#sunchat Archive
A weekly chat for educators from all around the world.
Sunday March 5, 2017
9:00 AM EST
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:00 AM EST
Morning & Welcome to
#sunchat
Everyone! Jamie, MS T & co-mod here w/awesome
@mssackstein
@susankotch
@tiffanytruitt
Open chat, edcamp style!
MsVenturino
Mar 5 @ 9:00 AM EST
Collecting real stories from real teachers (& TOSAs & admins too!). Check it out & join here:
https://t.co/eCJvYitmcH
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#hacklearning
top_us_now
Mar 5 @ 9:00 AM EST
https://t.co/e8Dli5GXv4
28.
#CNNSOTU
29.
#ShakespeareSunday
30.
#FelizDomingo
31.
#GetOutChallenge
32.
#PslFinalLahore
33.
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participatechat
Mar 5 @ 9:00 AM EST
Participate in the upcoming
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by sharing resources and collaborating at
https://t.co/vbZJZztzH6
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:01 AM EST
Good morning Jamie! Happy Sunday. I get to meet you in person this week :)
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at
@masscue
In reply to @masscue
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:00 AM EST
Morning & Welcome to
#sunchat
Everyone! Jamie, MS T & co-mod here w/awesome
@mssackstein
@susankotch
@tiffanytruitt
Open chat, edcamp style!
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:01 AM EST
Good morning to the best
#pln
around! Welcome to
#sunchat
! Take a few moments to introduce yourself!
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:01 AM EST
Starr from NY - HS English teacher/ teacher coach and author - co-mod of
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bashaierk
Mar 5 @ 9:02 AM EST
Six steps to learn from mistakes
https://t.co/1jIZDhNM83
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#edchat
#edchatMENA
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:02 AM EST
Good morning Tiffany :)
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In reply to @tiffanytruitt
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:02 AM EST
Woohoo!!!! I am so excited Starr!!! Morning!
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mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:01 AM EST
Good morning Jamie! Happy Sunday. I get to meet you in person this week :)
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at
@masscue
In reply to @masscue
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:00 AM EST
Morning & Welcome to
#sunchat
Everyone! Jamie, MS T & co-mod here w/awesome
@mssackstein
@susankotch
@tiffanytruitt
Open chat, edcamp style!
AmyLynnRever
Mar 5 @ 9:02 AM EST
Good morning! Amy from MI. MS Band T recovering from Band Festival week and prepping for crazy awesomeness of the end of the yr.
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mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:02 AM EST
me too. I will be getting in Thursday evening. I'm driving up right after school
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In reply to @JamieArmin
TheGhostImpala
Mar 5 @ 9:03 AM EST
#SundayMorning
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#CNNSOTU
More Obama White House criminals calling for violence against Trump supporters.
#LockHerUp
#ObamaGate
NetworksManager
Mar 5 @ 1:28 AM EST
You guys seen this? Appears to be a call for civil war by Loretta Lynch released today by Senate islamo fascist Dems
https://t.co/uDG3cbiKXj
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:03 AM EST
Happy Sunday Justin! Welcome!
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justindavidwilk
Mar 5 @ 9:02 AM EST
@JamieArmin
#edchat
happy Sunday! Happy to join from Northern Virginia
In reply to @JamieArmin
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:00 AM EST
Morning & Welcome to
#sunchat
Everyone! Jamie, MS T & co-mod here w/awesome
@mssackstein
@susankotch
@tiffanytruitt
Open chat, edcamp style!
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:03 AM EST
Anyone else on
#sunchat
going to
@masscue
on Friday this week? I hope to meet you there
In reply to @masscue
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:03 AM EST
Tiffany Truitt, Literacy Support Specialist from Virginia! So excited to be back for
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AFVirgilio
Mar 5 @ 9:03 AM EST
Hey all! Music educator from Long Island, NY here! Happy Sunday.
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brianrozinsky
Mar 5 @ 9:03 AM EST
Hiya,
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. I'm Brian. I teach MS Ss Eng in CO.
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:03 AM EST
morning Tiffany!!!
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In reply to @tiffanytruitt
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:03 AM EST
Morning
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Meredith from Florida joining
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:04 AM EST
Hope it was a GREAT week. Always good to see you, Amy
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In reply to @AmyLynnRever
theteachernme
Mar 5 @ 9:04 AM EST
Good morning
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Gena K teacher- Reading Specialist--Spring/Summer lover in freezing NJπ€£
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:04 AM EST
morning Brian
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In reply to @brianrozinsky
MissNikkiIn5th
Mar 5 @ 9:04 AM EST
Morning!
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ejfleer
Mar 5 @ 9:04 AM EST
Good morning everyone!Elizabeth from Missouri. I'm a health/PE teacher.
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techsanfilippo
Mar 5 @ 9:04 AM EST
Good Morning
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Tony from Apopka Fl
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:04 AM EST
morning Anthony!
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In reply to @AFVirgilio
yu7iz
Mar 5 @ 9:05 AM EST
Good morning! Hello from MI : )
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AmyLynnRever
Mar 5 @ 9:05 AM EST
Extra layer of crunchy peanut butter on top of our regular nuttiness, but it was a successful week. :)
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In reply to @tiffanytruitt
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:05 AM EST
Welcome Elizabeth!
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In reply to @ejfleer
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:05 AM EST
Morning Amy!
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In reply to @AmyLynnRever
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:05 AM EST
Always good to see you, Gena!
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In reply to @theteachernme
susankotch
Mar 5 @ 9:05 AM EST
Morning
#sunchat
ers! Hope all of you are doing well this morning! Susan from the Jersey Shore!
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:05 AM EST
It's going to be an amazing day.
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JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:05 AM EST
morning Elizabeth!
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In reply to @ejfleer
PenroseTutoring
Mar 5 @ 9:05 AM EST
Randy from St. Louis, former elementary teacher/tutor, now private tutor
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nipponupdate
Mar 5 @ 9:06 AM EST
#InsidePolitics
,
#WSCLondon2017
,
#FilmsAtTheBar
,
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,
#OverHeardInThe80s
, Tony Blair ,
#HackLearning
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:06 AM EST
morning Nikki!
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In reply to @MissNikkiIn5th
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:06 AM EST
The beauty of working in education!
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AmyLynnRever
Mar 5 @ 9:05 AM EST
Extra layer of crunchy peanut butter on top of our regular nuttiness, but it was a successful week. :)
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In reply to @tiffanytruitt
historycomics
Mar 5 @ 9:06 AM EST
Morning - I teach high school social studies and spread the nerd word of power of comics in education for literacy and engagement
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bashaierk
Mar 5 @ 9:06 AM EST
Five ways to help students become better questioner via Warren Berger &
@rebezuniga
#satchat
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#edchat
#edchatMENA
#CriticalThinking
MrsShorr
Mar 5 @ 9:06 AM EST
Good morning
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. Heidi, 3rd grade teacher noticing it's a chilly morning here in MA.
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:06 AM EST
Here's our topic
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friends! Let's get started ...
theedpodcast
Mar 5 @ 9:06 AM EST
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Morning all! Shane here from AB Canada. Teacher of ELA, drama, and Film Studies. Also a dedicated podcaster.
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:07 AM EST
This morning we are talking about connecting parents and teachers!
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JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:07 AM EST
Morning Tim!
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In reply to @historycomics
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:07 AM EST
Good morning Heidi and welcome to
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In reply to @MrsShorr
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:07 AM EST
Morning Susan!
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In reply to @susankotch
leighmragsdale
Mar 5 @ 9:07 AM EST
Happy Sunday
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! Leigh, from MO!!! HS Assistant Principal & lover of LEARNING & growing!
AFVirgilio
Mar 5 @ 9:07 AM EST
nice image! strong message.
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In reply to @historycomics
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:07 AM EST
Good morning Susan :)
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In reply to @susankotch
atkauffman
Mar 5 @ 9:07 AM EST
My students set a goal for our class to raise $200 by Tuesday
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#HackLearning
https://t.co/fqAAjdxwiZ
gtchatmod
Mar 5 @ 9:07 AM EST
?s
#gtchat
this week: "Can Phenomenon-Based Learning Work for Gifted Students?"
#TAGT
#NAGC
#AussieEd
#sunchat
#txeducaht
#edchat
PaulSolarz
Mar 5 @ 9:07 AM EST
Please join
@RewardingEdu
&
@PegGrafwallner
MONDAY at 7pm Central for
#LearnLAP
!
#satchat
#satchatwc
#sunchat
#tlap
#ICE17
#21stedchat
JoeHNewYork
Mar 5 @ 9:07 AM EST
And is taxes too.
#Sundaymorning
#sunchat
#FoxSunday
#AMJoy
#ThisWeek
mitchellvii
Mar 5 @ 7:49 AM EST
Think about this. Even after wiretapping Trump's office, The Democrats couldn't provide ANY evidence to stop him.
#squeakyclean
lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:08 AM EST
Good morning, all! Lisa, instructional coach from suburban Chicago. Excited about
#sunchat
, one of my favorite topics today.
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:08 AM EST
Have to RT and steal this one! I am "all in" for increasing our skill set when it comes to questioning.
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bashaierk
Mar 5 @ 9:06 AM EST
Five ways to help students become better questioner via Warren Berger &
@rebezuniga
#satchat
#sunchat
#edchat
#edchatMENA
#CriticalThinking
HillMrispo
Mar 5 @ 9:08 AM EST
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Beautiful sunny morning in NJ. Michele Hill here
AmyLynnRever
Mar 5 @ 9:08 AM EST
Use all the social media! Put cool events and class happenings where they're already looking.
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JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:08 AM EST
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I'm using a classroom Twitter acct
@mrsarmin323
posting classroom 7th & 8th weekly plan, updated w/pics & resources as we go along!
In reply to @MrsArmin323
MrsTLMarinelli
Mar 5 @ 9:08 AM EST
Good morning
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. Tory from California checking in.
drangelapeery
Mar 5 @ 9:09 AM EST
Good morning, chat #2 for me this morning! Angela from SC.
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PMcPeake1
Mar 5 @ 9:09 AM EST
@JeremyDBond
Hey buddy, they're playing your song here.
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In reply to @JeremyDBond
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:09 AM EST
We definitely need to change the dynamics of the important relationship we build with parents in schools
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JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:09 AM EST
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colleague
@mrswillardart
launched Open Classroom Day. 2Γ/yr! Fabulous connection Ps Ss Ts! Also I created school # >
#tjhspizazz
MrFergusonMJHS
Mar 5 @ 9:09 AM EST
Shane, math teacher, Ohio. Coffee and phone in hand! Let's do this!
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mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:09 AM EST
Loved watching Ts transform their Open House meetings with Ps to amazing relationship building sessions. NO sit and get!
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mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:09 AM EST
This can't be the only way we communicate with parents because it doesn't work
https://t.co/YrTH0CE3VI
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SPSantilli
Mar 5 @ 9:10 AM EST
Please consider joining us for a viewing of
@MLTSfilm
@Stockton_edu
Feel free to share!
https://t.co/mcEB1fT9z8
#FutureReady
#njed
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In reply to @MLTSfilm, @Stockton_edu
AssignmentHelpN
Mar 5 @ 9:10 AM EST
#sunchat
10 Facts you Must Know Before Choosing Fashion Designing as a Career
https://t.co/OG8sswFB3s
facunver07
Mar 5 @ 9:10 AM EST
#TOTEVE
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#UFC209
#eroticon
#GetOutChallenge
#FilmsAtTheBar
https://t.co/XLfQ60agS7
theedpodcast
Mar 5 @ 9:10 AM EST
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Connect to parents on a regular basis - email them when kids do good things, not just when they mess up.
coreythornblad
Mar 5 @ 9:10 AM EST
joining for a bit
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MS school social studies teacher in Virginia. Good Morning!
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:10 AM EST
Revisions to the Draft Require Parent Input - Work in Progress - Education Week Teacher
https://t.co/rokgp94j58
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JoeHNewYork
Mar 5 @ 9:10 AM EST
#Sundaymorning
wonder if John MCCains former campaign manager is in with
#pizzagate
#Podesta
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#FoxSunday
#AMJoy
#ThisWeek
JoeHNewYork
Mar 1 @ 11:25 AM EST
#WednesdayWisdom
#Podesta
says
#WhyILovePizza
is all the little boys he can molest at
#CometPizza
with this f'n creep
#Alefantis
MrU_ishere
Mar 5 @ 9:10 AM EST
Ongoing concern / issue / debate. How DO we get Ts and Ps to work more closely. Interested in what comes of the next hour on
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mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:09 AM EST
We definitely need to change the dynamics of the important relationship we build with parents in schools
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mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:10 AM EST
Getting Students Ready For Portfolio Conferences - Work in Progress - Education Week Teacher
https://t.co/baqFHi5zun
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HillMrispo
Mar 5 @ 9:11 AM EST
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Don't assume because that their child is in high school that parent's don't want to be kept in the loop. Call/write/invite them in!
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:11 AM EST
Any P/T conference should start with "emptying the trash" Let parents unload. Don't interrupt. Need to feel like they are heard.
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PMcPeake1
Mar 5 @ 9:11 AM EST
As a parent I don't have a problem with initiating. T's have a class full of S's, I have one.
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MrsTLMarinelli
Mar 5 @ 9:11 AM EST
Agreed
@mssackstein
We have a huge problem trying to get parents involved at the high school level.
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In reply to @mssackstein
leighmragsdale
Mar 5 @ 9:11 AM EST
Parent involvement is a crucial component of student success & building a positive school community.
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mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:11 AM EST
the more good will we can engender, the more likely parents will be to work with us. We're all on the same team
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In reply to @theedpodcast
drangelapeery
Mar 5 @ 9:11 AM EST
Great idea I learned from a T this wk: stay after school Fri., make 3+ positive phone calls home. This was HS.
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mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:11 AM EST
Seeking out input from families about how they would like communication to ebb and flow through-out the year.
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PenroseTutoring
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
Not in the classroom full-time anymore, but when I was I used electronic and hard copy of weekly newsletter, no reason 2 "not know"
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mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
I think it starts with introductions. Traditional meet the teacher doesn't do the trick. Need to try something new
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In reply to @MrU_ishere
MrsShorr
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
Important for Ts to maintain open & ongoing communication with parents. A team approach is critical for S success.
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SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
Good morning! Susan from Loudoun County Va, instructional coach
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mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
maybe a parent edcamp where Ts and Ps mix and mingle?
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In reply to @MrU_ishere
DennisDill
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
Parent and Teacher relationships change for the positive when we stop looking at each other as adversaries.
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SturmDon
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
Don from Central IL joining late!
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AmyLynnRever
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
Similar idea to send home positive postcards. Families enjoyed having something physical to keep around.
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In reply to @drangelapeery
HillMrispo
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
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We have a positive praise referral for T's and A's to send home. Quick checklist and very positive. Amazing effect!!
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
Created this formative/parent communication doc this year. Great success & feedforward w/Ss & Ps!
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AFVirgilio
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
I've always been a fan of the positive call home. Teachers can improve relationships w parents by sharing student successes.
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mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
yes and where I teach, there is a huge language barrier too. I need a translator for most of my calls
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In reply to @MrsTLMarinelli
MrsTLMarinelli
Mar 5 @ 9:13 AM EST
Iβm trying to find interesting ways to get parents involved in my classroom beyond checking grades
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#APLang
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:13 AM EST
In our SIG school 1 of the goals was increasing contact w/ families so we used Google forms to track each week. Shared w/ all
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PMcPeake1
Mar 5 @ 9:13 AM EST
As parents if we know you care we're more likely to go along even if we don't fully understand or agree. Teach us to trust you.
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MrU_ishere
Mar 5 @ 9:13 AM EST
Agreed. I've toyed w/the idea of a Be-The-Student night for my Ps. Never seem to have the time (or energy) to do it.
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In reply to @mssackstein
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:13 AM EST
HS Ps often feel even more disconnected, T communication keeps them in the loop to a degree they may otherwise not have
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HillMrispo
Mar 5 @ 9:11 AM EST
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Don't assume because that their child is in high school that parent's don't want to be kept in the loop. Call/write/invite them in!
DennisDill
Mar 5 @ 9:13 AM EST
My best relationships with parents exist because I have a great relationship with the kid.
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mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:13 AM EST
parent/ teacher conferences don't work either, especially if we're reading from a grade book. Online communication systems help but
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lmhawkhill
Mar 5 @ 9:13 AM EST
Good morning! Lenette from Louisiana joining in!
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PenroseTutoring
Mar 5 @ 9:13 AM EST
Also made sure 2 deliver good news. Reduces the chances of "tension between teacher and parents when "bad" news is delivered
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leighmragsdale
Mar 5 @ 9:13 AM EST
We do challenges for parent teacher conferences to increase parent involvement
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drangelapeery
Mar 5 @ 9:13 AM EST
This T does it only Fri., and kids have started asking, "Are you calling my mom today?" It's for having a good wk.
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In reply to @AmyLynnRever
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:13 AM EST
they don't solve all of the problems as tech equity may be an issue
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SturmDon
Mar 5 @ 9:13 AM EST
While not in the classroom, many of my Ts have had great SUCCESS with
@Seesaw
The Ps seem to love it!
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In reply to @Seesaw
timlriley
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
Good morning everyone
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sorry I'm running behind
ejfleer
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
Class twitter account has helped a ton, I also use s'more to create digital weekly newsletters (push out in email & on social media)
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Dr_LMR
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
The positive allows you to leave on a high note for the weekend! Benefits Ps Ts and Ss so win-win-win!
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In reply to @drangelapeery
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
Remember, what sounds like excuses and complaints to the T sounds like love for their child for the parents
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HillMrispo
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
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@RemindHQ
is a great way to communicate with parents. Use social media sites to brag about their S's!
In reply to @RemindHQ
drangelapeery
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
That's the key! However, as a HS teacher, I often had BETTER relationship than parent. Parents were checked out.
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In reply to @DennisDill
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
that's tough. These are the kinds of initiatives we have to put energy into instead of some of the other stuff
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In reply to @MrU_ishere
rader4thgrade
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
Malinda, 4th grade teacher from NC
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lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
As a parent of "that kid" I have learned a lot about communicating w/parents which has made me a better T.
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https://t.co/uKgVMkTQds
timlriley
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
interesting idea
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In reply to @MrU_ishere, @mssackstein
theteachernme
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
Totally love β€οΈ
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JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
Created this formative/parent communication doc this year. Great success & feedforward w/Ss & Ps!
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CarinaHilbert
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
How admins communicate with Ps affects how Ps see Ts as well. We're all in this together.
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sustainteach
Mar 5 @ 9:15 AM EST
Don't rush your time of rest today by worrying about tomorrow β±
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#teacherlife
Wesley_Vinson38
Mar 5 @ 9:15 AM EST
Wes Vinson, Texas, educator. Good morning!
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PenroseTutoring
Mar 5 @ 9:15 AM EST
Also talked to parents any chance I got to get a better idea of who they are (e.g. in the hallway, on field trips, at dismissal)
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drangelapeery
Mar 5 @ 9:15 AM EST
I thought it was great. Go to happy hour w a smile on your face instead of an ax to grind!
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In reply to @Dr_LMR
DennisDill
Mar 5 @ 9:15 AM EST
I have to stop thinking every parent will be "that super" parent ... I will take what I can get. At least respond to my text.
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massignmenthelp
Mar 5 @ 9:15 AM EST
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5 Signs Indicate that you Need to Hire Online Math Tutor
https://t.co/KM38333Kxz
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:15 AM EST
We need to move heaven and earth to figure out systematic ways to have these calls home and never have it as an excuse for no calls
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mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
yes and where I teach, there is a huge language barrier too. I need a translator for most of my calls
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In reply to @MrsTLMarinelli
JoeHNewYork
Mar 5 @ 9:15 AM EST
#LorettaLynch
is discounting her " My Pillows " to get a lawyer to help save her fat disgusting ass
#Sundaymorning
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#FoxSunday
MsKarrsGators
Mar 5 @ 9:15 AM EST
I reach out to parents at least twice w/ positive communication w/in 1st month. Ps don't trust U if they only hear negative
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mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:15 AM EST
that gotcha behavior doesn't help. We should catch them being awesome and send that
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In reply to @theedpodcast
brianrozinsky
Mar 5 @ 9:16 AM EST
Interest piqued Friday when I heard about this group structure for student-led conferences:
https://t.co/VaIZq2eCGa
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leighmragsdale
Mar 5 @ 9:16 AM EST
We try to stay active on social media to highlight our students & teachers, so the school community & parents are involved
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timlriley
Mar 5 @ 9:16 AM EST
Terrific graphic
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lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
As a parent of "that kid" I have learned a lot about communicating w/parents which has made me a better T.
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https://t.co/uKgVMkTQds
vrzemaitis
Mar 5 @ 9:16 AM EST
this needs to be a chat topic on how to improve p/t conferences
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In reply to @mssackstein
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:16 AM EST
Thx! Parents are really loving this one! Esp when they need to work & can't join us
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theteachernme
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
Totally love β€οΈ
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JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:12 AM EST
Created this formative/parent communication doc this year. Great success & feedforward w/Ss & Ps!
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MrsTLMarinelli
Mar 5 @ 9:16 AM EST
Maybe start early next year, with a printed party invitation, and offer snacks and a positive environment I can get involvement.
#sunchat
PenroseTutoring
Mar 5 @ 9:16 AM EST
All of the digital ways to "inform" parents are great, but good old face to face convos were most effective for me
#sunchat
ejfleer
Mar 5 @ 9:16 AM EST
Emailing has also been huge for me especially sending positive emails home for my Ss that struggle (everyone is on the same page)
#sunchat
theMrOlson
Mar 5 @ 9:16 AM EST
I like to use
@Seesaw
and
@RemindHQ
to flood them w/ the positives. It makes any tough conversations later much easier.
#sunchat
In reply to @Seesaw, @RemindHQ
MrsShorr
Mar 5 @ 9:16 AM EST
Excited to use
@seesaw
this year to share photos, videos & S work happenings with parents. Helps parents see into the classroom
#sunchat
In reply to @Seesaw
drangelapeery
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
It's easy for us to forget that many Ps have so much trauma/drama to focus on - health, job or unemploymt, prison...
#sunchat
In reply to @DennisDill
coreythornblad
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
My golden rule is: I always always lead with something positive in communications. The cup is always at least half full.
#sunchat
Wesley_Vinson38
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
I would say the effectiveness of parental communication approach depends on socioeconomic conditions in the community
#sunchat
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
Invite Ps into the class, not just to volunteer-but to share their expertise & knowledge-get involved in the learnin-connections
#sunchat
DennisDill
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
If the kid has not talked about me to their parents at home I question my relationship with the kid.
#sunchat
HillMrispo
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
#sunchat
rader4thgrade
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
I've asked my parents to share "3 things they wished I knew". The responses were quite powerful!
#sunchat
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
agreed. no excuses... but we all make them
#sunchat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216
Dr_LMR
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
Also helps when the alarm goes off on Monday morning - starting a new week! I am admin and I make calls/send cards.
#sunchat
In reply to @drangelapeery
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
If schools sat down and set a goal to communicate each week w/ all families, then figure out the "how can we accomplish this"
#sunchat
MsKarrsGators
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
send home pictures of happy Ss working hard. So when Ps ask "what did you do at school" and Ss say "nothing" they have a comeback.
#sunchat
coreythornblad
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
we are one piece of a very big parent puzzle called life
#sunchat
In reply to @drangelapeery, @DennisDill
PenroseTutoring
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
Sharing those moments of success are key
#sunchat
In reply to @ejfleer
Wesley_Vinson38
Mar 5 @ 9:18 AM EST
I am a person to person meeter, caller, emailer, and school website communicator. I don't mind texting or calling a parent onsite
#sunchat
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:18 AM EST
that's the tough part. I started using periscope to help bring them in and even made a youtube channel to help out
#sunchat
In reply to @teachjanderson
SturmDon
Mar 5 @ 9:18 AM EST
My goal is to continue to tell our story on social media to create positive messages
#sunchat
MrU_ishere
Mar 5 @ 9:18 AM EST
I've found that much of the digital content is lost in digi-noise - email, Remind. Even passive stuff like FB and Twitter.
#sunchat
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:18 AM EST
You will NEVER have successful P/T relationships unless you remember students are somebody's child.
#sunchat
leighmragsdale
Mar 5 @ 9:18 AM EST
ππWe must ALWAYS remember that our students are the center of their parent's universe!
#sunchat
vrzemaitis
Mar 5 @ 9:18 AM EST
We need to allow for two way communication. Ps need a channel to be heard too for most effective communication
#sunchat
HopeLegacyBlue
Mar 5 @ 9:18 AM EST
#Breitbart
editor calls the site "most innovative & exciting source of journalism in America"
#sunchat
https://t.co/mDkqNfUZW2
via
@cjr
In reply to @CJR
theteachernme
Mar 5 @ 9:18 AM EST
I wish more admins got 'tis
#sunchat
CarinaHilbert
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
How admins communicate with Ps affects how Ps see Ts as well. We're all in this together.
#sunchat
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:18 AM EST
agreed. My old school did portfolio conferences. Kids were expected participate and lead the charge
#sunchat
In reply to @vrzemaitis
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:19 AM EST
YASSSSSSS!
#sunchat
DennisDill
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
If the kid has not talked about me to their parents at home I question my relationship with the kid.
#sunchat
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:19 AM EST
Terrific! Thrilled to hear this.
#sunchat
In reply to @SturmDon
AFVirgilio
Mar 5 @ 9:19 AM EST
"Presuppose the parent is your partner" is my favorite on your list.
#partnersinlearning
#sunchat
In reply to @lisa_westman
susankotch
Mar 5 @ 9:19 AM EST
Absolutely LOVE this! If we want parents engaged in learning, we need to open our doors to them and make them part of it! SUPER!
#sunchat
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:09 AM EST
#sunchat
colleague
@mrswillardart
launched Open Classroom Day. 2Γ/yr! Fabulous connection Ps Ss Ts! Also I created school # >
#tjhspizazz
Seesaw
Mar 5 @ 9:19 AM EST
Thanks for the shout out! Lots of ideas in our webinars at
https://t.co/O3L4lFfEf2
#sunchat
In reply to @MrsShorr
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:19 AM EST
Proactive emails are appreciated! Good news vs reactive! Finding out what works best for Ps & Ss = success!
#sunchat
In reply to @ejfleer
yu7iz
Mar 5 @ 9:19 AM EST
@MrsShorr
I use
@seesaw
too! Love it! A great platform to share works with students and parents!
#sunchat
In reply to @MrsShorr, @Seesaw, @MrsShorr, @Seesaw
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:19 AM EST
that sounds amazing
#sunchat
In reply to @theedpodcast
MsKarrsGators
Mar 5 @ 9:19 AM EST
P/T confs should be more of a S showcase. Ps should already know S behavior, grades, effort b4 meeting
#sunchat
In reply to @vrzemaitis, @mssackstein
JoeHNewYork
Mar 5 @ 9:19 AM EST
#OverHeardInThe80s
Al Sharpton was a rat
#Sundaymorning
#sunchat
#FoxSunday
#AMJoy
#ThisWeek
MrU_ishere
Mar 5 @ 9:19 AM EST
TRUTH. Want a great rel w/ Ps, give your Ss a reason to go home talking bout school. That'll get Ps wondering, asking, talking.
#sunchat
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:18 AM EST
You will NEVER have successful P/T relationships unless you remember students are somebody's child.
#sunchat
cybraryman1
Mar 5 @ 9:20 AM EST
My Parents and Teachers page
https://t.co/xqwkuNklLs
My Family Events page
https://t.co/6XydFrOEXd
#sunchat
CarinaHilbert
Mar 5 @ 9:20 AM EST
Me, too. When Ps are mad at admins for not sending letters or robocalls abt bad stuff, it hurts trust of everyone.
#sunchat
In reply to @theteachernme
vrzemaitis
Mar 5 @ 9:20 AM EST
yes!
#sunchat
In reply to @MsKarrsGators, @mssackstein
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:20 AM EST
Here are 5 ideas for communicating with parents some of you might enjoy using.
#sunchat
MrsTLMarinelli
Mar 5 @ 9:20 AM EST
With my AP Ss, many parents are college grads. With my non-AP, many have no degree, or some college, little else.
#sunchat
In reply to @PMcPeake1
lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:21 AM EST
thank you, Anthony!!!:)
#sunchat
In reply to @AFVirgilio
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:21 AM EST
Lets not forget the incredibly positive action of sending hand written notes to Ps about Ss, a few thoughtful words go the distance
#sunchat
MrCharlesMartin
Mar 5 @ 9:21 AM EST
A lack of communication is never because of a lack of medium. Options abound. Like anything else in life, it requires a commitment.
#sunchat
lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:22 AM EST
yes!
#sunchat
In reply to @SusZanti5
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:22 AM EST
It's growing w/Ps & Ts! I want to open up my classroom more often! Ss actually love speaking about their creativity & learning!
#sunchat
susankotch
Mar 5 @ 9:19 AM EST
Absolutely LOVE this! If we want parents engaged in learning, we need to open our doors to them and make them part of it! SUPER!
#sunchat
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:09 AM EST
#sunchat
colleague
@mrswillardart
launched Open Classroom Day. 2Γ/yr! Fabulous connection Ps Ss Ts! Also I created school # >
#tjhspizazz
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:22 AM EST
PLEASE add this graphic to a SM posting, school newsletter - whatever works best for you. Read to your child everyday!
#sunchat
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:22 AM EST
yes and that's what we do with it
#sunchat
I hate going to my son's - they don't tell me anything I don't know.
In reply to @PMcPeake1
timlriley
Mar 5 @ 9:22 AM EST
What do you handle those Ps who do not want the communication? Do u ever hear "I'm busy"?
#sunchat
MrsGadtke
Mar 5 @ 9:22 AM EST
YES! Surprises regarding behavior, progress are never good
#sunchat
In reply to @MsKarrsGators, @vrzemaitis, @mssackstein
Dr_LMR
Mar 5 @ 9:22 AM EST
I sent handwritten to every Gr8 Ss on first day - almost 200 - to welcome them.
#sunchat
In reply to @SusZanti5
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:22 AM EST
awesome!
#sunchat
In reply to @theteachernme
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:22 AM EST
we have an excellent parent coordinator at our school who gets the community involved. It has helped
#sunchat
In reply to @teachjanderson
BarbaraGruener
Mar 5 @ 9:22 AM EST
We asked Ps to write these "You Can" cards at our Orientation in the Fall. Ss loved seeing their Ps dream for them on the wall!
#sunchat
drangelapeery
Mar 5 @ 9:22 AM EST
Had a principal once who reminded us, "The Ps aren't keeping the good kids at home. They're sending us their best."
#sunchat
In reply to @leighmragsdale
coreythornblad
Mar 5 @ 9:22 AM EST
The child iin front of me s the most important person in someone's life (that's my hope). Ps are trusting us with their heart.
#sunchat
talbotleslie
Mar 5 @ 9:23 AM EST
@FLOTUS44
visits
#OpportunityYouth
@BallouSTAY
in DC proving
#relationshipsmatter
#edchat
#sunchat
https://t.co/r0j1ADjlgy
In reply to @FLOTUS44, @BallouSTAY
JeremyDBond
Mar 5 @ 9:23 AM EST
Parent &
@ParentCamp
-er here, who's attending p/t conferences this week. Loving some of your responses...
#sunchat
In reply to @ParentCamp
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:23 AM EST
Giving a hand written note to TS-even on a post-it can boost moral-build confidence & validate that we see TS work & appreciate it
#sunchat
vrzemaitis
Mar 5 @ 9:23 AM EST
Yes! Ss need parents as their audience!
#sunchat
In reply to @JamieArmin
SturmDon
Mar 5 @ 9:23 AM EST
As a tech int. spec. I have called a few Ps about what Ss have done w/tech. They have been very surprised and happy for contact.
#sunchat
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:23 AM EST
Some are, and that usually helps me understand the behavior of the kid better. Sometimes there is nothing you can do.
#sunchat
timlriley
Mar 5 @ 9:22 AM EST
What do you handle those Ps who do not want the communication? Do u ever hear "I'm busy"?
#sunchat
brianrozinsky
Mar 5 @ 9:23 AM EST
As your idea cascaded by, I was thinking: I should email home dig pics of positive notes I write, in case Ss don't share
#sunchat
In reply to @SusZanti5
CarinaHilbert
Mar 5 @ 9:24 AM EST
I was in Albion HAS before it closed and most recently Kalamazoo Public. Now I'm disabled due to health problems.
#sunchat
In reply to @justindavidwilk
coreythornblad
Mar 5 @ 9:24 AM EST
Just as Ts should start with the positive in parent communication, Admin must start with positive in Ts observations.
#sunchat
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:24 AM EST
Postcards work well too!
#sunchat
In reply to @SusZanti5
SturmDon
Mar 5 @ 9:24 AM EST
I had one P say βI wish the T called me.β π₯
#sunchat
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:24 AM EST
Check out the graphic and talk with your team about 6 aspects of parental involvement - how are you working toward each?
#sunchat
leighmragsdale
Mar 5 @ 9:24 AM EST
yes!!! Love this so much!
#sunchat
In reply to @drangelapeery
mrhall5634
Mar 5 @ 9:24 AM EST
Make learning in classroom transparent. Create the positive image
#sunchat
#edchat
#HackLearning
In reply to @MrCharlesMartin
JeremyDBond
Mar 5 @ 9:24 AM EST
If you could be blunt, what's your biggest question for us parents in general?
#sunchat
timlriley
Mar 5 @ 9:24 AM EST
How do you handle those Ps who do not want the communication? Do u ever hear "I'm busy"?
#sunchat
yu7iz
Mar 5 @ 9:24 AM EST
@tiffanytruitt
Totally true! The children's behaviors in some degree are the reflection of the parents.
#sunchat
In reply to @tiffanytruitt, @tiffanytruitt
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:24 AM EST
Important point. Those of us in roles other than traditional T also have the power of positive communications with stakeholders
#sunchat
SturmDon
Mar 5 @ 9:23 AM EST
As a tech int. spec. I have called a few Ps about what Ss have done w/tech. They have been very surprised and happy for contact.
#sunchat
MrsGadtke
Mar 5 @ 9:25 AM EST
My goal was to always write each family a hand written note about their child within one week of starting school
#sunchat
In reply to @SusZanti5
lmhawkhill
Mar 5 @ 9:25 AM EST
An eff way to connect Ps & Ts is to build a RELATIONSHIP w/Ss first. Once Ps know that you REALLY care, you hv their attention.
#sunchat
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:07 AM EST
This morning we are talking about connecting parents and teachers!
#sunchat
drangelapeery
Mar 5 @ 9:25 AM EST
It always helped snap me back to reality! The Ps are sending us their hopes, dreams.... We must respect that.
#sunchat
In reply to @leighmragsdale
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:25 AM EST
Ts need to understand the vulnerability of such an invitation and keep feedback on track-framed positively
#sunchat
sdtitmas
Mar 5 @ 9:15 AM EST
Ah! Just said this to some one. How do other Ts interpret this? I could see some having negative reactions :(
#HackLearning
In reply to @SusZanti5
SturmDon
Mar 5 @ 9:25 AM EST
In fact, this
#sunchat
will make me remember to do that more!
@tiffanytruitt
In reply to @tiffanytruitt
brianrozinsky
Mar 5 @ 9:25 AM EST
Commitment & coordination... Value in finding out families' preferred communication modes.
#sunchat
In reply to @MrCharlesMartin
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:25 AM EST
When another T and I wanted to learn more about Community Involvement & P communication we took online courses to improve
#sunchat
coreythornblad
Mar 5 @ 9:25 AM EST
yes. It's tough. It can feel like you are on your own.
#sunchat
In reply to @timlriley
susankotch
Mar 5 @ 9:26 AM EST
good graphic!
#sunchat
lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:14 AM EST
As a parent of "that kid" I have learned a lot about communicating w/parents which has made me a better T.
#sunchat
https://t.co/uKgVMkTQds
eatteachblog
Mar 5 @ 9:26 AM EST
I've realized those are typically the parents who are always getting the negative reports about their child.
#sunchat
In reply to @timlriley
JeremyDBond
Mar 5 @ 9:26 AM EST
so great, Barbara. What level school?
#sunchat
In reply to @BarbaraGruener
AFVirgilio
Mar 5 @ 9:26 AM EST
Leveraging tech to frequently communicate w parents can be powerful. Google Classroom now has parent notifications.
#sunchat
rader4thgrade
Mar 5 @ 9:26 AM EST
I'll let students email/text (after I approve it) parents about their own success. It means more coming from them!
#sunchat
MrsBJrHighAdmin
Mar 5 @ 9:26 AM EST
We have very low parent involvement/turnout at school events. Jr. High. Ideas for better communication???
#sunchat
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:26 AM EST
Way to build relationship! Awesome!
#sunchat
Dr_LMR
Mar 5 @ 9:22 AM EST
I sent handwritten to every Gr8 Ss on first day - almost 200 - to welcome them.
#sunchat
In reply to @SusZanti5
timlriley
Mar 5 @ 9:26 AM EST
how r the letters received?
#sunchat
In reply to @MrsGadtke, @SusZanti5
leighmragsdale
Mar 5 @ 9:26 AM EST
absolutely! Relationships are the center of my personal philosophy & always will be
#sunchat
In reply to @BusEd11
BarbaraGruener
Mar 5 @ 9:26 AM EST
I'm in grades 3-5 now. My favorite one said, "You can be a rainbow of joy!" But there were career & life dreams, too.
#sunchat
In reply to @JeremyDBond
tbresnahan1
Mar 5 @ 9:26 AM EST
Mindfullness
#edchat
@MSSAA33
@WoolieJrSrHS
@Chappy8611
#sunchat
In reply to @MSSAA33, @WoolieJrSrHS, @Chappy8611
LollyDaskal
Mar 5 @ 9:11 AM EST
7 One-Minute Meditations to Silence Your Mind and Calm YourΒ Day
https://t.co/KKQV9r5I01
JeremyDBond
Mar 5 @ 9:26 AM EST
"want to"? Are you able to?
#sunchat
In reply to @JamieArmin
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:27 AM EST
Wondering how many schools have specific goals and obj set for improving family & community engagement?
#sunchat
lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:27 AM EST
Differentiating instruction for students begets engagement. An engaged student = an engaged parent.
#sunchat
https://t.co/Lif9suEWfV
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:27 AM EST
Connections from the start :) So thoughtful!
#sunchat
MrsGadtke
Mar 5 @ 9:25 AM EST
My goal was to always write each family a hand written note about their child within one week of starting school
#sunchat
In reply to @SusZanti5
susankotch
Mar 5 @ 9:27 AM EST
Interesting,
@Wesley_Vinson38
. Can you expand?
#sunchat
In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
Wesley_Vinson38
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
I would say the effectiveness of parental communication approach depends on socioeconomic conditions in the community
#sunchat
HillMrispo
Mar 5 @ 9:27 AM EST
#sunchat
Admin must remind staff of the impt. Of parent communication and make it as easy as possible. T's get very busy and forget.
yu7iz
Mar 5 @ 9:27 AM EST
@mjjohnson1216
Great Question!
#sunchat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216, @mjjohnson1216
SturmDon
Mar 5 @ 9:27 AM EST
Agree 10000%!!
@lmhawkhill
#sunchat
In reply to @lmhawkhill
drangelapeery
Mar 5 @ 9:27 AM EST
I think having Ss write/email/text parents & my signing off is best for HS Ts - we have 100 students at at a time.
#sunchat
In reply to @rader4thgrade
BarbaraGruener
Mar 5 @ 9:27 AM EST
WoW; this is a labor of love. Such a beautiful gift.
#sunchat
In reply to @Dr_LMR, @SusZanti5
mrhall5634
Mar 5 @ 9:28 AM EST
Thanks
@kuwuakeda
for following
#sunchat
#hacklearning
In reply to @kuwuakeda
leighmragsdale
Mar 5 @ 9:28 AM EST
you are so spot on! They put their trust & future in our hands each day. That's powerful!
#sunchat
In reply to @drangelapeery
JoeHNewYork
Mar 5 @ 9:28 AM EST
When we lock Obama up put him in a female prison so he won't want to have sex
#Sundaymorning
#sunchat
#FoxSunday
#AMJoy
#ThisWeek
harpus88
Mar 5 @ 8:55 AM EST
What is your view of the
#wiretapping
of
@POTUS
Trump by Obama WH administration.
#SundayMorning
#CNNSOTU
#AbuseOfPower
In reply to @POTUS
JeremyDBond
Mar 5 @ 9:28 AM EST
you want good things, of course. From our middle schooler, I hear good and bad.
#sunchat
In reply to @PMcPeake1, @DennisDill
timlriley
Mar 5 @ 9:28 AM EST
great idea
#sunchat
In reply to @MrsGadtke, @SusZanti5
SturmDon
Mar 5 @ 9:28 AM EST
Do you like the feature? I feel that it doesnβt provide enough!
@AFVirgilio
#sunchat
In reply to @AFVirgilio
lmhawkhill
Mar 5 @ 9:28 AM EST
Have a Literacy Night hosted by Ss is another way to connect Ps & Ts. It allows the Ss to lead & let their Ps see their potential.
#sunchat
susankotch
Mar 5 @ 9:28 AM EST
#truth
! And I would definitely agree that all 3 - students, staff and parents - need to buy in to the learning and environment.
#sunchat
HillMrispo
Mar 5 @ 9:17 AM EST
#sunchat
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:28 AM EST
Yes Sir! We already have our 2 Open Classroom Days school wide. Thinking abt adding invites for collab on
#PBL
units
#sunchat
In reply to @JeremyDBond
TrumpedAmerica
Mar 5 @ 9:29 AM EST
Bill Mitchell on Twitter
https://t.co/SgqzJ1XW6p
#Sundaymorning
#sunchat
#FoxSunday
#AMJoy
#ThisWeek
JeremyDBond
Mar 5 @ 9:29 AM EST
and if there is such a chat, by all means make parents half of the conversation. And some students.
#sunchat
In reply to @vrzemaitis, @mssackstein
HillMrispo
Mar 5 @ 9:29 AM EST
#sunchat
It's impt to know how parents want to receive communication. Some really don't use e-mail. I text those parents.
coreythornblad
Mar 5 @ 9:29 AM EST
is this for parents and other teachers?
#sunchat
In reply to @JamieArmin, @JeremyDBond
MissNikkiIn5th
Mar 5 @ 9:29 AM EST
YES! #1 truth this morning!!!
#sunchat
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:18 AM EST
You will NEVER have successful P/T relationships unless you remember students are somebody's child.
#sunchat
techinteaching
Mar 5 @ 9:29 AM EST
Free at 8pm tonight? Connect w/
@sarahdateechur
on YouTube Live for
#IMMOOC
at 8pm EST!
#sunchat
@gcouros
#novaedchat
In reply to @sarahdateechur, @gcouros
theteachernme
Mar 5 @ 9:29 AM EST
nice will be sharing!
#sunchat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216
brianrozinsky
Mar 5 @ 9:29 AM EST
Strikes me that much of communication we've referenced=1-way shouting into void. 2-way is labor intensive, time-consuming, golden.
#sunchat
JeremyDBond
Mar 5 @ 9:29 AM EST
that's great. "Try to"? Is it a challenge?
#sunchat
In reply to @leighmragsdale
mrhall5634
Mar 5 @ 9:29 AM EST
Community outreach teams where teachers and community establish norm for learning
#sunchat
#hacklearning
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:29 AM EST
Please shift your initial Open House meetings w/ families - toss out "sit and listen to me" and build relationships.
#sunchat
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:29 AM EST
Positively! Ss often tell of their parents reaction to notes-it's validating & exciting to be noticed & praised-for a Ss or T
#sunchat
timlriley
Mar 5 @ 9:26 AM EST
how r the letters received?
#sunchat
In reply to @MrsGadtke, @SusZanti5
eatteachblog
Mar 5 @ 9:30 AM EST
Parents need those "lightbulb moments" just as much as our kids do.
#sunchat
#SpedPLC
#SpedChat
https://t.co/KDutcqSw0t
by
@eatteachblog
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:30 AM EST
Exactly!
#sunchat
PMcPeake1
Mar 5 @ 9:27 AM EST
Doesn't have to be long just personal.
In reply to @SusZanti5
top_us_now
Mar 5 @ 9:30 AM EST
https://t.co/e8Dli5GXv4
25. Raqqa 26.
#sunchat
27.
#My3WordGuiltyPleasure
28.
#ThisWeek
29.
#spiritchat
30.
#FilmsAtTheBar
PMcPeake1
Mar 5 @ 9:30 AM EST
If the kids are engaged the parents will follow.
#sunchat
coreythornblad
Mar 5 @ 9:30 AM EST
can you tell me more about what this looks like in practice? intrigued!
#sunchat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216
MissNikkiIn5th
Mar 5 @ 9:30 AM EST
Very cool idea! It's like a Pineapple Chart but with a social media influence!
#sunchat
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:09 AM EST
#sunchat
colleague
@mrswillardart
launched Open Classroom Day. 2Γ/yr! Fabulous connection Ps Ss Ts! Also I created school # >
#tjhspizazz
dlhampton
Mar 5 @ 9:30 AM EST
Focus on the possibilities, not the problems.
https://t.co/XljnepjhCw
#sunchat
#inspiration
#quote
#positive
#possibilities
#smile
JanetChowMSc
Mar 5 @ 9:30 AM EST
Use your blog/website 2share teaching frm classrm -push out 2parents. Parent meetgs then have a reference pt 4conversation
#sunchat
theMrOlson
Mar 5 @ 9:30 AM EST
I occasionally write an email to a parent, but let my S read it before I hit send.
#sunchat
In reply to @rader4thgrade
timlriley
Mar 5 @ 9:30 AM EST
Im always amazed what I learn in just a few minutes of joining a chat. It's worth jumping in late π
#sunchat
thank you everyone
MarkWilsonGA
Mar 5 @ 9:30 AM EST
Leadership: Working On Balance
#sunchat
#balance
#leadership365
https://t.co/6wLka95s1P
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:30 AM EST
#sunchat
Yes. Ps join us. Ts bring Ss around as well. Presently about 13 of us are involved. Growing
In reply to @coreythornblad, @JeremyDBond
PekalaLaw
Mar 5 @ 9:31 AM EST
After meeting random
#homeless
man, youth buys him ticket to return home.
#kindness
#charity
#sunchat
#sundaymorning
https://t.co/TYFJLUvM9G
coreythornblad
Mar 5 @ 9:31 AM EST
I do this too. great way of including student in the conversation.
#sunchat
In reply to @theMrOlson, @rader4thgrade
vrzemaitis
Mar 5 @ 9:31 AM EST
agree! I like to involve Ps and Ss on decisions that effect Ss!
#sunchat
In reply to @JeremyDBond, @mssackstein
Wesley_Vinson38
Mar 5 @ 9:31 AM EST
Socioeconomic conditions in community can impact effectiveness of communications approaches because of lack of technology in homes
#sunchat
AFVirgilio
Mar 5 @ 9:31 AM EST
I think it's convenient and keeps parents informed weekly or daily. More on the feature here:
#sunchat
In reply to @SturmDon
KIPPHouston
Mar 5 @ 9:31 AM EST
Great news! Ms. William and her
#KIPPsters
@KIPP
Generations Collegiate won a
@MIT
@LemelsonMIT
#STEM
grant. Great job, Jags!
#sunchat
MrsGadtke
Mar 5 @ 9:32 AM EST
Great point & I think we also have to think about who sees the items shared as well, even if you put it out there
#sunchat
In reply to @brianrozinsky
MrsTLMarinelli
Mar 5 @ 9:32 AM EST
Thanks for the great ideas
#sunchat
! Iβm off to check my calendars and make sure I do 3 positive communications a week!
SturmDon
Mar 5 @ 9:32 AM EST
Yeah it is good for info, but not a great way to connect with Ps.
@AFVirgilio
#sunchat
In reply to @AFVirgilio
theteachernme
Mar 5 @ 9:32 AM EST
Yep and we are their cheerleaders...
#sunchat
vrzemaitis
Mar 5 @ 9:23 AM EST
Yes! Ss need parents as their audience!
#sunchat
In reply to @JamieArmin
coreythornblad
Mar 5 @ 9:32 AM EST
we just finished opening classrooms to Ts this week but to parents would take it to a new level.
#sunchat
In reply to @JamieArmin, @JeremyDBond
Dr_LMR
Mar 5 @ 9:32 AM EST
Are you really moving here?
#sunchat
In reply to @susankotch, @drangelapeery
eatteachblog
Mar 5 @ 9:32 AM EST
How do you try to overcome the communication challenges when parents don't have access to e-mail, etc?
#sunchat
In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
mbrace73
Mar 5 @ 9:32 AM EST
@tiffanytruitt
also try things like a simple positive phone call.Ps just want 2 know their Ss are liked & cared for
#sunchat
In reply to @AFVirgilio, @tiffanytruitt
JoeHNewYork
Mar 5 @ 9:32 AM EST
#LorettaLynch
your closet queen friend Obama is going 2 say Adios Fat ass
#Sundaymorning
#sunchat
#FoxSunday
#AMJoy
#ThisWeek
#pjnet
#ccot
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:32 AM EST
Six Slices of Parent Involvement - TERRIFIC resource
https://t.co/53JkTxIaux
#sunchat
Wesley_Vinson38
Mar 5 @ 9:33 AM EST
It could also hinder transportation ability to school for meetings, being able to be there when working three jobs
#sunchat
PMcPeake1
Mar 5 @ 9:33 AM EST
I had a T tell me she wanted to engage with parents but just didn't know how. It doesn't come naturally to everyone.
#sunchat
brianrozinsky
Mar 5 @ 9:33 AM EST
Sounds like you've got eyes on how to maximize that 1-way communication (& maybe minimize unintended consequences).
#sunchat
In reply to @MrsGadtke
drangelapeery
Mar 5 @ 9:33 AM EST
A phone still works wonders, dontcha think?
#sunchat
In reply to @eatteachblog, @Wesley_Vinson38
timlriley
Mar 5 @ 9:33 AM EST
that's cute π
#sunchat
In reply to @korytellers, @MrsGadtke, @SusZanti5
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:33 AM EST
Write notes and postcards home, make phone calls-find a resource to help you connect!
#sunchat
eatteachblog
Mar 5 @ 9:32 AM EST
How do you try to overcome the communication challenges when parents don't have access to e-mail, etc?
#sunchat
In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
WhoTrendedIT
Mar 5 @ 9:33 AM EST
Guess what.
#sunchat
is trending thanks to
@NicholasFerroni
and
@mraspinall
, my robot heart is touched. beep beep, robot said.
In reply to @NicholasFerroni, @mraspinall
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:33 AM EST
#sunchat
Thx 4 joining us 2day! Thx 2 my co-mods
@mssackstein
@tiffanytruitt
@susankotch
Plz send us topic ideas & feel free 2 continue chat
In reply to @mssackstein, @tiffanytruitt, @susankotch
HillMrispo
Mar 5 @ 9:33 AM EST
#sunchat
Parents are an important piece to ensuring that our schools are supported publicly. Keep it positive!
https://t.co/bNTkUgKZb8
JeremyDBond
Mar 5 @ 9:34 AM EST
sounds good to me!
#sunchat
In reply to @coreythornblad, @JamieArmin
leighmragsdale
Mar 5 @ 9:34 AM EST
definitely not a challenge to find the positive, sharing all of it can be overwhelming, but worth it
#sunchat
In reply to @JeremyDBond
SturmDon
Mar 5 @ 9:34 AM EST
Thanks for a great chat as usual!
@JamieArmin
@mssackstein
@tiffanytruitt
@susankotch
#sunchat
In reply to @JamieArmin, @mssackstein, @tiffanytruitt, @susankotch
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:34 AM EST
..and are we doing the "talking" for us or our intended audience?
#sunchat
brianrozinsky
Mar 5 @ 9:33 AM EST
Sounds like you've got eyes on how to maximize that 1-way communication (& maybe minimize unintended consequences).
#sunchat
In reply to @MrsGadtke
BarbaraGruener
Mar 5 @ 9:34 AM EST
I collaborated with
@EElementarySC
~ you can find her "You Can" card template here:
https://t.co/k3IvwDEJ1j
#sunchat
In reply to @NevinM_17, @32Mathias, @EElementarySC
MsKarrsGators
Mar 5 @ 9:34 AM EST
Keep a list of who you send positive emails to. It can be eye opening as to who DOESNT get them. Make sure ALL do.
#sunchat
eatteachblog
Mar 5 @ 9:34 AM EST
I live in a rural town and even phone calls don't always work. I try to send a letter home or wait out at dismissal.
#sunchat
In reply to @drangelapeery
JeremyDBond
Mar 5 @ 9:34 AM EST
that's not so blunt, but it's the perfect question. Actually not sure why that's not always the question.
#sunchat
In reply to @MrsShorr
lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:34 AM EST
gives us more options for PD. My principal
@allisonbstein
has led exceptional PD on this topic.
#sunchat
In reply to @PMcPeake1, @allisonbstein
lmhawkhill
Mar 5 @ 9:35 AM EST
I used to hv a LEAP Power Hr where Ps/Gs would come in & spend an hr w/their child & participate in the learning process. priceless!
#sunchat
coreythornblad
Mar 5 @ 9:35 AM EST
yes! this is also good as a team effort in middle school
#sunchat
In reply to @MsKarrsGators
MrPChick
Mar 5 @ 9:35 AM EST
"T mindset is often the biggest obstacle to DI"...& effective PT conf & more. Ts need to be aware of own mindest, T ldrs can help
#sunchat
lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:27 AM EST
Differentiating instruction for students begets engagement. An engaged student = an engaged parent.
#sunchat
https://t.co/Lif9suEWfV
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:35 AM EST
The T they will never forget! :)
#sunchat
korytellers
Mar 5 @ 9:32 AM EST
@timlriley
I would send my former kinders a "Good Luck in 1st Grade" post card in August every year. :)
In reply to @MrsGadtke, @SusZanti5, @timlriley
timlriley
Mar 5 @ 9:35 AM EST
that's easy for Ts to forget. We take technology for granted
#sunchat
In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:35 AM EST
thank you for sharing and choosing that quote, Paul!
#sunchat
In reply to @MrPChick
brianrozinsky
Mar 5 @ 9:36 AM EST
My latest favorite acronym: WAIT! (Why am I talking?)
#sunchat
In reply to @tiffanytruitt
BarbaraGruener
Mar 5 @ 9:36 AM EST
Last month we hosted a Mindset Matters Coffee Chat so caregivers could connect to discuss & grow. Went live on FB to reach more Ps.
#sunchat
GSPlayDay
Mar 5 @ 9:36 AM EST
The Power Of Something So Simple Will Change Our World. Love & Play Register for
#GSPD2018
today!
#sunchat
#caedchat
https://t.co/6RmDJthwq9
mrhall5634
Mar 5 @ 9:36 AM EST
Thank you Thursday notes
#empathy
#sunchat
In reply to @MsKarrsGators
HillMrispo
Mar 5 @ 9:37 AM EST
#sunchat
We had a faculty mtg. With the sole purpose of student praise referral and staff-staff praise referrals.
theteachernme
Mar 5 @ 9:37 AM EST
great!
#sunchat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216
jenladd
Mar 5 @ 9:37 AM EST
what an amazing ripple effect you are having. It will come back 10 fold.
#sunchat
In reply to @Dr_LMR, @drangelapeery
MrsGadtke
Mar 5 @ 9:37 AM EST
Oh no, not at all. Two way is the way I function
#sunchat
In reply to @brianrozinsky
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:37 AM EST
Anyone else think we listen to parents questions only to reply?
#sunchat
coreythornblad
Mar 5 @ 9:37 AM EST
what came out of it? Did you create resources? a framework? i want to know more!
#sunchat
In reply to @HillMrispo
brianrozinsky
Mar 5 @ 9:38 AM EST
Thanks
#sunchat
& crack moderators for highlighting the 'team' in teamwork. Enjoy your Sunday!
JeremyDBond
Mar 5 @ 9:38 AM EST
I wish all school administrators would recognize building partnerships with families as one of THEIR primary responsibilities.
#sunchat
hazlebussey
Mar 5 @ 9:38 AM EST
New study found Sa achieve βοΈ when Ts have +perceptions of parents. This
@lisa_westman
strat=β€relationships AND S achievement!
#sunchat
AFVirgilio
Mar 5 @ 9:19 AM EST
"Presuppose the parent is your partner" is my favorite on your list.
#partnersinlearning
#sunchat
In reply to @lisa_westman
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:38 AM EST
Send them to every S! Each shines in his own way!
#kidsdeserveit
#sunchat
MsKarrsGators
Mar 5 @ 9:34 AM EST
Keep a list of who you send positive emails to. It can be eye opening as to who DOESNT get them. Make sure ALL do.
#sunchat
HillMrispo
Mar 5 @ 9:38 AM EST
#sunchat
Anyone wishing to have a copy of the praise referrals, inbox me directly with your email.
theteachernme
Mar 5 @ 9:38 AM EST
The Remind App is awesome seems everyone has a cell phone if nothing else.
#sunchat
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:33 AM EST
Write notes and postcards home, make phone calls-find a resource to help you connect!
#sunchat
eatteachblog
Mar 5 @ 9:32 AM EST
How do you try to overcome the communication challenges when parents don't have access to e-mail, etc?
#sunchat
In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
timlriley
Mar 5 @ 9:39 AM EST
maybe you should invite Allison to
#sunchat
for a 30 min discussion. Great topic
In reply to @lisa_westman, @PMcPeake1, @allisonbstein
jenladd
Mar 5 @ 9:39 AM EST
this is fantastic!!
#sunchat
In reply to @JamieArmin, @mrswillardart
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:39 AM EST
Please listen closely to what parents share. For many of them it took great courage to come and speak w/ you about their concern.
#sunchat
lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:39 AM EST
right on!
#sunchat
In reply to @hazlebussey
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:39 AM EST
Thanks to the wonderful
#sunchat
crew for starting out my week right! Excited to get back on the field!
brianrozinsky
Mar 5 @ 9:40 AM EST
My clumsy tweet :) 1-way has roles to play & you're looking to maximize those even as you give 2-way comm pride of place
#sunchat
In reply to @MrsGadtke
lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:40 AM EST
absolutely!
#sunchat
In reply to @HillMrispo
manolon_ewoks
Mar 5 @ 9:40 AM EST
#sunchat
MrsShorr
Mar 5 @ 9:40 AM EST
I'm getting ready to send my annual survey to Ps to ask how I can improve my communication & more. I always learn from their input
#sunchat
yu7iz
Mar 5 @ 9:41 AM EST
@MrsShorr
Great idea! Thx for sharing!
#sunchat
In reply to @MrsShorr, @MrsShorr
susankotch
Mar 5 @ 9:41 AM EST
Wow - LOVED all the responses today. I need to read through again and jot some notes down. Thank you all!
#sunchat
Wesley_Vinson38
Mar 5 @ 9:42 AM EST
Also consider ability to focus communication w/ lots of background activities & noises going on in all settings, parents & teachers
#sunchat
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:42 AM EST
That is facilitating a
#growthmindset
& culture, Ts/staff would be looking for and noting the positives around them every day!
#sunchat
HillMrispo
Mar 5 @ 9:37 AM EST
#sunchat
We had a faculty mtg. With the sole purpose of student praise referral and staff-staff praise referrals.
JeremyDBond
Mar 5 @ 9:42 AM EST
thank you! So important. I promise most parents don't talk amongst ourselves complaining about teachers.
#sunchat
In reply to @hazlebussey, @lisa_westman
lmhawkhill
Mar 5 @ 9:42 AM EST
Thanks for an AMAZING chat. Have a great week TWEEPS!
#sunchat
tiffanytruitt
Mar 5 @ 9:39 AM EST
Thanks to the wonderful
#sunchat
crew for starting out my week right! Excited to get back on the field!
BarbaraGruener
Mar 5 @ 9:42 AM EST
My son's 6th grade T made a call I won't ever forget on "I Love Joshua Day!" in her class. She called to say WHY she loved our son.
#sunchat
teacherselfcare
Mar 5 @ 9:42 AM EST
How do you take care of yourself?
#teachersmatter
#gaed
#sunchat
manolon_ewoks
Mar 5 @ 9:43 AM EST
#sunchat
lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:43 AM EST
how sweet!
#sunchat
In reply to @BarbaraGruener
FabioazedoPhoto
Mar 5 @ 9:43 AM EST
#LRMarathon
#StPatsRun
#ProBlue
#sunchat
Radio City
#COYB
Gridiron Dinner
https://t.co/mSrRQzOkJo
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:44 AM EST
Good idea! Ps know best what is working, what they want/need from Ts, we must seek feedback and be good listeners
#sunchat
MrsShorr
Mar 5 @ 9:40 AM EST
I'm getting ready to send my annual survey to Ps to ask how I can improve my communication & more. I always learn from their input
#sunchat
TedHiff
Mar 5 @ 9:44 AM EST
They ( the golds) must be written into your School & District Improvement Plans
@mjjohnson1216
#sunchat
In reply to @mjjohnson1216
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:27 AM EST
Wondering how many schools have specific goals and obj set for improving family & community engagement?
#sunchat
coreythornblad
Mar 5 @ 9:44 AM EST
thanks for the thoughtful conversation. Walking away with lots of ideas -- as always.
#sunchat
JoeHNewYork
Mar 5 @ 9:44 AM EST
#Sundaymorning
Obama is going to say he thought he was outside the
#cHICAGO
Bath House
#sunchat
#FoxSunday
#AMJoy
#ThisWeek
DaileyOutdoors
Mar 5 @ 1:20 AM EST
We don't care if you're listening! Actually we prefer it....
#TrumpTrain
#MAGA
GadflyMorse
Mar 5 @ 9:44 AM EST
@FBI
Why didn't Obama
#wiretap
#Hillary
? She has more foreign donors than
#Trump
@realDonaldTrump
@POTUS
@VP
#SunChat
In reply to @DineshDSouza, @PatWiza, @FBI, @realDonaldTrump, @POTUS, @VP
divein2edtech
Mar 5 @ 9:44 AM EST
Yes! Remind was a game changer. Definitely improved school home communication.
#sunchat
theteachernme
Mar 5 @ 9:38 AM EST
The Remind App is awesome seems everyone has a cell phone if nothing else.
#sunchat
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:33 AM EST
Write notes and postcards home, make phone calls-find a resource to help you connect!
#sunchat
eatteachblog
Mar 5 @ 9:32 AM EST
How do you try to overcome the communication challenges when parents don't have access to e-mail, etc?
#sunchat
In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38
susankotch
Mar 5 @ 9:44 AM EST
Love this idea! Truly brings the Parents into the school!
#sunchat
BarbaraGruener
Mar 5 @ 9:34 AM EST
I collaborated with
@EElementarySC
~ you can find her "You Can" card template here:
https://t.co/k3IvwDEJ1j
#sunchat
In reply to @NevinM_17, @32Mathias, @EElementarySC
BarbaraGruener
Mar 5 @ 9:45 AM EST
Right? Everyone in her class gets an "I Love" day, you just don't know when, and they are listening when T calls!
#sunchat
In reply to @lisa_westman
SierraATurner
Mar 5 @ 9:46 AM EST
Absolutely agree!! We do student led "showcase" style parent-teacher-student conferences
#sunchat
In reply to @MsKarrsGators, @vrzemaitis, @mssackstein
MrPChick
Mar 5 @ 9:46 AM EST
the gist of that whole blog is apropos to making any
#educhange
but T mindset is critical. Good stuff!
#sunchat
In reply to @lisa_westman
hazlebussey
Mar 5 @ 9:46 AM EST
We r working in GA to βͺοΈ T conversation about Ps so it's not just π£, it's what's in β€s.
#ourkids
#sunchat
In reply to @JeremyDBond, @lisa_westman
ShiftParadigm
Mar 5 @ 9:46 AM EST
SUNDAY
#follow
fun 4th Grade Teachers
@LiaGyore
@JoLisaHoover
@Mr_B_Teacher
@egchapma
@MrsAlligood13
@mrsevon1
@apratt5
#GrowPLN
#sunchat
lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:46 AM EST
thank you, you made my day.
#sunchat
In reply to @MrPChick
BarbaraGruener
Mar 5 @ 9:47 AM EST
Thank you
#sunchat
for all of your ideas this morning. Please join
#satchatwc
this Saturday (3/11) to share wellBEing your strategies!
theteachernme
Mar 5 @ 9:47 AM EST
I love when I get feedback from Ps that it helped!
#sunchat
In reply to @divein2edtech
lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:47 AM EST
thank you, you made my day! π
#sunchat
In reply to @MrPChick
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:47 AM EST
Love in the forefront of the day, modeling caring-celebrating that which makes us unique :)
#sunchat
BarbaraGruener
Mar 5 @ 9:45 AM EST
Right? Everyone in her class gets an "I Love" day, you just don't know when, and they are listening when T calls!
#sunchat
In reply to @lisa_westman
lisa_westman
Mar 5 @ 9:48 AM EST
love this!!! Great work, Leslie:)
#sunchat
In reply to @hazlebussey, @JeremyDBond
BarbaraGruener
Mar 5 @ 9:48 AM EST
Amen! My child was smiling ear to ear, I could FEEL it through the phone lines. And that night, he was still on cloud 9.
#sunchat
In reply to @SusZanti5
Wesley_Vinson38
Mar 5 @ 9:48 AM EST
Two things I would suggest here. Conduct home visits & host community events in community
#sunchat
In reply to @eatteachblog, @susankotch, @drangelapeery
SusZanti5
Mar 5 @ 9:50 AM EST
Moments remembered that connect Ss to their lives outside of school, but near and dear to their hearts, and school too
#sunchat
BarbaraGruener
Mar 5 @ 9:48 AM EST
Amen! My child was smiling ear to ear, I could FEEL it through the phone lines. And that night, he was still on cloud 9.
#sunchat
In reply to @SusZanti5
jenladd
Mar 5 @ 9:51 AM EST
I use Remind. So easy and Ps love it. One P said he now has great conversation starters at dinner because of Remind.
#sunchat
In reply to @theteachernme
Wesley_Vinson38
Mar 5 @ 9:51 AM EST
Thanks for the interesting convos and wisdom
@mssackstein
@tiffanytruitt
#sunchat
In reply to @mssackstein, @tiffanytruitt
angrabe
Mar 5 @ 9:52 AM EST
#sunchat
flipped PT. Deliver info about SS performance electronically bf meeting. During meeting discuss parenting's concepts and advocate.
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:52 AM EST
have a great day, Don
#sunchat
In reply to @SturmDon, @JamieArmin, @tiffanytruitt, @susankotch
GadflyMorse
Mar 5 @ 9:52 AM EST
@WhiteHouse
Why didn't Obama
#wiretap
#Hillary
? She has more foreign-donors than
#Trump
.
#SundayMorning
#SunChat
In reply to @datrumpnation1, @UncleRodge, @WhiteHouse
theteachernme
Mar 5 @ 9:52 AM EST
Omg this is what it's all about!
#sunchat
jenladd
Mar 5 @ 9:51 AM EST
I use Remind. So easy and Ps love it. One P said he now has great conversation starters at dinner because of Remind.
#sunchat
In reply to @theteachernme
RyanBJackson1
Mar 5 @ 9:52 AM EST
Everyday we help students move closer to the college of their choice & the scholarships to make it possible!
#TheMount
#ACT
#sunchat
ππ
MrsShorr
Mar 5 @ 9:52 AM EST
I enjoyed my first
#sunchat
today. So many great ideas and reminders. Thanks everyone!
bloomberg_paul
Mar 5 @ 9:53 AM EST
Have a great Sunday everyone!
#ImpactTeams
#empowerED
#edchat
#edtechchat
#sunchat
#pblchat
@CorwinPress
@TheSocialCore
@BarbPitchford
mssackstein
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:53 AM EST
glad you could join us
#sunchat
In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38, @tiffanytruitt
JamieArmin
- Moderator
Mar 5 @ 9:53 AM EST
Yes, lots of P positives!
#sunchat
TracyMailloux
Mar 5 @ 9:38 AM EST
Love this idea! I bet you get an amazing response!
In reply to @JamieArmin, @mrswillardart
angrabe
Mar 5 @ 9:54 AM EST
#sunchat
ask Ss to present their own performance reports as those reports were part of the lesson. Active feedback and Ss metacognitive act.
hazlebussey
Mar 5 @ 9:54 AM EST
As a parent, I ππΌ&π for signs my child is known. This T is rockβοΈ!What a π 2 know when @ sch, he is seen/known/β€d.
#sunchat
@BarbaraGruener
BarbaraGruener
Mar 5 @ 9:42 AM EST
My son's 6th grade T made a call I won't ever forget on "I Love Joshua Day!" in her class. She called to say WHY she loved our son.
#sunchat
jenladd
Mar 5 @ 9:55 AM EST
yes it is!!
#bettertogether
#sunchat
In reply to @theteachernme
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:55 AM EST
Do you also believe that your school can work as a team to improve parent and community involvement?
#sunchat
susankotch
Mar 5 @ 9:56 AM EST
Great idea!
#sunchat
#bfc530
#satchat
mjjohnson1216
Mar 5 @ 9:27 AM EST
Wondering how many schools have specific goals and obj set for improving family & community engagement?
#sunchat
mrhall5634
Mar 5 @ 9:57 AM EST
Not only teachers and admins should give positive feedback to students, but students to students
#HackLearning
#sunchat
authorStacyHoff
Mar 5 @ 9:58 AM EST
How an author's travels affects writing
https://t.co/dNyxIXjuyH
#SundayBlogShare
#sunchat
#sunbrunch
#travel
#authors
#books
#amwriting
TechSavAlex
Mar 5 @ 9:58 AM EST
It's nice to be able to learn from others about their ideas and perspectives. Excited to learn more about education and technology.
#sunchat