#TMchat Archive
Current and relevant education discussions are held every Tuesday in #TMchat. A weekly guest moderator, considered an expert on the the week's topic, joins @conniehamilton to guide the one hour chat and actively engage with participants. Founder and moderator @conniehamilton supplies her responses to the week's questions visually in Thinking Maps.
Tuesday May 3, 2016
Inviting to pop over to and talk Hacking Leaadership with authors and
I'm Connie Hamilton. Joe Sanfellippo, Tony Sinanis, and I are your moderators tonight. Introduce yourself. https://t.co/8Fe96m1pb8
Ed Kemnitzer, Executive Assistant for Tech Integration of Curriculum Support & Development in Massapequa, NY
For the next hour, my tweets will be dedicated to
Hi! I'm Jen, 1st gr. teacher from TX popping in to
thanks for being here Ed- that is awesomeness! Cant wait to hear your thoughts on leadership!
Kimberly, Reading Specialist from north TX.
Our format will include 7 questions. Use A1 to respond to Q1 & remember to include hashtag in all tweets. https://t.co/xC9dxutCIZ
Hi Mary from VA. I teach 2n
Thanks . Looking forward to sharing and LEARNING.
hey Jen- thanks for joining us tonight for - love having the classroom perspective here too!
Hello Philip Gaudet highschool teacher/principal assistant Alberta Canada
Kelly from Illinois---middle school teacher and teacher leader
Hi--Angela from Buffalo, NY. I'm a literacy consultant and a author.
hey Kimberly- so nice to have you here for tonight!
Jessica from Oswego, IL! 7th Gr ELA/SS.
Hello . 1st grade teacher
Hi Mary- thank you for joining us tonight for - love to have your perspectives!
Kathy here .Looking forward to learning
It's great. Year is going by too fast.
hi Lori- thanks for joining us for
Wow, Buffalo and Oswego! Anyone from my alma mater,
Hi Philip- great to have you with us tonight for
Hey !!! Joe, Supt in and co-author of with my man !! Glad to be here!!!
Charlie G. from Houston. Loving some time. Happy to join.
Hi Everyone! Happy Valerie from Atlanta!
Jen, middle grades STEM lab in NC
Hey Kelly- thanks for joining tonight! Love having teacher leaders part of this conversation.
Jenn 1st time in , i'm a 4th grade teacher from MO.
Good evening to my friends at and I am Terry, Fl teacher, finishing up in 2nd and headed to 3rd in the Fall
My name is Nick Rizzo and I am a pre-service teacher at Grove City College.
hey Angela- so glad you are here for
Hi Kathy. How's the grandbaby?
Everyone slide on over and join w/ an amazing group of dedicated educators! It just began. Meredith, principal from IL.
Hey! My family is from Oswego!
hi Jessica- thanks for joining tonight!
Happy to be! Thanks for taking me in,
Hello Laura from Vicksburg MI Instructional Consultant/Coach
Hi Jack. You have my sister's birthday gift ready?
hi Laura- thank you for joining us tonight for
Hi Meredith - glad you are here for
hey Nick- so great to have a pre-service teacher as part of this conversation at tonight!
Q1: How are school culture and school leadership connected?
hey Tim- nice to see you my friend! Welcome to
Hello all, Kathryn from Alberta Canada, pre-service teacher educator in a B.Ed program
Here's next week's moderator joining in on tonight. https://t.co/ANUvgsVZQI
Kathy here .Looking forward to learning
Most school culture is not connected to leadership, although it should be.
A1: Leaders have the power to inspire community-wide mindfulness about culture in addition to shaping it personally.
We have BOTH Hack Learning authors in tonight. WOAH! https://t.co/4p8r0cqaZc
Hey !!! Joe, Supt in and co-author of with my man !! Glad to be here!!!
Hello - Kristen from Philadelphia - Dir of Curriculum at Newtown Friends School
Hi Valerie. Glad you're back to
A1: a cohesive vision that is nurtured and supported by the leaders is easier for Ts and Ss to make visible https://t.co/V7hm25Om6n
Q1: How are school culture and school leadership connected?
A1: "Show me a school that doesn't trust its leader, and I will show you a school that has yet to meet its potential."
will be posting the questions tonight...he's super smart. Ask him. Ha!
Hello Justin from NJ middle school social studies.
A1) Culture is shaped by the leadership.
A1: The school leadership should help create the school culture!
When all stakeholders have a voice, a culture of leadership flourishes
A1 Leaders build relationships that flow into a community and positive culture
Hi Kathryn. Thanks for joining
School leaders set the tone for the school - staff and students
As the amazing says... if the principal sneezes, the whole school catches a cold! Leadership=culture!
Hi! Thanks. Happy to join in and learn.
A1It is the educator leaders in the building who "raise all ships" and work toward improving school culture. https://t.co/Yqd5zaiJ4b
A1: Leaders help provide the environment where people can do their best work. That builds culture.
A1: I feel that the culture of a school is what really influences the leadership.
school leaders (and not just admin) lay the foundation for a school's culture - such an important part of educational leadership!
A1: Probably in every way possible, no? https://t.co/rSiC4smlX0
Q1: How are school culture and school leadership connected?
A1: Positive school cultures are founded and developed when leaders embody the voice of the learners.
A1 School leaders help define school culture, for better & worse but good leaders help school unite, brand & build!
A1 School Leadership set the stage for whatever happens each year and how it is received. https://t.co/tEl0BqDybb
Q1: How are school culture and school leadership connected?
Or a school that's falling apart... https://t.co/2L9psTo2SZ
A1: "Show me a school that doesn't trust its leader, and I will show you a school that has yet to meet its potential."
A1 culture will guide leadership and leadership will bring culture
A1: school culture reflects general perception of school leadership
Culture change is a shared responsibility. Many talk about trust but Hemingway had it perfectly: https://t.co/NOWJA0jcUv
Hi Justin. Thanks for joining
Good point Nick. Think it works both ways?
How is it a 2-way street? Share more...
We need leaders to help grow and nurture the culture, and then culture reciprocates and grows leaders
Yes! Exactly. And teachers need to feel comfortable doing what is best for kids at ALL TIMES. https://t.co/X6UT8ryQFO
A1: Leaders help provide the environment where people can do their best work. That builds culture.
Barb, academic coach, Minnesota looking forward to tonight's
says it best,"When the principal sneezes the whole school catches the cold!"(Good and bad!)
Hello, . Cara from MO umping in a bit late after my girls' bedtime!
What makes you say that, Nick? https://t.co/TaYUetXLbS
A1: I feel that the culture of a school is what really influences the leadership.
A1: Leadership can only promote positive culture to the extent the followers will accept the promotion.
Culture in schools is built on relationships. Want a positive culture? You need healthy relationships rooted in trust & respect.
A1: Bad leadership or a lack of trust can be toxic to culture. Strong leadership can shape culture.
Good point!
Leaders = Not just admin!
https://t.co/EJ1ZW53jeH
school leaders (and not just admin) lay the foundation for a school's culture - such an important part of educational leadership!
Hey great to see you hosting !
YES!! Totally agree with that- trust impacts culture- great point!
A1 Leadership is the P.R. department for THE VISION & build the buy in so all involved parties collaborate to build school culture!
How does a leader embody the voice of learners? That doesn't happen by accident. https://t.co/mu9MFCi6fe
A1: Positive school cultures are founded and developed when leaders embody the voice of the learners.
A1: Leadership..all those in the seat will set the culture by model, encouragement and support. As well as expectations.
TOTALLY agree! For true change to take root and move 4ward teacher leaders must be leading. https://t.co/aAdD8KYsMd
Good point!
Leaders = Not just admin!
https://t.co/EJ1ZW53jeH
school leaders (and not just admin) lay the foundation for a school's culture - such an important part of educational leadership!
interesting point Darren. Do you think teachers influence culture more than the leadership?
A1: school culture and school ldrs - alignment is vital. Building a better ship requires parts from the same factory.
A1: Sometimes poor followership is just as guilty of creating a bad culture as poor leadership.
Seek out their interests and what engages them in learning and speak that same language. https://t.co/VSrP83XoJH
How does a leader embody the voice of learners? That doesn't happen by accident. https://t.co/mu9MFCi6fe
A1: Positive school cultures are founded and developed when leaders embody the voice of the learners.
. Everyone's a leader when given the opportunity!
Q2: As school leaders, how can we go from simply being visible to being present and engaged?
A1 A good school leadership team will also effectively read the school/community culture and respond accordingly
Absolutely. Strength (good or bad) in numbers.
I might say... everyone's a leader whether you want to or not. https://t.co/XEDIBQ6dpK
. Everyone's a leader when given the opportunity!
I think teachers more & more ARE the leadership.
interesting perspective. I would argue that the leadership has a greater impact on the trajectory of the culture.
A2: Be apart of the conversation, sit and observe, give feedback, do some team moment of teaching.
. Thanks. I just wrote a on this topic. Everyone's great here tonight!
Retweet Q2. https://t.co/1OdipZ5e3W
Q2: As school leaders, how can we go from simply being visible to being present and engaged?
Agree but with better leaders would the followership be better?
Agreed . Everyone is school leads in some capacity. https://t.co/VesomoHS4I
. Everyone's a leader when given the opportunity!
Tweet out the link... we want to read it. https://t.co/CqwenJ6mUW
. Thanks. I just wrote a on this topic. Everyone's great here tonight!
A2: Visibility is easy. Engage Ss and Ts in conversation showing interest in their lives, both personal and professional.
A2: The greatest gift of service you can give to someone is to be completely present when you are with them
. Hang out in Teachers' rooms. Teach w Teachers.
A2: it is imperative school leaders engage/participate at all levels & with all participants & stakeholders https://t.co/HNMVySYj8z
Q2: As school leaders, how can we go from simply being visible to being present and engaged?
A2 - Talk to people - faculty, students, parents - especially the ones outside of your tribe. Ask "what's on your mind?"
A2: When leaders are vulnerable enough to learn beside kids and teachers, it feels like presence and engagement.
How else? https://t.co/zmxL2beGBj
A2: Visibility is easy. Engage Ss and Ts in conversation showing interest in their lives, both personal and professional.
. SO true. We get distracted, too. SO much going on. Be fully present.
Ohhh... is your love language QUALITY TIME? https://t.co/1FWceig2hD
A2: The greatest gift of service you can give to someone is to be completely present when you are with them
Leadership sets the tone, builds the shared vision, and hopefully inflames the passion and purpose.
A2: Don't just show up. Be there and ENGAGE.
A2: Just being side-by-side. Get in there and get dirty. As a classroom T I'd welcome leadership anytime! https://t.co/DSWmVpCt5s
Q2: As school leaders, how can we go from simply being visible to being present and engaged?
YES! Great point Rita- we must engage with teachers, collaborate with teachers & listen to teachers!
A2: ask questions. Seek input and follow through with it
Great opener to conversation. "What's on your mind?" https://t.co/PmshoG7PUN
A2 - Talk to people - faculty, students, parents - especially the ones outside of your tribe. Ask "what's on your mind?"
great point Ashley- listening is key!
A2: be out there. In classes, in hallways, sharing stories. Be a trusted presence. The Wolfpack needs all hunters.
Vulnerable, honest, real, relevant. Uh huh! https://t.co/RzXZcyr3hS
A2: When leaders are vulnerable enough to learn beside kids and teachers, it feels like presence and engagement.
Kind of a chicken/egg conundrum. Too complex to sum up thoughts in a Tweet.
A2: Visibility is seen. Presence is felt.
A2- Engage teachers and students, encourage teacher leadership, give constructive feedback, give Ts a chance to take risks.
A2 Bring others to the table. Allow teacher leaders and other stake holders to have a seat at the table with power.
Positively AND negatively... choice is theirs. https://t.co/mOQOOXDTAt
Leadership sets the tone, builds the shared vision, and hopefully inflames the passion and purpose.
A2) Move from "admin" areas to learning areas. Both Ts learning & Ss learning.
A2 - Ask "what do you think people are scared to tell me/us?" (<- the leadership)
A1: Will leader support ts? Celebrate success & be champ in fails? Leadership IS culture-starts&ends there https://t.co/eEYXm3ez6j
Q1: How are school culture and school leadership connected?
I think it's powerful when leaders ask those they lead to provide feedback too. https://t.co/prHNupCoZv
A2: Be apart of the conversation, sit and observe, give feedback, do some team moment of teaching.
. Be the phantom, omnipresent.
Being visible may be in the best interest of the leader; being present & engaged is in the best interest of the whole community!
Agree. https://t.co/P1iLLQN2Pe
A2: The greatest gift of service you can give to someone is to be completely present when you are with them
And emotionally present if not sharing space.
A2] Acknowledge the great work they do! Often & with specifics!
A2 I think honesty & authenticity go a long way in helping leaders engage-clear communication is key!
A2: Yes--we need to seek data of our own leadership. https://t.co/OMw9amReEh
I think it's powerful when leaders ask those they lead to provide feedback too. https://t.co/prHNupCoZv
A2: Be apart of the conversation, sit and observe, give feedback, do some team moment of teaching.
A2 Being available, open, and encouraging.
And all members of that community need to tell that same story! https://t.co/7mQdjigcji
Being visible may be in the best interest of the leader; being present & engaged is in the best interest of the whole community!
I love when admins refer to themselves as lead learners. That is certainly a change in culture.
I can definitely feel a communal pulse in schools where it's fostered vs ones where there is a 1 way mandate!
A2: we need a realistic view of our organization-evaluate stakeholder needs and share; work collaboratively to address needs of all
Literally the best thing you have ever tweeted my friend. That's awesome. https://t.co/UaqBv6varm
Being visible may be in the best interest of the leader; being present & engaged is in the best interest of the whole community!
Be authentic in ur presence.Ts, Ss, Staffulty know when it is real. Being present & by how much is a choice. https://t.co/dl4zIajfxQ
Q2: As school leaders, how can we go from simply being visible to being present and engaged?
You can show appreciation through their love language to get best response.
Being engaged is about knowing your kids' names, knowing their families & knowing the teachers as people; its about relationships!
One and a half chapters in...acts of service or quality time! Yours?
Hi all. Joining a bit late. Looking forward to the rest of the chat.
A2: Listen. Really, truly listen. Participate, from wiping lunch tables to bus duty. Be involved, honest, and hear people.
When someone asks me for my feedback, I feel like I matter enough to be asked.
A2: ldrs must be vulnerable...trust is a two way street.
Service.... hands down, my love language is service. Lowest = Words of Affirmation.
https://t.co/znF0QEjgkI
One and a half chapters in...acts of service or quality time! Yours?
What great language! That definitely puts the learning at the centre and highlights the reciprocity : ) https://t.co/LebNxCzVHR
I love when admins refer to themselves as lead learners. That is certainly a change in culture.
Leadership and culture are almost synonymous.
It's all about building and sustaining relationships
Totally agree. Can't fool people. They know when you are engaged and when you are just taking up space
Q3: What structures can we put in place to create schools that are more student centered than adult centered?
What do you mean vulnerable?
A2: Listen.Implement PD on twitter4skool & create a school PLN...daily motivation w/ personalization is key! https://t.co/dl4zIajfxQ
Q2: As school leaders, how can we go from simply being visible to being present and engaged?
yes!
It's SO important to stop and take the time to do it. https://t.co/88UzBcqlqc
Being engaged is about knowing your kids' names, knowing their families & knowing the teachers as people; its about relationships!
. Brave and true statement for T Appreciation Week. We serve, our passion, our calling.
Hello all...joining late. Jessica Gomez, principal of in Colton, ca. Looking forward to the learning!
Retweet Q3. https://t.co/2pFlI3uofU
Q3: What structures can we put in place to create schools that are more student centered than adult centered?
A3: Structures that speak to students' interest. Time to make, tinker, create, FAIL, redo, build, seek own research interests.
Building a school-wide culture of learning.
Well, let's hope we're doing work we love and have a love of learning.
A3: We are becoming a school next year - super excited to put the focus on Ss
. Agreed and this is a HUGE issue for leaders. Feel of failure puts up a wall. Tough to break down
And that goes a long way toward shaping healthy school cultures. https://t.co/N4KFVHXEAn
YES! It's quite plainly saying, "I value your opinion." Nothing is more empowering than that.
Kids need to have a voice in their educational experience! That is a necessary structure for making schools more about kids.
Sounds like a classroom. https://t.co/vvlHMVQnNA
A3: Structures that speak to students' interest. Time to make, tinker, create, FAIL, redo, build, seek own research interests.
A3: Student leadership. Listening to, valuing, and implementing student input. https://t.co/bJZEA6NBbd
Q3: What structures can we put in place to create schools that are more student centered than adult centered?
A3: I think a student leadership team at a school level would help create more student centered classrooms.
A3 - Figure out how much student choice you're comfortable with and then try to double it. Learners need choice & voice above all.
A3: always asking ourselves if the decision we are making is the best for kids.
A3: Learning about students' passions and developing a relationship for risk taking.
A3: Maybe it is less structure we need. Allow time for Ss to learn, be a part of decision making, allow choice.
A3: create a culture that allows students to take ownership of learning - Goal setting and opportunities such as
show emotion, get excited for great things & sadness for rough things. Share the blood, sweat and tears.
A3: Put kids at the center of all decisions. Our board faces pics of our kids during meetings so we never forget why we're there
It can be as simple as seating arrangement. The little things sometimes have the biggest impacts.
A3: In the process of building makerspaces in 6 elementary buildings and 2 secondary buildings. We only speak about the Ss.
A3: We put a picture of our students at meetings.
A3: Schedules that reflect understanding of Ss physiology w/ regard to learning, i.e. start times, movemt breaks, core inst. times.
A3: A simple Google Forms survey in which the adults get feedback from the students can go a long way.
Love this! https://t.co/aaaiwLrRgT
A3: Put kids at the center of all decisions. Our board faces pics of our kids during meetings so we never forget why we're there
Certainly, this can be a leadership challenge. But isn't building a culture together our shared commitment? https://t.co/PXg2u6DlTk
A1: Leadership can only promote positive culture to the extent the followers will accept the promotion.
A3: As many platforms encouraging students as voice of the school - as greeters, community liaison, voice on the answering machine
I think it humbles us too. If we truly appreciate feedback, we show those we serve that they matter. Leadership is service.
A3 - Anyone tinkering with student periods/days? I am eager to try this out next year.
. agreed and LISTEN to them! So important that is not just a team by name.
What does that look like? PIrate Day? https://t.co/Mfzza5AR9R
A3 - Anyone tinkering with student periods/days? I am eager to try this out next year.
Brilliant! At what level? https://t.co/Zh61yYAW7n
A3 - Anyone tinkering with student periods/days? I am eager to try this out next year.
Bravo bravo! See that?!!!! https://t.co/JS27mxKrMm
TOTALLY agree! For true change to take root and move 4ward teacher leaders must be leading. https://t.co/aAdD8KYsMd
Good point!
Leaders = Not just admin!
https://t.co/EJ1ZW53jeH
school leaders (and not just admin) lay the foundation for a school's culture - such an important part of educational leadership!
A1: Ts greatest impact on student learning - principals greatest impact on school culture - great resource to help
A3 Student choice is a big factor in realigning schools towards students-incorporating a & makes an impact!
. A3: Genius Hour, all day!
It always goes back to relationships. When somebody truly cares. The rest falls into place. https://t.co/WOILGd6Ewf
Being engaged is about knowing your kids' names, knowing their families & knowing the teachers as people; its about relationships!
How do you always have such profound statements in simplest terms? https://t.co/CTNST8kgsC
Leadership and culture are almost synonymous.
A3: Asking Ss what they care about before ASSUMING what they care about, so they have agency in their own experience.
A3: create an environment where the mindset is "failing is not failure" but rather more opportunities to learn
Loving the tonight- such great perspectives about the impact of school leadership!
but don't leave your armor at the door-instead, invite others to use its protection.
what a great point Valerie!
A3: support student input and leadership, integrate with adult leadership
Agreed. I think it's also imperative that teachers show their human side, especially to their students.
yes Ashley- all goes back to relationships!
Another side of that: Being okay with failing yourself! Ss need to see you learn from mistakes as well.
Crazy to think that teachers would hide who they truly are when dealing with Ss all year? https://t.co/FDfDGykcKD
Agreed. I think it's also imperative that teachers show their human side, especially to their students.
Agreed ! These people are way smarter than we are. Should have asked these Qs before writing! Ha! https://t.co/hqoEG8Ucac
Loving the tonight- such great perspectives about the impact of school leadership!
Q4: How and why should leaders be the Chief Storyteller of their space and develop their brand?
LOL! OMG- I literally just thought the same thing! is on FIRE!
A4: If you don't tell your story, someone else will
Leaders must engage all stakeholders in ongoing conversations about learning, which will help build the school's brand
Yes, I would love that when that can happen. https://t.co/jSZq5VJW3N
How about joining in with classroom lessons instead of just walkthrough, observation, evaluation
Agreed@ It is so important for Ss (parents, peers) to see us try, iterate and recover from ideas that 'flop' https://t.co/lXLcFdr4a6
Another side of that: Being okay with failing yourself! Ss need to see you learn from mistakes as well.
A4: Open up your local newspaper--we have to tell the true story. If not, our students are losing out.
Important to remember school leaders include Ss, paraprofessional, families & all who make a difference. https://t.co/TvFAaEVErG
that is a wonderful first step! Next step must be actually enacting their ideas; kids need to develop agency too!
I'm lurking, doing a lot of thinking and learning. :-)
I love that idea. https://t.co/2UX54cZHxN
A3: I think a student leadership team at a school level would help create more student centered classrooms.
We can't wait to get our hands on HACKING LEADERSHIP, part of series. https://t.co/3xyUycK95n
LOL! OMG- I literally just thought the same thing! is on FIRE!
Q4 do you mean the leader's space and brand or the school's?
Retweet Q4. https://t.co/06DS5aF2G3
Q4: How and why should leaders be the Chief Storyteller of their space and develop their brand?
A4: we need to control the story from within otherwise we allow others to control it! We created our own hashtag
A4- if we don't tell it, someone else will and it may not be the truth as we have all seen.
A4: Ldrs need to be proud of the culture they develop and sing its praises. Buy in starts with the top salesman.
hey Kristen- we mean the school's brand & story.
Too often, proof of learning is actually a proof of compliance. We have to give up control to get Ss learning.
Respect lurkers. They display a sign of true intelligence: Listening more than speaking.
As leaders we must celebrate the positive because that will help change the narrative of education, which is too negative now!
A4: If the leader isn't telling the story, s/he probably doesn't know what's going on in the building
has been doing it in her classroom. She would be a GREAT resource. https://t.co/fW8UPuwGtm
A3 - Anyone tinkering with student periods/days? I am eager to try this out next year.
A4: How: by being on the ground, with the kids /Why: so they can lead from where their students need them to lead (student centred)
A4: B/c they are school's greatest champion. B/c taking on the role makes them notice more. B/c if they don't, someone else will.
Or is too caught up in politics. https://t.co/0ex54pHLmb
A4: If the leader isn't telling the story, s/he probably doesn't know what's going on in the building
A4 - School leaders should be actively engaged in their school's social media presence - IG, Twitter, FB, etc.
. A3: Yes, it's important to involve Ss as directors of their learning needs & interests.
This is awesome! Thanks Connie.
A4: The narratives of schools are being told by people who have no affiliation w/ them. We need to shout the amazing things kids do!
A3 Student work's displayed throughout, seating arrangements are conducive to student collaboration, and the adults are listening.
A4: We need leaders with a vision they can believe in and support. They can not and will not make everyone happy...ever.
A4: Ties to Q1-telling great stories fosters a positive culture, which creates more great stories, which fosters - you get the drift
If a leader wants to tell the school story, they must be an engaged part of the story! In fact, the story starts w/ the leadership!
A4: Telling the 'story' also indicates value for the work, learning and producers. The leaders need to be the first ones celebrating
A3
Authentic, relevant tasks. Be facilitators. Stop being afraid to "lose control" & let the Ss really learn https://t.co/P65fMFaov3
Q3: What structures can we put in place to create schools that are more student centered than adult centered?
A4 Leaders create a narrative to grow into, its power comes from a shared story one that is revealed through efforts & dedication
A4: By shared "visioneering" all stakeholders have a say in Vision, then Mission.
Celebrate but don't promote misconceptin that creating culture & brand is easy;it takes intentional thought https://t.co/0lIWkqMgiP
As leaders we must celebrate the positive because that will help change the narrative of education, which is too negative now!
Our use of social media to spread tremendous news about our schools is only just beginning! https://t.co/jjswMpE4C3
it all comes back to vulnerability and presence
A4 Instagram is such a quick way for leaders to SHOW (not tell) their school's story and MS students love doing a
. Yes, be faithful to your brand.
Chiefs.Storytellers.Good school leadershp comes from a team that reps all in the school.Brand? 2 "sell" excellence, innovation et al
Get ready for Q5- it is full of possibilities!
Q5: How can we use the philosophy to impact teachers, their learning and their PD?
A4: chief story tellers are our leaders-providing vibrant picture of current context with future vision, communicating for community
As leaders, we can no longer just share information; we must use pics/videos/etc to tell a story!
I didn't want to generalize but in my surveys of Ts, THAT is the reason they shut down. But it can change! https://t.co/K3aXz4LwIS
Agreed! SM is super powerful for connecting. Not just classdojo, either, because FB & Twitter engage community.
A4: It'dangerous for a new leader to cultivate a story before learning it.
A5 - This is the question that got me super excited for this chat - can't wait to steal ideas!
Missing the thread... what is the reason they shut down?
Leaders sometimes have to do what they think is best even if it goes against popular opinion.
What story is your school telling https://t.co/Hoc2CBaqpG
As leaders, we can no longer just share information; we must use pics/videos/etc to tell a story!
Goals that meet your interests. Resources and PD to help you. Collaboration would truly make it best. https://t.co/0apzhhD70O
Q5: How can we use the philosophy to impact teachers, their learning and their PD?
A5: Provide Ts with time to delve deep into their own interests. Let them play in a makerspace and work on STEAM activities.
I would add the work teachers do also needs to be told by people who understand the complexity of the work Ts do
A5) Genius Hour will also allow teachers to follow passion, take risks and model it for students. Teacher creativity
A5: Make PD "Teacher " and provide capacity to share and explore each others' work.
A4: We really need to celebrate the work of Ts and Ss. They work so hard. Their stories deserve to be told
Yes! Which in turn leads our Ts to be engaged in helping tell our school's story. It's contagious! https://t.co/Eoe3gW0nRV
If a leader wants to tell the school story, they must be an engaged part of the story! In fact, the story starts w/ the leadership!
I so agree abt leadership. Leaders need to be in service of others. And your PLN. Let's celebrate teachers!! https://t.co/3nzW74MBL5
A5: Genius hour is what educators wished they had when they were in school - control of personal individualized engagement
A4: Community doesn't always understand the vision, or a decision in context. In the end the leader is accountable for the brand.
. Some level of dissent is natural. Start with like-minded nucleus. Watch it flourish and branch out!
I make a point to show/talk about what happens on PD days. Might be day off for Ss, but not Ts. https://t.co/myUELdPIkH
I would add the work teachers do also needs to be told by people who understand the complexity of the work Ts do
A4: The school leader is the greatest advocate, they can share their brand to create a culture.
A5 It allows us to focus on interests instead of requirements. Question and think about teaching. Discover something to engage kids.
& social media. GenZ & r Ss LIVE 4 getting info from others & sending it out to share. Leaders MUST follow THEIR lead!
A5: Genius hour for teacher PD would allow teachers to have time to explore their interests. https://t.co/4DlF4LKXBq
Still thinking constantly about how all of that daily data you share here can inspire reflection/analysis too.
- in schools where tchrs are setting own goals & driving own PD, choice is there but the mentality might not be
A5: Not familiar with Genius Hour. Anyone help an uninformed feller out?
A5: Treat Teacher PD like . Let Ts choose their passion. Give them time & resources to explore. Happens in
thank you for recognizing that is actually powerful data that informs my practice each day!
A5) We want Ss to be creative & innovative. Ts need to practice this too. Give Ts voice & choice to learn their passion, too.
A5 Give teachers a chance to work with someone in a different grade level or department. Encourage to try something totally new!
Love when Ss ask if the pic I'm taking is going to go on social media. They love reading about their school's story!
A5 leaders need to model the process & mindset and create a schedule/PD calendar that creates time for their teachers
I think it actually cuts time off of evals. Right Tony?
A6 Experimenting with PLC genius hours giving Ts great prof books and resources and setting relevant goals https://t.co/zfOkJafSwA
Q5: How can we use the philosophy to impact teachers, their learning and their PD?
I recall hearing 15% of ppl will always say yes, 15% will always say no and 70% need to be convinced ; )
Very powerful. Not only about branding, transparency. Documentation. Evidence. Qualitative data.
What if they want to explore alone? https://t.co/VitxKQ5KsU
A5 Give teachers a chance to work with someone in a different grade level or department. Encourage to try something totally new!
A5: all need genius hour-it's pursuit, an active learning model that leverages interest and energizes creativity and productivity
YES Joe- that too! Writing an eval or observation is a breeze because I have seen it each day!
Q6: What is the greatest challenge facing school leaders today?
A5 following lead trying to create rotating duty schedule to give Ts time during the week to work third craft
Yes they do! So many great stories to be told every day! https://t.co/GL6BEIM8e6
A4: We really need to celebrate the work of Ts and Ss. They work so hard. Their stories deserve to be told
Yes ! will be at this year presenting on this very thing!! https://t.co/Q7R76GSsHA
A5) We want Ss to be creative & innovative. Ts need to practice this too. Give Ts voice & choice to learn their passion, too.
is simply the best? Some1 asks a question-that probably many are thinking-she pops up answer https://t.co/e6ttu9aceG
A5: Often the best PD is in the building. Genius Hour allows the people on the bus to move themselves into the proper seats.
A5 following lead trying to create rotating duty schedule to give Ts time during the week to work on their craft
A5 As adults, we'd be discovering/rediscovering our purpose, engaging in divergent thinking, and learning without limits...together.
We agree.
"We want Ss to be creative & innovative. Ts need to practice this too."
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A5) We want Ss to be creative & innovative. Ts need to practice this too. Give Ts voice & choice to learn their passion, too.
A6: I don't know if it is just "today" but I think trying to answer and provide for all they need to answer and provide for.
SS have an outlet to increase learning but to also show off what they know - increase self esteem
The greatest challenge leaders face is convincing stakeholders that students are more than a test score or a grade
A6: a great challenge is always remembering that you were once a new teacher who needed the support of your leader
A6: Balancing datadriven schools&pressures frm DOE yet creatng an inviting culture 4Ss&Ts.My hats off 2all! https://t.co/Con3AdS24L
Q6: What is the greatest challenge facing school leaders today?
Leaders need to set examples and allow elements of play for teachers.
A6: my first inclination is to say the inevitable cake/cupcakes in the Ts lounge...
A6: Being under appreciated is a significant challenge. As well as bureaucracy. Which is why the storytelling is so important
A6: Every leader answers to someone. Supt, board, or community. When those don't connect leaders have an issue. I'm so lucky in FC.
A6: This notion that education is in an absolute bad state right now. I disagree. There is no better time for innovation!
A6: trust and delegate well; have faith in the teachers
Greatest challenge facing leaders? Balancing ridiculous mandates/policies & trying to do what is in the best interest of kids!
A6 : Making time to think, reflect, plan.
A6: I'm just gonna say it: Standardized testing.
A6 keeping the focus on why we became educators. Not to meet standards and take tests, but to share a love of thinking and learning.
yep! I'll link the page in a minute. It hasall@of@our resources.
A6 leaders caught in accountability cycle, must get off merry-go-round , not easy, takes courage
A6: Leading with a very clear and powerful vision that is owned by all. Using vision to achieve required mandates.Too many abandon.
A6) Good ? Biggest challenge is being transformational and instructional and accountable and visible and...and...breathing!
A6: greatest Edu challenge is supporting innovation while providing ALL students with access to quality learning opportunities
A6: Greatest challenge for administrators is legislative mandates that do not focus on
A6 What can we do to support our leaders?
Allow passions to surface, choice to engage, voice to rise. A6 (Carol from Long Island just popped in late)
A6 the complexity of needs and diversity in family/community values is another challenge for Ts
YES! There is never enough time. I need Hermione's time-turner. https://t.co/eEhPfLLDbT
A6 : Making time to think, reflect, plan.
A6: being willing to adapt and allowing Ts to risk and succeed or fail with support
A6: another awesome challenge is engaging in an awesome while trying to get a half dozen kids to go to sleep!
I refrained from adding "Nest out." It took strength from whence I know not it came.
Q7: What is the most critical component to being a successful school leader?
yes Carol this is a great message to send
Retweeting Q7.... Great tonight. https://t.co/hWAbMwoYpn
Q7: What is the most critical component to being a successful school leader?
A6 : Trying to be a lead learner, a flawless administrator, a visionary leader. That's kind of hard.
A6: Having to put more demands on a growing # of kids ill-equipped for such demands. Daunting, but doable.
you are not kidding! In the end, if we do what's best for kids, we are doing something right.
A6: One great challenge for school leaders is building community support for new approaches to innovate Ed https://t.co/0N6Hux4yzc
Wonderful quote, Meredith A6
This really shows it, doesn't it?
A7: RELATIONSHIPS. Next question.
A7: RELATIONSHIPS. Next question.
I agreed. Be authentic and do your best :)
A7: Communication is key to strong leaders. Involved sharing and listening to all stake holders.
That's Giselle and Jo. xo
Want to see a successful leader? Watch how they relate to all those around them. Relationships are the key to leadership!
Carol - you often say the most thoughtful statements that brighten my day! https://t.co/vCRs67MvAs
Wonderful quote, Meredith A6
A7. Building relationships. Promoting positive culture and climate.
A7: Having a growth mindset, taking time to listen to Ts and Ss and Ps, valuing those around you, being willing to take risks
A7: Practice humility & support the educators working to keep our Ss LLLs
A7: A sense of humor. If you can't laugh with your team, you'll never inspire them to stretch themselves. https://t.co/DPJlw5BFIU
Retweeting Q7.... Great tonight. https://t.co/hWAbMwoYpn
Q7: What is the most critical component to being a successful school leader?
A7: Relationships and trust with students, staff and community. https://t.co/BYeXOSGVWW
Q7: What is the most critical component to being a successful school leader?
If you consistently focus on kids... you are predictable. A quality I admire in a leader. https://t.co/43K9NxD65S
you are not kidding! In the end, if we do what's best for kids, we are doing something right.
A7 It's all about the people. Connect, show you care, and listen. Empower people!
A7: a successful leader creates more leaders, not more followers!
A6: adaptd frm J Maxwell: Know that leadership is not a position,its more of a disposition,one of passion. https://t.co/ZDySojYWOp
A7 Being a compassionate trustworthy leader who gives a solid framework and nurtures ownership. https://t.co/5NSiSlxSPr
Q7: What is the most critical component to being a successful school leader?
I also wish that $$ weren't over their heads due to school funding based on attendance.
Building relationships A7
A7: Most critical part of being a school leader-always doing what's best for ss no matter how hard or uncomfortable it makesour jobs
A7) Relationships. Building them, transforming them and nurturing them through listening, trusting & being authentic & vulnerable.
And a quality stakeholders respect. Also builds trust! https://t.co/Pt18FxsxRs
If you consistently focus on kids... you are predictable. A quality I admire in a leader. https://t.co/43K9NxD65S
you are not kidding! In the end, if we do what's best for kids, we are doing something right.
Could be a sign on your door...
Warning, this principal will ask 'what is best for kids'? https://t.co/XRhP1eNzrP
If you consistently focus on kids... you are predictable. A quality I admire in a leader. https://t.co/43K9NxD65S
you are not kidding! In the end, if we do what's best for kids, we are doing something right.
So much yes. You should write a book on that https://t.co/Ew4NS2HiPZ
If a leader wants to tell the school story, they must be an engaged part of the story! In fact, the story starts w/ the leadership!
A7: The ability to connect w/people through communication, laughter, shared vision, humility, and quality baked goods.
Loving that the theme emerging from tonight's about leadership is... the importance of RELATIONSHIPS! AMEN!
A7 Once relationships are built, trust and transparency embedded, then innovation & growth will follow
thank you for having us Connie! We cannot wait to share the book with the world!
A7) Exhibit a sense of urgency but not a sense of panic. Urgency keeps a prominent.
Thank you so much for sharing that and placing students first! What an amazing leader you are. https://t.co/fJjpzD0teU
A7: Most critical part of being a school leader-always doing what's best for ss no matter how hard or uncomfortable it makesour jobs
Thank you! Great energizing Tchat.
Love this! Might have to hang this on my door tomorrow! https://t.co/0bI8RHd42u
Could be a sign on your door...
Warning, this principal will ask 'what is best for kids'? https://t.co/XRhP1eNzrP
If you consistently focus on kids... you are predictable. A quality I admire in a leader. https://t.co/43K9NxD65S
you are not kidding! In the end, if we do what's best for kids, we are doing something right.
OMG... I have an even better idea... maybe you want to co-author it with me???
A7 Successful school leaders must understand how to build collaborative, trusting culture leading 2 success 4 all.
What a fantastic hour!! Thanks to for letting us crash the party! You people are amazing! Great stuff !
STOP... My family is wondering what's so funny. "Why are you laughing at your chat, mom?" https://t.co/IoAvwuBqlz
OMG... I have an even better idea... maybe you want to co-author it with me???
Also, don't forget all: Tomorrow is . May the Fourth be with you.
We should all do it. Like an ice bucket challenge, but no ice bucket. :)
A7 Successful school leaders must challenge the impossible by bldg a positive culture of achievement for all.
