#SafeSchoolsChat Archive

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #SafeSchoolsChat! Please check in with the group!

SylviaEllison Jun 12 @ 3:00 PM EDT

Thankful for the ⛈⚡️🌩 today ... Can enjoy #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:00 PM EDT

Joining #safeschoolschat from Maryland.

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:00 PM EDT

@SylviaEllison Welcome, Sylvia! #SafeSchoolsChat

Route22Edu Jun 12 @ 3:01 PM EDT

Good afternoon, #SafeSchoolsChat Nikki from TX.

SylviaEllison Jun 12 @ 3:01 PM EDT

Sylvia Ellison, Writing Coach & ENG dept head, Spoto HS (Title 1 school), Tampa, FL #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:01 PM EDT

@JKatzaman Hey there, Jim! #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:02 PM EDT

@Route22Edu Welcome! #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:02 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome Hi, Eric. I trust you're staying warm. #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:02 PM EDT

@nataliebmiller Welcome, Natalie! #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:03 PM EDT

@JKatzaman You got it! #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:04 PM EDT

Question 1 coming up ... #SafeSchoolsChat

Teach4life96 Jun 12 @ 3:04 PM EDT

Hello to everyone. #SafeSchoolsChat

FoleyKev Jun 12 @ 3:04 PM EDT

.Kevin here a Teaching Principal of multi classes in a small rural school with Irelandsforst and only school STEAMRoom #SafeSchoolsChat

Share911 Jun 12 @ 3:04 PM EDT

Good afternoon #SafeSchoolsChat thanks for inviting us to join you on the very sad day for our nation.

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:05 PM EDT

@Teach4life96 Welcome, Dannie Sue! #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:05 PM EDT

@FoleyKev Hey there, Kevin! #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:06 PM EDT

@Share911 Welcome! Glad you could make it! #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:06 PM EDT

Q1: What are some creative ways to notify your staff and students of an emergency situation? #SafeSchoolsChat

nataliebmiller Jun 12 @ 3:07 PM EDT

A1: For quick communication, I use Remind or Edulink. I would like to learn about creative communication tools for Ss. #SafeSchoolsChat

SylviaEllison Jun 12 @ 3:08 PM EDT

A district phone system that can filter & call those that need the info ... We also use @Edsby #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/QW1mJ5HJ9U

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:06 PM EDT

Q1: What are some creative ways to notify your staff and students of an emergency situation? #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:08 PM EDT

A1 Have social media channels prepped to put out then word whenever and wherever. Also have text lists up to date. #safeschoolschat

Teach4life96 Jun 12 @ 3:08 PM EDT

A1) REMIND group text. #safeschoolschat https://t.co/b7stc1Gr7p

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:06 PM EDT

Q1: What are some creative ways to notify your staff and students of an emergency situation? #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:08 PM EDT

@nataliebmiller That's great! #SafeSchoolsChat

SylviaEllison Jun 12 @ 3:08 PM EDT

I'm using @RemindHQ next year for my department #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:09 PM EDT

@Teach4life96 REMIND is a great resource! #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:10 PM EDT

Nice! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/qHA8rjV96B

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:08 PM EDT

A1 Have social media channels prepped to put out then word whenever and wherever. Also have text lists up to date. #safeschoolschat

Route22Edu Jun 12 @ 3:10 PM EDT

A1: Have you used @RemindHQ? In this age of cell phones, it has been a great tool to disseminate information. #SafeSchoolsChat

nataliebmiller Jun 12 @ 3:10 PM EDT

Hi @SylviaEllison! Is @RemindHQ different than Remind? #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/q9pqBZUsS0

SylviaEllison Jun 12 @ 3:08 PM EDT

I'm using @RemindHQ next year for my department #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:10 PM EDT

A1 If the school has a Twitter account, encourage students, teachers, parents to follow it. #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:10 PM EDT

Awesome! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/DMTVMMI9ZN

SylviaEllison Jun 12 @ 3:08 PM EDT

I'm using @RemindHQ next year for my department #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:11 PM EDT

Great tool! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/IG7ZptvSB3

Route22Edu Jun 12 @ 3:10 PM EDT

A1: Have you used @RemindHQ? In this age of cell phones, it has been a great tool to disseminate information. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:11 PM EDT

Great idea!!! Love this! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/7HRwhaqQgm

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:10 PM EDT

A1 If the school has a Twitter account, encourage students, teachers, parents to follow it. #safeschoolschat

SylviaEllison Jun 12 @ 3:11 PM EDT

@nataliebmiller @RemindHQ I'm just tagging them ... I'm not sure if different - same icon! 😜 #SafeSchoolsChat

FoleyKev Jun 12 @ 3:12 PM EDT

A1.Can I suggest text a parent, twitter and school web site as ways to convey emergencies #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:12 PM EDT

Question 2 coming up .... #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:12 PM EDT

A1 Then -- and this is important -- have someone in charge at school who knows how to use social media. #safeschoolschat

nataliebmiller Jun 12 @ 3:12 PM EDT

@SylviaEllison @RemindHQ Awesome! I want to be sure I am using the best version. :) #SafeSchoolsChat

SylviaEllison Jun 12 @ 3:13 PM EDT

A1 Out district is so large we also depend on TV and Radio media #SafeSchoolsChat

Route22Edu Jun 12 @ 3:13 PM EDT

.@JKatzaman You're right. People go to FB, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram, etc. for information. Meet them where they are. #SafeSchoolsChat

BBDaneDell Jun 12 @ 3:13 PM EDT

I dont think we want creative in emergencies. We want to notify staff & students predictably so they know what to expect. #SafeSchoolsChat

nataliebmiller Jun 12 @ 3:13 PM EDT

This is so true! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/EqXrdy0TyZ

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:12 PM EDT

A1 Then -- and this is important -- have someone in charge at school who knows how to use social media. #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:14 PM EDT

Q2: What are some proactive considerations when you are sending an emergency message to your community? #SafeSchoolsChat

BBDaneDell Jun 12 @ 3:14 PM EDT

@BBDaneDell predictable notification in emergencies is why we do drills. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:14 PM EDT

Great point! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/jXMd8pqVTH

BBDaneDell Jun 12 @ 3:13 PM EDT

I dont think we want creative in emergencies. We want to notify staff & students predictably so they know what to expect. #SafeSchoolsChat

nataliebmiller Jun 12 @ 3:15 PM EDT

A2: It is essential that our messages provide encouraging information and not fear. #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:15 PM EDT

Q2 First messages should include only essential, irrefutable information. Facts change. Don't overwhelm recipients. #safeschoolschat

Share911 Jun 12 @ 3:15 PM EDT

Many of our school leaders tell us that their #1 consideration is to BE RIGHT, not FAST #SafeSchoolsChat don't put out bad info!

SylviaEllison Jun 12 @ 3:16 PM EDT

A2 I'm fortunate ... Messages by Principal and Chief Communications Officer ... Large district 💜 #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/BxUTGTBESW

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:14 PM EDT

Q2: What are some proactive considerations when you are sending an emergency message to your community? #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:16 PM EDT

This is so important! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/K7VOEKh4Ba

nataliebmiller Jun 12 @ 3:15 PM EDT

A2: It is essential that our messages provide encouraging information and not fear. #SafeSchoolsChat

BBDaneDell Jun 12 @ 3:16 PM EDT

Keep communication with parents open & frequent. TELL PARENTS WHAT TO DO! If not they will all do something different. #SafeSchoolsChat

nataliebmiller Jun 12 @ 3:17 PM EDT

YES! I need to always remember this! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/OZ1acLT5rf

Share911 Jun 12 @ 3:15 PM EDT

Many of our school leaders tell us that their #1 consideration is to BE RIGHT, not FAST #SafeSchoolsChat don't put out bad info!

Teach4life96 Jun 12 @ 3:17 PM EDT

A2) Promote calm, don't tie phone lines, updates will be provided. #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/kH2ytJFvjD

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:14 PM EDT

Q2: What are some proactive considerations when you are sending an emergency message to your community? #SafeSchoolsChat

FoleyKev Jun 12 @ 3:17 PM EDT

A1In my small school I have all parents mobile numbers in my phone.I can send a group text instantly #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:17 PM EDT

Great point! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/VwmNYIFOul

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:15 PM EDT

Q2 First messages should include only essential, irrefutable information. Facts change. Don't overwhelm recipients. #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:17 PM EDT

Love this!!! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/YuZfSn2rCt

Share911 Jun 12 @ 3:15 PM EDT

Many of our school leaders tell us that their #1 consideration is to BE RIGHT, not FAST #SafeSchoolsChat don't put out bad info!

Jaibyrd123 Jun 12 @ 3:17 PM EDT

A2: share the facts. Let APs know what they can do or who they can contact. Promise updates, then deliver. #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:18 PM EDT

Excellent advice! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/Wndn4brBQ2

Teach4life96 Jun 12 @ 3:17 PM EDT
A2) Promote calm, don't tie phone lines, updates will be provided. #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/kH2ytJFvjD
- DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:14 PM EDT
  
  Q2: What are some proactive considerations when you are sending an emergency message to your community? #SafeSchoolsChat

nataliebmiller Jun 12 @ 3:18 PM EDT

@Jaibyrd123 Promise updates = Essential! Great point! #SafeSchoolsChat

FoleyKev Jun 12 @ 3:19 PM EDT

A2.When sending an emergency LESS IS MORE.#SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:19 PM EDT

Love this! Promise updates .. then deliver! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/13st5tR7UJ

Jaibyrd123 Jun 12 @ 3:17 PM EDT

A2: share the facts. Let APs know what they can do or who they can contact. Promise updates, then deliver. #safeschoolschat

MittAubs Jun 12 @ 3:20 PM EDT

@FoleyKev @DavisWelcome Kevin, this is wonderful! #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:20 PM EDT

Last question coming up.... #SafeSchoolsChat

MittAubs Jun 12 @ 3:20 PM EDT

@JKatzaman No! Not at all, why do you ask? #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:22 PM EDT

LQ: How do you communicate if there is no power during an emergency situation? #SafeSchoolsChat

MittAubs Jun 12 @ 3:22 PM EDT

@JKatzaman Some, but a few for less time and a few for more time! Like slow chats. #safeschoolschat

nataliebmiller Jun 12 @ 3:23 PM EDT

A3: At this point, all we have are walkie talkies. They work great as long as the batteries are charged. #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:23 PM EDT

A3 Power might go out, but cell phone batteries and backup school generators last a bit longer. #safeschoolschat

Share911 Jun 12 @ 3:24 PM EDT

That's a great question. Many school leaders tell us they are completely unprepared for a power outage #stoneage #SafeSchoolsChat

SylviaEllison Jun 12 @ 3:24 PM EDT

On campus, we do have walkie score all admin and instructional coaches #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/2JTwYZUKmu

nataliebmiller Jun 12 @ 3:23 PM EDT

A3: At this point, all we have are walkie talkies. They work great as long as the batteries are charged. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:24 PM EDT

@nataliebmiller So important to make sure they are charged at all times. #SafeSchoolsChat

Route22Edu Jun 12 @ 3:24 PM EDT

A3: Have a designated group of people ready to go out in the community to spread the word/provide information. #SafeSchoolsChat

Teach4life96 Jun 12 @ 3:24 PM EDT

LQA) Cell phones are still available. Good question to think on. #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/oEeppd9nCe

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:22 PM EDT

LQ: How do you communicate if there is no power during an emergency situation? #SafeSchoolsChat

nataliebmiller Jun 12 @ 3:24 PM EDT

@Share911 This is so true! We have to be proactive planners! #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:25 PM EDT

A3 So, make sure the school social media network is part of the emergency power system. #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:25 PM EDT

Wow! So important to have lots of back ups in large system. #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/drLfMAsMkx

SylviaEllison Jun 12 @ 3:23 PM EDT

We depend on our media outlets and phone system ... 200K students & 15K tchrs ... It's a challenge #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/eR9GHjbiJk

FoleyKev Jun 12 @ 3:26 PM EDT

A3.In my small school STEAM Room we are programming drones to keep an eye on things.Thas has huge potential for security #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:26 PM EDT

Definitely something to discuss with school crisis team. #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/syrDxAjerc

Share911 Jun 12 @ 3:24 PM EDT

That's a great question. Many school leaders tell us they are completely unprepared for a power outage #stoneage #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:27 PM EDT

Love this! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/9zpaBNbb5a

Route22Edu Jun 12 @ 3:24 PM EDT

A3: Have a designated group of people ready to go out in the community to spread the word/provide information. #SafeSchoolsChat

nataliebmiller Jun 12 @ 3:27 PM EDT

@FoleyKev Wow! This sounds like an amazing idea! #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:27 PM EDT

Good point! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/FNqeK8F1Ct

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:25 PM EDT

A3 So, make sure the school social media network is part of the emergency power system. #safeschoolschat

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:27 PM EDT

A3 Finally, you won't know how well the system works until you test it with the main power source turned off. #safeschoolschat

WayneCamo Jun 12 @ 3:28 PM EDT

A1: A specific song over the public address system could be utilized to notify students and staff of an emergency. #SafeSchoolsChat

nataliebmiller Jun 12 @ 3:28 PM EDT

@JKatzaman This is true! We must practice this in our schools. #SafeSchoolsChat

SylviaEllison Jun 12 @ 3:28 PM EDT

True ... And then 🙏🏻 you never have to use it! 💜 #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/5UUaGekBaj

JKatzaman Jun 12 @ 3:27 PM EDT

A3 Finally, you won't know how well the system works until you test it with the main power source turned off. #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:29 PM EDT

Thank you for your great participation today! See you next week! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/Ke63nn9W03

DavisWelcome Jun 12 @ 3:29 PM EDT

@JKatzaman Absolutely! #SafeSchoolschat

nataliebmiller Jun 12 @ 3:30 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome I appreciate this chat! Thank you for providing time to reflect on what we need to keep our Ts & Ss safe! #SafeSchoolsChat