#edcochat Archive

A weekly chat about topics in education for educators in Colorado and around the country!

Thursday September 20, 2018
9:30 PM EDT

CJCain7 - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Introduce yourself and share one thing you do to contribute to a positive school culture. #EdCoChat
CJCain7 - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Please Introduce yourself and share one thing you do to contribute to a positive school culture. #EdCoChat
clegleiter Sep 20 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Chris (MS principal) - I strive to welcome each student and staff by name and start their day with positivity. #EdCoChat
- CJCain7 - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:31 PM EDT
  
  Please Introduce yourself and share one thing you do to contribute to a positive school culture. #EdCoChat
CJCain7 - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Welcome Chris. Great to have you with us tonight for #EdCoChat
In reply to @clegleiter
CJCain7 - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:35 PM EDT

CJ Cain, Assistant Principal from Littleton, Colorado. This morning I brought my guitar and sang some songs on our morning announcements for #RockYourSchool #EdCoChat
CJCain7 - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Q1: What is the culture of your school or classroom and how do you know? #EdCoChat
clegleiter Sep 20 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A1. A focus on kids and creating experiences that develop essential skiils - I try to get into as many classrooms as possible and be visible at school events. #EdCoChat
- CJCain7 - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:36 PM EDT
  
  Q1: What is the culture of your school or classroom and how do you know? #EdCoChat
CJCain7 - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q2: How do you show you have high expectations for your students and staff? #EdCoChat
PrincipalHodges - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Whew had internet connectivity issues! I’m here! #EdCoChat
PrincipalHodges - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A1: Our culture at Bromwell is one of FUN! Kids are covered in school gear voluntarily, we have YouTube live announcements, and that leads to increased engagement! #edcochat
clegleiter Sep 20 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A2. You model it and celebrate those things that reflect your culture while celebrating small wins along the way #Edcochat
- CJCain7 - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:42 PM EDT
  
  Q2: How do you show you have high expectations for your students and staff? #EdCoChat
PrincipalHodges - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A2: We have regular coaching (3 touchpoints per week for some teachers - not only based on staff ability but also needs of kids), and have Ss use leadership notebooks too! #edcochat
CJCain7 - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:46 PM EDT

The 3 most important R’s in schools are relationships, relationships, relationships. Kudos to you!!! #EdCoChat
In reply to @clegleiter
CJCain7 - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT

Q3: Share some ideas on how you build relationships with your staff and students? #EdCoChat
clegleiter Sep 20 @ 9:49 PM EDT
A3 I used to think it was the amount of conversations- but now I realize it’s the quality of that conversations where that person feels heard, valued and a part of the school. #EdCoChat
- CJCain7 - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:48 PM EDT
  
  Q3: Share some ideas on how you build relationships with your staff and students? #EdCoChat
CJCain7 - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:54 PM EDT

Bonus: What are some ideas you have to connect with your parents and greater community to improve school culture? #EdCoChat
clegleiter Sep 20 @ 9:55 PM EDT
I am doing a parent book study — we are off to great start; definitely helping me hear and get to know our parents. #EdCoChat
- CJCain7 - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:54 PM EDT
  
  Bonus: What are some ideas you have to connect with your parents and greater community to improve school culture? #EdCoChat
PrincipalHodges - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A3: Minute to Win It challenges! #EdCoChat
PrincipalHodges - Moderator Sep 20 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A3b: Writing staff thank you notes! #EdCoChat
NickHoltvluwer Sep 20 @ 10:01 PM EDT

Bonus: I produce a daily morning show on YouTube...no more closed-circuit TV...it’s out there for the entire community to see! #EdCoChat
NickHoltvluwer Sep 20 @ 10:04 PM EDT

A3: I also send “Thank You” notes to the spouses of my teachers through snail mail. #EdCoChat