#EngageChat Archive | Participate

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:00 PM EST

Welcome to #EngageChat. Please check in with the group.

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:00 PM EST

New post: "Reflecting After Surveying Our Learners" https://t.co/9wL3PBxxkd @DavisWelcome #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:01 PM EST

Hello! Happy Friday! Teresa from NY. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:02 PM EST

@teresagross625 Hey there! #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:02 PM EST

Matt checking in from Korea! Happy Chinese New Year vacation! #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:03 PM EST

@DavisWelcome Hi! Hope all is well! Good week? #engagechat

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:03 PM EST

Jeannie, from southern China, good morning! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:03 PM EST

@int_educator Welcome, Matt! #EngageChat

PrestonMcKellar Feb 5 @ 8:03 PM EST

Hello! Preston, Assistant Principal in VA. #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:03 PM EST

Is there an #EngageChat tonight? My feed seems devoid of educators tonight. Did Twitter fix it's hashtag feed issues?

ShanaVWhite Feb 5 @ 8:03 PM EST

Good evening everyone. Shana from Georgia #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:04 PM EST

@teresagross625 Yup! #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:04 PM EST

@JeannieSung Hi Jeannie :) #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:04 PM EST

@teresagross625 Hey, Teresa! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:04 PM EST

@JeannieSung Welcome, Jeannie! #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:04 PM EST

@ShanaVWhite Hi Shana! #engagechat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:04 PM EST

@lesliefarooq Hi Leslie! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:04 PM EST

@PrestonMcKellar Hey there, Preston! #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:05 PM EST

@DavisWelcome Hey, Eric! #EngageChat

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:05 PM EST

@int_educator Welcome, friend :) #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:05 PM EST

@lesliefarooq Hello! :) #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:05 PM EST

@lesliefarooq Welcome, Leslie! #EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hello! Becky from Maryland 😊 #engagechat

PLloydHenry Feb 5 @ 8:05 PM EST

HI #EngageChat - Phiona from Peel

Kharima4 Feb 5 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hello! Kharima an Instructional Technology Specialist from Houston, TX #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:05 PM EST

@JeannieSung Good Morning! #engagechat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:05 PM EST

Hi #EngageChat Carl from Emerald, Australia relaxing after feeding the alpacas on this warm Saturday

lfuinihetten Feb 5 @ 8:05 PM EST

Lynn from Pa! Good evening, everyone! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:05 PM EST

@ShanaVWhite Hey there, Shana! #EngageChat

Successfulinc Feb 5 @ 8:05 PM EST

Good evening everyone. Checking in from VA. #EngageChat

ShanaVWhite Feb 5 @ 8:06 PM EST

@teresagross625 hello Teresa #EngageChat

ShanaVWhite Feb 5 @ 8:06 PM EST

@DavisWelcome hello Eric #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:06 PM EST

@RoweRikW @DavisWelcome Hey Rik! Participating? #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:06 PM EST

@RebeccaGodwin52 Hey there, Becky! #EngageChat

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:06 PM EST

@teresagross625 Hi there, Teresa :) #EngageChat

EvonneWaugh Feb 5 @ 8:06 PM EST

Hello, Teresa! @teresagross625, #EngageChat - Evonne Waugh, Asst. Sup., IL, just peeking in 2 hack Gr8 ideas!

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:06 PM EST

@PLloydHenry Hey Phiona! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:07 PM EST

@Kharima4 Welcome, Kharima! #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri Feb 5 @ 8:07 PM EST

Hi #EngageChat Spiri from PA joining in

Amy_MacCrindle Feb 5 @ 8:07 PM EST

Hello! Amy, a Principal, in Chicago! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:07 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie Welcome! #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:07 PM EST

@EvonneWaugh You will love it! #engagechat

PLloydHenry Feb 5 @ 8:07 PM EST

@DavisWelcome I'm happy to be here - I fell asleep last week. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:08 PM EST

@lfuinihetten Welcome, Lynn! #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:08 PM EST

@DavisWelcome thanks. Helping daughter with Biology homework at same time #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:08 PM EST

Tonight is my debut experience in #EngageChat! @DavisWelcome https://t.co/LcANuxON8x

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:06 PM EST

@RoweRikW @DavisWelcome Hey Rik! Participating? #engagechat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:08 PM EST

@itsmeSpiri Hi Spiri! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:08 PM EST

@EvonneWaugh @teresagross625 Welcome! #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:08 PM EST

Jeremy, parent from CT, back at #engagechat.

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:09 PM EST

I am Leslie, HS biology teacher at an international school in Mexico, will be an instructional coach next year. Love learning! #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:09 PM EST

@RoweRikW @DavisWelcome Yeah! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:09 PM EST

@Amy_MacCrindle Hello Amy! #EngageChat

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:09 PM EST

@Amy_MacCrindle Hi there! Great to see some Chicagoans here! Homesick :) #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:09 PM EST

Hi Leslie! #EngageChat https://t.co/EjeooXI03z

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:09 PM EST

I am Leslie, HS biology teacher at an international school in Mexico, will be an instructional coach next year. Love learning! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:09 PM EST

@itsmeSpiri Hey there, my friend! #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:09 PM EST

@JeremyDBond Hi Jeremy! #engagechat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:09 PM EST

@PLloydHenry RM of Peel? Nice! Love Canadians. We rock! hehe #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:09 PM EST

@RoweRikW Hi Rik! :) #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:09 PM EST

@RoweRikW @teresagross625 Welcome, my friend! #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:10 PM EST

@lesliefarooq Sounds like a great move! #EngageChat

EvonneWaugh Feb 5 @ 8:10 PM EST

Middle of getting a mani #EngageChat may not B tweeting much-just joining 2 learn.

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:10 PM EST

Question 1 coming up ... #EngageChat

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:10 PM EST

#engagechat Angie from NC

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:10 PM EST

Kharima, we'll do this together! #EngageChat https://t.co/PjtjBUS4N2

Kharima4 Feb 5 @ 8:09 PM EST

@RoweRikW @DavisWelcome me too! I stumbled upon the chat and it sounded interesting.

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:10 PM EST

@int_educator I am excited to do it, but also happy with my current role. Exciting times in education! :) #EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:10 PM EST

@lesliefarooq Very cool background! Looking forward to hearing your thoughts! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

@JeremyDBond Hey there, my friend! #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

@lesliefarooq ooooh! A new adventure! Congrats! #EngageChat

Sharieloveslife Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

#EngageChat a few mins late from MD...Sharie - Staff Dev Teacher

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

#engagechat https://t.co/FdN4T9gEul

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:10 PM EST

Question 1 coming up ... #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

Looks like an amazing Crew gathering in #EngageChat right now! @DavisWelcome

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

@lesliefarooq @int_educator Congrats Leslie! #EngageChat

Amy_MacCrindle Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

A3: it's the little things that make a difference! Happy birthday emails, thank you notes, truly caring, leading by example! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

Q1: What does effective home/school communication look like to you? #EngageChat

PLloydHenry Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

@lesliefarooq @PeelSchools - We do rock :) #engagechat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:12 PM EST

Q1 #engagechat https://t.co/EOeh9lvZWN

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

Q1: What does effective home/school communication look like to you? #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:12 PM EST

@lesliefarooq where will you be a coach? #engagechat

mtartaro Feb 5 @ 8:12 PM EST

Hey! Marc here. Cobb County, GA Technology Training/Integration Specialist #engagechat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1 - Effective communication exists when all Learners know their thoughts, ideas and questions are welcomed and respected. #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1: communication, collaboration, trust, respect #engagechat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1: Allowing parents to have a voice in their child’s education - true collaboration #engagechat https://t.co/sqNPPdWp1D

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

Q1: What does effective home/school communication look like to you? #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:13 PM EST

@Sharieloveslife Welcome! #EngageChat

arturo_calisto Feb 5 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1 Parents are happy to hear from Ts or Ps rather than dreading it. #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:13 PM EST

All of these! #EngageChat https://t.co/Ra4eDHCnwi

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1: communication, collaboration, trust, respect #engagechat

ShanaVWhite Feb 5 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1: Clear, informative, open, and both sides are heard and respected #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:13 PM EST

@int_educator Absolutely! #EngageChat

Sharieloveslife Feb 5 @ 8:13 PM EST

#EngageChat all stakeholders satisfied, heard, answered, informed- whatever method it takes https://t.co/IVjnTFfSi3

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

Q1: What does effective home/school communication look like to you? #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1: Ps feel like an active and welcome part of the school community #engagechat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

everyone needs to know their ideas are valued and respected! #EngageChat https://t.co/Z4lCHr9dE9

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1 - Effective communication exists when all Learners know their thoughts, ideas and questions are welcomed and respected. #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1) could be phone or email but needs to have purpose: informative, relational, asking for feedback or help #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

@RoweRikW Thanks! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

@mtartaro Welcome! #EngageChat

mtartaro Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1 - It is TWO-WAY communication that keeps BOTH parties informed of Ss achievements and needs. #engagechat

The_Picklet Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

Afternoon, Marilyn, Food Tech, Hospitality, &Stage 4 Tech T (varies -textiles, timber,food, mosaics, code (from Aus) #EngageChat

Successfulinc Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1: Multiple channels of communication that are open, honest and trustworthy. #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1 - We're using #GoodCallsHome to keep the effective communication flowing with Parents, Learners and Educators. #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1) Two-way. A conversation, not scheduled sharing of information. #ctfamengage #engagechat https://t.co/AKDg7prfJX

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

Q1: What does effective home/school communication look like to you? #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

@mtartaro Hi Marc! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

@RoweRikW Awesome, Rik! #EngageChat

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

#engagechat A1 Teachers and parents freely communicating back and forth to help improve their students/children educational experience.

Andrea4early_ed Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

@Andrea4early_ed joining #EngageChat while working on own school/home communication data.

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1: I continue to think about this. As a T, I want Ps involved, as a P the emails can be overwhelming. Not sure of the best way. #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:15 PM EST

Positive communication is always necessary and welcomed by parents #EngageChat https://t.co/4yEtAYrjpc

arturo_calisto Feb 5 @ 8:13 PM EST

A1 Parents are happy to hear from Ts or Ps rather than dreading it. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:15 PM EST

@Sharieloveslife Yesss! #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1: both parties feel comfortable contacting the other #engagechat

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1: when school members feel like they are in the know n have a voice, regardless of comm tool used #EngageChat https://t.co/n0MLPfokAQ

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

Q1: What does effective home/school communication look like to you? #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:15 PM EST

Rik in MA as a #hsMath Facilitator of Learning - I forgot to introduce myself. Please forgive. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:15 PM EST

@arturo_calisto So true! #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:15 PM EST

@JeremyDBond At my school here in Mexico. #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri Feb 5 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1) Built on honesty & trust, understanding that we're on Team Student #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:15 PM EST

@JeannieSung @int_educator Thank you, Jeannie! #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:15 PM EST

Yes. Very important that communication is not just complaining or telling people what to do. needs to be a parent / teacher team #EngageChat

PLloydHenry Feb 5 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1: effective home-school communication is two way - it is a partnership built on love, care & mutual respect #engagechat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

@itsmeSpiri Thanks, Spiri! :) #EngageChat

ShrutiBhatnagr Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

Joining #Engagechat from MD. Greetings to everyone @EngageChat @DavisWelcome

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

@Amy_MacCrindle Miss the snow, but def miss a pan of Lou’s lol! #EngageChat

MathFlashcards Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

Eric Davis on Twitter https://t.co/4YZhTwUSWJ #engagechat https://t.co/tBDrtRD9ju

JKatzaman Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1 Communication goes both ways. All parties should be able to talk to each other freely and often. #EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

@arturo_calisto Definitely shows that communication is working! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie Purpose is very important! #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

And students in the middle, facilitating the conversation. #stuvoice #engagechat https://t.co/hah4q7WDBH

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

#engagechat A1 Teachers and parents freely communicating back and forth to help improve their students/children educational experience.

Kharima4 Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1 Effective communication is making contact. Keeping them informed on what is taking place at school in a variety of ways #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

@RebeccaGodwin52 I enjoy a great chat, and #EngageChat never disappoints! :)

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

What @itsmeSpiri said #EngageChat https://t.co/A3sIwP1sPo

itsmeSpiri Feb 5 @ 8:15 PM EST

A1) Built on honesty & trust, understanding that we're on Team Student #EngageChat

IntoOutside Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

#engagechat We need to bring all parties to the table of student learning including the student.

Andrea4early_ed Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1 is a reciprocal on-going communication with the best interest of the student as the main topic #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

@mtartaro You got it! #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

Even if it’s not the answer they want - still informed respectfully with purpose of working together #engagechat https://t.co/ctqR1WCTKz

Sharieloveslife Feb 5 @ 8:13 PM EST
#EngageChat all stakeholders satisfied, heard, answered, informed- whatever method it takes https://t.co/IVjnTFfSi3
- DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST
  
  Q1: What does effective home/school communication look like to you? #EngageChat

mtartaro Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1 - @SkypeBusiness is playing a larger role these days with enhanced video chat! #engagechat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1: All parties know what is happening in each realm of each child's life. Home, school, etc. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

@The_Picklet Hey MJ! #EngageChat

Amy_MacCrindle Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1: it's a partnership. Together we work towards a common goal of ensuring all students are learning. #EngageChat https://t.co/vd4yl4tF3j

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

Q1: What does effective home/school communication look like to you? #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1: knowing audience, learning most effective and efficient way to communicate (phone? e-mail?) #engagechat

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

A1 Working together instead of against each other, solving problems together instead of blaming each other. #engagechat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:17 PM EST

HUGE to Learning! #EngageChat https://t.co/FjpTxRDMgh

IntoOutside Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST

#engagechat We need to bring all parties to the table of student learning including the student.

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:17 PM EST

@RoweRikW Nice! #EngageChat

MsMarshallCMS Feb 5 @ 8:17 PM EST

Ps & family, student, and T all on the same team with a shared goal of personal success for the child. #EngageChat https://t.co/3Ov8rKin5M

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:11 PM EST

Q1: What does effective home/school communication look like to you? #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:17 PM EST

@JKatzaman Hi Jim! #engagechat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:17 PM EST

@DavisWelcome Hard to deliver bad news if you have no relation with parents. Also as professionals we need to suggest options #EngageChat

lfuinihetten Feb 5 @ 8:17 PM EST

A1: Ongoing, thru multiple venues (f-f, text, email, etc) and includes systems (portal, robocall, blog, newsletters) to meet all #engagechat

PrestonMcKellar Feb 5 @ 8:17 PM EST

A1) parents are kept informed of grades, daily events, school functions, #EngageChat

Successfulinc Feb 5 @ 8:17 PM EST

A1:Communication that is proactive and not reactive. #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:17 PM EST

Multiple channels extremely important #EngageChat https://t.co/6UExJc0fI2

Successfulinc Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST

A1: Multiple channels of communication that are open, honest and trustworthy. #EngageChat

JKatzaman Feb 5 @ 8:18 PM EST

@teresagross625 Hi, Teresa. #EngageChat

WaltKozlowski Feb 5 @ 8:18 PM EST

A1: Open, honest, frequent, 2-way. Meet families/parents where they are. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:18 PM EST

@JeannieSung Excellent! #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:18 PM EST

I value seeing our "clients" as Learners rather than Students as we are all Learners together. #EngageChat

IntoOutside Feb 5 @ 8:18 PM EST

We need to engage parents in a way that they feel attached to the process. #engagechat

areveroberle Feb 5 @ 8:18 PM EST

Hi All! Amy from MI joining a little late this evening. Middle school band. #engagechat

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:18 PM EST

@JeremyDBond Exactly, Ss involved not only lets them have an active role, but helps them see that Ps & Ts R working togehter #engagechat

Andrea4early_ed Feb 5 @ 8:19 PM EST

Relationships due create better communication! #EngageChat https://t.co/vZeIpDaUjh

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:17 PM EST

@DavisWelcome Hard to deliver bad news if you have no relation with parents. Also as professionals we need to suggest options #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:19 PM EST

Wish I had said this! #EngageChat https://t.co/FwjGu2MIAt

IntoOutside Feb 5 @ 8:18 PM EST

We need to engage parents in a way that they feel attached to the process. #engagechat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:19 PM EST

The set up at school makes email my prefered method of communication (phone calls don't come to me). #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:19 PM EST

@RebeccaGodwin52 Very nice!!! #EngageChat

mtartaro Feb 5 @ 8:19 PM EST

A1 - Comm MUST also be POSITIVE. Ps don't want to only hear from Ts when there is a problem! This is my FAVE type of comm! #engagechat

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:19 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie @DavisWelcome Relationship built on trust helps with all communication! Yes! #EngageChat

MsMarshallCMS Feb 5 @ 8:19 PM EST

@int_educator @Successfulinc So important to meet parents & students where they are. #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:19 PM EST

Need to always come back to what is best for the students #EngageChat https://t.co/DsG0Sd0fnq

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:16 PM EST
And students in the middle, facilitating the conversation. #stuvoice #engagechat https://t.co/hah4q7WDBH
- AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:14 PM EST
  
  #engagechat A1 Teachers and parents freely communicating back and forth to help improve their students/children educational experience.

Sharieloveslife Feb 5 @ 8:19 PM EST

#EngageChat so basic yet vital @IntoOutside https://t.co/SXl736BFeK

IntoOutside Feb 5 @ 8:18 PM EST

We need to engage parents in a way that they feel attached to the process. #engagechat

The_Picklet Feb 5 @ 8:19 PM EST

A1 to be effective it needs to be 2way and show evidence that the message has been decoded & acknowledged eg notes returned #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:19 PM EST

@RoweRikW I always write "Dear Learners" in my messages to them. #engagechat

tallboykarthik Feb 5 @ 8:20 PM EST

@MsMarshallCMS @DavisWelcome one that is suffused with love and care.#EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:20 PM EST

Yes! Students as teachers and teachers as students! #engagechat #freire https://t.co/k4rP9KmS7i

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:18 PM EST

I value seeing our "clients" as Learners rather than Students as we are all Learners together. #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:20 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie much of what we receive at home feels like telling. And we parents wait to reach out until we have a complaint. #engagechat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:20 PM EST

I make #GoodCallsHome during my commute after cueing up phone numbers. #EngageChat https://t.co/QQqLDrGXyf

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:19 PM EST

The set up at school makes email my prefered method of communication (phone calls don't come to me). #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:20 PM EST

@areveroberle Welcome Amy! #EngageChat

IntoOutside Feb 5 @ 8:20 PM EST

We need to open the table to all levels of engagement not just parents who are more available. #engagechat

areveroberle Feb 5 @ 8:20 PM EST

A1: Multiple means to meet families where they are. Love using social media to open up the daily class life to families. #engagechat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:20 PM EST

@areveroberle Hi Amy! #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:20 PM EST

Question 2 coming up .... #EngageChat

JKatzaman Feb 5 @ 8:20 PM EST

Engaged communication RT @IntoOutside: We need to engage parents in a way that they feel attached to the process. #engagechat

MsMarshallCMS Feb 5 @ 8:21 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie Is that the parents preferred method of communication as well? #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:21 PM EST

@JeremyDBond that's why it has to start with the get to know you stuff. #EngageChat

tallboykarthik Feb 5 @ 8:21 PM EST

@Amy_MacCrindle @DavisWelcome A1 allowing the child also to talk and not just a one way communication #EngageChat

principalsdixon Feb 5 @ 8:21 PM EST

Effective home/school communication looks like everyone is on the same page and its dialogue. #EngageChat

IntoOutside Feb 5 @ 8:21 PM EST

Acknowledging that all parents have not had a positive experience with school is important to the process. #engagechat

WaltKozlowski Feb 5 @ 8:22 PM EST

Jumped in without saying hello! Walt from SE, MI. Good evening, #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:22 PM EST

#engagechat https://t.co/ZXkhyvJ50f

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:20 PM EST

Question 2 coming up .... #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:22 PM EST

@lesliefarooq our daughter's middle school team sends emails weekly but repeats previous info as well. Nice way to keep up. #engagechat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:22 PM EST

The more Educators engage with the Parents of our Learners, the more engaged the learning becomes! #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:22 PM EST

@MsMarshallCMS For many of my parents phone call can be intrusive... work unusual hours in jobs where should not answer phone #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:22 PM EST

@RoweRikW Love this, Rik! I prefer everyone to be called learners. I want to be a learning coach over an instructional coach! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

Q2: What are the barriers to having effective home / school communication? #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

@RoweRikW Yes! #engagechat

MsMarshallCMS Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

@JeremyDBond @GruntledChalkie including a call to action in your newsletter is so important. Invite parents to be involved #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

Stunning Statement by our #WHSAlgebra1 Learners! @bbray27 @khmmc #MakeLearningPersonal #EngageChat https://t.co/tGIiH8bWFn

bcimaglia00 Feb 5 @ 8:22 PM EST

@RoweRikW Students in our class, like myself, are sometimes afraid to speak our ideas. And the chart shows that we need to take more risks!

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

precisely #EngageChat https://t.co/eqpsY10dsg

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:19 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie @DavisWelcome Relationship built on trust helps with all communication! Yes! #EngageChat

Amy_MacCrindle Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

@tallboykarthik @DavisWelcome so true! #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

One side feeling they know more than the other #EngageChat https://t.co/6kK01NLayO

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

Q2: What are the barriers to having effective home / school communication? #EngageChat

curtisbiem Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

@DavisWelcome #engagechat I always found reports of misbehaviour were better accepted by parents if I had previously reported the positive.

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

Q2 #engagechat https://t.co/Vk6skFNXk0

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

Q2: What are the barriers to having effective home / school communication? #EngageChat

PLloydHenry Feb 5 @ 8:24 PM EST

@IntoOutside Exactly - we may also need to employ the use of interpreters, alternative scheduling/child-care to facilitate this #engagechat

MathFlashcards Feb 5 @ 8:24 PM EST

Rik Rowe on Twitter https://t.co/NLXBtXGiBg #EngageChat https://t.co/xsYx3STT2v

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:24 PM EST

@int_educator So true! #EngageChat

principalsdixon Feb 5 @ 8:24 PM EST

Time is a barrier to effective home/school communication. Time is a barrier to everything. #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:24 PM EST

A2: Ts who are intimidated to communicate w/ parents #engagechat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:24 PM EST

You know how much I value each and every one of you! Stand and Deliver every chance you get! #EngageChat https://t.co/tGIiH8bWFn

bcimaglia00 Feb 5 @ 8:22 PM EST

@RoweRikW Students in our class, like myself, are sometimes afraid to speak our ideas. And the chart shows that we need to take more risks!

arturo_calisto Feb 5 @ 8:24 PM EST

A2 Technology access is an issue. Can't let equity issues stop us from reaching all parents #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:24 PM EST

A2: Ps who have had negative experiences w/ schools #engagechat

ShrutiBhatnagr Feb 5 @ 8:24 PM EST

A1:communication that engages families and supports student achievement and success @EngageChat @DavisWelcome #engagechat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:24 PM EST

@JeremyDBond We have a weekly digital newsletter which does the same. It's text-heavy and I get to TLDR a lot before I am done. #engagechat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:24 PM EST

Comes with experience and knowing we are all working toward the same goal - student learning #EngageChat https://t.co/SRsjANPzuI

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:24 PM EST

A2: Ts who are intimidated to communicate w/ parents #engagechat

tallboykarthik Feb 5 @ 8:24 PM EST

#EngageChat. There are three stakeholders the parent, the teacher and at the centre of it , the child

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:25 PM EST

A2: assumptions, as if “they” should/would know, or know better #EngageChat https://t.co/fDGcXoJmYg

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

Q2: What are the barriers to having effective home / school communication? #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:25 PM EST

@principalsdixon Absolutely! #EngageChat

ShanaVWhite Feb 5 @ 8:25 PM EST

A2: Time, poor communication skills to begin with, laziness. #engagechat

areveroberle Feb 5 @ 8:25 PM EST

@teresagross625 I still get nervous when I have to contact a parent. More often than not, I build it up worse than it is.. #engagechat

principalsdixon Feb 5 @ 8:25 PM EST

Barriers include: defensive parents, passive Ts, and lack of direction when communicating. #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:25 PM EST

A2: Ps don't want to communicate, Ps lifestyle hard to communicate, lack of phones at school #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:25 PM EST

@JeannieSung Wow!!! Powerful!!! #EngageChat

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:25 PM EST

#engagechat Some parents didn't have a good experience with school and this causes them to be hesitant when it comes to talking to teachers

Successfulinc Feb 5 @ 8:25 PM EST

A1:Inconsistency, language, lack of trust, assumptions and blame. #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:25 PM EST

A2: rural districts that cover large areas, hard to get to schools for functions if limited transp, no access public transp. #engagechat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:26 PM EST

And not just for volunteers. I knew there was something missing from the otherwise useful weekly email. #engagechat https://t.co/ouhYWC25hu

MsMarshallCMS Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

@JeremyDBond @GruntledChalkie including a call to action in your newsletter is so important. Invite parents to be involved #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:26 PM EST

A2 - As I have learned from @amgonza and @TiawanaG, language is sometimes a barrier we need to work through. #EngageChat

Sharieloveslife Feb 5 @ 8:26 PM EST

Q2 #EngageChat lack of effort to do whatever it takes on either side- waiting until it's too late- unavailable https://t.co/IrQqLAge0M

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

Q2: What are the barriers to having effective home / school communication? #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:26 PM EST

A2b) sometimes a call leads to a delicate conversation. I lack the location to have these conversations discretely #EngageChat

principalsdixon Feb 5 @ 8:26 PM EST

If your primary communication tool is the phone then that is a barrier within itself. #EngageChat

Andrea4early_ed Feb 5 @ 8:26 PM EST

A2 Barriers in communication goes back to the relationships being built by both parties. #EngageChat

Kharima4 Feb 5 @ 8:26 PM EST

A2 The expectations are not clearly set from the start. Campus moral. Lack of communication, collaboration, and consistency. #EngageChat

MsMarshallCMS Feb 5 @ 8:26 PM EST

A2 language barriers, access to technology, apathy, negative experiences with school/T in the past #EngageChat https://t.co/tWr9VCnQNp

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

Q2: What are the barriers to having effective home / school communication? #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:26 PM EST

@Sharieloveslife So true!!!! #EngageChat

WaltKozlowski Feb 5 @ 8:26 PM EST

A2: Time. Cannot make parents read what we provide & tendency 2 believe children before checking facts. #EngageChat https://t.co/s9dbNbAxlo

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

Q2: What are the barriers to having effective home / school communication? #EngageChat

areveroberle Feb 5 @ 8:26 PM EST

A2: Tech access at home can cause issues. Many communications are now electronic but not always best for all families. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:27 PM EST

@MsMarshallCMS So true! #EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:27 PM EST

A2: TIME. It has to be very consciously built into a teacher's schedule. #engagechat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:27 PM EST

A2: work schedules #engagechat

JKatzaman Feb 5 @ 8:27 PM EST

A2 Communication fails when one party feels intimidated or simply doesn't care to speak to the other. #engagechat

PLloydHenry Feb 5 @ 8:27 PM EST

A2: inflexible P/T conference times and language barriers are two things that hamper off. comm #EngageChat

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:27 PM EST

A2 #engagechat Not understanding cultural differences can cause a problem.

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:27 PM EST

Many of my Ps work long hours and have other commitments. Hard to get time with them #EngageChat https://t.co/9fr3dGjFJs

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:25 PM EST

A2: rural districts that cover large areas, hard to get to schools for functions if limited transp, no access public transp. #engagechat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:27 PM EST

Let's empower and respect all parties! #EngageChat https://t.co/UX0eyPPmq2

JKatzaman Feb 5 @ 8:27 PM EST

A2 Communication fails when one party feels intimidated or simply doesn't care to speak to the other. #engagechat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:27 PM EST

A2: language barriers #engagechat

DalberDalbert Feb 5 @ 8:27 PM EST

A2: TIME. It has to be very consciously built into a teacher's schedule. #engagechat https://t.co/IRlBGUwX4N https://t.co/dQb2vODZ7n

BronsonGrylls Feb 5 @ 8:27 PM EST

I liked a @YouTube video https://t.co/VTf00bCdMO From Black to Sing

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:28 PM EST

@AMitchell828 You got it!!! #EngageChat

MathFlashcards Feb 5 @ 8:28 PM EST

Brittany Cimaglia on Twitter https://t.co/SCXe3ueyip #WHSAlgebra1 #MakeLearningPersonal #EngageChat https://t.co/zjPOVUD9RW

MathFlashcards Feb 5 @ 8:28 PM EST

Eric Davis on Twitter https://t.co/4YZhTwUSWJ #engagechat https://t.co/8XXxS4ld8o

areveroberle Feb 5 @ 8:28 PM EST

A2: Sometimes message is shared through hard copy, social media, website, school site, @remind, etc and still doesn't make it. #engagechat

MsMarshallCMS Feb 5 @ 8:28 PM EST

@JeremyDBond @GruntledChalkie it can be as simple as we are working on this...here is something to try out at home. #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:28 PM EST

YES, and it's 20x more intimidating talking to principals. Might remember them only as disciplinarians. #engagechat https://t.co/U2ZRQORlvC

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:25 PM EST

#engagechat Some parents didn't have a good experience with school and this causes them to be hesitant when it comes to talking to teachers

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:28 PM EST

@principalsdixon Absolutely. What do you use to help with this? #engagechat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:28 PM EST

Delicate balance to take emotion out of difficult conversations, but still be compassionate about issue #EngageChat https://t.co/WBK5tVc9qb

areveroberle Feb 5 @ 8:25 PM EST

@teresagross625 I still get nervous when I have to contact a parent. More often than not, I build it up worse than it is.. #engagechat

PrestonMcKellar Feb 5 @ 8:28 PM EST

A2) parents at work when called, lack of time to call, wrong phone number, no email address, #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:28 PM EST

A2: Some parents aren't techy, lack devices, aren't home, resent intrusion, don't see the point, etc. Speaking as a TP here. #EngageChat

Andrea4early_ed Feb 5 @ 8:28 PM EST

A2 once U have that relationship; U work to overcome the: paper/tech/phone/timing barriers. Everyone will come to the table #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:28 PM EST

@Kharima4 Nice!! #EngageChat

ShrutiBhatnagr Feb 5 @ 8:29 PM EST

A2: Language, lack of understanding, comfort level and trust between school and parents #engagechat @DavisWelcome @EngageChat

areveroberle Feb 5 @ 8:29 PM EST

A2: Sometimes message is shared through hard copy, social media, website, school site, @RemindHQ , etc & still doesn't make it. #engagechat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:29 PM EST

@MsMarshallCMS @JeremyDBond yes. i email Ps what we are doing each week. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:29 PM EST

@areveroberle Absolutely! #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri Feb 5 @ 8:29 PM EST

A2) Ps acknowledging concerns and hesitant to work w/ T...lack of trust #EngageChat

MrsBradshawSDT Feb 5 @ 8:29 PM EST

A2: Language, lack of access to technology, differing communication styles. #EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:29 PM EST

@JKatzaman How do you combat this? #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:29 PM EST

@JKatzaman So true!!! #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:29 PM EST

@AMitchell828 Yes!!! #EngageChat https://t.co/Cb2GYA87Z4

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:27 PM EST

A2 #engagechat Not understanding cultural differences can cause a problem.

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:30 PM EST

A2: child might be in temporary foster home, family might be homeless #engagechat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:30 PM EST

@MrsBradshawSDT Language! How did I forget that one given where I live? D'oh! #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:30 PM EST

Recently had a situation where P told me that teaching was my job and I should not be wasting her time telling her about it #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:30 PM EST

A2) The opposite of A1. And: busyness. Schools don't have the luxury of waiting til they have more time. #engagechat https://t.co/LP4pwfOWVk

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST

Q2: What are the barriers to having effective home / school communication? #EngageChat

tallboykarthik Feb 5 @ 8:30 PM EST

#EngageChat. A2 Mind and resistance to open up is the biggest barrier . Open up and be flexible to accept change. After all it is for good

WaltKozlowski Feb 5 @ 8:30 PM EST

A2: Often think we r doing better job of communicating than we r. Once is not enough. Must share same message many ways/times. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:30 PM EST

@lesliefarooq So true, Leslie! #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri Feb 5 @ 8:31 PM EST

A2) Ps not acknowledging concerns, and hesitant to work w/ T, lack of trust #EngageChat

mtartaro Feb 5 @ 8:31 PM EST

A2- For me it often seems to be contact numbers that don't work. #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:31 PM EST

A2 - The more time I spend with Learners 1:1, the better I see the Learning from their perspective. #EngageChat

areveroberle Feb 5 @ 8:31 PM EST

A2: Expectation of population is a learning curve. New job pretty much requires @remindhq, but wasn't used much in previous job. #engagechat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:31 PM EST

A2b) A veces yo necesito platicar con las papas en Español tambien. #EngageChat

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:31 PM EST

@JeremyDBond #engagechat That is why we have to work to make our schools more Ps friendly and invite them to be a part. Have Ps volunteer

WaltKozlowski Feb 5 @ 8:31 PM EST

So disappointing! #EngageChat https://t.co/C3hslYiZQT

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:30 PM EST

Recently had a situation where P told me that teaching was my job and I should not be wasting her time telling her about it #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:31 PM EST

A2: child might be in an outside placement in a different district #engagechat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:31 PM EST

A2: Not trying to be too technical with our educational jargon - sometimes we just need to get to the point #EngageChat

MathFlashcards Feb 5 @ 8:32 PM EST

Eric Davis on Twitter https://t.co/4YZhTwUSWJ #engagechat https://t.co/K16HcM33W8

MathFlashcards Feb 5 @ 8:32 PM EST

Jim Katzaman on Twitter https://t.co/gHnW8I46lF #EngageChat https://t.co/frhkEbcgu3

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:32 PM EST

A2 - By making weekly #GoodCallsHome, I establish relationships with Parents for when tough calls need to be made. #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:32 PM EST

I teach a number of international Ss. Need to have a different conversation with homestay parent and true parent. #EngageChat

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:32 PM EST

@lesliefarooq @MrsBradshawSDT me too, one P didn’t know what ES stood for, int schools, not all would know that, so our bad! #EngageChat

WayneCamo Feb 5 @ 8:32 PM EST

A2: Lack of communication,cultural barriers,fear,as well as biases are some of the barriers affecting home/school communication. #EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:32 PM EST

@int_educator That is very hard to do sometimes, especially with families of students with special needs! But very important #engagechat

EvonneWaugh Feb 5 @ 8:32 PM EST

A2 Absence of empathy, cultural divide, no experience at walking in the shoes of another. #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:32 PM EST

@areveroberle I love @RemindHQ! I use it with all my students, mostly jrs and srs. No parents yet. Maybe someday. #engagechat

The_Picklet Feb 5 @ 8:32 PM EST

A2 Agree with it all. Students are crucial too- can forget to give notes or reinterpret the message to their advantage #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:32 PM EST

You know you're not going to align with everything. You want to change school/home. That's intimidating. #engagechat https://t.co/L7RrI30k2i

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST
One side feeling they know more than the other #EngageChat https://t.co/6kK01NLayO
- DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:23 PM EST
  
  Q2: What are the barriers to having effective home / school communication? #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:33 PM EST

@lesliefarooq Ah those crazy potatoes #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:33 PM EST

Question 3 coming up .... #EngageChat

Andrea4early_ed Feb 5 @ 8:33 PM EST

@RebeccaGodwin52 @JKatzaman WE try coming up with positives about Ss, conversation starters, or what do you do at home? #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:33 PM EST

@EvonneWaugh Very nice!!! #EngageChat

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:34 PM EST

@lesliefarooq This should include ALL communications, not just the big ones also. #engagechat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:34 PM EST

A2: learner living in more than 1 household, might be same district or not #engagechat

Mr_Lucena Feb 5 @ 8:34 PM EST

A2: Language and time can be the top two in my opinion #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:34 PM EST

@DavisWelcome It helps to be a P too, definitely gives a different POV! Some things I never would have thought about before. #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:34 PM EST

#engagechat https://t.co/Oqpdp0RTiG

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:33 PM EST

Question 3 coming up .... #EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:34 PM EST

@Andrea4early_ed @JKatzaman Love it! I also try to make my positive communications MUCH more frequent than 'negative' ones #EngageChat

MsMarshallCMS Feb 5 @ 8:34 PM EST

@mtartaro so true, I have had that exp as well, phone numbers will change several times throughout the year #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:34 PM EST

@lesliefarooq Absolutely!! #EngageChat

PLloydHenry Feb 5 @ 8:34 PM EST

A2: Families may not feel the need to communicate if they are not valued as real partners #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:34 PM EST

#GoodCallsHome #EngageChat https://t.co/G7KakBHdlJ

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:34 PM EST

@Andrea4early_ed @JKatzaman Love it! I also try to make my positive communications MUCH more frequent than 'negative' ones #EngageChat

PrestonMcKellar Feb 5 @ 8:35 PM EST

@mtartaro updating each year takes a bit of time, I have found success by asking the student to provide parent# from their cell #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:35 PM EST

@IntoOutside our daughter's team leader told parents he was drawn to education bc of bad experiences as a student in our town.👍🏽 #engagechat

JessicaWPorter2 Feb 5 @ 8:35 PM EST

Cultures which through development and regeneration… https://t.co/IRejBAnehf https://t.co/EzS1T7aUvB #PrydzMix #nhdems2016 #engagechat

areveroberle Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST

@teresagross625 More than 1 home is a big challenge. Have to get info to all caregivers, especially if relationship is strained. #engagechat

MrsBradshawSDT Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST

@JeannieSung @lesliefarooq 180+ different languages are spoken by the students in our schools in our one county alone. #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST

@AMitchell828 I'm not sure what you mean. Directed statements like this can easily be misconstrued. Care to elucidate? Thanks. #EngageChat

TTMobile_us Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST

#engagechat is now trending in USA, ranking 45

harr_rae Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST

Servant-Terrorists and Hollywood Cams: https://t.co/Kwru9gKgDt https://t.co/5bymVZHzMy #SexyWesley #AngelsNight #engagechat #dailyshowNH

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q3: What are the leadership practices that foster effective communication with parents? #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST

New post: "Reflecting After Surveying Our Learners" https://t.co/9wL3PBxxkd #EngageChat

Andrea4early_ed Feb 5 @ 8:37 PM EST

@PLloydHenry Like comment. Ts and families should be partners in education! #EngageChat

NilsendannyNcn Feb 5 @ 8:37 PM EST

arming al-Qaeda, the Taliban and… #dailyshowNH #ImageAwards #AngelsNight #engagechat #UFCVegas #MJOTW2016 #19in99 https://t.co/I8CvAdaXxa

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:37 PM EST

@areveroberle @teresagross625 I still haven't figured out the best way to handle those situations... Very difficult. #EngageChat

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:37 PM EST

@lesliefarooq #engagechat I know so often in the rush of the day that we need to send a note home about something and forget to translate it

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:37 PM EST

Q3 #engagechat https://t.co/cS0m2vFiRd

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q3: What are the leadership practices that foster effective communication with parents? #EngageChat

principalsdixon Feb 5 @ 8:37 PM EST

Building relationships with parents opens up the lines of communication. #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:37 PM EST

A3: Frequent and Transparent! #EngageChat https://t.co/7TFtFbpm7n

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q3: What are the leadership practices that foster effective communication with parents? #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST

A3) Early contact, friendly contact, building a relationship, keeping the imformed, letting them know you are there for child #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST

@int_educator Amen! #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST

A3 - We lead when we bring our the best in our Learners every chance we get. We make #GoodCallsHome to share with Parents. #EngageChat

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST

A3: be present where they are, start w the universal lang of “smiles” then take to the next level :) #EngageChat https://t.co/Zok0fPqUi4

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q3: What are the leadership practices that foster effective communication with parents? #EngageChat

PLloydHenry Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST

@Andrea4early_ed We should be - we all want what is best for Ss #EngageChat

JKatzaman Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST

A2 Effective communication requires the ability to speak up and an equal willingness to listen. #engagechat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST

A3: I think we all know what those are; we are already here and talking about it. Reality? There is no magic bullet for this. #EngageChat

Successfulinc Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST

A3:Smile, be visible and accessible, authentic, creative, empathetic listener, respectful, positive and caring. #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST

Building positive relationships makes all the difference! Great point! #EngageChat https://t.co/qAU9lyjcSA

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST

A3) Early contact, friendly contact, building a relationship, keeping the imformed, letting them know you are there for child #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie Yessss! #EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST

A3: Show appreciation and respect for all that they do. Frame everything with a common goal: the child! #engagechat https://t.co/WPdI2iRaE3

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q3: What are the leadership practices that foster effective communication with parents? #EngageChat

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:39 PM EST

@lesliefarooq #engagechat Or even taking time to have a positive note about child's day translated would be important.

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:39 PM EST

@RoweRikW Amen!!! #EngageChat

GearheartRex Feb 5 @ 8:39 PM EST

#EngageChat Initiating positive communication is a good start. Even better when it's personal.

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:39 PM EST

A3: this.......written by @DavisWelcome #engagechat https://t.co/LFGYTee9Sh

ShanaVWhite Feb 5 @ 8:39 PM EST

A3: Speaking with not at people. Approaching every situation w/o preconceived notions. Contact early and often to build rapport #Engagechat

Sharieloveslife Feb 5 @ 8:39 PM EST

#EngageChat high & clear expectations of staff- accountability- support- give teachers what they need to do it https://t.co/PLbyyqHQas

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q3: What are the leadership practices that foster effective communication with parents? #EngageChat

MrsBradshawSDT Feb 5 @ 8:39 PM EST

A3: Clear policies, transparency, commitment to building relationships. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:39 PM EST

@JeannieSung Love this!! #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:39 PM EST

@JeannieSung Heart first and head later! #EngageChat https://t.co/91Vq0LtPEO

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST
A3: be present where they are, start w the universal lang of “smiles” then take to the next level :) #EngageChat https://t.co/Zok0fPqUi4
- DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST
  
  Q3: What are the leadership practices that foster effective communication with parents? #EngageChat

WaltKozlowski Feb 5 @ 8:39 PM EST

A3: Listening. Asking. Smiling (when appropriate). Avoiding defensiveness. #EngageChat

Mr_Lucena Feb 5 @ 8:39 PM EST

I give parents my cell #. Don't get many calls, parents are stunned I'm sharing something so personal, relationships are key. #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

A3 - We lead when we support the Learner with the content and nurturing and ask the Parent to support with the nurturing. #EngageChat

lfuinihetten Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

A3: Put systems in place, make it a priority, model the way, be open and transparent, be visible and accessible #EngageChat

JessicaWPorter2 Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

Complexes Latent and Manifest! https://t.co/IRejBAnehf https://t.co/tjIzS3xuMs #DuelInTheD #PITvsTBL #UFCVegas #AngelsNight #engagechat

PrestonMcKellar Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

A3) being fair, golden rule, keeping informed, genuinely helping, returning calls, forming a relationship #EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

@Mr_Lucena Same!! Was told not to when I first started, but have never regretted it in any year. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

@Sharieloveslife Excellent!!! #EngageChat

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

#engagechat I'm sorry I didn't explain.I just meant we need to make sure that all communications are sent home in both languages.

mtartaro Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

A3 - You have 2 ears and 1 mouth...take the hint! #engagechat

bodnar_margaret Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

A Cur Called Zionism: https://t.co/qFHPahILtB https://t.co/PnUOErj8t3 #ifgathering2016 #AskFlamingeos #engagechat #CNNMightCallBreakingNews

arturo_calisto Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

A3 Humility, and not treating affluent/more educated parents as superior to working-class parents. Both want success for Ss #EngageChat

AlisonOWalton Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

#EngageChat A3 be visible in the community. Communicate x 3. Listen. Ask for input. Validate. Make decisions based on what's best for Ss

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

@RoweRikW Yes! most convincing message to Ps is happy kids coming home who feels cared for by Ts n school #EngageChat

itsmeSpiri Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

@Successfulinc Smiles = Approachability! #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

A3b) I have seen the kindest leaders misjudged, not given a chance. When I differ from the echo chamber is it b/c int'l school? #engagechat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

All vital to Learners for Meaningful Learning. #EngageChat https://t.co/TyNRBTuONP

PrestonMcKellar Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

A3) being fair, golden rule, keeping informed, genuinely helping, returning calls, forming a relationship #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

@RebeccaGodwin52 Love this!! #EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

@arturo_calisto So glad that you touched on this point! Thank you #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

HUGE for Growth! #EngageChat https://t.co/PsfeeXT0lh

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST

@RoweRikW Yes! most convincing message to Ps is happy kids coming home who feels cared for by Ts n school #EngageChat

AlisonOWalton Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

#EngageChat Alison Walton, Spokane, WA

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

@GearheartRex Amen! #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

A3) Informing parents of your school-wide expectations for communicating, so we aren't left wondering. #engagechat https://t.co/FxsrgEoAJR

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q3: What are the leadership practices that foster effective communication with parents? #EngageChat

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

@int_educator Absolutely! For young and old, alike!!! Maslow before Blooms ;) #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

So easy to get defensive - need to be conscience of avoiding this! Great! #EngageChat https://t.co/LkYcu99aG5

WaltKozlowski Feb 5 @ 8:39 PM EST

A3: Listening. Asking. Smiling (when appropriate). Avoiding defensiveness. #EngageChat

mtartaro Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

I have been experimenting with the idea of a parent Twitter chat. #engagechat

JKatzaman Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

A3 Don't wait until communication becomes imperative. From the start, open a channel w/ engaging, personal, meaningful contact. #engagechat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

A3: Not read, but heard about this..... #engagechat https://t.co/9ysuNC1VmL

GearheartRex Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

@RoweRikW #EngageChat Very effective! Empowering to do this as follow-up to a tough call. Uplifting for all parties.

ShrutiBhatnagr Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

A3: Creating culture of respect, treating P's as partners, embracing diverse perspectives & change #engagechat @DavisWelcome @DavisWelcome

areveroberle Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

A3: Remembering that fair and equal are not the same thing. Each S and family is different. Cookie-cutter approach rarely works. #engagechat

nelsdottirssto3 Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

The mistake when fighting terrorism… #PrydzMix #BCC8 #engagechat #SleepyHollow #IconicNights #JcsNewVideo #19in99 https://t.co/t8iL0ITQJv

MsMarshallCMS Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

My strategy for making 10 positive phone calls/day in less than 10 min. https://t.co/tR085AIiur #EngageChat https://t.co/rTOJJKtKpt

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST

A3 - We lead when we bring our the best in our Learners every chance we get. We make #GoodCallsHome to share with Parents. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

@JeremyDBond Love this! #EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:42 PM EST

@JeremyDBond @DavisWelcome Excellent point! So thankful for your perspective tonight! #EngageChat

timneedles Feb 5 @ 8:42 PM EST

A3 Good relationships w/ parents grow from showing you care about kids & clear, timely communication about positives & negatives #EngageChat

principalsdixon Feb 5 @ 8:42 PM EST

We lead when we model,which includes communicating with parentsParents are the consumer, they buy into our product when informed #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:42 PM EST

@ShanaVWhite Amen! #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:42 PM EST

@mtartaro are you suggesting we eat our ears? #EngageChat

ClassieGoodall Feb 5 @ 8:42 PM EST

Zionist Infanticide Regime: https://t.co/gvnNt4ZeZr https://t.co/x8hYXn7QdZ #WizSixers #BCC8 #19in99 #engagechat #NewTacoBellSauces

WayneCamo Feb 5 @ 8:42 PM EST

A3: Stand by your word and commitment given to parents,engage and consult with parents. Show empathy with parents and guardians. #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:42 PM EST

@AMitchell828 I do Spanish language F2F with Ps if needed. Gym conferences. I don't email home very much. Senior Ss. #engagechat

EvonneWaugh Feb 5 @ 8:42 PM EST

Prioritize Ss, listen = demonstrate Culture of Caring. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:43 PM EST

@Mr_Lucena Body language is so important! #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:43 PM EST

BAM! #EngageChat https://t.co/2lBnc8DWWq

WayneCamo Feb 5 @ 8:42 PM EST

A3: Stand by your word and commitment given to parents,engage and consult with parents. Show empathy with parents and guardians. #EngageChat

Amy_MacCrindle Feb 5 @ 8:43 PM EST

A3: proactive, being honest, listening, responding, developing a plan, focused on the child #EngageChat https://t.co/yRbp8xSJnJ

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q3: What are the leadership practices that foster effective communication with parents? #EngageChat

ChicagoK Feb 5 @ 8:43 PM EST

@DavisWelcome A3: Being genuine. Listen more and talk less. #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:43 PM EST

@mtartaro That's a neat idea! Would love to know how it goes! #engagechat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:43 PM EST

@MrsBradshawSDT @JeannieSung Wow. Where is this? That's a lot! #engagechat

PLloydHenry Feb 5 @ 8:43 PM EST

A3: Value for parent partnerships, commitment to parent engagement & shared solutions #EngageChat

The_Picklet Feb 5 @ 8:43 PM EST

A3a) Leaders in all areas being visible & approachable in their manner and gestures? #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:43 PM EST

@Mr_Lucena Very nice, my friend! #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:43 PM EST

On behalf of the rest of us parents everywhere, I apologize. #engagechat https://t.co/H8PQ03oybM

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:30 PM EST

Recently had a situation where P told me that teaching was my job and I should not be wasting her time telling her about it #EngageChat

mtartaro Feb 5 @ 8:43 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie not exactly... #engagechat

Kharima4 Feb 5 @ 8:44 PM EST

A3 Effective and consistent communication from leadership and constructive criticism. Seeing a model of what is expected. #EngageChat

MathFlashcards Feb 5 @ 8:44 PM EST

Eric Davis on Twitter https://t.co/4YZhTwUSWJ #engagechat https://t.co/AMUZs8CPcq

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:44 PM EST

@Amy_MacCrindle Yessss! #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:44 PM EST

@ChicagoK You got it! #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:44 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie Se burlan de mí, Carl? jiji #EngageChat

WaltKozlowski Feb 5 @ 8:45 PM EST

A3: Don't wait - initiate! #EngageChat

GearheartRex Feb 5 @ 8:45 PM EST

#Engagechat Indeed! The best advertisement is word of mouth! Our customers are students and parents! https://t.co/6cq648Yb2Q

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST
HUGE for Growth! #EngageChat https://t.co/PsfeeXT0lh
- JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:40 PM EST
  
  @RoweRikW Yes! most convincing message to Ps is happy kids coming home who feels cared for by Ts n school #EngageChat

Sharieloveslife Feb 5 @ 8:45 PM EST

U do whatever it takes- awesome! Needs of each parent r different, takes effort to learn. #EngageChat https://t.co/NmgUvii8Hc

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:42 PM EST

@AMitchell828 I do Spanish language F2F with Ps if needed. Gym conferences. I don't email home very much. Senior Ss. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:45 PM EST

@AlisonOWalton Very important! #EngageChat

mtartaro Feb 5 @ 8:45 PM EST

@teresagross625 Working on a couple teachers to hope on board. #engagechat

Vruno Feb 5 @ 8:45 PM EST

A3: It's trickle down and trickle up. You have to start with the students. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:45 PM EST

@arturo_calisto Humility is crucial! #EngageChat

Andrea4early_ed Feb 5 @ 8:45 PM EST

again. building those relationships! #EngageChat https://t.co/aK2NlV7Vf2

JKatzaman Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST

A3 Don't wait until communication becomes imperative. From the start, open a channel w/ engaging, personal, meaningful contact. #engagechat

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:45 PM EST

@ChicagoK @DavisWelcome Yes! That’s why we have two ears n one mouth :P #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:45 PM EST

@mtartaro Keep me updated! #engagechat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:46 PM EST

@JeremyDBond Next time I contacted her she complained to the Deputy Principal #EngageChat Learnt that lesson

hoffmannsofial Feb 5 @ 8:46 PM EST

Tax Money and Its Unknown Destiny: https://t.co/sfweCop2Yb https://t.co/QFdqlhudkA #UFCVegas #SexyWesley #PureMagic #engagechat #PrydzMix

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

@Vruno Yes! #EngageChat

mtartaro Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

@teresagross625 I have to get a couple teachers on board! #engagechat

ShanaVWhite Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

A3: Great leaders have consistent communication that is sincere and clear. Those traits signify to Ps, Ss, and Ts they care #EngageChat

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

@WaltKozlowski #engagechat So true, build the relationship from day one. Don't wait until a problem occurs before you make the first contact

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie Wow. Were you DisGruntledChalkie that day? I am sure my Ps thought that at times but would never have said it! #EngageChat

GearheartRex Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

#Engagechat Wow! That is impressive, but possible! Feels great after you do that, & builds community! https://t.co/vqQSKIguWl

MsMarshallCMS Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST
My strategy for making 10 positive phone calls/day in less than 10 min. https://t.co/tR085AIiur #EngageChat https://t.co/rTOJJKtKpt
- RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST
  
  A3 - We lead when we bring our the best in our Learners every chance we get. We make #GoodCallsHome to share with Parents. #EngageChat

JKatzaman Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

A4 A good, easy-to-remember communication guideline is #KeepThemEngaged. That works well in all circumstances. #engagechat

AlisonOWalton Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

#EngageChat Flying off to Seattle-- looking forward to reading your tweets later!

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

@lesliefarooq If they tease you poke their eyes out #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

BAM! #EngageChat https://t.co/3gaiX7Pv5O

ShanaVWhite Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

A3: Great leaders have consistent communication that is sincere and clear. Those traits signify to Ps, Ss, and Ts they care #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

Last Question coming up .... #EngageChat

Andrea4early_ed Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

A3. Inviting families in: classroom/assignments/office/phone/email. Leading them to connect with you. #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:48 PM EST

@RebeccaGodwin52 @DavisWelcome thx. I brought it up bc I've seen vast differences w different Ts from year to year. Why is that? #engagechat

MathFlashcards Feb 5 @ 8:48 PM EST

Wayne Campbell on Twitter https://t.co/4TJHNFOEIs #EngageChat https://t.co/7RurcczMfZ

MathFlashcards Feb 5 @ 8:48 PM EST

Eric Davis on Twitter https://t.co/4YZhTwUSWJ #engagechat https://t.co/d0htSciUTM

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:48 PM EST

#engagechat https://t.co/hx7NvI1e37

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

Last Question coming up .... #EngageChat

The_Picklet Feb 5 @ 8:48 PM EST

3b sometimes the P request is beyond T scope. Eg change classes. An effective leader, takes over this and responds accordingly #EngageChat

GearheartRex Feb 5 @ 8:48 PM EST

#EngageChat Most of our most challenged families read body language far better than teachers and administrators. https://t.co/5Si8s2K79m

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:43 PM EST

@Mr_Lucena Body language is so important! #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:48 PM EST

@lesliefarooq I would describe it as a low point. It was a case that if S did not do a piece of work he was about to fail. #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:49 PM EST

Exactly! Learn how to Connect with people by @JohnCMaxwell #EngageChat https://t.co/MlWk5dRbJC

GearheartRex Feb 5 @ 8:48 PM EST
#EngageChat Most of our most challenged families read body language far better than teachers and administrators. https://t.co/5Si8s2K79m
- DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:43 PM EST
  
  @Mr_Lucena Body language is so important! #EngageChat

PLloydHenry Feb 5 @ 8:49 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie @JeremyDBond I'm still laughing - imagining the events in her life that led her to that frame of mind #EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:49 PM EST

@JeremyDBond @DavisWelcome I wish I knew! I think it's often lower on admin priority list than curric/scores... less consistency #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:49 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie eh, you can't please everyone. Still, there's probably something underneath that, like a bad school experience. #engagechat

areveroberle Feb 5 @ 8:49 PM EST

A3: Perspective is important to keep in mind too. Many Ss and families dealing w/ much more "real world" than I would ever want. #engagechat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:49 PM EST

@MsMarshallCMS @JeremyDBond Ps view point was that she paid good money for child's education and thus absolved her part #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:50 PM EST

LQ: How does effective communication build trust with families? #EngageChat

Andrea4early_ed Feb 5 @ 8:50 PM EST

Thanks for sharing @MsMarshallCMS! #EngageChat https://t.co/ik82Eb4q3L

MsMarshallCMS Feb 5 @ 8:41 PM EST
My strategy for making 10 positive phone calls/day in less than 10 min. https://t.co/tR085AIiur #EngageChat https://t.co/rTOJJKtKpt
- RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:38 PM EST
  
  A3 - We lead when we bring our the best in our Learners every chance we get. We make #GoodCallsHome to share with Parents. #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:50 PM EST

@Kharima4 We had a long history and I don't think she was a happy person #EngageChat

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:51 PM EST

@GearheartRex This is so important! Prob body lang will impact what they hear next, regardless of context #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:51 PM EST

LA: They feel like they are part of the process - team effort focused on what is best for the child #EngageChat https://t.co/bD5eYVwGl4

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:50 PM EST

LQ: How does effective communication build trust with families? #EngageChat

Successfulinc Feb 5 @ 8:51 PM EST

LA:It empowers families to be true advocates and partners with educators to boost student success. #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:51 PM EST

LQ #engagechat https://t.co/b11JzDGrWV

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:50 PM EST

LQ: How does effective communication build trust with families? #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

@int_educator Yesss! #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

A4 (LQ) - Being transparent, genuine and timely with our Learners and their Parents builds trust and effective communication. #EngageChat

MrsBradshawSDT Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

LA: It's 1 of the most important aspects in building a strong P/T relationship. Ps know the Ts goals & intention and vice eras. #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

LA: It goes right back to transparency. If you are always willing to openly share details, nothing to hide. This builds trust. #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

@Successfulinc Absolutely! #EngageChat

principalsdixon Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

Most parents want to know what is going on in their children's world. Communicate with them and trust will follow. #EngageChat

Vruno Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

#A3a: The students are the most important - give them more opportunities for leadership. They can help facilitate some comms. #EngageChat

Sharieloveslife Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

LQ #engagechat they come to you honestly & openly with the good-the bad- they trust you & ideally so do their children

GearheartRex Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

#EngageChat Fosters belief among families that we aren't trying to hide anything from them. I hear 'swept under the rug' more than I'd like

NNguyencarmenjj Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

I genuinely believe that it is only you youth… #engagechat #AskFlamingeos #TWDatSI #dailyshowNH #NXTLakeland https://t.co/2hoPtUPxgf

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

HUGE! #EngageChat https://t.co/rBhWAKQen1

principalsdixon Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

Most parents want to know what is going on in their children's world. Communicate with them and trust will follow. #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

Builds trust! Yes! #EngageChat https://t.co/TvJpLw7LEd

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

A4 (LQ) - Being transparent, genuine and timely with our Learners and their Parents builds trust and effective communication. #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie @MsMarshallCMS the ol' education-is-only-in-school. #engagechat

AMitchell828 Feb 5 @ 8:53 PM EST

#engagechat Parents see that we have Ss needs at the heart of all decisions and we need their input to make these decisions.

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:53 PM EST

Helps families know the teacher shares a common goal, they want to work together, they CARE #engagechat https://t.co/j4YkUd14KM

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:50 PM EST

LQ: How does effective communication build trust with families? #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:53 PM EST

@MrsBradshawSDT So true!!! #EngageChat

PrestonMcKellar Feb 5 @ 8:53 PM EST

A2) they see how you operate and eventually form a rapport/trust - then at graduation you have fond memories of the journey :-) #engagechat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:53 PM EST

Yes! Students need to be involved! #EngageChat https://t.co/jjU3lMBHyj

Vruno Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

#A3a: The students are the most important - give them more opportunities for leadership. They can help facilitate some comms. #EngageChat

JKatzaman Feb 5 @ 8:53 PM EST

A4 Effective communication establishes common ground with everyone in the loop. Parents, teachers, students all feel valued. #engagechat

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:53 PM EST

LA: trust happens over time n experience, so in the end you reap what you sow, time to reflect :) #EngageChat https://t.co/M0MNwi85O3

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:50 PM EST

LQ: How does effective communication build trust with families? #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:53 PM EST

@lesliefarooq Excellent!!! #EngageChat

teresagross625 Feb 5 @ 8:54 PM EST

Thanks for a great chat everyone! Have a fabulous weekend! (GO CAROLINA!) #engagechat https://t.co/LzhyqDMkFG

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:54 PM EST

@RebeccaGodwin52 if there are expectations, I expect I've seen both above and below. #engagechat

MsMarshallCMS Feb 5 @ 8:54 PM EST

ALWAYS be mindful of this and don't assume. Too often I feel Ts are more defensive than empathetic #EngageChat https://t.co/Uu9BvvE0SE

areveroberle Feb 5 @ 8:49 PM EST

A3: Perspective is important to keep in mind too. Many Ss and families dealing w/ much more "real world" than I would ever want. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:54 PM EST

@RebeccaGodwin52 Fabulous!!! #EngageChat

Amy_MacCrindle Feb 5 @ 8:54 PM EST

LQ: being open and focused on child's best interest establishes the foundation for trust #engagechat https://t.co/MT7amBDC91

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:50 PM EST

LQ: How does effective communication build trust with families? #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:54 PM EST

A4 - Love it when Parents say "I was waiting for your call based on what I've been hearing about your Learning." #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:54 PM EST

@JeannieSung Amen!! #EngageChat

GearheartRex Feb 5 @ 8:54 PM EST

@JeannieSung #EngageChat Sure will! Easy to kill a conversation or hurt a relationship with just our posture, facial cues or tone of voice.

robert_rustin Feb 5 @ 8:54 PM EST

on correct understanding, deep insight… https://t.co/HTp5d4jgmb #ImageAwards #BCC8 #engagechat #19in99 #DuelInTheD https://t.co/dZ20FXs9VZ

WaltKozlowski Feb 5 @ 8:54 PM EST

LA: Breaks down barriers. Shares our story. Builds home/school team. #EngageChat

GruntledChalkie Feb 5 @ 8:55 PM EST

@MsMarshallCMS @PLloydHenry @JeremyDBond I'll take the overwhelmed bit. I think this was a "I can't cope with my son" response #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:55 PM EST

@JeannieSung Relationships take time - don’t happen overnight! #EngageChat https://t.co/4lBCdwDOnW

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:53 PM EST
LA: trust happens over time n experience, so in the end you reap what you sow, time to reflect :) #EngageChat https://t.co/M0MNwi85O3
- DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:50 PM EST
  
  LQ: How does effective communication build trust with families? #EngageChat

Kharima4 Feb 5 @ 8:55 PM EST

A4Consistency is the key.Ps want to know what is going on at s so they can be involved. Who only wants to get only bad reports? #EngageChat

Andrea4early_ed Feb 5 @ 8:55 PM EST

@GruntledChalkie @MsMarshallCMS Ps are Ss 1st teachers; child learns that Ts and Ps don't work together for successful Ss. #EngageChat

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:55 PM EST

@DavisWelcome Conversely, is there anything happening in the classroom we wouldn't want Ps to know? If yes, that's a red flag. #EngageChat

A82Audrey Feb 5 @ 8:55 PM EST

Zionist Infanticide Regime: https://t.co/aS3Bv0S7Pn #JcsNewVideo #FridayNight #ImageAwards #engagechat #PITvsTBL https://t.co/CqY55zzH3V

mtartaro Feb 5 @ 8:55 PM EST

@teresagross625 See you next time! #engagechat

Vruno Feb 5 @ 8:55 PM EST

A3c: Let students periscope/livestream their classes. Parents can watch. #engagechat

gpescatore25 Feb 5 @ 8:55 PM EST

@DavisWelcome Much like staying in touch w friends & fam- it's a window into the day/life of... It can start bigger convos #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:55 PM EST

@lesliefarooq Powerful! #EngageChat

MathFlashcards Feb 5 @ 8:56 PM EST

Eric Davis on Twitter https://t.co/4YZhTwUSWJ #engagechat https://t.co/mGTqtCUno6

AvierXx Feb 5 @ 8:56 PM EST

About the Evil Nature of Daesh: https://t.co/pemfEcQjS4 #engagechat #CNNMightCallBreakingNews #NXTLakeland #TWDatSI https://t.co/ZG0uYsBmbk

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:56 PM EST

@int_educator Absolutely! It’s an ongoing journey, your legacy :) #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:56 PM EST

Make weekly #GoodCallsHome and build those relationships! #EngageChat https://t.co/1hcSdhbbRy

Kharima4 Feb 5 @ 8:55 PM EST

A4Consistency is the key.Ps want to know what is going on at s so they can be involved. Who only wants to get only bad reports? #EngageChat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:56 PM EST

@gpescatore25 You got it! #EngageChat

Successfulinc Feb 5 @ 8:56 PM EST

Keep the relationship and communication going strong with families through On Demand Family Engagement. https://t.co/eQ2yzZ0L1q #EngageChat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:56 PM EST

A3) #Leadership trait for education and pretty much everywhere else. #engagechat https://t.co/zls6YQwcQL

ShanaVWhite Feb 5 @ 8:47 PM EST

A3: Great leaders have consistent communication that is sincere and clear. Those traits signify to Ps, Ss, and Ts they care #EngageChat

MsMarshallCMS Feb 5 @ 8:56 PM EST

#engagechat if you use newsletters to communicate with families would you leave an example on this padlet? https://t.co/3lLFL0jPk2

MsMarshallCMS Feb 5 @ 8:56 PM EST

#engagechat if you use newsletters to communicate with families would you leave an example on this padlet? https://t.co/7YY1cakU1W

LesliLaughter Feb 5 @ 8:56 PM EST

Great answer. Also ensures decisions include different perspectives. Often creates better decisions. #EngageChat https://t.co/ayaV6CS3jF

arinabokas Jan 29 @ 8:41 PM EST

#EngageChat A3 One way a leader can show appreciation is by inviting staff members into a decision making. What do you think we should do?

gpescatore25 Feb 5 @ 8:56 PM EST

@GearheartRex @DavisWelcome @Mr_Lucena Not sure necessarily better--but it's power is underestimated by many. #EngageChat

areveroberle Feb 5 @ 8:57 PM EST

LA: Try to share daily happening to facilitate "so what happened at school today" convo.Transparent classroom blds relationship. #engagechat

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:57 PM EST

@JKatzaman I like that. Can that be credited to someone in particular ... or just you? ;) #engagechat

GearheartRex Feb 5 @ 8:57 PM EST

@Vruno #EngageChat Now that is courageous! And empowering! Why not?!

gpescatore25 Feb 5 @ 8:57 PM EST

@int_educator @DavisWelcome They "feel" like part of the process when they are part of the process. #EngageChat

mtartaro Feb 5 @ 8:58 PM EST

@Vruno I have had teachers @SkypeBusiness during lessons to see the way the classroom works! #engagechat

JeannieSung Feb 5 @ 8:58 PM EST

Thanks @DavisWelcome for another great PLN session! Happy Lunar New Year! :) #EngageChat

Successfulinc Feb 5 @ 8:58 PM EST

Don't miss @DavisWelcome live and in person at the 2016 National Family Engagement Summit next month in Richmond, VA. #EngageChat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:58 PM EST

@DavisWelcome @teresagross625 Thank you and your #EngageChat Crew for welcoming me tonight! Stimulating Conversation.

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:58 PM EST

https://t.co/BVHDHxVWa9 #EngageChat https://t.co/1pvFDehEzM

Mr_Lucena Feb 5 @ 8:58 PM EST

LA: Transparency-transparency-transparency #EngageChat https://t.co/bHQ0DIW4z0

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:50 PM EST

LQ: How does effective communication build trust with families? #EngageChat

The_Picklet Feb 5 @ 8:58 PM EST

LA it's amazing and a gift that parents trust us to care for their most precious children.It should take time. It's a privilege #EngageChat

int_educator Feb 5 @ 8:59 PM EST

Thanks @DavisWelcome for a great chat! #EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:59 PM EST

Absolutely love this. What a great reminder! #EngageChat https://t.co/40eRGJUsNu

The_Picklet Feb 5 @ 8:58 PM EST

LA it's amazing and a gift that parents trust us to care for their most precious children.It should take time. It's a privilege #EngageChat

GearheartRex Feb 5 @ 8:59 PM EST

#EngageChat Thanks guys! Been missing you!

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:59 PM EST

@GearheartRex @Vruno We would run into issues with who the audience is. Some Ps want complete privacy for their children. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:59 PM EST

@JeannieSung Thank you, my friend! Have a great weekend! #EngageChat

gpescatore25 Feb 5 @ 8:59 PM EST

So important! Be honest. Treat w respect. Be forthcoming w info (before it's too late). #EngageChat https://t.co/CiHOE0okgO

lesliefarooq Feb 5 @ 8:52 PM EST

LA: It goes right back to transparency. If you are always willing to openly share details, nothing to hide. This builds trust. #EngageChat

JKatzaman Feb 5 @ 8:59 PM EST

@JeremyDBond Can't take credit for that. It's the mantra of @HeadHR_Deepak who's big in HR in India. #engagechat

RoweRikW Feb 5 @ 8:59 PM EST

Appreciative to communicate with you in #EngageChat tonight! https://t.co/Cv7dmqRpXk

Kharima4 Feb 5 @ 8:58 PM EST

@RoweRikW I agree. Especially for those students who would normally get those not so good calls home. Builds their confidence.

JeremyDBond Feb 5 @ 8:59 PM EST

@mtartaro yes!! Best of luck! I've been wishing for that. Which tells me I should probably just start one as a parent. #engagechat

DavisWelcome Feb 5 @ 8:59 PM EST

@int_educator Thanks for joining us, my friend! Have a great weekend! #EngageChat

RebeccaGodwin52 Feb 5 @ 8:59 PM EST

#EngageChat Thank you, everyone!! Hope to learn with you all again in the near future!