#oklaed Archive

This is the official Twitter account for #OklaEd, thehashtag that brings OK educators together. #OklaEd is not political & promotes constructive dialogue.
Sunday February 12, 2017
9:00 PM EST
  • participatechat Feb 12 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #oklaed by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/PCV0aPuKUs
  • watersenglish Feb 12 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Michelle Waters, 9-11 English, Wayne High School #oklaed
  • watertankmath Feb 12 @ 9:00 PM EST
    What a night! 3 chats going on, #iaedchat #mtedchat #oklaed @ 8 Watertank Math will try to catch a little of each! https://t.co/zb73NilyEy
  • PrincipalNyberg Feb 12 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Brant. MS Principal Wyoming Good evening #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:00 PM EST
    #OklaEd
  • PrincipalNyberg Feb 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
    True, but I think you have to live there also. Double checking that. #oklaed
    In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
  • lsmellott Feb 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
    No, I'll be talking about The Walking Dead premiere. #oklaed
    In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
  • bridgestyler Feb 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Tyler Bridges, Asst Supt for #CPSreds, @SNU_MAEL Adjunct, and future Associate Director for the @k20center. Glad to be here! #oklaed
    In reply to @SNU_MAEL, @k20center
  • sandmanN_02 Feb 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Matt Sandmann Stringtown HS social studies. #oklaed
  • sulphurmiddle Feb 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Steven Pyle, Sulphur Middle School Principal #OklaEd
  • ChrisParadise Feb 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Not I! But I could discuss the Saturday Stars game or the Voyager episode I'm listening to on Netflix. #OklaEd
    In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
  • kasnelson Feb 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Hi Brant! #oklaed
    In reply to @PrincipalNyberg
  • meghanloyd Feb 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Meghan Loyd, Vocal Music Broken Arrow. #oklaed
  • jasonbengs Feb 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Jason Bengs #cpsreds tech director #oklaed
  • Tony_Chauncey Feb 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Tony Chauncey, Tech Director, Elk City Public Schools. Lurking. #oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Vanessa Perez, Tech Integration & Library Media #cpsreds #oklaed
  • TwyllaHester Feb 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Twylla Hester, AP at PCWest #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Hate to do this in the middle of Beyonce's performance! Remember, it is helpful to quote questions, and to respond with A1: A2: #oklaed
  • MrsBeck25 - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Anne Beck, Edtech @oueducation I want to be a @russwest44 in a world of #cupcakes #okproud #oklaed
    In reply to @oueducation, @russwest44
  • coach57 Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Kevin Hime #cpsreds Superintendent #oklaed
  • collums_dawn Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Dawn Collums, Okcps teacher, @SNU_MAEL student #oklaed
    In reply to @SNU_MAEL
  • tsschmidty Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hello #oklaed! Todd, elementary principal in CA and big fan of my pal @kasnelson
    In reply to @kasnelson
  • McDonaldClay Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Clay McDonald, Principal, Piedmont Middle School #oklaed
  • jmidkiff Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Jason Midkiff Superintendent at Purcell, watching Grammy's, getting hair done by my baby! Enjoying life!! #oklaed
  • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Michele Granger Clinton High School English Teacher #oklaed #cpsreds
  • edgeblogger Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hi #oklaed. Rob Miller, Asst Supt. Sand Springs. Home of 6A Dual State Wrestling Champs! Confused about Beyonce's whatever-she's- doing.
  • kennethdward Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Kenny Ward Principal @Bridge_Creek_MS #oklaed
    In reply to @Bridge_Creek_MS
  • meghanloyd Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    @BlueCerealEduc let's be real Victoria is on Masterpiece! #oklaed
    In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
  • PrincipalNyberg Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Hi there. How did Vici do in District tourney? #oklaed
    In reply to @kasnelson
  • 1ShirleneMT Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Shirlene Murr-Thompson preservice teacher interning at Noble HS biology room #oklaed
  • mrsmcreading Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Amber McMath ready for some #oklaed chatting tonight! Owasso 7th grade lang arts.
  • DrTerriOU Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    Terri Cullen Assoc Prof @OUeducation.. Just back from #CEAcademy in Dallas.. checking in #oklaed
    In reply to @oueducation
  • lsmellott Feb 12 @ 9:02 PM EST
    #oklaed Shanna Mellott, Senior English & a 9th grade Pre-AP , Cache
  • manders416 Feb 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Amanda Smith, 5th, Moore #oklaed
  • KimberBlodgett Feb 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Kim 5th grade T at Little Axe, proud mom of 3 college kids, lover of all things #oklaed very happy person! 😉
  • ShelbyJr3 Feb 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Shelby, English, completely distracted by Beyoncé #oklaed
  • room20awesome Feb 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Jennifer, 1st grade, Moore #oklaed
  • mcappsparks Feb 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Melinda Parks, Westmoore High #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Blue Cereal. I like #OklaEd most of the time, but I hate awards shows. All awards shows. With seething passion.
  • MrsCasteel84 Feb 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Bonnie Casteel, 5-9 math & computers, Covington-Douglas #oklaed
  • MrsDSings Feb 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Mindy Dennison, Carl Albert Vocal Music #oklaed
  • alisonclarkok Feb 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Alison Clark, board member at Bartlesville Public Schools. #oklaed
  • shawnhime - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Shawn Hime @OSSBAoklahoma Executive Director #OklaEd Fan!
    In reply to @OSSBAoklahoma
  • laurasbullock Feb 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Laura Bullock, Principal, Idabel Middle School #oklaed
  • MrsHime Feb 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Steph Hime #swelem #cpsreds #oklaed
  • jlreed2011 Feb 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Jack Reed, Assistant Principal at U.S. Grant High School #oklaed
  • camidellinger Feb 12 @ 9:03 PM EST
    Cami Dellinger, Achille School #oklaed
  • grendelrick Feb 12 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Rick Cobb, Mid-Del superintendent, #oklaed blogger, and @SNU_MAEL adjunct professor
    In reply to @SNU_MAEL
  • MrP_tchr - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Anthony in Stillwater joining tonight. #oklaed I hope @BetsyDeVos can join us this evening.
    In reply to @BetsyDeVos
  • jeffdaugherty4 Feb 12 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Jeff Daugherty. Superintendent at Merritt. #oklaed
  • NorthcuttLee Feb 12 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Lee Northcutt, Superintendent Caddo Public Schools #oklaed
  • BayleeAnthony1 Feb 12 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hey y'all! I'm a student at OU majoring in Early Childhood Education! #OklaEd
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:04 PM EST
    I would love that. #oklaed
    In reply to @MrP_tchr, @BetsyDeVos
  • KathySDunn Feb 12 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Kathy Dunn, Mid-Del Assistant Superintendent, #oklaed
  • MrsBeck25 - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Glad to have you!That's my alma mater! #brownandwhite #oklaed
    In reply to @Tony_Chauncey
  • MrBurtonMPS Feb 12 @ 9:04 PM EST
    David Burton Social Studies & Business Ed Curriculum Coordinator for @MoorePublicSch #oklaed
    In reply to @MoorePublicSch
  • kasnelson Feb 12 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Hi #oklaed! Kas, Elem lead learner @vpsindians and believer that ALL #kidsdeserveit!
    In reply to @VPSINDIANS
  • BlossJulie Feb 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Julie Bloss, Principal Grove ECC- Happy Sunday! 😉 #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    First time moderating. Someone let me know if I go too fast or too slow. #oklaed
  • Biobellrocks Feb 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Renee Bell, Teacher Del City High School #oklaed
  • kasnelson Feb 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hi friend! Glad you're here! #oklaed
    In reply to @tsschmidty
  • StaceyRman Feb 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Stacey Roemerman, school board, Union. #oklaed
  • jssclynn Feb 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Jessica Bickford Guymon jr. High library media specialist. #oklaed
  • HartfordJimmy Feb 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    jimmy, HS Math in Cushing #oklaed https://t.co/Ymp4PVZgVa
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    #oklaed
    In reply to @bakerleft
  • tchingelements Feb 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Hey all! I'm Heather, a Chem T from Norman High #oklaed
  • OSSBAoklahoma Feb 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    #oklaed
  • saul02_terry Feb 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Terry Saul Sequoyah Eagles Supt Come Soar With Us #sequoyaheagles #oklaed
  • drewprice11 Feb 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Drew Price professional development dept - okcps #oklaed
  • stephoni Feb 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
    Stephoni Case Southern Nazarene University - Ed Leadership @SNU_MAEL #Oklaed
    In reply to @SNU_MAEL
  • Courtney23Wages Feb 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Courtney Wages, Disney Princess, and Senior at CAHS #oklaed
  • edgeblogger Feb 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
    You have high expectations. This is a place where people share good things about public ed. She ain't coming. #oklaed
    In reply to @MrP_tchr, @BetsyDeVos
  • room20awesome Feb 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Awesome!! Glad to have you I teach 1st grade in Moore. #oklaed
    In reply to @BayleeAnthony1
  • MrP_tchr - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
    @bakerleft Don't worry about speed. Everyone will take the pace they need. You're gonna do great! #oklaed
    In reply to @bakerleft
    • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:05 PM EST
      First time moderating. Someone let me know if I go too fast or too slow. #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
    #oklaed
  • djthoreson Feb 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Debbie Thoreson, P of 1st grade girl, T of English 3 & AP, Dewey Public Schools #oklaed
  • Lsooner2 Feb 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Lori Wathen, parent Robin Hill School, public ed and disability advocate #oklaed
  • MPSTechnology Feb 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Jun Kim, Dir. of Tech. Moore #oklaed
  • joerobison907 Feb 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Joe- MS Science from Alaska- I lived in Tulsa the past 7 years! #OklaEd
  • DrTerriOU Feb 12 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Cost of living much lower in #OKlaed #justsaying All are welcome!
    In reply to @tsschmidty, @kasnelson
  • bridgestyler Feb 12 @ 9:07 PM EST
    make sure to tag your photos #oklaed
    In reply to @bakerleft
  • shetherington13 Feb 12 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Middle School Language Arts Davis, OK #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Question 1 #oklaed
  • HackneyCindy Feb 12 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Cindy Hackney, Superintendent @AnadarkoSchools joining late but will try to catch up! #oklaed
    In reply to @AnadarkoSchools
  • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:07 PM EST
    John Bennett, Emeritus Engineering faculty; Midlothian, Virginia. #oklaed
  • awages1 Feb 12 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Angie Wages, Mid-Del #oklaed
  • taylorlower_ed Feb 12 @ 9:07 PM EST
    Hello everyone! I'm Taylor Lower, a student at the University of Oklahoma majoring in Elementary Education #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:07 PM EST
    A1: One biggie is that we have a seriously non-representative teacher population. #oklaed
  • ScienceBrandi Feb 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Brandi Williams- welcoming this distraction from my studies. I may have read 72 articles this lovely weekend. But who's counting?#oklaed
  • DrTerriOU Feb 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    For any students or newbies.... SOC = Students of Color #oklaed
  • collums_dawn Feb 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    sad but true!! #oklaed
    • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:07 PM EST
      A1: One biggie is that we have a seriously non-representative teacher population. #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1: Student Body - lots of variety. Faculty - all white people. All the white people are in charge. #oklaed
  • mcappsparks Feb 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1 soooo many. Def means Ts have to be more aware of cultural differences among their Ss. #oklaed
  • GauntTonya Feb 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Tonya Gaunt, Clinton Public Schools. Tech Integration and ELL, Good evening #oklaed
  • bridgestyler Feb 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1: New challenges for Ts in cultural perspectives, values, norms, language, etc... Imlortant to know where your students are from. #oklaed
  • contrarymary96 Feb 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Mary Lakey-Sayre- Library media specialist #oklaed
  • coach57 Feb 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    #oklaed needs to not only recruit more Ts but TOC color not even close to the percentage of SOC
  • meghanloyd Feb 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    A1: what he said! #oklaed
    • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:07 PM EST
      A1: One biggie is that we have a seriously non-representative teacher population. #oklaed
  • kasnelson Feb 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    also, she's tweeted 32 times? EVER. I tweet more than that in ONE #oklaed chat. #notconnected #justsaying
    In reply to @edgeblogger, @MrP_tchr, @BetsyDeVos
  • deborahgist Feb 12 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Hey #oklaed! I'm here but watching Grammys (yes, @BlueCerealEduc) and working on other things at the same time. So...
    In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
  • DrTerriOU Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
    a1) need for more community involvement if the teaching staff does not represent that diversity. #oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1 Need to representation in lessons, teachers, adminis. Education needs to be at mindfully, intentional inclusive. #oklaed #EduColor
  • jasonbengs Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1 A more realistic learning environment for my daughter. Her classes reflect the diversity present in the world #oklaed
  • ShelbyJr3 Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: I feel underprepared, like maybe I'm not giving them what they need. 😞#oklaed
  • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Q1 My Ss who are Mexican do not have same understanding of US Civil Rights history so I have to adjust my teaching accordingly #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: It's not like we can force POC to become Ts. Heck, we can't keep enough white people, let alone qualified POC! #oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1 Need representation in lessons, teachers, adminis. Education needs to be at mindfully, intentional inclusive. #oklaed #EduColor
  • KimberBlodgett Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1: I think the SOC prob feel underrepresented due to most Ts being white. We need more TOC in #oklaed
  • jlreed2011 Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
    A1) Children are children and color should not matter however, cross-cultural awareness may need to be embedded in credentials #oklaed
  • deborahgist Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
    Oh, and I am Deborah from @TulsaSchools! #oklaed #TeamTulsa #SuccessTPS #DestinationExcellence
    In reply to @TulsaSchools
  • massignmenthelp Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    #hsgovchat #iaedchat #oklaed #probchat #txeduchat #mnmasa Project based learning https://t.co/u8MMjb1Oxk
  • MrBurtonMPS Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: We must strive harder to make sure that we are truly providing a meaningful educational environment for ALL students #oklaed
  • HackneyCindy Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1 It is the everyday reality @AnadarkoSchools. Love our diversity and life lessons our students are exposed to everyday #oklaed
    In reply to @AnadarkoSchools
  • MPSTechnology Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: Ts and Admin must become more aware of our own biases. Forming trust and relationships are higher priorities. #oklaed
  • mrsmcreading Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1) Classroom/school libraries MUST reflect Ss. Books are windows & mirrors, but many of ours aren't showing an accurate reflection. #oklaed
  • WDTK33 Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1 the teachers & admin distribution do not reflect the population of the students #oklaed
  • ScienceBrandi Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1) greater need for Ts to be well-versed in culturally-relevant pedagogy #oklaed
  • watersenglish Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Truth. #oklaed
    • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
      A1 Need representation in lessons, teachers, adminis. Education needs to be at mindfully, intentional inclusive. #oklaed #EduColor
  • shawnhime - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1 - #OklaEd classrooms have more rich diversity than ever before in state history!
  • djthoreson Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1: Hopefully it means we'll see more balanced teaching with minority lit and deeper conversations! #OklaEd
  • awages1 Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    A1) SOC or not, they all just want to learn & be loved #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    THAT'S SO CRAZY IMPORTANT I WISH I COULD RT IT ABOUT A DOZEN TIMES. #OKLAED
    • mrsmcreading Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
      A1) Classroom/school libraries MUST reflect Ss. Books are windows & mirrors, but many of ours aren't showing an accurate reflection. #oklaed
  • ProfeSteiner Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Krista Steiner, Spanish Teacher, Clinton Public Schools #oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Color shouldn't matter but it does and we can't ignore it because of idealism. Ignorance is a privilege some of us don't have. #oklaed
    • jlreed2011 Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
      A1) Children are children and color should not matter however, cross-cultural awareness may need to be embedded in credentials #oklaed
  • Alanchrisbryant Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Alan Bryant, asst. Supt./high school principal in Idabel. Logging in late. #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Question 2 #oklaed
  • Lsooner2 Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1) more aware and respectful of family cultures #oklaed
  • sandmanN_02 Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1 yes there needs to be more TOC but also diversity trainings for teachers. There is more to culture than just color.#oklaed
  • camidellinger Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1-Need more TOC. #oklaed
  • bettie_sue Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Bettie Sue McCaw ECE student at OU -Tulsa. #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1: Not to go there this early, but it's largely what's driving the voucher movement - get lil' white kids out of the scary mixture. #oklaed
  • sulphurmiddle Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1..until we can recruit teachers of color it would be more important than ever to solicit parent involvement to ensure equity. #OklaEd
  • JennWillTeach Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    #oklaed Jennifer Williams, HS ELA
  • room20awesome Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Love this..."mindfully, intentional, inclusive" #OklaEd
    • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
      A1 Need representation in lessons, teachers, adminis. Education needs to be at mindfully, intentional inclusive. #oklaed #EduColor
  • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    #oklaed A1: Should be nothing... ALL students deserve being listened to, help with Effective Learning, and empathy with respect to needs.
  • TwyllaHester Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A1) Ts must be willing to learn varied cultures, work within and with communities, and find new norms. Work together. #oklaed
  • deborahgist Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
    Important question! We definitely need to increase #s of teachers of color. At the same time, we must all address issues of equity. #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Derek A. Houstonn, PhD, Visiting Assistant Professor, Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, University of Oklahoma #oklaed
  • lsmellott Feb 12 @ 9:12 PM EST
    #oklaed A1: Treat each S as an individual with different needs and background. Adjust educational goals to meet the needs of all Ss.
  • coach57 Feb 12 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Once again the number of #oklaed Supers, EXec Dir, teachers, board members, admin, future Ts, and students make this the nations #1 chat
  • ScienceBrandi Feb 12 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A1) But also, how awesome for kids to have the opp to be friends w/ lg diverse group? #oklaed
  • saul02_terry Feb 12 @ 9:12 PM EST
    #oklaed A1 Have to realize the hidden rules of middle class white tht schls hve been ran w don't apply 2 all races n eco levels #rubypayne
  • bridgestyler Feb 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: Schools must reflect the values of the society in which they educate.The new normal will be very different, & hard to accomplish.#oklaed
  • kasnelson Feb 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Absolutely. He loves himself. Bigly. #oklaed
    In reply to @edgeblogger, @realDonaldTrump
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1: We should make conscious effort to avoid a bunch of white patronization done in the name of diversity... #oklaed #ITooLoveTacos
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Truth. Every student should be able to find books in their SCHOOL LIBRARY that reflect them. #oklaed
    • mrsmcreading Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
      A1) Classroom/school libraries MUST reflect Ss. Books are windows & mirrors, but many of ours aren't showing an accurate reflection. #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
    But if #oklaed is predominantly white, what questions do we need to be asking ourselves?
    In reply to @jcbjr
  • coach57 Feb 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
    #oklaed need to ramp up the PD because the norm is to teach those who look like you
  • jasonbengs Feb 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A2 No magic fix, but strive to recruit gr8 SOC to become TOC in #oklaed
  • tchingelements Feb 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1 Ditto what Nes said! #oklaed
    • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
      A1 Need representation in lessons, teachers, adminis. Education needs to be at mindfully, intentional inclusive. #oklaed #EduColor
  • angmlittle Feb 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
    Angela Little | Edmond @WFWildcats06 Parent | Business Analyst | Public Ed Advocate | sorry I am late - Working on vday boxes #oklaed
    In reply to @WFWildcats06
  • EduGladiators Feb 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    🏘Takes a village right?! SATURDAY #EduGladiators EMPOWER Ts/Parent dynamic w/@cdmveep leading! #CaringClassroom #txeduchat #iaedchat #oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    "More to culture than just color." <---- YES. #oklaed
    • sandmanN_02 Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
      A1 yes there needs to be more TOC but also diversity trainings for teachers. There is more to culture than just color.#oklaed
  • KathySDunn Feb 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1: #oklaed Our SOC do not see enough TOC so we must bring HOC (heroes) into our schools to share and mentor with all Ss regardless of C.
  • jlreed2011 Feb 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A2) Respect the profession, raise the pay, and allow TOC to help create the climate to help students thrive in our schools #oklaed
  • drewprice11 Feb 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A1: we need to make sure what we teach has value and relevance to ALL s's #oklaed
  • djthoreson Feb 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A2: Isn't it the same thing we've been saying forever: $$, respect, courtesy? #oklaed I think these help no matter what race the T is!
  • DrTerriOU Feb 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    q2- TOC - Teachers of Color.. (for my students) #oklaed
  • MrsDSings Feb 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A2: This is my 4th and by far, most diverse school. i’ll admit, it affects my literature choices for my groups and Ss. #oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    Also, this means everybody, not just racially but in terms of gender and sexual identity. #oklaed
    • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
      Truth. Every student should be able to find books in their SCHOOL LIBRARY that reflect them. #oklaed
      • mrsmcreading Feb 12 @ 9:10 PM EST
        A1) Classroom/school libraries MUST reflect Ss. Books are windows & mirrors, but many of ours aren't showing an accurate reflection. #oklaed
  • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    #oklaed A2: Certainly need to understand why; and then make adjustments where needed - keeping balance and equality in mind.
  • HackneyCindy Feb 12 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A2 It seems we have a deepening teacher flight regardless of color and we desperately need effective teachers of all color! #oklaed
  • edgeblogger Feb 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: It is more difficult 2 reach Ss whose life exp may be dramatically different than T's. Have 2 take time to learn & understand. #oklaed
  • AssignmentHelpN Feb 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    #hsgovchat #iaedchat #oklaed #probchat #txeduchat 10 Simple Ways to Use Pinterest For Classroom Teaching https://t.co/0i2sbvZqo7
  • BayleeAnthony1 Feb 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1) We need to educate ourselves and create a classroom community that reflects no race. No S should be treated differently. #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A2: We treat all Ts horribly. Qualified POC are in demand by so many other professions... #oklaed
  • angmlittle Feb 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1) Not sure there are many implications? I went to OKCPS K-8 so this was the norm for me. #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A2: So start by making it suck less to teach in OK. #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1: The implications are likely that less statewide financial effort for public schools. We're seeing that now. #oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Feb 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A2: Pay⬆️ for all; local & district admin must make sure atmosphere welcomes & recruits of Ts from all backgrounds #oklaed
  • DrTerriOU Feb 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    There was just a study that came out that talks about wealth and race. https://t.co/MPKt419Q9M #oklaed
    In reply to @saul02_terry
  • mrsaj4 Feb 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Sorry late, playing mario kart with @carisb4, Adrienne Fore Union #oklaed
    In reply to @carisb4
  • mcappsparks Feb 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A1 can I just say how much fun it is to teach world history in a class that is diverse?? The perspectives & discussions are so fun! #oklaed
  • camidellinger Feb 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A2- What we've been saying all along, more money, respect, etc. . . #oklaed
  • meghanloyd Feb 12 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2: Respect. #oklaed
  • ShelbyJr3 Feb 12 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2: respect, trust, mentorship, pay, trust, trust, opportunity, respect #oklaed
  • JennWillTeach Feb 12 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A1: #oklaed the Ts, admins, curriculum don't reflect our Ss. Many of the libraries don't even reflect the diversity.
  • shetherington13 Feb 12 @ 9:16 PM EST
    #1 Diversity training is needed especially with TOC leaving the field. #oklaed
  • coach57 Feb 12 @ 9:16 PM EST
    Supply and demand tells us TOC are in demand nationwide therefore commanding more $$ everywhere besides #oklaed #scary
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2: TOC have the added pressure of often being expected to speak for an entire race on every issue or question... #OklaEd #WhyDoBlackPeople
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    this has been shown to be true. Data suggests # of degrees awarded match reality. #oklaed
    In reply to @HackneyCindy
  • drewprice11 Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: make efforts to increase retention of all T's. leaders should make efforts to end each year with same staff as they began #oklaed
  • bridgestyler Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: Provide SOC with the best education possible so they are able & comfortable enough to aspire to educate others. That's a start. #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    Great responses so far! Keep it up! Question 3 #oklaed
  • kendahl_asberry Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A1 I think getting not only to know our students but also their families is a large part of diversity in the classroom #OklaEd
  • KathySDunn Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    #oklaed I cannot understand why this doesn't bother people who would otherwise preach against segregation. Deeply bothers me.
    • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
      A1: Not to go there this early, but it's largely what's driving the voucher movement - get lil' white kids out of the scary mixture. #oklaed
  • angmlittle Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2) #oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    This is 1st place I've worked where that's remotely true BUT I can't say it handicapped my ability teach when no one looked like me. #oklaed
    • coach57 Feb 12 @ 9:13 PM EST
      #oklaed need to ramp up the PD because the norm is to teach those who look like you
  • MrBurtonMPS Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2 cont: And it's not just SOC who need TOC, white kids need TOC too. Society is diverse, our faculties should be as well. #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    nothing has changed regarding this. The population did not change overnight. #oklaed
    In reply to @edgeblogger
  • jlreed2011 Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    My thought: TOC or SOC don't need each other as much as the profession needs educators that transcend color and teaches to all #oklaed
  • TwyllaHester Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2) Admin need to hire and keep diverse Ts and help all Ts improve. White Ts and TOC must feel valued & see the value in their work. #oklaed
  • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    #oklaed We need to ask if all students regardless of anything are getting the help they need - before or after SOC are majority.
    In reply to @bakerleft
  • MPSTechnology Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2: A possible start is to embrace the personal culture of the individual. #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A3: I'm not sure. I mean, there have to be candidates first. I love all these little white girls in teacher school, but... #oklaed
  • MrsBeck25 - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: Jobs in other fields hire bilinguals at higher pay scale than Ts. Yet we push to replace their language for higher test scores #oklaed
  • KathySDunn Feb 12 @ 9:18 PM EST
    #oklaed YES!
    • room20awesome Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
      Love this..."mindfully, intentional, inclusive" #OklaEd
      • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
        A1 Need representation in lessons, teachers, adminis. Education needs to be at mindfully, intentional inclusive. #oklaed #EduColor
  • lsmellott Feb 12 @ 9:18 PM EST
    #oklaed A2: The damage has already been done to Ts in Ok. It will take years before it can be corrected, if ever.
  • drewprice11 Feb 12 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2: providing job-embedded pd, time to reflect and receive support, adequate curricular support... #oklaed
  • JennWillTeach Feb 12 @ 9:18 PM EST
    And not just during special history months. That's not inclusion. #oklaed
    • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:09 PM EST
      A1 Need representation in lessons, teachers, adminis. Education needs to be at mindfully, intentional inclusive. #oklaed #EduColor
  • shetherington13 Feb 12 @ 9:18 PM EST
    #2 Respect from society, discipline, supplies, increased teacher pay are just a few game changers. #oklaed
  • djthoreson Feb 12 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A3: I think at this point, we're just trying to recruit certified teachers of any race; being a TOC would be icing on the cake! #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:18 PM EST
    Understood, but it matters when Ss look around and no one in charge looks like them. #oklaed
    • jlreed2011 Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
      My thought: TOC or SOC don't need each other as much as the profession needs educators that transcend color and teaches to all #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:18 PM EST
    actually, that is precisely what should happen. Culturally relevant pedagogy suggests it. #oklaed
    In reply to @BayleeAnthony1
  • jasonbengs Feb 12 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A3 Quality Ts are in demand everywhere in #oklaed. I think quality TOC is an added bonus
  • coach57 Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    #oklaed is one of only 4 states that does not have a fund to help local schools with building costs
    • deborahgist Feb 12 @ 9:11 PM EST
      Important question! We definitely need to increase #s of teachers of color. At the same time, we must all address issues of equity. #oklaed
  • MrsBeck25 - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A3: @oueducation hosts a Find your Future camp for HS Ss to recruit SOC to the the teaching field. #oklaed
    In reply to @oueducation
  • DrTerriOU Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    a3) OU has a program in the summer to recruit African American men to the teaching profession. #Oklaed @krystalgr80
    In reply to @krystalgr80
  • jackietacjana Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    I'm late, but excited for tonight's topic. Jackie Mania, Visiting Assistant Professor OSU, School Administration. #oklaed
  • jlreed2011 Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A3) I want teachers who will engage students actively in the lesson, hold high expectations, and love children regardless of color. #oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    While we're talking about this, how many Ts/Ss/Ps of color are participating in this chat and what does that imply? If anything...#oklaed
  • edgeblogger Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: #oklaed reformers & pols have been effective at disparaging teaching profession with test-based policies. Hurts urban schs & Ts most
  • KimberBlodgett Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: first off we need to stop thinking teaching their culture is enough one month a yr. we need more than #BlackHistoryMonth in ED. #oklaed
  • ShelbyJr3 Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A3: it was my understanding we were at live warm body status 😒 #oklaed
  • bridgestyler Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A3: ummmmm ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ #oklaed
  • mrsaj4 Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A3: truth, as someone who sits in summer interviews the lack of diversity is frustrating #oklaed
    • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
      A3: I'm not sure. I mean, there have to be candidates first. I love all these little white girls in teacher school, but... #oklaed
  • mcappsparks Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    and also when Ps don't see anyone in charge that looks like them #oklaed
    In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
  • KimberBlodgett Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2: first off we need to stop thinking teaching their culture is enough one month a yr. #BlackHistoryMonth … #oklaed https://t.co/Ig6xGCxqbg
  • MrBurtonMPS Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A3: Sadly I don't know. Are there any? There SHOULD be such efforts if there aren't already. #oklaed
  • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:19 PM EST
    #oklaed Balance --> every student getting the help they need!!!
  • camidellinger Feb 12 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A3-Not sure. The struggle now I think is to keep any certified teacher in Oklahoma. #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:20 PM EST
    @ShelbyJr3 No matter the shortage, we need to be proactive about representation. #oklaed
    In reply to @ShelbyJr3
  • taylorlower_ed Feb 12 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: Forming a community where everyone feels like they are supported, trusted, and respected. #oklaed
  • coach57 Feb 12 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Afraid efforts to recruit and address #teachershortage in all areas is failing miserably in #oklaed
    • djthoreson Feb 12 @ 9:18 PM EST
      A3: I think at this point, we're just trying to recruit certified teachers of any race; being a TOC would be icing on the cake! #oklaed
  • DrTerriOU Feb 12 @ 9:20 PM EST
    Thanks.. I was blanking on the name of the program! https://t.co/EP7iMw9AZf #oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:20 PM EST
    And why is that? Sometimes I wonder if I am wanted for merit or tokenism...#oklaed
    • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:15 PM EST
      A2: We treat all Ts horribly. Qualified POC are in demand by so many other professions... #oklaed
  • MrsDSings Feb 12 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: hate to say it, but we can’t find enough teachers PERIOD in #oklaed. Not sure how we keep TOCs or ANY Ts when they make 20K more in TX
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:21 PM EST
    I hate the word diversity. How about perspective training or implicit bias training? #oklaed
    In reply to @shetherington13
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:21 PM EST
    I count three people we can claim as vaguely Hispanic... um... #oklaed
    In reply to @meghanloyd, @vperezy
  • HackneyCindy Feb 12 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A3 Is Oklahoma recruiting or did I miss something? We try to encourage former SOC & paraprofessionals to come back and teach #oklaed
  • JennWillTeach Feb 12 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2: #oklaed hell, OK can't do anything about keeping white Ts. Why further punish TOC by recruiting them to this state?
  • jackietacjana Feb 12 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A3: There is an effort at NW Classen (OKCPS) to recruit HS SOC into teaching. BUT we need more intentional efforts. #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
    the damage has been done to the profession, regardless of state. It's systemic. #oklaed
    In reply to @lsmellott
  • lsmellott Feb 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
    #oklaed A3: Well, it's been a perfect storm to help push reform, and I don't think people understood how bad it would become.
  • DrTerriOU Feb 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Because our kids deserve role models. #Oklaed
    In reply to @JennWillTeach
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
    You really wanna tell some talented Hispanic or Middle Eastern student to stay in OK to teach? #oklaed
  • room20awesome Feb 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A3 It seems that currently we're recruiting Ts period...not sure what's being done to recruit TOC #oklaed
  • KathySDunn Feb 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2: #oklaed Other employers are also looking for EOCs. So TOCs are going to other employment that yields both $$ and respect not found in T.
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
    At the moment, I fear for their safety here. Forget their profession. #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
    provide mentors. Provide opportunities for growth. Provide opportunities to teach courses beyond PE. #oklaed
    In reply to @drewprice11
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
    If it helps, I'm Filipino. Beauty of Twitter is your bowl of cereal gives no clue so I don't assume. #oklaed
    In reply to @BlueCerealEduc, @meghanloyd
  • watertankmath Feb 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
    Good chats going on @ #oklaed & #iaedchat but distracted w/ #GRAMMYs on as well!!:-) Feel like my Ss now😆 https://t.co/zb73NilyEy #math
  • sandmanN_02 Feb 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
    A2 more pay won't solve all problems when a school is all W (T or S) it is hard to sell your school as cultural understanding #oklaed
  • coach57 Feb 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    #oklaed pays less and has one of the costliest and most difficult paths to certification. #teachershortage #duh
  • mrsaj4 Feb 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    I was just thinking about that...teaching has become a " you can do more than that" profession, how sad #oklaed
    In reply to @JennWillTeach
  • deborahgist Feb 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Our @TulsaSchools recruits HBCUs & other schools w students of color. We also have apprenticeship program, & TFA brings diversity. #oklaed
  • TwyllaHester Feb 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3) We need to rise above the outside negativity associated with our profession and talk about it with positivity to our Ss and Ts. #oklaed
  • OMLEA1 Feb 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    If you haven't registered scan the qr code at the end of the video! #oklaed https://t.co/mt386eTXhQ
  • WDTK33 Feb 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3 we must retain the highly qualified teachers we do have first, less emergency certs before we can adequately address this issue #oklaed
  • DrTerriOU Feb 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Because our kids deserve diverse role models..no matter their ethnicity. #oklaed
    • JennWillTeach Feb 12 @ 9:21 PM EST
      A2: #oklaed hell, OK can't do anything about keeping white Ts. Why further punish TOC by recruiting them to this state?
  • JonnyCurriculum Feb 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Great question coming up! Question 4 #oklaed
  • BayleeAnthony1 Feb 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A3) First we need to make teaching appealing to all races, then encourage more TOC. I have no SOC in any of my education classes. #oklaed
  • coach57 Feb 12 @ 9:23 PM EST
    You can tell them but not sure you can convince them #oklaed
    • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
      You really wanna tell some talented Hispanic or Middle Eastern student to stay in OK to teach? #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:24 PM EST
    This language is problematic. I understand the premise but this makes it seem like you're looking for unicorn. #oklaed
    In reply to @djthoreson
  • sandmanN_02 Feb 12 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3 none, but I feel there is little to nothing being done to recruit any kind of teacher to our state much less a TOC #oklaed
  • MrsBeck25 - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:24 PM EST
    🎤 drop.... #oklaed
    • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:22 PM EST
      You really wanna tell some talented Hispanic or Middle Eastern student to stay in OK to teach? #oklaed
  • djthoreson Feb 12 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A4: No way, Jose! We should celebrate our diversity and learn to appreciate our differences. Quit hiding from them, utilize them! #oklaed
  • shetherington13 Feb 12 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3 I don't know of any. #oklaed
  • mrjoshflores Feb 12 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A4: It's a myth. Stop that. Acknowledge difference. Understand that you can't understand every students' situation or experiences. #Oklaed
  • ShelbyJr3 Feb 12 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A4: my personal experience, color blind still means white. #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:25 PM EST
    being a person of color is not an added bonus. #oklaed
    In reply to @jasonbengs
  • sandmanN_02 Feb 12 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A4 being colorblind when grading or discipline. But if a teacher is colorblind they will never understand the real challenges faced #oklaed
  • MPSTechnology Feb 12 @ 9:25 PM EST
    Do I count? #oklaed
    In reply to @vperezy
  • ProfeSteiner Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Isn't it really just about understanding and respecting the culture of others?? #oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Yes. Like, do I expect you to speak for all white people? Nope. #oklaed #TooAwkward&Salty4ThisPressure
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4: It's naive. Saying you don't see color is like claiming you can't tell gender. Colorblind = trouble w/ traffic lights. #oklaed
  • WDTK33 Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4 #oklaed should teach to the Ss first, while embracing the uniqueness of each Ss cultural history
  • bridgestyler Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4: I would question their opinions on the value of cultural perspectives. You can't be 'colorblind' & very equitable IMO. #oklaed
  • watersenglish Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4 You can't ignore who a S is. You must respect and celebrate who people are. #oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4: Yes we "should" be. However, idealism doesn't always live in the real world. #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    males from underrepresented populations, not just African American. Multiple shades of brown were there. #oklaed
    In reply to @DrTerriOU, @krystalgr80
  • angmlittle Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4)Colorblindness creates a society that denies their negative racial experiences and invalidates their unique perspectives.#oklaed
  • jackietacjana Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4: It is not until we recognize our own privelige that we can effectively teach students of different cultures. #oklaed
  • deborahgist Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    There is no such thing as being colorblind. Let's be sure instead we are celebrating diversity &addressing implicit bias & inequity. #oklaed
  • jlreed2011 Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4) Color blind does not mean cultural blindness. We need Ts to know and respect the cultures in the room along with the Ss. #oklaed
  • jasonbengs Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4 If you mean put Ss 1st and provide whats needed no matter what color, creed, or gender, I agree, not treat all the same #oklaed
  • HackneyCindy Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4 I believe that most educators are a truer reflection of being colorblind than society at large is #oklaed
  • jefferson_first Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Practice ran long, but I'm Tasha jumping in from #cpsreds #oklaed
  • kendahl_asberry Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4 I say that's ridiculous!!! Pretending like diversity doesn't exists? That would be worse in my opinion. Why limit to one culture #OklaEd
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A4: "Colorblind" is an excuse not to recognize diversity or adjust your comfort zone. It's trite and dishonest and irritating. #oklaed
  • coach57 Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
    #oklaed Ts need to understand where students come from culturally, ethnically, and socio economically
  • SPSheehan Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A4) I respond with... #oklaed
  • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    #oklaed What's needed: honesty about current situation, welcome to work with great OK students, AND join us to fight for things.
    In reply to @MrsBeck25
  • MrsBeck25 - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A4: Teaching is acting at its finest. It's not about the color or race, it's about what that S needs us to be. Ss will always know ❤ #oklaed
  • jasonbengs Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A4b not everyone needs the same things to reach the same goal #oklaed
  • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    #oklaed
    • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
      A4) Sometimes I just look at them and laugh in response.
  • jackietacjana Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A4 (cont) We must embrace the differences of cultures and use them to enhance our teaching. #oklaed
  • sulphurmiddle Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A4. As much as colorblindness is ideal, it is not reality as long as inequality exists. We currently have to address the differences #OklaEd
  • edgeblogger Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A4: Why would we want to view all kids through identical lens? Racism and inequality exist. Pretending they don't is not helpful. #oklaed
  • TwyllaHester Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A4) Colorblind is naive. Celebrate diversity, learn varied cultures, help individuals better themselves (self included). #oklaed
  • KathySDunn Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A3: Enduring a painful procedure last week by POC whose twins are Ed Majors. Pain amped ^ when she told me they were going to Texas. #oklaed
  • mrsmcreading Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A4) In a Civil Rights Unit right now. I can't be colorblind! My Ss are all responding very diff. & I have to be sensitive to that. #oklaed
  • mcappsparks Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Bingo. #oklaed
    • jackietacjana Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
      A4: It is not until we recognize our own privelige that we can effectively teach students of different cultures. #oklaed
  • jefferson_first Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A4) my color is important to me, as I'm sure it is for many Ss...I need it to be seen and valued #oklaed
  • ShelbyJr3 Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
    GET IT #oklaed
    • angmlittle Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
      A4)Colorblindness creates a society that denies their negative racial experiences and invalidates their unique perspectives.#oklaed
  • KimberBlodgett Feb 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A4: that seems problematic. We need to embrace our differences, learn from each other, and ensure we teach diversity to our Ss. #Oklaed
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Joining late #oklaed. Fell asleep waiting on this lazy snow day!
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    "Slavery was a huge issue in 19th century America... not sure how they decided who'd be slaves b/c I don't see color..." #oklaed
  • drewprice11 Feb 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Q4: we need to demonstrate empathy for our s's and t's. therefore being colorblind is not an option #oklaed
  • djthoreson Feb 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    Guess unicorns often come up in #oklaed chats! We must all be hoping to attain the impossible!
    In reply to @DA_Houston
  • camidellinger Feb 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A4- We need to acknowledge and celebrate diversity. Being "colorblind" seems to imply ignoring our uniqueness. #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    "MLK was a leader of some sort... marched and spoke... not sure what was on his mind b/c I'm colorblind, so..." #oklaed
  • meghanloyd Feb 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A4: saying colorblind is ignoring students. You can't ignore them. #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    step into my office. #oklaed
    In reply to @bakerleft
  • JonnyCurriculum Feb 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A4: Treating everyone with equity and understanding how people identify are two different things. We have to acknowledge culture. #oklaed
  • MPSTechnology Feb 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A4: CELEBRATE THE DIVERSITY! Create environments of Inclusion. #oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A3 I haven't noticed any? #oklaed
  • SteveMaier_ Feb 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    @SciEdHenry You should check out #oklaed tonight. I am finding it challenging to chime in; feel underqualified
    In reply to @SciEdHenry
  • ChrisParadise Feb 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A3) Apparently the same as recruiting W Ts.Low pay, crazy politics, & repeatedly denigrating them. I'm sure it will work eventually. #OklaEd
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Ok! We're diving in deeper! Question 5 #oklaed
  • jasonbengs Feb 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Didn't say that, it is a bonus to our Ss to have a quality TOC #oklaed
    In reply to @DA_Houston
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A4: Step into my office. #oklaed
  • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    I agree. Diversity is America at heart. I do not understand why some people want to make Ss all the same. #oklaed
    • mrjoshflores Feb 12 @ 9:25 PM EST
      A4: It's a myth. Stop that. Acknowledge difference. Understand that you can't understand every students' situation or experiences. #Oklaed
  • jenkshs Feb 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A5: I don't know that statewide we're addressing it at all. Individual districts, maybe - I hope... #oklaed
  • WDTK33 Feb 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A4 in rural #oklaed socioeconomic status must be addressed more often than colorblindness
  • ChrisParadise Feb 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A4) You can't recognize and fix a problem you pretend you don't see. #OklaEd
  • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:30 PM EST
    #oklaed A4: That would be great but not sure it's possible... How about celebrating the improving diversity, learning & working together???
  • tadousay Feb 12 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Only 30 more mins to #classroom #engagement on #wyoedchat! Join us! #oklaed #sdedchat #idedchat #sdedchat #mtedchat #westedchat #txeduchat
  • PrincipalNyberg Feb 12 @ 9:30 PM EST
    This question reminds me of the SNL quote "We don't recognize color, but we celebrate it". #oklaed https://t.co/XPxiGZnvwO
  • PrincipalNyberg Feb 12 @ 9:30 PM EST
    This question reminds me of the SNL quote "We don't recognize color, but we celebrate it". #oklaed https://t.co/1nbCjCDR6J
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:30 PM EST
    Respectfully disagree again. In my experience, sometimes I feel very isolated and need another person of color to talk things out. #oklaed
    • jlreed2011 Feb 12 @ 9:17 PM EST
      My thought: TOC or SOC don't need each other as much as the profession needs educators that transcend color and teaches to all #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A5: Part of why I'm concerned about bill proposing lowering age of suspension to 3rd grade is how it will be used inequitably. #oklaed
  • room20awesome Feb 12 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A4 Ignoring color, culture, race is ignoring what makes us unique & beautiful. Must respect Ss for who they are & embrace diversity #oklaed
  • ShelbyJr3 Feb 12 @ 9:30 PM EST
    This sass is strong with this one #oklaed
    • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:28 PM EST
      "Slavery was a huge issue in 19th century America... not sure how they decided who'd be slaves b/c I don't see color..." #oklaed
  • coach57 Feb 12 @ 9:30 PM EST
    @ToddWhitaker. Great teachers and leaders understand that in order to change student behavior we must first change adult behavior. #oklaed
  • mrvesco Feb 12 @ 9:30 PM EST
    You will LOVE this EdCamp! Get your FREE tickets today before they are all gone! #ksedchat #moedchat #oklaed https://t.co/Xvd1idi5dT
  • mcappsparks Feb 12 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A5 I'll let you know when I see it being addressed. #oklaed
  • MPSTechnology Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4: Colorblind is another way of saying or justifying our biases. #oklaed
  • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    I never thought of it like that before and I think I have to agree w/you. #oklaed
  • watersenglish Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    I finally figured that out earlier this year... #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    "I hope it's OK for me to be in this locker room. I'm so enlightened that I don't see gender." #oklaed
  • deborahgist Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    @TulsaSchools using data to monitor & improve. Also restorative justice & Leading for Equity PD at all levels. Suspensions down! #oklaed
  • SteveMaier_ Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    How about a needs assessment? (communities, districts, in-service Ts, pre-service prep programs) How can we address Qs w/o input? #oklaed
  • MrsBeck25 - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A5: Better question is how is that solution the best for any S? I saw it too much in my career. Schools r sometimes only safe place #oklaed
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    educators should not be colorblind. Students certainly aren't #oklaed
    In reply to @jcbjr
  • KathySDunn Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4: We should know our students for who they are, their family, what makes them tick- respect the diversity, celebrate it. #oklaed
  • collums_dawn Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    a5) in okc, SOC live in poverty in large numbers, We are NOT meeting needs that are at core of discipline issues #oklaed
  • DrTerriOU Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    a4) impossible and it is part of each student's story.. #oklaed
  • JennWillTeach Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    #oklaed to those who still think being colorblind is the best thing for your SOC, watch this: https://t.co/k87GfyH3XJ
  • edgeblogger Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A4b: These donuts are not the same. Why pretend that kids are? Love them all and treat with kindness and respect. #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    um...you just used Jose to tell someone that folks shouldn't be colorblind. May want to rethink that saying... #oklaed
    In reply to @djthoreson
  • ChrisQuinn64 Feb 12 @ 9:31 PM EST
    Some of the most effective feedback comes in this form...#education #JoyfulLeaders #oklaed #PrinLeaderChat
  • contrarymary96 Feb 12 @ 9:32 PM EST
    This is true. #oklaed
    • WDTK33 Feb 12 @ 9:29 PM EST
      A4 in rural #oklaed socioeconomic status must be addressed more often than colorblindness
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A5: White adults consistently perceive Black Ss as more threatening, older, scarier, etc., than same behavior and age of white kids. #oklaed
  • jackietacjana Feb 12 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A5: Many inequitable discipline problems stem from lack of cultural understanding. Must acknowledge cultural divide. #oklaed
  • meghanloyd Feb 12 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A5: That needs to be address at the school district level every school is different and hopefully those conversations are happening #oklaed
  • jlreed2011 Feb 12 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A5) I listen to Ss when they are sent to my office. I look for cause then solutions. Suspension is not automatic nor should it be #oklaed
  • djthoreson Feb 12 @ 9:32 PM EST
    I was wondering how long it would be before there was a donut reference! #oklaed
    In reply to @edgeblogger
  • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Well said! #oklaed
    • jasonbengs Feb 12 @ 9:26 PM EST
      A4 If you mean put Ss 1st and provide whats needed no matter what color, creed, or gender, I agree, not treat all the same #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:32 PM EST
    Racism doesn't have to be intentional to be a problem. White faculty perceives discipline issues differently based on race. #oklaed
  • TwyllaHester Feb 12 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A5) Lots of conversations with Ts. Teachable moments. Changing the adult behavior first, then the student behavior. #oklaed
  • drewprice11 Feb 12 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A5: schools need more access to outside resources to deal with severe behavior problems #oklaed
  • JonnyCurriculum Feb 12 @ 9:33 PM EST
    #bingo #oklaed
    In reply to @drewprice11
  • collums_dawn Feb 12 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A5) This times 100000 #oklaed
    • drewprice11 Feb 12 @ 9:33 PM EST
      A5: schools need more access to outside resources to deal with severe behavior problems #oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Q4 2 B colorblind in a way is 2 just be blind. My race/color/culture is me. Even when it's buried so deep, I don't know it moves me. #oklaed
  • tchingelements Feb 12 @ 9:33 PM EST
    A4 Problem w/this is that u end up looking through the lens u r used 2 instead of embracing the diversity & becoming part of the COC #oklaed
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Ah hate coming in late. Which question are we on please #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:34 PM EST
    What would it look like if we did? #oklaed
    In reply to @collums_dawn
  • mrsmcreading Feb 12 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A5) Parents! Families! Stakeholders who are involved bc the school has made it clear their involvement is critical not just welcome. #oklaed
  • shawnhime - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A5 - #1 building Relationship with all Ss. We can't ensure that they have the best possible environment if we don't know the person. #OklaEd
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:34 PM EST
    HUH? #oklaed
    In reply to @WDTK33
  • sandmanN_02 Feb 12 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A5 There is a diversity gap and when teachers (admin) don't work to understand the gap frustrations are turned into suspensions #oklaed
  • camidellinger Feb 12 @ 9:34 PM EST
    A5-Needs to be addressed at the school district level and hopefully it is being addressed. #oklaed
  • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:34 PM EST
    #oklaed A5: Have to understand why. As with students with green coloring, understanding why ANY student is suspended must precede changes!!
  • jwalkup Feb 12 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Yes but I try to avoid absolutes. Dont think all feedback can come in the form of a question. #JoyfulLeaders #oklaed
    In reply to @ChrisQuinn64, @brynmw
  • PrincipalNyberg Feb 12 @ 9:35 PM EST
    #oklaed This came across my feed today. Speaks volumes to the mindset it takes to work with our Ss (regardless of race).
    • SteeleThoughts Feb 12 @ 8:13 PM EST
      It's not about managing the behavior... it's about winning over the kid. When you win the kid... there's not much behavior to manage.
  • KimberBlodgett Feb 12 @ 9:35 PM EST
    To me being colorblind could imply I am blind to our differences and that isn't the answer. Even if unintentional. #oklaed
  • jasonbengs Feb 12 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A5 It should always boil down to what is best for the Ss. Is it better for them to be at home or school? Often school is better #oklaed
  • MPSTechnology Feb 12 @ 9:35 PM EST
    All my #oklaed peeps are awesome! But it is difficult at times not to have a mentor or someone to "commiserate."
    In reply to @vperezy
  • collums_dawn Feb 12 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Needs surveys, school based social services, enrichment and intervention #oklaed
    In reply to @bakerleft
  • TwyllaHester Feb 12 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A5) Current dissertation topic - differentiated PD for behavior interventions at HS level. Putting in practice next year. #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:35 PM EST
    Question 6 #oklaed This is important! Please share.
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:36 PM EST
    It's a peculiar cycle, right? I appreciate your reluctance for what it is but I def want you at the table. #oklaed
    In reply to @JennWillTeach
  • MrBurtonMPS Feb 12 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A5: We need to explore why any/all kids misbehave. So often we react with discipline w/o addressing root cause(s) of behavior. #oklaed
  • KathySDunn Feb 12 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A5: Had a great report on The Leader in Me at Country Estates Elementary. All suspensions are down. Challenge and model leadership. #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:36 PM EST
    kinda. #oklaed
    In reply to @jackietacjana
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:36 PM EST
    Schools need to step back. If white child was acting out, would it qualify as a suspendible behavior as well #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A6: Hell, most of Am/OK History teaches anti-racism. It's embedded. Trump has also made it an obvious daily discussion. #oklaed
  • EaronCunningham Feb 12 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A5: Smaller class size would allow teachers to make meaningful connections. Relationships still trump any resource. #oklaed
  • ShelbyJr3 Feb 12 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A6: I don't know SEND THEM TO ME I NEEEEEEEED SOME #oklaed
  • taylorlower_ed Feb 12 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A4: We need to accept our diversity, because love and acceptance is what will create an atmosphere of potential for our Ss. #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:37 PM EST
    Congrats Queen B! #GRAMMYs #oklaed
  • edgeblogger Feb 12 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A5: Yikes, a minefield! There are widely diff opinions on what should be done. Bottom line is kids can't learn if they're not there #oklaed
  • JonnyCurriculum Feb 12 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A6: My favorite resource for teaching anti-racism is rule #1: be nice. It is followed by rule #2: be nice. #oklaed Not profound but works
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:37 PM EST
    @HackneyCindy Research states otherwise. https://t.co/xsbTm9qoYY #oklaed
    In reply to @HackneyCindy
  • sulphurmiddle Feb 12 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A5. Schools must reach parents and get buy in from the families. Has to come from home. #OklaEd
  • MPSTechnology Feb 12 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A5: Be amazed at what I got away with in school because "Asian kids just do that!" That didn't last long as they got to know me... #oklaed
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:38 PM EST
    Look at intention behind behavior Is it not a while culture normed behavior. Is that why we're threatened #oklaed #oklaed
  • Lsooner2 Feb 12 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A5) students can't learn if they are not IN the classroom #oklaed
  • jackietacjana Feb 12 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A6: I'm a believer in embedding it in teaching, not just resources. Culturally relevant pedagogy, reality pedagogy are 2 approaches #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:38 PM EST
    not just that diversity exists. It's the collective histories of the Ss that are erased in a color blind world. #oklaed
    In reply to @kendahl_asberry
  • SPSheehan Feb 12 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A4) Wait, I can't move on from this colorblind thing. Do people really think that "colorblind" is an option for Ts? #oklaed
  • mrsmcreading Feb 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A6) Took my naive suburban Ss on field trip to Greenwood Ctr (dtown Tulsa) following Tulsa Race Riot unit. Incredibly powerful! #oklaed
  • mcappsparks Feb 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A7 Facing History And Ourselves is an EXCELLENT resource #oklaed
  • drewprice11 Feb 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A6: read To kill a mockingbird - and other literature that encourages empathy #oklaed
  • shetherington13 Feb 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A5 Every Ss is important to me despite their color; however, it also makes them who they are and it should be celebrated! #oklaed
  • meghanloyd Feb 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A6: Be nice and don't be jerk. On repeat all day. #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
    'Colorblind' is an excuse to not recognize the inequities of the past. #oklaed
    In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A6: I find it's also pointless to pretend I know what it's like NOT to be an old straight white guy. Honesty - as always - matters. #oklaed
  • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
    #oklaed A6: Understanding and celebrating the diversity. Work to get ALL students wanting to improve there learning skills, working w/ all.
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A6: @Tolerance_org and @splcenter They can get you where you need to go and connect you to others who can help. #oklaed
    In reply to @Tolerance_org, @splcenter
  • jefferson_first Feb 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
    A5) it's hard to address it, when you don't acknowledge it #oklaed
  • CindyStone_1 Feb 12 @ 9:40 PM EST
    @ToddWhitaker. Great teachers and leaders understand that in order to change student behavior we must first change adult behavior. #oklaed
    In reply to @ToddWhitaker
  • collums_dawn Feb 12 @ 9:40 PM EST
    @bakerleft #oklaed This just popped in my feed !!!!!
    In reply to @bakerleft
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:40 PM EST
    real life conversation and experience. Quality children's books that have characters of color #oklaed
    In reply to @ShelbyJr3
  • JonnyCurriculum Feb 12 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A6: I also like the free resource of listening. If you seek to understand and not respond, you can really help a person. #oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Feb 12 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A6: Funded T study tour in another country. Spend time in very different culture helps open eyes 2 new perspectives & understandings #oklaed
  • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A4) Is there more pressure on English teachers to teach diversity than other subject Ts? I worry I'll teach too much white lit #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A6: #oklaed
  • contrarymary96 Feb 12 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A6: Been out of the classroom for a while, but I used "This I Believe." It exposed us to all races & voices. It made my SS think #oklaed
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:41 PM EST
    I was shocked I never learned about Tulsa riots in any history book #oklaed
    In reply to @mrsmcreading
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A6 https://t.co/uZphYnvDrh https://t.co/D4ByPocZ8T #educolor #oklaed
  • ScienceBrandi Feb 12 @ 9:41 PM EST
    It's amazing how powerful fiction can be at teaching empathy #oklaed
    • drewprice11 Feb 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
      A6: read To kill a mockingbird - and other literature that encourages empathy #oklaed
  • mrsaj4 Feb 12 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A5: but so many of the long term issues r b/c of what they are dealing with at home...would love to see stats on poverty suspensions #oklaed
    • sulphurmiddle Feb 12 @ 9:38 PM EST
      A5. Schools must reach parents and get buy in from the families. Has to come from home. #OklaEd
  • JennWillTeach Feb 12 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4: #oklaed first, watch this: https://t.co/k87GfyH3XJ
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A6: "For White Folks Who Teach in the Hood" by @chrisemdin #oklaed
    In reply to @chrisemdin
  • watersenglish Feb 12 @ 9:41 PM EST
    Same here. #oklaed
    • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:41 PM EST
      I was shocked I never learned about Tulsa riots in any history book #oklaed
      In reply to @mrsmcreading
  • camidellinger Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A6- Literature, respect, and modeling. Can't wait to get some more resource ideas to use! #oklaed
  • KimberBlodgett Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A6: I am the teacher. My Ss look up to me. I am the best resource. I should model expectations. Kindness, acceptance, love. #oklaed
  • PrincipalNyberg Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    This is a big issue in my district. Some things you can't control. #oklaed
    In reply to @mrsaj4
  • StaceyRman Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Keep forgetting my #oklaed
    • StaceyRman Feb 12 @ 9:40 PM EST
      A:6 Not a teacher, but my 14 yo was affected by "If We Must Die" for OK History.
  • sulphurmiddle Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A6. Holocaust, Apartheid, Gandhi, Trail of tears, race riots... there is no shortage of lessons. #OklaEd
  • JennWillTeach Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A4: #oklaed it's an arrogant show of privilege to think color/race/etc. can be "ignored." Race awareness is built into our freaking systems.
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Question 7 #oklaed
  • mrsmcreading Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A6) Eng/Lang Arts Ts should be leading the way in this! We have tons of great lit that addresses racism. Not a burden, an honor! #oklaed
  • room20awesome Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A7 The Story of Ruby Bridges was a favorite when I taught 3rd grade..led to great discussion. https://t.co/FryOIOUZMb #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    SUCH A GOOD BOOK! #OKLAED
    • StaceyRman Feb 12 @ 9:40 PM EST
      A:6 Not a teacher, but my 14 yo was affected by "If We Must Die" for OK History.
  • coach57 Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    The greatest resource is what is inside us. "You can fool the fans but not the players" #oklaed
  • ScienceBrandi Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A6) Get to know people. Encourage respectful discourse in class. #oklaed
  • tchingelements Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A6 I've been incorporating more, not-as-famous scientists to show diversity in science discoveries but could definitely do better #oklaed
    • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:39 PM EST
      #oklaed A6: Understanding and celebrating the diversity. Work to get ALL students wanting to improve there learning skills, working w/ all.
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:43 PM EST
    what does living in poverty have to do with discipline? I think I understand but the statement has me questioning... #oklaed
    In reply to @collums_dawn
  • JB22ROBISON Feb 12 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Read Ok.Rep. John Montgomery's proposal of HB 1400,1401 (Legacy and Vision funds) for education, a long term solution. #oklaed #Brogedrsrch
  • taylorlower_ed Feb 12 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A5: Instead of discipline being the immediate answer to behavior issues, we should work with students through the issues. #oklaed
  • MrBurtonMPS Feb 12 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A6 cont: Spending time at Muslim boarding schl in Indonesia 🇮🇩 & working w/Ss & Ts drastically opened my eyes to Muslim issues in OK #oklaed
  • SPSheehan Feb 12 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A6) I encourage all Ts to look into emancipatory pedagogy - students should see themselves in their work #oklaed
  • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:43 PM EST
    You got me in my feel zone. I agree! #oklaed
    • MrsBeck25 - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:27 PM EST
      A4: Teaching is acting at its finest. It's not about the color or race, it's about what that S needs us to be. Ss will always know ❤ #oklaed
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:43 PM EST
    wish more teachers covered it. It was the collapse of black prosperity and culture #oklaed
    In reply to @sandmanN_02, @mrsmcreading
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A7: It's harder. There's no substitute for being around people different than you. That was a major beauty of Brown v. Board. #OklaEd
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A5: @bakerleft if it's not being done, implicit bias training needs to be done. There are experts at OU. #oklaed
    In reply to @bakerleft
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:44 PM EST
    But educating ourselves on issues of race is essential. #oklaed
    In reply to @coach57
  • djthoreson Feb 12 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A7: It looks like teaching To Kill a Mockingbird, Code of Honor, and other texts - and having conversations about current events #oklaed
  • room20awesome Feb 12 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A7b The Sneeches is another favorite and great for my first graders! https://t.co/wCu8wkgmvG #oklaed
  • jackietacjana Feb 12 @ 9:44 PM EST
    I second this recommendation! #oklaed
    In reply to @bakerleft, @chrisemdin
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A7: POC are largely theoretical or caricatures if you're isolated. It's one of my objections to re-segregating schools via vouchers. #oklaed
  • jasonbengs Feb 12 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A7 Very difficult because Ss realistically can't live out the teaching in their environment #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:44 PM EST
    welp! #oklaed
    In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
  • saul02_terry Feb 12 @ 9:44 PM EST
    #oklaed A6 based on the responses #oklaed should mark this as a concentrated growth area for us all. I certainly am!
  • sandmanN_02 Feb 12 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A7 this! https://t.co/TthHNQDRFD #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A6: "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:45 PM EST
    or acknowledge implicit bias, both conscious and unconscious bias. #oklaed
    In reply to @jackietacjana
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:45 PM EST
    I don't think we can blame poverty as a reason behind problematic behaviors in school setting #oklaed
  • ShelbyJr3 Feb 12 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A7: like kindness, empathy, being a good human. If we call it "anti-racism" or anti "bullying" kids tune out bc they arent racist #oklaed
  • TwyllaHester Feb 12 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A7) Hard to do. Learning through experience is best. Skype and working with other schools might be the best option. #oklaed
  • PrincipalNyberg Feb 12 @ 9:46 PM EST
    Agree. Not the blame, but a huge factor. The elephant in the room. ...one bite at a time, right? #oklaed
    In reply to @AmyBBednarz
  • jasonbengs Feb 12 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A7 Until Ss are in more diverse setting they won't truly know how they will respond #oklaed
  • mrsmcreading Feb 12 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A7) Educate all Ss on what racism is. So much hallway joking, "You're racist lol!" Many times the other person isn't laughing. #oklaed
  • jlreed2011 Feb 12 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A7) Acknowledge that US history created inequality but it is our history to change how all are treated and viewed #oklaed
  • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
    #oklaed A7: Whatever looks like today, it must change to reflect our world, dealing with ongoing worldly issues for example. Ts accountable.
  • MrBurtonMPS Feb 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A7: Ts must be more vigilant of incorporating muktiple perspectives/voices into class material; not as tokens but as inclusion #oklaed
  • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A7) Maybe too much focus on black lit in English class. Need more multi-cultural--not just TKaM but Milagro Beanfield War etc. #oklaed
  • abiederstadt Feb 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4) Definitely a wealth of literature out there to use. Teaching US History can be difficult. Whitewashed or Unpatriotic. #Fineline #oklaed
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
    when I worked in North Tulsa, behaviors in my school were nothing to what I see here in MA. #oklaed. Similar socioeconomic
    In reply to @PrincipalNyberg
  • jefferson_first Feb 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A6) besides myself? Telling the truth about American history...not a watered down version, which means we as Ts have to educated #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Agreed. But SOC and white students need to hear words like "race" "racism" and "anti-racism" on the regular IMO. #oklaed
    In reply to @ShelbyJr3
  • edgeblogger Feb 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A7: We can always teach tolerance & empathy in schools. However, biggest influence on racial attitudes happens at home. #oklaed
  • room20awesome Feb 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A7 (I numbered my earlier questions wrong.) Must take time 2 read learn and try 2 see the world from perspecitve of others. #oklaed
  • meghanloyd Feb 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Yes!!!! #oklaed
    • mrsmcreading Feb 12 @ 9:46 PM EST
      A7) Educate all Ss on what racism is. So much hallway joking, "You're racist lol!" Many times the other person isn't laughing. #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
    Give That Woman A Sticker! YES! #oklaed
    • jefferson_first Feb 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
      A6) besides myself? Telling the truth about American history...not a watered down version, which means we as Ts have to educated #oklaed
  • jackietacjana Feb 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A7: Again, have to change HOW we teach and WHAT we teach to meet the needs of WHO we teach. Have to be intentional, everyday. #oklaed
  • drewprice11 Feb 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A7: even reading about other culture is no substitute for having real relationships with people from other cultures/religions.. #oklaed
  • shetherington13 Feb 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A6 The Diary of Anne Frank. Barrio Boy, Amigo Brothers. Brian's Song etc #oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
    I get what you're saying but I think you may be conflating race and socioeconomics unnecessarily. #oklaed
    In reply to @collums_dawn
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Yes - acknowledging race is not the same as being racist. If we want to get technical, prejudice is a different creature as well. #oklaed
    • mrsmcreading Feb 12 @ 9:46 PM EST
      A7) Educate all Ss on what racism is. So much hallway joking, "You're racist lol!" Many times the other person isn't laughing. #oklaed
  • KathySDunn Feb 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
    #oklaed Ts need to adopt this philosophy. It is an honor to teach the story of all people and to teach respect, kindness, understanding.
    • mrsmcreading Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
      A6) Eng/Lang Arts Ts should be leading the way in this! We have tons of great lit that addresses racism. Not a burden, an honor! #oklaed
  • MrsBeck25 - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
    @jefferson_first is a ROCK ⭐️ #oklaed
    In reply to @BlueCerealEduc, @jefferson_first
  • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
    #oklaed So get them engaged in real world, going beyond discussion to engagement.
    • jasonbengs Feb 12 @ 9:44 PM EST
      A7 Very difficult because Ss realistically can't live out the teaching in their environment #oklaed
  • WDTK33 Feb 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
    A7 hold nothing back when explaining the ugliness of racism explain the importance of understanding that it exists & is not made up #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A7: White schools must address race even more so than diverse schools. #oklaed
  • KimberBlodgett Feb 12 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A7: in an almost all white school can I just admit I am not doing enough. I could do more. I do my best. #oklaed I will do better.
  • BayleeAnthony1 Feb 12 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A4) Ts should seem color blind to Ss. Ts need to meet the need of every S but they may need to be meet them all differently. #oklaed
  • watersenglish Feb 12 @ 9:49 PM EST
    This is where I'm at. I need to do more. #oklaed
    • KimberBlodgett Feb 12 @ 9:49 PM EST
      A7: in an almost all white school can I just admit I am not doing enough. I could do more. I do my best. #oklaed I will do better.
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:49 PM EST
    At secondary level, at least, it's impossible to be real about racism and not tackle current events / politics. #oklaed
  • drewprice11 Feb 12 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A7: field trips??? #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Question 8 #oklaed
  • room20awesome Feb 12 @ 9:50 PM EST
    This...and tell the truth about history from the start. Sharing those truths will help our Ss choose better paths for the future. #oklaed
    • jefferson_first Feb 12 @ 9:47 PM EST
      A6) besides myself? Telling the truth about American history...not a watered down version, which means we as Ts have to educated #oklaed
  • jackietacjana Feb 12 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A7 (cont): Also, teachers must go into the neighborhoods and become part of the culture, not drive away at the end of every day. #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:50 PM EST
    I'm very accepting of a wide variety of views, but what does it say to SOC if you try to play neutral about current GOP? #oklaed
  • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:51 PM EST
    I think I do too much black lit--I need to diversify with other races. Milagro Beanfield War, Joy Luck Club, etc. I need to do more. #oklaed
    • djthoreson Feb 12 @ 9:44 PM EST
      A7: It looks like teaching To Kill a Mockingbird, Code of Honor, and other texts - and having conversations about current events #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:51 PM EST
    Embrace the discomfort #oklaed!
  • djthoreson Feb 12 @ 9:51 PM EST
    I'd love an answer to this, too! #oklaed
    • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:50 PM EST
      I'm very accepting of a wide variety of views, but what does it say to SOC if you try to play neutral about current GOP? #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A8: All we can do is call it out. It's about poverty, yes - but it's also about policy. Vouchers. A-F. Discipline. Etc. #oklaed
  • mcappsparks Feb 12 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A8 I think you have to break down the causes...some #oklaed can address more easily than others.
  • Tony_Chauncey Feb 12 @ 9:51 PM EST
    Isn't this what vouchers are for? To resegregate our schools? #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A7: Not #Oklaed 's responsibility. My assumption is that redlining and white flight have contributed to that & those are policy issues.
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:52 PM EST
    anyone seen video on FB regarding putting people in boxes/bubbles? Powerful lesson on diversity from likes/dislikes to skin color #oklaed
  • edgeblogger Feb 12 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A7: As a kid, I didn't have a class w/ a black student until 9th grade. It took me yrs to develop full understanding of racism. #oklaed
  • jasonbengs Feb 12 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A8 How do you stop white flight? Until the biases are laid aside the cycle may continue #oklaed
  • carriejacobs Feb 12 @ 9:52 PM EST
    Tonight's #oklaed discussion is so good.
  • djthoreson Feb 12 @ 9:52 PM EST
    Code of Honor is one I've recently discovered. It's about a Persian boy whose brother, an Army Ranger, is accused of treason #oklaed
    • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:51 PM EST
      I think I do too much black lit--I need to diversify with other races. Milagro Beanfield War, Joy Luck Club, etc. I need to do more. #oklaed
      • djthoreson Feb 12 @ 9:44 PM EST
        A7: It looks like teaching To Kill a Mockingbird, Code of Honor, and other texts - and having conversations about current events #oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:52 PM EST
    Mockingbird and Code of Honor both by white people. I'd like to see more works by diverse authors. #oklaed
    • djthoreson Feb 12 @ 9:44 PM EST
      A7: It looks like teaching To Kill a Mockingbird, Code of Honor, and other texts - and having conversations about current events #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A8: So much legislative power devoted to resegregation, and we tanked in November. I'm not sure how to slow that now. #oklaed
  • jlreed2011 Feb 12 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A8) We should fight against it b/c our Ss benefit by the diversity in the room. We need our Ss to learn how to build relationships #oklaed
  • ShelbyJr3 Feb 12 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A8: storm the gates, drop a house on them, send the flying monkeys. But for real, this is disgusting #oklaed
  • SPSheehan Feb 12 @ 9:53 PM EST
    @bakerleft This conversation about Race in Education far exceeds the 140 character limit & deserves more attention than one hour #oklaed
    In reply to @bakerleft
  • manders416 Feb 12 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A8 must make our voices heard to #okleg & educate others about #vouchers #oklaed
  • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:54 PM EST
    #oklaed A8: Precisely what concerns me with potential impact of federal ED. PLEASE NO MANDATES!!! Let's work together 2 fight resegregation!
  • MrBurtonMPS Feb 12 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A8: Be vigilant against it! Refuse to let "school choice" & other measures which contribute to resegregation go unchallenged. #oklaed
  • JennWillTeach Feb 12 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A5: #oklaed is it being addressed? Oooo, I'd love to know what's being done. Worked in 3 districts...only crickets...
  • ScienceBrandi Feb 12 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A8) Were OKC/Tulsa schools ever completely desegregated? Legit question... I don't recall them being so in my lifetime. #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A8: One drum to beat is to remind white parents that their kids BENEFIT from diversity - college & career ready and all that? #oklaed
  • WDTK33 Feb 12 @ 9:54 PM EST
    A8 #oklaed must educate the public at large about the truths behind vouchers. Most politicians are not listening.
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:54 PM EST
    same with me Actually now with new president am I really beginning to see implication #oklaed
    In reply to @edgeblogger
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:54 PM EST
    in your specific area of OKC but that's not always the case or explanation for discipline problems /2 #oklaed
    In reply to @collums_dawn
  • kasnelson Feb 12 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A7: We can all do more. #oklaed #itstartswithme
    • KimberBlodgett Feb 12 @ 9:49 PM EST
      A7: in an almost all white school can I just admit I am not doing enough. I could do more. I do my best. #oklaed I will do better.
  • MrsBeck25 - Moderator Feb 12 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A7: Greatest role a white history T in a predominantly white school can have... We can change home beliefs. I saw it. #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:55 PM EST
    I was in a very white school. I didn't even know how intolerant and backwards I was until much later in life. #oklaed
    • edgeblogger Feb 12 @ 9:52 PM EST
      A7: As a kid, I didn't have a class w/ a black student until 9th grade. It took me yrs to develop full understanding of racism. #oklaed
  • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A7) I don't think we have to match literature to color. I think races need to learn about other races. i.e. black Ss read Asian lit. #oklaed
  • StaceyRman Feb 12 @ 9:55 PM EST
    #oklaed A:8 I always share the amazing experience my kids have had growing up w kids of every race, creed, belief
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A8. Bussing. Seriously #oklaed
  • taylorlower_ed Feb 12 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A7: Learning and experiencing other cultures and values with Ss. Ts engaging and learning with Ss makes learning more meaningful. #oklaed
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:55 PM EST
    Question 9 #oklaed
  • okeducation Feb 12 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A8 #oklaed Fight bad policy with truth - data, stories, and history. It's all we have.
  • deborahgist Feb 12 @ 9:55 PM EST
    Examine enrollment practices in district. Work on housing policy w city to diversify neighborhoods &schools. Create schls of choice. #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:56 PM EST
    Not match, but variety matters. We all grew up on books where every protagonist was straight white and mostly male... #oklaed
    • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:55 PM EST
      A7) I don't think we have to match literature to color. I think races need to learn about other races. i.e. black Ss read Asian lit. #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:56 PM EST
    You can't be what you can't see... #oklaed
  • drewprice11 Feb 12 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A8 public is fed up with failing school narrative - and will do anything to keep their kids protected. We must change the narrative #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:56 PM EST
    BOOM! Changing the means of socialization of the student and meaningful change happens. #oklaed
    In reply to @MrsBeck25
  • camidellinger Feb 12 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A7- Same here! I will do better #oklaed
    • KimberBlodgett Feb 12 @ 9:49 PM EST
      A7: in an almost all white school can I just admit I am not doing enough. I could do more. I do my best. #oklaed I will do better.
  • TwyllaHester Feb 12 @ 9:56 PM EST
    Transferred my daughter to a more diverse school and she has thrived. All 3 of my kids involved with diverse people. #oklaed
    In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:56 PM EST
    A8 magnet schools, charters, all schools receive equal funding and attention #oklaed
  • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:56 PM EST
    That is true. But it's a start until they can travel outside their "circle" and meet those other cultures/religions. #oklaed
    • drewprice11 Feb 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
      A7: even reading about other culture is no substitute for having real relationships with people from other cultures/religions.. #oklaed
  • edgeblogger Feb 12 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A9: Learn! @BillBoyle24 wrote great post "The Racist Narrative of Failing Schools" in '14. Great links, too. #oklaed https://t.co/wrFQ3yFmzQ
    In reply to @BillBoyle24
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:57 PM EST
    But let's not just focus on the tragedies and injustices. How about some of our achievements? #oklaed
    • sulphurmiddle Feb 12 @ 9:42 PM EST
      A6. Holocaust, Apartheid, Gandhi, Trail of tears, race riots... there is no shortage of lessons. #OklaEd
  • DrTerriOU Feb 12 @ 9:57 PM EST
    I get that concern, but I will say this.. I made sure to still participate because I want to learn.. and that has value. #oklaed
    In reply to @vperezy
  • BayleeAnthony1 Feb 12 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A7) #oklaed
  • TwyllaHester Feb 12 @ 9:57 PM EST
    I went to a mostly white school until I was in college and moved to Miami, FL. Attended FIU. Best experience ever. #oklaed
    In reply to @BlueCerealEduc
  • jackietacjana Feb 12 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A9: More partnerships with community. No more fortresses. #oklaed
  • okeducation Feb 12 @ 9:57 PM EST
    Yes, we definitely need to re-examine some of these practices! #oklaed
    • deborahgist Feb 12 @ 9:55 PM EST
      Examine enrollment practices in district. Work on housing policy w city to diversify neighborhoods &schools. Create schls of choice. #oklaed
  • SPSheehan Feb 12 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A8) Very complicated issue. White flight, school report cards, local businesses... a few factors that influence resegregation #oklaed
  • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:58 PM EST
    #oklaed A9: Don't see the skin color; see only the environment needed to be motivated to learn and subsequently opportunities to help all.
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:58 PM EST
    @sulphurmiddle got to move beyond the same stuff. #oklaed
    In reply to @vperezy, @sulphurmiddle
  • grendelrick Feb 12 @ 9:58 PM EST
    Was out with friends. Just got home and trying to catch up on both the #oklaed chat & the Grammys.
    In reply to @KathySDunn
  • bakerleft Feb 12 @ 9:58 PM EST
    Question 10 #oklaed
  • PrincipalNyberg Feb 12 @ 9:58 PM EST
    Call the national guard. We're gonna need extra popcorn! #wyoedchat #iaedchat #oklaed
  • KimberBlodgett Feb 12 @ 9:58 PM EST
    One of the best classroom discussions I've had all year was over Rosa Parks. It was by far the most inspiring talk. #oklaed
  • StaceyRman Feb 12 @ 9:59 PM EST
    #oklaed A:8 Did anyone see the video from the basketball game in Norman? EVERYone at that game was a better person after that night.
  • Mrs_M_Granger Feb 12 @ 9:59 PM EST
    I'm trying to take it a step further. Example: video chatting with a Jewish friend of mine was an eye opener for white&hispanic Ss. #oklaed
    • drewprice11 Feb 12 @ 9:48 PM EST
      A7: even reading about other culture is no substitute for having real relationships with people from other cultures/religions.. #oklaed
  • mrsaj4 Feb 12 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A9: if we can't get more TOC we need more mentors and community partners with professionals with diversity, we need them! #oklaed
  • meghanloyd Feb 12 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A9: reach out and partner with communities. #oklaed
  • DA_Houston Feb 12 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A10: Cue played out narratives. #oklaed
  • AmyBBednarz Feb 12 @ 9:59 PM EST
    Most powerful way I learned about others that didn't look like me was through travel. Broke down a lot of barriers #oklaed
  • BlueCerealEduc Feb 12 @ 9:59 PM EST
    I was going to try to get Frederick Douglass to come speak - I hear he's really doing great things lately... or this DuBois fellow...#oklaed
  • vperezy Feb 12 @ 9:59 PM EST
    Not counting you out! Just want people 2b aware & not instantly pat #oklaed on the back for even having the discussion. #oklaed
    In reply to @DrTerriOU
  • jcbjr Feb 12 @ 9:59 PM EST
    Great topic and moderating @bakerleft !!! Good night Gracie!!! #oklaed
    In reply to @bakerleft