#MASSPchat Archive
Chats will be moderated by MASSP staff, members of the MASSP Board of Directors and MASSP Members – we will also have special guest moderators on occasion.
Monday January 25, 2016
Good evening everyone and welcome to ! Let's start with intros- I'm your moderator, Wendy Zdeb, MASSP's Executive Director.
Ben Mainka, Associate Director MASSP… Excited to be here!
Hello all--Paul Hungerford, Fulton MS/HS Principal. Glad to get back into the chat tonight!
Hi all! Steve Carlson, Principal of Sandusky Jr/Sr High School.
Welcome Paul! Great to have you with us again from Fulton!
Kaarin Averill tweeting for Oakland University School of Ed
Mike Alley, principal of St Clair Middle School multi tasking during a Board Meeting
Good Evening! Jenni Thunberg, AP, Bay City Central
Hi all! Dan O'Connor, principal & AD at Alcona Middle/High School.
Always a treat to have you with us Steve. Hope things up there in Sandusky are going well!
Steve Poole, principal, Jefferson MS, Midland
You are quite the regular with us Kaarin. Thanks for offering your expertise!
Mike, principals must be excellent multi taskers! Glad you could join.
My pleasure! This is my favorite chat
Good evening everyone. Tammy Principal, East Jordan High School.
Thank you for chatting with us tonight from Alcona Dan!
Thanks for joining in Steve! It is always a pleasure having your perspective on the chat!
Doug Leisenring, Superintendent of Delta-Schoolcraft ISD chiming in before I drive to Detroit tomorrow for
Rob Bobeda, AP, Jackson High School, multitasking while watching our Vikings take on Lans. Eastern from Don Johnson Fieldhouse
Good evening Tammy! Hope you are surviving all the snow you got up there!
Fun group with us on tonight! Even if you're lurking, just check in and say hey.
Thanks, Ben, today was another great day at SHS!
Doug, I just checked my calendar and I am coming back up to Esky this summer… God’s country!
We will be following the Q1: and A1: format, please use A and the # w/your answer to keep the chat organized & add to each post.
Hi Deb, I hope you're doing well!
Sounds like it could be quite a game! Hopefully it is competitive!
- That's great - We always love having you guys up here as long as you leave the Honolulu blue attire downstate :)
Welcome to the chat Jenni… great to have you with us as always!
Hi All .... Tracy WIlson, Grand Haven HS
Q1: Being organized is often a trait of successful leaders.What are some of your personal habits that help to keep you organized?
I will wear my Lion’s gear when we go out to dinner! https://t.co/WvtOfpOtx8
- That's great - We always love having you guys up here as long as you leave the Honolulu blue attire downstate :)
Tracy, hope you are doing well in beautiful GH! Love having your perspective!
A1: I like to use the files in my google drive. Helps me locate files quickly on my desktop, iPad, iPhone, and MacBook.
A1: I start & end each day with a "to do" list on my steno pad & 9 times out of 10 end with a clean desk.
A1: Google calendar synced to phone, try to clear desk at end of day, short to-do list to start day https://t.co/OCjlgUAGkX
Q1: Being organized is often a trait of successful leaders.What are some of your personal habits that help to keep you organized?
A1: Scheduling time on my calendar to answer emails and phone calls at the end of each day before leaving school.
A1: Post-it Notes! I love them. Checklists are great as well. The old paper planner is still my go-to though.
A1 - The best advice I was ever given was to return calls and organize my desk for the next day before I leave each night.
A1: I have a traditional planner on my desk for all to access. Further, I utilize my digital devices to be w/ me at all times.
Great share- not organizing your files can be a real time drain when you lose time looking for things. https://t.co/GS5SjV9lnQ
A1: I like to use the files in my google drive. Helps me locate files quickly on my desktop, iPad, iPhone, and MacBook.
A1. Google calendar and my inbox, but also 7 habits keep first things first. Not to mention the BIG bottle of advil and Tums
A1: Color coding both traditionally and e-files for ease of recovery. Also, linked notes and great support staff!
BAM! Syncing devices is critical. https://t.co/uTFZRd1MQ1
A1: Google calendar synced to phone, try to clear desk at end of day, short to-do list to start day https://t.co/OCjlgUAGkX
Q1: Being organized is often a trait of successful leaders.What are some of your personal habits that help to keep you organized?
Colin Ripmaster checking in from the Zoo...K-zoo!
"Scheduling time" I like that idea! Good routine to ensure it gets done. https://t.co/Zn6JxGNZuy
A1: Scheduling time on my calendar to answer emails and phone calls at the end of each day before leaving school.
A1: My biggest thing is my email inbox. Answer what I can and delete. Move what I want to save to folders. Keep inbox small.
A1 To have a very trusted, capable, reliable and organized secretary to keep you on task and moving, (right )
A1: Todoist is a great to-do list App that works on phone, tablet and desktop.
A1: I also love Post-Its...one of the best inventions ever! Nothing better than throwing a Post-It away after completing a job
I'm a color coder as well! Great share. https://t.co/o3EimSdRW0
A1: Color coding both traditionally and e-files for ease of recovery. Also, linked notes and great support staff!
A1: Using a good task list app has been critical to me. Used diff. ones over the years, but keeping up with tasks is critical.
A1 For every "event" on my calendar I back up and impose deadlines. For example when I will send invitations.
A1. Definitely cleaning up the inbox at the end of the day and another 7 habit- be proactive
A1. Definitely cleaning up the inbox at the end of the day and another 7 habit- be proactive
BAM! All great tips (and Advil & Tums are desk drawer staples). https://t.co/qZbgzXsLsq
A1. Google calendar and my inbox, but also 7 habits keep first things first. Not to mention the BIG bottle of advil and Tums
A1 (cont): I prefer Gtasks, Calendars for iPhone, and Wunderlist
- That works for me. It's a date. :)
I always return calls the same day. It keeps me organized as well as others appreciate the effort
When I looked at the first question, my initial response was "secretaries." I've been lucky to work with the best.
Nothing wrong with a paper planner if that's working for you! https://t.co/94t5ni0JPe
A1: I have a traditional planner on my desk for all to access. Further, I utilize my digital devices to be w/ me at all times.
BAM! Same. https://t.co/tGv92BDwfc
A1 - The best advice I was ever given was to return calls and organize my desk for the next day before I leave each night.
Q1: Keeping a list of to do's & working hard to make the daily tasks realistic to feel success each day. Staying focused!
I'm all about Google Cal for my to do list and use of time. Take time to make time.
So critical to have that key partner! https://t.co/O57iSUTkCz
When I looked at the first question, my initial response was "secretaries." I've been lucky to work with the best.
Thank you John for joining in with us tonight! Hope things are going well!
A1. And delegate! Share power and responsibility!
A1: Keeping a list of to do's & working hard to make the daily tasks realistic to feel success each day. Staying focused!
Thought I'd drop in for a bit, visit my friends.
A1: I make it a priority to return calls and emails the same day as long as it is during the work day. T's and parents like that.
Welcome Colin! Glad you made it back for chat tonight!
Everyone, is the master of planning his day via Google Cal! Its impressive. https://t.co/rGzBVpI0xu
I'm all about Google Cal for my to do list and use of time. Take time to make time.
Google cal to schedule observation time helps hold me accountable to myself when "little things" pop up https://t.co/PdJme3x4T0
I'm all about Google Cal for my to do list and use of time. Take time to make time.
BAM! You have to be organized to delegate so that's a valid point. https://t.co/E9WrRgU10E
A1. And delegate! Share power and responsibility!
A1 Put all files, links, etc along with pres into common folder. Use Dropbox to store most - allows sharing of links.
The shot in the arm you get when you get that "task completed" box helps me stay productive.
So smart Jedimaster! Listen and learn grasshoppers out there! https://t.co/JVkXitsp4e
A1 For every "event" on my calendar I back up and impose deadlines. For example when I will send invitations.
A1: I scheduled time daily for regular tasks-daily meetings with my secretary, signing paperwork, observations, email, etc.
Very important for stakeholders to get that attention ASAP. https://t.co/Iqn3vuXgh5
A1: I make it a priority to return calls and emails the same day as long as it is during the work day. T's and parents like that.
I call it "alignment." Identify who does what at our weekly meeting, follow up throughout the week.
(Thursday's 8pm)
Join Principals and Admin for a great chat
Experience -"Traits of successful leaders" at https://t.co/9hUythK1eT A Twitter client for teachers to share resources
***As always I encourage you to interact and comment to each other during the chat, great to build your PLN.
A1: Can be overwhelming but organization IS the key to daily success! Leave time open to be available to staff & students.
mixing Star Wars and Kung Foo quotes is messing with my organizational thoughts
So helpful to share strategies for organization with students! Great list!
Q2: Successful leaders are great communicators. What communication habits can u share that keep stakeholders informed & engaged?
Separation of ideas - Todoist(inbox empty, daily tasks), Google Drive for docs, Evernote for documentation and issues.
BAM! Agreed. Hard to be a successful building admin (or an educator in general) if you're disorganized. https://t.co/HkILzhvRFk
A1: Can be overwhelming but organization IS the key to daily success! Leave time open to be available to staff & students.
Great point, we model these essential soft skills all the time. Important to bring attention them. https://t.co/u8FNSMY7d8
So helpful to share strategies for organization with students! Great list!
A2: Traditional emails work the best. I also have began having collab. mtgs. in addition to mo. staff mtgs. to improve comm.
Weekly email 2 staff, just reminders. I link weekly blog post in that email 4 staff 2 access if they wish https://t.co/ZmXZ3PcEOj
Q2: Successful leaders are great communicators. What communication habits can u share that keep stakeholders informed & engaged?
A2. Be transparent and do what you say you will do to build trust.
A2: REMIND w/ staff, twitter/Facebook/website/EBlast for parents, students & community.
https://t.co/F6lpknIsBS
Q2: Successful leaders are great communicators. What communication habits can u share that keep stakeholders informed & engaged?
A2: I'm also in the building by 6 a.m. each day and stay throughout the later part of afternoon for availability.
A2 I conducted a "communication survey" this fall to make sure I understood parents preferred mode of communication.
A2 classroom visits every morning, morning e-mails, Remind, Twitter, Facebook, Webpage, texting, meetings and looking for more
attach GOOGLE docs of agendas and minutes to all calendar events. Easy to find easy respond https://t.co/xiuS9gdgjk
Q2: Successful leaders are great communicators. What communication habits can u share that keep stakeholders informed & engaged?
We did the same thing..developed a parent email listserv. They love it.
Great to have that as standard practice so staff know where they can find info when they need it. https://t.co/ZpSzJNXo1o
Weekly email 2 staff, just reminders. I link weekly blog post in that email 4 staff 2 access if they wish https://t.co/ZmXZ3PcEOj
Q2: Successful leaders are great communicators. What communication habits can u share that keep stakeholders informed & engaged?
“: A2. Be transparent and do what you say you will do to build trust. ” could not agree more.
A2: I send a weekly email to the staff that communicates the week in review and major items coming up.
A2. You can;t over communicate. Send weekly emails to staff and stakeholders, don't keep secrets and mean what you say
A2 Greeted Ss&Ts ea morning, tweeted about classrooms visited ea day, weekly email to staff, monthly newsletter to parents, TIME
A2: Weekly "This week" email 4 staff, social media - parents/community, google class for key staff documents(modeling for teach)
A2: Make individual time with Ts when communicating about new initiatives or change … one on one is best for complex change.
BAM! Genius. Good share. https://t.co/K1j49gkmXu
attach GOOGLE docs of agendas and minutes to all calendar events. Easy to find easy respond https://t.co/xiuS9gdgjk
Q2: Successful leaders are great communicators. What communication habits can u share that keep stakeholders informed & engaged?
A2: Use technology and good old fashioned phone calls. Invite parents to serve on committees. They enjoy the shared leadership.
A2: I have Google Slides with lesson plans that I send out in an email every single morning to parents and Ss.
I have a weekly parent newsletter and a weekly staff memo. Also, I often make my office mobile and work in hallways.
You're on fire! https://t.co/vEp2Pzd3O2
A2 classroom visits every morning, morning e-mails, Remind, Twitter, Facebook, Webpage, texting, meetings and looking for more
A2: MailChimp for weekly parent newsletters; Remind for student groups; email for teachers. Use all forms possible!
Nice! Once again Madame President posts up a great idea. Can you share that survey? https://t.co/W0giNmpTBa
A2 I conducted a "communication survey" this fall to make sure I understood parents preferred mode of communication.
Great idea! Could be different in different districts too! https://t.co/L2MUWD8w8P
A2 I conducted a "communication survey" this fall to make sure I understood parents preferred mode of communication.
BAM! Remind is genius. https://t.co/3NbXIFrXTI
A2: REMIND w/ staff, twitter/Facebook/website/EBlast for parents, students & community.
https://t.co/F6lpknIsBS
Q2: Successful leaders are great communicators. What communication habits can u share that keep stakeholders informed & engaged?
A2 - Sunday staff e-mail with events and meetings listed for the week plus a walk around the building each morning to say hi
I like Tweeting at the end of a classroom obs. I need to make it a consistent act. https://t.co/XY93nKvBpv
A2 Greeted Ss&Ts ea morning, tweeted about classrooms visited ea day, weekly email to staff, monthly newsletter to parents, TIME
I also try to host A"Heat Check" monthly informal meeting for staff to ask questions and voice concerns. It's scheduled on Gcal
A2: in classrooms & hallways most of the day to conduct face-to-face communication & weekly updates/reminders to T's, P's
Inspired by , they short conversations with a positive purpose Getting work done w/intentionality.
Meet them where they are right? Facebook, webpage, remind, twitter- great point. https://t.co/FD6aL79c9Y
A2: MailChimp for weekly parent newsletters; Remind for student groups; email for teachers. Use all forms possible!
That is awesome. Not only benefit for Ss in class, but for those who are absent, as well as Ps.
Middle School Facebook page. Screencasting.
always make time for Ss,Ts,Ps, friends & family to talk with you. Paperwork will wait. People need to be heard. Relationships #1
I bet parents love this! Good work. https://t.co/AXTD5Vqlkj
A2: I have Google Slides with lesson plans that I send out in an email every single morning to parents and Ss.
A2: Jefferson's fantastic secretary, sends out a Friday email to parents regarding happenings.
Mr. Simmons is fantastic at building these types of relationships. I've seen him in action!
A1: I have a problem with my email always needed to be all read and organized into folders. A little OCD.
BAM! Verbal communication is still important for relationship building. https://t.co/lyOHphoYs6
A2: Use technology and good old fashioned phone calls. Invite parents to serve on committees. They enjoy the shared leadership.
A2: at staff request, I "schedule" email to go out at 10:30 am on Sunday. Google has add ons for this https://t.co/J2o7Q8e5J4
A2 - Sunday staff e-mail with events and meetings listed for the week plus a walk around the building each morning to say hi
I like "heat check" very cool! You rock Dan. https://t.co/0vRRAsAJxQ
I also try to host A"Heat Check" monthly informal meeting for staff to ask questions and voice concerns. It's scheduled on Gcal
Exactly! You need to know your audience!
BAM! Great way to help everyone stay organized and informed. https://t.co/BvSbKDaH3l
A2 - Sunday staff e-mail with events and meetings listed for the week plus a walk around the building each morning to say hi
Screencasts can be very helpful, especially for explaining documents or sites https://t.co/boEgGRO2iJ
Middle School Facebook page. Screencasting.
Can't replace that presence can you?! https://t.co/CTITL0ZtUQ
A2: in classrooms & hallways most of the day to conduct face-to-face communication & weekly updates/reminders to T's, P's
A2. make it a norm to 'bring the elephant' so no behind the scenes gossip or complaining
BAM! Guilty as well. https://t.co/QIXBcChjQz
A1: I have a problem with my email always needed to be all read and organized into folders. A little OCD.
Stick with it...if you build it they will come.
Q3:Leaders are prepared-they arrive at meetings w/the info & materials they need. How do you prepare prior to events and/or mtgs?
Hey Donna! You tried sneaking in there on us in a busy chat tonight! Thanks for sharing!
A2 - Substitute teachers love when you stop in during your morning lap to say hi and ask if they need anything
Q3: I debrief w/staff after big events & make note of changes to make for next year. Get the notes out as I'm planning.
A3: I do my researchy early and gather necessary materials needed for each meeting. Always learning b4 I meet with staff.
A3. Whatever presentation software (ppt, etc) make sure all links, agenda and everything is included. Plan ahead to be ready
A3: I prep. for ELA dept. meetings I run w/ an agenda sent out to the group detailing info to be addressed. Data driven.
just enjoying all the ideas! Soaking it all in.
A3 - I have been much better prepared for meetings and PD once I started sharing materials via Google Docs before the event
And test it! Nothing worse than the tech fail. https://t.co/hhSQQyGICX
A3. Whatever presentation software (ppt, etc) make sure all links, agenda and everything is included. Plan ahead to be ready
A3: I need to work on this by doing more dry runs of our staff PD and S IT agendas
A3: I go over agendas and make sure I have the documents I need. My goal is to be right at the end, not before meetings.
Critical to making things run smoothly! https://t.co/talxHFzxDs
A3: I do my researchy early and gather necessary materials needed for each meeting. Always learning b4 I meet with staff.
A3: I try to get agendas out to staff prior to meeting. This enables them to form thoughts prior to mtgs.
A3, Also review Ss records of all kinds before parent meeting
A3. Constant communication both formal/informal to keep pulse on building. Always over prepare, almost to a fault,keep efficient
Build time. helped with this through this chat a few years ago.
A3: Prepare secretaries early in the process so that they know exactly what you need. Give them a workflow for each presentation.
Could be based on walkthroughs, teacher goals, building initiatives.
A3: I look at the agenda and then make sure I have everything needed to add to the meeting. iPad or laptop always.
Great way for staff to be able to preview & prepare as well. https://t.co/1JnaYQveDi
A3 - I have been much better prepared for meetings and PD once I started sharing materials via Google Docs before the event
A3 I always send an agenda out in advance that includes the mtg targets and vocabulary so those attending can be prepared.
A3: Send agenda ahead of time. My copy has bullet points/notes of things I want to make sure I hit.
Smart- parents want to know that you "know" their child & the situation. https://t.co/OHtTaA8gms
A3, Also review Ss records of all kinds before parent meeting
BAM! Really helps with enhancing your annual events each year. https://t.co/ew0PwMKkcz
Q3: I debrief w/staff after big events & make note of changes to make for next year. Get the notes out as I'm planning.
A3: Read material in advance & be prepared to give input, have discussion. If I'm in charge, send out the agenda/material prior.
A3: I try to finalize agenda a week prior. Spend week leading up working on delivery, prepping materials, anticipating questions
BAM! Its the little things that keep things moving well & shows the staff you value/respect their time. https://t.co/CPJArJcKBw
A3: I look at the agenda and then make sure I have everything needed to add to the meeting. iPad or laptop always.
Shared agendas can be collaborative that way. I use instead, but the process is the same.
A3: business standard post-event: list of "Things gone right" and "Things gone wrong"
BAM! and preferably not an hour (or less) before! https://t.co/pSDv6269kz
A3: Prepare secretaries early in the process so that they know exactly what you need. Give them a workflow for each presentation.
A3 Create LTs&SC, plan mtg like lesson, create pres & organize materials (L left, R right side of folder) https://t.co/BrxjWtgO0y
I am the king of bullet points. https://t.co/30taDCINPx
A3: Send agenda ahead of time. My copy has bullet points/notes of things I want to make sure I hit.
Principals need to practice like a doctor not a firefighter-schedule, plan, prepare as much as possible. https://t.co/kKocj7cd7N
Build time. helped with this through this chat a few years ago.
Yep! That's our Associate Ex Director! Colin is incredibly organized, prepared & professional. https://t.co/AgjVxLoW4i
A3 Create LTs&SC, plan mtg like lesson, create pres & organize materials (L left, R right side of folder) https://t.co/BrxjWtgO0y
and gathering support before the meeting when you need it. :) Admin 101 right there folks! https://t.co/xX62YWr9cC
A3: I try to finalize agenda a week prior. Spend week leading up working on delivery, prepping materials, anticipating questions
A3. Nothing crushes credibility like not being prepared. You won't be sorry you over-prepared
Q4: Personal routines keep leaders on track. What routines do you have before and/or after hours that set you up for success?
That might be beyond a BAM to a BOOM! https://t.co/4mYOXprwC6
A3. Nothing crushes credibility like not being prepared. You won't be sorry you over-prepared
A4: Arrive early...organize my thoughts for the day. Create my "To Do" list for the day. EOD, return calls and emails.
I start my day by greeting students and staff and building my task list for the day, not responding to emails/voicemails.
A4. Clean desk, empty inbox, empty voicemail. Doesn't always happen, but it's the goal.
A4: first thing in the morning I check email/phone message/agenda for day - end day the same so desk is clean.
A4 Start the day reviewing calendar and emails that came in overnight. After school return all VM/phone calls missed and emails
A4: Being visible in the hallways when S's and T's begin arriving. Try to say "Good morning" to as many as possible.
A4. Mindfulness alone time in the am (with coffee) and organizing the desk and to-do list before leaving. Devices a lifesaver.
A4: Workout early in the morning. I have more energy when I get my exercise early and starts my day right!
Agreed...when I was Principal I often came in for 3-4 hours on Sun to make sure I was ready for the week. https://t.co/bsc9bywkO8
A4. Clean desk, empty inbox, empty voicemail. Doesn't always happen, but it's the goal.
A4: My routine is similar to I like to have my desk ready for the next day with my priority assignment right in front
A4:attempt to be the first one here to return any overnight emails & then don't leave until all emails/calls are returned
Yes Sir! Good to bring that in...I won't ask you all how many of you are sticking to your resolutions! https://t.co/Fi21S20vfy
A4: Workout early in the morning. I have more energy when I get my exercise early and starts my day right!
So important- kids need to feel connected to you. https://t.co/GWJOVsoFk2
A4: Being visible in the hallways when S's and T's begin arriving. Try to say "Good morning" to as many as possible.
A4: 5 AM Grand Haven Fit Body Boot Camp is the best way to set-up my day for success! Sets my attitude, spirit & mind right.
A4: Make sure big issues have some follow-up before I leave office. In AM I like to check e&v Mail be4 greeting Ss/Ts in halls.
BAM! Same...more admin 101! https://t.co/9BMQuBbMk8
A4: My routine is similar to I like to have my desk ready for the next day with my priority assignment right in front
I hear you...sometimes tough but always better than trying to do it after a long day! https://t.co/BtfoIeQejC
A4: Workout early in the morning. I have more energy when I get my exercise early and starts my day right!
Yes Sir! Nothing worse then starting your day with a problem that you let fester overnight. Ugh https://t.co/n9jXwYCdH7
A4: Make sure big issues have some follow-up before I leave office. In AM I like to check e&v Mail be4 greeting Ss/Ts in halls.
A4. My early morning workouts energize me for the day. Won't give them up
A4: Seems like a never ending task to keep up, learning to be OK w/that. Trying hard to have BALANCE & be PRESENT for my family.
Q5: Successful leaders share and grow leadership. What habits have you established to systemically grow and share leadership?
A4:Tried to make it a point not to do email during school hours… easy to get trapped in that instead of being with your Ts and Ss
Its tough no doubt about it! https://t.co/bBuoddblyT
A4: Seems like a never ending task to keep up, learning to be OK w/that. Trying hard to have BALANCE & be PRESENT for my family.
A4: Morning routine is greeting S's and staff each day. Mingling in the cafeteria and picking up the halls. Interacting with S's!
A5. i had a Principal's Advisory Committee that had significant shared power and representation from staff
A5: I create opportunities for voices to be heard during various formats of comm. Once I've heard insight, I try to delegate.
What was the primary function of the group? Sounding board? Guiding force? https://t.co/o2B3vItbC0
A5. i had a Principal's Advisory Committee that had significant shared power and representation from staff
A5: Always encourage Ts or other staff to share out and lead PD or staff meetings.
It is also hanging over your head if you wait until later and you have less energy to put into it! https://t.co/ZKjnOZwQkZ
I hear you...sometimes tough but always better than trying to do it after a long day! https://t.co/BtfoIeQejC
A4: Workout early in the morning. I have more energy when I get my exercise early and starts my day right!
A5: Placing the right people in the right seats on the bus! Letting go and watching them GO! Shared leadership grows everyone!
A5: Leaders build leaders. Listen, trust, delegate. Spread opportunities. Empower, don't abdicate.
A5: I like to empower all staff to be the master's of their domain. Value them for their expertise and don't micromanage.
A5: I wrote my webline on this! Need to let all Ts have voice, and let T leaders drive big initiatives https://t.co/MKKSHyH2kJ
Q5: Successful leaders share and grow leadership. What habits have you established to systemically grow and share leadership?
A5: we try to have biweekly meeting between admin and counseling dept in order to target problem areas.
Important to find ways to give all staff a voice- not sure the vocal. https://t.co/ut6xQvCGe8
A5: I create opportunities for voices to be heard during various formats of comm. Once I've heard insight, I try to delegate.
A5: T's know that I feel they're the experts in their areas. We work together for the best of our S's. Empower them to lead.
A5: Model what u preach. Avoid being an educational hypocrite. Make sure Ss know the what, how & WHY. More than job; calling
Communication, budget approvals, PD agenda, SIP, culture issues and whatever was brought to the group from the staff.
Routines are hard for me. Great ideas! https://t.co/I6nwSUDRAU
Q4: Personal routines keep leaders on track. What routines do you have before and/or after hours that set you up for success?
Love it! BOOM! Especially because I know you really do this. You rock. https://t.co/kiseIzaKaC
A5: Placing the right people in the right seats on the bus! Letting go and watching them GO! Shared leadership grows everyone!
So important! No better validation then asking staff to share expertise. https://t.co/mcbhJmWEPH
A5: Always encourage Ts or other staff to share out and lead PD or staff meetings.
A5 cont'd: if T leaders aren't buying in, no change will be sustainable anyway. I learned it's best to get them onboard first.
So important to distinguish b/t empowering & abdicating. Too often the latter; teflon mentality - nothing sticks.
A5: I also strive to say "yes AND" rather than "yes BUT" when talking with staff.
A4 - Trying to schedule daily workouts at same time each day but my workout buddies are starting to call me part-time Sally. :)
Thanks for a great chat everyone! Final score Jackson 67 Lansing Eastern 45. Time to head home!
Very true statement. Movement will not happen if ppl aren't on board first.
A5. Specifically invite staff to do authentic and meaningful work and give them autonomy and support to do it
I know this about you- your spontaneous & creative nature is a strength.Your AP picks up the routine. https://t.co/dOUX0bICWi
Routines are hard for me. Great ideas! https://t.co/I6nwSUDRAU
Q4: Personal routines keep leaders on track. What routines do you have before and/or after hours that set you up for success?
Ts own someclasses-Develop common assessments-pacing guides. Ts share with others that teach same class https://t.co/GxsoY8JO7V
Q5: Successful leaders share and grow leadership. What habits have you established to systemically grow and share leadership?
A5: Grow leaders through SI team and staff leading PD. Some, like get a chance in the office when possible!
If we're not intentional about saying "how is that going" or giving feedback, we fail our people.
Wow, Yes Sir! Great Admin 101 kids. Write that down. https://t.co/eSTVpBCUhG
A5: I also strive to say "yes AND" rather than "yes BUT" when talking with staff.
A5 - Great call - Many of my best PD sessions were led by some of my all-star staff members. https://t.co/zsDqwD1MOM
A5: Always encourage Ts or other staff to share out and lead PD or staff meetings.
Wow everyone! Once again I'm humbled by the wisdom of this group of incredible Principals. So proud of how you serve. Good night.
