#122edchat is a weekly conversation designed to help inspire educators across the globe to reach their greatest potential in service of others. Megan Hacholski (@megan_hacholski) and Michael Abramczyk (@_on11), along with guest moderators, lead each week with a different focus tied to their strengths and areas of expertise.
Hello welcome to this “Airplane the Movie” themed version of #122edchat. Introduce yourself and tell us the the last time you traveled by plane and where you went? #122edchat
Vanessa Heller: #inquiry#pbl and #GiftedEd trainer & 6th grade Humanities teacher from Southern California. The family just went to DisneyWorld over break and I fly to New Mexico for #HSantaFE18 Inquiry Institute tomorrow! #122edchat
Hello welcome to this “Airplane the Movie” themed version of #122edchat. Introduce yourself and tell us the the last time you traveled by plane and where you went? #122edchat
Hi #122edchat! Megan, 8th Science, D122 in Oak Lawn, IL. Happy to be back with all of you. Thanks to our guest mods, @Flood1Tracy and @MrWawczak! Last time I flew was pre-baby to San Antonio....Vegas this summer!
Roman from Ontario, Canada. HS Teacher/Student Success Leader/Agent of Transformation. Doing my best to be with #122edchat tonight. I know my buddy @MrWawczak will rock as co-moderator! Let's do this!
Phil from Northern, VA here! I teach 7th Grade US History II. Last time I was on a plane I just graduated high school and was going on a plane to Orlando, Florida to compete in FBLA nationals for Public Speaking! #122edchat@ERobbPrincipal@ToddRisser@KGT_Educator@misskoplin
Hello! Danielle Miller, 6th Grade Math, Oak Lawn, IL.. Last time I traveled by plane was to Playa Del Carmen & Cozumel, MX .. Best vacation! #122edchat
Intro: Michael A., #STEM Facilitator for @smartlab_tweets from @simmonsknights1. Last air travel was several years ago to Calgary, Alberta to visit my best man from my wedding. Miss that guy. Need to get back to the "North of the South". #122edchat
Hello welcome to this “Airplane the Movie” themed version of #122edchat. Introduce yourself and tell us the the last time you traveled by plane and where you went? #122edchat
Sam Wallace, 2nd year high school Social Studies teacher from WI! I was last on a plane a few years back when I flew to Denver to ski in the Rockies! #122edchat
Hello welcome to this “Airplane the Movie” themed version of #122edchat. Introduce yourself and tell us the the last time you traveled by plane and where you went? #122edchat
HI! Jamie, Sped teacher from SoCal. I'll be in and out driving to the gym! So I scheduled some to be safe ;) I traveled last summer on a plane to Hawaii for the 1st time! #122edchat
Q1: When the pilots fall ill, Ted Stryker needs to land the plane and save everyone on board. What’s your biggest educational or personal challenge that you hope to conquer in 2018? #122edchat
Hello! Alyssa, high school social studies teacher from Pennsylvania! I haven't traveled by plane since I was in high school myself! I went to Disney World on senior trip. Excited to be here! #122edchat
A1: #122edchat I want to focus on Student Voice and looking for opportunities to get input from students about their learning. Find out-What do they think about their school, their education and other issues.
A1: Working on time management. I always have a lot of ideas but finding the time to implement them can be difficult. Small steps is key. Also, stop comparing myself to others and understand I'm still learning and growing and doing great things. #122edchat
A1. I want to help my daughter overcome some of her challenges with SPD. It’s so difficult.
My Personal and professional growth goals are definitely patience. #122edchat
Q1: When the pilots fall ill, Ted Stryker needs to land the plane and save everyone on board. What’s your biggest educational or personal challenge that you hope to conquer in 2018? #122edchat
A1: I plan to be the best student teacher that I can be and obtain a teaching position. My CT who took over said that I was doing a great job. I am working hard to make my dream a reality, and although it can be hard, teaching is what I am meant to do. #122edchat
A1: Professionally, my challenge to overcome is helping our division see the difference between using technology and integrating technology.
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A1: Writing. I can do it. I just HATE to do it. It's tedious. It's painful. It requires all of my concentration and then some. This can be difficult to access while living in a loud house. I might move into my local @dunkindonuts. #122edchat
Q1: When the pilots fall ill, Ted Stryker needs to land the plane and save everyone on board. What’s your biggest educational or personal challenge that you hope to conquer in 2018? #122edchat
A1: I am hoping to conquer my fear of letting go! I love piloting the plane of history, but I need my copilots (students) to have opportunities to spread their wings and prepare for takeoff into what ever exciting next stage of life they are in for! #122edchat@_on11
Q1: When the pilots fall ill, Ted Stryker needs to land the plane and save everyone on board. What’s your biggest educational or personal challenge that you hope to conquer in 2018? #122edchat
Hello! Amaris from NY. Last time on a plane was two years ago. Flight to Georgia for the ASCD conference. With two small kids, driving is how we travel nowadays #122edchat
A1 My #oneword this year is EXPAND, so I am trying 2 new things this year, starting a #TEDEdClub at my school and my own personal blog. I think these will help me to be better as a teacher #122edchat
A1 I am a huge perfectionist. I always want everything I do to be just perfect which usually slows me down. This year, I vow to take more risks, accomplish more, worry less about the details and make magic happen. #122edchat
Q1: When the pilots fall ill, Ted Stryker needs to land the plane and save everyone on board. What’s your biggest educational or personal challenge that you hope to conquer in 2018? #122edchat
A1 My “assertiveness”....I tend to scare people...I am ‘a lot’ for some folks to take… Though I mean well and my intensity comes from my endless energy and desire to be more and do more. I make people tired, lol. #122edchat
A1: I hope to conquer a better mix of hands-on, tech and paper pencil in order to have a more rounded approach in the classroom, and really utilizing the best tool for the job #122edchat
You've really helped me with that Pat! I feel like I am constantly becoming more comfortable with the way technology functions in my classroom! #122edchat
A1) Personal Challenge -Balance Home/Work. So hard and some days are tough. Professional - Support the ed community in as many ways as possible (parent workshops, provide innovative programs, support school). Basically, be a resource to all stakeholders. #122edchat
Q1: When the pilots fall ill, Ted Stryker needs to land the plane and save everyone on board. What’s your biggest educational or personal challenge that you hope to conquer in 2018? #122edchat
A1: I’d like to keep the teaching and learning exciting. Usually I fizzle, but I want to keep it sizzling. So, I’m trying new things that’ll keep me on my toes and keep the kids interacting. #122edchat
Q1: When the pilots fall ill, Ted Stryker needs to land the plane and save everyone on board. What’s your biggest educational or personal challenge that you hope to conquer in 2018? #122edchat
A1: I need to bring engagement back into the classrooms in York using tech integration. Time to inspire and drop the easy but boring lessons. #spitouttheglum#122edchat
Yes. A mentor of mine always said, “Don’t compare your insides to other people’s outsides.” You know your insides & you can only see what people show or want others to see. #122edchat
A1: integrating myself MORE into classroom lessons/research! Teachers tend to forget about their librarians, but we are here to assist and guide research!! #122edchat#punkrocklibrarian
Q1: When the pilots fall ill, Ted Stryker needs to land the plane and save everyone on board. What’s your biggest educational or personal challenge that you hope to conquer in 2018? #122edchat
A1: Time management! Making sure I get all my projects work in, with things they need from Curr, Genius hour projects and PBL and giving a air shake to all #122edchat
A1 One of my goals is to wipe out the words "struggling" and "reluctant" as a descriptors. "Struggling" reader; "reluctant" reader. How about developing reader? How about developing learner? I'm just not there - yet #122edchat
A1: Id love to have all of my students leave grade 1 as ‘readers’ :) that would be exciting! But a huge challenge with the huge range of abilities and needs. Lots of hard work... but so far so good! Personally- I’d like to have less screen time and more family time. #122edchat
A1 - Professionally, engaging with parents & the community more & more this year & personally, focusing on physical fitness while spending time with my family #consistency#OneWord#122edchat
Natural thing for humans to compare themselves to others. We just have to remember that different circumstances make us different, unique, wonderful people. You are amazing, Megan! Always love hearing your thoughts on ed! #122edchat
Q2: Dr. Numak gives Ted words of encouragement to help him overcome his fears and land the plane. What words of encouragement would you give to your fellow “passengers” to face these challenges is 2018? #122edchat
What if you were to incorporate a digital gamify structure. So when snow hits, they can still participate. Maybe even the digital @breakoutEDU games. #122edchat
A1 One of my challenges is finding time to read for professional growth. I have so many books I want to read and I feel like it’s hard to find the time some nights #122edchat
A2: #122edchat You have the power to change the life of a child each day. How will you use that power? Also-take time for fun, laughter and relationship building each day.
A2. Be positive and build each other up. If you are stuck in a rut, get out of it. (Says the girl who needs to take her own advice today. haa) #122edchat
yeah, it is actually through TedEd, so they give you the curriculum for students to create a talk. I am nervous about the video production, but excited #122edchat
A2 Do not worry, do not stress. Lean on your PLN. Hold your head up high, be proud of who you are. Believe in yourself. Be kind, show love, celebrate. Be there for others. - It is so important to be there to support and encourage others. #122edchat
Q2: Dr. Numak gives Ted words of encouragement to help him overcome his fears and land the plane. What words of encouragement would you give to your fellow “passengers” to face these challenges is 2018? #122edchat
Q2: Dr. Numak gives Ted words of encouragement to help him overcome his fears and land the plane. What words of encouragement would you give to your fellow “passengers” to face these challenges is 2018? #122edchat
A2 Every great thing that has happened in this world happened because someone was willing to step outside of their comfort zone & take a risk! Get after it! #122edchat
A2: Remember that you are doing great things every day! Also, don't be afraid to reach out to colleagues. A simple chat can really change your day around! #122edchat
A2: Two simple words. "Have fun". Seriously, if we are not having fun with what we are doing, then what is the point of even getting out of bed? If you're going to be a grouch, stay home. The impact and influence of our attitude reaches far and wide. #122edchat
Q2: Dr. Numak gives Ted words of encouragement to help him overcome his fears and land the plane. What words of encouragement would you give to your fellow “passengers” to face these challenges is 2018? #122edchat
A2: Be kind to yourself. You are amazing. You are good enough. You are worth it. You need to keep fighting the good fight because #kidsdeserveit. #122edchat
A1: As the STEAM Coach in my district, a big initiative in 2018 is the pilot and adoption of new NGSS materials - next school year. I’ve been getting ready for that. #122edchat
Q1: When the pilots fall ill, Ted Stryker needs to land the plane and save everyone on board. What’s your biggest educational or personal challenge that you hope to conquer in 2018? #122edchat
A2: don’t beat yourself up if it is t progressing the way you want. I think it is important to step back and see what you have accomplished so far. We easily can get lost in the path to our goal. Then when we don’t see it freak out!! Lol. #122edchat
Q2: Dr. Numak gives Ted words of encouragement to help him overcome his fears and land the plane. What words of encouragement would you give to your fellow “passengers” to face these challenges is 2018? #122edchat
NO WAY! I wsa literally thinking about you at like 6 o'clock. I was was watching old videos from my days of going to shows. Glad you are here, Kelly! #122edchat
My biggest educational challenge IS my biggest personal challenge, and its procrastination! In all aspects of my life, I will overcome procrastination in 2018! #122edchat
A2: Remind them that innovation and inspiration does not happen by doing the same thing. Time to take a risk and be okay if doesn't go as planned the first time. #122edchat
A2: Be Brave. You can do it. I figure what I say to myself should help others haha #122edchat Oh and Brent from Magrath. It is cold out and I am caught up on work so new chat it is.
Q2: Dr. Numak gives Ted words of encouragement to help him overcome his fears and land the plane. What words of encouragement would you give to your fellow “passengers” to face these challenges is 2018? #122edchat
A2: You have two choices. You can dare to be great or settle for mediocrity. Daring to be great means that you have the potential to shape the course of future human events. That will take time and perseverance but the world after us will be thankful you did! #122edchat
A2: 1st don’t recreate the wheel! We are a team, we can utilize what we have to make something BETTER! 2nd you are not alone...again, we are a team!! #122edchat#punkrocklibrarian
Q2: Dr. Numak gives Ted words of encouragement to help him overcome his fears and land the plane. What words of encouragement would you give to your fellow “passengers” to face these challenges is 2018? #122edchat
A1: My biggest educational challenge IS my biggest personal challenge, and its procrastination! In all aspects of my life, I will overcome procrastination in 2018! #122edchat
Q2: Dr. Numak gives Ted words of encouragement to help him overcome his fears and land the plane. What words of encouragement would you give to your fellow “passengers” to face these challenges is 2018? #122edchat
A2 Take chances and risks, but always stay true to who you are. You should be striving to be the best YOU that you can be, not anybody else. #122edchat
A2: A colleague shared a quote with me about how to manage your to do lists. “The list of to-dos never ends. It’s all about how you Perceive it, Prioritize it, Pursue it.” Blog post for it. https://t.co/fUZQf3aaRV#122edchat
Q2: Dr. Numak gives Ted words of encouragement to help him overcome his fears and land the plane. What words of encouragement would you give to your fellow “passengers” to face these challenges is 2018? #122edchat
Q3: Ted pulls it together and successfully lands the plane thanks to “Otto the Auto Pilot” and his co-pilot, Elaine. Who is your co-pilot you rely on when things get tough? #122edchat
A1: transitioning away from formal quizzes and tests. So many other (& better) ways to evaluate their learning. Bonus: Ss can do when they're ready, not a predetermined date
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My wife would tell you that I am the same way. Even my colleagues would chime in. Perhaps the kids in our Drama department, too :/ I will follow in your footsteps, Roman. #122edchat
A2: Never be afraid to try something new! Failure is a part of the process. If you haven’t failed, you haven’t tried. And nothing ever came from people not trying. #122edchat
A3: @BatkiewiczK has been my go-to since I started here. I've probably asked her 34432958 questions since I've started. She's my teacher neighbor and so easy to talk to :) #122edchat
A3: I have said it before, in house @megan_hacholski and Aunt @jpatter222 have a way of helping me to land the plane. Also grateful for the scores of individuals from my #PLN that knowingly/unknowingly come to my rescue daily. Many are here chatting tonite. Love u all! #122edchat
Q3: Ted pulls it together and successfully lands the plane thanks to “Otto the Auto Pilot” and his co-pilot, Elaine. Who is your co-pilot you rely on when things get tough? #122edchat
A3: My main man @ToddRisser! This guy inspires me, challenges me, encourages me! There are many tough days that he has helped put in perspective for me and continually makes me a better educator. #122edchat
A2: I'm a social studies teacher, so let me quote FDR: "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." Don't be afraid. Take risks. Be proud. Accept defeat, and better yet, learn from it! #122edchat
A3: I'm lucky to have a solid team working with me in York. @RupBoysDad has been a huge help lately to bounce ideas off of and to talk me off the ledge at times as well. #122edchat
A3. My closest friends and family have helped me weather sone storms. I'm so thankful for them. Unknowingly, my Twitter #PLN provides so much uplifting encouragement all the time! All great co-pilots! #122edchat
Q3: Ted pulls it together and successfully lands the plane thanks to “Otto the Auto Pilot” and his co-pilot, Elaine. Who is your co-pilot you rely on when things get tough? #122edchat
#122edchat My co pilots are my EdTech teachers in district. The are my heart and soul #mytribe. Although my true tribe is my family who support everything I do
A3: First my wife, then my students and coworkers and then my PLN. I love getting the student suggestions on how to best tackle a problem. Gives a different side. #122edchat
Q3: Ted pulls it together and successfully lands the plane thanks to “Otto the Auto Pilot” and his co-pilot, Elaine. Who is your co-pilot you rely on when things get tough? #122edchat
A2: "Remember why you started"
Our ultimate goal as Ts is to best support our Ss. We have to help them achieve success, no matter how much time/effort it takes for us to differentiate, etc.
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And if any of you are looking for an #EdTech guru, look no further. This man is constantly finding new ways integrate tech into the class to help students of tomorrow grow! #122edchat
Q3: Ted pulls it together and successfully lands the plane thanks to “Otto the Auto Pilot” and his co-pilot, Elaine. Who is your co-pilot you rely on when things get tough? #122edchat
A3 That's easy...@RewardingEdu is my professional, writing co-partner; many co-pilots at my school. Several co-pilots at home. I'm pretty darn lucky! #122edchat
Hi Jamie! I meant to DM you and @CoriOrlando1 this morning! You guys were on my mind with all the mudslides out in CA. I heard about it on @NPR on the way in. #122edchat
A3: So many! There's always @NowakRo to start the day off on a positive note. There's always @MrCoachEli to throw ideas off of. And @whited_susan has some incredible ideas regarding instruction. Just too many to name #122edchat
Q3: Ted pulls it together and successfully lands the plane thanks to “Otto the Auto Pilot” and his co-pilot, Elaine. Who is your co-pilot you rely on when things get tough? #122edchat
A3: This is a hard one. I would have to pick @megan_hacholski. She always supports me and is willing to give me advice. So grateful for her! #122edchat
@MandyatSchool and @mrsjacksonelar 10000% are my pillars and sounding boards. I don’t know what I would do without them!
Helps to also work with my mom @mrsjordanrms who is ALWAYS there to lend a hand, shoulder, kidney, you name it #122edchat
A3) Teamwork and positive inspiration. Rely on my PLN like #122edchat group :) Plus my #sbpdchat, #edcamp group. In the end, we cannot do this alone. Support, help, guide others=kids benefit. https://t.co/2spcN9tVGb
Q3: Ted pulls it together and successfully lands the plane thanks to “Otto the Auto Pilot” and his co-pilot, Elaine. Who is your co-pilot you rely on when things get tough? #122edchat
A2: you have ~180 days in a school year. What are you going to do each day to impact the hundreds of kids you will interact with? @MrPStrunk@misskoplin#122edchat
A3: When things get tough I lean on my coworkers, who have become great friends. I can always count on them for reassurance or a laugh when I need it. I also look to my family to help put things into perspective. #122edchat
A3: My #PLN and TRIBE on Twitter and Facebook are my ROCKS! I can always turn to all of them to help me co-pilot this education life! @KarenCarney3 was my professor, mentor, presentation partner, and now BEST FRIEND! She is definitely my co-pilot! ❤️ #122edchat
A3: when things get tough I end up going to my family! In the end they are what matters the most. They help me reset my mind and get back on track. #122edchat
Q3: Ted pulls it together and successfully lands the plane thanks to “Otto the Auto Pilot” and his co-pilot, Elaine. Who is your co-pilot you rely on when things get tough? #122edchat
Q3: Ted pulls it together and successfully lands the plane thanks to “Otto the Auto Pilot” and his co-pilot, Elaine. Who is your co-pilot you rely on when things get tough? #122edchat
Well, it’s all about marketing...my co-librarian and I️ are doing everything we can to market our skills and what we have to offer...little by little we are getting more interest and built trust amongst our peers! #122edchat#punkrocklibrarian
Q4: In pursuit of reaching our goals, we sometimes encounter "turbulence” (Like this poor passenger trying to touch up her makeup) What are some strategies that you use to overcome "turbulence" in your classroom or professional life? #122edchat
A2. I try and let my actions speak for me. I am there w/ them and for them. If peers are struggling we roll up our sleeces and work through it together. #122edchat
A1: #122edchat
I’m a control freak workaholic. I want to relinquish control and let the students do most of the work so I can make more time for family.
Q1: When the pilots fall ill, Ted Stryker needs to land the plane and save everyone on board. What’s your biggest educational or personal challenge that you hope to conquer in 2018? #122edchat
Q4: In pursuit of reaching our goals, we sometimes encounter "turbulence” (Like this poor passenger trying to touch up her makeup) What are some strategies that you use to overcome "turbulence" in your classroom or professional life? #122edchat
A4 Take it one bump at a time. Life will always have turbulence, it is how you cope and deal. The bumps would not be possible without my tribe/PLN. They show incredible support. Often know when to encourage even if I say nothing. #family#122edchat
Q4: In pursuit of reaching our goals, we sometimes encounter "turbulence” (Like this poor passenger trying to touch up her makeup) What are some strategies that you use to overcome "turbulence" in your classroom or professional life? #122edchat
A3: My longtime co-pilot is @SheilaLettiere for her vision, sense-making and overall awesome. My new co-pilot this year is @MrWawczak who makes me think outside the box and reach #122edchat
A4: Take a breath (or ten), reflect, blog, repeat haha. I find on the toughest days confronting the issues in a reflective way is so much more helpful than slamming the head against a wall and hurts a lot less. #122edchat
Q4: In pursuit of reaching our goals, we sometimes encounter "turbulence” (Like this poor passenger trying to touch up her makeup) What are some strategies that you use to overcome "turbulence" in your classroom or professional life? #122edchat
Q4: In pursuit of reaching our goals, we sometimes encounter "turbulence” (Like this poor passenger trying to touch up her makeup) What are some strategies that you use to overcome "turbulence" in your classroom or professional life? #122edchat
A3) We cannot live on an island anymore. We need help from others and we need to help others. Teaching and teaching well cannot be done in isolation. As @gcouros stated, "Isolation is the enemy of innovation." #122edchathttps://t.co/2spcN9tVGb
Q3: Ted pulls it together and successfully lands the plane thanks to “Otto the Auto Pilot” and his co-pilot, Elaine. Who is your co-pilot you rely on when things get tough? #122edchat
Q3: Ted pulls it together and successfully lands the plane thanks to “Otto the Auto Pilot” and his co-pilot, Elaine. Who is your co-pilot you rely on when things get tough? #122edchat
A4: When I hit "turbulence" I always reach out to friends, family, and colleagues to help me have a better day. They always remind me that we are all in this together. Reading past positive notes from students/parents/ colleagues also helps during a rough patch. #122edchat
A4: To quote, @dsimpsonsimmons, "Play the game, Mike. Just play the game." Best advice I could have received. As with real life turbulence while flying, we must remember that it is only temporary. When we get sacked by circumstances, we cannot remain on the ground. #122edchat
Q4: In pursuit of reaching our goals, we sometimes encounter "turbulence” (Like this poor passenger trying to touch up her makeup) What are some strategies that you use to overcome "turbulence" in your classroom or professional life? #122edchat
A4: sometimes I have to take a step back and let it go for a little bit so I can gain some focus and clarity on the situation. Also that usually involves saying no to things 😬 #122edchat
A4: Yesterday, I broke down due to feeling overwhelmed. My students are testing limits due to my CT being gone, but each and every day is a fresh start. I reach out to my amazing PLN who always supports me especially @StantonAlana, @megan_hacholski, and @_on11. #122edchat
A4: Trying to make sure there is balance between home and school - and keeping a close circle of positive hard-working Ts who want great things for their Ss #122edchat
Q2: Dr. Numak gives Ted words of encouragement to help him overcome his fears and land the plane. What words of encouragement would you give to your fellow “passengers” to face these challenges is 2018? #122edchat
Q4: In pursuit of reaching our goals, we sometimes encounter "turbulence” (Like this poor passenger trying to touch up her makeup) What are some strategies that you use to overcome "turbulence" in your classroom or professional life? #122edchat
A4: Overcoming "turbulence" is best done with collaboration with great Ts and Ss. #PLNs one of the best possible things when it comes to struggles and breaking through to new ideas!
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A3: At work, I have quite a few co-pilots, too many to list! My department cohorts, my fellow educators in other departments, etc.! But of course, I can't forget to acknowledge my mom. She is always there to be the listening ears I need when things get tough. #122edchat
A4: Changing administration, focus and visions make the journey bumpy at times. I am eager to see where we "touchdown" next though and who are main pilot will be next year. #122edchat
A3. Besides my family and some close peers, I have to give credit to EXERCISE! Exercise gives me a chance to meditate, focus and relieve stress. #122edchat
A4- I try to keep anyone from slapping me! I find when that turbulence hits, talking it out works! There’s always someone who has overcome the same challenge. #122edchat
A4: REFLECTING! Owning up to what doesn’t work, and collaborating with those who make it work, and changing things up to make whatever I’m trying to accomplish work and be amazing! #teamwork#122edchat#punkrocklibrarian
Q4: In pursuit of reaching our goals, we sometimes encounter "turbulence” (Like this poor passenger trying to touch up her makeup) What are some strategies that you use to overcome "turbulence" in your classroom or professional life? #122edchat
A3: At work, I have quite a few co-pilots, too many to list! My department cohort, my fellow educators in other departments, etc.! But of course, I can't forget to acknowledge my mom. She is always there to be the listening ears I need when things get tough. #122edchat
A4 I take a step back from "work" and focus my efforts on working out, staying healthy & spending time with family & friends. All of that helps me get through tough times & turbulence! #122edchat
A4) Everything from take a deep breath to understand they "why" begind the turbulence. Do not take it personally and consider it a plot twist (positive mindset) #122edchathttps://t.co/et71LAfuxc
Q4: In pursuit of reaching our goals, we sometimes encounter "turbulence” (Like this poor passenger trying to touch up her makeup) What are some strategies that you use to overcome "turbulence" in your classroom or professional life? #122edchat
A4. Need to stay focused on macro and micro goals. Don't get caught up in little this. What is end goal of teaching? Each action I do in classroom? Stay focused and remain vigilent. #122edchat
Q4: In pursuit of reaching our goals, we sometimes encounter "turbulence” (Like this poor passenger trying to touch up her makeup) What are some strategies that you use to overcome "turbulence" in your classroom or professional life? #122edchat
Yes! Failure is anticipated when taking risks, but we also have to expect true grit and determination from our peers and Ss to strive for excellence. #122edchat
A4 To avoid “turbulence” I try to talk things out with someone I trust. This way I can brainstorm potential roadblocks and determine the best ways to deal with certain hiccups #122edchat
Q5: It is important to celebrate your successes when they happen. Otto and his co-pilot bid Ted and Elaine adieu and go on their next destination. How can we celebrate finally reaching our "destinations," or helping others to celebrate their own wins? #122edchat
Q3: Ted pulls it together and successfully lands the plane thanks to “Otto the Auto Pilot” and his co-pilot, Elaine. Who is your co-pilot you rely on when things get tough? #122edchat
Some strategies to overcome “turbulence” that I use are taking a step back and taking a break from that problem. Sometimes in the moment it can seem worse than what it is. If you take a moment, and take a break, you come back ready to conquer #122edchat
Q4. Laughter, laughter and more laughter. Having a sense of humor, recognizing the turbulence is a learning opportunity, and exercising all help me keep going during rough patches #122edchat
A4: Some strategies to overcome “turbulence” that I use are taking a step back and taking a break from that problem. Sometimes in the moment it can seem worse than what it is. If you take a moment, and take a break, you come back ready to conquer #122edchat
A4: remembering that there is more than coming into work. When I hit “turbulence” I remove myself from what’s causing it and focus on smooth sailing. Then once I regroup I figure out how to fix the “turbulence “. #122edchat
Q4: In pursuit of reaching our goals, we sometimes encounter "turbulence” (Like this poor passenger trying to touch up her makeup) What are some strategies that you use to overcome "turbulence" in your classroom or professional life? #122edchat
A5: Making sure to share on Twitter is key. I can get pretty wrapped up in a lesson that I forget to make a post. But sharing our successes will help us get ideas & celebrate "wins" even if it's a simple retweet or like. I love seeing what's going on in classrooms! #122edchat
A5: #122edchat You can never celebrate the accomplishments of your staff and students enough. Sometimes we get caught up in the negative and forget to focus on the positive. Schedule time for student and staff reflection and celebration
A5: Being vocal and calling out the good that you see happening in school and classrooms that you visit. I immediately run to Twitter. There are too many amazing things that happen on a daily basis that still go unreported/unnoticed. #122edchat
A3 I have a fab group of friends who also happen to be my #PLC at school and I also have a super groovy cool #PLN on twitter who want to ‘talk shop’’ as much as I do. #122edchat
Q4: In pursuit of reaching our goals, we sometimes encounter "turbulence” (Like this poor passenger trying to touch up her makeup) What are some strategies that you use to overcome "turbulence" in your classroom or professional life? #122edchat
A5- Take time to talk each other up. If you see someone doing something awesome or a success bring attention to it. My own successes I celebrate with my family with food of course!! #122edchat
Q5: It is important to celebrate your successes when they happen. Otto and his co-pilot bid Ted and Elaine adieu and go on their next destination. How can we celebrate finally reaching our "destinations," or helping others to celebrate their own wins? #122edchat
Congratulations to @RaeHughart, our inaugural #122edchat "Fridge of Fame" winner! Thank you, Rae, for all that you do! Have someone in your #pln that you feel should be recognized, nominate them here: https://t.co/pKt8neF9eK.
A4: When I hit "turbulence," I always reach out to my amazing Simmons colleagues. They always get me through the rough times! Chocolate also helps too :-) #122edchat
A5: I like taking pictures, sometimes my voice gets really loud (louder than usual) as I share my excitement with students about what they have done or sometimes after a really successful day at school my wife (a first grade T) and myself will go out for dinner! #122edchat
Q4: to overcome turbulence I try to remember to laugh. In my hardest days laughing has helped to level out my stress and help me to refocus. #122edchat
A4: surrounding myself with family and friends, plus ensuring I'm keeping up with my physical activity. (PS, running on treadmill and trying to keep up with #122edchat is not easy!!!)
I agree! It often is the most important part of the lesson and our day, and yet the first to be overlooked or ignored due to time. #reflectmore#122edchat
Q5: It is important to celebrate your successes when they happen. Otto and his co-pilot bid Ted and Elaine adieu and go on their next destination. How can we celebrate finally reaching our "destinations," or helping others to celebrate their own wins? #122edchat
A2. Take one thing at a time. Make a list, prioritize, deep breathes. For my own challenge, I would tell myself to slow down. I talked way too fast! #122edchat
Fun pic! Popping in to #122edchat to say we need to schedule time in our days to ask others about their celebrations/wins. Then we can recognize them WAY more often! ;)
Q5: It is important to celebrate your successes when they happen. Otto and his co-pilot bid Ted and Elaine adieu and go on their next destination. How can we celebrate finally reaching our "destinations," or helping others to celebrate their own wins? #122edchat
A5: Share the successes. First, bc we are all #BetterTogether & it was the collaboration & times of productive struggle that led to success. 2nd, bc when we share we help others on their path. #122edchat
Q5: It is important to celebrate your successes when they happen. Otto and his co-pilot bid Ted and Elaine adieu and go on their next destination. How can we celebrate finally reaching our "destinations," or helping others to celebrate their own wins? #122edchat
A5 Everyone likes to feel valued and acknowledged. I try to recognize people either verbally in front of the faculty at a meeting, in person, or through a hand written note #122edchat
A5) Celebrate the small and big wins. Call them on it, put a spotlight on them at a Fac Meeting or in newsletter. Morning announcements. Sometimes we hear only the negative. Build a positive culture. #122edchathttps://t.co/GFofcWFVQ5
Q5: It is important to celebrate your successes when they happen. Otto and his co-pilot bid Ted and Elaine adieu and go on their next destination. How can we celebrate finally reaching our "destinations," or helping others to celebrate their own wins? #122edchat
A5: Big or small providing a shout out to someone for their success is so important. Small email or note in their mail cubby. I bought a small gift and a note on personal stationary for a coworker the other day. Made me feel great to celebrate them #122edchat
Q5: It is important to celebrate your successes when they happen. Otto and his co-pilot bid Ted and Elaine adieu and go on their next destination. How can we celebrate finally reaching our "destinations," or helping others to celebrate their own wins? #122edchat
A5 Now this I love. So important to celebrate! I love to use words, send cards, send surprises. Take the time to make people feel like they matter. Every accomplishment is huge! Make them feel special! I am all about constant celebrations! They deserve it! #122edchat
Q5: It is important to celebrate your successes when they happen. Otto and his co-pilot bid Ted and Elaine adieu and go on their next destination. How can we celebrate finally reaching our "destinations," or helping others to celebrate their own wins? #122edchat
BRAG! That is what Twitter is for 😂 but seriously you deserve it! Tell someone! If someone tells you - give them the props deserved. Big or small an accomplishment is an accomplishment #122edchat
Q5: It is important to celebrate your successes when they happen. Otto and his co-pilot bid Ted and Elaine adieu and go on their next destination. How can we celebrate finally reaching our "destinations," or helping others to celebrate their own wins? #122edchat
A3: @MrPStrunk has forced me to be more creative and always find the positives in each day. @ERobbPrincipal helps me to see the large picture and has helped me in my quest to the admin world #122edchat
A5: We started progress reports during staff meetings to give folks a chance to share a small win! Had about 10 folks share and the feeling in the room was great!
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A5 Celebrating achievements doesn’t often come naturally in my teaching network. I think reaching out and choosing to recognize a team member for something positive is a great start and can go a long way. #122edchat
A5: Not down playing the small successes essential! Also, encouraging each other to share, and then being genuinely excited for that person. Maybe even brag about what they did at your next faculty meeting! #122edchat
#122edchat A5. Be there IMMEDIATELY for the ones who struggle & be sure to celebrate each and every step they take. The ones that alway DO don’t always need the pat on the back. It’s the ts that need help to be brave that need the support and encouragement #122edchat
Thanks for the great chat #122edchat Great job @MrWawczak & @Flood1Tracy What a great 30 minutes! 2 chats done tonight and I am pumped! Have a great rest of the week everyone!
A5: while we celebrate success, I'm trying to use reflection to show Ss that the process/journey of learning (or anything) is often more important than end result.
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A5: I took 19 credits last semester and obtained a 4.0. I also obtained two scholarships and hosted my first pre-service Twitter chat. Twitter has honestly impacted my life, and I am planning on hosting 2 more chats in May. #122edchat
A5: Also, we have 2 staff shout out boards that encourage celebrating one another, and is a great way to boost morale and show appreciation for one another :) #122edchat
Sad that we always make time to discuss problems, but not always celebrations. Also kinda sad we don't want to toot our own horns, when we really should. I've seen the same with kids as they get older. #122edchat
A4: see the large picture and try to put myself in the students’ shoes. Also relying on @misskoplin@MrPStrunk and others to reflect on my day and talk through difficult situations #122edchat
Q5: It is important to celebrate your successes when they happen. Otto and his co-pilot bid Ted and Elaine adieu and go on their next destination. How can we celebrate finally reaching our "destinations," or helping others to celebrate their own wins? #122edchat
Sad that we always make time to discuss problems, but not always celebrations. Also kinda sad we don't want to toot our own horns, when we really should. I've seen the same with kids as they get older. #122edchat
Q5: each month I write a staff newsletter and I brag about what innovative things the teachers are doing. It had been starting to help improve morale. Being acknowledged goes a long way! #122edchat
Q5. I celebrate how others need to be celebrated. Some like high-fives, others like notes, some like parties, some just private conversations. It depends more on the who than the what! #122edchat
I can't participate in #scitlap#122edchat or #fearlessedchat tonight but man if there was ever a time for some @_on11 positivity and optimism it's tonight my man.
A5: As a (relatively) new teacher, each baby step is a success (and hopefully the next success will contain a contract!) Share your successes. Bask in your own glory for a moment. Be proud of yourself! You may inspire someone else! #122edchat
@JamesHeniff checking in. How could I have almost missed out on one of my favorites.
A1: My biggest educational challenge is FEAR. No, not of making a bad commanding decision like in the movie, but fear of trying something big and it doesn't go the way I thought. #122edchat
@JoyKirr, I saw you earlier in a cameo appearance on @mrmatera 's Youtube video about @EdcampUSA ! Was a great little "Easter Egg" in the video! #122edchat
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@megan_hacholski, @JoyKirr, @JoyKirr, @mrmatera, @EdcampUSA
A4 I usually create my own turbulence & sometimes I need to make myself cool out. My huz ‘gets me’ & is always willing to let me bitch & moan until I'm ready to problem solve. He ‘grounds me’ in a good way so I can return to work & be the teacher students need me to be #122edchat
A5. Celebrations are the best part! I try to celebrate all of the same and big things. I really try to acknowledge all of my teachers accomplishments bc they deserve the recognition! Being celebrated only makes you work harder for your next goal #122edchat
Jane, Grade 1 teacher from Newfoundland, Canada just finished #122edchat ... new to this chat thing, it loving the connections and positivity! #fearlessedchat
Q4: In pursuit of reaching our goals, we sometimes encounter "turbulence” (Like this poor passenger trying to touch up her makeup) What are some strategies that you use to overcome "turbulence" in your classroom or professional life? #122edchat
Q5: It is important to celebrate your successes when they happen. Otto and his co-pilot bid Ted and Elaine adieu and go on their next destination. How can we celebrate finally reaching our "destinations," or helping others to celebrate their own wins? #122edchat
A1 My biggest challenge will be keeping an open heart and mind in the face of enormous program changes that do not make sense to me. But, I have students who need my very best, every day, so that is my goal #122edchat#tlap#EduMatch#DitchBook
Hah! Yes - @mrmatera heads down here and I head up to Wisconsin for EdCamps... We're EdCamp junkies! #edcampmadwi on Jan 20th is next! ;D Oh, and I have one of those cool #122edchat stickers, courtesy of @megan_hacholski!!
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@mr_middle_2, @megan_hacholski, @mrmatera, @EdcampUSA, @mrmatera, @megan_hacholski
A5 Realize it's okay to toot one’s own horn from time to time w/o bragging of course. I love seeing successful teachers & students, sharing of lessons & ideas. I want to know what they did so I can try it too! Thanking others for their help & sharing is so important! #122edchat
A1: I wish I would have given my students more choice. Delving into deeper learning, project based learning, and the innovation of education has shown me that students should have more choice, the ability and the freedom to choose what is presented. #fearlessedchat
A5 I have started telling coworkers #youmatter and telling them about the successes I see in them. I make a point of checking on my team and asking and going a bit overboard in my congrats ... if I don't, who will? #122edchat#tlap#EduMatch#DitchBook
