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ice_il Nov 21 @ 10:00 PM EST

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robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:00 PM EST

Please include #ILedchat to engage in our chat this evening. We’ll be posting an archive following the conversation.

ice_il Nov 21 @ 10:00 PM EST

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robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:01 PM EST

Please share relevant resources with #ILedchat tonight. We’ll link them on our G+ community. https://t.co/eEgnLzR87q

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:01 PM EST

We use the Q/A format & we will start with our first question momentarily. Be sure to use our favorite hashtag! #ILedchat

B_KOL Nov 21 @ 10:01 PM EST

Hello #iledchat! Looking forward to a great chat tonight. :)

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:02 PM EST

Welcome! Please introduce yourself, your role in EDU, & What's your favorite holiday food? #ILedchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:03 PM EST

We're thankful you are here with us tonight! Always good to see you (virtually)! #ILedchat

In reply to @B_KOL

VWitherell Nov 21 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hi #iledchat ! K-5 tech & library teacher. Homemade bread is where it's at!

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:03 PM EST

Yes! And smells are free! That's what gets me, the smell of fresh-baked bread! #ILedchat

In reply to @VWitherell

STEMedTeacher Nov 21 @ 10:04 PM EST

Alex Larson Engineering teacher and pumpkin pie chiffon only pecans are gross on pie. #ILedchat

B_KOL Nov 21 @ 10:04 PM EST

I'm glad to be back tonight with you! #iledchat

In reply to @robert_schuetz

BarbaraGruener Nov 21 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hello #ILedchat ~ Barbara, school counselor and author of @WhatsUnderYourCape in TX. Love the smells of Thanksgiving, especially pumpkin.

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:05 PM EST

Oooh! Going straight for the desserts - no rules, right?!? Welcome Alex! #ILedchat

In reply to @STEMedTeacher

B_KOL Nov 21 @ 10:06 PM EST

Oh no!! I love pecan pie though. More for me I guess. :)#iledchat

In reply to @STEMedTeacher

BarbaraGruener Nov 21 @ 10:06 PM EST

Oh, my mom used to make Pumpkin Chiffon Pie. Yumm-O! Such a fun memory. #ILedchat

In reply to @STEMedTeacher

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:06 PM EST

@WhatsUnderYourCape Welcome Barb. I miss the smells from my grandma's kitchen. #ILedchat

In reply to @BarbaraGruener

BarbaraGruener Nov 21 @ 10:06 PM EST

You and me both! I try to duplicate them whenever I can but there are some things that NO ONE can make like G-ma! #ILedchat

In reply to @robert_schuetz

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:07 PM EST

While others join in, we will follow the Q1, Q2, Q3 format with A1, A2, A3 in response! Get ready for our first question! #ILedchat

mdstacy Nov 21 @ 10:07 PM EST

Hi #iledchat ~ Matt Stacy, Inst. Tech Specialist. Candy yams.

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:08 PM EST

A cheer just came up from across the room - you have agreement at our house! #ILedchat

In reply to @mdstacy

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:09 PM EST

Q1: Educationally speaking, when do your proudest moments occur? #ILedchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1 I'm thankful we have growing interest in service-based learning. The interactions & reactions are heartfelt & real. #ILedchat

mdstacy Nov 21 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1. When I see Ts and Ss grow more confident and empowered using tech in tasks #iledchat

BarbaraGruener Nov 21 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1: i take pride in connecting with & empowering Ss, especially those who have walls up, whose behaviors scream "leave me alone!" #ILedchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:11 PM EST

When these happen together - extra special! Thanks for sharing! #ILedchat

In reply to @mdstacy

B_KOL Nov 21 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1) My proudest moments occur when a student who is struggling finally has their "a ha" moment. When something clicks. #iledchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:13 PM EST

We're learning connections are vital to meaningful learning. THX for pointing us in a good direction! #iledchat

In reply to @BarbaraGruener

B_KOL Nov 21 @ 10:13 PM EST

A1) When students gain confidence in their abilities. #ILedchat

STEMedTeacher Nov 21 @ 10:13 PM EST

A1 When guarded Ss open up and are honest. It shows me that we have a relationship to build our learning from #ILedchat

VWitherell Nov 21 @ 10:13 PM EST

A1: When students want to talk to me and ask questions about the projects outside of the classroom! #ownership #excitement #iledchat

Amy_MacCrindle Nov 21 @ 10:14 PM EST

The "aha" moments in students and staff. Makes it all worth it! #iledchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:09 PM EST

Q1: Educationally speaking, when do your proudest moments occur? #ILedchat

voboyle Nov 21 @ 10:14 PM EST

A1) Talking to kids about being kind and grateful even when they don't want to be #ILedchat Vicky Tech Ed and Library- BrusselSproutsroasted

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:14 PM EST

The perfect starting point right?!? Trusting relationships - you invite & foster them! #iledchat

In reply to @STEMedTeacher

BarbaraGruener Nov 21 @ 10:14 PM EST

Isn't that a fantastic feeling?! #empowerment #engagement #passion #ILedchat

In reply to @VWitherell

labcbaker Nov 21 @ 10:15 PM EST

Kathy- I hope you will consider contributing to admin digital best practice collection https://t.co/ZkMldCtvQh @kathyamelton #iledchat

In reply to @kathyamelton

Amy_MacCrindle Nov 21 @ 10:15 PM EST

Hi #ILedchat! Amy Mac - Director of Literacy in the North West suburbs of Chicago. Happily ALMOST Thanksgiving!

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:15 PM EST

Yes! Becoming self-directed with their learning - igniting passions! #ILedchat

In reply to @VWitherell

STEMedTeacher Nov 21 @ 10:15 PM EST

Best part is we both learn from the experience #iledchat

In reply to @robert_schuetz

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:16 PM EST

Welcome Amy! We just got started. Thank you for joining us tonight! #iledchat

In reply to @Amy_MacCrindle

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:16 PM EST

#Truth #ILedchat

In reply to @STEMedTeacher

B_KOL Nov 21 @ 10:17 PM EST

Yes! Forgot to include staff. Important!! #iledchat

In reply to @Amy_MacCrindle

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:17 PM EST

Nice start everyone! Q2 coming soon! #ILedchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:18 PM EST

Q2: How can, or should, we make gratitude a staple of our school culture? #ILedchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:19 PM EST

A2 I think of the Peanuts cartoons, Ss may not always here you, but they're always watching. #Modeling #ILedchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:20 PM EST

Grammar police gonna bite me on that one! here / hear Oh well, I can take it. #ILedchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:21 PM EST

RT Q2: How can, or should, we make gratitude a staple of school culture? #ILedchat

B_KOL Nov 21 @ 10:22 PM EST

I've been editing/correcting my tweets all night. It happens. #iledchat

In reply to @robert_schuetz

BarbaraGruener Nov 21 @ 10:22 PM EST

A2: Visual displays that keep #gratitude out in front of Ss and staff are a great start. Thankfulness. Intentional, on purpose. #ILedchat

voboyle Nov 21 @ 10:22 PM EST

A2:I was just rdg. thinking to include daily gratitude in Ss morning brdcast purposeful gratitude, would love to see it #iledchat

kathyamelton - Moderator Nov 21 @ 10:23 PM EST

A2 Making gratitude part of culture can sometimes be found in the simplest interactions daily; model a grateful heart & empathy. #iledchat

B_KOL Nov 21 @ 10:23 PM EST

A2) Expressing thanks in meaningful ways. Let the words carry weight. #ILedchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:23 PM EST

Yes! I've also seen programs emphasizing random acts of kindness. Make it visible - good strategy! #ILedchat

In reply to @BarbaraGruener

Amy_MacCrindle Nov 21 @ 10:23 PM EST

A2: it must be a part of the culture starting from the top down. #iledchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:18 PM EST

Q2: How can, or should, we make gratitude a staple of our school culture? #ILedchat

STEMedTeacher Nov 21 @ 10:24 PM EST

Give respect to Ss they are people too. Something about a golden rule fits here well I think. #ILedchat

B_KOL Nov 21 @ 10:24 PM EST

Empathy is key. Something the world needs more of. #iledchat

kathyamelton - Moderator Nov 21 @ 10:23 PM EST

A2 Making gratitude part of culture can sometimes be found in the simplest interactions daily; model a grateful heart & empathy. #iledchat

STEMedTeacher Nov 21 @ 10:24 PM EST

A2 Give respect to Ss they are people too. Something about a golden rule fits here well I think. #ILedchat

kathyamelton - Moderator Nov 21 @ 10:25 PM EST

A1 Proud moments= Staff & Ss take risks; Ss find & use their voices; & teams work together for the good of children! #iledchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:25 PM EST

Agree, it sends a powerful message when our Admins are at the center of giving & gratitude! #ILedchat

In reply to @Amy_MacCrindle

VWitherell Nov 21 @ 10:25 PM EST

A2: Every staff member modelling gratitude, providing opp to say thanks to others, and explicit character teaching #iledchat

McLane_Ryan Nov 21 @ 10:25 PM EST

@robert_schuetz It's amazing how many staff members keep a simple post-it note of thanks. #Iledchat

In reply to @Amy_MacCrindle, @robert_schuetz

BarbaraGruener Nov 21 @ 10:25 PM EST

A2b: Modeling. Expressing #gratitude F2F is very powerful. Thanking people, affirming them. Nice notes & happy calls home, too! #ILedchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:26 PM EST

I'm with you - make it a contagious thing! #iledchat

In reply to @VWitherell

Amy_MacCrindle Nov 21 @ 10:26 PM EST

Yes! As a Principal I offered to take on a person's supervision for 5 min. It's the little thinks #iledchat

In reply to @McLane_Ryan, @robert_schuetz

STEMedTeacher Nov 21 @ 10:26 PM EST

@kathyamelton just came across #shareyourtruth . Something many Ts don't do is share personal situations and experiences. #iledchat

In reply to @B_KOL, @kathyamelton

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:26 PM EST

Picked up some momentum there - thanks everyone! Next question coming up! #ILedchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:27 PM EST

Q3: What are you most thankful for in school? #ILedchat

BarbaraGruener Nov 21 @ 10:27 PM EST

Gratitude IN ALL THINGS can be really hard, so we keep those notes, to remember! #ILedchat

In reply to @McLane_Ryan, @Amy_MacCrindle, @robert_schuetz

B_KOL Nov 21 @ 10:28 PM EST

I do. My sts love to know I'm not perfect (& wasn't perfect as a student either). #iledchat

In reply to @STEMedTeacher, @kathyamelton

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:29 PM EST

A2 I always thought how cool it would B to B a professional learner. I'm thankful for the opportunity to share learning w/ others #ILedchat

voboyle Nov 21 @ 10:29 PM EST

A3: My colleagues @grodewald #Gower, my students, my families, and coffee:) #iledchat #lovemyjob

In reply to @GRodewald

B_KOL Nov 21 @ 10:29 PM EST

A3) My students. Always. #iledchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:29 PM EST

Nice list - others would agree with this! #ILedchat

In reply to @voboyle, @GRodewald

kathyamelton - Moderator Nov 21 @ 10:29 PM EST

A3. Thankful for the people! Staff who work hard & work together, parents who trust us & children who give their best every day! #iledchat

mdstacy Nov 21 @ 10:30 PM EST

A3. Most thankful for positive school culture and community support. Ss thank teachers regularly as they exit #iledchat

BarbaraGruener Nov 21 @ 10:30 PM EST

@robert_schuetz YES! We sent these #kindness countdown calendars home Friday for our families to get ready for the holidays! #ILedchat

voboyle Nov 21 @ 10:30 PM EST

Thanks for an opportunity to reflect on the great things this eve. #iledchat I am new to "chat" and didn't want to jump in!

In reply to @robert_schuetz

STEMedTeacher Nov 21 @ 10:30 PM EST

A3 easy one... Our extremely supportive admin, wait no the awesome colleagues but then theres the maintenance staff and Ss... Ahhh #ILedchat

Amy_MacCrindle Nov 21 @ 10:30 PM EST

A3: Ability to question, grow, change, and impact others. Wouldn't trade this profession for anything! #iledchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:27 PM EST

Q3: What are you most thankful for in school? #ILedchat

bookfin Nov 21 @ 10:30 PM EST

A3 Sense of community. I know as a staff, we feel that the CNB staff is family. We look out for and take care of each other. #iledchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:31 PM EST

We're glad you did! Talk soon Vicky! #ILedchat

In reply to @voboyle

BarbaraGruener Nov 21 @ 10:31 PM EST

A3: I am thankful for stakeholders who partner with us to raise value-able citizens. It truly takes a village! #ILedchat

B_KOL Nov 21 @ 10:31 PM EST

A3) My former team who still makes time to collaborate, share, & plan even though we aren't together anymore. #ILedchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:31 PM EST

Bonus prompt - Q4: What is your plan for helping students feel and express gratitude in school? #ILedchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:32 PM EST

Where did the 1/2 hour go?!? Thank you for contributing to #ILedchat. Momentarily, an archive of tonight's chat will be shared via @Storify.

In reply to @Storify

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:32 PM EST

Please take a moment to follow some folks you’ve met at #ILedchat & keep the conversations going!

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:33 PM EST

THANK YOU to all of you who gave up part of your Monday night to contribute to learning! #ILedchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:33 PM EST

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robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:33 PM EST

Please consider joining us at 9 pm CST on Monday 11/28 when we discuss activating staff support. #ILedchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:33 PM EST

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BarbaraGruener Nov 21 @ 10:34 PM EST

No question. When I got the it's "I Love Joshua Day" call from my son's 6th grade teacher, my heart soared! #ILedchat

In reply to @VWitherell

VWitherell Nov 21 @ 10:34 PM EST

A3: Thankful for great students, positive school culture, hard working colleagues, and great community support. #iledchat #u304proud

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:35 PM EST

Make it a great week everyone. Share your gratitude w/ Ss & staff tomorrow! Happy Thanksgiving from the #ILedchat Team!

megormi Nov 21 @ 10:35 PM EST

Sorry I missed the #iledchat tonight! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. I’m thankful for all of you chatting and learning!

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:33 PM EST

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voboyle Nov 21 @ 10:35 PM EST

A4: for tomorrow...simply asking is your heart being kind...being grateful:) until I get a plan! Thanks 4 learning & reflection #iledchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:36 PM EST

Nice thought - thank you for sharing. So glad you could jump in with us. #ILedchat

In reply to @megormi

B_KOL Nov 21 @ 10:38 PM EST

Happy Thanksgiving to all my #ILedchat friends!! Have a great week!!

kathyamelton - Moderator Nov 21 @ 10:39 PM EST

@robert_schuetz You've been quoted in my #Storify story "11/21/16 #iledchat Gratitude in Schools " https://t.co/AS7Tk61ZwM

In reply to @robert_schuetz

MrZawlocki Nov 21 @ 10:53 PM EST

Does anyone keep a bearded dragon? #mschat #iledchat

robert_schuetz Nov 21 @ 10:53 PM EST

Thankfulness leaves a mark tonight! #ILedchat Have a safe & relaxing holiday.