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.
Hi! Tisha Richmond Tech Integration Specialist in Southern Oregon and author of #MLmagical! Excited to chat with you about MAGICAL learning this morning!
Fav magic song...."You can do magic" - America
#LEADLAP
Barbara Page, from Waco TX & EdD student @BaylorSOE! My favorite “magic” song is “Cant Stop This Feeling!” Makes Ts & Ss feel the ability to do ANYTHING! #leadLAP
Hi, Tisha! Monica from Chattanooga. Teaching Pre-k. There’s so much that’s magical! Right now I’m loving our good morning songs. Greeting each other for a good start of the day. 🤞🏽 #LeadLAP#preklikeapirate
Hey @tishrich good morning. Glad to see you leading up #LeadLAP and congratulations on your book #MLMagical - I'm Jay from NJ and one of my new favorites is Renegades from XAmbassador https://t.co/fJdeM97FCq
Hey #LeadLAP - Alicia from NC - Lead Digital Learning & Media Innovation Facilitator at an awesome STEM magnet middle school - Favorite "magical" song:
"3 is the magic number" from SchoolHouse Rock HAHA!
Good Morning #LeadLAP crew! Kristina from Alberta, Canada. I'm the AP @PrairieWaters!
Not sure I have a favourite Magic song! But I do love the Police - Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic!
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@tishrich, @burgess_shelley, @BethHouf, @PrairieWaters
Good Morning #LeadLAP crew! Bobbie from MA checking in a few minutes late- cooking the family breakfast :) Lots of magical songs- music makes the world go round!
Good morning everyone! Carla, secondary leader at The Community for Learning in Santo Domingo, Dom Rep. Looking forward to another magical chat with #LeadLAP
Jennifer here from Palm Springs CA-I’m having a #magical year as assistant administrator of instructional improvement. So excited to chat with all of you!#LeadLAP
Hi #leadLAP "Do you believe in Magic?" Our Halloween was spooktacular @OakHarborPS We let students dress up for the first time in years, did an all school walk/run so we could see everyone's costumes. Then, we had parent teacher conferences Nov. 1,2 to let kids sleep in.
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
Howdy #leadlap from Barbara in TX; not a song or gif but it's my favorite new #mindfulness title!
Stopping in for a spell to learn from @tishrich before heading out to savor this Saturday.
https://t.co/afGQC3vHXp
Good Morning #LeadLAP. Vicki, VP from BC. A ‘magic’ song for me is tied to memories of dancing/doing air-band with my boys when they were little (We sang their version of the lyrics...”Juice Box Hero”)
Jack Sparrow— Even in the most impossible situations, Jack makes the impossible...possible #LEADLAP
Jeremy Hurd, Superintendent in Hoven, SD. Glad to be in the chat today
A1: Hospitality is MAGICAL!
Greeting Ss with a warm welcome, an entertaining hook, passion & enthusiasm are all ways to create a memorable beginning each day! #LEADLAP#MLmagical
Hi #LeadLAP. Kim, principal in Wisconsin, signing in. 🙋♀️ My favorite magic song might give away the era I grew up in. 😎 America - You Can Do Magic https://t.co/yh6theNwpV via @YouTube
Good morning everyone! Middle School AP from Rocky Mount, VA. When I think of magic, there is only one thing that comes to mind!
https://t.co/DLB9THvW48#Leadlap
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1: I start everyday with “tell me about it.” Anything they want to share with me & the class- I’ve had so many introverted Ss that have come out of their shell with that it’s a great way to learn alongside each other! #LEADLAP#TXed#Edleadership#EDUgladiators
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1: One of our first lessons this year was sequencing the book Zoom as a class. So much fun watching them think through the act of zooming in and out of an image focusing on the details. #LeadLAP
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1 I like to start every week with music and going to each classroom to give them a welcome and a pump up for the week. In my classroom we start each week with gratitude and sharing about our weekends. #LeadLAP
A1: I know that as a learner myself, I love walking into a classroom or a PD session where music is playing to greet me. Music makes me happy and excited for what's to come! #LeadLAP
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
Might have to head out a few min early, but definitely wanted to get as much #MLmagical and #LeadLAP time as I could! Next two Saturdays will be spent on a cruise ship, so I'll be having withdrawals, lol.
A1: This year my team started out by putting an @Flipgrid video about ourselves on our webpage in August. Even my dog made an appearance. It was a great jumpstart to building relationships #LEADLAP#MLmagical
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1: Puppets are MAGICal. Students love them; they think they are real and they will really open up to them. Here Winthrop is talking with them about good v. poor choices. If I didn't have a puppet with me when I was welcoming Ss to our #leadership lab, it led to mutiny. #leadlap
A1. Starts day 1 with creating trusting relationships and awesome experiences. Continue thru year with providing ways for kids to have fun in social situations. #leadlap
A1: Doing morning supervision - greet them by name (or as many as possible). Be visible as often as possible. Invite them into my space so they know it's a safe space. #LeadLAP
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1 Helping beginnings stick by reminders after the beginning. Don't lose the passion. Bringing the beginning back so we remind ourselves of the excitement. Ask questions that help us explore our purpose more. Keep the main thing the main thing. #leadLAP
A1. I like to read what science thinks about lasting memories.
1) Create Moments of Elevation
2) Celebrate Moments of Pride
3) Build Moments of Connection
from https://t.co/x4jjoMFrEs#LeadLAP
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1: Greeting kids off the buses with high fives, "Good Morning" and smiles. Sometimes music, sometimes dancing, always a funny or different hat. We start our day with as much positivity as we can #LeadLAP
This is so super but so powerful. It builds culture and community. We're not just here to learn the content--we're also here to learn from each other and thrive in life #leadlap
A1: I start everyday with “tell me about it.” Anything they want to share with me & the class- I’ve had so many introverted Ss that have come out of their shell with that it’s a great way to learn alongside each other! #LEADLAP#TXed#Edleadership#EDUgladiators
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1: Relationship building is super big in our classroom. I also love surprises!! I often get the kids to close their eyes for a minute before a great hook or suprise. A student that I taught last year and this year told them "Her surprises are awesome Close your eyes!!" #LeadLAP
A1: This year at our school we made the first day of school “magical” for students. It was a first day unlike any other focused around our new vision statement. #LeadLAP#MLmagical
A1 We don’t do anything the first day of school except get the kids excited about coming back. This year we had a Back to School Boot Camp theme and staff dressed up in camo and we had army Jeep out front. #leadlap
A1: As a new person at my school, it’s important to build those beginning relationships! I make sure to greet others with cheer, visit classrooms to model reading and writing, and listen to all! #LeadLAP
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1: You only get one chance to make a first impression...don't waste it! Start strong! I love to transform entrances, use music, lighting effects, and of course pre-heat the grill by building mystery, curiosity, buzz, and anticipation. #LeadLAP#tlap
Yes! In my classroom, I always have instrumental covers of current hits, playing. They love that & are shocked when I sing or hum along. They say “I’m not so old after all!” 😂😂 #LeadLAP#Edugladiators#TXed#Edleadership
A1: I know that as a learner myself, I love walking into a classroom or a PD session where music is playing to greet me. Music makes me happy and excited for what's to come! #LeadLAP
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1: When we first meet, I ask our freshman class to introduce themselves to 10 other people that they don't know during the first week of school. #relationshipsmatter#LeadLAP
A1: We spent some time digging in our compost bin the day we had a new student. I love our compost bin, so I might make that magical moment memorable and do that whenever we have a new student. @EDGreenRibbon#leadLAP
A1... It's amazing how our Ss now run into school on Friday mornings excited to learn all because we do #HighFiveFriday... every Ss is greeted with a high five letting them know we're excited they've made it through the week. #LeadLap
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1. Starts day 1 with creating trusting relationships and awesome experiences. Continue thru year with providing ways for kids to have fun in social situations. #leadlap
A1 This year I at the school-wide behavior assembly, I asked them their expectations of me. We look for ways to include students in the creation of our school culture to make it more democratic. Morning greetings, connections. #LeadLAP
A1. spaced repetition, and is very effective for improving long-term memory and enhancing learning. It can keep your most precious memories intact and available for as long as possible. https://t.co/WczMSJ73Tf#LeadLAP
A1: The beginning of the year, we did a school-wide assembly and balloon launch. At the beginning of each day, we do morning meetings and handshaking. My AP and I greet students outside and I get the chance to walk the building and go around to the classrooms #LEADLAP
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1 Still working on this, but on Monday I’m going to have a greeter that will greet each student in a method of their choosing. And we’re adding a friendship tree along with our wall of family photos. It’s their classroom, too. not just mine. #leadlap
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1: We all want to be part of something bigger than ourselves. I like to begin by reminding people of a greater purpose- they are a part of changing lives for the better. #LEADLAP
A1: It starts as I walk in the door of the building. I try to greet as many students as possible by name as I'm walking to my room. Between hours I love joking around with students. #leadlap
A1: I do a 'Follow the Cup' demo for Ss where I seemingly make water disappear (thanks to sodium polylacrylate).. it keeps the Ss on their toes while observing in science and sets the tone for an exciting year that will push them academically #leadLAP
A1b: At the beginning of each class, I have a welcoming message so I can stand at the door greeting students as they come into the media center. #LeadLAP
Q2: AUTHENTICITY & AGENCY
When we create circumstances for authenticity & agency, our classrooms become magical places full of empowered learners.
How can you help Ss in your school pursue their authentic passions?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1 An LA T did a spiderweb discussion on The Catcher in the Rye. She set the classroom up as the bar Holden goes to - watching Ss react as they walked in was magical. #LeadLAP
A1: Start by being friendly. Look approachable to Ss, Ts and parents. A Magical classroom or a magical school building is that way, not because of magical activities, but because of friendly people that are willing to to lend a hand! #LEADLAP
Good morning #leadlap-jumping in when I can. A1) my 7th grade classes start with “Moment of Awesome” Ss can share anything they’re proud of or passionate about. I still can’t get over the discoveries we’ve made about each other because of 1 min and sometimes less:)
Yes! Students were surprised I could guess their name at the ice cream social before school even started if they just gave me the first letter. The first day of school and almost everyday, I greet students with a handshake and tell them good morning by name. #leadLAP
A1: We have a pep rally type of opening for freshmen before the 1st day of school called Brave Beginnings. Brave because were the Braves. The freshmen get to hangout and do ice breaker games with our Peer Leaders who are seniors. #LeadLAP
Q1: MEMORABLE BEGINNINGS
The environment you create & way you make your Ss feel contribute to magical learning experiences.
What are some ways you make the most of beginnings by making them memorable?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1. So many responses to this question involve
1) Create Moments of Elevation
2) Celebrate Moments of Pride
3) Build Moments of Connection
from
WAY TO GO! #LeadLAP
A1 Hi 5's, hugs, fist bumps, ect...but most of all CALLING THEM BY NAME! So much power when a T calls the Ss by name. In fact, my son wrote about that in Be REAL.
I love how @JayBilly2 shouts "Welcome (Ss name)!" in a megaphone when the Ss gets off the bus.😍🚍 #leadlap
A1- we love to create hype and excitement at school- pep rally first day, #positivesignthursdays Pep rally for MAP testing! Make them want to come to school EVERY day #LeadLAP
A2: When we help Ss understand the important part they play not only in our school culture, but our world we empower them to radiate with authentic beauty that can shine brightly for the world to see. #MLmagical#LEADLAP
A1: Greet with a smile, greet by name, be fun, be funny, play music, take a few moments to just chat about anything they want, have a hook ready to engage them in the lesson - all done with enthusiasm and passion. #leadlap
A1: Morning - late to the party Wow, inspired!
A big genuine smile is the best way to start anything; the best motivational set, the best door greeting, the best everything - smiles are contagious. 😀
#leadLAP
A:1 Greeting Ss at the door can boost student engagement 20%! Start each class with a personalized greeting for each S--they're worth it, and it has lasting effects on the class session! #LeadLAP#TLAP#MLmagical
Welcoming Students With a Smile https://t.co/4qW232Gweu
A2: I can help by hiring passionate teachers. My passionate teachers have come up with @awaken_passion and lots of other amazing things for our students! #LeadLAP
Q2: AUTHENTICITY & AGENCY
When we create circumstances for authenticity & agency, our classrooms become magical places full of empowered learners.
How can you help Ss in your school pursue their authentic passions?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1.b: At the beginning of our faculty meeting this week we meditated. It was a risk, but there was silence for a few minutes to allow us to center. #mindfulleadership#leadlap
A2: Give students CHOICE. Maybe it's choice of topic, or choice of product, or choice of method of learning. It can even be choice of pacing. Choice makes us all feel we have some power and control. #leadlap
Q2: AUTHENTICITY & AGENCY
When we create circumstances for authenticity & agency, our classrooms become magical places full of empowered learners.
How can you help Ss in your school pursue their authentic passions?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A2: Whens Ss become the experts, they own it. By empowering our Ss with opportunities to fail, explore, create, and iterate they grow as a result. #LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1: I want to do better about this on the day to day. We make the first day a memorable experience with many of the things already mentioned, but daily, I want make a memorable impact better! #ownyourimpact#leadlap
A2: Genius hour is my favorite way to give kids time to pursue their authentic passions. By allocating time for them to have absolute autonomy over what they learn, we send the message that the learning is truly FOR THEM. #leadLAP#MLMagical
A1: For school year beginnings my team has a welcome website that we send out to students each summer to give them a sneak preview of who they will get to work with. Here's a blog post I wrote for @edutopia all about it: https://t.co/3U1G2Y5a7Z#leadlap
A2 Genius Hour is one way some of our fourth grade teachers experimented with last year and the kids loved presenting what they researched and created #leadlap
A2: by listening to their voice. If you want Ss to engage with material the conversation needs to start with them. @GereauNewTech does a fantastic job of creating authentic assignments that give meaning to what otherwise may be mundane. #LEADLAP
A2: empowering & celebrating their passions/interests. I’ve had Ss tell me they’ve never shared with other Ts before, b/c they didn’t care. They know I will ALWAYS stop and listen to them about their passions. #LeadLAP#EDUgladiators#TXed#Edleadership
Q2: AUTHENTICITY & AGENCY
When we create circumstances for authenticity & agency, our classrooms become magical places full of empowered learners.
How can you help Ss in your school pursue their authentic passions?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A1: I have grown to love starting the hallway morning routine with music which has led to many smiles & even some spontaneous dancing (students & adults). I also love singing to students (no music needed 🎤😜) & role playing new characters to our school. 😎🤓🤠👸👨🏻🍳 #LeadLAP
Q2: AUTHENTICITY & AGENCY
When we create circumstances for authenticity & agency, our classrooms become magical places full of empowered learners.
How can you help Ss in your school pursue their authentic passions?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A2: First of all, building relationships so we know what our students are passionate about. Secondly, give them time to explore either through some type of genius hour/20 % time or even through their reading interest #tlap#LeadLAP#MLMagical
A2 When we allow Ss to choose the way they'll show their learning (instead of assigning projects, etc) they can shine by using their talents. Choice creates motivation. #LeadLAP
A2: I give them time before and after school to explore their passions and create a product for others. This student has been learning how to quilt and use a sewing machine. So proud of him! #LeadLAP
A2 Wherever and whenever we can give them choice. I also think students need help discovering what their passions are by trying different things and being pushed out of their comfort zones a little bit. #LeadLAP
A2: Inquiry-based learning helps Ss find and use their authentic passions. Exposure to a wide range of topics through reading and viewing can also help. #LeadLAP
Q2: AUTHENTICITY & AGENCY
When we create circumstances for authenticity & agency, our classrooms become magical places full of empowered learners.
How can you help Ss in your school pursue their authentic passions?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
We have conversations about what they like and bring it into the room. When the learning goals were met in my 7th and 8th grade classes the past couple years, the video game tournies began. #LeadLAP
A2: Through conversation, surveys, etc. Learn about your students' interests and dreams, then integrate those things into your teaching. Takes some creativity, sometimes, on the part of the teacher, but it means so much to the students when you connect to them. #leadlap
Hi #LEADLAP. I let students have a lot of control over topics for @NationalHistory projects. Students find a topic they are passionate about and then I ask them to teach me...
So important and That was my biggest goal this year because I was terrible last year! and every day since the beginning of school I say every name every class and magically I’ve learned them all:) #leadlap
A1 Hi 5's, hugs, fist bumps, ect...but most of all CALLING THEM BY NAME! So much power when a T calls the Ss by name. In fact, my son wrote about that in Be REAL.
I love how @JayBilly2 shouts "Welcome (Ss name)!" in a megaphone when the Ss gets off the bus.😍🚍 #leadlap
A2 @IndigoProgram there is always a choice component to projects. Starting with a broad essential question lets the students develop their own driving questions. As principal, students who ask for changes are involved in writing policy and leading that change. #LeadLAP
Giving freedom, giving choice, providing open opportunities for exploration... Inside the school community, as well in the community at large. Taking learning outside of the four walls, physically and virtually. Validating differences. Valuing multiple pathway options. #LeadLap
Q2: AUTHENTICITY & AGENCY
When we create circumstances for authenticity & agency, our classrooms become magical places full of empowered learners.
How can you help Ss in your school pursue their authentic passions?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
Before the school year begins, I send out a letter using “pirate talk” telling them about the year ahead. The letter includes a pix of me dressed as a pirate to build excitement. I have also burned the edges of the paper to make it more “authentic”. #leadlap
A2. We have created a Maker Space available throughout the day that allows for creativity and choice, a student group Eagle Ambassadors that lead activities for new students and give tours and classroom instruction that is student centered. #leadlap
A2 Taking the time to listen to students and be authentic myself. If you don't make time for the real conversations they will know you won't have time for their passions either. #LeadLAP
A1. Welcoming & greeting my family with 🤛🏻👊🏻, 🤗, 🤚🏻, ❤️ while their musical playlist is playing & they are enjoying each other while doing #softstarts & greeting each other! #Leadlap
A2: I love the idea of Passion Projects. Here's a third-grade learner explaining his space research to my husband, a Planetary Scientist from NASA.
When the student becomes the teacher ... talk about equipping and empowering!
#leadlap
This is so true! I love seeing how students can guide where the lessons go! I got booed this week for creating a real-life situation for our Gr 4s! #LeadLAP
A2: I love passion projects and Teach the Teacher. They can choose anything they want to learn about or showcase talents and gifts they have. I also give lots of choice on a daily basis. Choice in how they showcase learning. Ss will now ask could I try this way instead. #LeadLAP
Yes! Through reading!!! We no longer have levels or quizzes - students read whatever they want when they want. It's been incredible to watch them set their own goals (how many books can I read in a quarter) and work toward them! #LeadLAP#MLmagical
A2: Taking time—intentionally—to get to know students and staff. Sometimes as leaders we get so busy, we don’t take the time to really get to know those we serve. #LEADLAP
A2: I think helping Ss link their passions to the curriculum in meaningful ways is powerful.. Ss can be the experts & leaders in the classroom.. Ss also learn more about one another, which builds relationships #leadLAP
A2 If you haven't tried #geniushour.... please do
... this gives Ss an opportunity for voice and voice but also give teachers opportunities to share their passions and build relationships w Ss #WorthIt#LeadLAP
Q2: AUTHENTICITY & AGENCY
When we create circumstances for authenticity & agency, our classrooms become magical places full of empowered learners.
How can you help Ss in your school pursue their authentic passions?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
I agree! Since I started doing Monday Morning Meetings and Friday Farewells in my classroom I feel like I know my students and their lives outside of school a lot better. It helps me connect their interests and passions to their learning. #LeadLAP
A2: Our teachers engage passion in our students through modeling...they have brought themselves and their passions into their classrooms and that ignites our students to do the same #LEADLAP
A2 In pre-K we can help kids pursue their passions during centers/free choice explanation time. By paying attention to what they say what they wonder about I can help provide some of that opportunity. #LEADLAP#MLmagical
Q2: AUTHENTICITY & AGENCY
When we create circumstances for authenticity & agency, our classrooms become magical places full of empowered learners.
How can you help Ss in your school pursue their authentic passions?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A2: We started the school year by sharing our own passions as a staff and thinking about ways to pursue our passions and model that pursuit for our students. #LeadLAP
Q2: AUTHENTICITY & AGENCY
When we create circumstances for authenticity & agency, our classrooms become magical places full of empowered learners.
How can you help Ss in your school pursue their authentic passions?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
Q2: AUTHENTICITY & AGENCY
When we create circumstances for authenticity & agency, our classrooms become magical places full of empowered learners.
How can you help Ss in your school pursue their authentic passions?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
I wish I could do it during class time, but I no longer have my own classroom - I do what I can though - "innovate within my box" as @gcouros says. #LeadLAP
A1 Hi 5's, hugs, fist bumps, ect...but most of all CALLING THEM BY NAME! So much power when a T calls the Ss by name. In fact, my son wrote about that in Be REAL.
I love how @JayBilly2 shouts "Welcome (Ss name)!" in a megaphone when the Ss gets off the bus.😍🚍 #leadlap
Q3: GAMIFIED EXPERIENCES
There are so many ways to create magical learning experiences with games.
What is your favorite game & what do you enjoy about it?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
#leadlap A2- by offering them opportunities to share their passion with an authentic audience. Ss love to share their great ideas with others. Next week our 8th graders are being featured at our local library here in Co. @debbierabideau@RSScrew@m_m_england
A2: We must know our Ss first and then consider every lesson with empathy for them. How can we modify content, process or product to empower them to use their passion to fuel learning? #LeadLAP#MLmagical@cat3y
Q2: AUTHENTICITY & AGENCY
When we create circumstances for authenticity & agency, our classrooms become magical places full of empowered learners.
How can you help Ss in your school pursue their authentic passions?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A2: Empowering for me as a teacher....are using weekly student feedback Google Forms to ask them about their learning! ..what are they learning & what would they like to learn -- pulling from their interests!
Authentic, meaningful feedback to help me meet their needs! #LeadLAP
A2. @Gcouros blog back in 2010 - The thought behind "Identity Day" was that every single student and staff member would share something that they were passionate about and create some type of display or presentation to show this interest. https://t.co/3CJVa0XcRc#LeadLAP
A2: Taking time—intentionally—to get to know students and staff. Sometimes as leaders we get so busy, we don’t take the time to really get to know those we serve. #LEADLAP
I love our school's makerspace in our library. It's open everyday before school and three days a week at lunch recess. @OakHarborPS The students arrive at school early just to be able to spend time there. #leadLAP
A2: I give them time before and after school to explore their passions and create a product for others. This student has been learning how to quilt and use a sewing machine. So proud of him! #LeadLAP
A2: I think there are many things students love but don't know it yet. I didn't know I loved animation and creating videos until my 6th grade teacher showed me a program that would let me do it. I think exposure to A HUGE range of possible interests is also important. #leadlap
Q2: AUTHENTICITY & AGENCY
When we create circumstances for authenticity & agency, our classrooms become magical places full of empowered learners.
How can you help Ss in your school pursue their authentic passions?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A2: We need to connect with our Ss to find out their DNA. Relationships ~ Relationships ~ Relationships! Talk with them, listen to them, find out their interests & passions. That comes 1st, then create time for them to do this (*not there yet). #LeadLAP
A3: I love watching TV reality game shows like the Amazing Race and MasterChef. The challenges involve strategy, collaboration, creativity, and fun! So many ways we can bring those game elements into our classes! #LEADLAP#MLmagical
No the kids! I had to lie to them about a pipe bursting! It was a forced migration! Then when they realized I had lied, they were not happy with me! Building relationships & then kind of breaking them! They forgave me! #LeadLAP
A2- I'm leading a 6th grade Genius Hour on Fridays to explore and model for staff to bring to their classes... Excited for them to share their projects with T's- and creating a Genius Day before XMAS vacation for T's to share their passions! #LeadLAP
Sometimes we discover passions and talents through having to do things we don’t want to do. This is why freedom of choice isn’t always the best answer.
#LeadLAP
Q3: GAMIFIED EXPERIENCES
There are so many ways to create magical learning experiences with games.
What is your favorite game & what do you enjoy about it?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A3: Favorite game? It's like asking to choose a favorite book! In the classroom, I love Bring Your Own Book. Give Ss a prompt--find a phrase in your book that could be a Xmas song title--and they each submit one. They have such fun with it! #leadlap
Q3: GAMIFIED EXPERIENCES
There are so many ways to create magical learning experiences with games.
What is your favorite game & what do you enjoy about it?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A2: I think it's important to let students dive deeper into a topic that is truly interesting them, even if it means leaving the pace of the rest of the class for a little bit. I love that spark when new learning inspires them to devote all their time to it. #leadlap
A1: I believe in making the beginning something AMAZING so that you hook your Ss & get them excited for what’s to come!! Our 1st day started with an epic dance party & daily magic moments haven’t stopped since! #LeadLAP
A2: Offer Ss choice & voice in the learning process! When Ss have ownership & are excited, authentic & powerful learning can take place! My 1st graders are currently working on a passion project that they’ll present in 2 weeks! They selected the topic & plan the lesson! #LEADLAP
A2: As many have shared, we started the year with all students taking part in genius/passion projects. One way to find out how we can better support the learning all year when we know what drives them! #leadlap
Q3: GAMIFIED EXPERIENCES
There are so many ways to create magical learning experiences with games.
What is your favorite game & what do you enjoy about it?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A3 I love @GetKahoot because it gets everyone so fired up in the classroom or even at a staff meeting. I also really like @quizlet because I really like the team component built in where they need to work together to succeed. #LeadLAP
#leadlap Game on! My favorite games right now are the ones I’ve been immersed in. One is a game I created incorporating algebra and westward expansion and the other is the Stock Market Game - collaboration at its finest @RSScrew@m_m_england
A2: I think there are many things students love but don't know it yet. I didn't know I loved animation and creating videos until my 6th grade teacher showed me a program that would let me do it. I think exposure to A HUGE range of possible interests is also important. #leadlap
A3: Ooo.. there are so many good games out there - I love any game that involves strategy (Settlers of Catan or Bonanza) - games bring people together #leadLAP
That is a great idea. We have tried to implement them in each grade and for the most part they happen on a regular basis. I really think they do help create that community within a classroom. #LeadLAP
A3: My favorite game is Boogle. We have Boogle tournaments, can you beat the teacher, and whole class Boogle. I love word play and am excited that the Ss love it too #LEADLAP#MLmagical
Q3: GAMIFIED EXPERIENCES
There are so many ways to create magical learning experiences with games.
What is your favorite game & what do you enjoy about it?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A3. I was skeptical of Fortnight but students created a game to demonstrate a solution to Design Thinking challenge. Reminded me to trust our kids and let them try new solutions. #leadlap
#LeadLAP looks like sooooo much fun this morning! Sorry to miss it! I’m on a school bus headed to cross country state meet to cheer on one of our student athletes! @tishrich
A3: I love playing content related Jeopardy or family feud with them! They don’t even know they’re being assessed, and the engagement is SKY HIGH! #EDUgladiators#TXed#LeadLAP
A3: Although I'm not in the classroom, I love the Quizziz and @GetKahoot because we know how important Retrieval Practice is and this provides a fun and good way for students to think about their learning and gain meta-cognitive skills #LeadLAP#MLMagical
A3: We have monthly House Challenges that encourage all of our kids to work together. They are judged and the winner chosen based on teamwork, sportsmanship, and following directions...so much fun #LEADLAP
Sometimes we discover passions and talents through having to do things we don’t want to do. This is why freedom of choice isn’t always the best answer.
#LeadLAP
A3. Once I was searching for a way to increase participation and conversations during a school/community presentation rather than talking at them. I used Jeopardy and they were rolling on the floor with laughter and discussing their involvement with the questions. #LeadLAP
A3 with adults I love Balderdash! making up definitions of words and guessing which one is correct is lots of fun yes I’m a nerd! With my kiddos trying to onboard them to a game I’m calling super knight. school mascot is a knight. #LEADLAP#MLmagical#XPLAP
Q3: GAMIFIED EXPERIENCES
There are so many ways to create magical learning experiences with games.
What is your favorite game & what do you enjoy about it?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A3 Personally, I used to love playing dominoes because it became so intense.I loved trying to come up with the best strategy to win but professionally I just watched quizletlive in a classroom and loved how kids worked together to decide the answers #leadlap
A3 so many cool tools and games out their that kids love like quizlet and Kahoot, also seeing teachers develop units and lessons around gamification has been so cool and fun to observe #Leadlap
A1 Cultivating magical experiences for our students is by design. From day 1, capture their experiences so they can see the beautiful journey at the end of the year-using @Buncee or @Flipgrid can be a great tool! #LeadLAP
A3 I'm going to be literal and talk about @oregontrail. I love this game and it has stood up to the test of time. You know my kids who play now in our westward expansion lesson are engaged when they say, "what the he'll? My whole family died!" #LeadLAP
A2: We started the year focusing on relationships during the first few weeks of school instead of content. Just yesterday, I heard a teacher give advice to a long-term sub who was just starting his first day. He said, "Focus on the relationships first". #love#it#leadlap
A3: This is a tricky question because I love so many games from my classroom! I think my favorite is my hacker competition and my students really love trasketball this year! #leadlap
Q4: INNOVATION
When we let go of notion that we have to be the expert & empower Ss to become experts instead, our classrooms become a magical place of innovation & possibility.
Share some ways that you allow your Ss to be the expert in your school setting?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A3- Our older kids have an elective called strategy games, students play, write reviews, and tell strategies they've developed, they also play "dungeons and dragons" I have no idea what they're doing, but they're definitely thinking and collaborating! And having fun! #LeadLAP
A3 I always like the "guess what the artifact is" type game. Having students try and work in teams to guess an object's purpose is fun and engaging #leadlap
Q3: I 💜 to play Scatagories with my family.
In class, my favorite games are where Ss answer a question, roll a dice, & move that # of spaces. This simple game board can be used in all subject areas.
#LEADLAP
Q3: GAMIFIED EXPERIENCES
There are so many ways to create magical learning experiences with games.
What is your favorite game & what do you enjoy about it?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A3: Human Hungry Hippos is a class favorite! I place math tasks inside & split my Ss into groups. They work together w/ their teammates to grab their colored balloon, pop it, & then solve the task! It’s a fun way to review standards w/ high S engagement! #LEADLAP
Huge and hard to do when you serve so many students. So very important, though. ;) Thank you for making it happen at your school, Krystal. ((hugs)) #leadlap
A4: Missions are opportunities for Ss to go above & beyond our classroom experiences to demonstrate their learning in unique ways. I launch a mission for every essential question in the unit. #LEADLAP#MLmagical
A2) amazing approaches and platforms out there I’ve used to tap into S passions but I’ve found the most important thing we can all do for our Ss (and staff) is simply ask. #leadlap
A3: Human Hungry Hippos is a class favorite! I place math tasks inside & split my Ss into groups. They work together w/ their teammates to grab their colored balloon, pop it, & then solve the task! It’s a fun way to review standards w/ high S engagement! #LEADLAP
A3:I like almost any game! I love challenges like trapped rooms or breakouts! Anything that I need to have clues. I'm trying to add these to the classroom when possible. #LeadLAP
Q4: INNOVATION
When we let go of notion that we have to be the expert & empower Ss to become experts instead, our classrooms become a magical place of innovation & possibility.
Share some ways that you allow your Ss to be the expert in your school setting?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A4: My Ss are currently working to create a blog to share their experiences at school. Game Club is currently organizing a Family/Community Game Night. It's so hard to release control, but they will make it amazing! #LeadLAP
A3- oh wait we also love @breakoutEDU games... but still getting All T's to use in their classrooms- slowly getting Ts to try it and model for others #leadlap
I want to use Balderdash as an intro activity sometimes. Give students new terms, names, dates for an upcoming unit and have them start imagining what they mean #leadlap
A3 with adults I love Balderdash! making up definitions of words and guessing which one is correct is lots of fun yes I’m a nerd! With my kiddos trying to onboard them to a game I’m calling super knight. school mascot is a knight. #LEADLAP#MLmagical#XPLAP
Q3: GAMIFIED EXPERIENCES
There are so many ways to create magical learning experiences with games.
What is your favorite game & what do you enjoy about it?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
Q4: INNOVATION
When we let go of notion that we have to be the expert & empower Ss to become experts instead, our classrooms become a magical place of innovation & possibility.
Share some ways that you allow your Ss to be the expert in your school setting?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
Q4: INNOVATION
When we let go of notion that we have to be the expert & empower Ss to become experts instead, our classrooms become a magical place of innovation & possibility.
Share some ways that you allow your Ss to be the expert in your school setting?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A4. Again @GCouros has such wisdom to share about this topic. "If we want to create a culture of innovation, we must focus on furthering our own learning and growth." #LeadLAP
Day 1 of Student Expert Game-Based Assessments. Each expert group came up with a game to review key information from the lesson. What a great way to get students up, thinking, and moving! Can’t wait for tomorrow! #gamification
A4: I'm fortunate that I'm at a Pre-K 3 yr old - 12th grade school all on one campus; Ss love to share with one another across the divisions - older Ss teaching younger ones/mentoring AND younger ones teaching the older Ss, too #leadLAP
Taking ownership of our data!
1) When you’re so excited that you went up a level on STAR, you show your friend and classmate your newest sticker!
2) Data chats with Mrs. Simpson, sharing scores and setting goals!
3) Proudly putting stickers on our gamified PD wall!#ownyourimpact
A4. Again @GCouros has such wisdom to share about this topic. "If we want to create a culture of innovation, we must focus on furthering our own learning and growth." #LeadLAP
A3 My favorite game? I have so many that I go to to create connections and joy. As an administrator, teacher and mom-you can take any game and let Ss make it connect to content. I've had unit projects where they teach a unit using a game design. #LeadLAP
Q3: GAMIFIED EXPERIENCES
There are so many ways to create magical learning experiences with games.
What is your favorite game & what do you enjoy about it?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
5 weeks of exploring 8 different iterations of classrooms designed by students has come to an end. Now, how do we decide what design to adopt? What changes can be made based on peer feedback & self-reflection? #rvsed#pyphat#studentagencyhttps://t.co/VgJMWXyXc5
A4- we let students help with after school clubs, run service projects and present 'passions' to their peers... would love ideas to expand on the Innovation with Ss #leadlap
A3 - This is a new space & journey for me since #HiveSummit & the brilliance of @mrmatera I am learning to rethink gamification in the CR. I’m a board & card game person who loves strategy. Blokus is one I personally enjoy & is great for math/spatial reasoning. #LeadLAP (1/2)
Q3: GAMIFIED EXPERIENCES
There are so many ways to create magical learning experiences with games.
What is your favorite game & what do you enjoy about it?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
I am beginning to change the narrative of my classroom, delving into storytelling, role play & challenges to tackle curriculum... I am immersing myself into the land of #xplap The more I explore, the closer I get. My goal for 2019-2020 will be to run a gamified CR. (2/2) #LeadLAP
A2. #GeniusHour is MUST in our family! #passionprojects#empowerment kids will present their presentations in a few months-work on them 1x week 4 hour- they come up w/activity for their presentation- also created rubric & reflect abt experience each week on @Flipgrid#Leadlap
A4. Put this up during a Morning Meeting or classroom discussion.
Ask students what it means to them. Ask if they would like to "lose sight of the shore" #LeadLAP
A3: There are too many to choose just one. But, honestly, I like to give students a designated "game time" to let the students choose. It's interesting to see who picks what - whether digital, "analog (board games, etc.), or applying creative imagination. #leadlap
A4 I try to encourage my students to realize each others strengths and use them. We are so much smarter together. If a student can answer a question or help solve an issue, I need to step back. #LeadLAP
A:3 Last month one of our math teachers created an escape room in Pre Calc, and an Alg II teacher created a digital "Guess Who" game to review alg functions...Ss were authentically engaged and had a blast! #MLmagical#LeadLAP#TLAP#gogrizzlies
Q3: GAMIFIED EXPERIENCES
There are so many ways to create magical learning experiences with games.
What is your favorite game & what do you enjoy about it?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A4: I think key is for us to stop talking so much so the Ss can talk more. I just have let them discover by not giving them all the answers. It's a total shift from what we all grew up with...and that's a good thing. Ss have changed and we need to. #LeadLAP
Q4: INNOVATION
When we let go of notion that we have to be the expert & empower Ss to become experts instead, our classrooms become a magical place of innovation & possibility.
Share some ways that you allow your Ss to be the expert in your school setting?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
I've done a joint project with Gr 12 & Gr 4 math classes. And last year our Gr 1s did it during @awaken_passion - check out their Twitter feed to see it! #LeadLAP
A3: My ELL students wanted to teach their classes about the book Simon’s Hook so they created puppet videos to act out the concepts. They became the classroom experts on how to not “take the hook” when someone teases you #LeadLAP
A4: Ss in my Kids Teaching Kids: A Research Journey chose a topic of high interest to them they know little about-thru this yr Ss conduct research w/ guided support.They become the experts & teach their topic w/electronic boards & creative artifacts across the school. #LeadLAP
A4: In our theater class, students chose their own theater-based projects. I'm no expert on theater, but I trusted them and learned SO much from their presentations! BLOWN AWAY, to be more precise! #leadlap
Q4: INNOVATION
When we let go of notion that we have to be the expert & empower Ss to become experts instead, our classrooms become a magical place of innovation & possibility.
Share some ways that you allow your Ss to be the expert in your school setting?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A3: There are too many to choose just one. But, honestly, I like to give students a designated "game time" to let the students choose. It's interesting to see who picks what - whether digital, "analog (board games, etc.), or applying creative imagination. #leadlap
#leadlap A4- giving them opportunities to share is very important. We recently went to our elementary school to share our knowledge and research about SDG Goals and ocean pollution/Climate Action @RSScrew
This is so great! Our grade 3 and 4 students just did an innovation project that involved design thinking and creating something that moved in our maker space. They were testing them out in the hallway. So much learning! #LeadLAP
A4: Knowing your Ss strengths- I will always create “extra Ts” in my class. While I am doing small group instruction, these Ss are the experts on the skill that week. It empowers them & gives everyone a chance to shine! #leadLAP#TXed#EDUgladiators
Q4: INNOVATION
When we let go of notion that we have to be the expert & empower Ss to become experts instead, our classrooms become a magical place of innovation & possibility.
Share some ways that you allow your Ss to be the expert in your school setting?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A4. Here is another one to use to open up conversations with MS/HS students about challenges with being innovative. Ah yes, for much of their future as adults they will need to be as innovative as possible. Shouldn't we be discussing it in greater depth with them? #LeadLAP
Scattergories can be great in the classroom, too. I give them 10 letters or so, and they have to write a word that starts with that letter that connects to the current topic #leadlap
A3b-We just had a Family Fun Night. I always include a huge table of games. Usually, the table is packed w/families; however, there were so many options that this is the first time the table wasn’t packed. The obstacle course in the gym was the “game” of choice. #LeadLAP
A4 We have have a day where our school Carver is transformed into Carverville and our 3rd and 4th graders have business in their classrooms and they sell their products to the entire school #leadlap
Q5: CREATIVITY, COLLABORATION & CURIOSITY
There is a lot of magical power in the letter "C".
Pick 1 of these 3 "C's", and share a favorite way to bring it into your classroom or school setting.
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A4: Students keep a reading journal as part of their homework. They write about the characters and setting in fiction books or write about what they learned or still want to learn in nonfiction books. I write back and tell them when they teach me something new. #leadLAP
Day 2 of Student led game-based assessments- Quizlet Live Game to review Existentialism. Their peers had a great time working together to make sense of this concept! Winners got candy! Can’t wait to see what they come up with for Monday! #GamificationWorks#QuizletLive
A4: By letting students choose a topic they want to learn about and then guiding them through the learning process as they research and develop a presentation in which they will teach others. #leadlap
Q4: INNOVATION
When we let go of notion that we have to be the expert & empower Ss to become experts instead, our classrooms become a magical place of innovation & possibility.
Share some ways that you allow your Ss to be the expert in your school setting?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A4: Every day in our Career Technical Education classes we see students leading and in charge of their learning. @CTENewtonPS Check out our Design students innovating to spread our school's Mission Statement https://t.co/7DsqDplc2X#LeadLap#CTE
A4: I commented about it earlier, but here it is again. I enjoy playing Quizizz or Kahoot, but this group asked me if they could make the quizzes. #LEADLAP
Q4: INNOVATION
When we let go of notion that we have to be the expert & empower Ss to become experts instead, our classrooms become a magical place of innovation & possibility.
Share some ways that you allow your Ss to be the expert in your school setting?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A4: I always tell my Ss we are all an expert at something. So, they know we have experts around the room they can ask. I also do lots of #Makerspace and STEM tasks were they take the lead. Currently, Ss are researching countries we are studying and teaching each other. #leadLAP
A4) The healthiest discovery about being in a new role is the opportunity to welcome the expertise of others regardless of their age-in fact I’ve never learned so much:) #leadlap
A4 - Choice, voice and leadership in tasks, assessment and presentation. To underestimate option is to diminish learning and engagement. Providing a framework and freedom to choose w/in creates confidence, is authentic and motivates Ss as they see and feel value. #LeadLap
Q4: INNOVATION
When we let go of notion that we have to be the expert & empower Ss to become experts instead, our classrooms become a magical place of innovation & possibility.
Share some ways that you allow your Ss to be the expert in your school setting?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A4 I don't work directly with Ss, but I think getting educators connected is KEY to spreading innovative ideas in our EDUsystem.
Love when Ss create digital portfolios, tweet, etc--but leaders must model.
Get some of that Twitter Stuff! #Leadlap#REALeduhttps://t.co/Zsq3suIw1Z
A5: Collaboration is vital to our school's success. We have created embedded time so our teachers can do this. Creativity and curiosity come when they are collaborating! #LeadLAP
Q5: CREATIVITY, COLLABORATION & CURIOSITY
There is a lot of magical power in the letter "C".
Pick 1 of these 3 "C's", and share a favorite way to bring it into your classroom or school setting.
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A4 I believe in letting Ss take over the drivers seat to empower their learning. It's why I love so many @dbc_inc books-those books are tools to help you as an educator guide your Ss. Let Ss Tt, let them design, create & play (every day)! #JoyfulLearning#MLMagical#LeadLAP
A4: I don’t necessarily think this is Ground shattering but giving time for Ss to share prior knowledge. Highlight the fact that Ss in your room are bringing in outside experiences and may have value to add before a lesson even begins. Think about how empowering that is! #leadlap
A4 We have alott of opportunities to peer support in my room. On any given day, someone might be the "expert" because of absences and suspensions. I might say something like "Johnny, you really have a handle on this concept. Would you be willing to coach jane on it?" #LeadLAP
A5: Collaboration- I love to give my Ss a long term project, but they make up their own rules, rubric, and standards. Their mind is the only limitation. They collaborate with one another to make this come to life! #TXed#Edleadership#LeadLAP#EDUgladiators
Q5: CREATIVITY, COLLABORATION & CURIOSITY
There is a lot of magical power in the letter "C".
Pick 1 of these 3 "C's", and share a favorite way to bring it into your classroom or school setting.
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A4 It's in our school culture - we involve them in problem solving, regularly ask for feedback, etc. Students present at exhibitions. They drive their own learning. They even identify how they learn best. They are the experts on themselves. #LeadLAP
Baker is one of the best lead learners I’ve ever worked for and Ober is just a special place to be a teacher and student. We need more leaders like her. Even if she is a @tigers fan. #LeadLAP
A5. @ConnieHamilton shared this graphic about collaboration. Wonderful to use during a staff meeting to get the juices flowing about contributions in project, process and group #LeadLAP
A4: One of my Parents who is a T Peer commented below on her child showing his expertise & knowledge thru filming a mock YouTube Instructional Video using @Seesaw to show his learned skills thus far teaching an audience how to solve an equation. Ss turned Ts thru tech! #LeadLAP
Just watched an amazing @Seesaw video by my son teaching me how to do hands-on algebra equations. Not only did I learn something new, I got a little window into his world at school. Thank you @WallerALPHApack for using this app!
A4: I try to step back & let my first grader take the lead! I tell them I don’t how to do something & ask them to teach me! An example was when I first implemented coding in my classroom! I had no clue how to explain it to my Ss & within 5 minutes, they were teaching me! #LEADLAP
A4: I’ll never forget when some Ss asked me if they could use Minecraft as a way of demonstrating their learning. This was a few years back, and I knew little of Minecraft, but I let them. It turned out great. #LeadLAP
A5: I love all of these C words! I like to bring collaboration into meetings by using scenarios or protocols & giving participants time to talk together. #LeadLAP
Q5: CREATIVITY, COLLABORATION & CURIOSITY
There is a lot of magical power in the letter "C".
Pick 1 of these 3 "C's", and share a favorite way to bring it into your classroom or school setting.
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A5: Curiositiy/Creativity - One really easy way is to share Art work. Put a picture up and have the students write what they think the artist was thinking. Also having students ask higher level questions about the artwork makes the learning #MLMagical#LeadLAP
Q4: INNOVATION
When we let go of notion that we have to be the expert & empower Ss to become experts instead, our classrooms become a magical place of innovation & possibility.
Share some ways that you allow your Ss to be the expert in your school setting?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A5: Combine Collaboration and Creativity with the game SNAKE OIL. Students draw to random object cards (hat and snake) and an audience card (superheroes). Then groups create a product that combines the items and a commercial to sell it #leadlap
Q5: CREATIVITY, COLLABORATION & CURIOSITY
There is a lot of magical power in the letter "C".
Pick 1 of these 3 "C's", and share a favorite way to bring it into your classroom or school setting.
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A5: The great thing about our staff being collaborative is that they now value it and provide those opportunities for students! Model it for the kids! #LeadLAP#culture
A5- Creativity- LOVE my 1st grade T who is creating experiences- Contraction Surgery and Constructions- she's now planning a Detective activity! Complete with props and sound effects. The Ss won't forget those lessons! #LeadLAP
Tisha-I didn't know you had a book out-I've been so busy the last few months! I'll be adding it to my Kindle today and ordering a hard copy! Congratulations! #MLMagical#LeadLAP
In reply to
@tishrich, @DisruptedTv, @dbc_inc, @MSD549C, @burgessdave, @TaraMartinEDU, @burgess_shelley, @mradamwelcome, @mrmatera, @KimSnodgrass, @iluveducating, @tamaraletter
A5 our school does 2 building transformations a year. We have done pirates of the Caaarverbean, the WILDcat West and we just did CARVER LAND. All standards are met in fun exciting ways through the themes #leadlap
A5: That’s a hard choice because I think you need all three..each one energizes in a different way, but collaboration makes us better and stronger each day...we need each other #LEADLAP
A4 I don't work directly with Ss, but I think getting educators connected is KEY to spreading innovative ideas in our EDUsystem.
Love when Ss create digital portfolios, tweet, etc--but leaders must model.
Get some of that Twitter Stuff! #Leadlap#REALeduhttps://t.co/Zsq3suIw1Z
A4 I can’t say I have a good answer for this one. Times when the story/lesson has an international connection I bring in the students with international family or from other nationalities to tell us about their experiences. #MLmagical#LeadLAP
Q4: INNOVATION
When we let go of notion that we have to be the expert & empower Ss to become experts instead, our classrooms become a magical place of innovation & possibility.
Share some ways that you allow your Ss to be the expert in your school setting?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A5. Collaboration- we recognize this is essential skill. We brought in a Forbes Top 100 company to visit with staff PD on its importance and we use Flipgrid with students in Blended Learning during class. #LeadLAP
Love this. In fact, I plan to spend some time at our KC art museum. I can spend hours there and just look and wonder...
HOURS. Which is why I usually just go alone.
Art is powerful.
Thank you for appreciating art and sharing that with your Ss. You ROCK! #Leadlap
A5: I love to use Collaboration and Creativity with Ss by having them create a project in 45 minutes with their team that represents a concept we have learned. I add in challenges like types of materials they have access to. #leadlap
In response to the shootings in Pittsburgh and Kentucky last week students from our Leadership for a Diverse Society Class collaborated to develop strategies to unite our community and take care of each other. #leadlap
A5: working on a design challenge right now.. Ss collaborating all the time on their individual projects - a S commented on how she got all the benefits of group work but also had to take responsibility for her own design decisions #leadLAP
A5: Collaboration - This year we are using faculty and department meeting time for Lesson Study. Teacher get to plan lessons together, teach the lesson, and then discuss results. #LeadLAP
Q5: CREATIVITY, COLLABORATION & CURIOSITY
There is a lot of magical power in the letter "C".
Pick 1 of these 3 "C's", and share a favorite way to bring it into your classroom or school setting.
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A5 Curiosity As a history teacher, I would have a "preview day" the entire lesson was clues so the Ss could guess the unit coming up and some of the "big topics"-so much fun & #joy! #tlap#LeadLAP#MLMagical
#leadlap I believe these 3 C’s should be a part of everyday! Most recently my Ss created “egg babies” for a virtual trip around the world to study diseases and study data. My favorite project ever was Rubiks cubes we made as a class of our passions gone global and mural@RSScrew
A4: Students love to share information with me & I truly do learn from them everyday. I love being able to say, “I’ve never thought of that,” or “Wow! I never knew that! Thanks for sharing!” #LeadLAP
A5 Creativity has been overwhelming this year just by simply giving Ss the opportunity to choose how they want to share their knowledge and providing them an audience every second I can. #leadlap
Q6: AUTHENTIC AUDIENCE
Authentic audiences make learning experiences more meaningful & magical.
Who could you invite into your school as part of an authentic audience for your students?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A5: Curiosity drives learning! It builds intrinsic motivation. From modeling questions, asking vs. telling stances in #positivediscipline, designing units around student driven inquiry, developing school & grade-level inquiry around student learning & teaching.... #LeadLAP
Q6: AUTHENTIC AUDIENCE
Authentic audiences make learning experiences more meaningful & magical.
Who could you invite into your school as part of an authentic audience for your students?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A5: Curiosity is amazing to get students to want to learn more. The @MysterySci team does an incredible job at this. Way to go #MysteryDoug. Thanks for an amazing product. You should rep it to curriculum adoption committees. Seriously. #leadLAP#StayCurious
A5: Ss Collaborate in our simulation STEM challenge "Beat the Flood." They are currently Community Teams on our fictional Island of Watu studying flooding & strategies on how their community can construct a home which can withstand the flood they know is coming. #LeadLAP
A5 Curiosity As a history teacher, I would have a "preview day" the entire lesson was clues so the Ss could guess the unit coming up and some of the "big topics"-so much fun & #joy! #tlap#LeadLAP#MLMagical
A5: curiosity! I started using the Question Formation Technique (thanks @STEMelementary) this school year and the level of questioning from my Ss has improved a TON. #MLmagical#leadLAP
A6: We have guest speakers regularly at our school. I'm so excited to see who comes this year. Our career fair is a hit in the spring, even in middle school! #LeadLAP#MLmagical
Q6: AUTHENTIC AUDIENCE
Authentic audiences make learning experiences more meaningful & magical.
Who could you invite into your school as part of an authentic audience for your students?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A6: We invite everyone and anyone into our school to learn with our kids! Each month we have a Friday where community comes to have lunch with our students! #LeadLAP
A6 I could do a much better job of inviting parents into my classroom for celebrations of our learning. I also think it would be great to have local business owners be a part of our innovation projects. #LeadLAP
#LeadLAP. A5. I am trying TED talks with my students with them learning about them but creating one by the end of the quarter. Still trying to figure out how to record them?
A5: In my classroom we are constantly collaborating which leads to curiosity and then creativity. We work in teams, partners or small groups. Ss engage in #PBL, we have tables instead of desks and areas around the room for other group discussion. #LEADLAP#MLmagical
Q5: CREATIVITY, COLLABORATION & CURIOSITY
There is a lot of magical power in the letter "C".
Pick 1 of these 3 "C's", and share a favorite way to bring it into your classroom or school setting.
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A5: COLLABORATION. I'm not sure how I'd make it without my team. And collaboration leads to CREATIVITY, because we plan lessons & activities.
#2ndgraderocks#LEADLAP
A6: We have an Amazing Shake competition in fifth grade...community leaders and district leadership come in as part of the fun. But I think parents and families are the best audience to bring love and encouragement and collaboration to the school #LEADLAP
A4 - Collaboration - opportunities for interactive learning transpire daily. Daily conversations around the importance of effective communication and explicit work conflict resolution make our collaborative efforts work. We take a ‘better person’ ‘Helps/Hurts’ approach. #LeadLAP
A6: For our Veteran's Day assembly we have invited many local veterans and we have one WWII vet who will be speaking to the students #LeadLAP#AuthenticLearning#tlap
A6. I'm working on setting up Skypes with people who work in the science field. This is one of the few goals forbthis year that I haven't just jumped in yet. #LeadLAP
A5: I love to tap into curiosity. Sometimes it's as simple as bringing in a weird object or some unusual artwork and letting kids think, talk, and/or write about it. Once I brought in a crustal ball as an into to Macbeth. Kids started predicting all sorts of things 😁 #leadlap
A6: I love connecting my Ss with someone they’ve been learning about, If possible. One year, we had Ss write letters to an astronaut we had been learning about & I was able to set up a Skype call with her. They LOVED that! Making learning relevant! #LEADLAP#TXed#EDUgladiators
Q6: AUTHENTIC AUDIENCE
Authentic audiences make learning experiences more meaningful & magical.
Who could you invite into your school as part of an authentic audience for your students?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A5: COLLABORATION!!!! I believe in the power of being a connected classroom with #globalcollaboration! My Ss have met so many amazing educators, authors, & Ss around the 🌎! It’s hard to describe the impact it’s had on us! True learning & real relationships were made! #LEADLAP
Q6: AUTHENTIC AUDIENCE
Authentic audiences make learning experiences more meaningful & magical.
Who could you invite into your school as part of an authentic audience for your students?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A6. Our ELA students did a PBL that involved “tourism” - they invited a rep from state tourism office to hear their presentations that included importance of having brochures/publications in multiple languages. I was proud of the teachers and kids! #LeadLAP
A6 we have community members for career day and when we transform our school into a new town the business owners in town come speak as well and mystery Skypes are popular in some classrooms #leadlap
A6: I'm hoping to display student's rock museum collection at our school's annual STEM night.
Some of our students showed off our garden work at a fundraiser breakfast for a garden grant we received. #leadLAP
A6: We invite everyone and anyone into our school to learn with our kids! Each month we have a Friday where community comes to have lunch with our students! #LeadLAP
A5: collaboration is huge in our CR. Most of our day involves some type of collaboration with peers. My fav is math collaboration. We do lots of problem solving and use #VNPS. Such amazing learning. #leadLAP
A6 - The person they deem to be ‘the most important person in their life.
Secondarily, people working in non-traditional jobs/careers...
To see work and education outside the known... A new lens, shall we? #LeadLAP
Q6: AUTHENTIC AUDIENCE
Authentic audiences make learning experiences more meaningful & magical.
Who could you invite into your school as part of an authentic audience for your students?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
Q6: AUTHENTIC AUDIENCE
Authentic audiences make learning experiences more meaningful & magical.
Who could you invite into your school as part of an authentic audience for your students?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
AWESOME, AWESOME opportunity for @burgessdave to share his passion with our Radford University Aspiring Administrators as a guest speaker! #LeadLAP#RU_EDEL
A5: As leaders we often mistakenly think we should handle things on our own. We make better decisions when we seek input and collaborate. Go Team! #LEADLAP
Q6: AUTHENTIC AUDIENCE
Authentic audiences make learning experiences more meaningful & magical.
Who could you invite into your school as part of an authentic audience for your students?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A6: We invite in the community to help us greet students as well as have a MOD (men of distinction) group to help serve as mentors. Our Ss love to see that so many care about them! #leadlap#MLmagical
Q7: LEGACY
We have a tremendous opportunity to not only leave a legacy but to also help our Ss be legacy leavers too.
How can you help your Ss realize they are heroes--that they can leave a positive legacy wherever they go?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A6: Community. Meaningful lasting relationships can be created recruiting and bringing in community leaders/employers who offer apprenticeships, job shadows and mentorships, etc to entice/connect high school students exploring careers. #LeadLAP
A6. Parents, extended family, staff, community, even role models from around globe depending on unit being learned;) The more the merrier! #bettertogether#Leadlap
A6 We take lots of field trips that put us in touch with experts in the field. We've even had some teachers invite them back for exhibitions. I never made this connection before now... Thanks! #LeadLAP
A6: I'm hoping to default to the Ss more on this one.. let them decide who should be in the audience, have Ss invite them to come/view, and then Ss can own the experience #leadLAP
A6: President, VP, & fellow Westside Chamber of Commerce members became our panel of judges for a research challenge where Ss spent a year studying an empty lot zoned commercial in our city & created mini scale models w/ presentations of their proposed businesses. #LeadLAP
Q7: LEGACY
We have a tremendous opportunity to not only leave a legacy but to also help our Ss be legacy leavers too.
How can you help your Ss realize they are heroes--that they can leave a positive legacy wherever they go?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A7: This is a great question! Sharing their impact on YOU, as the teacher. Our 7th grade Ss just finished completing positive impACTs and earned positive impACT money to purchase books at the #PirateBookBistro. #LeadLAP#MLmagical
A7: In my conversations with students. I want the students to know that we all make mistakes but we can always show kindness. All conversations & interactions with the ppl around me - I need to show Kindness. I need to walk the talk! #LeadLAP
Q7: LEGACY
We have a tremendous opportunity to not only leave a legacy but to also help our Ss be legacy leavers too.
How can you help your Ss realize they are heroes--that they can leave a positive legacy wherever they go?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A7: Anytime we can set up mentorships between older students and younger students, they learn the power of legacy. We're so lucky to have an elementary right next door to our high school to do this! #leadlap
Q7: LEGACY
We have a tremendous opportunity to not only leave a legacy but to also help our Ss be legacy leavers too.
How can you help your Ss realize they are heroes--that they can leave a positive legacy wherever they go?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A6: I've had students present policy changes to school board members, community project ideas at town hall meetings, and school safety ideas to administrators. Authentic audiences are so important!!! #leadlap
A6: During Kindness Day a few years ago we had a comedian who is living with Tourette Syndrome. She spoke about her disability and ways she used positive comedy.
What a powerful way to celebrate Kindness, Laugh and Learn. #leadlap
A7: every year, once it’s getting close to summer break, I make a class book filled with memories. Every student has a page filled with a memory I will take from them, forever! I’ve called it “heroes yearbook.” #leadLAP#TXed#edleadership#EDUgladiators
Q7: LEGACY
We have a tremendous opportunity to not only leave a legacy but to also help our Ss be legacy leavers too.
How can you help your Ss realize they are heroes--that they can leave a positive legacy wherever they go?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A6: When I think about the use of technology nowadays, we can bring just about anyone into our school to create that authentic experience that connects to the learning (scientists, authors, etc.). We really should be doing more of this. #LeadLAP
Q5: CREATIVITY, COLLABORATION & CURIOSITY
There is a lot of magical power in the letter "C".
Pick 1 of these 3 "C's", and share a favorite way to bring it into your classroom or school setting.
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A7: When students have ideas about making the world better, we need to listen and help. If a student wants to share their experience, give them a platform, make it happen. When we do this, we empower others. #Legacy#LeadLAp
A7: Love this question! The more their learning is authentic and based on their choices, the more Ss will be invested in making an impact with what they know. This is another reason that an an outside audience is important, to expose Ss to the impact they can have. #LeadLAP
Q7: LEGACY
We have a tremendous opportunity to not only leave a legacy but to also help our Ss be legacy leavers too.
How can you help your Ss realize they are heroes--that they can leave a positive legacy wherever they go?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A7: I share the legacy that my Ss have left on me with current Ss. That is special for me to reflect and the Ss enjoy knowing I will share positive stories about them to future students. #LeadLAP
A7 I celebrate 🎸 🌟 in the room everyday. They usually get candy. Plus our department celebrates students of the month. Finally, we have an amazing things wall where students at work get their picture. #LeadLAP
A6 My kiddos really love when I take their picture doing something and share with their families. I think that’s their most precious audience right now. 🤗#LeadLap#MLmagical
Q6: AUTHENTIC AUDIENCE
Authentic audiences make learning experiences more meaningful & magical.
Who could you invite into your school as part of an authentic audience for your students?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A7: By focusing on their strengths instead of their weaknesses. We are all brilliant in something. It's important to find out what it is and nurture it. #LEADLAP#MLmagical
Q7: LEGACY
We have a tremendous opportunity to not only leave a legacy but to also help our Ss be legacy leavers too.
How can you help your Ss realize they are heroes--that they can leave a positive legacy wherever they go?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A7: I’m starting a student committee to talk about what they believe our school needs to do to improve and what actions they will take to make it happen. Open to all ages so all voices can be heard #LeadLAP
A7: When students have ideas about making the world better, we need to listen and help. If a student wants to share their experience, give them a platform, make it happen. When we do this, we empower others. #Legacy#LeadLAp
A7) I teach a variety of classes and grades but I try my best to share a consistent message every day-Don’t wait until tomorrow. Be inspirational today because your voice matters right now and we need you. #leadlap
A7 Our Mission Statement ends with "so students will be prepared to have a positive impact on the world." Ss do service learning - almost every project connects back to an act of service. Respecting Ss voice also means they are involved and see changes at school #LeadLAP
A7: @TaprootTheatre has truly created a legacy with our students and have shown students that they can leave a positive legacy by preventing bullying @OakHarborPS. I loved watching them this week at our school. #leadLAP
🚨TAKEOVER ALERT🚨 Road Company actor Anna Lund takes us on the road this Friday for a behind-the-scenes look at our #bullyingprevention work. Follow us on #Instagram@TaprootTheatre.
A7 We try to focus on positive thinking and building good people through our "Dog Pound" and our "Family Meetings." Right now we are working on Bravery. #LeadLAP
A7: I plan to start asking “How are You Changing the World Today?” as we get back Monday. Too often my questions are quick and surface level. And more importantly—I will take time to listen and encourage. #LeadLAP
A7: By setting an example.
I see Ss at ball games, plays, etc. I want Ss & families to know that I support & love their child even outside of school.
#LEADLAP
Q7: LEGACY
We have a tremendous opportunity to not only leave a legacy but to also help our Ss be legacy leavers too.
How can you help your Ss realize they are heroes--that they can leave a positive legacy wherever they go?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A7 Be authentic with your Ss and celebrate them in real and meaningful ways, not for product, but for their character & process of growth & reflection. Provide #ExperientialLearning opportunities so they can develop agency & purpose. See, Live, Feel positivity of action. #LeadLap
Q7: LEGACY
We have a tremendous opportunity to not only leave a legacy but to also help our Ss be legacy leavers too.
How can you help your Ss realize they are heroes--that they can leave a positive legacy wherever they go?
#LEADLAP#MLmagical
A7: When students have ideas about making the world better, we need to listen and help. If a student wants to share their experience, give them a platform, make it happen. When we do this, we empower others. #Legacy#LeadLAp
A6: I LOVE inviting others into our classroom virtually w/ #globalcollaboration!! It’s a way for my Ss to meet AMAZING people, learn from others & travel the 🌎! #LeadLAP
A7: value feedback - have Ss reflect on their own experiences in school, and have others give honest feedback about how interacting with the Ss has positively impacted them (peer to peer as well) Ss need to know they matter #leadLAP
A7:Thru collab w/a local environment monitoring program Ss will be helping to gather data which is placed in a national database that tracks our river, water levels, plants, & animals called Nature's Notebook. They will learn how they directly impact our local ecosystem. #LeadLAP
A5 & A6 in one (lost connection...I'm back)
A5 Ask great questions. Lead w/humble-inquiry, expecting to listen to learn from the Ss or T. Keep them thinking! HUGE!
A6 Connecting Ss w/authors via GHO bc we posted #BookSnaps & tagged the author on Twitter. So fun&REAL!
#Leadlap
A7: This comes through daily conversations, encouragement, and teachable moments. Also, this is really what I am trying to do through the daily student announcements (via Google Slides). *Inspire. #LeadLAP
#LeadLAP - I had so much fun with y'all this morning! Be sure to follow one another and keep the learning going! Thank you for sharing 💫magical💫 questions, @tishrich! #MLmagical
This is fantastic way of leaving a legacy. Improving recycling and sustainability is a goal for our Student-Faculty Administration. I've spoken a lot with them about the power of legacy in these regards. Thanks for sharing! #LeadLap
If you've not read #MLmagical, I highly suggest getting a copy for yourself (and one for a friend) and get started! Here's my reflections after reading this epic book by @tishrichhttps://t.co/I932N06sAu#LeadLAP
A7: When you build relationships with Ss and show that you believe in them and support risk taking, they are more likely to challenge themselves in unexpected ways. #leadLAP
We work in this constantly with the Super Knight idea. Soon we’ll post these with their faces in the helmet and talk about how to be a super knight all around the school and at home. 😊 #LeadLAP#MLmagical#xplap#tlap
Great question! It’s making me rethink our “guests” when hosting our kindergarten inventors fair, and our zoo where the students research an animal and are the zoo keeper when presenting. We have parents and other students come in but “community experts” would be GREAT! #leadlap
