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whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 7:30 PM EDT

Welcome to #Collschat. Tonight we continue our discussion of #school20 by @chrislehmann & @MrChase. Theses 58-77!

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Please introduce yourselves, where you are from and what you teach #collschat

2ndTandT Aug 2 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Hey, Kristin Tosh, OPS, teacher of 2nd graders - Happy August #collschat

colls_academic Aug 2 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Hey guys! Brian, CAO, from Collingswood, NJ. Fresh off a tremendous literacy workshop! Let's get at it! #collschat

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 7:32 PM EDT

Shannon teacher of Garfield fourth graders – leader of Camp Yet #collschat https://t.co/2uyK2Umg0A

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 7:32 PM EDT

I'm Dan, tech coach from Collingswood, have really enjoyed this book as a summer read. #collschat

MsYucis Aug 2 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Elisabeth, HS English in Collingswood! It's been a great summer so far. #collschat #school20

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 7:35 PM EDT

Q1: Which theses 58-77 resonated with you the most? Why? #collschat #school20

cwahlCHS Aug 2 @ 7:35 PM EDT

Hi everyone, Carol, Special Ed teacher from CHS here! #collschat

2ndTandT Aug 2 @ 7:36 PM EDT

69 - conferences, I would love students to be present and vocal in this conversation #collschat

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 7:36 PM EDT

A1: 70: Communication is key: Remind app, Twitter, FB, and Class Dojo allow my parents to be a part of our school experience. #collschat

MsYucis Aug 2 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A1: 63, about caring. If we don't care (in every sense of the word) what's the point? #collschat #school20

cwahlCHS Aug 2 @ 7:38 PM EDT

For sure, #59 Preschool is a Great Model. Need to have a great space for my Ss. Love to celebrate the good stuff! #collschat

MsYucis Aug 2 @ 7:38 PM EDT

@2ndTandT one of my goals for this year is to improve my conferencing with students. #collschat

mr_dfenton Aug 2 @ 7:40 PM EDT

Hey guys, jumping in late here! Dylan, English teacher from NJ. #collschat

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 7:42 PM EDT

Q2: Thesis 59: What can you do to check in on your student’s social/emotional health more frequently? #collschat #school20

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 7:42 PM EDT

Q2: Thesis 59: What can you do to check in on your student’s social/emotional health more frequently? #collschat

MrChase Aug 2 @ 7:42 PM EDT

@MsYucis @2ndTandT What does "improve" look like? #collschat

colls_academic Aug 2 @ 7:43 PM EDT

A1: #65. I always told my Ss that we never know what a positive relationship now will mean later. That will always be true. #collschat

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 7:43 PM EDT

A2: I believe in daily morning meetings. I believe in daily, positive contact with parents. #collschat

2ndTandT Aug 2 @ 7:43 PM EDT

A2: Morning meeting share time, S/T journaling, more positive communication with parents #collschat

MrChase Aug 2 @ 7:43 PM EDT

@4CollsScholars Those feel like alerts. How do you ensure 2-way communication? #Collschat #School20

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 7:44 PM EDT

A2: I believe in creating a colorful, clean, organized space - decor/ambiance matters #collschat https://t.co/FjsDN4hHSU

colls_academic Aug 2 @ 7:44 PM EDT

A2: Always big for me (and extends to Ts in my role now). Again, awareness and mindfulness. Something else is ALWAYS going on. #collschat

mr_dfenton Aug 2 @ 7:45 PM EDT

A2: Recognize that education is much more than just getting Ss "college & career ready." All Ss are complex & unique. #collschat

cwahlCHS Aug 2 @ 7:45 PM EDT

A2: Morning meeting/Afternoon gathering. Get to know them. Get to know/communicate with their family if possible. #collschat

MsYucis Aug 2 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A2: next year I'm expanding choice reading time to include writing as well; this will help Ss to "get it all out" #collschat #School20

MrChase Aug 2 @ 7:46 PM EDT

@mr_dfenton Sometimes, I think of it as "today, tomorrow, and next year ready" #CollsChat #School20

mr_dfenton Aug 2 @ 7:47 PM EDT

@MsYucis That's awesome. Sometimes Ss are much more candid when communicating through their writing. #collschat

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 7:48 PM EDT

@MrChase Part of communication in an elementary classroom requires alerts. #collschat

MrChase Aug 2 @ 7:48 PM EDT

@mr_dfenton @MsYucis Yes. Even when I explained what tripped the mandated reporting switch, they still let it all out. #CollsChat #School20

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 7:49 PM EDT

Q3: Thesis 62: How, as a school, can we better accept the flaws of the humans within it? What zero tolerance policies need to go? #collschat

mr_dfenton Aug 2 @ 7:49 PM EDT

@MrChase Right! Student have such diverse needs. The tunnel vision of education can do a disservice to students. #collschat

MrChase Aug 2 @ 7:49 PM EDT

@4CollsScholars Totes agree. Also aware of the need for specific personal communication. More commenting on the need for both. #CollsChat

2ndTandT Aug 2 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A3: We need to be more forgiving, think more and better understand before reacting #collschat

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 7:50 PM EDT

@colls_academic I'm lucky to be here! #collschat

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A3: Realize our students deserve the same respect we desire #BEKIND #collschat

2ndTandT Aug 2 @ 7:50 PM EDT

A3: part 2 - zero tolerance policies that make us hypocritical need to go #collschat

MrChase Aug 2 @ 7:50 PM EDT

@mr_dfenton Key for me was making sure I could help connect Ss and Families to the right social services as needed. #CollsChat

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 7:51 PM EDT

I love the emphasis on the word human - not just students, teachers admins - we all have our ups and downs, strengths and flaws #collschat

MsYucis Aug 2 @ 7:51 PM EDT

@MrChase @mr_dfenton yes, that was my experience too. I laugh, I cry, I feel it all when reading their personal writing. #CollsChat

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 7:51 PM EDT

@MrChase agree 100%. I believe I have a good balance. As a parent, I try to give the communication I wish I had from my kids' Ts #collschat

MrChase Aug 2 @ 7:52 PM EDT

@2ndTandT Is that something you can work toward in your district? #CollsChat

colls_academic Aug 2 @ 7:52 PM EDT

A3: Zero tolerance smacks of a certain candidate to which none of us should aspire. #collschat

MsYucis Aug 2 @ 7:53 PM EDT

A3: mandatory suspensions for certain infractions HAVE to be rethought. #collschat #School20

MrChase Aug 2 @ 7:53 PM EDT

@whalen We are our whole selves, no matter how we try to mask it. #CollsChat #School20

mr_dfenton Aug 2 @ 7:53 PM EDT

A3: Are there any zero-tolerance policies that should stay? There's unacceptable behavior, but our goal is to teach, not punish. #collschat

2ndTandT Aug 2 @ 7:54 PM EDT

@MrChase everything is worth trying #collschat

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 7:54 PM EDT

Think often of your "chunky milk day" story from #educon16 @MrChase - an amazing recognition of your humanity by your Ss #collschat

2ndTandT Aug 2 @ 7:55 PM EDT

@mr_dfenton we should be modeling and teaching tolerance, right? #collschat

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 7:56 PM EDT

Q4: Thesis 65: What are your thoughts on deadlines? Could you (Should you?) have more good will? #collschat #school20

mrfieldmanchs Aug 2 @ 7:56 PM EDT

AMEN! #collschat https://t.co/c7K8JJpHNf

colls_academic Aug 2 @ 7:52 PM EDT

A3: Zero tolerance smacks of a certain candidate to which none of us should aspire. #collschat

mr_dfenton Aug 2 @ 7:56 PM EDT

@2ndTandT Yes! Compassion, empathy, and balanced judgement are also important to model! #collschat

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 7:57 PM EDT

A4: Deadlines have a place in a classroom. But so does flexibility. Lead with kindness and good will. #collschat

MrChase Aug 2 @ 7:57 PM EDT

A4. This one is huge for me. We have to remember humanity (theirs and ours) here. #CollsChat #School20

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 7:57 PM EDT

A4: I've turned in much better work past its deadline to ever expect a S to turn in something the exact minute I'm asking for it. #collschat

MsYucis Aug 2 @ 7:58 PM EDT

A4: I am strict on deadlines. BUT I'll give an extension to anyone who asks for it. I'm also a very quick grader. #collschat #school20

MrChase Aug 2 @ 7:58 PM EDT

@4CollsScholars Agreed. It's why I like the language of "due dates" over "deadlines." #CollsChat #School20

cwahlCHS Aug 2 @ 7:58 PM EDT

A4: Deadlines are important in school (and the workplace after). However, you need to be somewhat flexible - stuff happens. #collschat

2ndTandT Aug 2 @ 7:58 PM EDT

A4: I liked his example of accepting work up to date you grade, time management could be taught elsewhere with pride of work #collschat

colls_academic Aug 2 @ 7:58 PM EDT

A4: Like so many things, context is key. Modeling adult accountability in a Ss way should be the goal. #collschat

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 7:59 PM EDT

Agreed - I need deadlines as a goal and to give some motivation. But not as an ultimatum #collschat https://t.co/hunGX4aHaN

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 7:57 PM EDT

A4: Deadlines have a place in a classroom. But so does flexibility. Lead with kindness and good will. #collschat

MrChase Aug 2 @ 7:59 PM EDT

@MsYucis The thing I had to learn was that sometimes there is shame in the asking. I needed to make room in my practice. #CollsChat

colls_academic Aug 2 @ 8:00 PM EDT

A4: When purposely refusing to meet deadlines becomes a point of pride, that's where I come out. #collschat

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 8:01 PM EDT

@whalen I remember struggling with a grad assign at UVA Wasn't going to meet deadlineProfessor gave me extension. Never 4get it #collschat

MrChase Aug 2 @ 8:02 PM EDT

@colls_academic I ask, "Why is this important to me?" If it's about the Ss, that's one thing. If me, that's another. #CollsChat

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 8:03 PM EDT

Q5: Thesis 70 What are your communication strengths? How could tech improve your communication w S’s and Families this year? #collschat

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 8:03 PM EDT

@whalen I'm with you in spirit! Hardest thing for me was admitting I wasn't able to meet deadline. #collschat

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 8:04 PM EDT

A5: Positive communication with parents is a strength. Used daily emails with nightly questions. https://t.co/daHTXLtvLo #collschat

2ndTandT Aug 2 @ 8:04 PM EDT

A5: I have a private FB for families that I post on daily to share the going ons, photos, and work of the classroom #collschat

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 8:04 PM EDT

A5: The ubiquity of communication (Remind, email etc) should mean lots more proactive & positive communication. #collschat

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 8:05 PM EDT

A5: USed Class Dojo to give parents' a daily view of their students in action! Parents appreciated it. #collschat https://t.co/dDz0hZe2CK

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT

@whalen and that positive communication builds rapport. #collschat

colls_academic Aug 2 @ 8:06 PM EDT

A5: More often than not, Ts need to be heard. I'm happy to be the listener. Those convos are the best part of my day. #collschat

mr_dfenton Aug 2 @ 8:09 PM EDT

A5: I'd love to do more positive outreach to families - let them know their kids are awesome. Still looking for the right tech. #collschat

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT

Q6: Thesis 76: Are you giving your students a global audience? Could you start student blogging this year? #collschat #school20

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A5: Schedule the time every week - the tool doesnt matter as long as you are reaching out consistently #collschat

2ndTandT Aug 2 @ 8:10 PM EDT

A6: I would love to start blogging this year! #collschat

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A6: Used blogging in my previous district – even with 1st graders. Will use with my 4th graders this year. #collschat

mr_dfenton Aug 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A6: I def believe in a global audience. Check out this article I wrote for ideas: https://t.co/X91lfNyzey #collschat

MsYucis Aug 2 @ 8:11 PM EDT

A5: I'll be blogging and hope to share standout student work. Maybe some students will want to start blogging too... #collschat #school20

MrChase Aug 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@mr_dfenton For me, it was writing notes home in the mail. Kids always came in thrilled they'd shown up. #CollsChat #School20

4CollsScholars Aug 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@whalen have you ever used Kidsblog? Read about that platform in an article today. #collschat

colls_academic Aug 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT

A6: Blogging, for any writer, is the height of vulnerability. From vulnerability comes empathy. Let's all get there. #collschat

whalen - Moderator Aug 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT

Love this- doesnt have to be fancy #analog #collschat https://t.co/bCTPAE5g4A

MrChase Aug 2 @ 8:12 PM EDT

@mr_dfenton For me, it was writing notes home in the mail. Kids always came in thrilled they'd shown up. #CollsChat #School20

mr_dfenton Aug 2 @ 8:13 PM EDT

@MrChase I used to do postcards. 3 a week. Should get back into the practice. #collschat