#TMchat Archive
Current and relevant education discussions are held every Tuesday in #TMchat. A weekly guest moderator, considered an expert on the the week's topic, joins @conniehamilton to guide the one hour chat and actively engage with participants. Founder and moderator @conniehamilton supplies her responses to the week's questions visually in Thinking Maps.
Tuesday January 26, 2016
Welcome to ! I am honored to be the guest moderator tonight.
You can also find me on every Monday at 9PM ET.
Arina Bokas, Clarkston, MI Producers of the Future of Learrning Show and Kids' Standard magazine Editor
I'm Connie Hamilton. Michele Corbat and I are your moderators tonight. Let the introductions begin. https://t.co/h5K47VcK3M
Hi to my friends and PLN in and Surrounded by great people tonight.
Hi Arina. Glad to see you in
I am Terry 2nd gr T in Fl
as we are glad to see you too. Always appreciate your input.
Mary from VA. I teach 2nd. We are off the rest of the week because of the blizzard.
Terrific! time! ::pulling up a chair and tossing on a warm blanket::: Meredith from IL
Tim Christensen, Superintendent Greene County Schools, Iowa
Hello, my friend. Thanks for joining
I'm a...
mom
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administrator
and excited to meet new PLNpals in !
All week? wow! That is both good and bad I am sure https://t.co/gtF0wnVHb5
Mary from VA. I teach 2nd. We are off the rest of the week because of the blizzard.
Guess the reminder worked, huh Tim?
. Happy to you, Connie! Sinc., Ken G. in Boston. Let's get CULTURAL!
Our format will include 7 questions. Use A1 to respond to Q1 & remember to include hashtag in all tweets. https://t.co/wvr6WVZhj0
Hi Ken. Thanks for joining
. My son is practicing piano and my daughter is writing a paper--I might as well be chatting about school culture.
Jessy... Multi-tasking, helping exchange student with U.S. government
We got over 2 and a half feet of snw. Lots of people have not even been plowed out yet
is about relationships tonight - have time to stop by?
James here from South Florida & happy to be here!
sounds like a plaon, Ken. Works out pretty well for
OH, I bet that's interesting.
Hi James. Glad to see you in
WOW! That is a crazy amount of snow! Where is that?
Loudoun County, VA It is the back of a local school.
"Have you noticed how teams that are more connected are also more resilient?
Relationships-->Resilience"
Q1 How do the relationships within a school define the school's culture?
. Nice plaon words, Connie. ;)
sue from Minneapolis ELL teacher
glad to see you in tonight
A1: Makes all the diff in the world. We have 3 principals in 12 years - very diff feel w/each
A1 Toxic relationships=Toxic culture
Trusting relationships=Healthy culture
A1 Human behavior determines culture.Relationships & culture are like a chicken and a egg - one feeds from the other.
A1 Trust & respect in relationships lead to a culture of collaboration. Jealousy & competition to an un-culture
A1: Relationships within school are what makes a culture. It could be positive or negative, but it is the force/energy that creates.
A1 Ts & admin demonstrate a capacity to either enrich or diminish one another's lives & thereby enrich or diminish their schools.
A1: Relationships are everything - walk a school & you will know right away the culture. It is apparent starting in the front office
I have been blessed w/wonderful teammates over the years.
A1 Positive, open, trusting relationships lead to a positive school culture.
Every school in every district in every state is different. Of course the variable of personnel dynamics is key
He should know... he goes into lots of schools.. https://t.co/jYgZKdJISg
A1: Relationships are everything - walk a school & you will know right away the culture. It is apparent starting in the front office
How do you establish that type of environment?
. Everyone wants to work where it's fun and rewarding positive school culture is just that.
It seems that my school has always been known for a warm and caring culture even when I was a P, not a T
A1: can't fake good relishps built on genuine care. Can tell when Ts and Sch Ldrs are about others and it builds from there
A1 The relationships within a school are its cultural DNA. School culture at the atomic level.
There is definitely a feeling about the culture at the front doors of the school. https://t.co/Bavifx0C3D
A1: Relationships are everything - walk a school & you will know right away the culture. It is apparent starting in the front office
I looked at the questions and checked some of my posts that addressed them a1 Civility and Respect
https://t.co/9iTuOgUSQn
A1: Strong, healthy relationships build strong, healthy schools
Part of why I wanted to teach at my kids' home school
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A1 The relationships within a school are its cultural DNA. School culture at the atomic level.
A1: Relationships are often a mirror: it reflects if there is trust, support, collaboration, and sharing. https://t.co/gpCkQ2Gopp
Q1 How do the relationships within a school define the school's culture?
And the students want to be there too! https://t.co/Jj9aqvshsL
. Everyone wants to work where it's fun and rewarding positive school culture is just that.
need to be careful... fun doesn't necessarily mean effective/productive.
Jack Griffith checking in from FL.
A1.The types of relationships within the school are what actually define the school culture & provide & identity to the organization
Agree w/ "getting 'em to play together" is a challenge
one word for positive culture=TRUST
What's "strong, healthy"? Can you tell more?
Listening, being open to suggestions, willing to change, admit mistakes,
Hello, Paola! Looking forward to learning with you tonight.
Peter from snow-covered Maryland.
Hi Jack. Thanks for coming back to
A1 Great relationships both catalyze and are a symptom of great school culture
A1 Positive relationships build a positive school/district culture.
So happy to see wonderful, thoughtful educators in tonight! How far can we go without fantastic relationships?
A1: Relationships are needed to build a sense of community within a school. With community comes trust, empathy and discovery.
Hi, Michele. Great to see you as guest moderator. !
Choose your staff that will be capable of teaching the dynamics of students in your particular school. Years experience & degrees??
Tell me more. What do you mean by a symptom?
Supportive and about the right things...looking to reward and affirm collective strengths vs. emphasizing weaknesses
If we want student to value learning from mistakes, we have to be open to recognizing our own mistakes. https://t.co/fXw6vjyWJf
Listening, being open to suggestions, willing to change, admit mistakes,
Thanks, Carol. :) Love connecting with other educators.
Q2 What is the difference between congenial & collegial relationships?
wonderful to see you this evening! I sent invites to your partners in crime but haven't heard from them yet ;-)
A1 Positive relationships makes that lunch room pleasant filled with laughter. If not there respectful discourse a must
Discovery... what do you mean by that?
What happens when you inherit a staff and don't get to choose?
Long Island got inundated with snow.
A1) relationships and culture drive each other
A2 I believe congenial relationships are necessary to lead to collegial relationships.
A2 Congenial is friendly; Collegial -mutual & interrelated; decisions are made together and responsibility is shared.
Carol ELA Consultant from snowy Long Island at
A2: Congenial is just being polite, showing respect. Collegiate is deeper, connected and team based.
Did you have school today, Carol?
and what were you saying about it?
And a little late but Kirk here from the Chicago Northshore. Teacher of 6 to 8th double accelerated students in a flipped classroom
A2: I think congenial relationships are merely "getting along" while collegial relationships involve learning from each other.
A2 Congenial relationships=Friendly, personal
Collegial=Elevate teaching practice
Hey... didn't see you slip in. Nice to have you back in
A2 In a congenial relationship we get along, in a collegial relationship we push each other to be the best we can be.
A2 I don't want to grab tacos with collegial but I'm all about tacos with congenial.
I'm not in a building-am consulting now. Some schools were closed yesterday.
Is one more impactful than another?
If we are merely 'getting along' we are doing a disservice to our students. https://t.co/aXBpXSGLq9
A2: I think congenial relationships are merely "getting along" while collegial relationships involve learning from each other.
A2 Congenial is what we do at a social gathering, collegial is knowing we have someone that we can work with to enhance learning
Tacos? Am I missing something?
Yes not much impact if it is just face value. Love to have that connection. https://t.co/ZZRogZWASa
Is one more impactful than another?
A2 Congenial relationships may be stronger, but we can grow more from finding common ground w those who aren't very similar to us
A2: Congenial is copying lesson materials for you. Collegial is sharing feedback on those materials.
A2: *Sometimes the right congenial relationship can help create the empathy necessary for the collegial relationship to grow
Thinking about the collegial conversations and how they differ from congenial talks. Seems one leaves your feeling a part of a team?
A: 2 combination of the two may be most effective
It's important to push each other. We expect the best of our Ss. We should expect the best of our co workers.
YES! THIS! https://t.co/NEoUxCVzel
A2: Congenial is copying lesson materials for you. Collegial is sharing feedback on those materials.
A2 congenial= minimal expectation for professionals. collegial= what we aspire our staff to be.
Probably tapatio. A lot of people miss that.
I also might have missed context for the Q
A2 Congenial relationships may be stronger, but we can grow more from finding common ground w those who aren't very similar to us
Cultures are built on relationships. More unified more responsive to the needs of students. A1
Great way to put this! https://t.co/DFZ3EjwpRM
A2: Congenial is copying lesson materials for you. Collegial is sharing feedback on those materials.
Invitational schools are open to all with a great feeling in every corner. A1
Great relevance. https://t.co/juvdw2WPUY
A2: Congenial is copying lesson materials for you. Collegial is sharing feedback on those materials.
a2 congenial relationship based on good feelings colegial relationship based on getting task done
A2 A Congenial environment can transform teachers into best friends. A Collegial one can make those friends into their best selves.
Yes, she was speaking in relationships/analogies.
Ha! I'm following you, Doug. Creating a new taco recipe together -- could that be collegial?
A2. Congenial relation. are the foundation 4collegial relationships - which is what aim 4: collaboration for collective improvement
No fair talking about tacos. I am still at school and haven't had dinner yet. . https://t.co/hqrmB0Fn9T
Ha! I'm following you, Doug. Creating a new taco recipe together -- could that be collegial?
are you having a taco discussion without me
Excellent! Very thoughtfully stated. https://t.co/JjDVT74pck
A2 A Congenial environment can transform teachers into best friends. A Collegial one can make those friends into their best selves.
Isn't it funny how we can have that collegial feeling with people we never met here on social media!?
collegial means honesty and supportive. Good school culture has that.
i agree. You don't have to be emotional close to someone to learn, grow and get task done https://t.co/OvO3qja6mk
A2 Congenial relationships may be stronger, but we can grow more from finding common ground w those who aren't very similar to us
Ummm, yes. Yes. That's what I meant. What you said, the recipe thing.
. Thanks, Meredith,. Some of my best friends are collegial teachers. ;)
That's EXACTLY what mentors have done for me...best self! https://t.co/1AzBxYFCWr
A2 A Congenial environment can transform teachers into best friends. A Collegial one can make those friends into their best selves.
Q3 What are the essential components for healthy relationships? Why?
... No
.. CONNIE STARTED IT
Collegial relationships are balanced ones full of supportive individuals/congenial relationships are friendly on the surface. A2
. Ladies and gentlemen, that tweet was inspired by your bio!
Ben Lausten, Curriculum Specialist - Hello ! Sorry I’m late to the party!
Agree, I'm chatting instead of eating
Awww, shucks! Thanks for reading my bio.
A3: Supportive, encouraging and trust. We need to feel someone has our back, and that we can lean on them without falling.
A3 No relationship is possible without trust, given and recieved through benevolence, honesty, openness, reliability, & competence.
A3 (part 1)Ingredients for healthy relationships: TRUST, open communication, & mindfulness (taking responsibility for words/actions)
Agree. We must support, listen, and grow together as colleagues. A2
A3. Honesty, openness, honesty, supportive, honesty and honesty.
. What can I say: I'm a reader.
A3 Honesty is always important. Honesty is important to build great relationships with your co workers and Ss
True for professional or personal relationships.
A3 (part 2) When those ingredients are present, ppl can focus on working together for students.
A3: Of course you have to have respect for people to have healthy relationships with them.
Honesty means that you are willing to have crucial conversations when necessary. https://t.co/CMINvugd3R
A3 Honesty is always important. Honesty is important to build great relationships with your co workers and Ss
Trust, respect, professionalism, humor, modesty.... Knowledge
A3 Willingness to share, to listen, provide honest feedback, to accept feedback
I agree with others on the honesty, but sometime honesty without support and encouragement is uncomfortable. https://t.co/VpEqYlrtuI
A3 Honesty is always important. Honesty is important to build great relationships with your co workers and Ss
A3: I think going beyond the WORK - being there & present like any healthy relationship!
A3: Trust, finding a safety in risk-taking, transparency of intentions, etc.
. But you can meet people on social. Or maybe we need to rethink the meaning of the word "meet."
. But you can meet people on social. Or maybe we need to rethink the meaning of the word "meet."
A3 The shell is trust, keeping everything together. But it's delicate so watch out. The meat is what you have in common.
With support of another we can all accomplish more. https://t.co/XGX9r4Ajeb
A3: Supportive, encouraging and trust. We need to feel someone has our back, and that we can lean on them without falling.
A3 Hey How have we maintained our healthy relationship?
A3: Communication, honesty, fun.
Looking at ability to listen, step aside & learn respect different POV. Mindful of biases And share the joy https://t.co/QzbW7gU7mV
Q3 What are the essential components for healthy relationships? Why?
Also find that those who challenge me, question ideas, critical friend are those I learn the most from.
Essential components of healthy relationships: trust, openness, collegiality, positivity, sharing spirit A3
there is a difference between honesty and being nice.
Two keys to a healthy relationship are honesty and good communication.
A3 Key component of a healthy relationship is a willingness to grow as a person as change is inevitable!
many hands make light work, right?
A3 The lettuce is the quality stuff that makes the relationship feel healthy. Sour cream makes the relationship supreme. (+$0.50)
True. I guess I actually meant we do not work together daily face to face. https://t.co/BnlK9x9WD1
. But you can meet people on social. Or maybe we need to rethink the meaning of the word "meet."
a3 i think it is important to have many relationships different qualities are better for different problems/situations
Critical friends! We need them! https://t.co/JwbkwqRHqe
Also find that those who challenge me, question ideas, critical friend are those I learn the most from.
Agree. Honesty is the best policy! A3
Love your thinking maps/graphics
Very true. It leaves for feeling less tired tat the end of the day.
Right. Great bonus of living in the Social Era: We have MUCH more choice in our colleagues.
You've said this over and over!
We are two "Wild and Crazy Guys" in my best Steve Martin voice
Love the statement - "Don't always agree with me, enlighten me."
A3. Trust, mutual respect, good communication, collaboration, independence, sense of humor, value one another, etc
I think this is the second time tonight I have read this quote. must be important.
A3: Trust. Feedback. Collaboration. Without all of these, you can't build a positive learning environment.
Visualizing 1970's polyester suits with giant collars and an arrow over one of your heads https://t.co/UGDCNi1ynW
We are two "Wild and Crazy Guys" in my best Steve Martin voice
Great line-up of chats and speakers, Connie.
you already said how it happens for a reason 🙃
Relationships with colleagues are crucial when you're swimming in 6 year-olds! (Sorry I'm late)
A3Trust, mutual respect, good communication, collaboration, shared responsibilities, sense of humor, value one another, independent
Q4 Transparency builds trusting relationships. What do you do to be transparent?
some days I am more in the mood to be enlightened than others
replace arrow with penguin earmuffs in previous pic
Thanks, Carol. I've been fortunate to collaborate with some pretty brilliant people.
Joining the bandwagon has draw backs unless we're ready to reflect that's where we want to be Questioning/reflecting
A4 Follow through on what you say you are going to do.
A4 Transparency is in honesty& openness. I share.I tell the truth. I got hurt many times, but hiding behind "the wall" is no living.
A4 As an admin, I share my weekly goals (& progress toward them) with my team. This is one way I am transparent.
ha! I wrote Steve Martin a letter when I was a kid.
A4 I try to be honest. I have a motive for something I spell it out at the beginning
A4: Admit weaknesses, look for help. Open for the most part.
this has universal application!
Retweet Q4. https://t.co/ThIq6G6W1G
Q4 Transparency builds trusting relationships. What do you do to be transparent?
When students/staff/parents trust each other everyone grows/learns together, discovering new ways to learn. https://t.co/1Ee8oKpro2
Discovery... what do you mean by that?
A4 being sneaky only screws you in the end
A4 I have no poker face. So you don't really have to guess what I'm thinking. I'm also not smart enough to keep it to myself.
I tend to bring the squirrel thoughts out of people
A4: Transparency does not come easy in the beginning of a relationship.
A4: My department does a nice job of using various Google platforms to share/collaborate on assignments, grading practices, etc.
A4: I send weekly emails to parents, have a class instagram, Edmodo, etc. to always let parents know what is going on in class.
Agreed - takes time to build trust. https://t.co/nyA9riLtFc
A4: Transparency does not come easy in the beginning of a relationship.
A4 I treat every colleague with the same respect regardless of my personal preference
A4: Live by a code of & then others know that you are. Never have to say you are!
A4 Explaining the why behind the assignment given. Let my Ss know it isnt busy work.
A4: share successes and failures, ask for help and look to my colleagues to find solutions, and lead with humility
A4.2 It's a judgment free zone where ideas are reflective of a desire to get better vs. affirmation of talent or content knowledge
A4.Always communicate what you're doing & why, invite Qs/suggestions, share rationales, profess. conversations, open door policy
A4a I test my opinions on social, and allow my thoughts to go where they will. Self-contradiction be damned!
Great advice no matter the walk in life. https://t.co/Ivocz8R5XN
A4: Live by a code of & then others know that you are. Never have to say you are!
My Mor-Mor used to say "kill 'em with kindness" when referring to some of my less favorite people.
A4 like I told students. I hate to lecture and you hate lecture. I am holding you all to drive the class.
Does transparency come from admitting mistakes? Owning actions? https://t.co/LaE59MlWzO
A4: share successes and failures, ask for help and look to my colleagues to find solutions, and lead with humility
A4b Do I contradict myself? Very well, then--of course, I do. We all do, all the time. If we're honest, we don't hide it.
hmmm...that's challenging!
A4b this is where the culture comes into play-do we have a culture that fosters transparency, trust & open respectful communication
It comes from both! https://t.co/mxKdKe1q6q
Does transparency come from admitting mistakes? Owning actions? https://t.co/LaE59MlWzO
A4: share successes and failures, ask for help and look to my colleagues to find solutions, and lead with humility
A) be the first to extend trust...lead up and trust down
mistakes should be owned like a badge. Learning moments all the time
. Actually, I take that one back. I was wrong. ;)
Blogging allows my authentic self to be revealed. A4
I'd agree with that...sometimes a change in perspective will shift your insight!
a4 Can transparency be a shield to say I made a mistake used for a pass or really an avenue for reflection & dialogue.
so are you saying its consistency over time( lol).
Authenticity reveals itself!
Q5 How do you build student to student relationships?
Ah! One of the most important elements in helping them achieve their goals. https://t.co/isukQ7IaTU
Q5 How do you build student to student relationships?
A5: Ss say That's cool after someone makes a mistake - even me. :)
A5: The way I teach other things. Modeling, supporting, encouraging, scaffolding. Observe and intervene.
A5 Give them opportunities to work together to solve problems, work in the community, help others
A5 Modeling openness & trust. I involve ss in collaborative work making the outcome their shared responsibility.
A5: Have to know your students - greet them, talk w/ them, eat lunch w/ them! Don't stand & deliver!
A5 everything is group work. We tell students not to fail each other and be honest with skills
A5: #1 HAVE FUN! and #2 You must genuinely care for them and their learning. They see through fakeness.
A%: Lots of turn and talk opportunities during class
A5 Find common ground. Get involved in their interests. It shows you care.
This is essential in building effective PD, as well - involve Ts in selecting, designing, and teaching! https://t.co/VPSaRXj8mB
A5 Modeling openness & trust. I involve ss in collaborative work making the outcome their shared responsibility.
: A4: I titled my lesson the other day "fixing what I messed up yesterday." My Ss laughed! 😄
a5 We are all in this taco together! Students work together constantly. It's all about modeling being cool and patient.
A5 I encourage listening - real listening and building on ideas of each other.
I think actions do b/c sometimes words conflict w/ non-verbal communication!
Ss to Ss relationships are harder to build than teacher/student
A5 Adults need to model appropriate relationships, Need to expose S's to authentic learning opportunities to practice relationships
A5: sci projects, soc. studies teams, debate teams, reading partners, writing editors, class meetings where we share.makes my team
A5 Ss in my school have bonded through community service work such as putting together water kits for the
A5 By modeling respectful, caring relationships
Transparency is imp. Failing is a steppingstone to success if you own your actions.
would students be the sprinkle cheese?
Environment is respectful 2differing opinions. Class values give Sts voice/choice to build relationships https://t.co/kqDFKWv0S9
Q5 How do you build student to student relationships?
A5 The number one rule in my class, no joke, is Be Cool. Spend a lot of explicit time talking about what that means.
Actions do speak loudly but in a larger world - words are the next best thing!
Ss have great BS meters and they can sense the real mc coy a mile away!
A5: I place a lot of value on exhibiting qualities of leadership.
A5 Specifically teaching os character traits using read alouds
I see it meaning treat everyone equally well
We have to choose our worlds wisely. https://t.co/f9TdPDxVI4
Actions do speak loudly but in a larger world - words are the next best thing!
A5.Creating a safe, trusting nurturing & welcoming enviro, providing opportun 4collaboration, modeling behaviors, shared vision, etc
It means problem solve, treat others how you want to be treated, stay calm in adversity, respect, safe, good choices
Wow. You really packed a lot into 140 characters. https://t.co/2sI6UYhyg3
A5.Creating a safe, trusting nurturing & welcoming enviro, providing opportun 4collaboration, modeling behaviors, shared vision, etc
Sort of like the Hammurabi's code of the weird teacher
A5: Sometimes simply collaborative opportunities, sometimes deliberate team-building like https://t.co/YyS1eq13VI
Q5 How do you build student to student relationships?
shared visions & helping others removes themselves from focus & helps them build relation. as they work 4common goal
a5 5th graders thinking of band/orchestra for next year. encourage them to do so for I think band orchestra great for future Rs
Exactly. Shared vision is crucial.
We start first day listing EVERY possible rule for a good year. Then boil and combine them down to Be Cool.
Is that in the Your super-awesome book available on Amazon Doug
Q6 How does one repair a broken relationship in a school community?
A5 Build S to S relationships through collaborative conversations and protocols.
Among other collaborative protocols.
Thx We work overtime as we chat to brainstorm ideas that will make the teaching/learning relevant
A6 Admitting the wrong, apologizing where it's needed, setting & communicating a new direction, and sticking to it.
A6: Depends, I go in with assumption everyone is doing their best for Ss.
A6 Repairing a relationship often begins by owning your part in why it went sour. Apologize, & let actions speak louder than words.
A6: Tough. Time helps. Finding a common focus to work on. Communication is huge.
kids can feel it in the air of the classroom ... they can feel the positive vibe ... sets them at ease.
A6: Seeking to empathize with the other perspective, listening and honoring their viewpoint; communication https://t.co/qe7XLjYxpJ
Q6 How does one repair a broken relationship in a school community?
great infograph. Thanks for sharing.
Seek first to understand before being understood. https://t.co/IFC5T6HlxS
A6: Seeking to empathize with the other perspective, listening and honoring their viewpoint; communication https://t.co/qe7XLjYxpJ
Q6 How does one repair a broken relationship in a school community?
A6 Seems like this can be used to start reparing any broken relationship. Then we have to do it right. https://t.co/xTEqnw3uep
A6: I start by apologizing. :) Sometimes I can be very wrong!
A^: Owning it, or forgiving it. Maybe both.
Doug Are there more of these nuggets in your 2nd book "The Teaching Text" available on
A6 Repairing a broken relationship requires a willingess to accept some responsibility for the problem, apologize, move forward
this is key in developing a collaborative culture. Always best for keeping students first
Amazing how far an "I'm Sorry" goes ... Kids are quicker to forgive than parents.
A6 Hard conversation, someone being the adult first, and finding middle ground. Eat crow, swallow pride for good of whole.
A6 most of the time should start with a hug. Let's hug it out, yo
A6: Transparency probably fits in this scenario as well.
Right. "somebody" will do it.
A6: When trust is broken in a community patience and consistency over & over & over will slowly rebuild. https://t.co/WS3RlWjbBp
“Proper apologies have 3 parts:
1 What I did was wrong.
2 I feel badly that I hurt you.
3 How do I make this better?” Randy Pausch
A6. With much patience, first step is to acknowledge/admit mistake, address promptly, give time for reflection, communicate
Before you get the community back. You need to realize it is going to take time.
I have a teacher who has a protocol for apologies.
open communication builds trusting relationship A6
A6 Be sure you have the right tools to repair those on-the-fritz relationships: trust, forgiveness, humility, energy.
A6 tell that funny joke you know
#4 Will you forgive me? Is there room for that?
Nathan, everything anyone wants to know about teaching is in THE Teaching Text (You're Welcome)
Many Eds have to repair the broken bridges created by other teachers.
. Sure glad you liked that one, Michele. Was afraid I was gonna have to like it myself! ;)
empathy is key, many times overlooked, as it is using "I" statements rather than "you"
Can we really control how others react to us? I can certainly agree with the general idea.
I don't like it. I love it, love it, love it. ohh ohh!
Q7 Whose relationship with you has made a significant impact in your life?
Thanks to everyone for the great insights!
No we can't. We can do our best to respect others, acknowledge them, and be in the moment when we are with them.
Early morning Great Convos! Thanks
A7 I have had a few excellent mentors. Common thread-->caring & pushing me to levels I did not believe I could reach.
Doug can I pre-purchase your 3rd book "tweets with Nathan"
A7: That would be a book! I am thankful for so many. Seems they all come at the right moment and place.
A7 my parents, great teammates, Terry . my PLN on twitter
A7 Relationship with my father has made a significant impact on my life. Taught public school for 36 years, impeccable character!
A7: ... Brought my PD out of my building and my practices out of isolation (REALLY!)
sure we all make mistakes but sorry doesn't always cut it..u still need 2 fix ur mistakes
no but we can control being proactive/how be deal w someone's reaction so that it's conducive 2resolution
A7 Every person we encounter makes an impact on our life. And often those who upset us the most, are the ones who teach us the best.
A7. My three sons & wonderful husband and 2 amazing Supt.
Awww...how sweet! I am so glad we were brought together though so many miles apart! https://t.co/tN9wkBPVNc
A7 my parents, great teammates, Terry . my PLN on twitter
So many relationships have impacted my growth as a connected edu. Celebrating the journey w my fellow moderators A7
A7 1st would be my and a close 2nd is my EdU Sherpa
A7 has had a huge impact on me. Thankful for her mentorship and guidance. Always grateful!
Your check is in the mail, Jessy. Thanks! https://t.co/etkFHZ2aSf
A7: ... Brought my PD out of my building and my practices out of isolation (REALLY!)
A7 A great mentor teacher relationship is always impactful
A7 Tweeple like (who's gonna be so confused by this tweet) and add all the values.
I find I apologize to Admin more often than students/parents.
. Does the Apology Plan work well? I could see it going either way...
Shout out to for inviting me to be a guest on tonight!
Thanks, friend!
My co-mods, co-authors, and friends, & have helped me grow as an educator.
Oh, there's something wrong with that.
Long Island-Nassau County Aziz.
impacted my understanding of the Twitterverse and at just the perfect moment helped me jump in with both feet!
You'd think that, but you'd be wrong because I'm only partially shallow, not entirely shallow.
I think we had a chance to Tweetup last year when was here, but I missed you. Soon...
A7: I've found mentors on the battlefield, in the firehouse, and in my home. Very lucky to have crossed paths with those people.
Great job tonight with the moderating Connie and Michele.
A7 to all my invisible friends that I talk through my projects to get them right
A7 to all my invisible friends that I talk through my projects to get them right
You're in the deep end now.... no water wings, my friend. https://t.co/8kBiU9Zvwr
impacted my understanding of the Twitterverse and at just the perfect moment helped me jump in with both feet!
Thank you and for an excellent chat tonight. Very important topic
I use format: It was wrong of me to... I'm sorry you felt... Next time I will... Do you accept my apology?
and he has a great Twitter setup person in Nathan
A7parents, husband, family, friends, so many talented teachers, administrators, all my Ss, every person that has touched my life
Over already? Sheesh! Didn't we just begin? Thank you and
This chat is meaningless if we don't take action tomorrow. Focus on the relationships in your life. Make changes where needed.
then retribution-how will you make it up to person?
I think I like that slightly more. https://t.co/VV0Z6HMq8d
I use format: It was wrong of me to... I'm sorry you felt... Next time I will... Do you accept my apology?
Thank you and for this rich collegial session :)!
Out of school for the rest of the week. lol. but had a group chat w/my team
Thank you, Connie! Stay safe on the snowy roads!
You mean, I should have asked first? my bad ... LOL
thought provoking questions. Tx for moderating.
"rethinking interventions" yes, yes, yes ... I agree it is time for us to exchange ideas about how to grow in this area
