#COLchat Archive
Monday 9-10 p.m. EST. Building a Culture of Learning. "We invite all educators, parents, students and any member of a school community to join our mission of moving away from compliance to create and foster a true COL."
Monday February 22, 2016
Very excited abt tonight! Welcome to and special guests from Scott Berns and Audrey Gordon!
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Hey all! Excited to participate in tonight's - I'm Shari, a HS teacher in NJ
Good evening! I'm a full time grad student
Hi there, Audrey Gordon and Scott Berns, happy to be with all of you!
Steve from Urbandale, Iowa. Ready to start my week on a high note
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Hey all! Excited to participate in tonight's - I'm Shari, a HS teacher in NJ
Hi ! Jacqueline, NJ Social Studies teacher, excited to be a part of the conversation tonight.
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Steve from Urbandale, Iowa. Ready to start my week on a high note
Christina checking in. I'm the interim director of a early childhood center in Swartz Creek, MI
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Good evening! I'm a full time grad student
Steven Weber, Executive Director of C & I at
We are honored that you are our special guests. We can all benefit from learning to
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Hi there, Audrey Gordon and Scott Berns, happy to be with all of you!
Thank you for all that you are doing to discover treatments and the cure for Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome.
Excited to have Audrey and Scott with us tonight!
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Hi there, Audrey Gordon and Scott Berns, happy to be with all of you!
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Hi there, Audrey Gordon and Scott Berns, happy to be with all of you!
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Hi ! Jacqueline, NJ Social Studies teacher, excited to be a part of the conversation tonight.
Hello from SE MN. Paul, HS Science.
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Christina checking in. I'm the interim director of a early childhood center in Swartz Creek, MI
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Good evening Ben - Elementary AP from WI
Hi Angela Martin from SCCS
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Good evening Ben - Elementary AP from WI
Hi I'm Terri, vice principal of in Windsor, ON. Right across from "The D"!
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Good evening, I am a kindergarten teacher for . Excited for tonight's chat!
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Hi I'm Terri, vice principal of in Windsor, ON. Right across from "The D"!
Dragons in the house! https://t.co/IeIlLPBU4x
Christina checking in. I'm the interim director of a early childhood center in Swartz Creek, MI
Good evening!! Nicole, first grade teacher in Swartz Creek!! Excited to be here
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Good evening, I am a kindergarten teacher for . Excited for tonight's chat!
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Good evening!! Nicole, first grade teacher in Swartz Creek!! Excited to be here
Hi ! I am ready to be inspired tonight.
Middle School Principal from Bucks County, PA - looking forward to talking about how to
Thanks Jeff, I appreciate the challenge.
Good evening, ! Kerry, a 5th grade teacher in MI. Happy & excited to join!
Hello, I am Jeffrey, Superintendent of in Northeast Michigan. Excited to be here tonight with
For the next hour I will be sharing with teachers in . Hi everyone, I'm Jacqueline from Toronto, Canada
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For the next hour I will be sharing with teachers in . Hi everyone, I'm Jacqueline from Toronto, Canada
Hi! 4th grade teacher from Swartz Creek. 😊
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Hello, I am Jeffrey, Superintendent of in Northeast Michigan. Excited to be here tonight with
This was one of my favorite Ted talks. This young man was an inspiration. Life does present us with miracles.
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Good evening, ! Kerry, a 5th grade teacher in MI. Happy & excited to join!
Hey all! Jeremey, HS Env science and biology.
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Middle School Principal from Bucks County, PA - looking forward to talking about how to
Good evening everyone. I'm John Stanley, City Manager for the City of Au Gres
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Hi! 4th grade teacher from Swartz Creek. 😊
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This was one of my favorite Ted talks. This young man was an inspiration. Life does present us with miracles.
Thanks for joining, Jacqueline. will help us all kick off the work week on an uplifting note. https://t.co/LtFSUa1sPg
For the next hour I will be sharing with teachers in . Hi everyone, I'm Jacqueline from Toronto, Canada
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Hey all! Jeremey, HS Env science and biology.
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Good evening everyone. I'm John Stanley, City Manager for the City of Au Gres
Good evening, . Walt here, from SE MI.
Douglas Hibbs, Elementary Principal, Flint,MI
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Good evening, . Walt here, from SE MI.
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Douglas Hibbs, Elementary Principal, Flint,MI
Glad you are both with tonight!
What a way to start the week! Focus on what you can do..." Happiness really is a state of mind.There is power in positive thinking.
A1 Connects perfectly. In a COL we want to grow strengths. Showing kids what they can do and watching them grow is a must.
A1 In a COL you will fail. Don't let failure stop you. It's 1 step on the journey & a learning opportunity https://t.co/RT7EAXqIp1
I've been looking forward to this for 2 weeks. Missed whip/ nae nae, can't miss this.
Definitely! https://t.co/q61YcElnmL
What a way to start the week! Focus on what you can do..." Happiness really is a state of mind.There is power in positive thinking.
, Thank you for modeling a and joining tonight's w/a City Manager's perspective https://t.co/ErIy0E2lR2
Good evening everyone. I'm John Stanley, City Manager for the City of Au Gres
A1: A true culture of learning allows Ss (and Ts) to realize their full potential- not live up to a fixed set of expectations
A1: what an incredibly healthy attitude to take toward both teaching AND learning - keeping positive promotes growth
Q1: It takes a team to do all. It takes a village to raise one. Together we can. Even children teach us!
A1 I find that encouragement is one of the most needed parts of my day. So many Ss feel like they don't measure up. Expectations
I broke my legs for sure.
There are many new 'tweeters' in the house. Build your PLN, make connections, and follow a few new faces.
A1) try even if you fail, you tried.
A1: allows us to believe there is A LOT we CAN do, if we have the desire and effort.
A1-Part of being having a COL is recognizing that everyone can do something and no one can do everything. It's about being a team.
A1 having a positive perspective on life helps you manage the obstacles! Love his outlook
A1: Stick with your strengths as a teacher and allow you Ss to work within their strengths also! Don't focus so much on weaknesses!
Hello -- Dennis -- Middle School Principal from Long Island, NY.
A1 There is so much we can't do, but can learn to do or overcome. You need to have that learning culture in place to overcome
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Q1: When I stop & listen, let others take the lead in my weaknesses, they become confident and I learn. It builds community.
A1: Sam's message- we all have things we can't do- why waste time worrying abt that when we can celebrate what we do so well?
A1. Celebrating students' strengths also lets them know how much we want them to succeed not just at school but in life!
A1 Sometimes focusing on what you can = breaking a larger goal into smaller steps or finding innovative ideas
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Hello -- Dennis -- Middle School Principal from Long Island, NY.
A1 Perspective can determine outlook. Focusing on what we can do leaves us more positive that focusing on what we don't do.
Build community!
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Q1: When I stop & listen, let others take the lead in my weaknesses, they become confident and I learn. It builds community.
Use strengths to improve weaknesses. Failure = learning opp. Know ur weakness so u can overcome it https://t.co/WmlrTu8U9M
A1. Focusing on student's strength helps to give them the confidence they need to take on any challenge.
Hi everyone 3rd grade teacher from Swartz Creek. Pretty excited, 1st time on
A1: Have the wisdom to trust and empower your entire team by knowing when to hand over the reigns and get out of the way.
Don't judge an elephant on how he climbs a tree...
Great perspective, thanks for sharing
not being able to do it all is such an important thing to model for young people - healthy balance!
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Hi everyone 3rd grade teacher from Swartz Creek. Pretty excited, 1st time on
A1 Nobody is perfect so work at your faults and what you can't do well while striving to take your strengths to a whole new level.
A1-Letting our Ss see that we aren't experts in everything is pretty powerful!
A1 In a COL we use our strengths to help us improve our weaknesses without fear of failure
Faith & Fear both have something in common. They ask us to believe in something we can't yet see
Faith>Fear https://t.co/ffC3gVL8yV
A1: Sam's message- we all have things we can't do- why waste time worrying abt that when we can celebrate what we do so well?
In a culture of learning it is ok & safe to admit you don't know something & ask for help
Lurking while writing tonight!
Many new PLN joining tonight! TY for learniing with us!
A1: Sam was able to problem solve his drum issue because he focused on what he COULD do!
or embrace your weakness as says: what makes us weak makes us unique!
Count your lurking for your hours. :)
Counselor at Great Lakes Bay Early College, Saginaw MI
Recognize & maximize your strengths w/o being afraid to step outside the comfort zone.
I had a ts that only gave + points. Write everything you know. It was very uplifting.
Here is a growth mindset for you. Take risks! Welcome!
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A1 A culture of learning begins when we focus on "I can" instead of "I can't"
A1) I would rather have you try an idea and fail then leave the idea on the table. Sam had a growth mindset for such a young man
So important when we come to challenges w/ Ss - we can't control Ps, but what CAN we do to help the S
already on top of that! 😜
Mistakes are great if the student's new understanding equates to a change in record in the gradebook ;)
Self-efficacy is KEY in a COL
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So important when we come to challenges w/ Ss - we can't control Ps, but what CAN we do to help the S
I strongly believe that "Every student can learn...just not at the same pace" Success is relative as it relates to our learners
A1: This is about accepting our weaknesses so we have time for our strengths to shine. A COL is a team, we need everyone's strength
Hello! I'm . I missed all of you last week! Glad we're back on...loved Sam's talk...excited to learn and share!
I'm lurking deep in the shadows
A2 People who are taking action to improve the lives of others & pushing me to become better too. https://t.co/2N2CCEqTwi
This really resonates for Scott (Sam's dad)
or at least shifting from "I can't" to "I can't YET, but..."
John McCarthy from MI, currently in Kazakhstan with staff
A2: First and foremost a positive attitude toward life- makes all the difference (We need more people like Sam in our lives).
A2: Passionate, purpose driven, playful!
A2: people with a positive attitude who are want to improve --even if they need a nudge to help them
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John McCarthy from MI, currently in Kazakhstan with staff
A2. A POSITIVE outlook and attitude...it's contagious :)
A2 I look for positive people who are smarter than me.Surround yourself w/ great people. You will be happy and rise to their level.
A2: Ppl willing to take risks. Positive deviants. High expectations with reality. Grow from failure. Integrity and grit.
A2) Individuals who have the ability to look at the positive side.
A2 I look for people that are solution focused rather than finger pointers.
A2: Similar values, but not necessarily same thinking.
A2 surround yourself with people who are caring, hard working, willing to take some risks and most important...laugh!
Here was a boy who knew life was short so he threw it all out there. The "what the heck" thought process made him HUGE!
A2: people who are positive, engaging and CHALLENGING - growth can't happen w/o being pushed
A1 As someone who enjoys powerlifting, I'm used to failure. It determines the next cycle and gives instant feedback!
A2 Positive attitude - risk takers, adventurous, someone up for a challenge, passionate
Hey ! If you want to be inspired for the next 45 minutes, join ! You won't be disappointed!
A2 We are who we hang out with... if you want to have a positive, growth-mindset... befriend the Sam Bernses of the world
and in the end...all of our lives are short- lesson from Sam! https://t.co/xl0whDtBVi
Here was a boy who knew life was short so he threw it all out there. The "what the heck" thought process made him HUGE!
A1 I think there is safety in identifying what you can't do and encouragement/support with what you can do
A2 People who want to try new things, push themselves. Take risks. Also those who do anything to create opportunities for others
Ken O’Connor, joining late in The Villages, FL after a Loretta Lynn concert. Amazing performance by an 84 yr. old.
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Ken O’Connor, joining late in The Villages, FL after a Loretta Lynn concert. Amazing performance by an 84 yr. old.
Q2: Humble learners are far better company than the showy arrogant. Find the quiet listeners and you find a treasure.
A2 People who want to work together not against each other to help each other become better educators
Definitely love the humor :) Also love to surround myself with POSITIVITY - Don't bring me down! https://t.co/Q4b1S10Hij
A2 surround yourself with people who are caring, hard working, willing to take some risks and most important...laugh!
A2: Positive, kind, inspiring, reflective, and open to learning "growth mindset".
Hey - sorry to arrive late. I'll jump in with Q3 - Dave in Iowa
A2. Positive people who are solution driven. Not problem focused.
A2) I love people who want to think outside the box with the bottom line being student success.
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Hey - sorry to arrive late. I'll jump in with Q3 - Dave in Iowa
People who believe in that team and realize no one is perfect. Together our strengths cover everything and we can do anything.
A2 Sometimes you can't chose the people you're around, so I try to see the best in everyone, when I can chose sincerity, humor
surrounding yourself with likeminded people who will encourage you!
A2 Those that challenge, inspire, and are exemplary examples of educators.
Great answer! I love to use the term "failing forward"! https://t.co/waAToPBg3U
A2: Ppl willing to take risks. Positive deviants. High expectations with reality. Grow from failure. Integrity and grit.
A2 Futuristically minded; positive; risk-takers
A2: Thought Leaders, Problem Solvers, Multiple Perspectives, Leaders, Positive Attitude, Doers, & Influencers
A2 i surround myself with people who I want to be like. People with good character and integrity
A2: Don't ever be afraid to "agree to disagree" Surround yourself w/ those you respect and continuously challenge your perceptions.
A2 This reminds me of my first blog post, written in July of 2014. Thanks for taking me back ...
5 People https://t.co/UoO9iLXhsa
Glad to have "live" again!
A2: I like to be around people who want to make the world a better place and actively work toward that with integrity.
A2 People who empower, challenge, support and are change agents - those who lead by example - in Latin - Ductus Exemplo
Grabbing breakfast before teaching workshop. Will follow this good conversation in the background :)
sounds vaguely familiar to my show prep days!
Glad to have you here Ken. https://t.co/Las1MhhQK9
Ken O’Connor, joining late in The Villages, FL after a Loretta Lynn concert. Amazing performance by an 84 yr. old.
A2 I love laughter and smiles. They are contagious and it's hard to stay in a bad mood with a genuine smile & happiness around you.
Arthur Chiaravalli, AP English and English 12 teacher from Michigan. Checking in a little late!
There are so many, but inspiring is an important one to keep us pushing forward & motivated to go big
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Arthur Chiaravalli, AP English and English 12 teacher from Michigan. Checking in a little late!
A2: I surround myself with positive thinkers, people who always see the bright side even in a dark place.
Great term! I am going to use that one. Failing forward...
I enjoy reading your work on education. I'm a curriculum consultant and have shared your work with teachers
Yes, I want to work w/a community of heroes! and that is what you are when you show up everyday making a difference!
A2 I look for people who listen and for people with different views... It's good to question your beliefs.
Preferably those who laugh with you not at you😀
invited us to join in.... Hoping to jump in on Q3
as do I - more growth and collaboration in atmosphere
"Being brave isn't supposed to be easy" - Sam Berns
It's my winning personality right?? 😀
A2: Reminds me of my farming days when Grandpa used to say "You can never soar with the Eagles if you fly with Turkeys....."
A3: Looking forward to teachers and student success in creating a student centered classroom learning system as partners
A3: I'm excited to pilot a blended class within 18 months.
great quote. I'll share this with my colleagues
A3: I look forward to seeing the faces of Ss & Ts who are working hard & then seeing their faces when they succeed
A3 Increase innovation, collaboration, inquiry, relationships, risk-taking, learning centered intervention and support.
A3: Looking forward to creating an environment focused more on S empowerment and personalization!
A1: It points to the importance of choice. Yes, making progress in weak areas, but also choosing a place where you can shine.
A3: Looking forward to making relationships and school culture the number 1 priority.
That's really interesting, Steve!
A3: looking forward to a shared belief in student achievement and professional learning
A3. Looking forward to collaborating and pushing through tough situations
A3: Stu Understanding, Thinking Curriculum, Student Voice, 4 Cs, Teacher Leaders, Whole Child schools, & College & Career Ready Ss
A2: Water seeks its own level; rise to the top and surround yourself with those you aspire to be like and model like values.
A3: I'm excited for my students to start the project that I've been (secretly) planning for them - check it out! Link in my bio!
A3 Looking forward to a school greenhouse that allows Ss to partner w county parks and community in a service capacity
A3 I’m looking forward to adoption K-16 of standards-based grading & the elimination of %, extra credit & hodgepodge grading.
A3: Looking forward to climbing over perceived barriers and positive action!
A3 You can't drive forward by looking in the rear-view mirror.
A3 Continued open-mindedness to trying new things, not always knowing the answers, learning from mistakes, fearless creativity
We are getting a greenhouse too! We are very excited about it!
Joining late, Sarah Cunningham, teacher education student at Michigan State
A3: I look forward to just stepping into the building every morning and loving the fact it's a new day!
Me too!
It's been a long time coming. https://t.co/yTSPcStIRh
A3 I’m looking forward to adoption K-16 of standards-based grading & the elimination of %, extra credit & hodgepodge grading.
A2 Positivity with a Barrier free attitude,
Love this! https://t.co/AtjH18icJ0
A3: Looking forward to making relationships and school culture the number 1 priority.
sounds awesome! Good luck to you and your kids!
Welcome, Sarah. Q4 coming up.
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Joining late, Sarah Cunningham, teacher education student at Michigan State
Q3: Conversation to begin about balanced school year, standards based-grading, character education, building community, technology
A3: Honest conversations, increased conferring, inquiry and project based learning, more leaders, student directed learning
A3:Every person in a school should actively and intentionally be trying to improve each other's experience. We're in this together.
This could have also been my answer, but you said it better ! https://t.co/ebjB3v0RnT
A3. Looking forward to collaborating and pushing through tough situations
A3: New ideas taking hold and growing into difference-makers for staff and students.
Chris from NJ. I've never seen COLchat. Anyone want to tell me what this stands for? Thanks
Such a key way to start every day
A3: Place-based education, Problem-based learning, and using technology to help student's take control of their learning
A3 I'm looking forward to my Ss seeing what I see in them - capable to accomplish any task and be successful at anything.
Positive deviant with a positive attitude!
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A3: I look forward to just stepping into the building every morning and loving the fact it's a new day!
A3 Looking forward to collaborating and possibly moving forward as a Leader In Me school
A3 Been doing info sessions for next school year- looking forward to that
Culture of Learning
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Chris from NJ. I've never seen COLchat. Anyone want to tell me what this stands for? Thanks
A2: Huddling up around a hashtag with some inspiring teachers is at least one good way! Chats like and are heartening.
I disagree, sometimes looking back allows you to see past mistakes and fix them.
We are half way through .
Who is feeling happy? Who is feeling positive?
We have a few schools working on this! Just ask and
love it too! It is only with good culture and relationships that ANYONE (Ss and Ts) can thrive! https://t.co/nVYSab6Srw
Love this! https://t.co/AtjH18icJ0
A3: Looking forward to making relationships and school culture the number 1 priority.
Q4 Last, but not least: "Never miss a party". How do you celebrate with your school community?
You are a leader! Fly with the Eagles!
A3 I am excited to continue witnessing the amazing growth of our school district is undergoing & fortunate to be involved!
High School Band Members/Directors: Check out https://t.co/lhL6WsMfBe -Arrangements written in honor of Sam & his love of music!
We have a couple schools having great success with Leader in Me. Good Luck https://t.co/afHhNLWsA8
A3 Looking forward to collaborating and possibly moving forward as a Leader In Me school
A3 I'm looking forward to continuing my education
A3: Looking forward to continuing to tear down silos / stereotypes and mitigate rural, impoverished barriers for all learners!
agreed - a great shared vision
Q4 RT
Last but not least: "Never miss a party" How do you celebrate with your school community?
A4 Dance, dance, dance
Right, ?
both windows and mirrors needed to move forward.
A4: We try to celebrate Ts and Ss with recognition for leading and modeling what it means to be a Jaguar.
A3: I'm looking forward to some innovative ideas potentially involving a later start and blended learning
I perform with the band (and I'm the Supt!) https://t.co/wjA5zn9Zat
Q4 Last, but not least: "Never miss a party". How do you celebrate with your school community?
A4. Constant stream of positive facts about the success of our kids.
this would create a strong atmosphere for learning
A4: Celebrate successes. Rounding is a great way. Another way is to use daily announcements for a shout out to teachers/students
LOVE all the positive comments and ideas - you are all inspiring to us
A4 We celebrate every forward step with our Ss and Ts
A4: Providing praise, recognition, and appreciation . . . but we need to do it more.
A4
Give thank you's, draw fro prizes, congratulations, certificates, run contests, give high fives!
I agree that we see a lot more potential in our students than they see in themselves.
A4 spending time laughing together
A4 I am visible, most Ss know me, support the community at founders day, know the needs of Ss and Ts. https://t.co/wjA5zn9Zat
Q4 Last, but not least: "Never miss a party". How do you celebrate with your school community?
A4 celebrates learning with their students families all the time! Wax museums, end of year learning celebrations!
Feeling happy, positive, and in a forward thinking state of mind!!
A4 We don't miss an opportunity to dance at to celebrate!
A3: Looking forward to watching our school continue to change and grow thru LIM and personalized learning!
A4 Celebrate & call out great things we see. Give Fish for getting "caught" & appreciations at meetings
A4: Shout it in the halls when good things happen - positive behaviors and livin' the creed.
A4: I will be taking Sam's message and using it to celebrate what we do and to take on what we can't do w/ a better attitude!
A4. Bring families in for different rewards and recognitions.
A4: Celebrate the time I get to spend with Ss. Reflect at end of each class and celebrate what we learned and progress toward goals
A4 Follow to see all of our celebrations! We have the best teachers and staff who are making a difference for kids.
A4: We had a campus wide competition - spreading joy with little acts of kindness. That was a week full of happy!
A4 Finding ways to recognize successes by all, not just the stars.
I think you hit it on the head with "a better attitude." It is all about our attitude that drives success
Do you have any specific reflection routines or prompts that you think work really well?
A4: Shout from the rooftops, fun student directed Friday's, WATCHDOGS (males) involved, write old fashioned letters to each other!
A4) Celebrate success & support through adversity, even if adversity = a long wk or success = long wkend 😂 https://t.co/JehJDAc8AR
Q4 Last, but not least: "Never miss a party". How do you celebrate with your school community?
A4 In our classroom community we celebrate small accomplishments such as reading and writing goals. Pancakes seem to be a favorite🍴
A4: Dance parties, extra recess, hugs, high fives, and public acknowledgment!
MUST find ways to reach all! Amen! https://t.co/hsdyhtBpbj
A4 Finding ways to recognize successes by all, not just the stars.
Celebrate improvement...not just success https://t.co/b5tXtnTnlN
A4 Finding ways to recognize successes by all, not just the stars.
A4 Try to celebrate all successes. Even as small as remembering to put the dry erase marker caps back on!!
A4 Today is the 8th (unofficial) birthday of our school . Each day provides opportunities to celebrate.
A4: We celebrated today by having a volunteer breakfast for all the amazing parents who help our Ss!
It is awesome that your school is thinking beyond the "mass email". https://t.co/RkexNv8e2U
A4
Give thank you's, draw fro prizes, congratulations, certificates, run contests, give high fives!
A4 From a municipal POV, I try to champion our school community through our weekly podcast w/
1st grade probs https://t.co/aFekjllFEU
A4 Try to celebrate all successes. Even as small as remembering to put the dry erase marker caps back on!!
Celebrating with pancakes...love...so would Adrianna. https://t.co/RPu0tDzvpa
A4 In our classroom community we celebrate small accomplishments such as reading and writing goals. Pancakes seem to be a favorite🍴
Q5 If you were to add to Sam's list, what is one thing you would tell is a must do to live a happy life?
GREAT podcast BTW! Keep up the great work! https://t.co/ISmzqReLWZ
A4 From a municipal POV, I try to champion our school community through our weekly podcast w/
Simply look for the best in others, even when it's hard. Celebrate even a smile!
A4: I tell my Ss every single time I'm psyched about something they've done - I bring in other Ts to share in the fun when I can
We set goals at the beginning of class and then circle back in open reflection on those goals at end.
right there with you Nicole!!
A4: As supt. of I send out a weekly list of "Shout Outs" to my entire staff to celebrate their success w/ S's all week.
A4 Understand that the school community is a major piece of the entire community. Work together towards the goal of enhancement
A4 Never miss a party! Step back and look at what life is about. Celebrate the successes and enjoy life.
RT Q5 If you were to add to Sam's list, what is one thing you would tell is a must do to live a happy life?
A5: Find your passion and go for it...no matter what!
A4 we create enthusiasm and share successes with others.
I think the magic is in setting learning goals collaboratively with Ss at beginning of class. Then they know their "why"
I still get excited when I get a handwritten note or card from colleague or administrator. https://t.co/evTrQBU44G
A4: Shout from the rooftops, fun student directed Friday's, WATCHDOGS (males) involved, write old fashioned letters to each other!
What are you passionate about and how are you allowing those passions to express through your life? https://t.co/dde8ZXKs75
A5: Find your passion and go for it...no matter what!
A5. Never take yourself too serious. Every situation is temporary.
A5 Have faith!
Know your purpose!
Live with radical generosity!
Do not worry!
You get knocked down but you get up again. "Ain't" nobody going to ever knock me out!
A4: Sv.T pep rallies, service projects, talent shows. Anything we do together while being fully present and supporting each other.
"Be kinder than is necessary." Taken from my fav book by - such a good read! https://t.co/bPQrYdQUc1
Q5 If you were to add to Sam's list, what is one thing you would tell is a must do to live a happy life?
A5: Every day, look for opportunities to be grateful.
Amen.
Enjoy the moment.
Be present.
https://t.co/cgYapY0C3K
A5. Never take yourself too serious. Every situation is temporary.
A4 Celebrate with others; have fun!
Passion is your love in motion. It is the connection to your heart’s truest desires. It is the path to a happy life.
Yes, I remind myself of this daily!
Laugh with those around you on a daily basis. Enjoy the smallest joys because they make you smile as you get older!
Get to know kids like Sam from around the world-Visit The Research Foundation's Meet the Kids pg: https://t.co/MPL4226Lqz
A5-Don't worry about "What if?", just do it!
A5: A happy life calls for an open mind and willingness to change and accept change. Laughter is good medicine!! Overdose on that!
A5-Look for the beautiful (in nature, in poetry, in others. . .)
A5. keep smiling and growing!
I’m passionate about dev’ing S’s as independent lifelong learners and establishing a COL not a culture of grading.
A5 Believe. And be brave.
Q5 Answers are seriously inspiring - great thoughts crew!
A4: Recognize all successes and all students, even the smallest of accomplishments should be recognized
A5. Have empathy and compassion for others without judgement.
A5: one of my partners is the Association of Lifelong Learners... That's the key. Keep learning. Maintain curiosity.
A5 Understanding that where we start is not where we finish
A5 ask yourself everyday how you can be a better version of yourself, never stop growing
A day without laughter is a day wasted. https://t.co/jH1rW4qWvm
Laugh with those around you on a daily basis. Enjoy the smallest joys because they make you smile as you get older!
A5 Action. Worrying doesn't solve a problem, action does. Can't remember title of text where I read that quote.
A5 Always be open to learning by a healthy mix of continually educating yourself & allowing others to teach you.
A5: Keep asking questions. Be curious & challenges thoughts.
A5: Make an impact. I feel good when at the end of the day I can pinpoint some things I did to make the world a better place for Ss
Get outside & enjoy nature without you tech gadgets. https://t.co/KWhHHzHeHO
A5-Look for the beautiful (in nature, in poetry, in others. . .)
A5-Empower your Ss to live like you would have at their age if you knew then what you know now.
Wish more people had this philosophy. The world would be a different place!
A5: Be the reason why others are happy.
Big shout out to you all for all that you do for your students every day!
Also passionate about Toronto Blue Jays, Arsenal, Buffalo Bills, Duke b’ball &playing golf & pickleball.
Shocked you were able to pause for the picture before you demolished that burger.
You need to come to where Pickleball is a top sport!
Q6 Sam Berns' legacy lives on and continues to inspire us. What will you do to live a happy life at school and beyond?
A6: Smile often! And as Burl Ives says -"Say Hello to Friends you know, and everyone you meet"
RT Q6 Sam Berns' legacy lives on and continues to inspire us. What will you do to live a happy life at school and beyond?
RT Q6 Sam Berns' legacy lives on and continues 2 inspire us. What will you do to live a happy life at school & beyond?
begin with the end in mind
A5: I like this new thing going around: "Be interested instead of interesting."
PRF's mission: Discover treatments & cure for & its aging-related disorders, incl heart disease. https://t.co/zckGVrAkLf
Feeling happy and positive in a forward thinking state of mind!!
A6: One of Sam's fav quotes he mentions in his TEDx Talk...I want to open new doors and do new things! https://t.co/zJ4sX1ttfx
A6: Look for reasons to be happy and content, not vice versa.
A6: Reflect on all the things that I have to be grateful for - there are so many!
In my opinion, if we visit six classrooms and can't find a Tweetable Moment, it should raise s red flag.
A5: I sometimes fear traditional education beats curiosity out of kids. Creatively encourage the "why?" to promote curiosity
A6: Remind myself to live and project an attitude of grattitude.
- Huge thanks to Sam. Saw Ted talk last week after a really tough day and helped me remember what's important. Needed it.
A6 Make someone smile and learn something new each day
A6: Spend more time focusing on my strengths, not worrying about tomorrow as it robs me of the joys of today. Live, laugh and love
SIX!!! I would hope that sirens & red flashing lights go off at 6. I worry after a couple.
A6 Focus on solutions, collaborate and keep growing....but most importantly laugh!!
Some of my PLN shared this with me over the past few months! It has really helped me!
That also means then that there is a teachable moment & time for some good immediate feedback
A6 Always use asset thinking - what I CAN do. What others CAN do.
We LOVE hearing this - glad Sam could help...
Share Sam's story! Can't wait to share with my students this week They'll LOVE him! https://t.co/yCeoOqQQtW
Q6 Sam Berns' legacy lives on and continues to inspire us. What will you do to live a happy life at school and beyond?
A6 Sam Bern's story is so inspiring! I want to share message with others.
A6: maintain perspective - always - even when it's hard
A6 Be thankful for the little things and always look for the positive in everything
A6: Be grateful for everyday and treat each day as a gift!
Great point! So important to bring smiles to others as it may make their entire day! https://t.co/0aMyHsU8k4
A6 Make someone smile and learn something new each day
A6: Practice living into Sam's tenants, one day at a time.
Especially when it's hard. Good reminder! https://t.co/Aut4bvdmo0
A6: maintain perspective - always - even when it's hard
A6 Practice Gratitude –can’t be stressed & thankful at the same time.Gratitude is like muscle the more u do it the stronger it gets
especially when it is hard....character...grace...
A6-Keep the big picture in mind & not stress over little things.
A6. Build positive relationships, have fun, laugh, and focus on what's important
A6 Continuous improvement - living, loving, and building relationships
A6: Smile more, breath when I need, team always. Remember, 1 negative needs 6 positives. What would zero negatives need?
A6: I'm going to share Sam's story too. And keep hanging around these hashtags!
Thanks - we hope teachers around the world join in sharing Sam's TEDx talk &Life According to Sam
Sam you are an inspiration! Thank you!
Some classes are testing, introducing a new lesson, reviewing, or in transition.
. Q6 Sam Berns' legacy lives on and continues to inspire us. What will you do to live a happy life at school and beyond?
. RT Q6 Sam Berns' legacy lives on and continues to inspire us. What will you do to live a happy life at school and beyond?
Q7 TIME FOR ACTION! What are you going to do tomorrow/this week as a result of ?
Ok, but intro lessons & reviewing doesn't have to be boring or bad - those can be positive times too
RT Q7 TIME FOR ACTION! What are you going to do tomorrow/this week as a result of ?
’ philosophy 'How to Live a Happy Life' has touched 13 million hearts. WATCH/SHARE his TEDx talk! https://t.co/edGKtGtC5L
A7: Focus on what I can do and remember the power of the positive deviant!
Thank you for another great evening of being "Advocators, Innovators, and Educators." Until next week, I again leave inspired!
A7: Remember what's important, hug my kid, work for a better world.
Thank you! I've never heard his story. Please share! https://t.co/ABnIPyLSva
I will be happy to share lessons w you and I know has a lesson plan!!
A7: Action means no standing still and no going backwards... every day and life will be amazing!
A7. Remind my Ss how special they are and that they all are great at something!
TY for joining https://t.co/bQhhUAScJs
Thank you for another great evening of being "Advocators, Innovators, and Educators." Until next week, I again leave inspired!
A7: Be that positive spark in a kids/teacher's day. Might be the only positive they get that day
A5. Be thankful and don't forget to say"Thank you!" Recognize those who inspire us! https://t.co/meVypyqkOs
Q5 If you were to add to Sam's list, what is one thing you would tell is a must do to live a happy life?
Can't wait. So happy to have "met" Sam - what an incredible young man. Thanks for the inspiration! https://t.co/vVxrOV4XDx
Thanks - we hope teachers around the world join in sharing Sam's TEDx talk &Life According to Sam
A7: Take risks, send snail mail letters to staff, think outside the box and outside the circle, show empathy towards all
A7: tomorrow I'm going to try to make one kid's day
A7 Incorporate Sam's story into our resilience story-telling + discussions at school. He is a role model for everyone
A7: Celebrate our kids--even the tough ones.
A6 Exercise best practices, be thankful, control what I can, don't sweat what I can't, &embrace the barrier before knocking it down
A6 Love, support, and find joy in my children! They are a gift to me each and every day! https://t.co/sVGC0MwyBD
RT Q6 Sam Berns' legacy lives on and continues to inspire us. What will you do to live a happy life at school and beyond?
A7 Focus on being happy and it will positively affect the culture in my classroom - emotions are contagious.
A7: Try to motivate Ss & staff
Smile & high five Ss when I see them doing great things
Share Sam's story
His legacy will continue to touch lives for years!
Thank you so much to for joining us and sharing Sam's story.
A7 I will stay positive and focus on solutions. Remembering what truly matters...creating positive relationships with my "kids".
THANK YOU Adam and the team, for inviting us and sharing Sam's philosophy with your community.
A6 I want those around me to be inspired by my leadership and patient with my passion! https://t.co/sVGC0MwyBD
RT Q6 Sam Berns' legacy lives on and continues to inspire us. What will you do to live a happy life at school and beyond?
is honored to have you join us! TY https://t.co/TUdYw4pgL1
THANK YOU Adam and the team, for inviting us and sharing Sam's philosophy with your community.
Imagine if everyone lived like Sam. Do something every day to take action using Sam's philosophy! https://t.co/IOxUeQX25d
Wonderful chat tonight - ideas and thoughts shared were motivating
A7 Recruit more local tweeters! https://t.co/IiZjklw8oL
RT Q7 TIME FOR ACTION! What are you going to do tomorrow/this week as a result of ?
Choose to make it a great week.
Til next time . . .
Love ! Always an inspiration!
A7 Gently push Twitterphobes to open their minds (and their hashtags!) https://t.co/IiZjklw8oL
RT Q7 TIME FOR ACTION! What are you going to do tomorrow/this week as a result of ?
Thanks for the inspiration. Have a great week!
What a great chat!!! So inspired!!! Thank you PLN
Yet another great . Thanks mods.
Thank you to Scott Berns and Audrey Gordon from for joining us on and THANK YOU Sam!
Thanks for a great chat - you're all inspiring educators!
Excellent conversation tonight. Thank you
Thanks for an inspirational evening!
