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DinahMillerTX Jun 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

.@DonHuffines .@Rotary hard to believe audience bought ur idea to drain taxpayer $ from #txed to any & all "schools" #txlege #rowlett

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT

welcome to the #Txed chat chat! this article will help you Topic: How admins can serve as coaches. https://t.co/kpFTBpFv84

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Please introduce yourself, and tell everyone where you are from! #txed

HelenWilt Jun 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Hey all! Helen from Houston checking in. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Hey guys! Kelley from North Texas in the house! #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Howdy! I am Michael from Brenham. Missing out on #tepsa16 #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@HelenWilt Howdy Helen. Glad you could join us. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Come on over! #TXed is starting right now! #edchat #tlap #leadupchat https://t.co/vkPhf261tX

HelenWilt Jun 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg Next year Michael. I'll see you there! #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

https://t.co/yOeoAyjNXH article for tonight :) #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

https://t.co/zT6zuQf4oy article for tonight :) #txed

EducationPMC Jun 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Hey y’all. It’s Patricia from EPMC. We are based in Round Rock! #TXed

oJaison Jun 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Jaison joining in from city hall in Houston at a vigil. Hope everyone is doing well tonight. #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q1 coming up in a minute...#txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:36 PM EDT

welcome Patricia! @EducationPMC #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@oJaison hey Jason! #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT

@EducationPMC Welcome back Patrica. #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Q1: How do you go about building relationships on campus? What works best for you in building trust? #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews is being multi-talented tonight #TXed

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Hi! Mandy, IC in Hays. Just got in from presenting at @TEKS_RS conference in SA. #txed #TEKSCon https://t.co/6lM51YklxP

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A1 I am a teacher, but no matter the position, trust and respect! #txed lead by example

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A1-I find it easier to talk to folks away from my office. Get out in the hallways and in the classrooms. Ask how things are going. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@mandymtaylor Welcome back Mandy #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg yes.I respect leaders more if they are in the trenches with us! #txed

EducationPMC Jun 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1 #TXed Listen more than you talk. Strike up conversations out of the office, when folks are more comfortable.

HelenWilt Jun 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1 Just starting conversations with colleagues, be real. Ask them about their hobbies, family. Listen #txed

oJaison Jun 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1: happy hour, random fun team building activities, copy room convos, asking about students are all ways I build relationships. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A1-Biggest part of communication is listening. I can't help if I am not being an active listener. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg yes, I respect leaders that are in the trenches! #txed

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 9:42 PM EDT

@TXEDMod A1: Ask good questions, honor the hard work Ts do, I have a Keurig where Ts gather! #txed #coffeePD https://t.co/TgenlRvLWH

oJaison Jun 15 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A1: also attending different sports and club events. I may not lead the anime club but I'll stop in on occasion and hang out. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1-Don't be afraid to ask Qs about their family or how things are going at home. Let them know you care. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT

@mandymtaylor great idea! coffee and tea make everything better! #txed

oJaison Jun 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1: Grabbing food or a quick drink before a game after school is a major key to building relationships. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews @mandymtaylor Chocolate! Chocolate always works for me! #TXed

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews I set up a little coffee corner in our PLC room. #txed https://t.co/MmLPkO0BOe

oJaison Jun 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A1: I try to ask about new things being attempted and difficulties colleagues are having. Offer support when I can. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg yes, i hate it when i can tell people aren't listening or caring..:) #txed #petpeeve

AssignmentHelpN Jun 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A Guide to Competency-Based Education Model https://t.co/EzJ05wjifc #shelfietalk #WIEE #udlchat #txed #infographic https://t.co/a1JtNxI6Fo

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A1-We need to know that we are in this together. Think that help create a strong campus culture. Builds strong relationships #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Q2 coming up! #txed

vlnzl Jun 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT

In school finance decision, the poor people have lost again https://t.co/bXF2shLW34 #TxEd #Texas #TxLege #LatEdu #EdPolicy #SchoolFinance

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg I have taken pictures of kids and Ts and made a slide show to watch before staff mtg. Celebrates the work being done. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@oJaison interest takes you far! #txed

oJaison Jun 15 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Yep and when you know people identify with a specific group be proactive about offering support in times of difficulty. @PrincipalOgg #txed

HelenWilt Jun 15 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews Same here Kelley! Rude! #txed https://t.co/h3yRnYxMlG

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@mandymtaylor @PrincipalOgg love that idea :P #txed

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT

@TXEDMod @PrincipalOgg Since I'm out of the classroom, I've made the staff my class! I miss it. #educoach #txed #edtech

oJaison Jun 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Can't say the number of times I felt terrible having colleagues ignore the rampant killings of black people @PrincipalOgg #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Q2: How/where do you find time to get out to your teachers or meet with students? What does this time accomplish for you? #TXed

HelenWilt Jun 15 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Celebrate successes and have fun during fac. mtgs! #txed https://t.co/KlAgVGNHFv

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 9:47 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg I have taken pictures of kids and Ts and made a slide show to watch before staff mtg. Celebrates the work being done. #txed

oJaison Jun 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT

In my summer admin role I constantly walk through classrooms. Help out with some activities, troubleshoot, etc. @PrincipalOgg #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A2 As a teacher, I try to make a point to check in with Ss. Find time. It's hard when busy, but necessary :) #txed

oJaison Jun 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

I take lots of pics of kids. They were squeamish at first but I showed them the video from last year @mandymtaylor @PrincipalOgg #txed

EducationPMC Jun 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2 #TXed When I was in the classroom, I loved when Admins would pop in to see what I and my students were up to. Parents too.

MissG4thGrade Jun 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2: Ss sporting events, church programs, activities. Dinner with teachers experiencing different cultural foods. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2-I learned from the best, my dad, who told me that u manage your school by getting out of your office. Business is in the classroom #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2 I also like to get and receive notes :) #txed #oldschool

HelenWilt Jun 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT

@mandymtaylor @YouTube lol #txed

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A2: I schedule time in specific grades during my downtime to ensure I'm getting everywhere. I also help with lunch and car duty! #hugs #txed

HelenWilt Jun 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT

#txed

MissG4thGrade Jun 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Yes!!! In the halls, the classrooms, lunch room, learning with students and teachers! #txed https://t.co/3ma3zyCJ7t

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A2-I learned from the best, my dad, who told me that u manage your school by getting out of your office. Business is in the classroom #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A2-As an admin, u got to learn to make the effort to be out with the kids and teachers as much as you can. School culture conquers all #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:54 PM EDT

The ss love to have lunch with the teachers. maybe admin needs to schedule with teachers :) #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:54 PM EDT

A2-Best times are usually morning duty and lunch duty. You see everyone. #TXed

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 9:54 PM EDT

@EducationPMC @ToddWhitaker says he's in rooms all the time because great teachers love it! #teachersmatter #txed #showcaselearning

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:55 PM EDT

@mandymtaylor @EducationPMC @ToddWhitaker and it's less stressful if it's more often! #txed

oJaison Jun 15 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Fair but to ignore it certainly isn't endearing. I remember. At least offer some words of acknowledgement. #txed https://t.co/aHAoUL2bZg

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT

@oJaison @PrincipalOgg it's a tough topic. not everyone knows what to say.

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg Love this thought! #txed #leadupchat

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Q3: What do you feel your role is as far as data is concerned on your campus? How can you best serve in that role? #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A3-I might over do it here. I like to get the data and break it down for the Ts to dig into. Need to do more talking with them. #TXed

oJaison Jun 15 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A3: I'm interested in different ways to interpret the data and ways to make it accessible and understandable to students. #txed

HelenWilt Jun 15 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A2 Get in classes, ask to teach a lesson or read to Ss. Ts say What do they know? They haven't been in the classroom for x years! #txed

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 9:57 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg It sure does do a number on my hair, though... #cardutyhairdontcare #txed https://t.co/Hf9n6LxncV

oJaison Jun 15 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3: don't let data completely drive every decision. Sometimes you need to spend more time to get the real data. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:58 PM EDT

@mandymtaylor Well if you had no hair, then you would be ok! #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:58 PM EDT

@oJaison they could at least reply with this... #txed https://t.co/7gv5X2HDpQ

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 9:59 PM EDT

@TXEDMod A3: As an IC, I think protocols that lead Ts to analyze their own data are key. Then, how do we respond?! @rachellephill #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:00 PM EDT

@oJaison Very true. Talk to one principal where she sat down with Ts to just talk about each Ss in their class. No data, just the Ss. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:00 PM EDT

A3 I think data should be shared. look at different ways to improve, target, use everyone you can! #txed

MissG4thGrade Jun 15 @ 10:00 PM EDT

Q3: Analyze/Dissect it, reflect on what I need to do better as a teacher to hit certain TEKS-pull Ss 4 specific intervention purposes. #TXed

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 10:01 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg @oJaison That sends a powerful message to Ts that the kids are way more than a test score. We know so much about our Ss! #txed

EducationPMC Jun 15 @ 10:01 PM EDT

A3 #TXed Data needs to be easy to understand for all stakeholders in education. Vendors should provide data to schools.

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:02 PM EDT

@mandymtaylor yes...there is a time for data, and a time for no data :P #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:02 PM EDT

A3-Celebrate the good things you see in the data. Remember, it starts with relationship. No one likes pointing out all the negative #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:03 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg Ss need to know their strengths too. helps self-esteem. :P #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A3-The key is celebrating the good things that are happening and supporting the areas that need help. #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:04 PM EDT

Q4 coming up in a minute...#txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:05 PM EDT

Q4: What does your follow through look like as far as data is concerned? Do you have a process to follow up after the initial meeting? #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:06 PM EDT

A4. this year i did student objective sheets. they marked off as they mastered. #txed

kgustin Jun 15 @ 10:06 PM EDT

The reason we should always embrace useful discomfort... #txed #futureteachers #educhat https://t.co/W6XV3uyRvN

ERobbPrincipal Jun 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Growth occurs at the edge of your comfort zone. Jesse Lyn Stoner https://t.co/L15eMpz6od

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 10:07 PM EDT

@TXEDMod A4: I need to get better at this, in all areas of coaching. I get distracted by new needs and issues. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A4..reflect on it frequently also :) assign targeted differentiated learning! #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:07 PM EDT

A4-That is my weak areas that I need to improve on. So many TEKS to cover, it seems that we fly through things. Hard to meet. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews Something I would like to work on with the teachers. More reflection on what they did in the lessons. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:08 PM EDT

does anyone use a data "wall"? #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:08 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews Of course, I need to practice this too. #TXed

EducationPMC Jun 15 @ 10:08 PM EDT

A4 #TXed Revisit the data, check others understanding. Now that we know, now what? What needs to change or improve?

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:09 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg @KelleyJAndrews make a quick google form? keep it to reflect and build on. (survey) #txed

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 10:10 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews I've seen lots of examples and am interested. Confidential area is a challenge- my room is visited by a lot of people! #txed

HelenWilt Jun 15 @ 10:10 PM EDT

A4 I'm in the classroom, so I'll read & learn on this one #txed

SteeleThoughts Jun 15 @ 10:10 PM EDT

It's important to "personalize" the data. No one ever made a difference in the life of a spreadsheet. #TXed https://t.co/7gPgg1BHi9

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Q3: What do you feel your role is as far as data is concerned on your campus? How can you best serve in that role? #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:11 PM EDT

@mandymtaylor @KelleyJAndrews i have seen them on pinterest :) #txed

Route22Edu Jun 15 @ 10:11 PM EDT

I'm so late, but lurking in. *quietly #txed

HelenWilt Jun 15 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews Highly effective schools post data...Data wall sounds good! #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@HelenWilt i am too. i am going by me/students on some of these :P #txed

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews Check this out! #txed https://t.co/TDJuFHXEnd

knikole Jun 15 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@KelleyJAndrews We have data walls in each core content classroom and a campus data wall in our data room. #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:12 PM EDT

@Route22Edu No quiet lurking. Against house rules. :^P Jump right on in. #TXed

JMcKean_K12 Jun 15 @ 10:13 PM EDT

A2: IBMs Cognos can analyze data and send it out automatically via email to share data. Then share it students and families #TXed

SteeleThoughts Jun 15 @ 10:13 PM EDT

You have to like your students, and you have to like your teachers. Authenticity is an imperative. #TXed https://t.co/uSitGIEvbQ

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Q1: How do you go about building relationships on campus? What works best for you in building trust? #TXed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:14 PM EDT

Q5: What have been your best practices for allocating resources on campus to help with instruction? #TXed

SteeleThoughts Jun 15 @ 10:14 PM EDT

In lieu of an "efficient" email, go have a conversation. You don't build relationships via email. #TXed https://t.co/uCnY925m4Y

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Q2: How/where do you find time to get out to your teachers or meet with students? What does this time accomplish for you? #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:14 PM EDT

A4-Whatever we do with the data, we have to remember that no matter what, we must help our kids. #KidsDeserveIt #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:15 PM EDT

A5 use whoever you can to help. ask for help. ask for resources. make alliances! #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:15 PM EDT

@SteeleThoughts agreed :) #interpersonal #txed

Route22Edu Jun 15 @ 10:16 PM EDT

Q5: My principal created a "data room." In addition to data, the principal added T-related resources such as books, etc. #TXed

HelenWilt Jun 15 @ 10:16 PM EDT

A5 From my budget class, I'd say whatever the weakest area is, according to data, $$$ should go there as priority #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@HelenWilt and people too! :P #txed

Route22Edu Jun 15 @ 10:17 PM EDT

@SteeleThoughts Yes! Had a principal who visited a lot. It wasn't just "I got you." He was really interested in us! Made a difference. #TXed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:17 PM EDT

A5 yes,make sure you have tools to fix things!#txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A5-Always helps to have an outstanding instructional coach on your side @altonreading #TXed

SteeleThoughts Jun 15 @ 10:18 PM EDT

A5: Periodically providing subs for PLCs to analyze their data leads to more strategic instruction. There is no substitute for time! #TXed

HelenWilt Jun 15 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A5 Training Ts on what they need & want is never $$$ wasted. #txed

jake_kessinger Jun 15 @ 10:19 PM EDT

A5: Starts with maintaining your finger on the pulse of what's needed in classrooms. Listen to Ts - the ones in the trenches will know #TXed

Route22Edu Jun 15 @ 10:20 PM EDT

@HelenWilt #Truth #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:21 PM EDT

Q6 Coming up in a Texas minute! #txed

Route22Edu Jun 15 @ 10:21 PM EDT

@SteeleThoughts He was the best! He's a supt. now. Still tries to get us Ts together when he's in town. #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Q6: What do you feel your role is as far as data is concerned on your campus? How can you best serve in that role? #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:23 PM EDT

@TXEDMod Oops. We just did that one. #TXed #LOL

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:25 PM EDT

We will try this one: Q6-How can admin support their teachers with professional development? #TXed

jake_kessinger Jun 15 @ 10:25 PM EDT

A5: My role is to show how data can and should drive decisions. Just pulling data for the sake of it is "educational window dressing" #TXed

SteeleThoughts Jun 15 @ 10:25 PM EDT

Use data to develop, reinforce, and modify school goals. #TXed https://t.co/lSWhScdTaF

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:23 PM EDT

Q6: What do you feel your role is as far as data is concerned on your campus? How can you best serve in that role? #TXed

Route22Edu Jun 15 @ 10:26 PM EDT

A6: Data collector (assessments), Data Analyzer (what does this mean for Ss), Data presenter...Does it end? #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:26 PM EDT

Q6-How can admin support their teachers with professional development? #txed thanks @PrincipalOgg

mandymtaylor Jun 15 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@PrincipalOgg Read this! #personalizedPD #honorteachers #TXed https://t.co/SwmLVR4yCm

SteeleThoughts Jun 15 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A6: We want to get better on purpose ... not accidentally. Data allows us to be strategic. #TXed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A6-Go to PD with them. Let them see you are not above learning as well. #TXed

HelenWilt Jun 15 @ 10:27 PM EDT

A6 If they want to go somewhere, find the $$$. Also, this is excellent PD, and it's free! #txed

PrincipalOgg - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:27 PM EDT

@mandymtaylor Got it! Great book! #TXed

Route22Edu Jun 15 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A6: Give Ts some flexibility in PD. Give Ts choice we want to give Ss. Allow Ts to present on PD Days. We learn best from each other. #txed

KelleyJAndrews - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:28 PM EDT

A6 see what Teachers want and need, differentiate, flip pd when possible! #txed

TXEDMod - Moderator Jun 15 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Thank you for joining us tonight for #TXed. Don't forget to give your new friends a follow.

SteeleThoughts Jun 15 @ 10:29 PM EDT

Data: Care about it. Know it. Understand it. Use it. (It has to be in that order.) #TXed