#caedchat Archive

#caedchat is for California educators, by California educators. All are welcome as moderators and participants discuss issues that emerge in California education, which are generally applicable to other regions of the United States.
Sunday November 5, 2017
11:00 PM EST
  • CAedchat Nov 5 @ 11:00 PM EST
    Let’s all take a moment to introduce ourselves. Where are you from? What do you teach? #caedchat
  • CAedchat Nov 5 @ 11:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #caedchat, where educators gather to share and collaborate!
  • participatechat Nov 5 @ 11:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #caedchat by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/7y0wlfunj8
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:01 PM EST
    Hi #caedchat - I’m David, HS English teacher, writer, and … why, it looks like I’m moderating tonight’s chat
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:01 PM EST
    Angela - 3rd grade :) #caedchat
  • principledlady Nov 5 @ 11:01 PM EST
    Leila here. I serve students in Escondido Ca #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:01 PM EST
    Hi Angela - glad to have you along for #caedchat
    In reply to @MrsBarnett_Tchr
  • karlacalbear Nov 5 @ 11:01 PM EST
    #caedchat from NAS Lemoore CA
  • CAedchat Nov 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
    Tonight’s #caedchat is moderated by @CohenD Here is the link to the public doc with the questions for tonight https://t.co/nihzhm0Muf
  • CAedchat Nov 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
    Thank you for joining #caedchat tonight. The topic is “Edu-current events” - questions from recent events and news items in CA and beyond
  • effortfuleduktr Nov 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
    Blake Harvard, teacher and blogger, Alabama https://t.co/EJp11sZu1q #caedchat
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:02 PM EST
    Originally from Fremont, CA now in La Quinta, CA Activities Director, ASB, and English Teacher! #caedchat
    In reply to @CAedchat
  • CAedchat Nov 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
    The moderator will post questions with Q1, Q2, Q3. Participants respond with A1, A2, A3, etc. Remember to use the #caedchat tag every time!
  • CAedchat Nov 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
    #caedchat tip: Use TweetDeck and have two columns open for the chat: one for real time and one for where you are in the chat.
  • MsALevasseur Nov 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
    I am from Clarksville TN and am a student at Austin Peay St. University. #caedchat
    In reply to @CAedchat
  • AndreaMoncayo1 Nov 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
    Andrea-MS computer elective teacher 6th and 8th grade #CAedchat
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
    He was MY teacher and the reason I became a teacher! #caedchat
    In reply to @CAedchat, @CohenD
  • CAedchat Nov 5 @ 11:03 PM EST
    all right - let’s do this #caedchat - Question #1 coming up from @CohenD
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:04 PM EST
    Q1: CA teachers feel more power, influence than peers in other states survey finds https://t.co/hAemf3e6Ht What’s your experience? #caedchat
  • ObrownOliver Nov 5 @ 11:04 PM EST
    Oliver, from central valley - I facilitate a group of 4th graders' deepest levels of literacy #caedchat
  • CAedchat Nov 5 @ 11:04 PM EST
    welcome to #caedchat Oliver!
    In reply to @ObrownOliver
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
    A1: It probably depends on what district/school you work at. #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
    A1: Anyone out there familiar with the ILC - Instructional Leadership Corps? Or could #LCAP be part of it? #caedchat
  • aloah Nov 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
    #caedchat @caedchat The posts seem to be a bit delayed today?!
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:06 PM EST
    does it hold true in your experience? Do you think teachers have power, influence? #caedchat
    In reply to @MrsBarnett_Tchr
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:07 PM EST
    A1: that's my job! I have to be able to voice concerns- I am the student advocate, and adult voice, for ALL students in my school #caedchat
    In reply to @CohenD
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:08 PM EST
    Stephanie was a student of mine… many years ago #caedchat
    In reply to @aloah, @Smithyhawk, @CAedchat
  • CAedchat Nov 5 @ 11:08 PM EST
    Stephanie was a student of mine… many years ago #caedchat
    In reply to @aloah, @Smithyhawk, @CohenD
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:08 PM EST
    Or what specific position you have... TOSA, ASB, AD... all have to be able to speak up more than others may... but not always. #caedchat
    In reply to @MrsBarnett_Tchr
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:08 PM EST
    Ooops - that was supposed to come from my twitter handle - re: Stephanie #caedchat
    In reply to @CAedchat, @aloah, @Smithyhawk
  • karlacalbear Nov 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
    A1 as a CTA leader at the local, regional & state level, I have been trained to be vocal & politically active at all levels. #caedchat
  • AndreaMoncayo1 Nov 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
    A1: all 3 schools I've worked at had a leadership team and I felt I've been able to easily share concerns or even ask Q's #CAedchat
  • principledlady Nov 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
    A1: Teachers have the most important opportunity to influence every minute of everyday they spend with students #caedchat
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
    You're making me sound old! Not many years ago... just a few! #caedchat
    In reply to @CAedchat, @aloah, @CohenD
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
    A1: I think CA has been able to resist some of the worst, heavy-handed policies in other states. #caedchat
  • MsALevasseur Nov 5 @ 11:09 PM EST
    A1: I haven't had experience yet but I feel it depends on the area on how much the kids are influenced. #caedchat
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:10 PM EST
    I'm a TL and provide info/feedback at meetings, but I'm not sure how confident I feel that it's truly listened to. #caedchat
    In reply to @Smithyhawk
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:10 PM EST
    A1: As leaders model flattened leadership Ts will feel control of the school and their destiny. #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:10 PM EST
    A1: in other words, it might also be that other states are particularly low on teacher influence/power #caedchat
  • chrislewis_10 Nov 5 @ 11:10 PM EST
    Joining a little late. Chris from SoCal. APUSH, ERWC, & AVID teacher. Just appointed TOSA for ELs. #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
    Q2: New survey shows increased stress, mental health concerns for teachers https://t.co/Yu49uXO7uQ Your observations, suggestions?#caedchat
  • AndreaMoncayo1 Nov 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
    Especially as new T's or working as an aide I felt I always had someone that I could talk to. Made my experience so much better #CAedchat
  • ObrownOliver Nov 5 @ 11:11 PM EST
    A1: Much of that survey is due to California's influential labor groups - influence on state and local governments is massive #caedchat
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
    Lisa, 5th grade, So Monterey Co. Jumping in late #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
    I like the sound of that #caedchat
    • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:10 PM EST
      A1: As leaders model flattened leadership Ts will feel control of the school and their destiny. #caedchat
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:12 PM EST
    A2: Yes! large class sizes, support on S behavior, and pull-out for trainings #caedchat
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
    Definitely dealing with this now... or maybe it's my toddler. Probably a balancing act of mom/teacher/ASB duties... #caedchat
    In reply to @CohenD
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
    ☝🏻all of that! #caedchat
    In reply to @MrsBarnett_Tchr
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
    Balancing all of it (even non-mom's struggle :) #caedchat
    In reply to @Smithyhawk, @CohenD
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:13 PM EST
    A2: definitely feeling it in my district. We keep adding and never take anything off our plates #caedchat
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
    A2: As we transition from the CST list era into student-centered learning experiences. What we were good at has changed. #Stress #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
    Are you following #caedchat hashtag? Works best in Tweetdeck but if not, make sure to refresh too
    In reply to @aloah, @CAedchat
  • principledlady Nov 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
    A2:As the world goes the school environment followsThe world needs peace and love to abound and so does the world #loveistheanswer #caedchat
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
    @dsusdlead_acad ever been in a #caedchat ? I feel like this is something you'd love!
    In reply to @CAedchat, @CohenD, @dsusdlead_acad
  • AndreaMoncayo1 Nov 5 @ 11:14 PM EST
    A2 I get so stressed with the accommodations I have to keep up with even as a gen ed T #CAedchat
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
    A2: Yes, partly frustration fr backwards dist policies, testing, poor (dist) habits. #caedchat BUT my site P is awesome & gives freedom
  • chrislewis_10 Nov 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
    A2: Teaching is emotional. Having taught pre-service Ts, there needs to be more guidance on balance social/emotional issues. #caedchat
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
    AGREE! #caedchat
    In reply to @AndreaMoncayo1
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
    A2: 5th gr all subj, yet have 7 different schedules. No 2 days are the same... #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
    I’ve seen a significant increase in that area in the past several years - worth doing, but the time pressure grows #caedchat
    In reply to @AndreaMoncayo1
  • aloah Nov 5 @ 11:15 PM EST
    A1 I just moved here but from what I've seen, it really depends on the school, collegaued and leadership #caedchat
  • AndreaMoncayo1 Nov 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
    A2 also the speed that we have to keep up with tech can be a stress too! So much to learn in a small amount of time #CAedchat
  • karlacalbear Nov 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
    A2 I have been teaching 25 years & only in last few have I had problems w/ stress, seen others go on leave or just leave. #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
    some say a great/awful principal trumps almost everything else #caedchat
    In reply to @NowaTechie
  • elena_SF_CA Nov 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
    Elena, SF, 5th gr., late, working on recording grades, cooking soup, & prepping for our Walk Through the American Revolution. #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
    I know it. Not sure I can do it. :( #caedchat
    • principledlady Nov 5 @ 11:16 PM EST
      Strategic abandonment is difficult but very necessary.
      In reply to @CohenD
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
    Yes! I tend to carry a lot of that home...#caedchat
    In reply to @chrislewis_10
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
    Yes!...You are right on! last year was my first yr with 1:1 and managing the time with new curriculum is hard. #caedchat
    In reply to @AndreaMoncayo1
  • Salisbury603 Nov 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
    Hi #caedchat - I'm Beth, 4th Grade, SoCal
  • aloah Nov 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
    A2 I'm a big fan of #mindfulness in #classrooms also for teachers themselves. Watching out for each other helps. #caedchat
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:17 PM EST
    The tech should free you to support the classroom shifts. I agree their is a learning curve. #caedchat
    In reply to @AndreaMoncayo1
  • chrislewis_10 Nov 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
    As: This is an amazing article ab teacher burnout vs demoralization. There's a difference. https://t.co/qlIhkr9DVz #caedchat
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
    It's not always the principal who is the leader... I believe all teachers are leaders and should act accordingly. #caedchat
    In reply to @CohenD, @NowaTechie
  • CAedchat Nov 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
    Speaking of fast… here comes Q3 from @CohenD #caedchat
  • ObrownOliver Nov 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
    A2: That is causation for this...State superintendent candidates teacher shortage must be top priority https://t.co/JBgCrWGjAj #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:18 PM EST
    Q3: Suspension, expulsion rates fall sharply in CA; racial/ethnic disparities remain https://t.co/DPdNnODbMx What have you seen? #CAedchat
  • karlacalbear Nov 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
    A2 don't know how Ts getting credentials 4 nites/week get thru. More is added but nothing removed. I'm reading Zen Tchr. #caedchat
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
    Absolutely! Mom or not balancing all of it is taxing! #caedchat
    In reply to @MrsBarnett_Tchr, @CohenD
  • sdpaulette Nov 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
    Just now popping in and trying to catch up on #caedchat Hello everyone! :)
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
    Q3: rates have gone down bc the requirements have become stricter...it's not bc behavior has changed #caedchat
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:19 PM EST
    This is our future. Teacher-leaders are the key to developing school culture. If Ts wait for a direction it isn’t their plan… #caedchat
    In reply to @Smithyhawk, @CohenD, @NowaTechie
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:20 PM EST
    A3: My P has been compassionate to Ss & Situations. Not much change #caedchat @bradsmith1
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
    I believe we are working on this now. Easy as having teacher leaders lead the PD sessions and teach peers! #caedchat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @CohenD, @NowaTechie
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
    A3: I’ve seen schools were the classroom focus in on engagement and the discipline rates drop for all kids! #equity. #caedchat
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
    Admin need to give up some control Central Admin has trouble w this in some places #caedchat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @Smithyhawk, @CohenD
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
    A3: friends in #LAUSD tell me admin. simply stopped suspending, and school atmosphere is worse than it was #caedchat
  • aloah Nov 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
    Q3 Alone in Palo Alto East and West there's such a HUGE difference...#caedchat
  • MsALevasseur Nov 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
    Wow, that's really interesting. #caedchat
    In reply to @karlacalbear
  • elena_SF_CA Nov 5 @ 11:21 PM EST
    A2: I feel *ALL* of us (incl. teachers) are feeling more #stress from family, poverty, work, politics, aging, disasters & crime. #caedchat
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:22 PM EST
    That culture needs to be in all schools/districts. It is powerful! #caedchat
    In reply to @Smithyhawk, @DKriedeman, @CohenD
  • ObrownOliver Nov 5 @ 11:22 PM EST
    A3: In California, suspension no longer means loss of learning. Lets set boundaries for students and while maintaining learning #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:22 PM EST
    A3: I think restorative justice practices are supposed to help in situations where suspension was the norm, but slow adoption #caedchat
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:22 PM EST
    Sometimes the us vs. them mentality with Admin vs. teachers makes it difficult too. We are all in this together! #CAedchat
    In reply to @NowaTechie, @DKriedeman, @CohenD
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
    A3: In CA does some of the drop have to do with the new 'dashboard'? #caedchat
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
    This is a great start but the work is having teachers lead in each other’s rooms. Remove the lock my door, do my own thing focus. #caedchat
    In reply to @Smithyhawk, @CohenD, @NowaTechie
  • SeeMeCruzn Nov 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
    Claudia from Chino. I am a HS SpEd Teacher in our Alternative Ed Center at our district #caedchat
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
    Yes...that has been a big topic this year. #caedchat
    In reply to @NowaTechie
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
    YES! It's about the kids! #caedchat
    In reply to @Smithyhawk, @DKriedeman, @CohenD
  • chrislewis_10 Nov 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
    A3: Challenging institutional punishment norms is slow-going. Hard to get some Ts to see significance of classroom enviro #caedchat
    • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:22 PM EST
      A3: I think restorative justice practices are supposed to help in situations where suspension was the norm, but slow adoption #caedchat
  • principledlady Nov 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
    A3: This points to the need for a the development of cultural proficiency in our schools. we must learn 2 understand each other #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:23 PM EST
    do you mean pressure to make the dashboard look better? #caedchat
    In reply to @NowaTechie
  • MsALevasseur Nov 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
    I agree, using your co-workers is definitely a de-stresser. #caedchat
    In reply to @aloah
  • karlacalbear Nov 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
    A3 due to AB420 which was not fully understood by admin. We need systems that support Ts & Ss in crisis. Ss first not academics. #caedchat
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
    We do that too! We often visit one another in action and have a great instructional coach! @MWheeler2016 #CAedchat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @CohenD, @NowaTechie, @MWheeler2016
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:24 PM EST
    Yes. I honestly don't know, but can imagine the pressure in some places could exist. #caedchat
    In reply to @CohenD
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:25 PM EST
    That's awesome! #caedchat
    In reply to @Smithyhawk, @DKriedeman, @CohenD, @MWheeler2016
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:25 PM EST
    A3: bottom line, I’m skeptical re: positive meaning for lower rates. Rate easy to control, while educational improvement is hard #caedchat
  • ObrownOliver Nov 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
    A3: In California, suspension no longer means loss of learning. Set boundaries for students while maintaining learning #caedchat
  • sdpaulette Nov 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
    Does someone have the link to questions handy? I'm still trying to get thru the feed to find it. ;) #caedchat
  • CAedchat Nov 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
    You’ve all been marvelously engaged tonight. Speaking of engagement, Q4… @CohenD #caedchat
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
    A3: teach the whole child! #caedchat
  • elena_SF_CA Nov 5 @ 11:26 PM EST
    A3: From my POV I've seen both a reduction in serious behavior problems & the conversion to restorative justice practices. #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:27 PM EST
    Q4: CA to offer “Seal of Civic Engagement” on HS diplomas (prob. start in 2021) https://t.co/NaLpy8f87I #CAedchat What do you think?
  • SeeMeCruzn Nov 5 @ 11:27 PM EST
    A2: I left the traditional HS setting bc I was overly stressed, being taken for granted, & felt unappreciated #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:27 PM EST
    good to hear - has your district put time, money, personnel into that effort to make it work? Needs to be the norm, not exception #caedchat
    In reply to @elena_SF_CA
  • Smithyhawk Nov 5 @ 11:28 PM EST
    Loved my first #CAedchat great moderating @CohenD #MyFaveTeacherofAllTime time to get the toddler to bed!
    In reply to @NowaTechie, @DKriedeman, @CohenD, @MWheeler2016, @CohenD
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:28 PM EST
    The thing about As giving up control is that Ts have to step up and assume control over other Ts. Are schools ready for this? #caedchat
    In reply to @NowaTechie, @Smithyhawk, @CohenD
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:28 PM EST
    thanks for joining in! Every Sunday (pretty much) - 8-9 p.m. #caedchat
    In reply to @Smithyhawk, @NowaTechie, @DKriedeman, @MWheeler2016
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:28 PM EST
    I think often times Ts want to learn & observe but get overwhelmed. Keep trying! #caedchat
    In reply to @karlacalbear, @DKriedeman, @Smithyhawk, @CohenD
  • ObrownOliver Nov 5 @ 11:29 PM EST
    A3: Many local schools implement @PBISRewards. Restorative circles, progressive discipline etc. Equip students to act properly #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:29 PM EST
    HUGE question! Unions must get on this, be open to learning about different model, guild approach, etc. It can work. #caedchat
    • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:28 PM EST
      The thing about As giving up control is that Ts have to step up and assume control over other Ts. Are schools ready for this? #caedchat
      In reply to @NowaTechie, @Smithyhawk, @CohenD
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:29 PM EST
    There's a fine line between guiding fellow teachers by leading and assuming control over a colleague #caedchat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @Smithyhawk, @CohenD
  • elena_SF_CA Nov 5 @ 11:29 PM EST
    Funny, I don't even see this as multi-tasking b/c I'm used to this level of busy, but really, I rotate the work & I take breaks! #caedchat
    In reply to @aloah
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:30 PM EST
    A4: I did a quick read...is the seal based on the school site or individual student? #caedchat
  • chrislewis_10 Nov 5 @ 11:30 PM EST
    A4: Herczog does gr8 work 4 LACOE & for Center for Civic Ed. Check out Democractic Schools & Civic Ed Blueprint #caedchat @CAsocialstudies
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:30 PM EST
    I hope your admin supports with offers of sub coverage for he other Ts. Ts need to see new, not just listen to someone talk. #CAedchat
    In reply to @karlacalbear, @Smithyhawk, @CohenD, @NowaTechie
  • GoldCoastCUE Nov 5 @ 11:30 PM EST
    The Gold Coast CUE Review is out! https://t.co/MDw2ESeSMn #cue16 #edtech #caedchat #edchat
  • karlacalbear Nov 5 @ 11:30 PM EST
    A5 the HS where my Ss attend require community service hrs to graduate. In rural areas, lack of trans makes this a challenge. #caedchat
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:31 PM EST
    No $ for subs 4 that this year. We're working out alt ways. #caedchat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @karlacalbear, @Smithyhawk, @CohenD
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:31 PM EST
    individual student - it’s a way of distinguishing strong civic engagement for individual students upon graduation #caedchat
    In reply to @MrsBarnett_Tchr
  • karlacalbear Nov 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
    A5 pt2 my CTA chapter is trying to do more community service so community just doesn't see us during crisis. #caedchat
  • chrislewis_10 Nov 5 @ 11:32 PM EST
    A4: Check out @CAsocialstudies Conference in March or @SCSSA_Prez or CA Civic Ed https://t.co/LipWUGNc9p https://t.co/JKB2Twi5Gt #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
    A4: I like the idea, but hope it doesn’t become a paperwork nightmare or something students seek without really valuing it #caedchat
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
    I like that...I think society has turned away from community & moved towards self. Would like to see this at the elementary level. #caedchat
    In reply to @CohenD
  • CAedchat Nov 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
    Unions have come up a few times - and here comes a related question from @CohenD #caedchat
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
    Sorry control was a poor word choice.”Responsibility" for the children in all classes.Ts like @karlacalbear will have T visitors #CAedchat
    In reply to @NowaTechie, @Smithyhawk, @CohenD, @karlacalbear
  • elena_SF_CA Nov 5 @ 11:33 PM EST
    I can't speak for our district, but our school admin, psych & teachers have become more collaborative re:behavior & discipline. #caedchat
    In reply to @CohenD
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:34 PM EST
    Q5: News quiz: What CA districts have recently had teacher strikes, or might soon? What are the issues? #CAedchat
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:35 PM EST
    Shared Pineapple charts can be a way for willing Ts to collaborate! #caedchat
    • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:31 PM EST
      No $ for subs 4 that this year. We're working out alt ways. #caedchat
      In reply to @DKriedeman, @karlacalbear, @Smithyhawk, @CohenD
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:35 PM EST
    I knew what you meant, thx 4 clarifying. Bad memories in our Dist from early 2000's w coaches. Haven't had any since. #caedchat #FineLine
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @Smithyhawk, @CohenD, @karlacalbear
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:35 PM EST
    A5: I believe it was Calavares...but I'm not sure for what. #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:36 PM EST
    A5: hint - two large districts joined by Highway 99 might both be on strike next week #caedchat
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:37 PM EST
    Yes, Yes, Yes! Guild approach is great. Not us vs. them. Just US! Ts must be honest with each other to build culture. #caedchat
    In reply to @CohenD
  • principledlady Nov 5 @ 11:37 PM EST
    A5: $$$$ #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:37 PM EST
    Yes - Calaveras strike has ended, thankfully #caedchat
    In reply to @MrsBarnett_Tchr
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:38 PM EST
    A5: Sacramento City and Fresno Unified both on the verge of strikes #caedchat
  • Salisbury603 Nov 5 @ 11:38 PM EST
    Probably due to pay and class size #CAedchat
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:38 PM EST
    2000’s would be the days of walkthroughs, checklists, PD devoted to test prep, and we were worried about hockey stick graphs! #caedchat
    In reply to @NowaTechie, @Smithyhawk, @CohenD, @karlacalbear
  • karlacalbear Nov 5 @ 11:38 PM EST
    A5 Calaveras recently, in crisis San Francisco, Fresno... Not all issues r salaries. Affordable housing, teacher safety, benefits. #caedchat
  • nallstedt Nov 5 @ 11:38 PM EST
    A5: Recent Calaveras-Upcoming Maybe Sacramento City and Fresno TA-why? Class Size, Safety, Salary Benefits to name a few reasons #caedchat
  • elena_SF_CA Nov 5 @ 11:39 PM EST
    A4: (1/3) I support encouraging civic responsibility. I helped deliver bags of food to needy families in my town for Thanksgiving. #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:39 PM EST
    A5: my understanding is strike can’t be just about salary, though it can be part of negotiations. Mainly about working conditions #caedchat
  • principledlady Nov 5 @ 11:40 PM EST
    Just curious has a district you know of moved to strike for anything other than $ or benefits? #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:40 PM EST
    I think I just answered that kind of by accident #caedchat
    In reply to @principledlady
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:41 PM EST
    A5: watch for social media posts from friends/colleagues re: strikes and show solidarity w/ brothers and sisters around CA #caedchat
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
    A5: So many amazing educators get hurt in strikes and some teacher to teacher relationships are lost. #caedchat
  • elena_SF_CA Nov 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
    A4: (2/3) I remember one man, a father, living in a home after a fire w/ no electricity. We gave him two bags. It opened my eyes. #caedchat
  • Doceri_Jason Nov 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
    Having been through an almost Strike in #SFUSD Srikes are always about MANY issues like general respect for T input. #caedchat
    In reply to @CohenD
  • CAedchat Nov 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
    Who’s ready for Q6? Hopefully everyone in #caedchat Here it comes via @CohenD
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:42 PM EST
    A4: We have a No Strike clause in our contract. #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:43 PM EST
    Q6: What are risks for conflict of interest in tech company relationships w/ teachers, schools, districts? Any direct experience? #caedchat
  • sdpaulette Nov 5 @ 11:43 PM EST
    A6: This one is near & dear to me. I have to steer clear of San Diego County as I work for a tech company. #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:44 PM EST
    A6: The New York Times recently ran two relevant articles - links on the #caedchat public doc. https://t.co/og6AkC3yIG
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:45 PM EST
    And working in Silicon Valley, and having a semi-high profile in teaching, I’ve been approached by mult. tech companies #caedchat
    In reply to @sdpaulette
  • principledlady Nov 5 @ 11:45 PM EST
    A6: I think this is a fascinating topic to explore. #caedchat
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:45 PM EST
    A6: I think there is an effort among leaders to quit thinking a program is the solution so I just need to purchase it. #oldDays #caedchat
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:46 PM EST
    The articles shared tonight are really good! Thank You #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:46 PM EST
    A6: true, but there are still huge purchases in hardware, learning management systems/platforms #caedchat
    In reply to @DKriedeman
  • sdpaulette Nov 5 @ 11:47 PM EST
    A6: Tech companies value the expertise that educators offer. Co-creating/developing #caedchat
  • elena_SF_CA Nov 5 @ 11:47 PM EST
    A4: (3/3) He shook our hands & thanked us. When we got back to school, we ran a fundraiser for that family. It was life-changing. #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:48 PM EST
    A6: yes, and we should offer it - we want useful products, after all! But must watch out for Ss’ needs first, avoid conflicts #caedchat
    In reply to @sdpaulette
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:48 PM EST
    w/ #OER we can invest in district Ts instead of buying the latest gadget. Too often money was spent w/ no plan to develop Ts #CAedchat
    In reply to @CohenD
  • Doceri_Jason Nov 5 @ 11:48 PM EST
    I’d Strike just over Not being allowed to strike! You in southern Ca? #caedchat
    In reply to @NowaTechie
  • karlacalbear Nov 5 @ 11:49 PM EST
    A6 I like the PD offered but being an ambassador or certified teacher can put pressure to present to keep status at some tech co. #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:49 PM EST
    we have no-strike clause too in Palo Alto #caedchat
    In reply to @Doceri_Jason, @NowaTechie
  • rickeducation Nov 5 @ 11:50 PM EST
    A6: The temptation is to over-praise the vendor. But worth the risk. Yes, I have worked w/ many vendors: @SMART_Tech, etc #caedchat
    In reply to @CohenD, @SMART_Tech
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:50 PM EST
    Yes, look at students and pedagogy! Not the new shiny tool. #caedchat
    In reply to @CohenD, @sdpaulette
  • Doceri_Jason Nov 5 @ 11:50 PM EST
    Santa Rosa is in contract negotiations. Hoping our admin can work better with us since fires. They were great during fires. #caedchat
  • sdpaulette Nov 5 @ 11:50 PM EST
    A6: Agreed! But you're also looking after student's needs when refining/consulting on a product. :) fine balance of time #caedchat
    In reply to @CohenD
  • CAedchat Nov 5 @ 11:50 PM EST
    It always feels like time flies during #caedchat and Q7 is about to fly into your twitter feed from @CohenD
  • karlacalbear Nov 5 @ 11:50 PM EST
    A6 was in the first gp Google CRT's 2006. Asked us to present a few times. Now there are tests that cost $$ 4 status! #caedchat
  • elena_SF_CA Nov 5 @ 11:51 PM EST
    A5: Our CTA is raising money to help teachers who are striking and their families. I'm proud that teachers are helping teachers. #caedchat
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:51 PM EST
    Purchasing Chromebooks for Ss w/o training... #caedchat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @CohenD
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:51 PM EST
    Q7: CA scores flat in 3rd yr of SBAC - but same is true for every state using SBAC. https://t.co/B6EQHKHVFH What questions arise? #caedchat
  • nallstedt Nov 5 @ 11:52 PM EST
    A5: https://t.co/GTVTj59kXS #caedchat
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:52 PM EST
    With that said there should be some basics like every student with access to the Internet. #equity in edtech is a dream right now #caedchat
    In reply to @NowaTechie, @CohenD, @sdpaulette
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:52 PM EST
    A7: Last yr was my first in 3rd and I was blown away at what was expected from my kids! #caedchat
  • sdpaulette Nov 5 @ 11:52 PM EST
    A7: how much of the common core is at play in this? S's still learning, t's still learning. I'm curious. #caedchat
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:53 PM EST
    A7: What's wrong with the test? #caedchat
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:53 PM EST
    A7: just to add some context that’s 13 states. And states using PARCC assessments didn’t show that pattern #caedchat
  • principledlady Nov 5 @ 11:53 PM EST
    A7: Mybiggest ? Is when will we stop feeding the high stakes testing beast #caedchat
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:54 PM EST
    PARCC tests throughout year, not one big one right? #caedchat
    In reply to @CohenD
  • sdpaulette Nov 5 @ 11:54 PM EST
    BASICS - LOVE......What if every edtech org had some skin in the game with laying the foundation to #equity in edtech #internet #caedchat
    In reply to @DKriedeman, @NowaTechie, @CohenD
  • Doceri_Jason Nov 5 @ 11:54 PM EST
    When did that come in? I was a T in PAUSD in 2012 T’s talked about striking then. But PA ‘s benefits/ salary great! Pedagogy? #caedchat
    In reply to @CohenD, @NowaTechie
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:54 PM EST
    #equity in education is a dream almost everywhere in the USA right now. 2017. Must get over “other people’s kids” thinking #shame #caedchat
    • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:52 PM EST
      With that said there should be some basics like every student with access to the Internet. #equity in edtech is a dream right now #caedchat
      In reply to @NowaTechie, @CohenD, @sdpaulette
  • MrsBarnett_Tchr Nov 5 @ 11:55 PM EST
    A7: not only do Ss need to be proficient in the stnds but they need 2 have tech skills. this is hard when 2nds dn't have 1:1 tech. #caedchat
  • Doceri_Jason Nov 5 @ 11:55 PM EST
    Un American Uncalifornian #caedchat
    In reply to @NowaTechie
  • Salisbury603 Nov 5 @ 11:55 PM EST
    A7 Need to develop another way to show accountability for standards besides a "big test" once every year. #CAedchat
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:56 PM EST
    Can't get into contract w/o Ts voting it in. Started when we had year round. Never got it back. #caedchat
    In reply to @Doceri_Jason
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:56 PM EST
    Well, follow the money #caedchat
  • sdpaulette Nov 5 @ 11:56 PM EST
    A7 what country is it that doesn't test their kids but once until they get to a certain grade level? #caedchat Yeah, that.
  • DKriedeman Nov 5 @ 11:56 PM EST
    A7: When will we realize these tests are not measuring what our communities need & we will truly create partnerships w/ business. #caedchat
  • principledlady Nov 5 @ 11:57 PM EST
    A7: I also believe there may be some calibration issues at certain grades. #caedchat
  • karlacalbear Nov 5 @ 11:57 PM EST
    Q7 can any test truly measure student capability? How about getting T feedback. Flexibility needed in admin of tests. #caedchat
  • Doceri_Jason Nov 5 @ 11:57 PM EST
    Something to work for? #CAedchat
    In reply to @NowaTechie
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
    I agree, but realize those countries have a different culture in their society. They are over the 'someone else's kid' mentality #caedchat
    In reply to @sdpaulette
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
    A7: and while they keep tinkering with SBAC/PARCC we’re under pressure to use scores for more so-called accountability. Not good. #caedchat
  • sdpaulette Nov 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
    LOVE this as well. We need 2 establish a template for schools 2 create these partnerships within the community. - is there one? #caedchat
    In reply to @DKriedeman
  • rickeducation Nov 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
    A&: When question when comparing @SmarterBalanced to https://t.co/lHzl78uibP is test "validity." Do they measure the same things? #caedchat
    In reply to @CohenD, @SmarterBalanced
  • ObrownOliver Nov 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
    A7: How will teacher preparation programs and local school districts find innovative ways to increase teacher expertise? #caedchat
  • NowaTechie Nov 5 @ 11:58 PM EST
    The average rdg level in my 5th grade class is 2nd grade. I'm not unique in my district. #caedchat
    In reply to @DKriedeman
  • CohenD - Moderator Nov 5 @ 11:59 PM EST
    Well, #caedchat, there were a couple more questions in queue - check the public doc if you want to continue past 9pm https://t.co/og6AkC3yIG
  • Doceri_Jason Nov 5 @ 11:59 PM EST
    Garbage in garbage out. #sBLECH!! #uselessdata my own kids will never take state tests. #optout ! #CAedchat
    In reply to @CohenD