#mdeschat Archive
A weekly chat focusing primarily on educational issues relevant to Elementary School educators based in Maryland.
Thursday January 26, 2017
8:00 PM EST
participatechat
Jan 26 @ 8:00 PM EST
Participate in the upcoming
#mdeschat
by sharing resources and collaborating at
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:01 PM EST
Glad you could join us tonight! Take a moment to introduce yourself and tell us about yourself.
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principal64
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:02 PM EST
Chris, elementary principal in Glen Burnie, MD, I love my job!
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learnwholeheart
Jan 26 @ 8:02 PM EST
Hi- Bonita a 4th grade teacher at
@TylerHeights
- will be popping in and out this evening!
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In reply to @TylerHeights
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hey Chris! I can relate. Welcome!
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In reply to @principal64
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:03 PM EST
Hey Bonita! Glad you could join us.
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In reply to @learnwholeheart, @TylerHeights
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Jan 26 @ 8:05 PM EST
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DeniseFaidley
Jan 26 @ 8:06 PM EST
Evening, Denise AP in Glen Burnie
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:06 PM EST
One of my K Ss today proclaimed his love for hot coffee. Said he was sleepy and afterwards wasn't sleepy any more. Amusing!
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:06 PM EST
Hey Denise! Welcome back to
#mdeschat
.
In reply to @DeniseFaidley
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:07 PM EST
Q1 is 1 minute away.
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:08 PM EST
Q1
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GSPlayDay
Jan 26 @ 8:08 PM EST
Have an awesome chat
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:08 PM EST
A1a- The driving force behind what we do. Love the work. Couldn't see myself as happy doing anything else.
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learnwholeheart
Jan 26 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1a. Passion is LOVING what you do! Feeling like you have purpose.
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:08 PM EST
Q1
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:09 PM EST
A1b- Passionate teaching leads to enthusiastic learners and dynamic learning.
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learnwholeheart
Jan 26 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1b- teaching is HARD. If you don't truly love it... you're going to lose steam or motivation to do it well & its 2 imp
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:08 PM EST
Q1
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:11 PM EST
Definitely! When you know your purpose, your passion grows and you can develop and excel.
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In reply to @learnwholeheart
principal64
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:11 PM EST
A1a. Passion is what fuels us to be better, it's innate, but can be fueled, A1b., essential for teaching because teaching is hard
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DeniseFaidley
Jan 26 @ 8:12 PM EST
A1a. Passion is a strong belief & ignites others đĽA1b. Passion is vital to tchng resulting in engagement, relevance & urgency
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:13 PM EST
Yes! Easy to get overwhelmed. The passion for teaching helps overcome the more challenging experiences.
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In reply to @learnwholeheart
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:14 PM EST
Yes! Love the expression, "fuels us to be better."
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In reply to @principal64
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:15 PM EST
Q2 is fast approaching. ETA- 1 minute.
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AssignmentHelpN
Jan 26 @ 8:15 PM EST
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Jan 26 @ 8:15 PM EST
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:15 PM EST
Quoting a hymn, "It only takes a spark to get a fire going..." Passion can ignite awesome collaboration & learning.
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In reply to @DeniseFaidley
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:16 PM EST
Q2
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LWholley
Jan 26 @ 8:16 PM EST
A1 passionate teaching = being totally committed & enthusiastic about learning & what you teach
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:08 PM EST
Q1
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:17 PM EST
@LWholley
Hi Loretta! Welcome to
#mdeschat
. Glad you could join us tonight.
In reply to @LWholley
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:17 PM EST
"Committed and enthusiastic"- powerful words!
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In reply to @LWholley
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:18 PM EST
Where enthusiasm for learning becomes contagious...
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DeniseFaidley
Jan 26 @ 8:17 PM EST
so true! It can fuel and motivate not only yourself but othets!
In reply to @jazzmeister2013
LWholley
Jan 26 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2 - my daughters, my faith, equality, the earth đ
#passions
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:16 PM EST
Q2
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principal64
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:18 PM EST
A2. Family, reading, writing, fitness, my motorcycle
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mrterborg
Jan 26 @ 8:19 PM EST
#edchat
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#txeduchat
#mIched
#edtechchat
#edtechafterdark
UMichiganAI
Jan 26 @ 8:10 PM EST
"[Data] doesn't solve every problem, but it does have an important contribution to make." -
@TimMcKayUM
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In reply to @TimMcKayUM
DeniseFaidley
Jan 26 @ 8:19 PM EST
A2. Growing professionally, cats/kittens, reading and reality TV đ
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LWholley
Jan 26 @ 8:19 PM EST
Thanks for including me
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In reply to @jazzmeister2013
FLRichter
Jan 26 @ 8:19 PM EST
Hi
#MDESchat
Im a school counselor wanting to send a message to DC-make education a priority-join me
@March4Edu
Lets Stand together 4 better
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:20 PM EST
A2- Family, faith, friends, travel, personal and professional growth.
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FLRichter
Jan 26 @ 8:21 PM EST
A2 trying to make the world better; photography; connecting with others
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:21 PM EST
Continuing to pursue 10,000+ steps daily. Fitness is so important!
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In reply to @principal64
FLRichter
Jan 26 @ 8:22 PM EST
A2 FAMILY; trying to make the world better for my children; photography; connecting with others
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:22 PM EST
@FLRichter
Welcome to
#mdeschat
, Sean! Glad you could join us.
In reply to @FLRichter
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:23 PM EST
Q3 is live in 1 minute.
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:24 PM EST
Q3
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:24 PM EST
I had a cat for 15 years. She was a wonderful pet.
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In reply to @DeniseFaidley
FLRichter
Jan 26 @ 8:24 PM EST
TY, I am briefly stopping by, Im trying to start an Edu movement so Public Ed changes to be What WE want it to be join
@March4Edu
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In reply to @jazzmeister2013, @March4Edu
principal64
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3. Be yourself, talk about what makes you tick, praise them daily, tell them how smart they are
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LWholley
Jan 26 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3 I know my students What they are passionate about I know my content in order to share 'the what', so I can help with 'the how'
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:24 PM EST
Q3
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:26 PM EST
The power of intention!
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principal64
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:26 PM EST
A3. Be yourself, talk about what makes you tick, praise them daily, tell them how smart they are
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missreed
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:27 PM EST
A3: Let them know that their voice is valuable. That when they speak they are teaching others too!
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:24 PM EST
Q3
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:27 PM EST
Authentic connectivity. Allows you to support your Ss in an even more genuine and relevant way.
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In reply to @LWholley
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:28 PM EST
@missreed
is in the house! Glad you could join us, Rian!
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In reply to @missreed
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:28 PM EST
Empowering voice!
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missreed
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:27 PM EST
A3: Let them know that their voice is valuable. That when they speak they are teaching others too!
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:24 PM EST
Q3
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DeniseFaidley
Jan 26 @ 8:29 PM EST
A3. Showing enthusiasm, interest, putting forth positive energy & effort, openness to grow and having pride in all you do
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:30 PM EST
Yes! Important to know your content. Can't equip your Ss if you don't know the content.
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In reply to @LWholley
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:31 PM EST
Q4 is at the door in 1 minute.
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giveawayskoot
Jan 26 @ 8:31 PM EST
A3. Showing enthusiasm, interest, putting forth positive energy & effort, openness to grow and having pride in all you do
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:32 PM EST
Q4
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LWholley
Jan 26 @ 8:32 PM EST
They go hand in hand. But you don't have to know everything!
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In reply to @jazzmeister2013
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:33 PM EST
True, Loretta! The learning process isn't just singular, but collective. Ss and Ts learning and growing together.
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In reply to @LWholley
principal64
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:34 PM EST
A4. Hopefully by words AND deeds
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missreed
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:34 PM EST
A4: Celebrate their accomplishments. Support them in their risk taking for sure! Say, "I am glad that your on our team."
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:32 PM EST
Q4
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DeniseFaidley
Jan 26 @ 8:35 PM EST
A4. Be supportive, encouraging, enthusiastic & the spark that drives others to reach their potential... display my drive/ambition
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:36 PM EST
Truth! Words and deeds must connect. Saying one thing but doing something different hurts trust, rapport, growth.
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In reply to @principal64
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:37 PM EST
A3- Engaging Ss from the moment they come to the classroom door. Tone setting, enthusiastic approach to the lesson.
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LWholley
Jan 26 @ 8:38 PM EST
A4 invite staff into your classroom, share your resources, show them
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:32 PM EST
Q4
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:38 PM EST
Engage, empower, equip. Awesome!
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DeniseFaidley
Jan 26 @ 8:35 PM EST
A4. Be supportive, encouraging, enthusiastic & the spark that drives others to reach their potential... display my drive/ambition
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:39 PM EST
Taking the fast lane to Q5. Arriving in 1 minute.
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missreed
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:39 PM EST
Truly! I love learning tips from others!
#MDESchat
......Iron sharpens Iron!
LWholley
Jan 26 @ 8:38 PM EST
A4 invite staff into your classroom, share your resources, show them
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:32 PM EST
Q4
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:39 PM EST
A4- Connecting w/ teammates. Checking in. Being a listening ear, and encouraging voice. Be willing to learn and grow.
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5
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EduGladiators
Jan 26 @ 8:40 PM EST
đŠđťâđť Don't miss our last chat of Rethinking Discipline series w/
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:40 PM EST
Yes indeed! Always room to grow.
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In reply to @missreed
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:40 PM EST
Sharing is caring!
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In reply to @LWholley
principal64
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5. Help them make connections between their talents & passions and then connect it to how they can make a difference in the world
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LWholley
Jan 26 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5 By not putting restrictions on what their passion is.
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:42 PM EST
Promoting creativity and citizenship!
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principal64
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5. Help them make connections between their talents & passions and then connect it to how they can make a difference in the world
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DeniseFaidley
Jan 26 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5. Praise, encouragement, value Ss perspectives and allow choice. Foster collaboration, inquiry and make instruction S centered
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:43 PM EST
No limits, no boundaries to what they can learn and accomplish! Activating growth mindset.
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LWholley
Jan 26 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5 By not putting restrictions on what their passion is.
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5
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missreed
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:44 PM EST
A5: Expose them to different career fields through books, multimedia and guest speakers for example.
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:46 PM EST
Developing Genius Hour w/ my K Ss as a part of personalized PD this year. Ss-centered inquiry and production.
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In reply to @DeniseFaidley
missreed
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:47 PM EST
ESSENTIAL!!! My cousin is an artist today because my aunt did not stop her from drawing on the walls as a child
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LWholley
Jan 26 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5 By not putting restrictions on what their passion is.
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:47 PM EST
Q6 in 1 minute.
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:47 PM EST
Opening doors daily!
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In reply to @missreed
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:47 PM EST
Powerful!!
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missreed
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:47 PM EST
ESSENTIAL!!! My cousin is an artist today because my aunt did not stop her from drawing on the walls as a child
#MDESchat
LWholley
Jan 26 @ 8:42 PM EST
A5 By not putting restrictions on what their passion is.
#MDESchat
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:40 PM EST
Q5
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:48 PM EST
Q6
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:48 PM EST
It hasn't started yet, but it is coming very soon. Made it a part of personalized PD to push myself for my Ss.
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In reply to @DeniseFaidley
principal64
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:50 PM EST
A6. Roadblocks to passion- negative thinking, endurance, lack of sleep, life, all can be overcome with a little effort
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:50 PM EST
True! When the passion is real, no roadblock is too big to overcome.
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In reply to @principal64
DeniseFaidley
Jan 26 @ 8:51 PM EST
A6. Getting caught up in negativity & mediocrity. If you don't have passion for your work, then you just have stress.
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missreed
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:51 PM EST
Sleep! Is this why I take a nap every day??
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principal64
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:50 PM EST
A6. Roadblocks to passion- negative thinking, endurance, lack of sleep, life, all can be overcome with a little effort
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:52 PM EST
A6- Stretching yourself too thin, negative mindset, becoming complacent.
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LWholley
Jan 26 @ 8:52 PM EST
A6 Time, demands of the role, compliance, testing - they are road bumps not roadblocks (or we need to find clever detours)
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:48 PM EST
Q6
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missreed
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:52 PM EST
A6: The work is never done, yet we have to stay focused that we are making an impact.
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:53 PM EST
Exactly! Managing vs. leading. Growth vs. status quo. Settling vs. pushing ahead.
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In reply to @DeniseFaidley
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:54 PM EST
Q7- PLEDGE time is 1 minute away.
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:54 PM EST
I love a good nap! Though I haven't mastered the art of the 15-minute nap. Mine are typically 1-2 hours, lol.
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In reply to @missreed
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:54 PM EST
Yes!
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DeniseFaidley
Jan 26 @ 8:54 PM EST
complacency is overlooked but so prevalent! Easy trap to fall into.
In reply to @jazzmeister2013
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:55 PM EST
Q7 PLEDGE
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missreed
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:57 PM EST
A7: Ask my students what they think their road bumps are to living out their passions.
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LWholley
Jan 26 @ 8:57 PM EST
I will use opening assembly as an opportunity to inspire passion in my students & my staff & try my best to remove the barriers
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jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:55 PM EST
Q7 PLEDGE
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principal64
- Moderator
Jan 26 @ 8:58 PM EST
Thanks to
@jazzmeister2013
for leading a passionate discussion tonight!
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In reply to @jazzmeister2013
jazzmeister2013
Jan 26 @ 8:58 PM EST
Acknowledging the big rocks to make a plan to climb them!
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In reply to @missreed
