#MASSPchat Archive
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Monday February 15, 2016
Hi All- Welcome to - Let's start w/intros: name, school, position...bonus question, did you work today?
Hi all. Steve Carlson, Principal of Sandusky Jr/Sr High School. No schools for Ss/Ts, but I logged about 4 hrs today.
I'm lauren a high school english teacher at algonac high school. No school today!
Rockford had the day off but u better believe I made good use of the day! https://t.co/poFO50H34O
Hi All- Welcome to - Let's start w/intros: name, school, position...bonus question, did you work today?
Hi. JoLynn Clark, Frankenmuth High School principal, and yes, we had school today (our 4-day wknd is this coming Fri/Mon!)
Inland Lakes Schools, Indian River. ELA 9 & 10 Teacher along w/ numerous other titles.I worked today along w/ some cheer practice
I'm mary a high school science teacherbloomfield hills. I had school today!
Hi Steve- Great to have the 2016 MASSP MS Principal of the Year with us tonight! https://t.co/rxeH5jlDqE
Hi all. Steve Carlson, Principal of Sandusky Jr/Sr High School. No schools for Ss/Ts, but I logged about 4 hrs today.
Hello Lauren- Welcome! Great that you're joining us! https://t.co/V7R3iuRvZR
I'm lauren a high school english teacher at algonac high school. No school today!
Hello Katy! I'm sure you packed your day. https://t.co/m3fzuxQjRN
Rockford had the day off but u better believe I made good use of the day! https://t.co/poFO50H34O
Hi All- Welcome to - Let's start w/intros: name, school, position...bonus question, did you work today?
What a great day off! East Jordan High School Principal
Hi. JoLynn Clark, Frankenmuth High School principal, and yes, we had school today (our 4-day wknd is this coming Fri/Mon!)
congrats Steve! https://t.co/cl21Gu4SYe
Hi Steve- Great to have the 2016 MASSP MS Principal of the Year with us tonight! https://t.co/rxeH5jlDqE
Hi all. Steve Carlson, Principal of Sandusky Jr/Sr High School. No schools for Ss/Ts, but I logged about 4 hrs today.
Carl, MS principal from Traverse City. School today but I'll count last weeks back2back snow days as our Presidents' Day weekend
Hi Mary- Great to have you with us! Glad you had an extra day! https://t.co/h7QP0pcHYm
I'm mary a high school science teacherbloomfield hills. I had school today!
Scott Pfeiffer, MS/HS Principal @ Countryside Academy. Worked from home. It was glorious!
Rachelle from St. Clair. Central office admin . Checking in for a few minutes
Hi! Awesome that you could join us...with everything else you've got going on! https://t.co/fkfG09kwhT
Inland Lakes Schools, Indian River. ELA 9 & 10 Teacher along w/ numerous other titles.I worked today along w/ some cheer practice
Wow! Two of our 2016 Principal's of the Year are on tonight! Welcome JoLynn. https://t.co/n2aLwvaBYX
Hi. JoLynn Clark, Frankenmuth High School principal, and yes, we had school today (our 4-day wknd is this coming Fri/Mon!)
Hello Madame President- I hope you slept in! https://t.co/VBoz3FaJqw
What a great day off! East Jordan High School Principal
I was up on the North Country Trail along the Hodynpyle snow shoeing earlier today.
Hello Carl- Wow! I know there's been a lot of snow in TC. https://t.co/udNejG8DvA
Carl, MS principal from Traverse City. School today but I'll count last weeks back2back snow days as our Presidents' Day weekend
Hi Scott- Working from home is a nice bonus! https://t.co/ikKRXHFjne
Scott Pfeiffer, MS/HS Principal @ Countryside Academy. Worked from home. It was glorious!
Hi Rachelle- Great to see you here. https://t.co/HFWvn6Idjo
Rachelle from St. Clair. Central office admin . Checking in for a few minutes
Kyle from Mattawan, lurking in the tonight-- I'll be in and out, but I'm curious.
Hi all, I am an AZ principal I always love to read the tweets after I wanted to join in
I will post Q1: and you use A1: with your answer to keep the chat organized. I also encourage you to respond to ea other.
Hi Kyle- Lurking is welcome! Thanks for checking in. https://t.co/VFJ9VRytXH
Kyle from Mattawan, lurking in the tonight-- I'll be in and out, but I'm curious.
What a great opportunity! Learn from the best & have a blast w/ the smartest people in education! https://t.co/am35jtbmUQ
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Great example of chat norms if you are just beginning to participate in Twitter chats https://t.co/wR6hKG4mU4
I will post Q1: and you use A1: with your answer to keep the chat organized. I also encourage you to respond to ea other.
Yay! Love having colleagues from other states join us. Welcome Karen. https://t.co/J2ADhv41Gd
Hi all, I am an AZ principal I always love to read the tweets after I wanted to join in
Welcome, Karen! Wildcat or Sun Devil?
Q1: It's a challenge to keep students and staff focused the week of Spring Break. How do you help to maintain an inst focus?
Hi Steve, was great learning with you in Lansing last week.
A1: Last week of 3rd Quarter for us. Lots of tests, projects due. Always helps!
A1: Maintain routines, but be realistic with assignments. Make them relevant to student experience
A1: Have your teaching shift to facilitation - make sure school work is meaningful to the student
A1: I try to have the week planned out so that the students are aware of exactly what the week entails. https://t.co/asjEzBZWAm
Q1: It's a challenge to keep students and staff focused the week of Spring Break. How do you help to maintain an inst focus?
Tracy Wilson, Principal Grand Haven HS ... Yes normal full-day.
A1 The best way to keep students and staff focused is for me to model it. It's a great week to be in classrooms.
BAM! Great tips...agree with Ugh. https://t.co/ZUI3hqnzMi
A1: Maintain routines, but be realistic with assignments. Make them relevant to student experience
A1:Nothing special from me other than reminders about keeping expectations high. Ts do well on their own https://t.co/zhpCruwSal
Q1: It's a challenge to keep students and staff focused the week of Spring Break. How do you help to maintain an inst focus?
A1 It's all about expectations--be clear and consistent! We ask Ts don't "eat your own"
A1:Share expectations w/staff in advance (no parties, checking plans) & we do a "spring break spirit week" to keep it fun for all
BAM! Great point. Your visibility is important. https://t.co/mFLd6GOKuh
A1 The best way to keep students and staff focused is for me to model it. It's a great week to be in classrooms.
A1: give them work that is valuable but flexible for the many who miss much of that week. https://t.co/asjEzBZWAm
Q1: It's a challenge to keep students and staff focused the week of Spring Break. How do you help to maintain an inst focus?
A1: I will be transitioning units from informational to argumentative. I plan on using engaging lessons focused on debate
Hello Tracy- Great to have our President Elect with us! https://t.co/vst3fPRG7x
Tracy Wilson, Principal Grand Haven HS ... Yes normal full-day.
hard with testing when we return. R Renaissance club will hand out treats all wk +pts toward carnival https://t.co/SD9SMmQR7p
Q1: It's a challenge to keep students and staff focused the week of Spring Break. How do you help to maintain an inst focus?
Lol! Words of wisdom from an MASSP Past President. Thanks for joining us Jenny. https://t.co/feFwxoXRCN
A1 It's all about expectations--be clear and consistent! We ask Ts don't "eat your own"
Great plan! Students enjoy the opportunity to debate (just ask their parents)! https://t.co/HoYBdEFuRS
A1: I will be transitioning units from informational to argumentative. I plan on using engaging lessons focused on debate
I think the key to focus is business as usual and try to schedule meaningful projects/presentations so admin can visit
Hey Great to "see" you on Twitter :)
Very smart! Great to ensure all students can stay on track. https://t.co/AWQ6x2RaOb
A1: give them work that is valuable but flexible for the many who miss much of that week. https://t.co/asjEzBZWAm
Q1: It's a challenge to keep students and staff focused the week of Spring Break. How do you help to maintain an inst focus?
Great advice for the week before spring break! Business as usual https://t.co/NGs22OQtOA
I think the key to focus is business as usual and try to schedule meaningful projects/presentations so admin can visit
Important for Ts & Ss to know they will see the SAT test items w/their results to help motivate them. https://t.co/BeZ8QoCLf6
hard with testing when we return. R Renaissance club will hand out treats all wk +pts toward carnival https://t.co/SD9SMmQR7p
Q1: It's a challenge to keep students and staff focused the week of Spring Break. How do you help to maintain an inst focus?
I like the Spring Break spirit week idea! Also important to set expectations. https://t.co/qDTVxfUXb6
A1:Share expectations w/staff in advance (no parties, checking plans) & we do a "spring break spirit week" to keep it fun for all
A1 Set expectations building-wide, maintain visibility, get into the classrooms, no movies, talk to students and staff
- Thurs. (Feb 18) at 8pm w/ guest mod - "Growth Mindset for Educators
A1: Know your purpose, design lessons in segments, & get students engage in purposeful talk, as well as reading, & writing.
Laingsburg High School principal checking in... looking forward to learning lots tonight... interesting topic!
BAM! Meaningful & engaging work is key! https://t.co/uQyTXP495s
I think the key to focus is business as usual and try to schedule meaningful projects/presentations so admin can visit
A1 more presence in the halls by administrators. Plan reward rallies and interventions to break up the week.
A1: Know your purpose, design lessons in segments, & get students engaged in purposeful talk--as well as reading, & writing.
Hi Brian- Thanks for joining us. Just about to post Q2. :) https://t.co/LYqOAWNbQN
Laingsburg High School principal checking in... looking forward to learning lots tonight... interesting topic!
A1 and this year we are trying a career day.
A1. Keep routine as much as possible. Classroom work must engage and challenge. Ts do this naturally
A1 set expectations within the classroom, communicate these with staff, get into the classrooms, maintain visibility
Good ideas- visibility and some fun are both important. https://t.co/4KjgY5UDaD
A1 more presence in the halls by administrators. Plan reward rallies and interventions to break up the week.
The week before is perfect to build for the week after break. What will your message to your stakeholders be when you return?
Q2: Do you caution Ss about spring break behavior that may impact the athletic code and/or college admissions before break? How?
Routines and proceedures, Routines and procedures
Do you need a professional fish tosser?
A2: No but I'm interested to get some ideas from the room tonight. I think we're missing an opportunity. https://t.co/IttsJnyfKV
Q2: Do you caution Ss about spring break behavior that may impact the athletic code and/or college admissions before break? How?
We host a guest speaker on drugs/alcohol for March PTO mtg. Great turnout!
One can always use a professional frozen fish tosser! https://t.co/Os9ULA6nJH
Do you need a professional fish tosser?
A2: When I was in the classroom we would talk about behavior not staying on break. Now, use district hashtag to share articles
A2: We don't go into details, just tell kids to have a safe and relaxing Spring Break.
A2: Always but many don't believe me since they rarely see any consequences from their bad behavior. 😕
https://t.co/d7diew9n1b
Q2: Do you caution Ss about spring break behavior that may impact the athletic code and/or college admissions before break? How?
A2: What happens on break doesn't stay on break.
Always a good choice - for me, when we get back, my message for the next stretch will be "mental toughness."
When I was Principal at RHS I always did a school wide announcement encouraging Ss to make good choice. https://t.co/9bLL4XlgDD
A2: No but I'm interested to get some ideas from the room tonight. I think we're missing an opportunity. https://t.co/IttsJnyfKV
Q2: Do you caution Ss about spring break behavior that may impact the athletic code and/or college admissions before break? How?
A2 I haven't ever done so.....but should!
Good idea to share articles. So many scary stories! https://t.co/gwdraXjvhc
A2: When I was in the classroom we would talk about behavior not staying on break. Now, use district hashtag to share articles
MRS and MI Works, looking for the non-typical careers for Ss. We want to show students more than docs Ts, vets & lawyers
Great idea! Is the speaker local law enforcement? https://t.co/iIsB6nbY2B
We host a guest speaker on drugs/alcohol for March PTO mtg. Great turnout!
agreed - curious to hear how others might do this.
A2: I always instill in my athletes the fact they're representing our team/school. Interested to see how to hit home with Ss.
A2: Yes, students need to see the connection! Formative should reflect summative, Every day is valuable https://t.co/mj0yjkM6mv
Q2: Do you caution Ss about spring break behavior that may impact the athletic code and/or college admissions before break? How?
BAM! Really important to remind students of this. Many just don't think of the repercussions. https://t.co/gANzf0XzWC
A2: What happens on break doesn't stay on break.
Yes, Chris Swanson. He would travel--has his own business.
A2. Is missing piece not student education but rather parent ed? Many of them are on these trips and allow poor behavior
A1: Encourage staff to stay the course. We've held a celebration assembly this week is there was reason to recognize success!
Are they held to strict consequences if they're caught? https://t.co/dn1iqHxtxK
A2: We don't go into details, just tell kids to have a safe and relaxing Spring Break.
Yes! Not just before SB, through the the yr. Ts share news from all over state-no lack of ex in the news https://t.co/mkE7omNtYH
Q2: Do you caution Ss about spring break behavior that may impact the athletic code and/or college admissions before break? How?
There are many articles of colleges revoking admission- might want to share these. https://t.co/iRbilCCkxy
A2: Always but many don't believe me since they rarely see any consequences from their bad behavior. 😕
https://t.co/d7diew9n1b
Q2: Do you caution Ss about spring break behavior that may impact the athletic code and/or college admissions before break? How?
A2: Always tell students to be safe and careful.... No Spring Break in life... Don't get a tattoo ... On skin or digitally
RT ⤷ A2: What happens on break doesn't stay on break. | https://t.co/jBSHiFURrC
A2: What happens on break doesn't stay on break.
We are balanced calendar, I caution before intercessions and breaks, and sprinkle throughout!
https://t.co/eOO4g4D9So
Yes! Not just before SB, through the the yr. Ts share news from all over state-no lack of ex in the news https://t.co/mkE7omNtYH
Q2: Do you caution Ss about spring break behavior that may impact the athletic code and/or college admissions before break? How?
A2- as a high school T, absolutely. As a MS admin, no. What they don't know...
A2: Teach students that if you share a picture with 1 person ... you shared with the world
I think it would also be good to have StuGo do some PSAs on the topic. Peer to peer is good. https://t.co/6yUOaIsMSS
A2 I haven't ever done so.....but should!
A2: ABSOLUTELY. During senior meeting, ask students to please not put us in the position to have to enforce policies.
exactly! And something ALWAYS comes back for admin to deal with https://t.co/5tXhhyYFwK
A2: What happens on break doesn't stay on break.
here too. No consequences from parents so they definitely aren't listening to me
Agreed- that can probably wait till HS. https://t.co/OdacthzALc
A2- as a high school T, absolutely. As a MS admin, no. What they don't know...
What happened to what happens in Beulah stays in Beulah?
A2: What you do when no one is looking matters just as much as when the world is the stage
We do this pretty heavy in the weeks leading up to Graduation https://t.co/GN9hZtUTcb
A2: ABSOLUTELY. During senior meeting, ask students to please not put us in the position to have to enforce policies.
A2: PA announcement to entire building about making good choices!
Kids can always use reminders! Not bad to send a reminder to parents as well. https://t.co/UiFBSOliEn
A2: ABSOLUTELY. During senior meeting, ask students to please not put us in the position to have to enforce policies.
I think there is a place for social media sharing discussion though. Focus on kindness, what is bullying
BAM! Now that is an important message to share with Middle level kids as well. https://t.co/Udxri7BVi2
A2: Teach students that if you share a picture with 1 person ... you shared with the world
Lots of stories out there for students to hear ....
You started it and it is on Facebook. game. plus I'm Proud of you. https://t.co/gdGHfhA8QE
What happened to what happens in Beulah stays in Beulah?
I think kids listen to the teachers they respect a great deal, don't underestimate your reach. https://t.co/bSbBHmt72K
here too. No consequences from parents so they definitely aren't listening to me
Now I get it Donna. I thought I had missed another educational term 'fish tosser' ha!! Too funny!! https://t.co/a1RpfJ31qH
Do you need a professional fish tosser?
Catchy! Just added this to my calendar in March. Will plan to email parents & remind students https://t.co/SyTPKg8Axr
A2: What happens on break doesn't stay on break.
Q3: Does anyone communicate spring break cautions to parents as well? How?
A3- if you do a weekly email communication that would be a perfect time. Or most schools have an alert system that can also do it
A3: I would cut/paste the message I had for Ss in announcements in my listserv email to parents. Wanted them to reinforce it.
A3: no, but this NEEDS to happen! https://t.co/lZ9t5T3Rla
Q3: Does anyone communicate spring break cautions to parents as well? How?
A3: This is a wonderful reminder to add to my weekly parent eblast.
A3: My son travelled 2 Europe with school. MANY conversations. But kiddos who went to the islands? Not so much. Parents in charge
A3: Again, I think SHS is missing an opportunity. Loving the ideas everyone is sharing. Keep 'em coming! https://t.co/4WldWenOoX
Q3: Does anyone communicate spring break cautions to parents as well? How?
A3: I don’t think we have, however this would be a good idea using remind 101 for S’s & P’s
A3: Great opportunity for parent meetings, blog posts, newsletters. Use concrete examples, not scare tactics
A3. When I taught HS, school would send similar message pre- homecoming, prom, etc. Consistent message is key
Concerning how many times I hear parents are taking Ss on break and allowing drinking. https://t.co/sL6MSmPHA1
A3: My son travelled 2 Europe with school. MANY conversations. But kiddos who went to the islands? Not so much. Parents in charge
A3: Should happen... Give parents same reminders we give to students. Often Students follow parents lead on these things
A3: I try to communicate to parents about sb - but I need a more efficient way
BAM! Can never repeat this too often. https://t.co/bzZ3ThpdSG
A3. When I taught HS, school would send similar message pre- homecoming, prom, etc. Consistent message is key
Yes Ma'am! https://t.co/aDZO9PoA0l
A3: Great opportunity for parent meetings, blog posts, newsletters. Use concrete examples, not scare tactics
A3 We do a great job in the week leading up to Prom. Need to do the same for Sp. Break! Thanks for the ideas!
A3: At the AP Summit the speaker we had on drug trends really opened my eyes on the need to communicate more to Ps on this.
This is where teachers' voices are silence by the parents. What they say goes. https://t.co/OurL3hh3DK
Concerning how many times I hear parents are taking Ss on break and allowing drinking. https://t.co/sL6MSmPHA1
A3: My son travelled 2 Europe with school. MANY conversations. But kiddos who went to the islands? Not so much. Parents in charge
Exactly the kinds of stories I hear. https://t.co/7souMI1nXZ
Sometimes the parents aren't sober enough to monitor kiddos
Q4: When will you begin student scheduling for the 2016-17 school year? Any changes in course offerings for next year?
we host Dev Healthy Kids series 4 times a yr very pop with Ps. topics: suicide, anxiety, defiance, etc even S panel great events!
Exactly! https://t.co/I2FrYHdds1
A3: Should happen... Give parents same reminders we give to students. Often Students follow parents lead on these things
Awesome- great to have a systemic plan to address such critical issues. https://t.co/VHcb65agSM
we host Dev Healthy Kids series 4 times a yr very pop with Ps. topics: suicide, anxiety, defiance, etc even S panel great events!
parents looking to use for info. We need to pass it along. https://t.co/qStzDJXBLg
A3: At the AP Summit the speaker we had on drug trends really opened my eyes on the need to communicate more to Ps on this.
A4: Happening NOW... Some course changes made before Christmas
A4: we will start course request surveys soon. Have plans for a new, Senior-level Health-type class. https://t.co/BmJp3HNiIv
Q4: When will you begin student scheduling for the 2016-17 school year? Any changes in course offerings for next year?
A4 I have my parent meeting regarding scheduling this week. I will have students registered before Spring Break!
A4. Beginning now. Need to modify elective offerings, especially Spanish at the MS. Lot of Ss will get Spn 1 credit as 7th grader
I think it is a great "whole child" piece- parents need to know that they are partners w/the school. https://t.co/rr9azPO4LM
parents looking to use for info. We need to pass it along. https://t.co/qStzDJXBLg
A3: At the AP Summit the speaker we had on drug trends really opened my eyes on the need to communicate more to Ps on this.
A4: Already in the process. Learning communities at the HS drive course selection, so not many changes for the new school year
A1 scheduling started last week. 9-11 meeting showing new courses and CTC & AP opportunities. Early college stuff. Visit to 8th
A4: Rolling out Course Description Guide Feb 26. Online scheduling March 4 for 10th - 12th and March 18 for 9th.
Great. Any new course options for next year? Online or blended classes? https://t.co/LSW4fUwRQS
A4: Happening NOW... Some course changes made before Christmas
1st wk Mar. Guid w/Ss for course requesting. New "Virtual" Course Offering book this yr - I recorded Ts talking about classes!
Any new course offerings next year? https://t.co/uDEV3pNGXa
A4: Rolling out Course Description Guide Feb 26. Online scheduling March 4 for 10th - 12th and March 18 for 9th.
Students pickings now! Process complete before SB. We r on tris. Will be scheduling eng 10 yr round https://t.co/H23vnwbxtG
Q4: When will you begin student scheduling for the 2016-17 school year? Any changes in course offerings for next year?
Do students schedule online or paper schedule card? https://t.co/1aWDfG9b9W
A1 scheduling started last week. 9-11 meeting showing new courses and CTC & AP opportunities. Early college stuff. Visit to 8th
That's great! https://t.co/ymO6LhE5r3
A4. Beginning now. Need to modify elective offerings, especially Spanish at the MS. Lot of Ss will get Spn 1 credit as 7th grader
A4: Some minor tweaks but nothing brand new ... Yr 2 now of several newbies. Moving to alternating year elective offerings.
Great chance to add some spring break cautions! https://t.co/gxWpBOibL1
A4 I have my parent meeting regarding scheduling this week. I will have students registered before Spring Break!
A4 This month New courses are on table but small school will mean problems w/contracts & master schedule
A4: Crossing fingers for to make me happy for next year lol
Signing off Have a GHO planning session! Great questions. Consider participating in chat. We need admin voice!
Our 1st yr w/ Skyward = our 1st yr online schedule requests. Should be huge time-saver https://t.co/BXtVSXockc
Do students schedule online or paper schedule card? https://t.co/1aWDfG9b9W
A1 scheduling started last week. 9-11 meeting showing new courses and CTC & AP opportunities. Early college stuff. Visit to 8th
A4(B): Anyone offering new online or blended learning opportunities? Anyone offering a financial literacy class?
A4 Do a much better job including online courses in the student registration process. Tracking parent permission better
You'll love that! https://t.co/JKGjqne7NR
Our 1st yr w/ Skyward = our 1st yr online schedule requests. Should be huge time-saver https://t.co/BXtVSXockc
Do students schedule online or paper schedule card? https://t.co/1aWDfG9b9W
A1 scheduling started last week. 9-11 meeting showing new courses and CTC & AP opportunities. Early college stuff. Visit to 8th
very interested in how rotating schedule might work out for a building like mine. https://t.co/tlOgkP4HmQ
A4: Some minor tweaks but nothing brand new ... Yr 2 now of several newbies. Moving to alternating year elective offerings.
I think its a great idea to rotate elective options every other year in a small school. https://t.co/osgN5P1Vwo
very interested in how rotating schedule might work out for a building like mine. https://t.co/tlOgkP4HmQ
A4: Some minor tweaks but nothing brand new ... Yr 2 now of several newbies. Moving to alternating year elective offerings.
Q5: How do you involve parents in the scheduling process?
p we use Skyward yr 7 if you have questions
A5: Student & parent requests for course selection - the end numbers drive the schedule, especially electives available.
awesome! This is why you have a PLN. None better than the one you find at !
A5 Parent informational meeting prior to registration. Parents will receive S registration and can send it back with changes.
A5: not sure that we do except for telling them that it's happening. https://t.co/j35tQZIu8v
Q5: How do you involve parents in the scheduling process?
A5: Seems like we need parents to have better info than the scheduling book. Anyone create online info sharing options?
Trying to figure out how to combine|modify Econ with personal finance exciting but prob not for next yr https://t.co/mzMknGgETL
A4(B): Anyone offering new online or blended learning opportunities? Anyone offering a financial literacy class?
A5: Inform them of options, encourage them to talk with their child about selections: Listen to questions and offer advice
8th gd parent night, emails, curriculum guide on line. New this year pamphlet with suggested 4 yr plans https://t.co/AP4Muo698x
Q5: How do you involve parents in the scheduling process?
We always had a 8th grade parent night to go over the options. Needed to do more for 10-12. https://t.co/a1sIb5P9mD
A5: not sure that we do except for telling them that it's happening. https://t.co/j35tQZIu8v
Q5: How do you involve parents in the scheduling process?
A5: Email them with details and request they check over selections prior to 'submitting'.
BAM! Sharing 4 year plans is important. Need to see patterns/options. https://t.co/AxvKlNe10w
8th gd parent night, emails, curriculum guide on line. New this year pamphlet with suggested 4 yr plans https://t.co/AP4Muo698x
Q5: How do you involve parents in the scheduling process?
Used to do online but went back to paper to get parent input. Ps have to sign before Ss turn in form https://t.co/FRTZdSa58o
Q5: How do you involve parents in the scheduling process?
A5: If I had a "do over" for involving parents in scheduling I'd do recorded slide shares & a recorded webinar option.
A5: Our counselor has course requests mostly done. We require parents sign. Early college is growing & might create challenges.
To keep the parent piece intact, we'll have Ss print the schedule request to be signed. No paper saved :( https://t.co/0u7SQWI40Y
Used to do online but went back to paper to get parent input. Ps have to sign before Ss turn in form https://t.co/FRTZdSa58o
Q5: How do you involve parents in the scheduling process?
Wow! It's 9pm...Didn't get to my last question! Thanks for the great sharing again tonight my PLN. Thanks for everything you do.
