#memspachat Archive

A chat for Principals, Administrators & Lead Educators. Come join the Collaboration and Learning THURSDAY'S at 8pm ET.

Thursday May 10, 2018
8:00 PM EDT

  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome everyone! Paul Liabenow, MEMSPA Executive Director. Excited to be moderating tonight's #MEMSPAchat and celebrating with all of twitter's great Leaders of Learning! Looking forward to getting to know you all a bit more in the next hour. Time to Celebrate 17-18!
  • KatQuain May 10 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Kathleen Quain, Marysville Principal, excited to be a part of this amazing chat! #MEMSPAchat
  • Amy_Martin May 10 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Hi Paul! Amy Martin, principal of MacDonald Middle School in East Lansing, looking forward to the chat tonight! #MEMSPAchat
  • MrDomagalski - Moderator May 10 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    The greatest hour on twitter has begun on #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:00 PM EDT
      Welcome everyone! Paul Liabenow, MEMSPA Executive Director. Excited to be moderating tonight's #MEMSPAchat and celebrating with all of twitter's great Leaders of Learning! Looking forward to getting to know you all a bit more in the next hour. Time to Celebrate 17-18!
  • Syndee_Sue May 10 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Let's go #waynelsl #WayneA3 #wctlp Let's Celebrate!!! #memspachat
  • MrEugenePark May 10 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Gene Park from Cherry Hill, NJ. #MEMSPAchat
  • Kidsmathtalk May 10 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Desiree math coach from Farmington #MEMSPAchat
  • Syndee_Sue May 10 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hey Everyone! Happy Friday Eve! Syndee checking in from MEMSPA Headquarters #memspachat
  • vickilwilson5 May 10 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hello. I’m Vicki Wilson - elementary principal in Wyandotte. #MEMSPAchat
  • HarvestLearning May 10 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hi all... Betty here from Harvest Elementary in Saline. So glad to be here celebrating with all of you! #MEMSPAchat
  • MrDomagalski - Moderator May 10 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Joining in on #MEMSPAchat NOW - Mike D, Principal. #MEMSPAchatparticipants tonight!
  • Joshua_Haggerty May 10 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Josh Haggerty QMS Principal checking in. Excited for another great #MEMSPAchat
  • jeremynewth May 10 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Jeremy Newth, looking for an assistant principal or principal position in Metro Detroit, signing in to celebrate!! #MEMSPAchat
  • Timothy_C_Lee May 10 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hello everyone, Tim Lee from Alcona Elementary checking in. #MEMSPAchat
  • richbacolor May 10 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Stick around after #MEMSPAchat for an hour of learning around culturally relevant teaching with @KRenaeP and me for #NoMoreCIT
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    First Question of the night up in 2 minutes! Thanks all for joining. #MEMSPAchat
  • KlissClaire May 10 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Claire here from Covert checking in #MEMSPAchat
  • MPSbiedermann May 10 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hi #MEMSPAchat Becky from Marysville checking in! Happy Thursday :)
  • kwall628 May 10 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Hi everyone! Kate here, Mendon Elementary Principal checking in. #MEMSPAchat
  • MrJSellen May 10 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    Joe, elementary principal in WI, joining tonight's #MEMSPAchat
  • Dale_Chu May 10 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    HAPPENING NOW: @PaulLiabenow moderating a chat on celebrating the school year. Follow along at #MEMSPAchat! @MEMSPAchat
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Q1) What is the one thing you are proudest of this year? and why? #MEMSPAchat
  • JWSwegles May 10 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Jonathan, repping Lakeshore MS in Stevensville, Go Lancers! #memspachat
  • kburwinkel May 10 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Kate from Traverse City checking in #memspachat
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1) Progress in Early Childhood Literacy, Connect4Learning added to the list of options for PreK, Research done by MSU on principal literacy, SEL Eval tool to be completed this summer, Mindfulness book by Yvette Jackson, Schneider, River Murphy in a store near you! #MEMSPAchat
  • MrEugenePark May 10 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1. Most proud of my Ts taking in more leadership roles. If you build up leaders, you build up the organization...good for Ss. #MEMSPAchat
  • TCRyanSchrock May 10 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    Ryan Schrock checking in from Traverse City #memspachat
  • MrDomagalski - Moderator May 10 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Simply the relationships built with the students, staff, and community at my new school. That’s what it’s all about 1st year in a new building #MEMSPAchat
  • jon_wennstrom May 10 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    Hi #MEMSPAchat friends, Jon here jumping in a little late after #PrincipalsPlayhouse!
  • kburwinkel May 10 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1) I'm proud of my teachers and how they've used data to drive their instructional decisions this year #MEMSPAchat
  • HarvestLearning May 10 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: The progress our Ss are making. Continued reduction of behaviors our Ss have experienced. Continued staff learning about SEL. #MEMSPAchat
  • kwall628 May 10 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: The collaborative culture, positive relationships, and relational trust that has been established and continues to grow with my staff and the community. Laying the ground work to empower and lead the change! #MEMSPAchat
  • JWSwegles May 10 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Making a valid attempt at learning the names of nearly 700 staff and students in a new building, bringing in new ideas, and starting the process of adding PBIS systems and processes as well as the @PosProject to our building this fall. #getbettereveryday #memspachat
  • Kidsmathtalk May 10 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: becoming a part of our district math coaching team! It’s a first for our district. Our goal is to create as much clarity and transparency’s possible. #MEMSPAchat
  • Joshua_Haggerty May 10 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Could not be more proud of our students and teachers. Our students have been featured on our local news and paper for their random acts of kindness. Not only do they work hard to learn but they care about each other. #MEMSPAchat
  • vickilwilson5 May 10 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: That proud moment just happened for our school. After 4 years of deep dedicated PLC work, we were recognized as a Model PLC School. It was an awesome celebration for our staff. #monpln #MEMSPAchat
  • Amy_Martin May 10 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    The continued implementation of Restorative Justice practices as part of our overall philosophy as our approach to student discipline. Need to remember our purpose is to educate not punish. #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @PaulLiabenow
  • KatQuain May 10 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: So many things...my hardworking and awesome staff, our growing 7 Habits Program, student growth, parents and family support and my personal growth as a leader, especially growing my PLN with all of you! #MEMSPAchat
  • jon_wennstrom May 10 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: I'm proud of the Buchanan Staff for coming together as a true TEAM this year and turning two communities into one! #LivoniaPride #MEMSPAchat
  • TCRyanSchrock May 10 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: So proud of the #GrowthMindset our teachers and students embraced this year! #MEMSPAchat
  • richbacolor May 10 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1) We’ve had 9 more cohorts of @NGSXproject science PD across Wayne Co this year. That means another 250 classrooms where students engage in phenomena, modeling, argumentation, and explanation practices. #MEMSPAchat
  • Amy_Martin May 10 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    The continued implementation of Restorative Justice practices as part of our overall philosophy as our approach to student discipline. Need to remember our purpose is to educate not punish. #MEMSPAchat
  • mschulte50 May 10 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    #memspachat Mike from Beer MIddle School checking in a little late.
  • KlissClaire May 10 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1:Working closely with the Title I team to create a model of 1:1 interventions. Truly working at individual levels #MEMSPAchat
  • Timothy_C_Lee May 10 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    A1: Being able to visit classrooms often and build rapport with the students and staff. As first year principal, my goal was to learn about everyone in the building. (And surviving the year was good too!!) #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @PaulLiabenow
  • MPSbiedermann May 10 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1: I am proud that even though I faced tragic losses this year both personally and professionally, my staff and myself continued to lean on each other, learn together and only made it until May, but are finishing strong!! #MEMSPAchat
  • MrJSellen May 10 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    A1 Can't name just one. 1st year principal so I'm most proud of the relationships built with my staff, students and families. Our school was also named a WI Title I School of Recognition 3rd year in a row #MEMSPAchat
  • Syndee_Sue May 10 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    That's some of the most important work! #memspachat
    In reply to @MrDomagalski
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    Q2 up in 1 minute! #MEMSPAchat
  • MrJSellen May 10 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    From one 1st year principal to another: Let's here it for survival! #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @Timothy_C_Lee, @PaulLiabenow
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Q2) Celebrating is important, what will you do to celebrate this accomplishment? #MEMSPAchat
  • Syndee_Sue May 10 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    A1) My Teacher Leaders from #wctlp an honor and privilege to work with such amazing, dedicated leaders!!! #MEMSPAchat
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    Did you miss tonight's LIVE episode of The #PrincipalsPlayhouse? No worries, you can check it out here: https://t.co/ZsxRXSSkEf #Path2Serendipity #MEMSPAchat #tlap #JoyfulLeaders #LeadLAP
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A2) Celebratory lunch with #MEMSPA staff to celebrate a job well done. #MEMSPAchat
  • MrJSellen May 10 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    From one 1st year principal to another: Let's hear it for survival! #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @Timothy_C_Lee, @PaulLiabenow
  • jeremynewth May 10 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    A1 #MEMSPA for welcoming me into the fold and introducing me to amazing educational leaders who are invigorating Michigan education - and helping make my transition from Australian education to American education a fabulously positive learning opportunity #memspachat
    In reply to @PaulLiabenow
  • JWSwegles May 10 @ 8:15 PM EDT
  • Kidsmathtalk May 10 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: the math coaching team is submitting a proposal to speak at a conference next year to share our story #MEMSPAchat
  • MrDomagalski - Moderator May 10 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Happy to help @jeremynewth #MEMSPAchat
    • jeremynewth May 10 @ 8:15 PM EDT
      A1 #MEMSPA for welcoming me into the fold and introducing me to amazing educational leaders who are invigorating Michigan education - and helping make my transition from Australian education to American education a fabulously positive learning opportunity #memspachat
      In reply to @PaulLiabenow
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: Celebrating is SO important! During the last "Staff Collaboration Time" of the year, we hang up all of our agendas and take a look back at all we've accomplished! #MEMSPAchat
  • jon_wennstrom May 10 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: How else would we celebrate? We are having a karaoke party next week!! #MEMSPAchat
  • Syndee_Sue May 10 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    So proud of YOU...awesome leader!!! #memspachat
    In reply to @vickilwilson5
  • HarvestLearning May 10 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    A2: At our last community meeting we will have a dance party! Students and staff together celebrating all we've done together. #MEMSPAchat
  • mschulte50 May 10 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    #memspachat A2: I like to celebrate with "gratitude walks" and notes of thanks
  • JWSwegles May 10 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Practice an attitude of gratitude for our students and staff that have made this year of transition a smooth one and give thanks to those who have come forward to be a part of the PBIS/P2 TEAM. I'm also going to have more than 1 IPA. #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #memspachat
  • kwall628 May 10 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Hand written thank-yous to staff and a focus on reflection and growth with our students during our final Family Time assembly of the year! #MEMSPAchat
  • vickilwilson5 May 10 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: Turned a staff meeting into a surprise celebration, shared our stories of the journey - especially challenges, and lots of Thank Yous! #MEMSPAchat
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    I think @jon_wennstrom may have this up his sleeve!! He is Mr. Karaoke. I am just a wanna be!! #MEMSPAchat
    • Syndee_Sue May 10 @ 8:17 PM EDT
      I think you should make it "Dance and Karaoke" party...right ?@AllysonApsey
      In reply to @jon_wennstrom, @AllysonApsey
  • kburwinkel May 10 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: Hand written thank you cards to staff #MEMSPAchat
  • KlissClaire May 10 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: We(grab custodians-whoever we can find) go into classrooms like going to a restaurant for your birthday for Ss who have gone up in reading. Ts love seeing the excitement.#MEMSPAchat
  • MrDomagalski - Moderator May 10 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: 8th grade dance, Cedar Point trip, Award Nights for 6th, 7th & 8th grades. #MEMSPAchat
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Question 3 up in just 1 minute. Keep up the great work! #MEMSPAchat
  • Joshua_Haggerty May 10 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2: Tomorrow afternoon we have our annual staff v students dodgeball game. It is the final celebration of our can food drive to support our local pantry. Amazing effort by students and encouragement from the teachers. #MEMSPAchat
  • MrJSellen May 10 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    A2 Celebratory meeting is in the works! Contuining to recognize through spoken words and notes that it is because of the dedication and hardwork of staff, students find success #MEMSPAchat
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Q3) What do you do to celebrate your teachers accomplishments? #MEMSPAchat
  • Syndee_Sue May 10 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    I LOVE DODGEBALL!!!!! Next time, I'm in! #memspachat
    In reply to @Joshua_Haggerty
  • MPSbiedermann May 10 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2: I love to celebrate, big and small!! I'm hoping to finish the year strong and learn from all of you as to how I can best celebrate our accomplishments and send my staff off for a fabulous summer!! #MEMSPAchat
  • MrDomagalski - Moderator May 10 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Love this idea, I’m totally stealing this one - #MEMSPAchat (Wait, is it a surprise now, LOL???)
    In reply to @vickilwilson5
  • MrJSellen May 10 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    That's a great idea! Knowing where you've come from, and seeing the journey, makes the celebration even sweeter #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @AllysonApsey
  • richbacolor May 10 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    I would love to see some video evidence of the karaoke celebrations mentioned by the #MEMSPAchat crew tonight.
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Awesome!! I can't wait to hear the connections you make!! Please share them at #Path2Serendipity #MEMSPAchat
    • jchandlerteach May 10 @ 8:18 PM EDT
      I keep hearing great things about her book! One more to add to my summer reading! 😁
      In reply to @lmcdonell14, @AllysonApsey
  • jon_wennstrom May 10 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A3: Every teacher that leads a staff meeting (there are many) gets a hand written note & a gift card for Barnes & Noble. #Gratitude #MEMSPAchat
  • HarvestLearning May 10 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A3: Frequent drop-in visits to classrooms to thank teachers for their hard work, recognition with their students. #MEMSPAchat
  • KatQuain May 10 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: We always save last meeting of year to celebrate successes, plan for upcoming year and of course, EAT! I would like to do more to celebrate our parent support. We celebrate Ss all year! :) #MEMSPAchat
  • Amy_Martin May 10 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A3) Depends on the teacher...some public acknowledgement at after school meetings; some personal notes. Encourage risk taking. Always make sure if they fail to let them know it is OK. #MEMSPAchat
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Jon and I just decided that we are doing a live musical performance during the next #PrincipalsPlayhouse!! Watch out #NPC18!!! #MEMSPAchat
  • Timothy_C_Lee May 10 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    A2: Celebrate with the people that made this year great and recognize the accomplishments of everyone. #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @PaulLiabenow
  • mschulte50 May 10 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    #memspachat A3: I have found that the staff generally appreciates it when the "boss" buys the 1st round at the end of year activity.
  • vickilwilson5 May 10 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Personal notes and conversations, highlighting a strength during Instructional Rounds, asking them to lead something, remembering to thank them for the children and expressing my pride in what they do to make our school better. #MEMSPAchat
  • kwall628 May 10 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: Celebrations are shared at the beginning of every staff meeting we have. The entire staff celebrates each others accomplishments together. I also make it a point to personally recognize their hard work through a hand written note or quick conversation #MEMSPAchat
  • Syndee_Sue May 10 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    So Awesome!!! I love that room!!! YOU do AMAZING things my friend!!! #memspachat
    In reply to @vickilwilson5
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    A3: I celebrated #QuincyOn teachers on the news this week! https://t.co/uUiKulqDde #MEMSPAchat #Path2Serendipity
  • Joshua_Haggerty May 10 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    A3: I try to convey appreciation all year long. I BBQed for them on Tuesday. Definitely excited to hear more ideas from others on ways to celebrate and show appreciation. #MEMSPAchat
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    This is AWESOME Kate!! What a great culture-builder!! #Path2Serendipity #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @kwall628
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Q4 up in 1 minute. #MEMSPAchat
  • Amy_Martin May 10 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    It really is about mindset. We realize not all staff understand or are on board. Parents need education on it as well. People are so used to students getting "a pound of flesh" for their mistakes. Imparative to change that view all around. #MEMSPAchat
    • Timothy_C_Lee May 10 @ 8:20 PM EDT
      We’ve been implementing this more as well. The results have been positive!
      In reply to @Amy_Martin
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Q4) In looking at your accomplishments, what is one goal you look forward to bringing into the next school year? #MEMSPAchat
  • richbacolor May 10 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @Syndee_Sue
  • KyraOstendorf May 10 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Grateful for leadership from @PaulLiabenow in Michigan #MEMSPAchat @C4LPreK
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:08 PM EDT
      A1) Progress in Early Childhood Literacy, Connect4Learning added to the list of options for PreK, Research done by MSU on principal literacy, SEL Eval tool to be completed this summer, Mindfulness book by Yvette Jackson, Schneider, River Murphy in a store near you! #MEMSPAchat
  • MrDomagalski - Moderator May 10 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    If you’re not here yet... Don’t miss #MEMSPAchat - Happening now!
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A4) Growing MEMSPA’s Mentoring and Coaching Program thanks to help from the expert @syndee_sue #MEMSPAchat
  • MrDomagalski - Moderator May 10 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    A4: A successful transition in implementing The Positivity Project. So excited in providing something that our students truly NEED! #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      Q4) In looking at your accomplishments, what is one goal you look forward to bringing into the next school year? #MEMSPAchat
  • ForestPrincipal May 10 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    #MEMSPAchat Hello, #MEMSPAchatters. Sorry I haven't been around lately. Thursday nights have either been me officiating track meets or trying to finish up the move into our new home. Miss you guys and hope to back and collaborating soon. Keep rocking it out. Trending #2
  • secorsig May 10 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Andy from Hudsonville just out of a school board meeting #memspachat
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Q4: I have said this all year and haven't accomplished it and NEED to prioritized it. I want to build up student voice and student leadership at #QuincyOn #MEMSPAchat
  • Timothy_C_Lee May 10 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: Recognition and acknowledgement throughout the year has been something I’ve tried to do often. Accomplishments shouldn’t wait until the end of the year. #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @PaulLiabenow
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Q4: Jon's goal is to floss more! #MEMSPAchat @jon_wennstrom
  • MEMSPA May 10 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Register today for the 2018 MEMSPA Summer Leadership Institute in beautiful downtown Kalamazoo! #MEMSPASLI18 #MEMSPA #MEMSPAchat https://t.co/VUCAjAaNBQ
  • Syndee_Sue May 10 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    Check out #Letthemspeak @RickJetter @RebeccaCoda great motivator!! Great ideas!! #memspachat
    In reply to @AllysonApsey, @RickJetter, @RebeccaCoda
  • Joshua_Haggerty May 10 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4: Year 2 of the @PosProject. Looking to ensure complete fidelity and even more leadership from our students. #MEMSPAchat
  • JWSwegles May 10 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4: Incorporating ways that we can celebrate staff and students for their positive contributions to our building. What you pay closest attention to is what you'll get more of so we are going hyper focus on the good stuff. #memspachat
  • kburwinkel May 10 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4: I look forward to finding ways to share in house expertise. We have lots of innovation that is not highlighted nearly enough. #MEMSPAchat
  • HarvestLearning May 10 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A4: We need to get back to some basics as a school family. After 8 years together it's time recenter and return to a true distributive leadership model. We all need to share our expertise and share in the responsibility! #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      Q4) In looking at your accomplishments, what is one goal you look forward to bringing into the next school year? #MEMSPAchat
  • jon_wennstrom May 10 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    The Dance not Dental! #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @AllysonApsey
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    I will be there! Cannot wait to get inspired by @BethHouf #LeadLAP #MEMSPAchat #Path2Serendipity
  • Amy_Martin May 10 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    More accountability, celebration and expectation for Ts and Ss. We are calling it ACE's and correlating it to aces in the deck of cards. #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      Q4) In looking at your accomplishments, what is one goal you look forward to bringing into the next school year? #MEMSPAchat
  • MPSbiedermann May 10 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4: So many goals: I am going to try and make LESS rookie mistakes next year-priority 1! After that, I'd like to re-energize the PLC process in my building, collaborate more, allow Ss a larger platform and voice and to empower my staff to feel comfortable taking risks #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      Q4) In looking at your accomplishments, what is one goal you look forward to bringing into the next school year? #MEMSPAchat
  • jeremynewth May 10 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Soooo good, Jon! #memspachat
    In reply to @JWSwegles
  • vickilwilson5 May 10 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4: One goal I have is to support my teachers in taking on a leadership goal next year - such as leading a book study with colleagues, take on a school project, learn how to lead instructional rounds, etc. #MEMSPAchat
  • richbacolor May 10 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4) Did a literacy workshop with K-5 teachers this year connecting Do-Talk-Read-Write science sequence with Speaking-Listening-Reading-Writing. Would love to expand on that with more teachers. #MEMSPAchat #Science4Literacy4All
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      Q4) In looking at your accomplishments, what is one goal you look forward to bringing into the next school year? #MEMSPAchat
  • secorsig May 10 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    A4: Implementing social/emotional supports for all students at our school who are in need #MEMSPAchat
  • vgilbert3 May 10 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    #memspachat A4: Continuing to work on restorative practices and PLCs.
  • kwall628 May 10 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    A4: I look forward to encouraging and leading my staff through making data-driven decisions and having data centered discussions. #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      Q4) In looking at your accomplishments, what is one goal you look forward to bringing into the next school year? #MEMSPAchat
  • Syndee_Sue May 10 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Me too! Come on #waynelsl let's go! #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @AllysonApsey, @BethHouf
  • mschulte50 May 10 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    #memspachat A4: I am looking forward to growing my PLN, while taking on a bigger role in mentoring educators
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Question 5 up in one minute. Keep Celebrating! #MEMSPAchat
  • Syndee_Sue May 10 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Guide them to find their passions and let them fly with it...just like you do!!! #memspachat
    In reply to @vickilwilson5
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:33 PM EDT
  • RichardKlee1 May 10 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4: Richard Klee joining late, but want to use our newly graduated teacher leaders to keep our staffs on the right path and learn from mistakes. #MEMSPAchat
  • KatQuain May 10 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    A4: Makerspace and more opportunities for Ss to be creative such as STEAM. Been working with my partner in crime @MPSbiedermann and our amazing tech ladies @mrsjhebel @hz_pow to make this happen. #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:27 PM EDT
      Q4) In looking at your accomplishments, what is one goal you look forward to bringing into the next school year? #MEMSPAchat
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Q5) How do you celebrate with your students? #MEMSPAchat
  • BillK76 May 10 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4. Continuing to encourage my awesome teacher to watch and learn from each other truly believe that is where best/quickest growth will come from. #MEMSPAchat
  • TCRyanSchrock May 10 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    A4: We’re looking forward to instilling leadership skills in our staff, students, and families. We have an incredibly talented school community at #TraverseHeights!#MEMSPAchat
  • jon_wennstrom May 10 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    We #CelebrateMonday each week with ALL our students. Great way to start the week on a positive note! #MEMSPAchat
  • Amy_Martin May 10 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    SEL is so important for our students. We are implementing Second Step at our middle school next school year. Addressing students social/emotional needs must take place before learning can happen. #MEMSPAchat
    • secorsig May 10 @ 8:31 PM EDT
      A4: Implementing social/emotional supports for all students at our school who are in need #MEMSPAchat
  • HarvestLearning May 10 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    A5: Every month... community meetings, celebrate birthdays, celebrate shining stars. Daily, high fives and hugs and so much more! #MEMSPAchat
  • secorsig May 10 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A5: Has to be a daily thing! There are amazing moments to celebrate in every school, everyday. Laugh with kids, be silly with kids, high-five and chest bump kids. If you are on the look-out for those opportunities, you will find them!!! #MEMSPAchat
  • Syndee_Sue May 10 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    YES!!! They are ready to take on the world!!!! #MEMSPAchat @JennyTeer @sjhilling @MariaBajorek @VGreenlaw #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @RichardKlee1, @JennyTeer, @sjhilling, @MariaBajorek, @VGreenlaw
  • mschulte50 May 10 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    #memspachat A4: I would like to provide a technology tip (presented by someone other than me) at every meeting I attend.
  • KlissClaire May 10 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A5: Reading Celebrations, Good Behavior weekly raffles, good behavior trips. Give books for birthdays, Greeting them each day as the enter school etc... #MEMSPAchat
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A5: We are starting a new PBIS system next year. No trinkets, no tickets, instead we are setting monthly SEL goals and acknowledging students who demonstrate the goals. It is going to be AWESOME!! #Path2Serendipity #MEMSPAchat
  • Timothy_C_Lee May 10 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A4: Building a more collaborative environment in the building. We are moving to a new structure and support to ensure teachers have time and learn and grow from one another. #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @PaulLiabenow
  • kwall628 May 10 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A5: This has to be one of the best and favorite parts of my day! High fives, smiles, and encouraging words. Students also join me for lunch, a bonus recess, or a dance/song party with my JammyPack! @AllysonApsey #MEMSPAchat
  • BillK76 May 10 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    A5. Lots of informal and formal ways. Try to make a big deal of their success in the lunchroom in front od their peers when i can. High fives/knucks in hall, morning anouncments etc. #MEMSPAchat
  • Joshua_Haggerty May 10 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    A5: We are taking a group of students to our local YMCA for swimming, basketball, volleyball and more fun! We had a ton of fun last year. Students loved it. #MEMSPAchat
  • mschulte50 May 10 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    #memspachat A5: High fives and knuckle bumps
  • jeremynewth May 10 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    Ever since I spoke at your assembly, I can vouch for how much your students love #celebratemonday! A super way to begin the week! #memspachat
    In reply to @jon_wennstrom
  • vickilwilson5 May 10 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A5: PBIS assemblies twice a month - we award trophies for excellent work in specials and lunch, Ss walk the red carpet monthly with excellent behavior that month, we sing and dance together her and have quick mini character lesson by one classroom teacher. #MEMSPAchat
  • vgilbert3 May 10 @ 8:39 PM EDT
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Question 6 up in 1 minute. #MEMSPAchat
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Love my #JammyPack!! I emailed them to see if they wanted to be the first sponsors of The #PrincipalsPlayhouse. They did not respond :( Ha! #MEMSPAchat #Path2Serendipity
    • kwall628 May 10 @ 8:37 PM EDT
      A5: This has to be one of the best and favorite parts of my day! High fives, smiles, and encouraging words. Students also join me for lunch, a bonus recess, or a dance/song party with my JammyPack! @AllysonApsey #MEMSPAchat
  • RichardKlee1 May 10 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A6: As a district level person, I try to be supportive of teachers in taking risks and letting their kids know it’s alright to fail and even celebrate failure. #MEMSPAchat
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    Yes!! We are too!! Of course we will share!! #MEMSPAchat #Path2Serendipity
    In reply to @kwall628
  • MPSbiedermann May 10 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A5: By being present... in the hallway; smiles and high fives. I ask about soccer, baseball, drama etc. I tell them REALLY silly jokes and try to make the older ones laugh when they are "too cool"! #MEMSPAchat
    • kwall628 May 10 @ 8:37 PM EDT
      A5: This has to be one of the best and favorite parts of my day! High fives, smiles, and encouraging words. Students also join me for lunch, a bonus recess, or a dance/song party with my JammyPack! @AllysonApsey #MEMSPAchat
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Q6) As we come to a close, we need to celebrate the staff...staff is defined by all that draw a check, how do you celebrate your staff? #MEMSPAchat
  • JWSwegles May 10 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5: Honors Assemblies, #GoodNewsCalloftheDay, small notes here and there, Special Person of the Week. Looking at ways to celebrate the academic success those who work hard, show growth, but might be on the "honor roll" #memspachat
  • TCRyanSchrock May 10 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A5: Celebrating with students comes in all shapes and sizes! Individual: Read to the Principal. Small group: Build in the MakerSpace with the Principal. Class: Kickball Game vs. the Principal. Whole School: Sing Along! #MEMSPAchat
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A6) Joint Party for MIASCD, MAC and MEMSPA celebrating another successful year. #MEMSPAchat
  • Timothy_C_Lee May 10 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5: It’s the small, everyday celebrations that make a difference. Noticing a student improving on an assignment or showing appropriate behavior and giving a high five and quick “Great work, I’m proud of you” has been powerful for me this year. #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @PaulLiabenow
  • JWSwegles May 10 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5: ...and tomorrow is HIGH 5 Friday. Leave the building for the weekend on a positive note! #memspachat
  • richbacolor May 10 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A5) I’ve been to a couple “learning showcase” “mind fair" type events at schools this year. Students presenting their project/learning followed by me honestly saying, “Wow. That’s really cool.” #whyweteach #MEMSPAchat
  • BillK76 May 10 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A6. Instead of buying little trinkets of junk for Xmas and appreciation days I buy tickets to a tigers game at end of year. Fun night out making memories. #MEMSPAchat
  • HarvestLearning May 10 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A6: Same way we celebrate teachers! We are all in it together. Public thank you's, notes. #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:41 PM EDT
      Q6) As we come to a close, we need to celebrate the staff...staff is defined by all that draw a check, how do you celebrate your staff? #MEMSPAchat
  • RichardKlee1 May 10 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    A6: I try to do this every time I’m in a building and not wait for big celebrations. Life is short and you never know when you’ll have another opportunity to show gratitude. #MEMSPAchat
  • Amy_Martin May 10 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    ALL staff are included in our last day BBQ, we take an ALL staff picture on the first PD day of the year. Today we went around with our Treat Trolley for Teacher Appreciation Week, we included lunch monitors, cafeteria staff, paras, etc. Nobody is excluded!#MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:41 PM EDT
      Q6) As we come to a close, we need to celebrate the staff...staff is defined by all that draw a check, how do you celebrate your staff? #MEMSPAchat
  • jon_wennstrom May 10 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    A6: Celebrated our AMAZING Buchanan Staff with a song. 42 staff members included & it (mostly) rhymes😉 #MEMSPAchat
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    Yes!! You can bet that I will blog about it!! :) I am pretty predictable!! #MEMSPAchat #Path2Serendipity
    • teachrecklessly May 10 @ 8:45 PM EDT
      Oh I want to know more about this!!! Michelle borba outlines “moral character” and I’ve used it as themes of the month in #speced #alted before.
      In reply to @AllysonApsey
  • vickilwilson5 May 10 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A6: Annual staff family party at my house the Saturday after school is out to celebrate staff and thank their families. Bounce house waterslide for the kids, karaoke, food, fun and friends. #MEMSPAchat
  • vgilbert3 May 10 @ 8:46 PM EDT
  • TCRyanSchrock May 10 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A6: Hand-written notes, personalized and... they rhyme. Seems cheesy, but it so fun to celebrate our staff by writing a poem about each one. Our staff is amazing and deserving of a novel! #MEMSPAchat
  • KlissClaire May 10 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    A6: I put affirmations in my weekly communication. include everyone in celebratory lunches periodically. Would love to hear more ideas! #MEMSPAchat
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    Two questions left! Q7 up in just one minute. #MEMSPAchat
  • secorsig May 10 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A6: Full year commitment to make all staff feel valued and appreciated. Our last staff meeting is full of McDonalds breakfast food and a two round Jeopardy game. We eat and laugh together. It’s a fun way for us to celebrate together. #MEMSPAchat
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Q7) What will you do to Sharpen Your Saw and rejuvenate this summer? #MEMSPAchat
  • vgilbert3 May 10 @ 8:48 PM EDT
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A7) Reading “Encouraging the Heart” by Kouzes and Posner & “The integrated approach to student achievement” by Donyall Dickey. #MEMSPAchat
  • kwall628 May 10 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A6: Being intentional with celebrating everyone in the building with handwritten notes/words of affirmation. End of the year gathering at a teacher's lake house with families of all staff members. #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:41 PM EDT
      Q6) As we come to a close, we need to celebrate the staff...staff is defined by all that draw a check, how do you celebrate your staff? #MEMSPAchat
  • BivinsMiller May 10 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A7 - A week away from tech would do the body good for me! I’m going to try to step away for at least a week or two and fully recharge my batteries so I can bring it in 18-19! #bestyearyet #MEMSPAchat
  • Syndee_Sue May 10 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    Check this out #memspachat Love this idea!
    • DrJVanBuren May 10 @ 12:40 PM EDT
      We have an awesome Child Nutrition Dept! Our new food truck will definitely increase student participation. Creative way to increase food service revenue, which will allow us to provide FREE breakfast for ALL students next year.
  • HarvestLearning May 10 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A7: A lot of reading to catch up on! Our 4th Annual Harvest Staff Retreat! Continue to focus on getting healthy... lost 4 size now gotta work on working out! Quality time with my family. #MEMSPAchat
  • KlissClaire May 10 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A7: RELAX, catch up on reading, and of course attend the summer leadership institute in Kzoo!!! #MEMSPAchat
  • RichardKlee1 May 10 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A7: Lots of reading and enjoying the view from my deck. #MEMSPAchat
  • MrDomagalski - Moderator May 10 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A7: Relax a bit, Home projects, family time, then attend @MEMSPA Summer Leadership and present at the “Spotlight on Innovation 1.5” #MEMSPAchat
  • jon_wennstrom May 10 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A7: Heading to #MEMSPASLI18 & to #npc18 this summer! Looking forward to connecting, reflecting, learning, and growing! #MEMSPAchat
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    I am so excited to be presenting at many conferences and many schools this summer! My saw better be sharpened!! One is the #MEMSPASLI18 #MEMSPAchat #Path2Serendipity
  • Timothy_C_Lee May 10 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A6: Still planning this one, thinking of an end of the year wrap up, but not sure what it looks like. #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @PaulLiabenow
  • BillK76 May 10 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7. Try to get my hands dirty with home projects. Rest relax with family and friends. Read some books to help me next year. #MEMSPAchat
  • Joshua_Haggerty May 10 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A7: Fun trips with the family! Disney world and a trip to Yellowstone will do the trick! #MEMSPAchat
  • mschulte50 May 10 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    #memspachat A7: I want to read some books, learn with my region 6 friends, and learn from @Syndee_Sue
  • secorsig May 10 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A7: begin work on my Ed-Specialist degree #LifeLongLearner #MEMSPAchat
  • richbacolor May 10 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Gonna take a brief screen break before my next chat. (i.e. grab some M&Ms and a water) Thanks for everything you do for our schools, students, and teachers - #MEMSPAchat
  • MPSbiedermann May 10 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A7: Attend #ISTE18 in June!!! Reflect, Reflect, Reflect... What went well, what would I do again, how can I improve?!?! Decompress with my people, be still, rest! Read and build my capacity for leadership... Also read #Path2Serendipity a couple times!!! #MEMSPAchat
  • kwall628 May 10 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A7: I have quite a list of books to read. I'm also attending #MEMSPASLI18 with my #lmcohort9 colleagues. Of course, we'll have a vacation or 2 worked in for some family time. #MEMSPAchat
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    I am going to write a blogpost! Stay tuned...allysonapsey.com #MEMSPAchat #Path2Serendipity
    In reply to @BMwanda_Edu, @AitkenTimothy
  • vickilwilson5 May 10 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A8: Rev up my exercise routine, book clubs, family vacation, friend getaway, a couple conferences, sleeping in, and just being a mom to 3 amazing kids everyday. #MEMSPAchat
  • KatQuain May 10 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A7: Finishing several half started books to incorporate new fresh ideas for the fall, spending time with my awesome family, and going to DISNEY! #MEMSPAchat
  • Timothy_C_Lee May 10 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A7: Summer reading @Path2Serendipity and sprucing up the building and playground. Creating an environment that inspires others helps to push me forward. #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @PaulLiabenow
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    Last question of the night up in 1 minute. Thanks for spending this fantastic hour of learning with me! #MEMSPAchat
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Q8) What will you do to celebrate with your family this summer, and completing another successful school year? #MEMSPAchat
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A8) Boating on Lake Michigan with family. Looking forward to a short family vacation in Orlando post-NAESP Conference. And of course trimming Christmas trees... #MEMSPAchat
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A8: We love to go boating in the summer as a family. So fun!! I will also be writing... #Path2Serendipity #MEMSPAchat
  • jon_wennstrom May 10 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Great job @PaulLiabenow on leading #MEMSPAchat tonight & thanks for hosting the #PrincipalsPlayhouse!
  • Amy_Martin May 10 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    We are headed to the UK (London, Scotland, Dublin) for most of July. Traveling with our friends who are from Edinburgh, Scotland. Can't wait!! #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:55 PM EDT
      Q8) What will you do to celebrate with your family this summer, and completing another successful school year? #MEMSPAchat
  • jeremynewth May 10 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A7 My wife's visa will come through and she and our kids will finally be able to move to the USA!!! Plus I'll keep reading from my ever-growing educational books pile! #memspachat
    In reply to @PaulLiabenow
  • secorsig May 10 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    A8: Daddy/Daughter vacation is always a highlight of my summer. Then time with the 4 of us, doing anything, is a celebration #MEMSPAchat
  • EduGladiators May 10 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️Ready to rethink your school PD?! SATURDAY #EduGladiators {NEW}series 🍎Teaching & Learning continues w/author @4OClockFaculty @RACzyz moderating! #globaledchat #mschat #UrbanEdChat #ChristianEducators #LATICchat #memspachat #MasteryChat #langchat #kyedchat #gtchat
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    OH! I will be at #ISTE18 for a hot minute!! Thrilled that you are connecting with The #Path2Serendipity Makes me SO happy!! #MEMSPAchat
    • MPSbiedermann May 10 @ 8:52 PM EDT
      A7: Attend #ISTE18 in June!!! Reflect, Reflect, Reflect... What went well, what would I do again, how can I improve?!?! Decompress with my people, be still, rest! Read and build my capacity for leadership... Also read #Path2Serendipity a couple times!!! #MEMSPAchat
  • HarvestLearning May 10 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A8: Visiting my oldest in Washington DC... Quiet time with spouse, helping our youngest move into her first "grown up" apartment! #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:55 PM EDT
      Q8) What will you do to celebrate with your family this summer, and completing another successful school year? #MEMSPAchat
  • BillK76 May 10 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A7. My wife fills our summer with country music concerts. Coaching my kid in baseball, other fun trips. #MEMSPAchat
  • mschulte50 May 10 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    #memspachat A8: I transform from school administrator to "pool boy", for my family and their friends
  • Joshua_Haggerty May 10 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A8: Disney with these three. No one has more fun than us! #MEMSPAchat
  • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    MEMSPA wishes you luck and celebration in your remaining days! Finish out the school year strong. Remember, don't count the days.. make the days count. #MEMSPAchat
  • MrDomagalski - Moderator May 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A8: Simply give them more of my attention. The month of May/June = 11 or 12 hour days... #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:55 PM EDT
      Q8) What will you do to celebrate with your family this summer, and completing another successful school year? #MEMSPAchat
  • Timothy_C_Lee May 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A8: We have quite a few camping trips planned. Favorite is a week long trip in the UP. Brimley on the agenda this summer. #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @PaulLiabenow
  • KlissClaire May 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A8: Boating. My Dad lives on Drummond Island- all of us go up there..more boating..waterskiing #MEMSPAchat
  • jeremynewth May 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A8 Exploring America with my Australian wife and kids! They're SOOOO excited to FINALLY get to 'merica (as our 3 year old says)! #memspachat
    In reply to @PaulLiabenow
  • KatQuain May 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Exactly!!! Love neighborhood living! We have so many of us close by! #memspachat
    In reply to @MPSbiedermann
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    YES! That would be amazing! We will have to get Tom DeGraaf to join us! #Path2Serendipity #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @PaulLiabenow
  • kwall628 May 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    A8: Taking a trip to the UP to celebrate making it through my first school year as a principal! #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:55 PM EDT
      Q8) What will you do to celebrate with your family this summer, and completing another successful school year? #MEMSPAchat
  • Amy_Martin May 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
    Thanks for a great chat Paul! Great way to end the year...focus on the celebration of all that has gone well! #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
      MEMSPA wishes you luck and celebration in your remaining days! Finish out the school year strong. Remember, don't count the days.. make the days count. #MEMSPAchat
  • JWSwegles May 10 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A8: Trips to Traverse City and Linden to see family. Concerts with my read headed beauty (Avett Brothers, Macklemore, and hopefully @JOHNNYSWIM and @drewholcomb). Did I mention the IPAs? #memspachat
  • AllysonApsey May 10 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Ha ha ha!! You are too funny!! Lucky I like you :) #MEMSPAchat #Path2Serendipity
  • HarvestLearning May 10 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    So much! A lot of laughter, professional development, planning for the upcoming year. (We can chat more about it if you'd like details, each year it's a little different). Staff are integral in the planning and delivery. #MEMSPAchat
    In reply to @jeremynewth
  • JWSwegles May 10 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A7: Read read read, Culturize by @casas_jimmy Everybody Always by @bobgoff The Power of a Positive Team by @JonGordon11 Lead Yourself First by @ErwinRWB and there is this new author I'm interested in...Alex, Alice, Allyson, yeah @AllysonApsey Woo Hoo! #memspachat
  • kwall628 May 10 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Great chat @PaulLiabenow! I know I needed the focus on celebrations tonight! #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:58 PM EDT
      MEMSPA wishes you luck and celebration in your remaining days! Finish out the school year strong. Remember, don't count the days.. make the days count. #MEMSPAchat
  • TCRyanSchrock May 10 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A8: We’ll be on the water every day! My wife is leading a family book club... gotta love being married to a school librarian! #MEMSPAchat
  • MrDomagalski - Moderator May 10 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    Also, we have 5 concerts this summer: Def Leppard / Journey, Panic at the Disco, 30 Seconds to Mars, Taylor Swift, and Ed Sheeran #MEMSPAchat
    • PaulLiabenow May 10 @ 8:55 PM EDT
      Q8) What will you do to celebrate with your family this summer, and completing another successful school year? #MEMSPAchat