#APChat Archive

Professional development expert Jared Wastler, hosts a Twitter conversation at 8:00 p.m. (ET) using #APChat.

Sunday June 18, 2017
8:00 PM EDT

jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #APChat. Please take a moment to introduce yourself.
Larry_720 Jun 18 @ 8:00 PM EDT

#APchat
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:02 PM EDT

Jared Wastler, HS Principal, @NASSP PD Faculty, and moderator for #APChat
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Tonight we are discussing Design Thinking in relation to collaborative school improvement. This resource may help. #APChat
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David_Jeffreys_ Jun 18 @ 8:05 PM EDT

David Jeffreys AP in Morth Carolina #apchat
In reply to @jcwastler
LadyWestmo Jun 18 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Danielle from Missouri aspiring AP. First time in #apchat
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:06 PM EDT

Welcome, David #APChat
In reply to @David_Jeffreys_
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Q1: The center of design thinking is empathy. How would engaging stakeholders through empathy impact your role as a leader? #APChat
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:07 PM EDT

Welcome, Danielle. Glad to have you with us. #APChat
In reply to @LadyWestmo
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jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

A1: Imperative that we not only get stakeholder voice, but that we VALUE it. #APChat
Larry_720 Jun 18 @ 8:08 PM EDT

Larry Irvin, Principal, Denver, CO. First time in #APchat.
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:09 PM EDT

Sometimes the best way to learn is to ask questions you think you can answer. Often, the answers are different and we grow. #APChat
David_Jeffreys_ Jun 18 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A1: I think our leadership is based on our ability to understand people's needs physically, socially and emotionally #apchat
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:16 PM EDT

We build investment when we actually listen rather than just asking the questions. Empathy is critical in improvement. #APChat
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:17 PM EDT

Q2: How might your approach to defining school improvement needs be affected if fully informed by stakeholder needs? #APChat
Larry_720 Jun 18 @ 8:18 PM EDT

#APchat Agreed, David. I've been thinking about how school improvement processes may be different if started from a place of empathy.
Larry_720 Jun 18 @ 8:20 PM EDT

#APchat I think it is likely a critical shift on many schools to begin with stakeholder needs as opposed to just the data and initiatives.
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:21 PM EDT

A2: Often we try to "improve" based off assumptions and gut...need to really engage all to enact meaningful change #APChat
Larry_720 Jun 18 @ 8:22 PM EDT

#APchat Schools often begin improvement processes with a data dive and assessment of in-place initiatives.
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

Key is knowing which data to engage with...conversations with stakeholders help narrow the search #APChat
In reply to @Larry_720
David_Jeffreys_ Jun 18 @ 8:24 PM EDT

I agree we often try to improve and keep up with the school down the road. Different school brings different NEEDS #APChat
In reply to @jcwastler
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

Q3: The third phase is to ideate. How do you ensure that all stakeholders are engaged in this process? #APChat
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:27 PM EDT

A3: When developing a plan, you need to have diversity at the table. Teachers, staff, parents, students, community. #APChat
Larry_720 Jun 18 @ 8:28 PM EDT

#APchat Many potential benefits of engaging stakeholders with key data and improvement efforts, esp learning more about Ss & parents needs.
Larry_720 Jun 18 @ 8:32 PM EDT

#apchat Finding the intersection of Ss & parents needs w/ school-improvement needs, and ensuring everyone is aware of these, supports change
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:33 PM EDT

So very true. #APChat
In reply to @Larry_720
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:37 PM EDT

Q4: How do you set the stage for stakeholders to engage in developing a prototype or plan for addressing an identified challenge? #APChat
David_Jeffreys_ Jun 18 @ 8:40 PM EDT

It is very important that all stakeholders understand the challenge and the importance of mutual resolution that serves all #APChat
In reply to @jcwastler
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:40 PM EDT

A4: We need to model, but more important to facilitate conversation and dialogue. #APChat
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:47 PM EDT

Q5: How do you develop an expectation that adjustments to your plan may be necessary and support a growth mindset in others? #APChat
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:48 PM EDT

A5: Build in review processes as a part of your plan. Make it visible and necessary. #APChat
David_Jeffreys_ Jun 18 @ 8:52 PM EDT

leadership is partly based on my execution of others ideas. Mine aren't always best that is part of understanding my support team #APChat
In reply to @jcwastler
jcwastler - Moderator Jun 18 @ 8:58 PM EDT

Thanks for joining tonight and thanks to @larry_720 for leading. Be better every day in every way - our students deserve it. #APChat