Our chat will focus on the idea that we can lead and make positive change from any position in our school systems. Leadership is not about a title, it is a way of thinking and acting.
Hey #leadlapmass! Join @AmyEBright1 & I tomorrow night from 8:30-9:00pm for a chat about the greatness zone- sharing practical ways to support educator as learners in our schools! Sign up for a reminder at this link: https://t.co/N4lALWdmB5. We can't wait! #fpsleadlap#leadlap
Good morning #LeadLAP friends. Thanks for joining us this morning. We are honored to have two amazing educators @casas_jimmy and @Jeff_Zoul steering the ship today!
Good morning #LeadLAP friends. Thanks for joining us this morning. We are honored to have two amazing educators @casas_jimmy and @Jeff_Zoul steering the ship today!
Morning everyone, Ryan from IL, business and Tech teacher, celebrating the anniversary of funding for my graphic novel, My life as a Comic Book Reader was 5 years ago today! https://t.co/WXlg5Pie2g#leadlap
Please introduce yourself. Share your name, role in life, and location. Be sure to use #Leadlap in your tweets. Feel free to also use the #StopRightNow39 hashtag in your responses
Good morning...I'm a HS math teacher in greater St.Louis helping to lead out in transition to inquiry-based learning...eventually STEM integration. #leadlap
Good morning, #LeadLAP, Mark here, elementary principal in Hopkins, MN heading to the North Shore of Lake Superior today. It was great to see and hear @casas_jimmy yesterday at #mespamn Winter Institute. He's always inspirational.
Good morning, #LeadLAP crew! Anna here from San Diego! I teach English and have been dipping my toes into some leadership opportunities this year. Looking forward to learning with all of you! #StopRightNow39
Please introduce yourself. Share your name, role in life, and location. Be sure to use #Leadlap in your tweets. Feel free to also use the #StopRightNow39 hashtag in your responses
Good morning my #LeadLAP friends!! Waiting for son’s b-ball game to start and looking forward to some mobile learning with you!! Allyson Apsey, elem principal in MI and @dbc_inc author https://t.co/RJFmDZe8N5#SerendipityEDU
We'll be using the standard Q1/A1 format in today’s chat. Get ready for 30 minutes of engaged learning and great conversation w/ the #Leadlap PLN #StopRightNow39
Good morning, #LeadLAP!Doug from Missouri. Just finished a great #LeadUpChat about risk-taking and following that up with a chat centered around a book high on my “to read next” list.
Good morning #LeadLAP crew! Kim, principal from Wisconsin, joining in. You’d never guess the temp. was below zero today (not including windchill) with all the beautiful sunshine! 🌴☀️🌴
#LeadLAP first timer. Awesome Saturday morning learning opportunities! Celeste Estevez from CT, current library media specialist, aspiring ed leader #UCAPP20.
Please introduce yourself. Share your name, role in life, and location. Be sure to use #Leadlap in your tweets. Feel free to also use the #StopRightNow39 hashtag in your responses
Good morning! Carrie, MS AP in southeast Missouri! Actively looking for someone who has transitioned to standards based grading at secondary levels. #LeadLap
A1- I love this question!!! We've been talking about this recently- how about traditional spelling tests or timed multiplication tests- Learning needs deeper meaning #leadlap#stoprightnow39
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Good morning! Jen, elem principal checking in from MN...just coming off of a great 3 days of PD with #MESPAmn and excited to be chatting with everyone today. #Leadlap
A1: Need to stop labeling students. Yes, cliches will exist for years, but a "athelete" is no different than a "nerd". They want to learn and those who don't see the value of education, can still be lead to amazing things. Not, lost causes. #leadlap#stoprightnow
Hello #LeadLap - Angela from CA on a very dark and rainy morning...3rd Gr T + Tech Site Lead + AVID site coord + district T Induct Mentor
I believe this only my 2nd time here :)
A1: Need to stop labeling students. Yes, cliches will exist for years, but a "athelete" is no different than a "nerd". They want to learn and those who don't see the value of education, can still be lead to amazing things. Not, lost causes. #leadlap#stoprightnow
A1: Stop…
Trying to do it all by yourself.
Taking things personally.
Complaining about students & colleagues.
Second guessing yourself.
#LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A1 Stop with focusing on the curriculum first, we need to know our students and then worry about the content, stop assuming that Ss can't have more control in their learning #leadlap#stoprightnow
A1: As schools, we have a terrible habit of sticking to processes that make school less accessible to our students, rather than more accessible. If we want kids to be here, why make it more difficult for them? #LeadLAP
A1. We have to stop micro managing teachers. They are professionals. They deserve to be treated like professionals. It's time to elevate our profession and the conversations surrounding it. #LeadLap#stoprightnow39
A1 Stop with focusing on the curriculum first, we need to know our students and then worry about the content, stop assuming that Ss can't have more control in their learning #leadlap#stoprightnow
A1: We should stop being afraid to have fun! We don’t have to be so serious all the time. Laugh with our Ss and Ts - it makes our days much more fun! #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A1: Stop having students take notes (copying off a teacher's PowerPoint). Students should CREATE collaborative notes. Copying from the board is not a standard. #leadlap
A1: I want to stop the madness of asking unique humans to conform to an idea that everyone needs to get As in every subject to be considered successful. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
I think it’s time to stop 🛑 lowering our expectations for our Special Education students. When they are given their accommodations and the playing field is leveled, they are capable of just as much greatness as their peers!! #LeadLap#StopRightNow39
A1 Stop the "Crabs in the Bucket" thinking. Educators pulling each other down is a no-win! Celebrate unique strengths and contributions of co-workers. Build each other up! Mindset of abundance! #LeadLAP
A1: Canned curriculum. Maintaining status quo: We’ve ALWAYS done it this way. Silent classrooms. I don’t want to sound negative, but apparently there’s a little of things I’d like to stop. #leadlap
A1: Stop having students believe the office is a "scary" place they don't want to go to. I don't want them to think I'm evil. I want them to trust me! #LeadLAP#relationships
A1: Stop treating children as adults. I think too often when confronted with a discipline issue, we expect them to be rational and respond accordingly, but their brains are just not the same as an adult brain! #LeadLAP
A1: The stop that resonates the loudest with me is sifting and sorting. We actually grow the opportunity gap when we don’t provide access to challenge for ALL students. High-ceiling, low-floor access, scaffolding in time, responsiveness-that’s the art of teaching. #LeadLAP
A1:Changing for the sake of change and keeping the status quo because “that’s the way we always do it”. Revisiting purpose helps us choose wisely. #leadlap
I think it’s time to stop 🛑 lowering our expectations for our Special Education students. When they are given their accommodations and the playing field is leveled, they are capable of just as much greatness as their peers!! #LeadLap#StopRightNow39
A1: In education we need to stop thinking consequences are a solution to behaviour issues. We need to teach behaviour the same way we teach academics to those who struggle with learning #LeadLAP
A1: We should stop... grading traditionally, thinking we’ve ever “made it”, and putting emphasis on “high-stakes” tests over daily instruction. #LeadLAP
A1- jumping on board with every new innovative thing. We need to do what’s best for kids and sometimes consistency and time are better. (It doesn’t mean putting your head in the sand though!) #Leadlap
A1: What a question!! We should stop working solely within our four walls (offices, classrooms, schools, and districts) and strive to connect and collaborate!! Together is so much stronger than independent. #LeadLAP
A1: Stop complaining about the season or the 🌙 moon or the number of snow days or the lack of ❄️ snow days... Let’s not complain about the things we can’t control and focus on taking action with the things we can control 💪 #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
A1: I will stop hosting a a year long after school green club next year, but hope others will take it up.
I have stopped assigning math homework, and encourage game playing and family time. #LeadLAP
I think it’s time to stop 🛑 lowering our expectations for our Special Education students. When they are given their accommodations and the playing field is leveled, they are capable of just as much greatness as their peers!! #LeadLap#StopRightNow39
Stop marginalizing and treating every student the same! Stop with the lecture and create the experience! Stop sitting behind a desk. Stop sending kids to “timeout” and have a conversation. Loaded question, sorry. #fairsnotequal#mentalhealth#sel#RestorativePractice#LeadLAP
A1: Stop making it an acceptable practice to offer extra credit for bringing in Kleenex or other options that are not connected to content/learning and instead highlight socioeconomic differences. #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
A1 stop isolating ourselves in the classroom, get out there and be visible, greet students and colleagues, make time, don't fall into the "never enought time" #leadlap#stoprightnow
A1: We've got data for years...we don't need to shut down school in April/May to get more. Use what we have for accountability and STOP with crazy! #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
A1: We need to stop relying on what we’ve done in the past without looking at whether those practices grow students & move them forward. (I.e. traditional grading, favorite projects, scheduling, etc...) #LeadLAP
A1: It is so important for us to build one another up, not take one another down- negative "gotcha" cultures need to STOP- we need leaders to take care of their people and help them grow #leadlap
A1 stop making all of the decisions about the class, involve students more, stop worrying about having all of the answers, it is OK to not know everything :) #leadlap#stoprightnow
A1 Stop ignoring the human condition effect on instruction and performance. Our wellbeing and social/emotional practice matters in how we show up everyday and are able to use our strengths in a healthy productive way. Wellbeing matters. #LeadLAP
A1: for me (as a T) - Stop assuming Ts in the classroom either know or don't know
More questions and feedback need to be given when planning PDs
our district picked up a "coaching" model just bc it sounded good - to make it more personalized ... it's not #Leadlap
Yes. I have steadily moved down in the grades I teach and some of the younger students have accomplished more than students in the older grades. #leadlap
A2- I think it's hard because of resistance to trying something new and letting go of the old- not seeing a vision for what schools could be NOW and for the future #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
A1: we need to STOP doing things just because it’s how things have been done. We need to continually reflect on our practice. Look at @NFL or @NBA sports. Teams monitor and adjust to the success and challenges around them. They utilize the strength of their team! #Leadlap
A2: It's the mindset of: "Well, if isn't broke, why fix it?" Something even in my own dissertation research, many schools or teachers are set in their ways and they see it as more "work" to change. Hence, there is this classic: "my way is fine because I'm comfortable" #leadlap
A2: In order to truly understand, let’s ask those who in engage in these ways. We may find out there is a culture of mistrust, apathy, or a past experience where they didn’t feel encouraged or supported. Ask first, understand,then work together to change. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A1: Great question-Loaded! We need to stop blaming and complaining. We need to get out of a fixed mindset. We need to stop seeing kids as a number, and not as a dynamic learner. We need to stop asking staff to do something that we are not doing ourselves. #LeadLap#StopRightNow39
It definitely helps when I surround myself with people who are also positive and enthusiastic (yes, I am talking about you). Some contagious things are worth catching! #LeadLAP
A1: It is so important for us to build one another up, not take one another down- negative "gotcha" cultures need to STOP- we need leaders to take care of their people and help them grow #leadlap
A1: We must stop working in silos and start collaborating more. Every member of the team is valuable and a team doesn’t work well without all of its members. #LeadLAP
A1: Things we should STOP...
🛑 Working in silos & isolation
🛑 Valuing compliance over commitment
🛑 Focusing on weaknesses rather than strengths
🛑 Self-doubt
🛑 Starting w the HOW & WHAT rather then the WHY
#LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A2: There's nothing more comfortable than routine. We look for ways to make life easier and less of a challenge. To grow and improve and truly be more satisfied we need to push ourselves past comfort. #LeadLAP
A1: Where do I begin? Once you read this book your mind races around each stop! If I pick one I would say Stop #1 starts strong with ASSUMPTIONS! If we sat on our own thoughts and found out the why... each story we would grow in understanding! #leadlap#stoprightnow39
A2: Fear of pushback from parents or community. Could be expensive to change. And one of the best excuses I've heard "TIME". It will take too much time to do it! But what's best for kids? #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
#LeadLAP Chad Miller, Principal @GESFalcons , A1: The overemphasis of test scores on measuring success of a school system. It is making schools fearful of change and some are chasing the wrong things.
A2-Risk taking might not be encouraged. There is failure in trying something new, but there is greater failure in never trying. #LeadLap#StopRightNow39
A1 we should stop overly testing students. Pre assessments, mid chapter checkpoints, quizzes, post assessments create an almost 50/50 split between teaching and testing in a 4 week unit. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A2: Schools and the people in them may feel like they cannot implement change. However, slowly but surely people can go small to go big. Assuming you don't have influence needs to stop right now 👍#leadlap#StopRightNow39
A2: I think sometimes we feel like we are just one person & can't impact the system. Well, yes you can. Lead by example & bring a group of people together & use the 4 most powerful words in leadership - I NEED YOUR HELP! The power is in the community! #LeadLAP#StopRightNOw39
A1 We need to stop ineffective and damaging testing practices that hinder real learning. Stop work-sheeting kids! This won't ever lead to engagement or learning. #leadlap
A1: we need to STOP teaching in isolation and closing ourselves off to our own classroom. Open the door, walk across the hall, to the other end of the building, to a business down the street, break down those barriers and collaborate with others! #LeadLAP
A2 In order to be innovative and creative leaders must create a culture where vulnerability is a value. @BreneBrown says Vulnerability is the birthplace of creativity and innovation. #LeadLAP
When I stopped using tedious worksheets, my students were able to go deeper into analysis with ONE major task at a time. Then, they are given time to go back and fix anything that will boost them to the next level on the rubric. The results are impressive. #LeadLAP
A2 because of the worst phrase I’ve ever heard “that’s the way we’ve always done it” this phrase needs to be banned from life. If it’s not working then change it! #LeadLAP
A2: Change is so hard- it takes energy and a #growthmindset! If people are afraid to take risks and lose their passion, things stay the same. It all comes down to culture! #leadlap
A2 I think it is truly a fear of all of the what if’s... it takes someone truly fierce to say we will do better bc we know better and we will tackle the what if’s, if and when they arrive! #champforkids#LeadLAP
#LeadLAP#StopRightNow39 the question is who is “we?” The power doesn’t know or believe there are better ways. They are too scared to give their power to the experts who have more knowledge and expertise
A2: Change is so hard- it takes energy and a #growthmindset! If people are afraid to take risks and lose their passion, things stay the same. It all comes down to culture! #leadlap
A2: Some of it has to do with our higher education institutions. They need to keep up with the times and best practice and make sure they are getting our new teachers ready for today’s educational system. #LeadLAP
A2: One of the issues is too often change is not led well. Leaders need to be very intentional in purposeful in how they lead change so we can build commitment to it. #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
A2: Fear stops us. Fear of change, failure, and getting in over our heads. We have to put that fear aside and jump in because some of what we are doing is not working and if we are not at least trying new things we will never know if they are successful. #LeadLAP
A1 we should stop overly testing students. Pre assessments, mid chapter checkpoints, quizzes, post assessments create an almost 50/50 split between teaching and testing in a 4 week unit. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A1: I would love to see us do less testing. We spend so much time with mandatory assessments & those take away precious time we have with our Ss. Let me assess my Ss my own way. I know my Ss better than some computerized test does. I can also speak to their growth. #LeadLAP
A2: We do so much sometimes it’s difficult to sift through what is giving us the outcome and what is not. stopping things can be difficult. We have to be intentional in what we try, we need to talk about the expected outcome, and we need to determine the success. #LeadLAP
A2: Time. There’s so much swirling in our heads every day we can only dig into solid change if we get time to step out of the classroom for an extended period. I think schools who do early release or monthly planning days are able to tackle change better. #LeadLAP
A2 fear of being uncomfortable or being judged when we stray from the traditional models. We must be willing to go through some discomfort and fear in order to do what is right for kids #LeadLAP
Stakeholders don’t provide schools with the incentive for them to change. They’re more likely to question when something becomes different from their perception of what schools should do. Change doesn’t come without others pushing for it. #LeadLAP A2
Love how Q1 and Q2 can relate. We don’t have to get something totally new and fancy, but we can’t keep doing the same thing over and over when it is not working. Look for the tweaks that we can make. #LeadLap
A2: I think part of the problem is an “all or nothing” mentality. Improving does not mean throwing everything you do away. It does not mean radical, overnight change. It can be scaffolded, incremental, consistent movement toward doing better for our kids. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
AMEN!!!! I have 45 students with IEPs and 504s, and no one would know it walking into my classroom. The taste of success and being valued is so important for empowering ALL of our students. #LeadLAP
A2: When we truly trust each other, we learn to accept criticism and grow from each other. We become open to new ideas. Creating a culture of trust is the most powerful change agent in a school. #LeadLAP
A2: Schools might not change due to the inability to see how to make the changes come to fruition. Lack of change can also be due to fear or an unwillingness to move out of the comfort zone or routine. #LeadLAP
A1 and A2: WE CAN CHANGE!!! Never assume the battle is hopelessly lost...keep fighting the good fight even (especially!) in the face of resistance!! #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39#tlap
A2: Lack of exposure. Some schools and educators don’t know what they don’t know when it comes to teaching, learning, leading, etc. Been there! That’s why I branched out and joined Twitter over a year ago and began taking control of my own PD. #LeadLAP
When you change to something new and better you turn the propane on in your leadership.... whether or not the fire destroys or ignites passion is up for grabs! #leadlap#stoprightnow39
I agree, Jeff! It starts with leaders showcasing how they are taking risks and learning from their stumbles! Teachers want to see their leaders walk their talk!
#LeadLAP
A2. I have a lot of answers to this. I think the most logical one is it worked and works for a lot of people. I don’t see bad intentions, although I personally want change.#LeadLAP
Inertia.
Fear.
It's "easier."
B/c some are in the field just to collect a paycheck.
Some aren't convinced the new ways are better.
"Tradition."
"If it was good enough for me...."
#LeadLAP
A1: I would get rid of needless assessment. I feel that we are currentlyassessing kids so much that don’t have the time or energy to develop the love of learning. Often the data is collected for reporting purposes, but the data has no purpose in helping Ss grow.#leadlap
A2 Too often we wait for feedback rather than creating feedback cultures. We need loving critics who will work with us to provide healthy, constructive feedback when we try something new and creative rather than criticize and shame. #LeadLAP
A2: The forces of mediocrity will always align to fight greatness. In order to change the status quo, we must be a team w an aligned vision & shared belief. We need to have the fire in our bellies to get out of our comfort zones & move forward together. #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
A2: Safety and security in routine brings about comfort for most. Less questions to make you feel uncomfortable and less pushback that requires a response. THIS MUST STOP! Time to embrace discomfort to benefit every child and education as a whole! #leadlap#StopRightNow39
A2: Change is difficult and not often embraced. We must be willing to take risks because that is the space in which growth happens. Create a culture that embraces risk taking and a culture of change can lead to a culture of excellence. #leadlap
We need to start finding ways to support our student who - after graduation - are not going to college. WE need to honor those who are heading into a trade as mosh as those who are going in to a 4 year institution #LeadLAP
A3: I research, I had a situation happen to me a while ago where I looked over the history and then did my check points. I then brought it to the admin and they agreed that it needed to stop and now that change is happening more and more. #leadlap
A2. there is no time or space for thinking &being creative. Every minute is filled w/ being busy. Once the busy is done, educators are often too emotionally tired to engage in true innovation. The amount of times an educator has to mentally pivot in a day is astounding. #LeadLap
A2: Change is hard and scary. Fear often stops people from taking risks. Change also requires people to step out of their comfort zone & may require a reassessment of what people believe works in schools. #LeadLAP
A2: Status quo is easy. Innovation is messy and scary. There is no play book for change. Again, some are happy with test scores. It is not easy. #leadlap
A2: Being completely overwhelmed. With a side of overwhelmed. Systems of support need to be in place for the adults in a schoolhouse as well. #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
It's the EASY way out! Takes little effort to keep doing the same old thing. Takes energy, effort, collaboration, creativity, etc. to think beyond and make education relevant for today's kids. It's worth it! #kidsdeserveit#LeadLAP
Agree...my school site has gone 1:1 with CBs - great! but what about the training and support that goes along with that
I've had to do my own PL bc I wanted to make sure I could use this new tool meaningfully in the classroom - my own time & $ #Leadlap
We also need to be careful who we choose to be Mentor teachers for our new teachers. If we’re not careful, we may continue to have many of the “old” practices with our new teachers. #LeadLAP
A3: Start with the WHY. Be purposeful & intentional. And then have a plan to phase out or replace with something "better" or more efficient. Give Ts time to talk & possibly grieve. Change can be like going through a loss. #LeadLAP
A3-Explain the purpose of stopping it and share the plan to change. People will question so stick with it if you know it will be better for kids and teachers. #LeadLap
A3: Important to include all staff in identifying areas needing to be addressed. Include from the very beginning & utilize a process where all staff have a voice. Implement plan, take action & communicate progress throughout. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A2- change is hard! So is the fear of failing. I am guilty of this sometimes. We have to get over ourselves about needing to be the experts all the time & trust that the process of change is way more beneficial. We also need to remember our why...kids. #leadlap#stoprightnow39
A3: I found it starts with 1:1 conversations with my best teachers and my difference-makers...hear their concerns, and work with them to address those concerns.
#LeadLAP
A2: It is so much easier for schools to continue on as they always have. People are incredibly resistant to change. Any new initiative brings forth a rash of complaints and criticisms to deal with. #LeadLAP
A1: Failure! The path of least resistance-It can be very difficult to get someone to change the way they are doing things w/o building their capacity first- stay centered on your WHY. Reality is kids are not going to change so we as educators need to! #LeadLap#StopRightNow39
A3: I think the first thing you need to do when building consensus is to engage in conversation about your vision. How do we get there? How can we support that? Listen, Support, and communicate with clarity. #LeadLAP
A1: Stop taking away recess for “bad behaviour”. Good chance recess will help the student self-regulate and the behaviour will improve.
#leadlap#SelfReg#Inclusion
1 min. “recess” video: https://t.co/hzDGVHlj0i
I don’t think people necessarily fear change (we change hair styles, eating habits, etc.) I think the fear comes from HOW we try to implement changes. #LeadLAP
A2: Adult comfort often put above student needs. Leaders serve students, provide teachers support in overcoming obstacles to innovate to meet student needs. Pedagogical shift to student-led learning is not comfortable but it is best for kids. https://t.co/3DmEmeKJB9#leadlap
A3 start a small fire by connecting with those around you that are excited and motivated to change! A small fire can build a mighty flame!! #champforkids#LeadLAP
A3: Start with the 1/3 of the school that will jump on board with excitement, this excitement will influence the 1/3 who is on the fence, and then the 1/3 who are naysayers will jump in or get out. It takes conversations and leading by example. #leadlap
They’re learning. They wouldn’t be reprimanded for having trouble with reading or math. Their learning to regulate behavior is adults’ responsibility too. #LeadLAP
A1: Stop treating children as adults. I think too often when confronted with a discipline issue, we expect them to be rational and respond accordingly, but their brains are just not the same as an adult brain! #LeadLAP
A2: We know, but do they? I am at a school that seems to actually not know. I keep asking the question, "How can I provide the 'new and better ways' practices in a way they can actually hear and want it?" #Leadlap#StopRightNow39
A1: Stop taking away recess for “bad behaviour”. Good chance recess will help the student self-regulate and the behaviour will improve.
#leadlap#SelfReg#Inclusion
1 min. “recess” video: https://t.co/hzDGVHlj0i
A1 Stop with focusing on the curriculum first, we need to know our students and then worry about the content, stop assuming that Ss can't have more control in their learning #leadlap#stoprightnow
A3: When we rely on the same people to lead, we fail to maximize capacity & run the risk of burning people out & causing division with those who aren’t given a chance to demonstrate their leadership skills/talents. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A3: First step is have a common understanding of what consensus means. It does not mean everyone has to agree or like it. Once the will of the group has been determined, we all move forward. #LeadLAP
A2: Safety and security in routine brings about comfort for most. Less questions to make you feel uncomfortable and less pushback that requires a response. THIS MUST STOP! Time to embrace discomfort to benefit every child and education as a whole! #leadlap#StopRightNow39
A1: We need to stop using words like core and academic when referring to classes. Every subject taught a is core to a child’s improvement and to tell a student they are not in the “academic” section of a class is sending the wrong message #LeadLAP
A3 Show and explain the research and reasons why change is necessary. Find a small group of followers and believers and watch it grow authentically. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A3 start with conversations, collaborating with others, not saying "this is what we are doing," pose some what ifs, how could, always important to know our purpose for change, the why behind it, #leadlap#stoprightnow
A3: In my experience building consensus has been built upon trust, some bravery and supporting people around you. In addition, having people feel heard, represented and allowing others to help give everyone ownership! #StopRightNow39#leadlap
A3 Consensus is not created or arrived at in a single moment. "Consensus" comes from a common purpose and WHY. If we need to stop doing something it will become apparent when it doesn't impact mission or move our WHY forward. We can make the case when we lead from WHY. #LeadLAP
A2: changing habits and behavior reshaping culture is hard work. It can be hard to find the time to self reflect and ask why with so many tasks to do each day #leadlap
A3: Building consensus means listening to your stakeholders, forging positive relationships and empowering those around you to lead. Change cannot happen in isolation. It requires collaboration, feedback and common goals. #LeadLAP
A3 Model, telling is not teaching. Relationships, trust and awareness. I’ve discovered that it’s not safe to assume and teachers “don’t know what they don’t know”. Trust the process and you’ll love what the process produces. #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
A3: When we rely on the same people to lead, we fail to maximize capacity & run the risk of burning people out & causing division with those who aren’t given a chance to demonstrate their leadership skills/talents. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A2 School settings are one of the last bastions of traditional thinking. Schools lag in catching up to current methods. College courses taught by retirees that are out of the game pushing outdated methodologies. 1950s thinking does not fit 2019 living. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A3: You put the stakeholders in the room with the data and you unpack that data together. Hunches have their place, but not when we are trying to replicate success. It’s too risky and the human resource it too important. #LeadLAP
A3: The best way to build consensus is to collaborate from start. Love how @burgess_shelley & @BethHouf say ppl don’t want to break down what they helped build. It can work other way to...ppl don’t want to keep doing things they determined ineffective. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A3 we have to welcome the opinions, different experiences of others, be willing to give and accept pushback because that is how we grow, having relationships in place that foster supportive communication is key, lean in and listen to others more #leadlap#stoprightnow
A3: When you have a shared WHY, this is easier. Things that don't align w this common purpose & clear vision start to stand out & become an obvious STOP. #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
A3- created a cultural of giving staff a voice, start with small things and build trust... then you can lean into vulnerability with bigger changes that make a big impact #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
A3: Through discussion, by listening, maintaining our “family” focus, and working together to bring about the change. Also by celebrating our growth along the way. #LeadLAP
A2: Change is scary. Is hard work, and takes time. You will have those who will embrace it, fight it, & those who are indifferent. it’s a process that can seem like an uphill battle. We need to look at how we are reaching our goals, and be brave enough to take that leap #LeadLAP
A2: We keep doing old, less effective things because either 1) we prefer comfort zones, 2) we feel what we know outweighs research, or 3) we don’t know of any other way. #LeadLAP
Sadly I feel many in my school would agree - yet the way schools are typically measured and deemed “successful” requires us to focus heavily on those going into college. Like most states - let educators determine what is best for kids not lawyers. #LeadLap
They’re learning. They wouldn’t be reprimanded for having trouble with reading or math. Their learning to regulate behavior is adults’ responsibility too. #LeadLAP
A1: Stop treating children as adults. I think too often when confronted with a discipline issue, we expect them to be rational and respond accordingly, but their brains are just not the same as an adult brain! #LeadLAP
A3: As @MichaelFullan1 says, "use the group to move the group". Begin with one on one conversations, pilot change a few class periods, departments, or grade levels at a time and scale from the ground out. Top down approach is not sustainable. #leadlap
A2: Things don't change bc admin are afraid to disrupt the environment - they don't want to make waves #LeadLAP
just do what the district is expecting you to do - compliance
Good morning #LeadLAP! Trying to jump on and sorry so late! A3 when change in culture is necessary I try to be a spark for my colleagues w/ positivity through connection & communication & although this has taken courage I’ve also tried hard to lead up. It matters too much not to.
A3: What you don't do is avoid uncomfortable conversations, Avoid conflict, and deliver inconsistent messages. You need to build confidence and trust. #LeadLAP
A3 Consensus is not created or arrived at in a single moment. "Consensus" comes from a common purpose and WHY. If we need to stop doing something it will become apparent when it doesn't impact mission or move our WHY forward. We can make the case when we lead from WHY. #LeadLAP
A2: Habit. I am constantly amazed that there are educators who seem to believe that learning is a place you arrive at and not a journey of discovery. If we ask students to grow and try new things everyday, shouldn’t we do the strive to be innovative.#leadlap
Definitely the process. I’m one of the worst when dealing with transition, but I come out better on the other end. Without @DeAnneDanley leading me through ELA content my first year, I’d be a hot mess express! #LeadLAP
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A2: Change takes effort. I have observed that the same teachers who complain the most about their students act the same way as their students when we collaborate as faculty. Some people don’t want to put in the same effort that they expect out of their students. #LeadLAP
A3 Consensus is not created or arrived at in a single moment. "Consensus" comes from a common purpose and WHY. If we need to stop doing something it will become apparent when it doesn't impact mission or move our WHY forward. We can make the case when we lead from WHY. #LeadLAP
Yes! This is exactly the reason you have to start with the WHY. You don't have to like it, but if you know the reason (and it's student focused) then moving forward should be easier. #LeadLAP
A2 if change were easy, it would happen effortlessly! Change is hard... doing what we’ve always done (even if it’s not what’s best for students) is easier. We need to change our mindset and ask ourselves, what is best for students. #LeadLAP#InnovatorsMindset
A3: We’ve implemented a decision making process to allow for staff voice. You bring a proposal to a small team, if they agree to it, you bring it to a bigger team, if it passes through them, it goes to an all-staff vote which has to pass with a certain percentage. #LeadLAP
A3: We must be willing to bring EVERYONE to the table for this conversation! Do not silo the change or pass it on to an isolated group of leaders to create. We must create change together... the investment is 10fold #leadlap#stoprightnow39
Q2 Agreed. People will work harder to avoid discomfort than to make a move to change. We need to be reminded that education is about doing what's best for kids. #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
A3: Change is like a snowball. You want to grow it get more snow. Get everyone involved to create change and with students, teachers, parents, and community working together change will be all that can be seen. #leadlap#stoprightnow39
A1: I want to stop the madness of asking unique humans to conform to an idea that everyone needs to get As in every subject to be considered successful. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A4: None of us are immune from making assumptions. When we are intentional & committed to doing better, we can pause, focus more on asking Q’s to better understand behavior/reaction, & then be empathetic in our response. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A4: Assumptions are not thoughtful- we need to take the time to investigate and learn about things that matter- thinking about all sides (and knowing the biases we may bring to the table). #leadlap
A3. It’s the entry point for Ts. What investment do they have in the change. How does it connect to their personal philosophy w/o deconstructing everything they hold sacred. Personal investment outweighs compliance driven. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A4 Assumptikns give us a false understanding of others and what they are capable of. We need to build strong relationships with each of our students and understand that there is far more to them than what we see #LeadLAP
A4: Our assumptions come from stories we’ve made up in our heads. Sometimes the way I perceive the relationship between point A and point B is very different from reality. If we must assume, assume positive. #LeadLAP
#LeadLAP A3: 1, you have to have momentum for change. Support the change with a learner attitude v. A judger attitude. We are always looking to improve, change is about improving. Some will embrace immediately, while others will wait and see. Meet everyone where they are.
A4: Schools need to work on building Colective Efficacy which while lead to educators being comfortable enough to ask questions and challenge each other professional. With this approach there shouldn’t be any assumptions. #LeadLAP
A3: It is important to consult with and LISTEN to staff, students and parents when identifying what needs to change and how to go about implementing it. #LeadLAP
A4: We need to choose to give the benefit of the doubt, ASK MORE QUESTIONS to get as full of a picture as possible. U derstand motive, perspective and actions. This is my favorite stop! #leadlap#StopRightNow39
A2: Change is hard, resistance to change harder. Mindset and the fact that this generation’s value system, way of learning Is much different from the older generation. Many teachers and leaders are scared of the unknown and new! #LeadLap#stoprightnow39
Q3: Dialogue. Reminders of putting students first, but also not disregarding concerns of staff, parents, and community. Following dialogue, a well thought out plan is imperative. #LeadLAP
I only had 3 students who earned As last semester. My standards for As are that they go above and beyond applying the skill being measured by integrating relative knowledge into their work. It is time to start encouraging innovation for 21st century jobs. #LeadLAP
A3: We’re in the middle of this process. It’s tough to change, and it takes conversation after conversation, individually and in small groups, to communicate your why and build a consensus. #LeadLAP
Everyone is on their own journey. As leaders, we must meet them where they are and help them grow. Assumptions cause others to mentally jump ahead in someone’s journey. Instead of jumping ahead... meet the person where they are and see it LIVE! #leadlap#stoprightnow39
A2: Change is scary. Is hard work, and takes time. You will have those who will embrace it, fight it, & those who are indifferent. it’s a process that can seem like an uphill battle. We need to look at how we are reaching our goals, and be brave enough to take that leap #LeadLAP
Love this and so important that a culture of healthy feedback is built! I once read an article that discusses the importance of feedback unless it feels like a punch in the gut. #leadlap
A2 Too often we wait for feedback rather than creating feedback cultures. We need loving critics who will work with us to provide healthy, constructive feedback when we try something new and creative rather than criticize and shame. #LeadLAP
A3: I believe that being engaged and willing to advocate for what is right for kids is key to creating positive change. Serving on district committees and building committees are positive places to start. #leadlap
A4: The ONLY assumptions we should make are that ppl generally want good things for themselves and others. It not only helps others, it helps our mindset too. #LeadLap#StopRightNow39
A4: Visibility is key. We cannot change a system we do not understand. @gcouros was in every classroom everyday as a principal. That was my goal as well. Ask lots of questions, be present with your people, and listen more than you talk. https://t.co/POTjO02NhQ#leadlap
A3 need to find where people stand on the stop and have them flesh out their beliefs, lots of people contradict themselves and then awaken to a need for change #leadlap
A4: So many miscommunications have come from assumptions. Then start the rumours. It is toxic. Clear & open communication needs to happen. It always starts by building strong & trustworthy relationships. Assume positive intentions. #LeadLAP
A4: Assumptions are our comfort zone. We need to be willing to risk being wrong and really listen to those with differing ideas if we are going to grow #LeadLAP
A4: Instead of making assumptions, we should reach out to understand. Always think the best about the decisions made and have a conversation before making a decision. Listen to understand not to reply. #leadlap
A4 If we make assumptions, we pre-determine and limit a student's potential in some way, leads to bias, we need to make time to learn about our students, their stories, ask Qs, work on getting to know them and provide what they need #leadlap#stoprightnow#future4edu
A3: Consensus is the first step but moving the opposition to believe is the real work. One person can sabotage if the critical mad doesn’t actively engage in keeping negativity and I gotcha at bay. #leadlap
Involve all stakeholders- get input from teachers, students, parents, admins, community members- too often from my experiences committees are formed and plans are already predetermined without everyone’s input. You lose all credibility #LeadLAP#StopRightNOw39
A4: Instead of making assumptions, we should reach out to understand. Always think the best about the decisions made and have a conversation before making a decision. Listen to understand not to reply. #leadlap
A4 Just finished the book Change Your Questions, Change Your Life. Creating a culture of questions rather than having to have the answers will fundamentally change how we react and create assumptions around people and work. #LeadLAP
Don Miguel Ruiz talks about this in the four agreements. When we fill in the gaps in our own mind without getting more info, we are missing a lot. #leadLAP
A1: I would get rid of needless assessment. I feel that we are currentlyassessing kids so much that don’t have the time or energy to develop the love of learning. Often the data is collected for reporting purposes, but the data has no purpose in helping Ss grow.#leadlap
Q4: This is something I’m trying to get better at. And if we are going to assume, we need to assume positive intent. And we must START taking some responsibility and stop trying to pass the buck. #LeadLAP
A4: Also important to remember that not everyone wants to be treated the way I want to be treated...know each person and what drives them! Take time to really listen. #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
CHALLENGE: What will YOU commit to "stop doing" or working w/ others to stop doing this week or this year, personally and/or professionally? #Leadlap#StopRightNow39
Oh my goodness, this should be educational gospel! Many times the bad behaviors are a result of having a lot of energy, so we take away the medicine for that? Ugh. #LeadLAP
A1: Stop taking away recess for “bad behaviour”. Good chance recess will help the student self-regulate and the behaviour will improve.
#leadlap#SelfReg#Inclusion
1 min. “recess” video: https://t.co/hzDGVHlj0i
Learning to fight back against brain-stem assault has to be insanely challenging for Ss who don't even know it's happening: https://t.co/mKkGCOz3ui#leadlap
A4: Seek first to understand, then be understood. STOP assuming negative intent. It is often untrue & always hurtful. Leaders must model & nurture a positive approach that values listening & collaborative solutions. #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
CHALLENGE: What will YOU commit to "stop doing" or working w/ others to stop doing this week or this year, personally and/or professionally? #Leadlap#StopRightNow39
A4: When we make an assumption we are guessing. We need to look at information and judge things based off of reality not little guesses we weave together in our minds. Know your facts. #leadlap#stoprightnow39
CHALLENGE: What will YOU commit to "stop doing" or working w/ others to stop doing this week or this year, personally and/or professionally? #Leadlap#StopRightNow39
I say this to principals all the time about classroom observations. Don't assume what came before you arrived or after you left. Instead of assuming, ask questions and engage in conversation. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A4: Instead of making assumptions, we can try to understand the “why” behind behaviors by asking questions, expressing empathy, and by listening. #LeadLAP
A2: I think often times districts commit to a costly program of some kind and then they want to hold on to those programs, even when there is something better & even when it's not working. Money, decision makers not keeping up on what's better...#LeadLAP
A4: When we make an assumption we are guessing. We need to look at information and judge things based off of reality not little guesses we weave together in our minds. Know your facts. #leadlap#stoprightnow39
A4 Making assumptions often lowers expectations, opportunities, instruction, etc. People (students and adults) need others who believe they can, open doors of opportunity, and challenge them grow. #leadLAP
A4: We need to gain an understanding of a person's "WHY". Gain an understanding of other people's perspectives..ask questions....and work together to find common ground. We are all in it for kids. Their success cannot be based on assumptions. #leadlap
This is important. You can’t wait for everyone to agree completely. Make sure everyone has the opportunity to speak, honor those who disagree, and move forward. You may lose some people who decide they do not want to change. So be it. #LeadLAP
A4 The most important words I heard from my former principal went something like this-what if we all walked around believing that every single person we encountered had the best of intentions? So powerful if we can really do this! #LeadLAP
A4: It matters for growth and success! Be on Kids' side...no matter the background, don't assume... people beat the odds all the time! Treat all with respect and excitement! #firstgenerationcollegeeducated#Leadlap#StopRightNow39
A4: “Truly try to understand another person’s motives, perspectives, and actions.” Self care can allow for each of us to lower our own anxiousness that can be a detriment to reaction and STOP personalizing student behavior and in place find out WHY! #StopRightNow39#leadlap
A3: Gently define the collatoral damage the current trend might be causing and offer possible solutions in simple steps to change. Many times, I don't think the majority understand why a practice needs to stop. #Leadlap#StopRightNow39
A3) find the change-makers in your school! Find the people who have that magic combo or influence and support. Or those with influence, but not a lot of support. This team can take you places. #leadlap
A4 The most important words I heard from my former principal went something like this-what if we all walked around believing that every single person we encountered had the best of intentions? So powerful if we can really do this! #LeadLAP
A4: Assumptions are barriers to moving forward. They are the antithesis of effective communication, and they’re only snapshots, which never take the full context into consideration. #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
A4. Ask questions and listen. Listening does not = agreement but it will minimize assumptions. Quick surveys can get that info instead of always having bigvyeam meetings. We have moved away from anonymous sharing. We have to own our ideas. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A4b. We need to come from a place of inquiry & curiosity, seeking to understand other perspectives which will lead to a deeper understanding #stoprightnow39#LeadLAP
CHALLENGE: What will YOU commit to "stop doing" or working w/ others to stop doing this week or this year, personally and/or professionally? #Leadlap#StopRightNow39
Q4: I try to switch from the assumption that a child “won’t” cooperate to figuring out why they “can’t” cooperate at that moment...and then try to help.
It moves me from judgment to curiosity-has made a world of difference. #LeadLAP#SelfReg
A4: Be a learner v a judger. Too often we think we know something based on an assumption that is completely off. If we approach as a learner and ask the right questions, we can understand a reason for an action or lack of action. #LeadLAP
A4: our school systems are blended and diverse. Having and utilizing cultural responsive practices creates awareness to unconscious bias. Nothing more demeaning and unthoughtful than entitlement and assumptions. #LeadLAP#StopRightNOw39
Challenge: I will stop letting others negative mood affect mine. I want to be the best version of myself - so I will continue to do so, despite what others do. I will lead the way, & hope others follow! #LeadLAP
CHALLENGE: What will YOU commit to "stop doing" or working w/ others to stop doing this week or this year, personally and/or professionally? #Leadlap#StopRightNow39
A4: Assumptions aren't based on facts, evidence, or anything similar. They often include incomplete information or assessment of whatever it is we're assuming. #leadlap
there's also the money aspect - districts want to adopt new and shiny plans (like for behavior) but don't /can't invest in it
so now there is this program to implement but no means to support it #leadlap
A4: As a wise person told me, "When you assume you make an a** out of U and me." Seek truth by building relationships and asking questions instead. Visit people in person and increase communication. #LeadLAP
A4 Stopping assumptions requires a social/emotional practice. Quieting our emotional reactions, asking questions to seek better understanding, and moving forward with a common mission or WHY. #LeadLAP
A4: Am assumption is not based on fact but by a level of guessing. The thing is that assumptions can easily be solved by open dialogue #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A4: As an emotional being, I really struggle with this. I assume the issue is with me, but often times a colleague or student is struggling with something else. I've learned over the years to just ask, offer to listen, etc. #LeadLAP
Challenge: I have to stop doubting myself & overanalyzing conversations, or lack of conversation. I’ve got to quit taking everything personally. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A3- building consensus comes from defining your purpose, staying true to your WHY in education—stick with it, and modeling and being transparent in the process. And above all we need to be part of it. #team#LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
A3: Showing specific reasons for the need for change and then asking for colleagues’ brainstorming ideas is a start. I am looking forward to reading everyone’s answers to this question, since I am working on trying to make a change to better support our EL population. #LeadLAP
I will stop burying myself in my office with work and get out into classrooms and participate with our students and teachers in their amazing journeys. #LeadLap
A4:Recognize that often a person who is making an assumption is experiencing fear. Fear can paralyze . Uncovering assumptions without judgement can help people overcome fear. #leadlap
A4: I think it is easy to assign nefarious reasons why someone doesn’t want to change. Making these assumptions set up two camps that are not willing to listen to one another. Actually listening to one another and looking for common ground is how change starts. #leadlap
A4: “Truly try to understand another person’s motives, perspectives, and actions.” Self care can allow for each of us to lower our own anxiousness that can be a detriment to reaction and STOP personalizing student behavior and in place find out WHY! #StopRightNow39#leadlap
A3: I think leaders have to be deliberate when communicating with stakeholders and fully communicate the purpose for change. Then they have to be willing to have difficult conversations when met with opposition. Many Ts out there don't like change...#LeadLAP
I will challenge myself to not allow assumptions cast upon me to hold me back. I will open the conversation up to allow for an uncomfortable life changing moment to unfold without personalizing it. #StopRightNow39#leadlap
Challenge: I will stop letting students and staff accept the status quo. We will continue to push each other beyond our comfort zone and see the greatness that can lie ahead! #leadlap
A4a: Instead of assuming, we should seek to understand by asking questions and truly listening to a wide variety of voices (staff, parents, students, current research & ed leaders). #leadlap
A4 #LeadLAP working in an international context we've learnt never assume. We all come with different experiences, perspectives, languages, so work hard to clarify, question, communicate through different media and allow for processing time.
A3: Create social awareness and concern around the need/rationale for stopping the practice. Some find research/data motivates them to change; so we can put stats in front of them. Others change when we can put faces on the data through sharing student narratives/impact #LeadLAP
Nice. Waaaaay back when I was in second grade, my teacher told us she’d never give As. Got the message that we could always do better. (Though I like it better now with no letter grades at all that early.) #LeadLAP
Thank you Jimmy and @Jeff_Zoul for leading us today. Love the work you both do. You continue to make a huge impact on education. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
A4: ask questions...but when asking a question, the person must be ok with the answer they are going to get
many Ts are not honest when approached or filling out surveys bc they are afraid of repercussions #leadlap
A5 I’m working very hard to stop thinking taking a break from the business of the day should be alone. lately my sit down and catch up/rest has become immersing myself into conversations w/Ss and Ts and it’s been amazing and refreshing and seems to refuel me even more! #LeadLAP
CHALLENGE: I am going to keep working on getting out of my office and into classrooms. The last couple of weeks have been much better. I made it to every classroom 2 days over the last two weeks. That needs to happen more often! #LeadLAP
Challenge: I am going to "stop doing" the dance around issues that have to be addressed that kill culture. This is an ongoing struggle for any school. We have to support our champions. If we don't address culture killers, we actually support them. #LeadLAP
CHALLENGE: What will YOU commit to "stop doing" or working w/ others to stop doing this week or this year, personally and/or professionally? #Leadlap#StopRightNow39
Challenge: Not stop doing, but do more of (because there’s never enough): More time in classrooms, with teachers and kids, recognizing the good and having conversations that support student learning. #LeadLAP
Challenge: It's been a struggle at times, but I've been working on not taking it personally when a student or a colleague has been unkind or disrespectful. Trying to remember that sometimes the behavior is a call for help not a personal attack. #LeadLAP
CHALLENGE: What will YOU commit to "stop doing" or working w/ others to stop doing this week or this year, personally and/or professionally? #Leadlap#StopRightNow39
Hey #leadlapmass! Join @AmyEBright1 & I tomorrow night from 8:30-9:00pm for a chat about the greatness zone- sharing practical ways to support educator as learners in our schools! Sign up for a reminder at this link: https://t.co/N4lALWdmB5. We can't wait! #fpsleadlap#leadlap
Challenge: I will commit to stop multitasking with people. I tend to not be present bc I’m finishing an email, checking my phone, cutting people to the quick. I can STOP that NOW. #LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
CHALLENGE: What will YOU commit to "stop doing" or working w/ others to stop doing this week or this year, personally and/or professionally? #Leadlap#StopRightNow39
A2: Because before we change, a new way-a very clear path forward-has to be described, explored and designed...which takes time, persistence, and a relentless pursuit of “different” #Leadlap#StopRightNow39
A4: Assumptions need to be replaced with clear, concise communication. We need to ASK the question, rather than assume. There has to be a dialogue & communication. With lack of communication, people will fill in what they believe. #LeadLAP
A4a: Instead of assuming, we should seek to understand by asking questions and truly listening to a wide variety of voices (staff, parents, students, current research & ed leaders). #leadlap
We need to stop underestimating students’ ability to create amazing things and stop letting our discomfort with the new/different/messy create barriers to that. #leadLAP#StopRightNow39
If there is one thing I do it will be to rally around this topic for every child! When I think of the repercussions for each child when this happens it makes my stomach turn. Believe it or not it really is NEVER about us unless we decide to make it. #leadlap#stoprightnow39
A4: Assuming means we know the answers. As life-long learners, we should seek to understand authenticity of the person, the challenge, the situation, and the solution before we take action. #LeadLAP#StopRightNOw39
A3: I think leaders have to be deliberate when communicating with stakeholders and fully communicate the purpose for change. Then they have to be willing to have difficult conversations when met with opposition. Many Ts out there don't like change...#LeadLAP
I commit to stop perfectionism. People see perfect grades, perfect papers, and perfect as an ideal. I commit to shatter the idea. I want my students to see that real and unique are beautiful. I want to spread be better daily...find the truest you, imperfect and lovely. #LeadLap
CHALLENGE: What will YOU commit to "stop doing" or working w/ others to stop doing this week or this year, personally and/or professionally? #Leadlap#StopRightNow39
I don't mind common core ... I'm talking more about the school environment: the behavior of students, the amount of counselors and professionals we need, parent involvement, T input #LeadLAP
Sad that #LeadLAP is already over for another week, but so thankful these amazing EDUs are just a tweet away throughout the week! Be sure to follow one another to keep the learning going! #StopRightNow39
Ahhhhh! Thanks my friend! Missing all of you too but I must focus on a few different things right now in February. Make sure to let me know what’s up next! 👊💥 #2menandabook#leadlap#stoprightnow39
CHALLENGE: What will YOU commit to "stop doing" or working w/ others to stop doing this week or this year, personally and/or professionally? #Leadlap#StopRightNow39
You can do it! It took me a long time to learn this (still learning, too). It is SO worth it! I believe in you and can't wait to see you overcome this challenge! #LeadLAP#StopRIghtNow39
Glad to have some time this morning to hang with the #LeadLAP crew! Be sure to join @MrsHankinsClass as she brings the ❤️❤️❤️ to #champforkids this Tuesday night 8 est
Challenge: I am going to try to stop doing multiple things at one time. I want to be in the moment and fully experience what I am doing and who I am being and who I am interacting with in that moment. #LeadLAP#StopRightNOw39
A4: Be a learner v a judger. Too often we think we know something based on an assumption that is completely off. If we approach as a learner and ask the right questions, we can understand a reason for an action or lack of action. #LeadLAP
Q4: I try to switch from the assumption that a child “won’t” cooperate to figuring out why they “can’t” cooperate at that moment...and then try to help.
It moves me from judgment to curiosity-has made a world of difference. #LeadLAP#SelfReg
Seems pretty accurate! I would add that you push us to realize what potential we have, even if we don’t see it yet. Extremely supportive and there for every teacher, every student, every day.
The first one is what I tell every pre-service teacher I meet or mentor - you *can not* do this on your own (effectively). You will burn yourself out. We expect Ss to collaborate and yet so many teachers don't. #LeadLAP#stoprightnow39
A1: Stop…
Trying to do it all by yourself.
Taking things personally.
Complaining about students & colleagues.
Second guessing yourself.
#LeadLAP#StopRightNow39
Today's "Saturday Share" conversation in my FB Group for Teachers (https://t.co/DzncJ4uf08 ) is in honor of National Pizza Day ;)
What ingredients make up YOUR "Teaching Pizza?" Feel free to join the convo! #LeadLAP#champforkids
And make sure those stakeholders have diverse representation. Is every parent invited or do certain people seem to always have a foot in the door? #LeadLAP
Involve all stakeholders- get input from teachers, students, parents, admins, community members- too often from my experiences committees are formed and plans are already predetermined without everyone’s input. You lose all credibility #LeadLAP#StopRightNOw39
Q2) B/C doing new & better is uncomfortable for adults than status quo & adults fear vulnerability. We have to be willing to push ourselves out of our comfort zones in the best interest of kids. Giving adults permission to be vulnerable is important for leaders. #LeadLAP
Thank you @Jeff_Zoul and @casas_jimmy for your ideas and questions! See you next week, #LeadLAP family! I’m heading off into nature for a while to practice my challenge. #StopRightNow39
