#miched Archive

The #michED chat is a grassroots effort dedicated to giving teachers, students, and parents across Michigan a bigger voice in the conversation about education in our state. We welcome all voices through a variety of projects, media, and social networking. We’re trying to address educational issues through apolitical conversation, spreading ideas and stories of success from Michigan classrooms across the state, and helping teachers and students regain the courage to connect and demonstrate that schools in Michigan are creating amazing opportunities for learning. We want the face and voice of education in Michigan to be a mural of shared experiences and positive examples of connected learning.

Wednesday May 3, 2017
8:00 PM EDT

  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #michED tonight We are talking about school accountability! https://t.co/q1F8S7l5at Glad you are here!
  • participatechat May 3 @ 8:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #miched by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/Y5iW4Lilye
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    #michED appreciates all who are working hard to make education in this great state work for our students!
  • LakeMiTechCon May 3 @ 8:01 PM EDT
    Have mad skills with #Chromebooks or #GSuiteEDU ? Come share your knowledge at #LMTC17 - We'll cover lunch! #michED https://t.co/OxrEJqHC9t
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    Let's start with introductions and what you appreciate! #michED
  • techsavvyed May 3 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    It's time for the #michED chat! Ben here, checking in from St. Joseph! Work in Mattawan as Curriculum Director
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:02 PM EDT
    I appreciate my #PLN for helping me connect with other great educators around the state, nation and world #miched
  • ErinMastin May 3 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Welcome to #Miched! Erin from Boyne City. 3rd grade teachers.
  • MsNiehaus May 3 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Hey #miched Sammy from Jackson here! I teach 4th grade and I'm so appreciative of all of you for inspiring me every week!
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Glad you can join in tonight Sammy! #miched
    In reply to @MsNiehaus
  • eileen_depka May 3 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Eileen, educator and author from AZ. I appreciate collaboration. #MichEd
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Good evening Erin! Hope all is well in Boyne! #miched
    In reply to @ErinMastin
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:03 PM EDT
    Chris from Allegan. I appreciate that I get to work with amazing Ts and Ss every day. Love #miched for reminding me to look for the good.
  • ErinMastin May 3 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Hi Sammy @MsNiehaus! Thanks for joining us tonight for #Miched
    In reply to @MsNiehaus, @MsNiehaus
  • MsNiehaus May 3 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Where in AZ? I taught in Phoenix! #miched
    In reply to @eileen_depka
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Thanks for join in and collaborating with use Eileen! #miched
    In reply to @eileen_depka
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Glad you are here Chris! The good is worth looking for! #miched
    In reply to @conrad_chris
  • ErinMastin May 3 @ 8:04 PM EDT
    Well we have sunshine so we are headed in the right direction up here. #miched #nomoresnow
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    A great read to get you thinking for tonight! https://t.co/1O1lS3c0wl #miched
  • michEDchat - Moderator May 3 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    We're talking School Accountability with @blocht574 for this evening's #michED chat. Join us for an honest discussion about accountability.
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Hope the ICE is gone by Memorial and I can get my dock in!! #miched
    In reply to @ErinMastin
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:05 PM EDT
    Always! Sometimes we can get in that negative feedback loop. The public, positive (yet critical) chats we have at #miched are great!
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    This piece talks about testing and students from CNN https://t.co/XDSMgrglaR #michED
  • ErinMastin May 3 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    The ice is gone for now. You should be all set. #Miched
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:06 PM EDT
    The questions and articles to refer to are found on the SMORE here: https://t.co/q1F8S7CGz3 #miched
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Q1: Give an example of how you/teachers hold their students accountable? #michED To start us off thinking about accountability
  • ErinMastin May 3 @ 8:07 PM EDT
    Thanks for joining us Chris! Positive chats are the key. #miched
    In reply to @conrad_chris, @blocht574
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:08 PM EDT
    A1: Have deadlines, give assessments based on learning that account for their grades. #miched
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: Students have behavior expectations. Follow a PBIS discipline program that holds them accountable for actions #miched
  • eileen_depka May 3 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1Clear up-front expectations with ongoing support as needed help accountability. Consistency of expectations is an asset. #MichEd
  • MsNiehaus May 3 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: high expectations! Kids rise to what you expect! Consistency, and positivity help! #Miched
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:09 PM EDT
    A1: #miched Deadlines. Focus on reasoning. Valuing the attempt at learning (FAIL to SAIL).
  • massignmenthelp May 3 @ 8:10 PM EDT
  • AssignmentHelpN May 3 @ 8:10 PM EDT
  • techsavvyed May 3 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    A1: Would love to see more teachers sit down with students to create personal learning goals for the year (personal accountability). #michED
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:10 PM EDT
    So are we flexible with our expectations? Are they modified based on students needs? #miched
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Agreed it is tough with time constraints but doable! #miched
    In reply to @techsavvyed
  • AnnSmart17 May 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Hey #miched I am a bit busy tonight. Have a great chat! #upmacul
  • eileen_depka May 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Common expectations across classroons help to avoid S confusion. Collaboration aids consistency. #MichEd
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Do you find PBIS works? I like b/c it reminds me to celebrate our successes, but to me it's really abt relationship building. #miched
    In reply to @blocht574
  • MsNiehaus May 3 @ 8:11 PM EDT
    Agreed! It's important to make those accommodations based on what students need! #miched
    In reply to @techsavvyed
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    So if a students work is late? penalty? #miched
    In reply to @eileen_depka
  • ErinMastin May 3 @ 8:12 PM EDT
    That seems to be a struggle for both sides. Getting kids to make realistic goals can be hard. Starting small might be the answer. #miched
    In reply to @techsavvyed
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    PBIS works if you put the work in! It is a relationship building piece and really helps celebrate the good! #michED
    In reply to @conrad_chris
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    In math, I have outcome expectations, but different Ss need supports. Helps to see how they think and foster that. #miched
    In reply to @blocht574
  • MsNiehaus May 3 @ 8:13 PM EDT
    I struggle with this! I accept late work all the time! But also teach 4th grade and I don't know the right answer! #miched
    In reply to @blocht574, @eileen_depka
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:14 PM EDT
    AWESOME! I did it last year, took tons of time but reflecting now it was worth it! #michED
    In reply to @techsavvyed
  • ErinMastin May 3 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Setting a good goal is like asking a good question. It takes Ss some time to master this skill. #Miched
    In reply to @techsavvyed
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    Is there a right answer? DO we all work at the same pace? #michED I think it depends on efforts seen in class and use of time
    In reply to @MsNiehaus, @eileen_depka
  • heathergauck May 3 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    #miched A1- students set goals and then report on progress via video entry into Seesaw
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:15 PM EDT
    I accept late work to a point. The work is about the prep. I think of HW like sport/music. Practice AFTER concert, isn't helpful. #miched
    In reply to @MsNiehaus, @blocht574, @eileen_depka
  • MsNiehaus May 3 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    Very true! #miched
    In reply to @conrad_chris, @blocht574, @eileen_depka
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:16 PM EDT
    I have similar process: expect work to be done before assessments: After is too late #michED
    In reply to @conrad_chris, @MsNiehaus, @eileen_depka
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    Q2: How should schools be held accountable? What metrics? #miched More than one?
  • EduGladiators May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    🏊🏽SATURDAY #EduGladiators dives into Leadership w/Dunk Tank's @RebeccaCoda @RickJetter #FLedChat #ATchat #EarlyLang #XPLAP #miched #CPCchat
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:17 PM EDT
    A2: Students growth and services provided! #miched
  • techsavvyed May 3 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: Schools accountability is so hard in our state right now. Ultimately, they should be accountable to student growth. #michED
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:18 PM EDT
    A2: Let's keep simple. S growth. District report on methods used & if they worked. Research reports. NO Big Standardized (BS) Tests. #miched
  • TrevorMuir May 3 @ 8:19 PM EDT
    Hi all! Trevor from Grand Rapids here. It's been a while since I've been able to chat! #michED
  • MEMSPAchat May 3 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    #MEMSPAchat is back this Thursday at 8pm - Join us for a discussion on "Education and Legislation" with @TLiMPrincipal #MEMSPA #miched
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    I agree that growth is part of it but Services rendered should also be included in metrics #miched
    In reply to @techsavvyed
  • eileen_depka May 3 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2Multiple metrics-local and national comparisons. Fair, taking into account demographics. Goal should be to support,not punish. #MichEd
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    Hey Trevor been awhile but great to see you! #miched
    In reply to @TrevorMuir
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    A2 cont: At HS, if S is going on to college, job, trade school, then can we call it a success? #miched
  • heathergauck May 3 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    #miched A2 accountability needs to be on individual S growth. So much time wasted right now on tests not appropriate for my Special ed Ss
  • TrevorMuir May 3 @ 8:20 PM EDT
    To me it's all about growth. Growth in reading skills, math, even physical fitness. Is the school creating positive change?#michED
  • ErinMastin May 3 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    A2: The obvious answer is Ss growth, I would go as far as saying providing Ss with rich experiences &supporting Ts in PD as well. #miched
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:21 PM EDT
    Interesting point Chis: Should post HS efforts be measured? Should co-horts be followed for 4-6 yrs after HS? #miched
    In reply to @conrad_chris
  • ErinMastin May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Welcome @TrevorMuir! Thanks for joining #miched tonight.
  • crossbraining May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    Josh joining. STEM teacher from Stockbridge #michED
  • TrevorMuir May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    We need to track student careers after HS. Are they persisting through college? Getting jobs? Evidence school worked? #michED
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    My only issue w/comparisons; we should all be in it together to educate our Ss. "Better" should be ID'd to offer PD to others. #miched
    In reply to @eileen_depka
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT
    a2: Students portfolios seem like best way to show growth over time ... Awesome new tech tools to keep them organized too #miched
  • jrommel May 3 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    This was all over our area today #miched
    • AP May 3 @ 8:22 PM EDT
      Google warns users of phishing attack e-mail that starts with an invitation to share a Google Doc. https://t.co/1yiOFn9Tkf
  • ErinMastin May 3 @ 8:23 PM EDT
    Hey @heathergauck! Good to see you. #Miched
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    IDK, but seems more relevant to our "worth" than getting ready for a week of tests. #miched Also, I'd imagine it could cost less!
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    I agree, critics would argue it takes too long to measure/ tell if system was successful #miched
    In reply to @TrevorMuir
  • ErinMastin May 3 @ 8:24 PM EDT
    Hey Josh! Thanks for joining #miched tonight.
    In reply to @crossbraining
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:25 PM EDT
    YES cost of testing is too much #michED
    • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:24 PM EDT
      IDK, but seems more relevant to our "worth" than getting ready for a week of tests. #miched Also, I'd imagine it could cost less!
      In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Current test system seems too costly and not relevant to Ss learn more used as tool to give carrots or hit schools with sticks #miched
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:26 PM EDT
    Seesaw. LMS. Using GSuite to create digital portfolios. SIS w/ course work and AP scores. To name a few. #miched
    In reply to @TrevorMuir, @blocht574
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Q3: How often should metrics be updated to remain accurate? #michED
  • boskm May 3 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Get your middle schooler registered for Major League Writing Day happening Sat! https://t.co/dRDzMEcfjX @MattawanLearns @MattawanCSD #miched
  • ErinMastin May 3 @ 8:27 PM EDT
    Ugh! I just finished my 1st round of M-Step. I totally agree with you!! #Miched
    In reply to @blocht574
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    When we were able to use the data formatively it was ok. Now tests are a black box. How can we grow with no info? #miched
    In reply to @blocht574
  • eileen_depka May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Thought-If I think I am doing well but have nothing to compare too,do I know for sure I'm doing well?Does assessment help with that?#MichEd
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Day 2 today and I am done with it!! sadly 3 more days then NWEA testing for our students #miched
    In reply to @ErinMastin
  • crossbraining May 3 @ 8:28 PM EDT
    Vermont and Kentucky allow students to show proficiency outside of testing. I have Ss who can build a computer but can't pass MStep #miched
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    A3: Metrics need to be constantly modified to fit the needs of students and provided effective feedback #miched
  • LakeMiTechCon May 3 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Have a new session you want to try? Test it at #LMTC17! Still accepting proposals in our call for speakers #michED https://t.co/OxrEJqHC9t
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:29 PM EDT
    Sadly system of testing is less about feedback and more about judgement! #miched
  • heathergauck May 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    #miched Have been doing lots of reading up on formative learning activities... need more of these and maybe 2-3 summative assessments (1 hr)
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3: When it was our only focus, I liked NCA process. Set goals, collect local data, adjust, report, repeat. Truly growth mindset. #miched
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:30 PM EDT
    A3: Assessment is worthless if feedback is delayed ... #MSTEP could give great feedback but comes next fall :( #miched
  • ErinMastin May 3 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    That is exactly what happens. Testing should only be done when it can be used to improve the education of the Ss. #miched
    In reply to @blocht574
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    Yes!!!!! I am great at mathematics, but I will never move someone to tears (in a good way) with my art! #miched
    In reply to @crossbraining
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:31 PM EDT
    YES #michED has great program for formative assessment called FAME https://t.co/qUAjZjCMt4 worth your time!
    In reply to @heathergauck
  • heathergauck May 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    #miched great clip on formative concept https://t.co/sbJGzzSsBj Rick Wormeli
  • techsavvyed May 3 @ 8:32 PM EDT
    Testing is used in many ways in the public sector to determine qualification/certification. Not always for improvement. #michED
    In reply to @ErinMastin, @blocht574
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:33 PM EDT
    Are they? Well that is cool, had not heard that .... Will have to ask #miched
    In reply to @techsavvyed
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:34 PM EDT
    Good point, do we need to give SO many for comparisons? Michigan test every year from 3-11 multiple areas #michED
    In reply to @eileen_depka
  • crossbraining May 3 @ 8:35 PM EDT
    MI has 10's of thousands of jobs to be filled with great careers, Industry must be in the metric conversation. What are we measuring?#miched
  • techsavvyed May 3 @ 8:36 PM EDT
    A3: Assessment metrics all have value (even if we can't see it directly). It's about knowing which ones to use & why. #michED
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Q4: How can the state encourage districts to collaborate to build success for all? #michED
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    While true, those that are seeking these tests have a vested interest to do well. Ss don't have that urgency. #miched
    In reply to @techsavvyed, @ErinMastin, @blocht574
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    YES, I like to just see how scores compare with classroom assessments on same content areas (No major shifts planned) #michED
    In reply to @techsavvyed
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:37 PM EDT
    Agreed! Tough when scores can be used to "hurt" or "Judge" schools #miched
    In reply to @techsavvyed
  • ErinMastin May 3 @ 8:38 PM EDT
    Most testing is used to see if a standard is being met. If not we make adjustments. M-Step doesn’t. No time to make change=no good. #Miched
    In reply to @techsavvyed, @blocht574
  • eileen_depka May 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    As Ss test,my hope would be that it would be a quality assessment during which the students would be learning through response. #miched
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:39 PM EDT
    A4: Is closing the bottom 5% not working? #miched #sarcasticanswer #sorrynotsorry #realanswersoon
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:40 PM EDT
    A4: Districts need to have a vested interest in ALL students in the state doing well! Sharing to help others in areas of weakness #miched
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    A4: State can help recognize promising instructional paths and give avenues for districts to share resources and models #miched
  • crossbraining May 3 @ 8:41 PM EDT
    Q4) I learned that Jackson Superintendents work together on essential learning targets. They are taking care of business. #miched
  • eileen_depka May 3 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A4 Provide time,opportunity,and funding to share data,ideas,and actions&increase student success&build collaboration across schools. #miched
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    A4: Would be cool to see Teacher exchanges to visit districts to see how each other works and bring back highlights #miched
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:42 PM EDT
    Cool! I have been hearing of more County wide collaborations in recent years #miched
    In reply to @crossbraining
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:43 PM EDT
    A4: Find exemplary Ts & schools. (not on test scores). Encourage these schools to share their work. #miched
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:44 PM EDT
    Had the opportunity to work with Algebra for All in Kzoo. 100s math Ts getting together to talk best practice. Inspiring. #miched
    • eileen_depka May 3 @ 8:42 PM EDT
      A4 Provide time,opportunity,and funding to share data,ideas,and actions&increase student success&build collaboration across schools. #miched
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Q5: MDE is signing partnership agreements with schools. What ideally should this look like in action? #michED
  • mrterborg May 3 @ 8:45 PM EDT
    Not sure how, not sure context, but something to improve the lot of school librarians in the state. #michED (Mike, MD, EL LMS, Mich roots)
    In reply to @blocht574
  • heathergauck May 3 @ 8:46 PM EDT
    #miched A4 by building an online hub of educator passions/skills that we can use to call on the expertise & the talents of our own State Ts
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:47 PM EDT
    A5: For me it would mean embedding district with experts to model effective practices: and time for staff to build capacity! #miched
  • mrterborg May 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    @meldotorg works so well, but lets give every student a virtual library card connected w/ their student id #. #miched
    In reply to @blocht574, @meldotorg
  • techsavvyed May 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    A4: I would LOVE to see MDE partner with ISDs more to host regional workshops and PDs around formative assessment. #michED
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    AGREED! #MICHED
    • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:47 PM EDT
      State needs a vested interest in the districts have a vested interest. Don't close schools. Support them to improve!
      In reply to @blocht574
  • mr_kreger May 3 @ 8:48 PM EDT
    Hey @blocht574 I'm here to see what #miched is all about.
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:49 PM EDT
    A4: I would love more TEACHER roundtable style PD where Benchmark is placed and teachers discuss how meet in their classrooms #miched
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    Great to see you Brad on Q5 found here https://t.co/q1F8S7CGz3 #miched
    In reply to @mr_kreger
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A5: YES! in it together. But labeled failing currently on single test. Still failing if we use some of the metrics #miched shared today?
    In reply to @blocht574
  • techsavvyed May 3 @ 8:50 PM EDT
    A4: Would love to see MDE help organize regional business and education panels so everyone can start talking the same language #michED
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Q6: What are the benefits of local neighborhood schools? What are the benefits of closing them? #michED
  • eileen_depka May 3 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    Partnerships could include school setting goals,identifying needs,and getting help from state to meet the needs in $,PD,opportunity #miched
  • techsavvyed May 3 @ 8:51 PM EDT
    A5: Ideally, a school's partnership with @mieducation should be built on mutual accountability and support. #michED
  • mrterborg May 3 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Depends on the metric. Is it long term, short term, student related for student improvement or school improvement #miched
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    School improvement over the short term #miched
    In reply to @mrterborg
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    Share at conferences? use ISDs to find common concerns and drawn on the rich talent already in our system. #miched
  • mr_kreger May 3 @ 8:52 PM EDT
    A6. Local neighborhood schools become help children and parents build relationships with those around them. #miched
  • mrterborg May 3 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    An opportunity to use school librarians (if they exist) as a way to weave in research and tech. Support Ts/Ss #miched
    In reply to @conrad_chris, @TrevorMuir, @blocht574
  • techsavvyed May 3 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A5: Would LOVE to see @mieducation craft a statewide plan for helping teachers observe other teaching practice on a regular basis #michED
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    A6: Local schools build communities that allow for connections and relationships! No benefits of closing them except $$ #miched
  • mrterborg May 3 @ 8:53 PM EDT
    What's short term? Annual, Semester, quarter, month? #miched
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    NOW that would be great! I think the big issue now in teaching is TIME for all that is expected or needed #miched
    In reply to @techsavvyed, @mieducation
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    annual #miched
    In reply to @mrterborg
  • ChrisTienken May 3 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    YES! More info here https://t.co/bOeTEeE1aW and short film here https://t.co/daXN4duQtH Test prep is not learning. #miched #OptOut2017
    In reply to @blocht574
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:54 PM EDT
    A6: Local schools (done right) provide a community rallying point to support the success of the Ss and schools and community. #miched.
  • mrterborg May 3 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    Do we track college / Career (plumbing, etc.) completion and success? #michED
    In reply to @TrevorMuir
  • techsavvyed May 3 @ 8:55 PM EDT
    There's money already in budgets for release time if schools wants to make it happen. @mieducation could provide the training. #michED
    In reply to @blocht574, @mieducation, @mieducation
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Hey #michED #PLN welcome @mr_kreger a co-worker who is learning twitter to chat
  • mr_kreger May 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Local schools are a focal point for the community. Ottawa elm. behind my home hosted a little league game today and yoga in the gym. #miched
  • colonelb May 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    @MISenate is up to its old shell game tricks again with K-12 funding. #MichED https://t.co/7TCLBkvIGB
  • mrterborg May 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Ok, if the data is for annual change, it needs to be reported w/n that year or soon after (no more than 6 mo in my opinion) #miched
    In reply to @blocht574
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Money maybe but no subs to cover teachers missing classes! #michED That issue needs to be solved first!
    In reply to @techsavvyed, @mieducation
  • mrterborg May 3 @ 8:56 PM EDT
    Probably not until they complete college, job, trade school. Or change due to variables not related to HS education. #miched
    In reply to @conrad_chris
  • conrad_chris May 3 @ 8:57 PM EDT
    A6: Closing local schools...Ss (maybe) given opportunity to get bigger world view and differing opinions. #miched
  • blocht574 May 3 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    or become angry due to a longer bus ride ... or jump schools yr to yr .. Need school in communities no ed deserts #miched
    In reply to @conrad_chris
  • mr_kreger May 3 @ 8:59 PM EDT
    A6. Closing schools is a bad idea. It hurts the neighborhoods that are struggling the most. These schools need intense support. #miched