#ALedchat Archive
#ALedchat is a weekly chat on Twitter about education topics. It is held each Monday from 9-10pmCST. While the discussion on #ALedchat continues on Twitter well beyond our weekly one-hour chat session, this platform affords us the opportunity to extend, expand and share the conversation with an even greater audience. Educators from across the state of Alabama, and the world, can come here to find encouragement, support, resources, professional growth opportunities and advice, while providing the same to their colleagues.
Monday June 20, 2016
Excited to be back with after our last week! Tongiht is the fastest hour of the week. Join us!
Greetings2 Lets begin by telling every1 ur name, location,&position. Im J.Shaw; AS in &co^4 Moderator of
Greetings2 Lets begin by telling every1 ur name, location,&position. Im J.Shaw; AS in &co^4 Moderator of
Holly Sutherland, Principal at Haleyville HS, Alabama. Welcome all to our chat! We love to learn with you!
Christy Bice, AP at Haleyville Elementary and co-moderator for . Looking forward to learning with you all tonight!
Good eve
Maggie Bolado joining you from So Tx
Good evening everyone! Becky, principal at Central Intermediate in Monmouth, IL. Love summer learning possibilities.
Welcome Maggie! Glad you are here!
I'm Faith from Huntsville!
It's been a while - Kathy Paiml, Helena, AL Elementary Principal
Glad you are here Becky! Welcome!
Elyse Aldridge; Haleyville, AL; 9th Grade WH teacher
Welcome back Faith! Glad you are here!
Jornea Erwin, Technology in Motion, Instructional Technology Specialist Region 3 (AAMU/ UAH)
Welcome back, Becky! Glad you made it!
I'm Jennifer - High School AP at Hoover High in AL. Co-founder of this chat and . Welcome, everyone!
Heyo Derek, 7th grade Social Studies at South Tama MS in Toledo, IA. Excited to be with you all tonight!
Welcome back, Derek! Glad you're here!
Hello !!! David here from Missouri, HS principal. Thrilled to connect with you all!
All tweets tonite came from conference2016. 1of the best that i have attended.Share what they mean2U as u read them
Hi, coach! Glad you're here!
Glad you are here David! Welcome!
I have a partner in crime on tonight!
Carrie Heninger, Instructional Partner, Coppinville Jr. Enterprise AL
Hi, Barry! Glad you're joining us tonight!
Glad you are here Carrie!
Hey, Becky! Great to see you here!
Welcome, Barry! So glad to have you join us as a regular on !
Hello, All! This is my first Twitter chat for my graduate course in Ed Leadership. I'm not even sure if I'm doing this right!
And greetings to tech guru2 https://t.co/eSIhCMNwiU
Jornea Erwin, Technology in Motion, Instructional Technology Specialist Region 3 (AAMU/ UAH)
Yes! Jump right in! We are thrilled you joined us Linda!
glad to be here! Excited to learn from all of you.
Woot! Maggie's in the house!!
Jason, AP, WashCo. Good to be back!
Hey, David! Glad you could make it!
Greetings from country. Welcome@to https://t.co/XGGwQaW3i3
Hello !!! David here from Missouri, HS principal. Thrilled to connect with you all!
It's about time, right? I've been wanting to join with this group. :)
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Hey, David! Glad you could make it!
Happy to be here. Always learn so much!
A1: Change agents cannot be on an island. They are collaborative and transparent from the start and gather momentum w/others.
Question 2 coming up in 1 min
We love that you're here!
We have greatness present tonight welcome https://t.co/znV6pd3wLS
Carrie Heninger, Instructional Partner, Coppinville Jr. Enterprise AL
A1 Change agents build capacity around them by establishing relationships and clear expectations. They also model excellence.
Always build relationships first!
A1: change must start with the leader and show that we aren't afraid to change. Flexibility is key to being a change agent.
Q2 What is1 thing that U want2be better about education? How are you willing to change to make it happen? https://t.co/GBYg3DE59y
You can't party with a purpose in the wrong way. Q1 means question 1. Answer with and you're golden https://t.co/9hIqQTDK5W
Hello, All! This is my first Twitter chat for my graduate course in Ed Leadership. I'm not even sure if I'm doing this right!
Exactly! Can't do it on your own!
A1 Change agents challenge the status quo and believe in new possibilities.
Oops and I am tardy! Bethany, lead learner from Arkansas knowing that is in :)
It's important to model what we want to see!
Q1) Develop a & w/ all stakeholders. Perform a to determine where we are & where we want to be.
A2: I want us to continue to work to keep students first. We often are in conflict with decisions that make adults vs. kids better
Thank you! Still not sure how this works, but I'm excited to be talking to others in the field!
A1: I try to be proactive. I refuse to be a victim of school culture; I try to shape school culture. Leaders can't be passive.
A2: I want to continue to build relationships - T's, P's an S's!
A2 - I want education to be about what is best for kids. Period
A1: By modeling excellence on a daily basis and building on the 3 R's.
A1 Change agents make themselves vulnerable, they don't have all the answers, but they continue to seek out answers.
SO GREAT to have you here! is alive and well in !
A1 The future is here. As leaders we must make sure our practices are aligned to the future.
A1) Ask ourselves, are we doing what is in the best interest of all ?
Glad you are here. We have no summer detention!
A1 Be a partner to a teacher who is changing their learning environment.
A2: I want education to remove the focus on test scores, and zoom in on student inquiry, genius, and empowerment.
What -> said! RT A2 - I want education to be about what is best for kids. Period
A1"Change is difficult; not changing is fatal"
A2 What are we doing to help Ss see their potential? Are we modeling growth mindset? Are we risk takers? Need to see more of this.
A2: I want assessments to be relevant and meaningful. I want us to be able to take full advantage of the time we have!
A1 Change agents ask why do we do what we do? BC we always do it this way; or bc it is what is best for students?
A2 - Making time for data analysis.
A1 Change agents listen and seek to help others. It starts with empathy and a desire to serve.
Absolutely! And stay current because best practices change over time. https://t.co/BUMTvqWe7g
A1 The future is here. As leaders we must make sure our practices are aligned to the future.
Matt Kiser; principal Homewood City Schools, Birmingham, AL Glad to join in tonight
My apologies I had question 2 loaded for bear a little too early. Hang on. The questions may really fly tonight.
A2: putting Ss first and demanding excellence (whatever that looks like) from each. Ss can rise to any challenge we put to them
Yay! So glad you're here PRINCIPAL Kiser! :-) https://t.co/1Seig5wCX2
Matt Kiser; principal Homewood City Schools, Birmingham, AL Glad to join in tonight
A2: Created a Twitter acct for our school today. Trying to do a better job of telling our school's story. Props to
We must always put students first! It's not about my comfort but what's best for students! https://t.co/iq1HcANI8a
A2: putting Ss first and demanding excellence (whatever that looks like) from each. Ss can rise to any challenge we put to them
A2: More emphasis on assessment for learning and authentic growth rather than testing that categorizes kids.
You sound like a student. Great work on vulnerability https://t.co/Xuo60HSNsx
A1 Change agents make themselves vulnerable, they don't have all the answers, but they continue to seek out answers.
That's awesome! We love to share our school's story :) https://t.co/z10GDHak9Z
A2: Created a Twitter acct for our school today. Trying to do a better job of telling our school's story. Props to
A2: I want school to be a place where kids needs come before adults' wants.
Hi, All! Lisa, IC from suburban Chicago, joining late.
A2 We need more S input! Give Ss a voice and watch engagement soar!
Awesome news, Danny! You are on a roll!
A1) Change agents understand that everyone may not share their passion yet, they do not have to apologize for their passion
Welcome Lisa! Glad you are here!
A hard truth; we r in the business of educating students, not employing adults https://t.co/P0Bsd5t8J1
A2: I want us to continue to work to keep students first. We often are in conflict with decisions that make adults vs. kids better
A2: Telling our school's story. Focus on the positives bc everyone else focuses on the negatives.
Hi, Lisa! Glad you're joining us tonight!
Great post by on Principals as Change Agents. (change agents) – People who act as catalysts for change…
A1 not being afraid to share and stand up for what is right. More importantly, not giving up.
What don't you like about assessments? That we focus too much on them or what they mean to students? https://t.co/ZUETMXOZrI
A2: I want education to remove the focus on test scores, and zoom in on student inquiry, genius, and empowerment.
So true! We must dilute the negative messages with positive ones!
Too much emphasis on high stakes assessments that don't provide authentic feedback for kids' growth. https://t.co/1xNG2UtZk3
What don't you like about assessments? That we focus too much on them or what they mean to students? https://t.co/ZUETMXOZrI
A2: I want education to remove the focus on test scores, and zoom in on student inquiry, genius, and empowerment.
A2) Students to believe the sky is the limit for their future & we help create the blueprint to help them achieve their goals.
A2 the be a better listener to my students & allow them 'in'. Those are the teachers I remember. The 1's that let me in.
always begin with Great Read! https://t.co/bqcxRUdSWS
A1 Change agents ask why do we do what we do? BC we always do it this way; or bc it is what is best for students?
Hello thanks for invite, LOVE information being shared thanks
Kellie Hubbard, here. Graduation Coach, Brookwood H.S., Tuscaloosa County
A3: Student led conferences - sharing what they are doing well and setting goals!
A2: giving all Ss a chance. Giving more inclusion options. Work w Ts so that everyone can be successful
A3: Strengths based teaching helps kids see their potential. Sometimes we spend too much energy identifying gaps.
our system's innovation teams are doing a book study on The Innovator's Mindset! Good stuff!
If you don't, someone else will https://t.co/htJEj6luSV
A2: Created a Twitter acct for our school today. Trying to do a better job of telling our school's story. Props to
Like says, could you sell tickets to one of your lessons? What is the demand on YOUR product? https://t.co/wsEJAbKwbb
A2: I want school to be a place where kids needs come before adults' wants.
A3 Strong proponent of SBG & the idea that learning is a journey. Model to Ss that failure is acceptable on the learning journey.
Excited to join tonight! !! 😊
A3 Implementing Genius Hour in our school's schedule has allowed all students to have a voice. Encourages creativity and autonomy,
A3: Our actions can never send the message that we don't believe in them, or that we have given up. Dealbreaker. :(
I purchased this-now need to read it.
A3) My presence in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, building relationships & encouraging them to be their best
Just as an athlete is more than his/her stat, our kids are definitely more than a test score! https://t.co/nH19okiMc1
A2: I want education to remove the focus on test scores, and zoom in on student inquiry, genius, and empowerment.
A3 Taking time to TRULY know students and their families; build a bond/bridge that can be used later on https://t.co/krjpCueu33
A2) when others point 2 inconsequential nature of our work..more should stand up & demo worth & relevance https://t.co/z5CLk0kXg5
Q2 What is1 thing that U want2be better about education? How are you willing to change to make it happen? https://t.co/GBYg3DE59y
Its the south. We will never tell you it's too late. Come on in a grab a seat https://t.co/APecpEf4I5
Hi, All! Lisa, IC from suburban Chicago, joining late.
A3) I allow them to teach me. I read with them. I respond to the letters they write me.
Shows maturity. Don't apologize for your beliefs https://t.co/5awfQX4nAJ
A1) Change agents understand that everyone may not share their passion yet, they do not have to apologize for their passion
A3: Cool article about our clubs this year. They allowed students to explore unique passions. https://t.co/c4c5aSrCrO
There's that I love! Where's my sweet iced tea? :) https://t.co/rFLKKXNMHm
Its the south. We will never tell you it's too late. Come on in a grab a seat https://t.co/APecpEf4I5
Hi, All! Lisa, IC from suburban Chicago, joining late.
A3: We focus on Ss strengths. Not always just academics through our amazing Center of Technology. Give students paths to succeed.
A3: give as much support as possible. Goal set with them. Be transparent. Ss have to know your genuine in your intentions
A3: I always greet them with a smile, stop & listen, & offer to help any way I can.
A3: Have high expectations for your students/show students you believe in them/help them build confidence https://t.co/cJJoquadj7
Mouth full. https://t.co/tN13TAX4R1
A hard truth; we r in the business of educating students, not employing adults https://t.co/P0Bsd5t8J1
A2: I want us to continue to work to keep students first. We often are in conflict with decisions that make adults vs. kids better
A3 - Their own data that demonstrates their GROWTH. Where they started, where they are, and where they need to go.
Yes! Encourage student goal setting!
Never hurts to throw in a few fist bumps and high fives either! Get the room JACKED UP! https://t.co/O29Xv8lIw1
A3: I always greet them with a smile, stop & listen, & offer to help any way I can.
Checking in with a bit late. Loving what I am reading!
building relationships. We've created a house system so all Ss belong and we will have monthly empowerment meetings.
We totally need to develop a strengths based culture and not one that magnifies deficits. https://t.co/VKvzElL1kf
A3: We focus on Ss strengths. Not always just academics through our amazing Center of Technology. Give students paths to succeed.
A3: Bringing positive energy from the time they step off the bus throughout the entire school day.
A3: Notice them. Call them by their name. Take time to ask them a question about them as a little person, not a student.
A3 always be willing to adapt a lesson, assessment, or activity for Ss to make it pertinent to them.
Jump on in with us southerners, Craig! https://t.co/MUMrY7Kk8j
Checking in with a bit late. Loving what I am reading!
Welcome back, Craig! Always great having you with us!
Q4 Tell how a leader in your past or present selected, grew, developed, multiplied ur talents,& honored U https://t.co/TOgDhZLkmL
Sounds amazing! https://t.co/N2Bjrnnf8L
building relationships. We've created a house system so all Ss belong and we will have monthly empowerment meetings.
Bring it! https://t.co/PZIkdjc1qD
A3: Bringing positive energy from the time they step off the bus throughout the entire school day.
or that is just one piece of evidence to consider when educating the whole child?.
Hey there! Jumping in late!
Welcome! Jump right in Helen!
A3) Encourage teachers to be vulnerable and share more of their personalities with their students.
Agreed! Too much emphasis on one or two tests, not nearly enough on growth throughout the year in all areas.
A4: Admins taking time to notice & acknowledge encourages growth. Giving Ts opportunities to be a leader.
A3: try to reinforce each Ss gifts...drawing, music, etc.
Definitely, which is why it shouldn't be high stakes. 1 piece of evidence shouldn't drive accountability. https://t.co/QhHUF2MOgx
or that is just one piece of evidence to consider when educating the whole child?.
most high stakes assessments are "autopsy" info. Need more formative to change and help Ss succeed.
A4 Leaders that made me feel comfortable to take risks, to fail, gave me the confidence to pursue my dreams.
Leaders who saw me for I could be and not for who I was at the time. Thx to those who believed in me! https://t.co/DtsAFRpqjg
Q4 Tell how a leader in your past or present selected, grew, developed, multiplied ur talents,& honored U https://t.co/TOgDhZLkmL
A3 Make a point to call Ss by their name. Provide encouragement. Even if it's the smallest thing. Let them know they are important
A3: Always hold them accountable. Set the bar, support them, coach them. Model what you mean. Don't make excuses.
A4: My P encouraged me to take Ldrship roles as a T, then encouraged me to go to get certification. Wouldn't have w/o her.
I know you're that kind of leader now, Becky! https://t.co/MrMmhF006Y
A4 Leaders that made me feel comfortable to take risks, to fail, gave me the confidence to pursue my dreams.
A4) They saw something in me that I had yet to see in myself. They never let me give up or take the easy way out.
A4: I have been blessed to have mentors who have empowered me by allowing me to make decisions on my own and take risks.
When teachers are allowed to truly lead, there is a culture of empowerment! https://t.co/jwufrzfvFC
A4: Admins taking time to notice & acknowledge encourages growth. Giving Ts opportunities to be a leader.
Q4-ATiM State Director always leading with vision - never pushing but always involving team in growth experiences.
A4: I really appreciate ldrs who let Ts teach...no micro-managing due to their trust in us. That allows growth!
A4 A former principal chose me to be Team leader when I was shy, didn't want it. He saw something in me. I blossomed!
may not want to start before bed, you won't be able to sleep.
Where do we start? https://t.co/lMuVZXywIg
We totally need to develop a strengths based culture and not one that magnifies deficits. https://t.co/VKvzElL1kf
A3: We focus on Ss strengths. Not always just academics through our amazing Center of Technology. Give students paths to succeed.
A4 Joining late. I have a friend that pushes my thinking forward by asking ?'s that really make me reflect honestly, dig deep.
Awesome! We need the safety to know failure isn't fatal or final. https://t.co/eS9tUMYwXt
A4 Leaders that made me feel comfortable to take risks, to fail, gave me the confidence to pursue my dreams.
A4: I had a great team of teachers and administrators that gave me opportunities to grow and challenge me! inspires me
A4: Leaders help drive the mission and vision and then get out of the way,, Greatest asset is our teaching staff,
A4: Positive affirmation goes a long way!
A4 Leaders that have allowed me to stumble, fall, get back up, dust myself off, & keep charging ahead. All while offering support.
A4: A leader who modeled excellence, kindness, courage, and creativity. Thank you to the leaders who believed in me!
A4: I try to give Ts a voice in everything from the committee they serve on to scheduling to the new sign out front.
A4) They took a risk on my passions, mission, & vision.
Wow! So important to be seen to build those relationships.
Great leaders also have input on the vision and mission they are sharing https://t.co/yUgv8Hmu2n
A4: Leaders help drive the mission and vision and then get out of the way,, Greatest asset is our teaching staff,
A4 I have been lucky to have leaders that simultaneously challenged and supported me. They always give honest, actionable feedback.
It sure does, Kathy! Even for the littlest things!
A4: Leaders who believe in you and encourage you to pursue your goals. Ones that build you up with confidence.
A4) They informed me that the role of a leader is to develop more leaders.
That's good leadership! https://t.co/E8KYyUf39Z
A4 I have been lucky to have leaders that simultaneously challenged and supported me. They always give honest, actionable feedback.
A4: Leaders having confidence in me goes a long way!
I love that about the questions. They can really pull good stuff out of us!
A4 "I come as 1 but I stand as 10,000" it took the wisdom of many to make me a leader. We need each other to grow each other
A4: Leaders who push my thinking, make me dig deeper with my thoughts. Great leaders build you up & make it not about them.
A4 All of you (PLN) have inspired me to feel comfortable sharing and telling our school story.
A3 Goal setting, student led conferences, and flexible seating options
Allowing mistakes, knowing that they are part of the learning process --> It's invaluable! https://t.co/AVnG9BI8it
A4 Leaders that have allowed me to stumble, fall, get back up, dust myself off, & keep charging ahead. All while offering support.
A4: Listened, empathized, praised, gave recognition, leadership opportunities, empowered https://t.co/nxrnSU0V3Z
Q4 Tell how a leader in your past or present selected, grew, developed, multiplied ur talents,& honored U https://t.co/TOgDhZLkmL
A4) My principal honors my strengths & values non-testing contributions. Knows exactly how I can lead! https://t.co/BkukKCVYwh
Q4 Tell how a leader in your past or present selected, grew, developed, multiplied ur talents,& honored U https://t.co/TOgDhZLkmL
Yes, and if the person genuinely cares it pushes me to have an honest reflection that often results in growth.
A4 our Inno.Dir., , invited teachers 2change Ed 1 classroom at a time. Started w/ 40ish now have 80ish!
Leaders see what we could become. Students or teachers. Your status doesn't matter. Their vision does https://t.co/XwRIX5GjNU
A4 A former principal chose me to be Team leader when I was shy, didn't want it. He saw something in me. I blossomed!
A5: We model grit and perseverance as leaders. We are transparent when we fail and show that we too must keep failing forward.
A5 Relationships first. Model to Ss your own failures and how you have grown from them. Use every moment as a teachable one!
Love love love this quote!! https://t.co/9mDssamYiT
A4 "I come as 1 but I stand as 10,000" it took the wisdom of many to make me a leader. We need each other to grow each other
A5: We don't want kids with big dreams to grow into adults who give up when things become difficult. Kids have to grapple.
A5: Grit/perseverance.. Teach students how to strive for something currently beyond their reach.
We have to model that which we want to see in others.
A5) Leaders place people in positions to their talents.
A4 Provided opportunities for me to grow by allowing me to have leadership responsibilities in a variety of ways.
hearing seasoned Ts say this is the most exciting time 2B an educator keeps me pumped!
A5: Learning is a process. We remind kids that failure is not final or fatal. No pain, no gain ... and stuff like that.
A5: S's give up too easily. We must teach perseverance! They may not get it - yet - but they will!
A5: We all failed @ something; we as Ts must teach our kids that failure is not the problem but refusing to try again is.
A5: Ss need to see that failure is ok, this is modeled & convos need to be had. Be transparent! Work together for success!
A1 ..Always motivating and inspiring others. They also encourage "first followers" to take credit. https://t.co/PE3LxzgXT3
A5: Foster a growth mindset, build confident learners, safe environment where students take risks https://t.co/NV86Fe2oAq
Honest feedback it one of the rarest gems in the world. If you can find honesty in feed back, some1 cares https://t.co/GXpT7swC0m
Yes, and if the person genuinely cares it pushes me to have an honest reflection that often results in growth.
A5 allow Ss to tap into their skills and interests. Show them the value and potential of those interests and skills.
A6: Just like teaching math or reading... break it down, model it, define it, give examples, show them how, etc.
A5 Model setting goals and admit when a failure happens. Let them see you get back up and persevere.
Oops! Should be A5! https://t.co/85uDc2sMgG
A6: Just like teaching math or reading... break it down, model it, define it, give examples, show them how, etc.
A5) I approach failure with feed-forward strategy. Allbof it becomes the lesson. Every angle is learned. https://t.co/R4t2hrqOT0
A5) We must prepare students for a world where we will not always be there to motivate & protect them.
Start celebrating failure as part of the process of learning. We are not asking the right Qs if they only require the right As.
One of my favorite clips from BlindSide-The power of yet. https://t.co/6Igqo4PoJv Trust has to be established first!
One of my favorite clips from BlindSide-The power of yet. https://t.co/2GD6q1n942 Trust has to be established first!
Love this!! https://t.co/F1hCvva2kb
A5: We all failed @ something; we as Ts must teach our kids that failure is not the problem but refusing to try again is.
A5: We are taught winning is good and losing is bad. We have to teach that losing can be a step toward success.
A2 - LOVE this quote - so true! I want Ss to feel safe everywhere, T's to connect with Ss and Ss to learn! https://t.co/a6D9RGC4Ui
Q2 What is1 thing that U want2be better about education? How are you willing to change to make it happen? https://t.co/GBYg3DE59y
Students do not know what lies ahead; transferable skills and grit are the currency of the future https://t.co/jYVKtnB37H
A5) We must prepare students for a world where we will not always be there to motivate & protect them.
A5: Growth mindset requires Ss to know they having someone to catch them when they fall or push them when they are content.
Great point about the "first followers." Leaders don't care who gets the credit!
A5: Always room to improve, go back to drawing board and keep working
A5: FAIL: First Attempt in Learning. Ss must realize learning is a process. Success comes to those who persevere.
A5 We have a Tough Moment Thursday- where we share inspirational stories/videos to show students all things are possible.
A6: The belief that failure is bad or negative. Growth comes faster through failure than success in many cases.
A6 Emphasis on high-stakes assessment and one shot/one size fits all moments. There are MORE ways to demonstrate learning!
A5: "I have not failed. I have just found 10,000 ways that won't work." ~ Thomas Edison
A5) If we only prepare for the moment, how can we adapt for the future
A5 Reward the process and not necessarily the outcome. Notice hard work, diligence, and determination.
Agree!!! We have to prepare them for the future or we're actually doing a disservice to them!
Love this! Would like to hear more about it! https://t.co/6HCTiUZPan
A5 We have a Tough Moment Thursday- where we share inspirational stories/videos to show students all things are possible.
A5 Do they give up when their game gets harder? No! I compare their perseverance in games to academics
A3. Encourage S choice and voice. Practice this always, even with your children at home. Make them think! https://t.co/cG7hGGxUX3
The process is often long and arduous. That's why its a process. process is for excellence not perfection https://t.co/QYD9HFrib7
Start celebrating failure as part of the process of learning. We are not asking the right Qs if they only require the right As.
A5 mistakes mean you're learning. Ask Ss Qs that have no "right" answers, encourage Ss 2start asking their own Qs.
Being an adaptable learner is being ready for anything! https://t.co/4ulRDkJ1J9
A5) If we only prepare for the moment, how can we adapt for the future
A5) We need to recondition kids to not see failure, rather see an opportunity ahead of them.
A6: Don't be scared of change or of taking risks. Ask Blockbuster.
Beautiful! https://t.co/z8KAh52pfW
Leaders see what we could become. Students or teachers. Your status doesn't matter. Their vision does https://t.co/XwRIX5GjNU
A4 A former principal chose me to be Team leader when I was shy, didn't want it. He saw something in me. I blossomed!
A5 This is above my SmartBoard to inspire not only my students but to help with my growth mindset too!! https://t.co/5R4JaC4bp2
A6 we must quit allowing businesses and philanthropy to impose THEIR reform on education. Let educators implement best practices
A6 Teaching Ss how to think deeply about relevant topics and providing opportunities to demonstrate creativity and innovation.
A6 We must understand the power of technology: Technology is not the silver bullet, it's what you do with that technology.
A6 How we measure success. Students willing to take risks continually push their learning and others forward need to be rewarded.
A6 Keeping Ts with ♡ teaching, those that don't, move on! Is that too rough?
A6: Every teacher must internalize the value of the 4 Cs.
A4 A. Giaquinto (not on ) motivated me to reflect, encouraged me to try (and fail) with integrity. https://t.co/pibkHEfl8J
Q4 Tell how a leader in your past or present selected, grew, developed, multiplied ur talents,& honored U https://t.co/TOgDhZLkmL
Love this idea, Becky! https://t.co/mvDfId8ent
A5 We have a Tough Moment Thursday- where we share inspirational stories/videos to show students all things are possible.
A6: support and retain passionate educators
A6 Does anyone else feel we use too many carrots and sticks with younger age kids? Does this impact intrinsic motivation?
A6) The notion that this moment will determine the rest of your life. Each day is a new opportunity to grow and learn.
Well said, Dr. Moore! :-) https://t.co/3Yt3YiZnkv
A6 we must quit allowing businesses and philanthropy to impose THEIR reform on education. Let educators implement best practices
A4) I think best thing a leader did was believed in me and let me take risks
The more we extrinsically motivate kids w/ carrots & sticks the less intrinsically motivated they become. https://t.co/PpIsdoGkDy
A6 Does anyone else feel we use too many carrots and sticks with younger age kids? Does this impact intrinsic motivation?
Yes! And with older students too. https://t.co/tQ3eUpQN3N
A6 Does anyone else feel we use too many carrots and sticks with younger age kids? Does this impact intrinsic motivation?
Night , leading PD for AMSTI tomorrow. Need to finish getting ready and go to bed.
I listened to speak at a conference and I love when she said, "transformation has not end point." We need this mindset.
A6: No longer any excuses to not be connected. Encourage others to get their booty off the island! https://t.co/KDS4eSDnK4
Absolutely!! "We must always put students first! It's not about my comfort but what's best for students!" via
Thanks for being here, Jennifer. Hope tomorrow's PD is awesome!
A6 Lets get excited about pedagogy and leadership and quit chasing everything that is shiny and new!
A6 "If you do what you always did, you get what you always got" practices. LOTS needs to change. https://t.co/O0C2GlzPk7
A6: We must always remember our "why" and never let others take that away from us!!
I think true sustainable change is a personal choice. Support the innovators&encourage late adopters w/learning walks
I listened to speak at a conference and I love when she said, "transformation has no end point." We need this mindset.
You said it much more politically correct than I did. :)
Always glad to see you, no matter the venue https://t.co/ya8HlZTW3k
Night , leading PD for AMSTI tomorrow. Need to finish getting ready and go to bed.
Great Q! Ss need to be in charge of their learning and Ts need to empower add to think outside of the box https://t.co/F4b52KdHhs
A7) If you are called you are always a teacher so the students get the real you, not teh one that clocks on and off with the bell
A7 They are on tonight continuously trying to improve their craft. Always wanting to get better. Always wanting to help others.
A7: If it's a calling you have a different level of passion & dedication for making a difference.
How can I get a copy of the ppt you are asking Q's from tonight? The content looks inspiring! I need to know more!
A7: A calling- they are here to serve their S's. A job - they are here to serve themselves/a paycheck.
A7: If one truly loves what they do, they'll never work a day in their life. These people will go above & beyond to ensure success
A7: Those who do it for a job o it for the paycheck. If it's your calling, you'd do it even if you didn't get paid.
A7 A career is something you build. A job is something you do.
A7: How they respond to the knuckleheads tells me a lot. Compassion, flexibility, and empathy are hallmarks of the great ones.
Q7...Teachers that are "called" educate the whole child...those that do it because it's their "job" just present content!
adaptability is part of being college/career, life and future ready.
A7 The Ts that don't want to read or be coached, "I'm good", can't wait til 4 o'clock everyday. They have a job
A7 The called cant let it go. That 1 more is worth saving. That extra mile is not too much. They're not crazy. Teaching is passion
Mic drop! https://t.co/Ah7De2Xo6M
A7 The Ts that don't want to read or be coached, "I'm good", can't wait til 4 o'clock everyday. They have a job
A7 If it's a calling, you don't call it "work," you call it your passion or your dream. Your goal is to reach every child!
A7 They are a champion for kids. They do whatever it takes to help a student believe in their potential.
A7 If it's a calling it is also their crusade. Hard 2 get out of bed everyday for someone else's mission or crusade. That's a job
A7: your passion shows through if it's your calling. If it's a job, that becomes obvious too
A7 As with any occupation, if called your joy is obvious and contagious.
BOOM! https://t.co/qyk8JzgcP3
A7 The called cant let it go. That 1 more is worth saving. That extra mile is not too much. They're not crazy. Teaching is passion
A5 Be real with Ss. Share with them on how their decisions now can affect their future.
A7) The relentless commitment to ensure the success of all students.
A7: Teachers who dig and work tirelessly to figure kids out so they can make the biggest impact: calling. https://t.co/RREaVMHAPd
LOVE this! Transformation TRULY HAS NO endpoint! Yay! https://t.co/AABLFF8Aq4
I listened to speak at a conference and I love when she said, "transformation has no end point." We need this mindset.
A7: If you're not inspired after reading the tweets in , you're just doing a J.O.B.
A7: Either way can lead to "purpose" if cultivated in the right environment. Purpose = passion aligning with job & interests
Blockbuster video tried that and they became completely irrelevant and are just memory. https://t.co/YlZfP3iglc
A6 Lets get excited about pedagogy and leadership and quit chasing everything that is shiny and new!
Boundary between my school life and home life is blurred. It means I'm always in professional mode but it also means I'm always me
A7: The good ones understand the value of throwing back that one starfish.
A7 The other day I thought about what my genius project would be-anything that involves improving our schools for kids.
I think if we tapped in to Ss interest we would need less carrots and sticks.
A7 Ask a kid in the class. They know the teachers that r there for a job and the ones that are there for so much more.
And they had no vision. They had 3 opportunities to purchase Netflix. https://t.co/OvoKrvaB18
Blockbuster video tried that and they became completely irrelevant and are just memory. https://t.co/YlZfP3iglc
A6 Lets get excited about pedagogy and leadership and quit chasing everything that is shiny and new!
Yes! You eat, sleep, & breathe it! Everywhere you go something reminds you of a student.For everything, you have a story.
A7 Natural connection to S's, love of content, always improving their craft, collaborates/inspires others https://t.co/YBKdu7NiSN
I live in my school community. i see myself as an "elder" that is travelling teh same road with teh students
A7) the desire to build relationships and not hold grudges.
Did you read my profile? ;)
A7: The good ones don't start the summer count down in August.
Yes!! The Ss truly get it - and aren't afraid to talk about it! https://t.co/MCkWq3Zan4
A7 Ask a kid in the class. They know the teachers that r there for a job and the ones that are there for so much more.
And for every story in your life you have a school application https://t.co/rpXrEbSyeb
Yes! You eat, sleep, & breathe it! Everywhere you go something reminds you of a student.For everything, you have a story.
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extreme emotion is contagious whether it be positive or negative https://t.co/L7WIJxYWXt
A7 As with any occupation, if called your joy is obvious and contagious.
A8 Love sharing and learning on twitter & voxer! I have picked up amazing things over these past two years thanks to many of you!
A8: This is why I love twitter & blogging! Reflecting, sharing, listening & learning w/others!
A8: This chat is a great way to share knowledge with others! A PLN is a nonnegotiable for an educator. We must connect.
A8) I like to tell stories but they need to be about my fallibility and reflection for Ss to get anything out of it.
A7 "called" Ts have passion and perseverance! Others can find their passion again. It's a choice.
A8: I love to blog because it is a reflection tool for me, but builds conversations virtually with my PLN.
and helping Ss develop their why is also important.
A8: Planning opp for sharing..common planning, PLCs, expert down the hall, inst rounds, Monday Memos...
Couldn't see the late fee as an opportunity to cause improvement. say a problem as a prize https://t.co/gaRV9w0GSE
And they had no vision. They had 3 opportunities to purchase Netflix. https://t.co/OvoKrvaB18
Blockbuster video tried that and they became completely irrelevant and are just memory. https://t.co/YlZfP3iglc
A6 Lets get excited about pedagogy and leadership and quit chasing everything that is shiny and new!
A8...by the way we carry ourselves and model what we want them to know instead of telling them!
A8 Our group inspires me, challenges me, and gives me the confidence when I need it the most.
I feel the same, Derek! I'm a different educator since having become a connected educator!
A8) Confidence that you have something worth sharing that may help someone else grow or spark an idea. They will
A8: Establishing a PLN has been very beneficial over the past several years.
A8: Share your knowledge by blogs, convos, edchats. More importantly reach out to others - be a mentor. Always be willing to help
Yes! Walk the talk. Every action should model expectation.
A8: I'm transparent with my thoughts& learning experiences b/c I do everything to make a difference in Ss lives.Sharing is caring
A8: My goal is not to share what I know ... but to share my passion. Knowledge without passion isn't worth much.
Ditto, Becky! Women in Education Leadership ROCK!
Explain to some of us green folks what a connected educator is https://t.co/RRYBumTWBB
I feel the same, Derek! I'm a different educator since having become a connected educator!
But to share both takes us from good to great https://t.co/XlccM3oM7c
A8: My goal is not to share what I know ... but to share my passion. Knowledge without passion isn't worth much.
A8 Twitter, blogging, Twitter and twitter
FQ The called are2 leave the world differnet than they found it.What Status Quo are you called to change? https://t.co/5U7tXySF9S
A8) Share ideas with people who are not necessarily in education. You can learn from everyone.
A connected educator has a network of educators online, from across the country to learn from, 4 support & encourgmnt
FQ: I want to help others see what passion can do for Ss. Not only about education, but about changing the lives of our students!
round table dialogue.Discussion is one solution/answer. Dialogue various solution/answers.
A8) I think 🤔🤔🤔 I am going to have to try & My professor is encouraging students to blog.
FA: I want education to be about growing citizens passionate about using their experience to make the world a better place.
FA Kill the status Quo of only certain kids from certain zip code can "make it" No roses in concrete. I want gardens in the street
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Yes! check out the hashtag for the . We are a group of education bloggers!
FQ That "All means All" when we say learning for all students. Equity, Opportunities, Voice & Choice for All students
FQ Giving my S's a voice in all facets of their day. Truly listening, reflecting, working alongside them to grow as a community.
I signed up for voxer. Now how to use it...
DITTO! https://t.co/1HflqkWgn4
FA Kill the status Quo of only certain kids from certain zip code can "make it" No roses in concrete. I want gardens in the street
FQ: just talked to about this! I want women to be seen as great secondary leaders!
Amen! We are all here to make a difference.
FQ) I want to ensure that all students have choices & opportunities to achieve their goals & not fall victim to stereotypes
FA Making sure everyone has a voice...Admin, Ts, Ss, & Ps. Allowing all an avenue for leadership & growth. Focus on relationships
Yes and yes! https://t.co/kAitepXWmQ
FQ: just talked to about this! I want women to be seen as great secondary leaders!
FA-School should be a place where students want to attend. School should foster collaboration, creativity, and future leaders.
FA: Those who are far beyond our reach are worthy of one more chance..one more try https://t.co/IIDIUnNGg9
FQ The called are2 leave the world differnet than they found it.What Status Quo are you called to change? https://t.co/5U7tXySF9S
I need to thank this team of phenomenal educators for inspiring another learning exp 4me
FA: Kill the status quo and statistic that the majority of women educators are teachers & men are school leaders.
Love this! Keep up the great work being a champion for all kids.
YES, clapping my hands! Does NOT matter where u come from, it's WHERE you're going!!
FQ being too comfortable is deadly in our occupation and the world we live in. Keep innovating or get left behind.
