#ALedchat Archive

#ALedchat is a weekly chat on Twitter about education topics. It is held each Monday from 9-10pmCST. While the discussion on #ALedchat continues on Twitter well beyond our weekly one-hour chat session, this platform affords us the opportunity to extend, expand and share the conversation with an even greater audience. Educators from across the state of Alabama, and the world, can come here to find encouragement, support, resources, professional growth opportunities and advice, while providing the same to their colleagues.

Monday May 14, 2018
10:00 PM EDT

  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #ALedchat! Tonight’s chat is focused on when leaders eat last, organizations thrive. Please give us your name and where youre from. Im Jimmy Shaw; Superintendent of #FCSLearn @FlorenceK12 Glad to be of service
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:00 PM EDT
    Join us!#ALEdChat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Tonight, we will be joined by @FlorenceK12 own, Ms. @MrsDale_Edu She will be co-moderating along with the #SuperTeam of #ALedchat
  • cvarsalona May 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Love the term #edu-tainment_ bring it on! #Aledchat
    In reply to @DrJimmyShaw, @Twitter
  • rleonardAHS May 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Russell Leonard from Auburn, Alabama. English Teacher at Auburn High School. #ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Hey Jackie! #ALedchat
  • effortfuleduktr May 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
    Blake Harvard, AP Psych teacher and blogger, James Clemens HS, Madison, AL https://t.co/EJp11sZu1q #aledchat
  • coachaldridge May 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Elyse Aldridge from Haleyville HS #ALedchat
  • DanKos3 May 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    I’m Dan and I am in southeastern Wisconsin. #aledchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    Welcome @cvarsalona #ALedchat We aim to please!
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:02 PM EDT
    I'm Jennifer, AP at Hoover High in AL. Co-founder of this chat & the quarterly #USedchat. Looking forward to tonight's topic! @simonsinek #LeadersEatLast #ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Hey @rleonardAHS #ALedchat
    • rleonardAHS May 14 @ 10:01 PM EDT
      Russell Leonard from Auburn, Alabama. English Teacher at Auburn High School. #ALedchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Welcome, Dan! Great to have you here toight! #ALedchat
    In reply to @DanKos3
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    Greetings Blake! #ALedchat
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    So happy & honored to join the #ALEdChat #SuperTeam!💯💯
  • TheresaShadrix May 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    I’m Theresa, aka TShad, and teach at Oxford High School. #aledchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:03 PM EDT
    It’s an honor and a privilege @coachaldridge #ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    The format of the chat is Q1, Q2, Q3…..with corresponding answers A1, A2, A3, etc. Be SURE to use the hashtag #ALedchat
  • cvarsalona May 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Service learning at #aledchat - Carol ELA consultant from Long Island here .
    In reply to @DrJimmyShaw, @FlorenceK12
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Welcome @DanKos3 #ALedchat #SouthernHospitality
  • cfluker6 May 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Cherith Fluker, Assistant Principal, Oxford Elementary School. #aledchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
    Starting now! Join us! #ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    *************Q1 coming up in 1 minute!************ #ALedchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Welcome, Carol! Great to have you in #ALedchat tonight!
    In reply to @cvarsalona, @DrJimmyShaw, @FlorenceK12
  • tfuhrman May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    Thomas Fuhrman, principal at @JWES_Wildcats and have started the Sinek book but have a stack too high of too many books and magazines to read—awaiting summer reading opportunities. #ALedchat
  • BryanPhillips May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
    bp, CTO, Hoover City Schools. #aledchat
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Welcome, Bryan! Great to have you back! #ALedchat
    In reply to @BryanPhillips
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    Greetings Oxford-ite #ALedchat #Gurus
    • cfluker6 May 14 @ 10:04 PM EDT
      Cherith Fluker, Assistant Principal, Oxford Elementary School. #aledchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:06 PM EDT
    I understand, Thomas! I've got a reading list a mile long! #summer #ALedchat
    In reply to @tfuhrman, @JWES_Wildcats
  • Dale_Chu May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    HAPPENING NOW: @MrsDale_Edu hosting a discussion on why #LeadersEatLast by @simonsinek. Follow along at #ALedchat!
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Welcome, Cherith!! #ALedchat
    In reply to @cfluker6
  • mexusmx May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    John Miller, Head of an international American school in Mexico City. Just watched my older boy graduate from @UNC this past weekend! #proudpapa #aledchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Worth the time. It will change your perspective or it did mine #ALedchat
    • tfuhrman May 14 @ 10:05 PM EDT
      Thomas Fuhrman, principal at @JWES_Wildcats and have started the Sinek book but have a stack too high of too many books and magazines to read—awaiting summer reading opportunities. #ALedchat
  • Cbice_1 - Moderator May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
    Christy Bice, Principal at Haleyville Elementary and a co-mod for #aledchat . Looking forward to learning with you tonight!
  • DanKos3 May 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    We share in each other’s successes. There are a lot of good things we all do, so we share. #aledchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:08 PM EDT
    Amen #ProudPapa @mexusmx Welcome! #ALedchat 🗣Shout
    • mexusmx May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
      John Miller, Head of an international American school in Mexico City. Just watched my older boy graduate from @UNC this past weekend! #proudpapa #aledchat
  • mexusmx May 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: 'We win' comes from change initiatives that are consensus-driven and built upon the needs as identified by a variety of stakeholders. #aledchat
  • cfluker6 May 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    A1: Getting in the trenches with Ts. Working alongside them. Shared leadership. Shared decision making, when appropriate. Collective efficacy and constant collaboration. A true partnership. #aledchat
  • principalest May 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Principal in Nashville, TN #ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    The one and only @Cbice_1 #ALedchat
    • Cbice_1 - Moderator May 14 @ 10:07 PM EDT
      Christy Bice, Principal at Haleyville Elementary and a co-mod for #aledchat . Looking forward to learning with you tonight!
  • mrscaldwell0 May 14 @ 10:09 PM EDT
    Brandi Caldwell, ATiM at JSU #ALedchat
  • tfuhrman May 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1: I try to celebrate the successes and efforts of my teachers more than my own. If I have opportunity to open the doors for others (figuratively and literally), I try to do so. I try to recognize collective wins, when appropriate. #ALedchat
  • rleonardAHS May 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    A1: Helping others succeed will show others that the everyone being successful is more important than one person being successful. People will follow that example. Reward that behavior where collaboration is happening, so others see that attitude is valued. #ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:10 PM EDT
    Welcome @principalest #ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Hey @mrscaldwell0 #ALedchat
  • principalest May 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    We are a @TheLeaderinMe school so we've been through the 7 Habits. We utilize Habit 4: Think Win Win to help guide our thinking, support, and collaboration which builds trust and no competition. He is our work in action.https://t.co/WEU79Wmt21 #ALedchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    A1: it's never about "me." It's always about "us." That's a clear and consistent message... "We are better together!" Lots of encouragement, celebration, & enthusiasm for US. #ALedchat
    In reply to @MrsDale_Edu
  • ReeiviceL May 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
    Eufaula is happy be amongst greatness tonight with #ALedchat tonight. Let’s learn and lead tonight!
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    Love this #ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    *************Q2 coming up in 1 minute!************ #ALedchat
  • walkchrysj May 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A1 As leaders, we foster the "we win" attitude by identifying and seeking out team members who share similar values and commitments to this work. When we do this, we clarify what we believe is significant and increase specificity on what clarifies as a team win #aledchat
  • TheresaShadrix May 14 @ 10:12 PM EDT
    A1: It begins with a healthy mindset that “we” is always better than “I” in a school. Empathy breeds understanding. Embracing failure in order to learn leads to success. Letting go of control strengthens trust. #aledchat
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    You are a true servant leader. Honored to have you #ALedchat
    • ReeiviceL May 14 @ 10:11 PM EDT
      Eufaula is happy be amongst greatness tonight with #ALedchat tonight. Let’s learn and lead tonight!
  • mexusmx May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    So many gems in the work of Stephen #Covey! So important to shift from Win-Lose paradigms that limit our sense of what's possible! #ALedchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Love this & what your school is doing. I think win-win is a habit & mindset. It has to become an automatic reaction when looking for a solution. #ALedchat
    In reply to @principalest, @TheLeaderinMe
  • Cbice_1 - Moderator May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    A1: Its all about the kids! Win together or learn together! Create a culture of unity! #inittogether #team #aledchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:13 PM EDT
    Welcome, Reeivice! Glad you're here tonight! #ALedchat
    In reply to @ReeiviceL
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A1 When kids succeed, “We Win”. Keep@the main thing the main thing. #StudentSuccess #ALedchat
  • coachaldridge May 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    A1: in the classroom I use the word “we”, not “I” or “you”...lets everyone know we are in this together. #ALedchat
  • DanKos3 May 14 @ 10:14 PM EDT
    We are still working on that. We have had high turn over as of late and some layoffs. So we are learning to trust on a continual schedule. #aledchat
  • TheresaShadrix May 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT
    Don’t ignore those who challenge us. Seek them out too. I’ve been challenged by other Ts and it has made me reflect and grow in some areas. #aledchat
    In reply to @walkchrysj
  • walkchrysj May 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2 The pre-requisite to trust is quality time and genuine investment in team members. We are purposeful in making collaborative decisions that focus on the academic, social, emotional & positive leadership success of Ss. This time fosters genuine collaboration & trust #aledchat
  • mexusmx May 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2: Definitely a work in progress! After 11 months in my current school, I'm still listening to people describe their experience at the school and rewarding those who share their ideas! #aledchat
  • Dale_Chu May 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2: Through shared values and a belief in team and family. #ALedchat
  • cfluker6 May 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    Teacher leaders turn around PD to their respective grade levels; they attend district level CIP and other leadership meetings; Ts have protected collaborative planning; Ts represent the district at certain nat'l PDs and bring back info to the district. #aledchat
  • coachaldridge May 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2: our PLNs @ HHS are amazing. Transparency & gratitude towards one another. #ALEdChat
  • rleonardAHS May 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT
    A2: Mentoring young teachers and building them up to buy in to the vision of the school. Working with them to show them that their voice is important and must be considered. That earns their trust and shows that you care about them. #ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    @Dale_Chu What does trust look like? #ALedchat #TangibleExamples
    • Dale_Chu May 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT
      A2: Through shared values and a belief in team and family. #ALedchat
  • mexusmx May 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Love the idea of thinking about mentoring as a way of validating young Ts not just so they are more effective but to encourage them to use their voice! #aledchat
    • rleonardAHS May 14 @ 10:16 PM EDT
      A2: Mentoring young teachers and building them up to buy in to the vision of the school. Working with them to show them that their voice is important and must be considered. That earns their trust and shows that you care about them. #ALedchat
  • principalest May 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2. In the book Trust Matters it states that stability and consistency is key to buding trust. We also value our teachers by providing systems of support for them as we can expect them to pour from an empty cup. #ALedchat
  • TheresaShadrix May 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2: Personally, I have focused on building a classeoom culture of trust w/ my Ss incorpating #DesignThinking. My Se tell me that listening, allowing freedom to explore & share, and encouraging wild ideas has transformed them. So, same goes for us as Ts. #aledchat
  • walkchrysj May 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    Agree. We learn a plethora of lessons from those who contend with us. It strengthens our leadership practice and sharpens our diligent focus to support our Ss #aledchat
    In reply to @TheresaShadrix
  • tfuhrman May 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT
    A2: This is continually developing and can sometimes be challenged by various difficulties, but I always seek to listen first. Trust doesn’t develop from a one-sided conversation. Conversation implies “exchange” of ideas; trust involves listening leadership. #ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    *************Q3 coming up in 1 minute!************ #ALedchat
  • cfluker6 May 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2. Teacher leaders turn around PD to their respective grade levels; they attend district level CIP and other leadership meetings; Ts have protected collaborative planning; Ts represent the district at certain nat'l PDs and bring back info to the district. #aledchat
  • cvarsalona May 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    A2 I'm talking from a consultant's POV who talks about building, cultivating, sustaining cultures of trust. Need passion, positivity, collaborative protocols to establish connections. #ALedchat
    In reply to @MrsDale_Edu
  • mexusmx May 14 @ 10:19 PM EDT
    Great! It's so easy to live inside a bubble of bobble-heads that are not willing to help us grow and mature as leaders and educators! #ALedchat
    • TheresaShadrix May 14 @ 10:15 PM EDT
      Don’t ignore those who challenge us. Seek them out too. I’ve been challenged by other Ts and it has made me reflect and grow in some areas. #aledchat
      In reply to @walkchrysj
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
  • jrob8728 May 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A2. It’s all great but if we don’t have quality relationships between administrators, teachers, and students everything we plan and try is in vain! #BuildTheFoundation #ALedchat
  • Dale_Chu May 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Not sure if there's a visual, but in my mind trust is ultimately about integrity – keeping your commitments and following through. #ALedchat
    In reply to @DrJimmyShaw
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Turnover rate in leadership positions is EXTREMELY high. Stability is the exception and not the rule #ALedchat
    • principalest May 14 @ 10:18 PM EDT
      A2. In the book Trust Matters it states that stability and consistency is key to buding trust. We also value our teachers by providing systems of support for them as we can expect them to pour from an empty cup. #ALedchat
  • TheresaShadrix May 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Consistancy, yes! A strong foundation leads to trust for sure! #aledchat
    In reply to @principalest
  • DanKos3 May 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    Another T and I are working to get a pineapple chart going next year to help foster the idea of “us” and trust. #Aledchat @eckerteducation
    In reply to @MrsDale_Edu, @dan, @ALedchat, @eckerteducation
  • cvarsalona May 14 @ 10:20 PM EDT
    A3 Listening leadership is necessary for cultures of trust to be sustained. #ALedchat
    In reply to @tfuhrman
  • Cbice_1 - Moderator May 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    A2: Actions match words! Everyone in the building should see that the admins are all in! #iwashdishes #teamplayer #isweep #iteach #aledchat
  • ReeiviceL May 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    Building trust must be intentional. Not only must Ts trust our actions, more importantly they must trust our motives. This comes from honest dialogue. When we lead by unselfishly serving others we develop a culture of give & not take. #ALedchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT
    A2: Strong, consistent leadership & a building filled with professionals who value each other, collaboration, & trust. Supporting teachers by providing time for meaningful interaction is also key. #ALedchat
    In reply to @MrsDale_Edu
  • rleonardAHS May 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    A3: Things like #AHSBingo. Teachers fill out bingo cards with positive things they do for others. Rewards for those with a bingo or full bingo card. #ALedchat
  • cfluker6 May 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    A3. We strive to ensure that the decisions that we make have the best interest of children at the forefront. #aledchat
  • janholcomb54 May 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    A1 Always do what's best for the student. Be a team player. Not "I" but "we" Jan Holcomb Hoover High coming in a bit late #Aledchat
  • mexusmx May 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Yes! Let your actions reflect your words and the world will see you as you see yourself! #wordstoliveby #aledchat
  • cvarsalona May 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT
    Without trust, interactions are guarded. #ALedchat
    In reply to @ReeiviceL
  • jrob8728 May 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A3. From the top down! We can’t expect those around us to do what we refuse to do! Personally I’m a “never walk by a piece of trash and leave it guy”. #SmallThings #ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A3 “The cost of leadership is self interest” is a heck of a heavy statement. How many leaders actually lead out of service and altruism. I have seen only a very few but their leadership impact is #forever #ALedchat
  • ReeiviceL May 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT
    A2 Giving others their due credit fosters trust. Giving others undue credit is disingenuous and fosters distrust. #ALedchat
  • janholcomb54 May 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A2 Quality people at the top. Team players leading the team. Quality people. #ALedchat
  • coachaldridge May 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT
    A3: by setting high expectations for our Ss but also holding ourselves to those same standards. As Ts we must show integrity bc Ss can sense a fake T a mile away! #ALEdChat
  • TheresaShadrix May 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    Love the meaningful interaction! 💯 People know when conversations are not authentic. #aledchat
    In reply to @Jennifer_Hogan, @MrsDale_Edu
  • tfuhrman May 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3: I try to continually emulate what I want to see in others around me. I want to act with integrity such that anyone observing me sees consistency of character that supports our school motto: “Let’s prove we care!” When I mess up, I want to resolve my mistakes. #ALedchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    "Say what you mean, mean what you say." :-) #ALedchat
    In reply to @ReeiviceL
  • principalest May 14 @ 10:25 PM EDT
    A3. We are a trauma informed school that understands the effects of trauma on children and utilizes strong stable relationships to build the resilience of students. We operate with students and each other under the #preforgiven mindset. https://t.co/pvZ5fSrlMt #ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    *************Q4 coming up in 1 minute!************ #ALedchat
  • mexusmx May 14 @ 10:26 PM EDT
    A3: I encourage my leadership team to assume positive intent. This core principle of @ConsciousD is a game-changer! #aledchat
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Do we trust anymore? Hinest feedback can only happen when we trust a higher power. Honest feedback is as rare as a four leaf clover. When you find it, cherish it. #ALedchat #MoreValuableThanGold
    • ReeiviceL May 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT
      Building trust must be intentional. Not only must Ts trust our actions, more importantly they must trust our motives. This comes from honest dialogue. When we lead by unselfishly serving others we develop a culture of give & not take. #ALedchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    A3: Trust is broken when we ask others to do things we wouldn't do ourselves. We have a strong leadership team that functions as a learning community. We rely on each other & model collaboration. #ALedchat
    In reply to @MrsDale_Edu
  • jrob8728 May 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Awesome thought. We have to be willing to admit when we mess up! That can be hard to do, but we are human after all! #ALedchat
    In reply to @tfuhrman
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:27 PM EDT
    Someone should do steal this. This is a great idea! #ALedchat
    • rleonardAHS May 14 @ 10:22 PM EDT
      A3: Things like #AHSBingo. Teachers fill out bingo cards with positive things they do for others. Rewards for those with a bingo or full bingo card. #ALedchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    This is so valuable and important!! When we assume the best in others, it is powerful! #ALedchat
    In reply to @mexusmx, @ConsciousD
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    🙌🏽 #ALEdChat
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    🙌🏽 #ALEdChat
    • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:21 PM EDT
      A2: Strong, consistent leadership & a building filled with professionals who value each other, collaboration, & trust. Supporting teachers by providing time for meaningful interaction is also key. #ALedchat
      In reply to @MrsDale_Edu
  • Cbice_1 - Moderator May 14 @ 10:28 PM EDT
    A3: We make an impact ea day-some pos &some neg. Each moment matters. Make them count. You have to “be” what you want to “see”! #aledchat
  • coachaldridge May 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    A4: probably my college basketball coach. There were days I thought she was the devil but she cared/disciplined/loved me. #ALEdChat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:29 PM EDT
    #OQP @darrinlett #ALedchat
    • janholcomb54 May 14 @ 10:24 PM EDT
      A2 Quality people at the top. Team players leading the team. Quality people. #ALedchat
  • tfuhrman May 14 @ 10:30 PM EDT
    A4: As a high school educator, I remember a principal who was willing to support my after-school activities and endeavors when prioritizing funds for our school because he believed in what I was contributing to students’ experiences. #ALedchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    A4: I've had several coaches in my life that have filled Sinek's "parent" analogy. #ALedchat
    In reply to @MrsDale_Edu
  • DanKos3 May 14 @ 10:31 PM EDT
    My HS hockey coach - he worried more about his players than he did winning (but we did want to win). My current principal has always been 100% behind the things I try in class (and pushing me to present my methods). #aledchat
  • TheresaShadrix May 14 @ 10:32 PM EDT
    A4: I have so many Edu parents! My @OHSJackets1 co-workers, my Ss, my family, and my @TeachersGuild & @TeachtoLead fam. Every one of them has played a role in raising me as an educator. They invest time, listening, advice, skills. #aledchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    *************Q5 coming up in 1 minute!************ #ALedchat
  • jrob8728 May 14 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    Great things are done by a series of small things brought together. #ALedchat
    In reply to @Cbice_1
  • ReeiviceL May 14 @ 10:33 PM EDT
    A3 Modeling good behavior can also be done by checking bad behavior. A little leaven leavens the whole lump. It’s important not to let bad behavior go unchecked. It erodes trust and promotes bad behavior. #aledchat
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:34 PM EDT
  • TheresaShadrix May 14 @ 10:35 PM EDT
    We want the same things as our Ss. Validation, to have a voice, to be heard, to be innovative, to make a forever impact on the lives of others. Success takes an “everyone is on the team” approach. There are no benchwarmers. #Aledchat
    In reply to @MrsDale_Edu, @ALedchat
  • janholcomb54 May 14 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    A3 Our principals are very positive! They expect a lot from themselves and from us. We, in turn, expect a lot from ourselves and from our students! #ALedchat
  • rleonardAHS May 14 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    A5: Resentment and lack of original thought. No true buy-in. Teachers think their voice doesn’t matter, so they don’t contribute anything or offer anything. They just go along with what they’re supposed to do. #aledchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:36 PM EDT
    A5 The emperor has no clothes and students suffer, but there is a way to do anything. #Respect #ALedchat
  • DanKos3 May 14 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A5. Look at the Milgram experiment. If you just follow orders without question, bad things could happen. You don’t necessarily do what is right. Ss get left behind. #Aledchat
  • jrob8728 May 14 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A5. The system of checks-and-balances disintegrates! You end up win a group of cooperators instead of collaborators. #ALedchat
  • principalest May 14 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    A5. We are reaping this now. Compliance had always been part of our educational system. It worked for some but not all. It's why we have a school to prison pipeline for many students primarily our minority boys. https://t.co/pJ438vsIPE #aledchat
  • mexusmx May 14 @ 10:37 PM EDT
    Imagine what we would accomplish if we allowed that to be our starting place! #ALedchat
  • ReeiviceL May 14 @ 10:38 PM EDT
    A4 As @Question2Think often says “questions are important”. My best mentors have always asked me the right questions instead of telling me what to do. When we are guided we share in the learning. When we are directed the learning is one sided. #aledchat
  • jrob8728 May 14 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A5. A5. The system of checks-and-balances disintegrates! You end up with a group of cooperators instead of collaborators. #ALedchat #ALedchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A5: The modeled behavior & expectations would infiltrate classrooms and lead to students having to blindly follow orders. Definitely the opposite of the type of innovators we hope to graduate! #ALedchat
    In reply to @MrsDale_Edu
  • Dale_Chu May 14 @ 10:39 PM EDT
    A5: Some might argue we’re currently seeing this from one of our branches of government. #ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    *************Q6 coming up in 1 minute!************ #ALedchat
  • walkchrysj May 14 @ 10:40 PM EDT
    A5 Blindly following orders leads to group think, stymied innovation, and a lack of realizing the potential of the team. As leaders, we have a responsibility to encourage our team to engage with varying perspectives, new ideas, and actively support fresh approaches. #aledchat
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:41 PM EDT
  • tfuhrman May 14 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    A5: The effects could range from temporary to long-range damage in a variety of ways, and sadly, such institutionalized fascism could lead to paradigmatic replication on both a micro- and macro-level, peripherally infecting other institutions. #aledchat
  • mexusmx May 14 @ 10:41 PM EDT
    Compliance leads to moral stagnation. I would suggest that our goal of our education system is to inspire all of our Ss to understand the paradigms of our communities and societies in order to disrupt them in thoughtful, constructive ways. #aledchat
    • principalest May 14 @ 10:37 PM EDT
      A5. We are reaping this now. Compliance had always been part of our educational system. It worked for some but not all. It's why we have a school to prison pipeline for many students primarily our minority boys. https://t.co/pJ438vsIPE #aledchat
  • TheresaShadrix May 14 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    A5: To impel orders reveals more about the weakness of the one demanding than the strength of those listening. A culture of trust begins with freedom to share and an equitable mindset about every member. #aledchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:42 PM EDT
    A5 It sounds good to say that we celebrate people that question our thinking but do we celebrate it when a student questions us? What about a subordinate? Do we model this? If so, how? #ALedchat
  • Dale_Chu May 14 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    That's deep, Thomas. #ALedchat
    In reply to @tfuhrman
  • jrob8728 May 14 @ 10:43 PM EDT
    A6. I used to have 1 rule in my classroom, “Be Respectful!” I respect you, you respect me, we respects each other, we respect ourselves! Everything then begins to fall into place! #ALedchat
  • Dale_Chu May 14 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    It's also scary! #ALedchat
    In reply to @walkchrysj
  • tfuhrman May 14 @ 10:44 PM EDT
    A6: Though there are the occasional “disrupters,” we try to exemplify caring in a multitude of ways: about other colleagues, students, families, and community. We try to address needs when they become apparent and support one another even before most needs arise. #aledchat
  • TheresaShadrix May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A6: Listening is the most powerful tool of influence. If we want to be changemakers, we have to listen to each other in order to learn. I’m blessed w/ some amazing educators in my life. #aledchat
  • mexusmx May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Exactly! We need to teach them to understand and use their voice. This is what we are seeing from the kids in Parkland, Florida! #aledchat.
    In reply to @principalest
  • dalehancock May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    Empowerment leads to ownership. Collaboration is more effective than compliance. #ALedchat
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    .@simonsinek & @BrandonBuchard would say "Helping others" is "helping ourselves": The "Truly Human" leader understands that we are HAPPIEST when we serve a purpose that uplifts our fellowman. #ALEdChat
    In reply to @DrJimmyShaw, @simonsinek
  • janholcomb54 May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A4 Jennifer Hogan--one of our principals-she knows I have my strengths and wants me to use those to make an impact! She also knows I have my weaknesses but supports me just the same. #ALedchat
  • Cbice_1 - Moderator May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A6: We are family! We love. We trust. We can have diff opinions, but at the end of the day we do what’s best for kids. #aledchat #sameteam
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    .@simonsinek & @BrandonBuchard would say "Helping others"IS "helping ourselves": The "Truly Human" leader understands that we are HAPPIEST when we serve a purpose that uplifts our fellowman. #ALEdChat
    • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT
      A3 “The cost of leadership is self interest” is a heck of a heavy statement. How many leaders actually lead out of service and altruism. I have seen only a very few but their leadership impact is #forever #ALedchat
  • coachaldridge May 14 @ 10:45 PM EDT
    A5: Voice & identity would disappear. Then you could get into moral/ethical dilemmas...all around not a good@ idea. #ALEdChat
  • jrob8728 May 14 @ 10:46 PM EDT
    I feel like this allows disagreement to be productive and problems to be solved in a way that benefits the students we seek to serve!#ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    *************Q7 coming up in 1 minute!************ #ALedchat
  • rleonardAHS May 14 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A6: Something I’ve realized is the importance of small talk. Talking to others about their family, weekend, hobbies, etc. really goes a long way towards showing others you care. When teachers know that others care about them, it builds a strong culture. #aledchat
  • walkchrysj May 14 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A6 Engaging in positive influence with other team members requires conscious efforts to tap into, seek to learn from, and share the strengths of others. Mature team members recognize that when we utilize team members abilities, team capacity increases #aledchat
  • dalehancock May 14 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    You have to be able to be influenced to be influential. #ALedchat
  • principalest May 14 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A6. They are dynamic professionals that are moving towards one goal/ mission and understand together we are stronger. Check out our norms in my recent @edweek blog https://t.co/AMO5o9ca0U #habit6 #synergize #ALedchat
  • coachaldridge May 14 @ 10:47 PM EDT
    A6: we all have a common goal and we get along. We genuinely like one another. Together that creates solidarity and our Ss know this. #ALEdChat
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:48 PM EDT
  • ReeiviceL May 14 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    Servant leadership is about sacrifice. I must give up ME in order for WE to grow. #ALedchat
    • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:23 PM EDT
      A3 “The cost of leadership is self interest” is a heck of a heavy statement. How many leaders actually lead out of service and altruism. I have seen only a very few but their leadership impact is #forever #ALedchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    YOU are awesome!! #ALedchat
    In reply to @janholcomb54
  • DianeTrout81 May 14 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    A4 @AbbiGriffin1 #aledchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:48 PM EDT
    🔥🔥🔥 #ALedchat
  • TheresaShadrix May 14 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    I challenge the assumptions of my Ss every day and force them out of a comfort zone. They do the same for me! My classroom culture is one of authentic conversations on helping each other learn & grow. We are co-learners. #aledchat
    In reply to @DrJimmyShaw
  • cvarsalona May 14 @ 10:49 PM EDT
    A3 #Positivity is infectious & helps sustain a culture of open communicatin and trust. #ALedchat
    In reply to @janholcomb54
  • coachaldridge May 14 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A7: Maybe laugh/smile a lot? I really have no idea. If I knew I’d do more of it. #ALEdChat
  • Cbice_1 - Moderator May 14 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A7: Remind each of them that are impacting the world everyday! They just make the choice on what kind of impact they want to make! #aledchat
  • Jennifer_Hogan - Moderator May 14 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A6: We stand on the shoulders of those who came before us and don't take that for granted. We know that we are a part of something bigger than ourselves & we strive to not be the weakest link. #ALedchat
    In reply to @TheresaShadrix
  • tfuhrman May 14 @ 10:50 PM EDT
    A7: I think this would be better answered by others, but I hope that others’ success during or after my support or through opportunities I have encouraged them to take would speak best to this. I would also hope that I exemplify what I want to see in others. #aledchat
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    Yes, @Jennifer_Hogan! Would we want medical our practitioners, surgeons, food inspectors, auto mechanics, etc. to deal this way? #ALEdChat
  • DianeTrout81 May 14 @ 10:51 PM EDT
  • jrob8728 May 14 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    A7. If I can do just one thing each day to give someone an opportunity to truly improve their situation/future through education for Ss and Ts alike... I’m winning as a leader in my book! #ALedchat #MyWhy
  • rleonardAHS May 14 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    A7: Come in to work with a positive attitude that hopefully spreads to others. Constantly ask other teachers how I can help or if they need anything from me. #aledchat
  • cvarsalona May 14 @ 10:51 PM EDT
    A5 Blind following/compliance was part of old school thoughts. Innovation comes from strategic planning, consenus building, open communication. #ALedchat
    In reply to @walkchrysj
  • dalehancock May 14 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    To empower others you share your expectations then give them the autonomy to meet them. Most of the time they will exceed them. #ALedchat
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    Yes, @Jennifer_Hogan! Would we want medical practitioners, surgeons, food inspectors, auto mechanics, etc. to deal this way? #ALEdChat
  • principalest May 14 @ 10:52 PM EDT
    A7. Showing vulnerability in my weakness while working alongside my teachers. Valuing their voice while continuing to move forward with our mission. Explain the why behind most if not everything we do. Lastly #preforgive and support teachers as people...humans. #ALedchat
  • cvarsalona May 14 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A7 #InspirationMonday is the right day to voice opinions on inspiring & empowering others. In a culture of #positivity, leaders bring all to the table of thought & planning where dreams are honored and steps to move forward are welcomed. #ALedchat
    In reply to @MrsDale_Edu
  • dalehancock May 14 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    Empowerment = Engagement. #ALedchat
  • TheresaShadrix May 14 @ 10:53 PM EDT
    A7: For my Ss, I don’t micromanage their creativity, I allow them freedom to solve problems, & give opportunity to shine. For my co-workers, I try to be a cheerleader cause they really are so amazing. #aledchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    *************FQ coming up in 1 minute!************ #ALedchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    FQ No matter your station in education, you are a leader. Let’s end tonight reminding each other why we chose to be educators and leaders. #ALedchat https://t.co/TFoICxaDtV
  • DianeTrout81 May 14 @ 10:54 PM EDT
    A7 by being the nerdy, jump in feet first person that doesn’t mind failing in front of my students. #aledchat
  • DianeTrout81 May 14 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    FA to foster the good in ANY student and give them a chance to be awesome...even if they are only 5 or 6! #ALedchat
  • cvarsalona May 14 @ 10:56 PM EDT
    Thanks #ALedchat for the convo conversation tonight. Next Monday, #NYEDChat is bringing @HappyStrobel, Happiness Coach to talk about the Science of #Happiness. JOIN US! 8pmEST.
  • coachaldridge May 14 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    FQ: Teaching is my purpose. It’s what I am & why I do. I want to inspire Ss to find their purpose! #aledchat
  • janholcomb54 May 14 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    A5 Blindly following someone when you know it isn't right could lead to disaster. That's almost as bad as silent approval. We have to trust in ourselves enough to question procedure if needed. The key is doing it in the right way! #ALedchat
  • Cbice_1 - Moderator May 14 @ 10:57 PM EDT
    FA: I was just another number until someone believed in me. I want to be that someone for others. #onamission #makeadifference #aledchat
  • TheresaShadrix May 14 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    FA: I became an educator to invest in the lives of Ss. I wasn’t sure what I was doing, but I have loved every moment of the journey. #aledchat
  • DrJimmyShaw - Moderator May 14 @ 10:58 PM EDT
    #ALedchat Let’s thank @MrsDale_Edu for a thought provoking and soul searching chat tonight.
  • MrsDale_Edu May 14 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    #aledchat "Nail-On-Te-Head," Thomas!
  • tfuhrman May 14 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    FQ: I recognized the great responsibility I had to be an educator and am reminded of this daily. For me, avoiding such a role would be concession that it was others’ responsibility and not mine to shape future generations—I couldn’t ignore the need for great educators. #aledchat
  • Cbice_1 - Moderator May 14 @ 10:59 PM EDT
    Thank you @MrsDale_Edu for your leadership tonight! You are awesome! #aledchat