! π¨ βοΈ
#Ksedchat
PrincipalFrench
Jun 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3) I'm proud that we have an art teacher and kids gets to explore their creativity!
#KSedchat
misshaysteach
Jun 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3 Choices, free writing/drawing, accepting all ideas
#ksedchat
mr_ferrans
Jun 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3- Morning announcement team, step dance team (last year), school shirt design contest, and best of all the annual Talent Show!
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT
I loved the pics that you dropped in our
#principalsinaction
@voxer
group! So cool!
#KSedchat
In reply to @shaynapeeff, @voxer
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3, I start with relevance, rigor and relationships. Then provide opportunities for Ss Voice & Choice.
#ksedchat
#KidsDeserveIt
perezhasclass
Jun 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A2: Also a great group of Ts in
@USD418
making changes to
#literacy
instruction! Love supporting Ts doing what's best for kids!
#KSedchat
ZelinaMPames
Jun 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A3: we are 1:1 device school, so my ss us their iPads to create ebooks, iMovies and presentations. They love sharing on
@Seesaw
.
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3) What avenues are available in your school/classroom that give Ss the opportunity to βunleashβ their βcreativityβ?
#KSedchat
OKNatalieJ
Jun 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A3- helping facilitate the creativity by asking student council and older buddy students take risks & develop new ideas
#ksedchat
TheColon_s
Jun 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A3: magic all around!
#KSedchat
AnnaCalven
Jun 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A3) New school & District next year. Last year Ss answered Would You Rather Qs as starter, encouraged loopholes. PBL/Genius Hour.
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
Love the idea of Student led conferences! So powerful!
#KSedchat
In reply to @marthahogge
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
What Jill just shared, Whooooomp there it is.
#ksedchat
JillWebs
Jun 5 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A3: Giving Ss the choice on how to present material. Trying to do this more and more. Allows their individual creativity to shine
#ksedchat
JJ_Burry
Jun 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A3: As a writing teacher, I am a firm believer in the creativity that a
#writersnotebook
offers! Ss are super proud of their work!
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3) What avenues are available in your school/classroom that give Ss the opportunity to βunleashβ their βcreativityβ?
#KSedchat
snordenWSUproud
Jun 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A3) I try to give my Ss a choice in how they respond QA (depending on the concept) whiteboards, shoulder partners, verbally, etc.
#ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalTallen
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
This is such a great idea, Julie. Tell me more!
#KSedchat
In reply to @BlossJulie
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
I just got a really big box full of
#kidsdeserveit
books...can't wait to gift these to staff!
#ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalTallen
SusanMelbye
Jun 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A3
#Ksedchat
A3 Student choice... Incorporate more music, dancing, and art into the everyday
missbertels_
Jun 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A3: 1:1 tech gives Ss SO many options to show learning. I teach writing and it's my life goal to make it applicable beyond essays
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A3) Ss are naturally inquisitive. It is up to us to give them trails to explore, create, invent, dream & imagine
#KSedchat
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Ooh! Tell us more about that.
#ksedchat
BlossJulie
Jun 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3- We are excited about a new opportunity. In the fall, we are adding outdoor chalkboards to our playground! π¨ βοΈ
#Ksedchat
DrJacieMaslyk
Jun 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Our students unleash creativity in our
#makerspaces
and through school-wide design challenges.
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Love this!
#KSedchat
In reply to @ZelinaMPames, @Seesaw
karalu79
Jun 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A3: Next year I will be at a very diff school where allowing kids to unleash their creativity is expected. I'm excited to see!
#ksedchat
QuickSMSD
Jun 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A3 student choice, PBL, creating via writing and physical creating.
#ksedchat
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:35 PM EDT
This is an amazing STAFF book selection!
@awelcome
and
@TechNinjaTodd
are amazing authors, easy to connect with!
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:33 PM EDT
Are you looking for a great summer read? Pick up your copy of
#kidsdeserveit
It's time to see what the conversation is all about!
#KSedchat
oneal_nat
Jun 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A3 - Makerspace, STEM Focus Friday
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3) What avenues are available in your school/classroom that give Ss the opportunity to βunleashβ their βcreativityβ?
#KSedchat
perezhasclass
Jun 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A3: I'm seeing an increase in
#makersapces
and
#pbl
instruction across the state! I love that Ss are getting more choice & voice!
#KSedchat
cathyjacobs5
Jun 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Bought 120 copies-one for every staff member for a summer book study!
#KSedchat
In reply to @PrincipalTallen
kaspar_kellye
Jun 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A2 and A3: I tried flexible seating this year and it really gave Ss choice in my room along with choosing how to solve problems
#KSedchat
MeganBlackEHS
Jun 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A3- KS high schools- this is a great thing that IPS can provide us- a way to see into student creativity & interests!
#kansanscan
#ksedchat
jgomezprincipal
Jun 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A3: genius hour, STEM activities
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3) What avenues are available in your school/classroom that give Ss the opportunity to βunleashβ their βcreativityβ?
#KSedchat
JillWebs
Jun 5 @ 9:36 PM EDT
I also LOVE to find tech programs for Ss to use to create things to showcase learning like
@adobevoice
@piktochart
&
#GAFE
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT
Tell us more about STEM focus Friday!
#KSedchat
In reply to @oneal_nat
SusanMelbye
Jun 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT
#Ksedchat
#kidsdeserveit
Our theme next year will be Kids Deserve It. Book study over the summer! I am so excited to get my staff on board
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A3 I put myself out there in silly ways so students feel comfortable. No better trait than laughing at yourself π
#Ksedchat
MrsBeckyTopil
Jun 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A3 Tried to implement through writing and reading projects. I have plans to do more this next year.
#ksedchat
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT
What Miss Bertels just shared. Providing choices for sharing empowers Ss.
#ksedchat
missbertels_
Jun 5 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A3: 1:1 tech gives Ss SO many options to show learning. I teach writing and it's my life goal to make it applicable beyond essays
#KSedchat
marthahogge
Jun 5 @ 9:37 PM EDT
Morning meeting is run by students. Afternoon announcements are given by students. 1:1 ipad school allows for lots of choice.
#KSedchat
oneal_nat
Jun 5 @ 9:38 PM EDT
To give more opportunity for exploration, creativity, etc., Fridays are set aside for STEM instruction and activities
#KSedchat
MarkLoundy
Jun 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT
An emotional risk only in that it's a change. And only if not recognized as an opportunity to innovate and kick ass
#ksedchat
In reply to @DrJacieMaslyk
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT
What I ask my Ss to create vs. write, this always happens.
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Q4) What does your school/classroom/district do to celebrate students?
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
THIS. IS. IT!
#KSedchat
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:39 PM EDT
What I ask my Ss to create vs. write, this always happens.
#ksedchat
PrincipalFrench
Jun 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A3) Some of our students' art work displayed in our district art show.
#ksedchat
8to3withMrsV
Jun 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A3:we have Graber Clubs which is HUGE for our kids!They get 2 join an area of interest& participate in the club every 2 weeks!
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3) What avenues are available in your school/classroom that give Ss the opportunity to βunleashβ their βcreativityβ?
#KSedchat
oneal_nat
Jun 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
All support staff push into classrooms to assist on STEM Focus Fridays!!
#KSedchat
awelcome
Jun 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A4 - From high-fives to phone calls home to student of the month, all of it!
#KSedchat
#KidsDeserveIt
TammyHeuts
Jun 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A1) Speak it loudly for others to hear...write them a note, put it on the board..over and over..day after dayβ€οΈ
#KSedchat
snordenWSUproud
Jun 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A4 We have positive phone call Friday with a special phone booth to call in with our principal
@DHEPrincipal
#ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalTallen, @DHEPrincipal
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT
We do Friday Shout outs! A staff member always dresses up in costume to present the shout outs! Kids love it!
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Q4) What does your school/classroom/district do to celebrate students?
#KSedchat
8to3withMrsV
Jun 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A3: in my classroom we do genius hour and various projects that allow them to hone in on their likes/strengths and go from there!
#ksedchat
misshaysteach
Jun 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A4 We recognize students who demonstrate our monthly core value...they get to eat lunch with the principal!
#ksedchat
MannKati
Jun 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT
#ksedchat
A4) Student of the month, Board of Blue Devils, Positive referrals, phone calls/notes home, shout outs on Twitter & Facebook
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A4 a new club was formed this year "Marigolds" and they encourage peers to fill out friendship reports for good deeds πΌ
#Ksedchat
missbertels_
Jun 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A4: My StuCo kids participate in school board/site council meetings. We celebrate them by giving them a genuine seat at the table
#KSedchat
oneal_nat
Jun 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A4 - Our counselor implemented Student and Staff Shoutouts on Friday mornings! So cool to hear Ss recognizing each other!
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Q4) What does your school/classroom/district do to celebrate students?
#KSedchat
8to3withMrsV
Jun 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT
My parents love the social media we use in our classroom!
#ksedchat
In reply to @marthahogge
snordenWSUproud
Jun 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Q4 We have State Assessment parties. We have student of the month in each classroom every month. I have lunch with Ss
#ksedchat
In reply to @PrincipalTallen
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Tell me more about the phone booth. That sounds awesome!
#KSedchat
In reply to @snordenWSUproud, @DHEPrincipal
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A4: positive calls home, sent 2 principal 2 celebrate good news, author celebrations, Ss selected to go shopping at book fair w/ma
#ksedchat
QuickSMSD
Jun 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A4 moving more in a direction of innovation and letting students chase their passions along with curriculum.
#ksedchat
sbbrown12
Jun 5 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A 4 Goal setting and celebrating. Positive phone calls home. Pictures on social media.
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Q4) What does your school/classroom/district do to celebrate students?
#KSedchat
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4 we display names of students who earned "positive office" referrals on our lobby television
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4) Lunch with me, monthly awards, Bucket Filling,
#birthdayselfie
#GoodNewsCallofTheDay
& creating moments like this...
#KSedchat
mr_ferrans
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4- I make sure to have lunch with multiple students every Friday. Also we have quarterly award ceremonies to celebrate success!
#KSedchat
JillWebs
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4: The local police award PRIDE coins to Ss of outstanding character. So cool to see the community involved w/ our core values
#ksedchat
ZelinaMPames
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4: Amazing & Awesome Awards Program
#KSedchat
PrincipalWied
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A3) MakerSpaces and encouraging them to "show what you know" creatively.
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3) What avenues are available in your school/classroom that give Ss the opportunity to βunleashβ their βcreativityβ?
#KSedchat
zlatnikj
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4: S of the week, honor roll, citizenship awards. I love high 5s for a job well done or for great effort. Builds relationships
#ksedchat
JanaCParker
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4: Not enough! We can do better-DAILY, instead of specific times! Rm for improvement w/ all staff, me included
#ksedchat
#momsasprincipals
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4-This year in my classroom we had a wall where Ss could hang anything they were proud of or just wanted to share.
#ksedchat
cathyjacobs5
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4: Student of the Month, Leader of the Pack activities, positive phone calls!
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
This is such a great way of breaking down the walls of our schools. Love it!
#KSedchat
In reply to @8to3withMrsV, @marthahogge
BlossJulie
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4- Of course academic success-but so much moreπWe celebrate lost teeth, birthdays, showing good character, being a great friend
#ksedchat
OKNatalieJ
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4 birthday blessings, positive phone calls home, school fb/IG shoutout, recognition for reaching goals, go to athletic events
#KSedchat
PrincipalFrench
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4) I started a tradition this year honoring a monthly Citizen of the Month from each class. Family members come & celebrate w us.
#ksedchat
blbrownlee
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4. Lunch in classroom, phone calls home, "caught being good awards"
#KSedchat
#kidsdeserveit
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT
Donβt forget to grow your
#PLN
and follow 5 new educators!
#KSedchat
#momsasprincipals
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT
What type of innovation are you exploring?
#KSedchat
In reply to @QuickSMSD
LariLiner
Jun 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT
There is never enough. Did snaps w/kids, videos, peprallies...want to do Student of the Month Home visits next yr!
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Q4) What does your school/classroom/district do to celebrate students?
#KSedchat
shaynapeeff
Jun 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A4: Positive phone calls, positive paw tickets, student work on walls and celebrated on our social media accounts
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Q4) What does your school/classroom/district do to celebrate students?
#KSedchat
SusanMelbye
Jun 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT
#Ksedchat
#kidsdeserveit
I got an amazing idea from
@mccall_kelley
student choice rewards for positive behavior referrals :) love it
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT
What Deb shared, very low-tech, simple but effective.
#ksedchat
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4-This year in my classroom we had a wall where Ss could hang anything they were proud of or just wanted to share.
#ksedchat
rachaelpeck23
Jun 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A4: assembly for PBIS rules, lunch with the principal for reading, notes on desk/sent home
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT
This is such a great idea, Jill! Thanks for sharing!
#KSedchat
In reply to @JillWebs
JillWebs
Jun 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A4b: Each T set a personal goal on how to improve relationships. Positive emails/calls home, hand written notes, & posts on SocMed
#ksedchat
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT
And, from those shout outs, I draw a name and they are Star Student of the Week and usually pick lunch with me!
#luckygirl
#ksedchat
MrsBeckyTopil
Jun 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A4 Emails, phone calls, notes home! Positive words each day to each student. Positive positive positive!
#ksedchat
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT
#ksedchat
and if you are a mom & a principal, reach out and join our growing
@voxer
family!
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:44 PM EDT
Donβt forget to grow your
#PLN
and follow 5 new educators!
#KSedchat
#momsasprincipals
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT
Thanks. It was a lot of fun.
#ksedchat
In reply to @AnnaCalven
JJ_Burry
Jun 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT
Definitely doing this next year. I had a small version this year, but Ss were reluctant to add to it.
#ksedchat
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4-This year in my classroom we had a wall where Ss could hang anything they were proud of or just wanted to share.
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT
Talk about giving ownership to Ss! Love this, Deb!
#KSedchat
In reply to @dkmartin69
cathyjacobs5
Jun 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A4 pt 2: Pizza with the Principal, games with the assistant principals, dance parties Bring it to Me Friday!
#KSedchat
blbrownlee
Jun 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A4. They love to take selfies with me and get a shout-out in our class FB page!
#KSedchat
ZelinaMPames
Jun 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT
We have PBIS pop ups randomly throughout the week to reinforce our schoolwide expectations.
#KSEDChat
JanaCParker
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4: Not enough! We can do better-DAILY, instead of specific times! Rm for improvement w/ all staff, me included
#ksedchat
#momsasprincipals
misshaysteach
Jun 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT
It is so important to celebrate the lost teeth!
#ksedchat
BlossJulie
Jun 5 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A4- Of course academic success-but so much moreπWe celebrate lost teeth, birthdays, showing good character, being a great friend
#ksedchat
JillWebs
Jun 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT
This is SO COOL! What a great way to celebrate kids!
#ksedchat
#kidsdeserveit
DHEPrincipal
Jun 5 @ 9:45 PM EDT
Here's the booth. A parent made it for us. Looking to add a strobe light this year.
In reply to @PrincipalTallen, @snordenWSUproud
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A4. This was the year of the badge. Ss earned Digital Badges for their effort.
#ksedchat
#KidsDeserveIt
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT
I love your yard signs, Cathy! I need to steal that idea!
#KSedchat
In reply to @cathyjacobs5
BlossJulie
Jun 5 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A4b- Our S are πon tv, have special privileges at lunch, visit me frequently for prizes, receive rewards,notes& calls
#ksedchat
jenbrethour
Jun 5 @ 9:47 PM EDT
I love this idea! Student choice - - even in what they are recognized for.
#ksedchat
In reply to @dkmartin69
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT
Often I would say "Ooh can I put that in our wall? Everyone needs to see your awesome twitter work."
#ksedchat
In reply to @JJ_Burry
drjulieconnor
Jun 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT
I had a sharing bulletin board kids called "The Art Gallery." What a beautiful way to show we valued what kids wanted to express.
#KSedchat
In reply to @JJ_Burry
cathyjacobs5
Jun 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT
Best Voxer family around! β€
#KSedchat
In reply to @lmstump, @voxer
marthahogge
Jun 5 @ 9:48 PM EDT
One of the choices for Class ADojo points is hot chocolate deliverered by me. Students love it.
#KSedchat
mrvesco
- Moderator
Jun 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A3: Genius Hour! I love seeing what the kids create!
https://t.co/gBgv9Ds6s8
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3) What avenues are available in your school/classroom that give Ss the opportunity to βunleashβ their βcreativityβ?
#KSedchat
kaspar_kellye
Jun 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A4: we had Party in a Box where Ss got to chew gum and have a dance party for improving test scores
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT
This is AMAZING!!!
@DHEPrincipal
I need this phone booth!
#KSedchat
In reply to @JillWebs, @DHEPrincipal
8to3withMrsV
Jun 5 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A4: positive phone calls home, recogs. in morning gathering, student of the week gets to do something w/ principal
@mccall_kelley
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Q4) What does your school/classroom/district do to celebrate students?
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Q5) What is on your summer reading book list and/or PD agenda?
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Have you tried this with your Ts yet? It's definitely a goal of mine!
#KSedchat
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
marthahogge
Jun 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Students of the Week are photographed and picture is put in weekly newspaper.
#KSedchat
mrvesco
- Moderator
Jun 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A4: We recognized YETI's. This was so awesome!
https://t.co/lntuS3Ce8A
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Q4) What does your school/classroom/district do to celebrate students?
#KSedchat
awelcome
Jun 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A5 - Just finished
#LeadLAP
and which was awesome and Iβll be writing Run Like A Pirate this summer, not too much reading!
#KSedchat
MeganBlackEHS
Jun 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Everything PBL! Will Be readng "Uncommon Learning" and attending PBL conference in Napa! Learn me up!!
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Q5) What is on your summer reading book list and/or PD agenda?
#KSedchat
perezhasclass
Jun 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A5: Currently reading: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
#KSedchat
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Hi Principal Allen. No, not yet. Prefer to steer them to Microsoft or Google for their PD and badges.
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Have you tried this with your Ts yet? It's definitely a goal of mine!
#KSedchat
In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
cathyjacobs5
Jun 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A5: Rereading
#KidsDeserveIt
and starting Creating Magic.
#KSedchat
PrincipalFrench
Jun 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A5) #1 thing on my summer pd list is the National Principals Conference in Philadelphia. I'll be there July 8-12.
#ksedchat
mrvesco
- Moderator
Jun 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A4: We also recognized FLASHLIGHT students!
https://t.co/qMxNrrsVbY
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Q4) What does your school/classroom/district do to celebrate students?
#KSedchat
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A5-What's Math Got to Do With It? Start Right Now and Shift This.
#ksedchat
hayes_melisa
Jun 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Melisa dropping in from OH
#KSedchat
SusanMelbye
Jun 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT
#Ksedchat
Lead Like A Pirate, Shift the Monkey,Renegade Leadership. OMG just too much wonderful book out there! :)
In reply to @PrincipalTallen
missbertels_
Jun 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
A5: I ask my book nerd Ss to recommend which YA lit books they're reading to me! Gotta keep up w/ these kids somehow ππ
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
Looking forward to reading Run Like a Pirate!
#KSedchat
#kidsdeserveit
awelcome
Jun 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A5 - Just finished
#LeadLAP
and which was awesome and Iβll be writing Run Like A Pirate this summer, not too much reading!
#KSedchat
MrsBeckyTopil
Jun 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
A5 Kids Deserve It is getting ordered after this chat! π
#ksedchat
mrvesco
- Moderator
Jun 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
A5:
#StartRightNow
. This will be our book study for
#Ksedchat
in July.
snordenWSUproud
Jun 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
I'm trying to follow this... we'll see ;)
#KSedchat
https://t.co/5YT6wqLI4n
In reply to @PrincipalTallen
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
A5:
#npc17
!
#ksedchat
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
This way too cool. Thanks for the share, Tim.
#ksedchat
mrvesco
- Moderator
Jun 5 @ 9:51 PM EDT
A4: We also recognized FLASHLIGHT students!
https://t.co/qMxNrrsVbY
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Q4) What does your school/classroom/district do to celebrate students?
#KSedchat
misshaysteach
Jun 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
A5
#nerdcampks
#edcampks
#katecamp
.. I'd like to read
#kidsdeserveit
, Disruptive Thinking, & Start Right Now
#ksedchat
cathyjacobs5
Jun 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
So bummed to miss the awesomeness that will be there!
#KSedchat
In reply to @PrincipalFrench
oneal_nat
Jun 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
PLC with building specialists,
#edcampks
, lots of reading up on math standard/ curriculum
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Q5) What is on your summer reading book list and/or PD agenda?
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
Hi Melisa!
#KSedchat
In reply to @hayes_melisa
MsLaurenMertz
Jun 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
Q5: Lead Like a Pirate, Launch, Ditch that Textbook, all the books off our state children's book award list.
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Q5) What is on your summer reading book list and/or PD agenda?
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A5) Excited to connect with
#momsasprincipals
&
#PrincipalsinAction
in Philly this summer! Right, Roomie?
@lmstump
@mccall_kelley
#KSedchat
JJ_Burry
Jun 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT
That's how I got a few up. I'm thinking it needs to be in the hallway, though. More public to share whenever with all friends.
#ksedchat
In reply to @dkmartin69
JillWebs
Jun 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A5: Ditch that Textbook
#ditchbook
and Teach Like a Pirate
#tlap
and going to participate in the
#ksedchat
books study Start Right Now
OKNatalieJ
Jun 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Need to check out a bit early!! Thanks everyone-- have a wonderful night
#KSedchat
marthahogge
Jun 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Q5-Finish reading Lead Like a Pirate. Read ShiftThis!, Start. Right. Now., and Your School Rocks. Several workshops in leadership
#KSedchat
jenbrethour
Jun 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT
#ksedchat
I am reading Taming of the Team. Moving to teams next yr
@WRidgeMS
- creating smaller communities within our larger community.
ZelinaMPames
Jun 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A5: I'm focusing on growth mindset. Let's go here we go on building wide with growth mindset. Also I want to read
#KidsDeserveIt
#KSedchat
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A5 - what she said! I get better PD from my PLN than I do anything else.
#PrincipalsinAction
#momsasprincipals
#npc17
#ksedchat
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:52 PM EDT
A5:
#npc17
!
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT
You won't be disappointed!
#kidsdeserveit
#Ksedchat
In reply to @MrsBeckyTopil
perezhasclass
Jun 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A5: Would LOVE to see you all at
#Podstock17
July 12-14!
https://t.co/SlyAptMCAB
#KSedchat
#principalsinaction
QuickSMSD
Jun 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT
New grade for me, so new curriculum, read How Students Succeed, will read Start Right Now, Hacking Assessment, The Leader In Me...
#ksedchat
cathyjacobs5
Jun 5 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Can't wait to read Run Like A Pirate! I currently run like a turtle! π’
#KSedchat
In reply to @awelcome
AnnaCalven
Jun 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A5) Grad classes,
#Edcampict
, anything I get from new district, meet with 2nd cousin/mentor (Dr. in Gifted Edu), Twitter Chats.
#ksedchat
zlatnikj
Jun 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A5:Tribal Leadership,The Principal by
@MichaelFullan1
,
@Gilder_Lehrman
Fellowship, & a Eurotrip, you know 4 educational purposes :)
#ksedchat
cheadhorn
Jun 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT
Jeff LaCoke, principal at Ault Elementary in CFISD, Cypress, TX
#KSedchat
QuickSMSD
Jun 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A5 Cont. also want to find best way to implement standards based grading or self assessment.
#ksedchat
sbbrown12
Jun 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT
@KidsDeserveIt
, Innovators Mindset, Lead Like a Pirate, Shifting the Monkey.anything I can get my hands on while chasing a toddler
#Ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Q5) What is on your summer reading book list and/or PD agenda?
#KSedchat
snordenWSUproud
Jun 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A5) I am attending a Traim Sensitive Conference next week in St. Louis. Excited for this PD opportunity.
#ksedchat
blbrownlee
Jun 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A5. Trauma Sensitive Conference, edcamp, and read
#startrightnow
& mindsets in the classroom
#ksedchat
jenbrethour
Jun 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT
Also reading Lead Like a Pirate. Continuing to grow my leadership.
#ksedchat
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT
yes!!!
#ksedchat
#npc17
In reply to @PrincipalTallen, @mccall_kelley
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT
You will love
#kidsdeserveit
#Ksedchat
In reply to @ZelinaMPames
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:54 PM EDT
Re-reading Fostering Resilient Learners, Lead Like a Pirate, Building Trust, Shifting the Monkey
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Q5) What is on your summer reading book list and/or PD agenda?
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT
#KSedchat
Challenge: What are you going to do differently next school year to BE. THE. SPARK. for Ss?
#kidsdeserveit
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT
A5: Just got started reading The Coach Approach by our very own
#momsasprincipals
@PrincipalJ
#Ksedchat
DrJacieMaslyk
Jun 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Great
#MakerEd
books to add to your summer reading list!
#makerspaces
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT
LOL!!! Me, too!
#KSedchat
In reply to @cathyjacobs5, @awelcome
jenbrethour
Jun 5 @ 9:55 PM EDT
I am reading Taming of the Team. Moving to teams next yr
@WRidgeMS
- creating smaller communities within our larger community.
#ksedchat
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Have you read
@GingerLewman
's Lessons for LifePractice Learning: PBL book??? She is the queen of PBL!
#ksedchat
In reply to @MeganBlackEHS, @GingerLewman
8to3withMrsV
Jun 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT
A5: I'm reading Number Talks, Co-Teaching book, Launch, and a Reading Strategies book! β€Then lots of new read alouds for nxt yr!
#ksedchat
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Hey Lindsy, totally agree. Follow a teacher on Twitter.
#ksedchat
lmstump
Jun 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT
#Ksedchat
challenge. Waiting for some details to fall into place, but so excited for '17-'18 school year!
zlatnikj
Jun 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Love growth mindset! Check out Mindset by Carol Dweck if you haven't! It is a game changer!
#ksedchat
In reply to @ZelinaMPames
PrincipalGarden
Jun 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT
A5: my post today listed a few books on my summer list
https://t.co/lPdGRDi9et
#ksedchat
SusanMelbye
Jun 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT
#ksedchat
I am just going to keep trying to improve myself one day at time. Keep learning and growing. My PLN challenges me to be better
In reply to @PrincipalTallen
JillWebs
Jun 5 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Trying to reduce lecture and worksheets as much as possible. Using engaging activities and strategies all the time!
#ksedchat
JJ_Burry
Jun 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Ooh! Or a wall look like a refrigerator!!
#ksedchat
In reply to @dkmartin69
cathyjacobs5
Jun 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Challenge: Implement more
#studentvoice
via our
@YouTube
channel& blog. Get more staff on
@Twitter
to share our
#matzkeproud
story
#KSedchat
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Love it.
#ksedchat
In reply to @JJ_Burry
sbbrown12
Jun 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT
LOVE Fostering Resilient Learners. Hope to read it with staff in the fall.
#KSedchat
In reply to @mccall_kelley
shaynapeeff
Jun 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT
A5: participating this summer in
#merit17
and looking forward to continuing to learn from others at cue 2017 Fall conference
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Q5) What is on your summer reading book list and/or PD agenda?
#KSedchat
marthahogge
Jun 5 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Anyone read Smokey Daniels' The Curious Classroom?That intrigues me as well.
#KSedchat
MrsBeckyTopil
Jun 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Challenge : know my students even more!
#ksedchat
mccall_kelley
Jun 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Pick me! Pick me....oh...wait...I'll be there. It's my favorite!
#ksedchat
#podstock17
In reply to @perezhasclass
rachaelpeck23
Jun 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT
A5: a few in the pic below and rereading Kids Deserve It & Hacking Leadership
#ksedchat
harmen512
Jun 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT
I am right there with you. One day at a time to get better each day!!
#ksedchat
In reply to @SusanMelbye, @PrincipalTallen
LemarrTreadwell
Jun 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Thank you,
#ksedchat
for an awesome chat tonight. Have a great week everyone. Thank you, Tracey for moderating. You
mr_ferrans
Jun 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Q5- "Kids Deserve It" and"TLAP". PD: ESC Region 10 Math Collaborative and CAMT in June and July! Also Grow
#RISD
Conference
#KSedchat
dkmartin69
Jun 5 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Thanks for these suggestions.
#ksedchat
In reply to @DrJacieMaslyk, @DianaLRendina, @gravescolleen, @Rabbitross
zlatnikj
Jun 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT
This has been so great! I desperately needed this after following
#ksleg
the past few days... Thanks everyone!
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Thank you again
@awelcome
for your friendship, guidance and support! It's because of you that
#momsasprincipals
formed!
#KSedchat
AmandaBuethe
- Moderator
Jun 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Don't forget! Read along with us in July! Schedule coming soon!
#ksedchat
mr_ferrans
Jun 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT
A5- "Kids Deserve It" and"TLAP". PD: ESC Region 10 Math Collaborative and CAMT in June and July! Also Grow
#RISD
Conference
#KSedchat
JJ_Burry
Jun 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT
A5: Too many books to name- starting with nonfiction.
#ksedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Q5) What is on your summer reading book list and/or PD agenda?
#KSedchat
BlossJulie
Jun 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT
A5- I hope to meet many of you in Philly! π And, plan to read Future Focused Leaders along w/ several children's books for visits
#ksedchat
TeacherMelissa
Jun 5 @ 9:59 PM EDT
Hacking Leadership is another awesome read!
@Joesanfelippofc
and
@TonySinanis
are amazing authors who are easy to connect with!
#ksedchat
In reply to @rachaelpeck23, @Joesanfelippofc, @TonySinanis
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT
If you would like to keep the conversation going, join our
#momsasprincipals
@voxer
group! You will love the support & laughs!
#KSedchat
PrincipalTallen
Jun 5 @ 10:00 PM EDT
We had a great time
#KSedchat
Thank you for inviting us to moderate tonight's chat! Don't forget to follow 5 new friends!
#momsasprincipals
