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MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:00 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat is STARTING NOW! ALL ED LEADERS: Come join the leading, learning, and collaboration! Let's start with introductions...

PaulLiabenow Sep 7 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Paul L. Here with you from Louisville KY and so happy you are joining #MEMSPAchat tonight.

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Hi - Don - MS Principal - Long Island #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:01 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat just STARTED NOW! ALL ED LEADERS: Come join us!!! Follow @MrDomagalski - Tonight's moderator

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Arina Bokas Ed. Consutant and editor. Clarkston #MEMSPAchat

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Good evening #MEMSPAchat Chris Ming, Marine City Middle School Principal

ItzzName Sep 7 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hi - Don - MS Principal - Long Island #MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Good evening #MEMSPAchat ian here, a head teacher from the UK.

HarvestLearning Sep 7 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Betty here from Harvest Elementary in Saline. Looking forward to learning together. #memspachat

Syndee_Sue Sep 7 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Good Evening Everyone! Syndee from Wayne County! #MEMSPAchat

jon_wennstrom Sep 7 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Hello #MEMSPAchat friends! Jon here, elementary principal from Livonia...still drying off from a very wet bus duty today:)

FHS_Anton Sep 7 @ 8:01 PM EDT

Brian from SW Mo. High school social studies teacher & just started an ed. consulting co. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Welcome to #MEMSPAchat I am tonight's MODERATOR: @MrDomagalski St.Clair Middle School Principal @ECSDSchools #PositivityUnknown2Mankind

cwoolman06 Sep 7 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Happy Thursday #MEMSPAchat Catherine Woolman from PH checking in

HERprincipal Sep 7 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Laura Washington from Saline, MI #memspachat

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:02 PM EDT

#memspachat . Grib from Riverview here. @sigad_macul #Sigadminchat

mschulte50 Sep 7 @ 8:03 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat is a great chat. Will try to join from the Novi/Northville soccer game. In the rain.

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 6:00 PM EDT

Join #MEMSPAchat - TONIGHT at 8pm - Integrating Effective Instructional Leadership - Starting in 2 hours! RETWEET and get others to join!

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Doug Ammeraal -- MS principal at Mona Shores Looking forward to a great chat! #memspachat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Happy New Year!- Amie from Sunset Lake w/ Vicksburg Community Schools! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @MrDomagalski

SSpickard Sep 7 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Shanna Spickard here! Good evening #MEMSPAchat friends! Milan MS Principal

acoleprincipal Sep 7 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Angelia Coleman-K-8 Principal from Timberland Charter Academy in Muskegon #MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:04 PM EDT

Thanks Mike, Good to be here. I hope you all had a good summer #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @MrDomagalski

AJT2183 Sep 7 @ 8:05 PM EDT

Andy, Dean of Students from MN checking in. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

QUESTION 1 is up in 1 minute on #MEMSPAchat

HarvestLearning Sep 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Hey.. #lmcohort8 where are you? #memspachat

Blessed_Prin16 Sep 7 @ 8:06 PM EDT

I'm Carl , the Principal of Blessed Sacrament School in Midland. Retired pub schl Principal who couldn't stay retired. #MEMSPAchat

principalroyce Sep 7 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Good evening!Jonathan Royce principal Ypsilanti #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:08 PM EDT

I will be moderating #MEMSPAchat tonight Excited to see some new faces! Welcome to all

Jpkatona Sep 7 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Jon Paul Katona, Manton elementary principal here, while watching the start of the NFL football season in the background! #MEMSPAchat

donistamour Sep 7 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Doni St. Amour associate director Memspa checking in #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:08 PM EDT

QUESTION 1... Q1: How do you, or your district, establish, implement, and achieve academic standards? #MEMSPAchat

lmcdonell14 Sep 7 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Laura mcdonell. Teacher leader. I have a pretty cool principal too! #MEMSPAchat

BillK76 Sep 7 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Hi #MEMSPAchat Bill, Principal at the great Yale Elementary.

TJDamman Sep 7 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Hello #MEMSPAchat friends! Therese Damman, Principal at Avoca Elementary School. :)

SSpickard Sep 7 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: I can't wait to hear others! We are struggling. We have goals & great instructional practices with a lot of data analysis. #MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A1: Collaboration, direction & focus for us as a school to improve the priority areas in order to achieve high standards #MEMSPAchat

mschulte50 Sep 7 @ 8:10 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat Mike from Warren checking in as I dodge raindrops

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A1: A clear and tight school development plan, building year on year #MEMSPAchat

jon_wennstrom Sep 7 @ 8:11 PM EDT

Glad you made it!! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @principalroyce, @MrDomagalski, @MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

We are a small school and I have an amazing staff so I place enormous value on it #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @SSpickard

HarvestLearning Sep 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: That's the ?. Core is finding what Ss need and developing plan to meet those needs. Have to meet Ss where they are. #memspachat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:08 PM EDT

QUESTION 1... Q1: How do you, or your district, establish, implement, and achieve academic standards? #MEMSPAchat

AJT2183 Sep 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: We use AVID strategies to assist all students in achieving academic standards. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:08 PM EDT

QUESTION 1... Q1: How do you, or your district, establish, implement, and achieve academic standards? #MEMSPAchat

Jpkatona Sep 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: Having all staff being part of the SIP process...#MEMSPAchat

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1:High expectations, support OUR Ss where they are, focus on HQ/proven inst. practices,& incorporate literacy in EVERY subject. #memspachat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:08 PM EDT

QUESTION 1... Q1: How do you, or your district, establish, implement, and achieve academic standards? #MEMSPAchat

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1:At the Elem and Mid levels, we use SB report cards. All Standards are from the CCSS. All assessments are tagged by standard #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:13 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat - QUESTION 2 is next. Look to @MrDomagalski for posted questions Follow me at @MEMSPAchat and follow @MEMSPA

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: high academic standards go hand in hand with high student expectations and high quality teachers #memspachat Starting point is good ppl

cwoolman06 Sep 7 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1: Focused direction, data analysis and reflection. It is a cyclical process that is never complete #MEMSPAchat

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Everything starts with a vision of what learning is.Goals are aligned to the standards. A research-based framework is used. A1 #MEMSPAchat

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1 yes --- we use standards based grading -- it's key #memspachat

Blessed_Prin16 Sep 7 @ 8:13 PM EDT

A1-Worked with my tchrs during the spring and summer in developing grade level math essential standards. Modeled collaboration #MEMSPAchat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

AVID strategies? Please share... #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @AJT2183

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2: In what ways are you an instructional resource for your staff? #MEMSPAchat

jon_wennstrom Sep 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: Focus on our "Priority Standards" & meet 3 times a year to review assessment data to determine effectiveness of instruction #MEMSPAchat

RichardKlee1 Sep 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: Richard: Crestwood. We try to prepare our kids to be college ready through an accelerated program at elem. leading to AP. #MEMSPAchat

TCRyanSchrock Sep 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Joining a little late. Ryan from Traverse City checking in and catching up! #MEMSPAchat

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

A1: great ts develop higher standards through reflection and professional conversation centered around practice #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

QUESTION 2 has just posted! See below Great work everyone on #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2: In what ways are you an instructional resource for your staff? #MEMSPAchat

BillK76 Sep 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1. Look at need through data & conversations with Ts. Ongoing PD throughout the year. Break into chunks, talk about pros/cons/? #MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Sep 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: Keeping up on research and best practices but also buiding capaicity for teacher leadersa and coaches to help support. #MEMSPAchat

jon_wennstrom Sep 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: I'm not the expert, but I try to connect teachers with the experts in our building and in our district. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2: In what ways are you an instructional resource for your staff? #MEMSPAchat

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: By sharing the books that read with them, sharing what I learn from conferences, model, model, model...#MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A2: I'm a believer in innovation & trying new ideas, particularly with technology. I work with staff to develop their skill sets #MEMSPAchat

lmcdonell14 Sep 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT

A1) pacing guides, collaboration, setting high expeditions and not allowing students to get too far behind. Post and pre rest #MEMSPAchat

HarvestLearning Sep 7 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: Read, participate sidexside w/ Ts to learn and help to connect them to one another. Remove obstacles. #memspachat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2: In what ways are you an instructional resource for your staff? #MEMSPAchat

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2: by asking the right questions that encourage risk-taking and reflection by ts in the improvement of their practice #MEMSPAchat

HERprincipal Sep 7 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A1: Knowing/realizing what all students need and developing instruction around those needs #MEMSPAchat

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Principals are always learners - to lead we need to know what options and new developments are there. A2 #MEMSPAchat

Blessed_Prin16 Sep 7 @ 8:16 PM EDT

A2-Emphasizing the power of PLCs. Sharing best practice articles. Providing meaningful feedback during observations. #MEMSPAchat

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

You and I share the same mission!! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @irockey

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philrussell1477 Sep 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

I'm Phil from East China and I rushed home from my daughters football practice to join the #MEMSPAchat

HERprincipal Sep 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: Sharing resources, saying "yes" when I can in order to contribute to progress #MEMSPAchat

mschulte50 Sep 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

#memspachat A2: having worked in elementary, middle and high schools gives me a k-12 perspective to share with all.

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Being a learner first is a great way to lead, shows the power of reflection and constant improvement! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @ForestPrincipal

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Yes I think we do! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @ForestPrincipal

TCRyanSchrock Sep 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2: We're the navigational system of the instructional roadmap. Exploring new paths. Removing barriers. Staying on course. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2: In what ways are you an instructional resource for your staff? #MEMSPAchat

BillK76 Sep 7 @ 8:17 PM EDT

A2. I try to remove road blocks for staff to be successful. Ask questions, encourage risks, share what knowledge I have. #MEMSPAchat

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: Challenge thinking, wondering, & going outside the box. Create frames for collaboration, learning, and supporting the TEAM. #memspachat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT

Q2: In what ways are you an instructional resource for your staff? #MEMSPAchat

AJT2183 Sep 7 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: I am new this year, but our school has great collaboration, and I use that and relationships to be a resource. #MEMSPAchat

JulieMytych Sep 7 @ 8:18 PM EDT

Hi, Julie from Mi! Runnnnnning totally late! #MEMSPAchat

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:18 PM EDT

BAM! #memspachat

In reply to @BillK76

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: Twitter to Learn, Wordpress to Reflect, 360/Google Doc to collaborate #MEMSPAchat

Jpkatona Sep 7 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: Developed a Instructional/Curriculum Google Classroom page for staff to use as a reference. Give feedback all the time! #MEMSPAchat

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Palms Elementary enters the chat! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @philrussell1477

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT

It really is about being a strong team and supporting each other in all ways to make school a positive place to be #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @dougammeraal

lmcdonell14 Sep 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2) books and podcasts I use like @HouseofEdTech and @PodcastPD going & trying to provide cool tech resources this year #MEMSPAchat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT

A2 Try to stay current w/ reading, not afraid to ask qsts to instructional coaches, model growth mindset #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @MrDomagalski

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT

Yes. Yes. And yes. #memspachat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT

It really is about being a strong team and supporting each other in all ways to make school a positive place to be #MEMSPAchat
In reply to @dougammeraal

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:20 PM EDT

QUESTION 3 is on deck, stay tuned on #MEMSPAchat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:20 PM EDT

Yes-- connect talents! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @jon_wennstrom

donistamour Sep 7 @ 8:20 PM EDT

A2: read share read share repeat....#MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:20 PM EDT

As @MrDomagalski says, "We must have #PositivityUnknown2Mankind at all times!" #MEMSPAchat

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT
Yes. Yes. And yes. #memspachat
- irockey Sep 7 @ 8:19 PM EDT
  
  It really is about being a strong team and supporting each other in all ways to make school a positive place to be #MEMSPAchat
  In reply to @dougammeraal

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q3: How do you create a school culture and climate conducive to learning? #MEMSPAchat

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Relationships are always needed - people have to trust you first. #MEMSPAchat

AJT2183 Sep 7 @ 8:18 PM EDT

A2: I am new this year, but our school has great collaboration, and I use that and relationships to be a resource. #MEMSPAchat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

YES-removing obstacles is sometimes the biggest piece! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @HarvestLearning

BillK76 Sep 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2. I don't ever pretend to know it all. (Like Phonics,just no..) Its a team approach always. My Ts are amazing at what they do. #MEMSPAchat

GoobyCooper Sep 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

as it plops into the artist #MEMSPAchat

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: relationships and culture are always a work in progress. Keep them a priority and work at EVERY DAY #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Great job #MEMSPAchat - We are certainly trending pretty high....

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: Everyone has ownership, children are given the opportunity to lead their own learning & staff have freedom to be creative #MEMSPAchat

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Stirring a pot! #MEMSPAchat

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:18 PM EDT
A2: Challenge thinking, wondering, & going outside the box. Create frames for collaboration, learning, and supporting the TEAM. #memspachat
- MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT
  
  Q2: In what ways are you an instructional resource for your staff? #MEMSPAchat

HarvestLearning Sep 7 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: Ss & Ts need to know u care! When all feel safe learning can occur @ high levels. Focus on relationships 1st! #memspachat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q3: How do you create a school culture and climate conducive to learning? #MEMSPAchat

TCRyanSchrock Sep 7 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Yes! And willing to be open and accepting to ideas that challenge the status quo. #MEMSPAchat

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:16 PM EDT

Principals are always learners - to lead we need to know what options and new developments are there. A2 #MEMSPAchat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Welcome Phil! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @philrussell1477

cwoolman06 Sep 7 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A2: Be visible and available for staff, encourage risk taking, and sharing what I learn #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Love when we are trending #1. Great work everyone on #MEMSPAchat @MEMSPA @PaulLiabenow

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:22 PM EDT

Great job #MEMSPAchat - We are certainly trending pretty high....

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:22 PM EDT

A3: By showing/modeling that we are learners, too. When Ss are sitting and reading, I sit down and join them. #MEMSPAchat

jon_wennstrom Sep 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: A climate built on trust, collaboration, & risk-taking will promote curiosity & learning in the school. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q3: How do you create a school culture and climate conducive to learning? #MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Couldn't agree more. Strong and supportive relationships are so important #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @HarvestLearning

donistamour Sep 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Celebrating talent within wins @jon_wennstrom #MEMSPAchat

jon_wennstrom Sep 7 @ 8:15 PM EDT
A2: I'm not the expert, but I try to connect teachers with the experts in our building and in our district. #MEMSPAchat
- MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:14 PM EDT
  
  Q2: In what ways are you an instructional resource for your staff? #MEMSPAchat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Valuable perspective to have Mike:) #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @mschulte50

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: Ls have to be learners. Ts have to be learners. Ss need to be inspired by both. Ask questions to Ss about thinking/learning. #memspachat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q3: How do you create a school culture and climate conducive to learning? #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

BAM! Let's all welcome a new admin @philrussell1477 to #MEMSPAchat - Give him a follow and a shout out.

In reply to @philrussell1477, @philrussell1477

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3 Adults share their lives with kids #memspachat

SSpickard Sep 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: Be a lead learner; learning from others, incluidng my staff and students; standards-based educaiton; PLCs; etc. #MEMSPAchat

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: @HarvestLearning says it best in her Twitter profile. "First Learner and advocate for change in our schools." #MEMSPAchat

HERprincipal Sep 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

Letting Ts and Ss know that taking risks is ok. Learning along side Ts and Ss creates culture of learning for an entire building #MEMSPAchat

Jpkatona Sep 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: Having a shared vision and develop teacher leadership opportunities as much as I can....Being visible too! #MEMSPAchat

BillK76 Sep 7 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3. work on this never ends. Share ideas, conversations, encourage Ts to share, find time for them to work togethe. #MEMSPAchat

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:24 PM EDT

best of luck Phil!! #memspachat

In reply to @MEMSPAchat, @philrussell1477

JulieMytych Sep 7 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3: relationships must be built. Ss must feel safe. When feeling loved, safe and calm, learning will happen #memspachat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Definitely. Be open and down to earth with children. Let them see you as a real person #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @donald_gately

Syndee_Sue Sep 7 @ 8:24 PM EDT

A3) Caring, visibility, willing to get my hands in the mix, model as a learner, lead from where you stand & include others #MEMSPAchat

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Authentic modeling! Love it. #memspachat

In reply to @ForestPrincipal

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Modeling learning and building trust. Don't expect tts to spend an hour on a Twitter chat if we don't. A3 #MEMSPAchat

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Finding time for collaboration can be so difficult. Do you have an tips on how to carve some out? #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @BillK76

AJT2183 Sep 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

A3: Tap teacher leaders to help you change the culture. It's often best if it comes from teachers. More buy in. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:21 PM EDT

Q3: How do you create a school culture and climate conducive to learning? #MEMSPAchat

donistamour Sep 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Relationship matter most for Ss, Ts & Ps #MEMSPAchat

TJDamman Sep 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Welcome to #MEMSPAchat @philrussell1477!

In reply to @MEMSPAchat, @philrussell1477, @philrussell1477

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:25 PM EDT

Visibility - not always easy due to time constraints but so important to be in classes to see the fabulous learning taking place #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @Jpkatona

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Never underestimate a shared vision. Knowing who we are and what we stand for makes all of the difference. #MEMSPAchat

Jpkatona Sep 7 @ 8:23 PM EDT

A3: Having a shared vision and develop teacher leadership opportunities as much as I can....Being visible too! #MEMSPAchat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3 Building culture takes time..making it student centered speeds it up. It is the right work and people want to be part of it #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @MrDomagalski

cwoolman06 Sep 7 @ 8:26 PM EDT

A3: Build relationships based on trust. When there is trust people will want to learn and feel able to take risks #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @MrDomagalski

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:26 PM EDT

yes -- we need to make visibility a priority -- items on my daily checklist #memspachat

In reply to @irockey, @Jpkatona

EduGladiators Sep 7 @ 8:26 PM EDT

Join #EduGladiators Saturday 💥8amCT/9amET💥w/NEW series & @BClarksonTX kicks off the convo! #BunceeChat #StriveHI #MEMSPAchat #mschat

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:27 PM EDT

QUESTION 4 on #MEMSPAchat is coming up next. If you haven't checked out the new @MEMSPA website, CLICK HERE: https://t.co/f7dnd8AJls

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Shared vision = clear direction and understanding of common aims. I think everyone likes to know what they are aiming for #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @arinabokas

MEMSPA Sep 7 @ 8:27 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat

MEMSPA Sep 7 @ 3:31 PM EDT

Don't Miss @donistamour's New Blog Post! Netflix and Reflect #MEMSPAchat #MEMSPA @PaulLiabenow @jon_wennstrom https://t.co/YuqfvzPz8y

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Shores has late starts...1 Learning Session, 1 Dept. Meeting per month. PLUS, 2 curriculum late starts/trimester. #Committed #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @mingchri, @BillK76

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:27 PM EDT

It's a priority I have made for this year - to walk around school every day to see the staff and children #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @donald_gately, @Jpkatona

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q4: How do you communicate the vision and mission of your school? #MEMSPAchat

SamFancera Sep 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Jumping in late to #MEMSPAchat A3: Ensure the focus is on improving learning for ALL Ss. Everything you do & every decision you make.

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Otherwise, it is shooting in the dark.#MEMSPAchat

In reply to @irockey

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

I like those ideas. Part of negotiations or district-decided moves? #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @dougammeraal, @BillK76

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Definitely #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @arinabokas

lmcdonell14 Sep 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3) authentic resources, #PBL, being positive, teaching kids where they are and cross county practice & running a kids. #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Don't forget to check out the new @MEMSPA website: https://t.co/f7dnd8AJls - To get FULL access, join @MEMSPA see @TarynLHurley #MEMSPAchat

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: Learning from @Joe_Sanfelippo #gocrickets, you need to get it out there and flooooood the market with your message. #MEMSPAchat

SamFancera Sep 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: Plaster it everywhere! Constant communication is key with all school community members. #MEMSPAchat

HarvestLearning Sep 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: Welcome newsletter customized for each grade the week before the school year begins & most importantly through our actions! #memspachat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q4: How do you communicate the vision and mission of your school? #MEMSPAchat

Blessed_Prin16 Sep 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A3-This has been a challenge in my school. Hasn't been a focus on academics. Staff having hard time accepting data. #MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Sep 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

A4: Visible-on agendas, newsletters, emails, and more. Model the message and expect stakeholders to do the same. #MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:29 PM EDT

Clearly, concisely and regularly so that everyone has a clear understanding of what WE are trying to achieve together #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @MrDomagalski

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: easy answer, websites/postings/newsletters. Hard answer, what you do every day should be working toward that vision #MEMSPAchat

Graceleiting Sep 7 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#TIMDetroit #MEMSPAchat #EIJ17 #bbjcitizenship #GoPats SD/TF Card reader for IPhone/Samsung/PC https://t.co/RWqHXarccR

bradrobb Sep 7 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: through modeling to staff and students even when it becomes difficult to do so, and keeping it at the fore of my practice. #MEMSPAchat

Graceleiting Sep 7 @ 8:30 PM EDT

#TIMDetroit #MEMSPAchat #EIJ17 #bbjcitizenship #GoPats IPX7 Sweatproof earbuds for sports https://t.co/JzV0e7kyoH

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A5: EVERY conversation...interaction...behavior...email...PD...smile...observation...phone call...etc. Little Things=BIG Things #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q4: How do you communicate the vision and mission of your school? #MEMSPAchat

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:30 PM EDT

A4: It is on our webpage, it attached to all of our tweets through our district hashtag, and stated everyday in our announc #MEMSPAchat

cwoolman06 Sep 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Visable on all written communications but also the guiding point for all work in the district #MEMSPAchat

Graceleiting Sep 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

#TIMDetroit #MEMSPAchat #EIJ17 #bbjcitizenship #GoPats IPhone flash drive https://t.co/pmZ8m13RZm

AJT2183 Sep 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Be clear, concise, but let T's develop pathways to get there. That will create more buy in. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:28 PM EDT

Q4: How do you communicate the vision and mission of your school? #MEMSPAchat

Jpkatona Sep 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4: Through family engagement nights, school success meetings with external stakeholders, through social media and much more! #MEMSPAchat

Cardwell16 Sep 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A 3: Relationships between parents, teachers, and students! It's always about relationships! #MEMSPAchat

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

We can talk until we are blue in the face, what matters much more is what we do! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @SSpickard

SamFancera Sep 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Yes, Chris! Complete agreement with your "hard" answer. #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @mingchri

TCRyanSchrock Sep 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

It's a tough challenge for sure. We own our data collectively... all in this together! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @Blessed_Prin16

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A4 We share our mission everyday in our announcements and keep it visible ..We are Lifelong Learners & Lifelong Leaders #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @MrDomagalski

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Always smile - never underestimate it's power, or that of a thank you #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @dougammeraal

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:32 PM EDT

Real communication is in action and commitment. What we do, how we talk, for what we hold ourselves responsible A4 #MEMSPAchat

BillK76 Sep 7 @ 8:32 PM EDT

A4. We have been working on redoing this from last year. Difficult to find something ALL stakeholders can buy into. #MEMSPAchat

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4 I could do a better job with formal statement of .... otherwise, everybody knows what our school stands for... #memspachat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:33 PM EDT

We attended Solution Tree PLC Institute-helps drive the data work! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @Blessed_Prin16

Syndee_Sue Sep 7 @ 8:33 PM EDT

A4) Whatever your mission and vision is it should be easy and memorable...think "Just do it" and then get it out there #MEMSPAchat

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:33 PM EDT

did their RtI institute - very good #memspachat

In reply to @TLiMPrincipal, @Blessed_Prin16

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:34 PM EDT

QUESTION 5 on #MEMSPAchat will post in 1 minute.

HERprincipal Sep 7 @ 8:34 PM EDT

A4: Just talked about this today. Really need to get it out there. We live it, can anyone recite it? #MEMSPAchat

lmcdonell14 Sep 7 @ 8:34 PM EDT

5) say and post the mission everywhere. Our ss think our yearbook theme needs to include positivity #positivityunknown2mankind #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q5: In what ways do you set high expectations for your staff and yourself? #MEMSPAchat

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

ours is "do your personal best" --- everybody knows this at our school #memspachat

In reply to @Syndee_Sue

TCRyanSchrock Sep 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4: Make your goal your mantra. We exist to educate. Education improves lives. #MEMSPAchat #miTCAPS #TraverseHeights

JulieMytych Sep 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

A4: with, Ss, we say it together after the Pledge. Share it w/Ps: monthly newsletters & robocall. Vision: ?#MEMSPAchat

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Learning is not limited to schools - through relationships we share our vision. #MEMSPAchat

Cardwell16 Sep 7 @ 8:31 PM EDT

A 3: Relationships between parents, teachers, and students! It's always about relationships! #MEMSPAchat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5 Sharing the data and sharing pride in our work keeps us working on Good to GREAT! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @MrDomagalski

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5 adopted #observeMe model -- this flyer on my office door https://t.co/wsRmIQ5TyK #memspachat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5: To always build & improve year on year. As a staff we set high, but achievable expectations together. I also teach every wk. #MEMSPAchat

HERprincipal Sep 7 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A5: Always encouraging better/more from everyone. Constantly questioning are we doing enough for all of our students. #MEMSPAchat

RichardKlee1 Sep 7 @ 8:36 PM EDT

A3: The building & all staff have to feel that they are important in kids' lives. Team spirit! #MEMSPAchat

HarvestLearning Sep 7 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: Challenge myself to learn from Ts, ask questions, dig in w/ Ts to improve opportunities for Ss. #memspachat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q5: In what ways do you set high expectations for your staff and yourself? #MEMSPAchat

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: Always keep learning and pushing myself. Modeled behavior rubs off on others #MEMSPAchat

donistamour Sep 7 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A4: Through the decisions made over time... Walk the Vision #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Question 5 everyone on #MEMSPAchat What an awesome chat tonight, so many are connecting together on comments. Well done!

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q5: In what ways do you set high expectations for your staff and yourself? #MEMSPAchat

BillK76 Sep 7 @ 8:37 PM EDT

The expectations were already high when I arrived. My challenge is to maintain and continue to find ways to grow and improve. #MEMSPAchat

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: Model, focus on being YOUR best, love, have the tough conversations, and follow through. #memspachat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q5: In what ways do you set high expectations for your staff and yourself? #MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Sep 7 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: Data collection and analysis; taking risks; pushing limits #MEMSPAchat

Joe_Sanfelippo Sep 7 @ 8:37 PM EDT

You mean like this? #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @ForestPrincipal

jon_wennstrom Sep 7 @ 8:37 PM EDT

A5: Model risk-taking & continuous learning for staff. Be a "warm demander"..high expectation with high support @debbiemcfalone #MEMSPAchat

bradrobb Sep 7 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: provid some energy and empower them to be even better. Knowing that they're already doing great work. Open the doors! #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:38 PM EDT

@PaulLiabenow #MEMSPAchat

PaulLiabenow Sep 7 @ 8:37 PM EDT

MEMSPA STAFF ALL SELF STARTERS. We motivate each other.
In reply to @MrDomagalski

JulieMytych Sep 7 @ 8:38 PM EDT

A5: we model the lifelong guidelines & 18 lifeskills with Ts & Ss. Personal Best is one #MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Such a good philosophy to have, Doug. I am very much the same #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @dougammeraal

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:38 PM EDT

it's catching on with my Ts too .... #memspachat

In reply to @PaulLiabenow

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:38 PM EDT

Love that line "warm demander" I'm going to be stealing that one @jon_wennstrom #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @jon_wennstrom, @debbiemcfalone, @jon_wennstrom

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: By believing that we will never settle for mediocrity or the status-quo. The book #empower has made a huge impact on us #memspachat

RichardKlee1 Sep 7 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A2: Twitter has become my resource library & teachers can then easily access a whole world of ideas. #MEMSPAchat

Cardwell16 Sep 7 @ 8:39 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat A 5: By stretching ourselves professionally and modeling...

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:39 PM EDT

@bess_murphy #memspachat used #flipgrid for feedback ....

donald_gately Sep 6 @ 3:25 PM EDT

#Observeme is takin' off!! @bess_murphy -- #pineapplechart connect with @allison12805_de for ideas!

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:39 PM EDT

I aim for learning one new thing every day - even someting little. Talk to a st, ask for his/her take; talk to a pt. Read. A5 #MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: By praising what has gone well, recognising people's strengths and hard work #MEMSPAchat

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Yes! Like that!!! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @Joe_Sanfelippo

lmcdonell14 Sep 7 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A5) go back to my background as an athlete. Their is no limit. More can always be accomplished. You never quit. #MEMSPAchat

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:40 PM EDT

YES! Risk taking!! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @jon_wennstrom, @debbiemcfalone

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:40 PM EDT

Thank you Paul. Still enjoy it very much and feel it is important to do what I am asking others to do #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @PaulLiabenow

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:41 PM EDT

QUESTION 6 is up next on #MEMSPAchat - Great work everyone!!!

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:41 PM EDT

so funny! #memspachat

In reply to @ForestPrincipal, @Joe_Sanfelippo

TCRyanSchrock Sep 7 @ 8:41 PM EDT

A5: Set high expectations for ourselves, be vulnerable, learn and become stronger from mistakes. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q5: In what ways do you set high expectations for your staff and yourself? #MEMSPAchat

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:41 PM EDT

Learning every day, perfect! Personal goal is to spend time on MY learning everyday, have a resource to pull from for each day #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @arinabokas

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q6: How do you develop teacher leaders? #MEMSPAchat

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

This is where our focus and positivity have to shine towards our staff. #memspachat

In reply to @irockey

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Fail forward!!! I like it! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @TCRyanSchrock

bradrobb Sep 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

also spell provide correctly....(shopping on ArtVan with the Mrs. simultaneously...sorry) #MEMSPAchat

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

A6: treating them with respect and providing them with opportunities to showcase their skills #MEMSPAchat

Kyle__Hamlin Sep 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A1 - Intentional use of early release and PD DAYS, data to drive Curr. changes and MTSS. #MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6@ Through opportunities to develop their strengths and supporting them with release time to carry them out #MEMSPAchat

Kenny_pal2 Sep 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Let's chat with the theme of #MEMSPAchat Chat channel　[free] https://t.co/yNSmzGzKv1

HarvestLearning Sep 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: ASK! Get them out of their box, show them they can, give them opportunity and get out of the way! #memspachat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q6: How do you develop teacher leaders? #MEMSPAchat

RichardKlee1 Sep 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A5: We expect teachers who attend PD to become teacher leaders to share when they return at least for that topic.#MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Sep 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6: Give them the freedom and support to lead; finding those with skills and encouraging them to model and share #MEMSPAchat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6 Opportunities whenever you can find it! I ask teachers to let the reins go to students-- I have to let it go for teachers #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @MrDomagalski

TCRyanSchrock Sep 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Awesome! This is just the feedback platform what I was looking for. Thank you for sharing! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @donald_gately

BillK76 Sep 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

Have a great night #MEMSPAchat thanks for the good conversation. well done @MrDomagalski

jon_wennstrom Sep 7 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6: Empower teachers to make decisions, let them lead PD, let them own their own learning. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q6: How do you develop teacher leaders? #MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:44 PM EDT

Definitely all about empowerment #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @jon_wennstrom

HERprincipal Sep 7 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6: Offer opportunities for leadership and growth. Listen to ideas and let Ts implement. #MEMSPAchat

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6: Identify strengths, create opportunities, encourage, and then support. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q6: How do you develop teacher leaders? #MEMSPAchat

Jpkatona Sep 7 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6: Have T's part of the decision process, develop instructional rounds with staff, have T's share PD with staff...#MEMSPAchat

Syndee_Sue Sep 7 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6: Draw on their strengths, build on wins and then stretch them, give them the reigns and the freedom to lead, learn and grow #Memspachat

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:44 PM EDT

A6: By providing them opportunities to grow and lead: Committees, book studies, PLC Leaders. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q6: How do you develop teacher leaders? #MEMSPAchat

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:44 PM EDT

sure --- you can copy the template -- i got it on twitter from somebody #memspachat

In reply to @TCRyanSchrock

bk_partin Sep 7 @ 8:44 PM EDT

I agree - set the expectations high and encourage them to take risks! #MEMSPAchat

TCRyanSchrock Sep 7 @ 8:41 PM EDT
A5: Set high expectations for ourselves, be vulnerable, learn and become stronger from mistakes. #MEMSPAchat
- MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT
  
  Q5: In what ways do you set high expectations for your staff and yourself? #MEMSPAchat

cwoolman06 Sep 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A5: Stay positive and model what I hope to see in others #MEMSPAchat

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

I used to think talking more made me strong, now I know that finding ways for others to speak makes me stronger #MEMSPAchat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:43 PM EDT

A6 Opportunities whenever you can find it! I ask teachers to let the reins go to students-- I have to let it go for teachers #MEMSPAchat
In reply to @MrDomagalski

bradrobb Sep 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: diversify the opportunities to lead. don't micromanage, and point out the strengths you see in them. offer and trust. #MEMSPAchat

lovecat247 Sep 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

Bio-Groom Sure Clot Stypti... Grab it => https://t.co/yfbNK3EPYM #cat #lovecat #cats #ilovecats #kitten #catsupplies #pet #MEMSPAchat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

BAM! Include them in decision process! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @Jpkatona

Cardwell16 Sep 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat NAESP President Brian Partin and I participating with MEMSPAchat on the streets of DC. Thanks @MrDomagalski for tonight!

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

A6: When you create the platform for them to lead, they will step up. "If you build it, they will come." #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q6: How do you develop teacher leaders? #MEMSPAchat

Mrmeeez1 Sep 7 @ 8:46 PM EDT

Last King From Allah, Naser Mohammad Al-Yamani https://t.co/Sjmw8pwjhX #MEMSPAchat #Derek_Saretzky #Yahvé_Álvarez

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:46 PM EDT

It is so easy to get sucked in into mediocrity. Comfort zone is a beautiful place but nothing ever grows there. #MEMSPAchat

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:39 PM EDT

A5: By believing that we will never settle for mediocrity or the status-quo. The book #empower has made a huge impact on us #memspachat

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:46 PM EDT

So valuable! #memspachat

In reply to @Jpkatona

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:46 PM EDT

That's fantastic! Keep spreading the #MEMSPAchat Movement!

In reply to @Cardwell16

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:47 PM EDT

QUESTION 7 is on deck on #MEMSPAchat Check out the @MEMSPA website at https://t.co/f7dnd8Skd0 Contact @TarynLHurley about membership

RachelACard Sep 7 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: Nurture and support teachers' talents, passions, and ideas. Trust them and allow them to take the lead on initiatives. #MEMSPAchat

RichardKlee1 Sep 7 @ 8:47 PM EDT

A6: WCRESA has a great TL program thanks to @Syndee_Sue, but it is a tricky role for teachers & requires support. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Q7: How do you develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, and parents. #MEMSPAchat

Kyle__Hamlin Sep 7 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A3 - Building relationships is the most important followed by hiring good people. Having interventions and supports in place. #MEMSPAchat

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Develop teacher leaders by getting out of thier ways and letting them lead according to thier own strengths. A6 #MEMSPAchat

cwoolman06 Sep 7 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6: Provide opportunities for Ts to lead and grow through sharing and mentoring. Give them support to step out & try new things #MEMSPAchat

TeachFangs Sep 7 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A6 When you trust your teacher leaders and provide stable leadership responsibilities they approach their potential. #MEMSPAchat

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A7: currently working on building a bridge with parents through a school YouTube channel #MEMSPAchat

Syndee_Sue Sep 7 @ 8:49 PM EDT

Thank you Richard! You have made my day! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @RichardKlee1

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7 show you care --- let them know you --- get to know them -- families -- share #memspachat

In reply to @MrDomagalski

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7: I try very hard to be visible to everyone. Leading celebration assembly, talking to parents on the playground after school #MEMSPAchat

bradrobb Sep 7 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7: Don't force it, take genuine interest and follow through on the things you say you'll do for everyone. If you can't..say no. #MEMSPAchat

Kyle__Hamlin Sep 7 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A4 - Could definitely get better at communicating Mission/Vision. My actions clearly communicate kids are first. #MEMSPAchat

HERprincipal Sep 7 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7: Check in often, listen, offer support and be present (both physically and mentally). #MEMSPAchat

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7: Appreciation and value. Do the little things. Show gratitude. Be authentic. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Q7: How do you develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, and parents. #MEMSPAchat

Jpkatona Sep 7 @ 8:49 PM EDT

A7: Making positive phone calls home everyday, greet P's and S's when entering the school, eat lunch with Ss, etc. #MEMSPAchat

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:50 PM EDT

See and interact with everyone as human beings first. Put away the function and look at a person. The rest will follow. A7 #MEMSPAchat

cwoolman06 Sep 7 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A7: Show them you genuinely care and communicate with them in a mode that is convenient for them #MEMSPAchat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A7 Visibility and being available. My WIG (wildly important goal) is to get connected with all and to track my interactions #MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Sep 7 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A7: Open door, practice kindness but hold myself and others accountable, and above all appreciate all their hard work. #MEMSPAchat

PaulLiabenow Sep 7 @ 8:50 PM EDT

Two of the finest Ed Leaders in the USA! @MEMSPA #Memspachat

Cardwell16 Sep 7 @ 8:45 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat NAESP President Brian Partin and I participating with MEMSPAchat on the streets of DC. Thanks @MrDomagalski for tonight!

TeachFangs Sep 7 @ 8:50 PM EDT

A6 Leadership Mentors help teachers find- and develop, their strengths. #MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7: Say good morning to everyone and always good night on the way out. Check in with everyone every day #MEMSPAchat

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:51 PM EDT

I love doing this. Or, stopping class and recognizing a specific student and giving them some Sailor gear! #memspachat

In reply to @Jpkatona

HarvestLearning Sep 7 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7: Visibility w/ all. Welcome Ps into school, Listen and take action! Relationships, relationships, relationships! #memspachat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Q7: How do you develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, and parents. #MEMSPAchat

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:51 PM EDT

A7: By doing things that are not part of the "norm" as a principal. Showing them that you like to have fun and you care #MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:51 PM EDT

We are very alike in our practice. I did that today! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @dougammeraal, @Jpkatona

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A7: for students and teachers I am sending out a minimum of a tweet a day highlighting something fantastic at MCMS #MEMSPAchat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

So important to be present without the other "stuff"! #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @arinabokas

jon_wennstrom Sep 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A7: Be Present, Listen to understand, spend time together, but most of all...really care!! #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:48 PM EDT

Q7: How do you develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, and parents. #MEMSPAchat

CivicsEngaged Sep 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

You know it ... #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @ForestPrincipal

DrBody4Life Sep 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A7: Be authentic. Use restorative practices. Try to understand what's really going on with those in your building. #MEMSPAchat

RichardKlee1 Sep 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A7: I always begin conversations with "The good news is ..." #MEMSPAchat

AJT2183 Sep 7 @ 8:52 PM EDT

A5: Modeling my constant challenge myself to learn more and grow in my leadership. Always learning. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:35 PM EDT

Q5: In what ways do you set high expectations for your staff and yourself? #MEMSPAchat

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:53 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat - Last question of the night will post by @MrDomagalski in less than a minute Love this group!!!

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A7: Having positive relationships with the school community makes for a strong and happy environment #MEMSPAchat

TJDamman Sep 7 @ 8:53 PM EDT

A7 Be empathetic, be genuine, provide support, show you care! Listen, listen, listen! #memspachat

RachelACard Sep 7 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A7: Take genuine interest in their lives, and initiate small conversations that have big impact in connecting with people. #MEMSPAchat

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:54 PM EDT

I love how you model having FUN! #memspachat

In reply to @ForestPrincipal

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A7: Promote our theme in everything I do! #MEMSPAchat

Kyle__Hamlin Sep 7 @ 8:54 PM EDT

A5 - Collective commitment to improving. Develop teacher leaders and keep focus on planning, doing, monitoring and evaluating. #MEMSPAchat

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Thanks. I am still regretting sleeping on the roof...lol . #MEMSPAchat

In reply to @TLiMPrincipal

Syndee_Sue Sep 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A7: #MEMSPAchat #whateveryonesaid #greatstuff

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Q8: What does being an effective instructional leader mean to you? #MEMSPAchat

donistamour Sep 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A7: Relationships.... whatever it takes... Broken record Doni... they matter most #Memspachat

MEMSPAchat Sep 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

LAST QUESTION of out #MEMSPAchat night...

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Q8: What does being an effective instructional leader mean to you? #MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A8: Making school the best place it can possibly be...for everyone #MEMSPAchat

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:56 PM EDT

so many things --- relationships / vision / innovative #memspachat

In reply to @MrDomagalski

AJT2183 Sep 7 @ 8:56 PM EDT

A6: Learn T's strengths and put them in positions to lead through their strengths. Everyone likes to be recognized. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:42 PM EDT

Q6: How do you develop teacher leaders? #MEMSPAchat

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:56 PM EDT

The more it is said, the better it sinks in! #MEMSPAchat

donistamour Sep 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

A7: Relationships.... whatever it takes... Broken record Doni... they matter most #Memspachat

HarvestLearning Sep 7 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A8: Remove obstacles for Ts & Ss for all learning can occur for all. If Ts & Ss have joy in our school it's working. #memspachat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Q8: What does being an effective instructional leader mean to you? #MEMSPAchat

SSpickard Sep 7 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A8: such a good question w/ so many answers--I hope we have a safe and trusting environment with a growth mindset & risk taking. #MEMSPAchat

Syndee_Sue Sep 7 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A8) Knowing at the end of the day I have done my best to make a positive difference in my community of learners #MEMSPAchat

TCRyanSchrock Sep 7 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A8: Staying focused on creating and maintaining systems that positively impact every student every day. #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Q8: What does being an effective instructional leader mean to you? #MEMSPAchat

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:57 PM EDT

A8: People feel confident in coming to you with a problem or a solution-Willing to try something new-current in today's trends #MEMSPAchat

MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:55 PM EDT

Q8: What does being an effective instructional leader mean to you? #MEMSPAchat

Jpkatona Sep 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A8: It's my "why" and I look to improve in this area each day to make our school a better place. #MEMSPAchat

Kyle__Hamlin Sep 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A6 - Let them to lead committees, assign roles in PLCs, bring to admin. meetings, ldrshp conferences. Find your replacement! #MEMSPAchat

HERprincipal Sep 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A8: When Ss and Ts love where they are and what they are doing as learners. #MEMSPAchat

CivicsEngaged Sep 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Educatos can't afford to be too scared to fail - and other ideas outlined in my blog https://t.co/Irb89RUzeA #MEMSPAchat

mingchri Sep 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

A8: Effective instructional leader to me means removing obstacles, creating opportunities, and unlocking potential for ss and ts #MEMSPAchat

donald_gately Sep 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thanks for a great chat everybody!! #memspachat

dougammeraal Sep 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thanks @MrDomagalski and #memspachat for a great learning session. Bedtime for kiddos.

arinabokas Sep 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Building and sustaining a school vision, sharing leadership, building a learning community, and always learning. A7 #MEMSPAchat

irockey Sep 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thank you everyone for another excellent #MEMSPAchat Such a great group.

Cardwell16 Sep 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

#MEMSPAchat A8: Support. Cheerleader. Fostering innovation. Developing a collaborative atmosphere where risk taking is ok!

ForestPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:58 PM EDT

My daughter started KDG this year. She didn't know I did this on opening day. #memspachat #tradition

PaulLiabenow Sep 7 @ 8:56 PM EDT

This is the best!
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MrDomagalski - Moderator Sep 7 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Huge thanks to everyone who joined in on tonight's #MEMSPAchat You are all true inspiration! Keep leading and learning!

TLiMPrincipal Sep 7 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A8 Results! Excited to think we are ready to move the data needle this yr. Building culture & foundation had to come 1st. #MEMSPAchat

Kyle__Hamlin Sep 7 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A7 - People work first paperwork second. Be present! Be visible! Be approachable! #MEMSPAchat

SamFancera Sep 7 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A8: providing conditions & supporting staff so they can focus on instruction to improve student learning. #MEMSPAchat

donistamour Sep 7 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A:8 Success for others... ALL #GlassFullLeader #Memspachat

jon_wennstrom Sep 7 @ 8:59 PM EDT

Thanks Mike for another great chat!! Your leadership is appreciated! #MEMSPAchat

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RichardKlee1 Sep 7 @ 8:59 PM EDT

A8: My view of effective has changed w/age. Now it means graduating good people who value learning & making the world better. #MEMSPAchat