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MOedchat Mar 2 @ 10:00 PM EST

Welcome to #Moedchat Introduce yourself, tell us your role in Edu, and where in the world are you tweeting from!

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LongyHan Mar 2 @ 10:00 PM EST

2 books. 2 cute dinosaurs. Unlimited fun and cultural appreciation. Share G&G adventure picture books with your students! #moedchat #kidlit

MOedchat Mar 2 @ 10:00 PM EST

We are honored to have @PrincipalMN as our Guest Moderator this evening on #moedchat Sh'll facilitate our conversations around Home Visits

In reply to @PrincipalMN

msEdtechie Mar 2 @ 10:00 PM EST

Register for an upcoming FREE @code.org workshop for #code https://t.co/zFdm1vLrXj #moedchat #csforall

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PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:00 PM EST

Let’s start with intro’s and see who’s here. Please say hello and tell us where you are from #moedchat

MrBeckmann Mar 2 @ 10:00 PM EST

Happy Thursday! Ed, ELA teacher, from St. Peters, MO. #moedchat

MOedchat Mar 2 @ 10:01 PM EST

Our #Moedchat Moderating team: @wmchamberlain @di_chamberlain @awall777 @debbiefuco @shspjones @LauraGilchrist4 @MNebel and @TedHiff

In reply to @wmchamberlain, @di_chamberlain, @awall777, @debbiefuco, @shspjones, @LauraGilchrist4, @MNebel, @TedHiff

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:01 PM EST

Home visits are such a tremendous idea! Meredith joining #Moedchat to discuss this important topic.

LemarrTreadwell Mar 2 @ 10:01 PM EST

Hello #MOedchat Lemarr Treadwell, Fresno CA.

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:01 PM EST

Kate~ MS Librarian / Farmington, MO #moedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:01 PM EST

Hello! Debbie from #STL looking forward to learning about Home Visits from @PrincipalMN tonight on #moedchat

In reply to @PrincipalMN

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:01 PM EST

Congrats, Melissa! #moedchat

mrsray_library Mar 2 @ 9:05 PM EST

Just received my acceptance email for Common Sense Certified Educator: Digital Citizenship! @FergFlorSchools #tlchat #moedchat

MOedchat Mar 2 @ 10:01 PM EST

We are glad to have @PrincipalMN with us tonight for #moedchat

In reply to @PrincipalMN

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 9:59 PM EST

Welcome to tonight's chat on Home Visits #MOedchat

michaeldepaolo1 Mar 2 @ 10:01 PM EST

Hello....Mike from NJ. Social Studies teacher. Home visits are something I would like to learn more about #MOedchat

JRSitzes Mar 2 @ 10:01 PM EST

Good evening, I'm a Prek-5 principal hoping to stay awake in SGF. #moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:02 PM EST

Welcome! #moedchat

In reply to @MrBeckmann

JoveStickel Mar 2 @ 10:02 PM EST

Jove MS Principal from Central MO #moedchat

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hello #moedchat! Michele 4th grade from St Charles MO

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:02 PM EST

MR. Twitter chat himself! Thanks for joining us! #moedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hey @LemarrTreadwell Great to see you tonight! #moedchat

In reply to @LemarrTreadwell

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:02 PM EST

Welcome! #moedchat

In reply to @iLibrarianFMS

e_whalen Mar 2 @ 10:02 PM EST

Good evening from Fulton! I teach 3rd-8th science and 5th-6th language arts #Moedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:02 PM EST

Hi Kate! @iLibrarianFMS #moedchat

In reply to @iLibrarianFMS

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:02 PM EST

We are also excited to introduce @posickj as our newest #moedchat Moderating Team member!!

In reply to @posickj

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:03 PM EST

Welcome everyone! #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:03 PM EST

I'm looking forward to learning from all of you also! Brenda, Middle School Principal in Duluth, MN #Moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:03 PM EST

Welcome and thanks for joining us! #moedchat

In reply to @michaeldepaolo1

MindySouth Mar 2 @ 10:03 PM EST

Mindy from Farmington, MO. Looking forward to another great chat! #moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hi there @iLibrarianFMS #moedchat

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iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:01 PM EST

Kate~ MS Librarian / Farmington, MO #moedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hi Jove! @JoveStickel #moedchat

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GenieneD Mar 2 @ 10:03 PM EST

just dropping in to say y'all are going to learn a ton from Brenda tonight. Have a great chat #moedchat. g'night from KY

In reply to @PrincipalMN

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:03 PM EST

Caffeine is always recommended! We'll keep it lively enough to help you out! #moedchat

In reply to @JRSitzes

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:03 PM EST

Hi Michele! @michelelkelly #moedchat

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awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:04 PM EST

My old friend! #moedchat

In reply to @michelelkelly

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:04 PM EST

Erin!!! @e_whalen #moedchat

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di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:04 PM EST

Welcome Jay! Looking forward to learning with you. #moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:02 PM EST

We are also excited to introduce @posickj as our newest #moedchat Moderating Team member!!
In reply to @posickj

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:04 PM EST

Here are tonight's questions: https://t.co/tLSgOqs1fN #Moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:04 PM EST

Always a pleasure to have you here! #moedchat

In reply to @e_whalen

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:04 PM EST

@ChelsMoyer We are glad you joined us for #moedchat tonight.

In reply to @ChelsMoyer

ChelsMoyer Mar 2 @ 10:02 PM EST

Chelsea, Tech Integration Specialist, Ohio #ditchbook

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hi Minday! @MindySouth #moedchat

In reply to @MindySouth

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:05 PM EST

Q1) In your school community, how do you currently build relationships with families? #MOedchat

crystaslaughter Mar 2 @ 10:05 PM EST

Crystal, ITC from Malden. So excited to be here! #moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hi @Larryferlazzo TY for joining in for #moedchat

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Larryferlazzo Mar 2 @ 10:02 PM EST

Happy to be here with everybody! #tusdeldbkchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:05 PM EST

Thanks for joining us :) #moedchat

In reply to @MindySouth

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:05 PM EST

Hi there @e_whalen #moedchat

In reply to @e_whalen

e_whalen Mar 2 @ 10:02 PM EST

Good evening from Fulton! I teach 3rd-8th science and 5th-6th language arts #Moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:05 PM EST

Please use the A1) format #Moedchat and jump in :)

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:05 PM EST

Keep up with tonight's #moedchat on home visits.

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:04 PM EST

Here are tonight's questions: https://t.co/tLSgOqs1fN #Moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:05 PM EST

Thank you for joining us :) #moedchat

In reply to @crystaslaughter

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:06 PM EST

Glad you’re here! @GenieneD @PrincipalMN #moedchat

In reply to @GenieneD, @PrincipalMN

JRSitzes Mar 2 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1: Newsletters, fb, invitational meetings, school/comm. events, positive phone calls, MS/HS games, presence in the community. #MOedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:06 PM EST

Trying to join up tonight #moedchat but I can't find a good gif on my phone. Josh - tech dude from Fulton.

michaeldepaolo1 Mar 2 @ 10:06 PM EST

A1 back to school night, mass emails, individual emails and constant contact as needed #MOedchat

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

Q1) In your school community, how do you currently build relationships with families? #MOedchat

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

Happy to join #moedchat, Ted. Hoping my Wisconsin residence is OK with everyone.

In reply to @TedHiff

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

@PrincipalMN Love so many things about visiting the North Shore! #Moedchat

In reply to @PrincipalMN

e_whalen Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

Always a pleasure to be here! #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

Always a winner! #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

Here is Q1 again for #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:05 PM EST

Q1) In your school community, how do you currently build relationships with families? #MOedchat

education_geek Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

Principals: Make a phone call home tomorrow--a good one. If you can't find time to do so...we need to talk. #edchat #nyedchat #moedchat

joerobison907 Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

Joe from Alaska popping in for a visit #moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1. Begin with surveying parents. #moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

Its close enough #moedchat

In reply to @posickj, @TedHiff

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1) Hmm. Im not really good at this. some tech for families sessions (not overly successful), Hour of Code (very successful) #moedchat

MindySouth Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1- Family nights, PTG at the Elementary level but must admit we struggle to keep those ties once the students get older. #moedchat

MOedchat Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

Tonight’s questions on Home Visits with @PrincipalMN #moedchat

In reply to @PrincipalMN

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:08 PM EST

Thank you Andy. Always count on you for the hip hops #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1: Principal coffee talks, curriculum nights, newsletters, SM, welcoming committee for new Ss ...#Moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1. Meeting the families "where they are". Then take the next steps. #moedchat

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:08 PM EST

Welcome Joe! Glad you could join tonight! #MOedchat

In reply to @joerobison907

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 SM and branding are just one way #moedchat

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 Bus duty, conferences, pick up and drop off, family visits to school, concerts, book fair, sporting events. #moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1. Home visits were one of the best ideas we used in two different Districts to build these relationship. #Moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1) always good to spend time in the town you teach at. See kids and parents outside of school. #moedchat

JoveStickel Mar 2 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 send out video announcements, frequent contact + positive contacts, visit with parents when we see them in town #moedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 Lots of social media! Facebook is the bomb for Ps. Brand yourself. Great way to take the walls down in your school. #moedchat

TomMartellone Mar 2 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: I make sure Im visible & interact w/families. We also try to align educator PD w/parent PD. All working towards supporting Ss #MOedchat

crystaslaughter Mar 2 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: Twitter, FB, Mobile App, websites, newsletters, textcaster, being out in the community, Remind 101, SeeSaw, ClassDojo #moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:09 PM EST

Hi @GenieneD TY for dropping by #moedchat

In reply to @GenieneD

GenieneD Mar 2 @ 10:03 PM EST

just dropping in to say y'all are going to learn a ton from Brenda tonight. Have a great chat #moedchat. g'night from KY
In reply to @PrincipalMN

hellokate77 Mar 2 @ 10:09 PM EST

katie from lincoln park ms duluth mn #moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:09 PM EST

#moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward

e_whalen Mar 2 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: In person conversations, newsletter, good news postcards/phone calls, going to extra-curric events, etc. #Moedchat

michaeldepaolo1 Mar 2 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1 love the idea of twitter! #MOedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1) Smile with a warm and welcome when parents enter the office #moedchat

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: our school currently does home visits, but only for most at risk Ss- want to take it further #Moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:09 PM EST

I think it is pretty unfortunate that so many teachers don't live where they teach. Hard to be part of community that way. #moedchat

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:09 PM EST

Parent PD? #moedchat

In reply to @TomMartellone

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:10 PM EST

Mobile apps and Remind 101 are great for getting news and info out to parents. #moedchat

In reply to @crystaslaughter

MindySouth Mar 2 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1- utilize Social Media, email, Remind to connect with Families as well #moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:10 PM EST

It is certainly a challenge, so many different avenues and needs for Ps #moedchat

In reply to @iLibrarianFMS

massignmenthelp Mar 2 @ 10:10 PM EST

#ditchbook #moedchat 7 Effective Lifestyle Changes To Help You Get Better Grades https://t.co/kWh2T6BCnt

thegoodjourney Mar 2 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1: Parent surveys through out the year, good calls home and face time at school events are my go tos! #moedchat #kidsdeserveit

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:10 PM EST

Welcome, @posickj #moedchat

In reply to @posickj

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

Happy to join #moedchat, Ted. Hoping my Wisconsin residence is OK with everyone.
In reply to @TedHiff

MrBeckmann Mar 2 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1: My school is planning on hosting a STEAM night. Invites Ps in for some learning and fun! #moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1. Alternating holding monthly parent meetings w/ families @ school and in community building @ housing project where they lived #MOedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:10 PM EST

Hi @hellokate77 So glad to have a LIncoln Park MS staff member join us for #moedchat

In reply to @hellokate77

hellokate77 Mar 2 @ 10:09 PM EST

katie from lincoln park ms duluth mn #moedchat

joerobison907 Mar 2 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1. social media- community events, etc-it's imperative to do this from the beginning and be intentional about continuing all year #moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:10 PM EST

Well, if I'm getting old... #moedchat

In reply to @michelelkelly

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1) maybe we could invite ourselves into our students homes for dinner. Meet the parents + a free dinner. #winwin #moedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:11 PM EST

Love social media for keeping fams up to date, but it doesn't do much for culture of involvement. Need more to get them in bldg #moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1 I want to create a VR video for new Ss to see where lunch is, their classroom, library etc. #moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1. I use Smore newsletters, @RemindHQ Twitter, Facebook, Enews... #moedchat

In reply to @RemindHQ

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:11 PM EST

Q2) First home visits are ALWAYS relationship building-shared hopes & dreams no papers! Why is this essential? #MOedchat

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1: Our school also hosts STEAM camps and One Book One School #Moedchat

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1 Instagram, Twitter,and Facebook allow families to choose how to connect. #moedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:11 PM EST

Are you the one that put the camera on the Sphero for a tour? Saw that and thought it was so awesome. #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST

Wonder why this happens? #moedchat

MindySouth Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

A1- Family nights, PTG at the Elementary level but must admit we struggle to keep those ties once the students get older. #moedchat

TomMartellone Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST

Sure, we've had PD for Ts this year abt Ss & anxiety:then offered PD on same topic for parents. Coord home/school. #moedchat

In reply to @di_chamberlain

education_geek Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST

Student intervention isn't the cure for weak teacher instruction. #edchat #moedchat #elemchat

classroomtools Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST

True, but in the SF Bay Area, housing prices are prohibitively expensive; even rents. #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST

Easy in small areas, tough in large communities, but necessary #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST

Absolutely @joerobison907 #moedchat

In reply to @joerobison907

joerobison907 Mar 2 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1. social media- community events, etc-it's imperative to do this from the beginning and be intentional about continuing all year #moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1. Needed new ideas to build community connections so Ts and I took online courses together to increase our knowledge. #MOedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST

You know it #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST

Hello Jay Posick! Glad to see you!! #moedchat

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 Bus duty, conferences, pick up and drop off, family visits to school, concerts, book fair, sporting events. #moedchat

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST

I see the Leader in Me study has made an impression on you...#winwin #MOedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1) maybe we could invite ourselves into our students homes for dinner. Meet the parents + a free dinner. #winwin #moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST

I get why it doesn't happen. Even in small town USA many teachers commute. Lots of reasons, just hard. #moedchat

In reply to @classroomtools

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST

A1) I have a strong consistent branding @FMSlovesbooks for Twitter & Instagram & wix site for blogging but no parents dig into it #moedchat

In reply to @FMSlovesbooks

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST

Wes Vinson, Texas, educator #Moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:13 PM EST

I'm working on it #moedchat

In reply to @michelelkelly

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:13 PM EST

Yep. SM is where many parents are. Lots of good feedback from posts. Which SM is preferred by your parents? #moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:08 PM EST

A1 SM and branding are just one way #moedchat

e_whalen Mar 2 @ 10:13 PM EST

Can't stay tonight but look forward to reading tweets tomorrow. I love, love, love home visits and can't wait to hear your ideas. #Moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:13 PM EST

textcaster? #moedchat

In reply to @crystaslaughter

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:13 PM EST

Was it well received/attended by parents? #moedchat

In reply to @TomMartellone

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:13 PM EST

A1. Spent each morning greeting cars and providing safe "valet" service to get Ss to sidewalk safely. #MOedchat

joerobison907 Mar 2 @ 10:13 PM EST

A1. I would like to start #ParentCamps -- similar to teacher #EdCamps #moedchat

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:13 PM EST

A2 Starting positive allows you to build positive relationships. Alwasy start positive so the negative is easier. #moedchat

hellokate77 Mar 2 @ 10:13 PM EST

A1: in the past family nights, conferences, events. just started making visits to homes- amazing! #moedchat

JRSitzes Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST

Yes! I love car duty! Every morning I get to tough base with parents. #moedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST
Hello Jay Posick! Glad to see you!! #moedchat
- posickj Mar 2 @ 10:08 PM EST
  
  A1 Bus duty, conferences, pick up and drop off, family visits to school, concerts, book fair, sporting events. #moedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST

A lot of the small towns around here are just first stops on a career leading to a bigger city. Thinking with $$$ #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST

A1: We have a lot of school/community events at school involving families. I think there is one a month #MOedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST

A1. We hosted a screening of @ScreenagerMovie for parents. #moedchat

In reply to @ScreenagerMovie

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST

Where are you at out of curiosity? #alsostpeters #moedchat

In reply to @MrBeckmann

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST

Like Remind 101? #moedchat

In reply to @crystaslaughter

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST

Love that you ROCK the car duty. Taking it to the next level. #joy #gobig @JRSitzes #moedchat

In reply to @JRSitzes

RebeccaCoda Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST

A1: Family STEM night Comicon style #moedchat STEM Night .....Comic Con STYLE https://t.co/H8ys9R0n9T #sldunktank

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST

A1. After school Ss created CD of family histories after visiting their homes. #MOedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST

Q2) First home visits are ALWAYS relationship building-shared hopes & dreams no papers! Why is this essential? #MOedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

Qs again... #moedchat

MOedchat Mar 2 @ 10:07 PM EST

Tonight’s questions on Home Visits with @PrincipalMN #moedchat
In reply to @PrincipalMN

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

location, location, location #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2: breaks down barriers and possible misconceptions- Ps really see that we are in this together- not us against them #Moedchat

AssignmentHelpN Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

#ditchbook #moedchat 10 Facts you Must Know Before Choosing Fashion Designing as a Career https://t.co/OG8sswFB3s

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

yup, but with fewer chores for me ;) #moedchat

In reply to @iLibrarianFMS

thegoodjourney Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

A1 part 2: My district also has a phenomenal parent educator team that works w/ families and provides workshops for STL CO! #moedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

Google Classroom has a parent contact dealie that's been a pretty nice thing to integrate for classroom updates. #moedchat

JRSitzes Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2: Without a relationship there can’t be trust or growth. #Moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

that is a whole different problem :( #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

.@TomMartellone Could you share more about parent PD? #moedchat

In reply to @TomMartellone

TomMartellone Mar 2 @ 10:09 PM EST

A1: I make sure Im visible & interact w/families. We also try to align educator PD w/parent PD. All working towards supporting Ss #MOedchat

michaeldepaolo1 Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2 putting a face to a name is always important too. The idea to build trust in a teacher is important for a parent #MOedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

@Wesley_Vinson38 We're glad you joined us for #moedchat

In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 2 @ 10:12 PM EST

Wes Vinson, Texas, educator #Moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2 relationships, its all about relationships #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:16 PM EST

We also host Family Fun Nights once a quarter. We have community partners also participate. #moedchat

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST

A1: We have a lot of school/community events at school involving families. I think there is one a month #MOedchat

MrBeckmann Mar 2 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2: You have to meet families where they are. You can't assist in taking them where they want without a positive relationship. #moedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:16 PM EST

Yeah -- we just can't Ts to commit to our community because most of them want Columbia or Jeff City. Sucks. #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain

anna_phd Mar 2 @ 10:16 PM EST

Hi #moedchat friend! Remember when we did writing workshop w/parents & students & their siblings..to intro Ps to writing goals.

In reply to @hellokate77

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2: works to establish the culture of trust and understanding #Moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2. Love resource NEA shared that explains HV concept https://t.co/rnZLCXlzJj #MOedchat

michaeldepaolo1 Mar 2 @ 10:16 PM EST

A2 meeting families in their community also can help understand why a student may act/learn the way they do #MOedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:16 PM EST

I got you, I hadn't heard of that one before! #learnsomethingeveryday #moedchat

In reply to @crystaslaughter

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:17 PM EST

I have suggested having housing built by our district to subsidize teachers moving in. #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward

hellokate77 Mar 2 @ 10:17 PM EST

Relationships are key. And trust. #moedchat

TomMartellone Mar 2 @ 10:17 PM EST

Yes, & we're about to hold another on how mistakes are valuable in learning. 2 sessions for Ts, one session for Ps #moedchat

In reply to @di_chamberlain

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:17 PM EST

Spelling always correctly may have made my A2 easier to understand. #moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:17 PM EST

Here is a Q2 again for #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST

Q2) First home visits are ALWAYS relationship building-shared hopes & dreams no papers! Why is this essential? #MOedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:17 PM EST

Thanks for joining us! #moedchat

In reply to @Wesley_Vinson38

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:17 PM EST

2A) Meeting families off site building a relationship is key! #moedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:17 PM EST

Heard about a district in KS that's doing a tiny house thing for teacher recruitment. Outside the box at least. #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain

asooner3160 Mar 2 @ 10:17 PM EST

A2 I was able to see what Ss went home to each day. The first piece of trust was built. #moedchat

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:17 PM EST

wow awesome! #moedchat

In reply to @TomMartellone, @di_chamberlain

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:18 PM EST

That's really interesting. I think PD for parents could be very valuable. #moedchat

In reply to @TomMartellone

anna_phd Mar 2 @ 10:18 PM EST

My hometown did this. #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain, @joshchoward

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2. You need to begin the relationship building in the home before you do anything else. Period! #moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:18 PM EST

good start. Have to use every advantage we can. #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward

ryflinn Mar 2 @ 10:18 PM EST

I start calling each family the first week and tell them something cool that happened. #MOedchat

TomMartellone Mar 2 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2: No relationship, no learning. Have to build trust, get to know students and families! #moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:18 PM EST

did it/does it work? #moedchat

In reply to @anna_phd, @joshchoward

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:18 PM EST

ROFL #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:18 PM EST

A2. Families are a very important component of a strong team. #MOedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:18 PM EST

Oooh! That is a good idea! #moedchat

RebeccaCoda Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST

A1: Family STEM night Comicon style #moedchat STEM Night .....Comic Con STYLE https://t.co/H8ys9R0n9T #sldunktank

hellokate77 Mar 2 @ 10:18 PM EST

hi! I miss us and ability to try something! That was a great night writing with kids and parents!#moedchat

In reply to @anna_phd

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:19 PM EST

2A)Relationships First Here is great information from the Search Institute on Relationships https://t.co/OqfBLchptp #moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:19 PM EST

#buildrelationships #moedchat

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2: breaks down barriers and possible misconceptions- Ps really see that we are in this together- not us against them #Moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:19 PM EST

@michelekelly Yes! #moedchat

In reply to @MicheleKelly

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:15 PM EST

A2: breaks down barriers and possible misconceptions- Ps really see that we are in this together- not us against them #Moedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:19 PM EST

Love ‘intentional & continuous.’ #moedchat

joerobison907 Mar 2 @ 10:10 PM EST

A1. social media- community events, etc-it's imperative to do this from the beginning and be intentional about continuing all year #moedchat

anna_phd Mar 2 @ 10:19 PM EST

I'll reach out to folks & get back to you. #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain, @joshchoward

crystaslaughter Mar 2 @ 10:19 PM EST

A2: I haven't done home visits, but I always made it a practice to call home the first few weeks to build a relationship #moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:19 PM EST

Did schools always have to work hard to get parents involved? (I realize involvement is different all over too) #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:20 PM EST

Q3) What barriers, perceptions or assumptions might make home visits challenging for both parents and staff? #MOedchat

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:20 PM EST

#moedchat

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST

my Irish catholic grandpa used to invite all the nuns at my mom's school then get them smashed on his spiked eggnog...
In reply to @wmchamberlain

thegoodjourney Mar 2 @ 10:20 PM EST

A2: Like anything in life, to see success, we must first build a strong foundation! Relationship and trust is key w/ families! #moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:20 PM EST

A2. I find that some parents also prefer being referenced by their first mane. during visits and conversations. #moedchat

juliepile Mar 2 @ 10:20 PM EST

Our Ps & GrandPs like @facebook & @RemindHQ, keep an eye on @Nextdoor #MOedchat #parentcamp

In reply to @debbiefuco, @facebook, @RemindHQ, @Nextdoor

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:20 PM EST

Great start. I try to make a positive contact with every family before the first week is out. #moedchat

In reply to @ryflinn

crystaslaughter Mar 2 @ 10:20 PM EST

A2a: it is even better when you keep doing it throughout the year. It's easier in beginning, but better when sustained. #moedchat

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:20 PM EST

Involvement looks different for every family. A family can be involved and never enter a school building. #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:20 PM EST

Building the relationship -- your approach is also important #moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:19 PM EST

Did schools always have to work hard to get parents involved? (I realize involvement is different all over too) #moedchat

asooner3160 Mar 2 @ 10:20 PM EST

A2 By the end of the year last year bonds were built. Each T had to visit 5 Ss from their home room. The authentic food was best. #moedchat

RebeccaCoda Mar 2 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: Families may feel embarrassed at home conditions; or families feel they have something to hide and resent the intrusion. #moedchat

anna_phd Mar 2 @ 10:21 PM EST

#moedchat @hellokate77 Trust & relationship really comes through shared experience & deep convos. An experience like family WW can do that.

In reply to @hellokate77

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:21 PM EST

I wonder this too. I grew up a teacher's kid so I have no perspective on this #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain, @wmchamberlain

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:21 PM EST

You just need to jump in! #moedchat

acooktweet Mar 2 @ 10:21 PM EST

A2 How can you teach a S if you don't know their circumstances? Home visits let's S's know you're interested in their well being #Moedchat

phhscience Mar 2 @ 10:21 PM EST

Ss - Tt relationships are more important than rigor, relevance ,technology . Ss will learn if they believe T care about them. #moedchat

michaeldepaolo1 Mar 2 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3 the embarrassment of where a family may live, the distance or willingness for a family to have a teacher visit #MOedchat

JRSitzes Mar 2 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: Fear of the unknown for educators. Parents may feel stressed to impress. #MOedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3. When all of our kinder Ts would organize their HV new Ts felt nervous about going. They teamed up & saw how successful it was #MOedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:22 PM EST

Q3 Being in someone's home brings their skeletons to life. Many people don't want you to be that close for fear of judgement. #moedchat

ryflinn Mar 2 @ 10:22 PM EST

Our Facebook Group page and Remind app are also two keys to building relationships with parents. They feel like I'm available #moedchat

RebeccaCoda Mar 2 @ 10:22 PM EST

A5: Anything child personalized art with the child's picture a personalized letter home and as simple as a postcard compliment. #moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:22 PM EST

Did they go for it? #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain, @joshchoward

juliepile Mar 2 @ 10:22 PM EST

And make sure you give plenty of notice so schedules can be arranged. #moedchat #parentcamp

In reply to @TedHiff, @joerobison907

JoveStickel Mar 2 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3 we live in a more isolated society now. Home visits can be a difficult concept for people who are more used to screen time #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:22 PM EST

Q3) What barriers, perceptions or assumptions might make home visits challenging for both parents and staff? #MOedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3. One kinder teacher would take her dog with on HV - great ice breaker. #MOedchat

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:22 PM EST

A3: Ps can view unannounced visits as "gotcha moments" and not what they're intended to be #Moedchat

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:23 PM EST

Very true! There are some who are not comfortable with this. And honestly, it may not be safe in some areas. #moedchat

RebeccaCoda Mar 2 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: Families may feel embarrassed at home conditions; or families feel they have something to hide and resent the intrusion. #moedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:23 PM EST

Yes! I use @IFTTT to save time and have posts roll from Instagram to Twitter & FB #moedchat #worksmart

In reply to @IFTTT

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:11 PM EST

A1 Instagram, Twitter,and Facebook allow families to choose how to connect. #moedchat

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 2 @ 10:23 PM EST

A2: 1st home visit: You are a guest & sojourner into their territory. Build common bonds, be humble, listen more than you speak #Moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:23 PM EST

It's ok to try something new! #homevisits #moedchat .

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:23 PM EST

if we don't see it, it isn't happening :P #jokingmaybe #moedchat

In reply to @posickj

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:23 PM EST

Get them from the start, I believe that is Habit 1: Be Proactive #tlim #moedchat

In reply to @crystaslaughter

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:23 PM EST

Here is a repost of the questions https://t.co/tLSgOqs1fN #MOedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:24 PM EST

Schools could do themselves a huge favor by getting Ts invested in community so they care. Build community into mentoring programs #moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:24 PM EST

A3 I think it is a little intimidating on both sides #moedchat

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:24 PM EST

If families are embarrassed can we offer a more open location like perhaps allow to meet at an aunt or grandparents house... #moedchat

themixitupgirls Mar 2 @ 10:24 PM EST

A3:Misconceptions @ intentions, cultural diff, non Eng speakin parents could create barriers.But not barriers that cant b broken! #MOedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:24 PM EST

dunno how seriously it was taken. Could push if I thought it would make a difference. #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @joshchoward

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:24 PM EST

Or offer to meet in the yard - no need to enter a house. Or a park - or a library! #MOedchat

In reply to @iLibrarianFMS

MindySouth Mar 2 @ 10:24 PM EST

A3- some families aren't too thrilled to have people in their homes, worried they will be judged, etc. #moedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:25 PM EST

I see @juliepile is on #moedchat. Yay! She will lead #moedchat in the near future. Topic: parent engagement! #parentcamp

In reply to @juliepile

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:25 PM EST

A3) ...somehownmKe the wording more open in our explanations to include any family home? #moedchat

juliepile Mar 2 @ 10:25 PM EST

One of our schools do front porch visits which helps with that anxiety. #moedchat #parentcamp

In reply to @joshchoward

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:25 PM EST

A3 Ts have to become "real" people to some that it is generally easy to ignore. Some Ts are bad at real connection/conversation #moedchat

asooner3160 Mar 2 @ 10:25 PM EST

So true. But all of the families I visited, families were proud to have you there. #moedchat

RebeccaCoda Mar 2 @ 10:21 PM EST

A3: Families may feel embarrassed at home conditions; or families feel they have something to hide and resent the intrusion. #moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:25 PM EST

I suspect things really haven't changed much in regards to parent involvement any way we define it. #moedchat

In reply to @bcrosby

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:25 PM EST

I mean, if the house is nice? #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain, @joshchoward

TomMartellone Mar 2 @ 10:25 PM EST

Debbie...Just typed a short bit on it in a google doc. Here is the link: https://t.co/uDnXjziQde #moedchat

In reply to @debbiefuco

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:25 PM EST

how we relate to our schools is pretty often dictated by how our parents related to them. #moedchat

In reply to @bcrosby

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

A great article we used with staff to begin to look at the importance of home visits #moedchat https://t.co/Kl4lPQUbY2

thegoodjourney Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

A3: Home visits might make families feel vulnerable. Start building trust before the visit. Practice kindness and compassion. #moedchat

themixitupgirls Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

A3: Showing kindness, humility, sincerity, and genuine interest can crush those barriers! Never give up knowing the families too! #MOedchat

TomMartellone Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

Here is a short blurb about what we did this year: https://t.co/uDnXjziQde #moedchat

In reply to @iLibrarianFMS, @di_chamberlain

acooktweet Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

My prev. school district did home visits in the summertime a few weeks b4 school started. Most P's and S's are more excited then #moedchat

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

sure can be, but only at first- until trust is established on both sides #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

juliepile Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

I tried to sneak in 🙃 Too many of my #PLN chatting on #moedchat tonight to stay away from the party.

In reply to @LauraGilchrist4

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

It's different in small towns, but some have killed involvement over generations. Hard to overcome. #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain, @bcrosby

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

Front porch visits. I like this. #moedchat

juliepile Mar 2 @ 10:25 PM EST

One of our schools do front porch visits which helps with that anxiety. #moedchat #parentcamp
In reply to @joshchoward

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

Remember... #moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

Q3 again for #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:20 PM EST

Q3) What barriers, perceptions or assumptions might make home visits challenging for both parents and staff? #MOedchat

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

Thanks for sharing about the parent PD you do. #MOedchat

TomMartellone Mar 2 @ 10:25 PM EST

Debbie...Just typed a short bit on it in a google doc. Here is the link: https://t.co/uDnXjziQde #moedchat
In reply to @debbiefuco

hellokate77 Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

Check out #PTHVP for more information on home visits- super awesome model. #moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

finding housing is a huge issue in my district. I thought a housing project could be a real winner. #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @joshchoward

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:27 PM EST

Thanks, so much! #moedchat

In reply to @TomMartellone

asooner3160 Mar 2 @ 10:27 PM EST

Exactly. Rigor is not a challenge when they know you care. #moedchat

phhscience Mar 2 @ 10:21 PM EST

Ss - Tt relationships are more important than rigor, relevance ,technology . Ss will learn if they believe T care about them. #moedchat

TomMartellone Mar 2 @ 10:27 PM EST

Extremely valuable. Helps to have the school and home "rowing" in the same direction! Focus on students. #moedchat

In reply to @di_chamberlain

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:27 PM EST

A3) ...somehow make the wording more open in our explanations to include any family member's home? #moedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:27 PM EST

We'd love your presence and wisdom EVERY week, @juliepile! #moedchat

In reply to @juliepile

phhscience Mar 2 @ 10:27 PM EST

There are some areas my Ss live that I would not go #moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:27 PM EST

If no one ever thought outside the box, we'd never get any change #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain, @joshchoward

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:27 PM EST

If you can't see it, a phone call or email might be an option to gauge involvement. #understandyourjoke #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:27 PM EST

A3. Whatever the preconceived obstacles - there are great ways around them! #MOedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:27 PM EST

I'm just not one that looks back on the old days as necessarily better in any real way. #nostalgiablinds #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @bcrosby

ShannonSteimel Mar 2 @ 10:27 PM EST

Shannon, LMS, St. Louis popping in a little late to learn more about home visits #moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:28 PM EST

@juliepile TY for this reminder. #moedchat

In reply to @juliepile

juliepile Mar 2 @ 10:22 PM EST

And make sure you give plenty of notice so schedules can be arranged. #moedchat #parentcamp
In reply to @TedHiff, @joerobison907

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:28 PM EST

A3: FEAR of being judged... #Moedchat

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:28 PM EST

good word choice there #moedchat

In reply to @LauraGilchrist4

michaeldepaolo1 Mar 2 @ 10:28 PM EST

@michelelkelly definitely agree!! #MOedchat

In reply to @michelelkelly, @michelelkelly

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:28 PM EST

Yes- it seems like this would be a great way to build a team to show students that we are all on their side! #moedchat

In reply to @TomMartellone

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:28 PM EST

This looks like fun! #moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:18 PM EST
Oooh! That is a good idea! #moedchat
- RebeccaCoda Mar 2 @ 10:14 PM EST
  
  A1: Family STEM night Comicon style #moedchat STEM Night .....Comic Con STYLE https://t.co/H8ys9R0n9T #sldunktank

themixitupgirls Mar 2 @ 10:28 PM EST

I am working on creating a class for non-eng speaking Pp to learn English.They seem timid at scl and the lang barrier the cause #moedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:28 PM EST

That's a great idea. Definitely a good way to dip your toe in. #moedchat

In reply to @juliepile

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:28 PM EST

Hi there @ShannonSteimel #moedchat

In reply to @ShannonSteimel

ShannonSteimel Mar 2 @ 10:27 PM EST

Shannon, LMS, St. Louis popping in a little late to learn more about home visits #moedchat

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:28 PM EST

Thanks! @iLibrarianFMS #moedchat

In reply to @TomMartellone, @iLibrarianFMS

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:29 PM EST

A3 If the visit is announced and scheduled, that may make it better. I wouldn't want anyone visiting me unannounced. #moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:29 PM EST

A3. Challenges are just opportunities waiting to happen in your life. #MOedchat

TomMartellone Mar 2 @ 10:29 PM EST

A3: If parents think they are being judged or if teachers feel they aren't respected. #moedchat

JenniferServiss Mar 2 @ 10:29 PM EST

A3: We go in pairs here. Always safest, you never know what may happen. #safetyfirst #Moedchat

PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:29 PM EST

A3) Parents may think teachers are going to come with assumptions. #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:20 PM EST

Q3) What barriers, perceptions or assumptions might make home visits challenging for both parents and staff? #MOedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:30 PM EST

Districts in that situation are already light on T salary. I am sure Ts would even take less for the perk #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain, @awall777

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:30 PM EST

Good idea, act on the care free spirit of summer and get them excited for the year #moedchat

In reply to @acooktweet

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:30 PM EST

@mjjohnson1216 You have the best quotes and posters!! #moedchat

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

juliepile Mar 2 @ 10:30 PM EST

? How do you do a PHV for a homeless S? #moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:26 PM EST

finding housing is a huge issue in my district. I thought a housing project could be a real winner. #moedchat
In reply to @awall777, @joshchoward

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:30 PM EST

I'm not sure I would go so far as to say rigor is not a challenge...#moedchat

In reply to @asooner3160

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:30 PM EST

It's a very good thing! Good for kids! #globaledchat #moedchat

JenWilliamsEdu Mar 2 @ 10:28 PM EST

LOVE that #globaledchat is still trending after several hours! Teachers know how to #trendthepositive! @mynamemyid_ #mynamemyID

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:31 PM EST

That would be very helpful. #moedchat

In reply to @PrincipalMN

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:31 PM EST

So we need to break that barrier. Right? @PrincipalArthur #moedchat

In reply to @PrincipalArthur

PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:29 PM EST
A3) Parents may think teachers are going to come with assumptions. #moedchat
- PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:20 PM EST
  
  Q3) What barriers, perceptions or assumptions might make home visits challenging for both parents and staff? #MOedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:31 PM EST

Q4) Home visits give teachers a chance to learn about students and their family. How might this info benefit everyone? #MOedchat

michaeldepaolo1 Mar 2 @ 10:31 PM EST

A3 I agree, if the visit is announced it can ease some anxiety on all parties #MOedchat

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 2 @ 10:31 PM EST

A3: Acknowledge the discursive practices @Foucault_M that have went before us. Home visits have not always been done pleasantly #Moedchat

In reply to @Foucault_M

JRSitzes Mar 2 @ 10:31 PM EST

A4: It’s one more piece to the puzzle. Students carry many unseens with them to school. It helps us understand and empathize. #MOedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:31 PM EST

My old district would take new Ts on busses to show them where Ss lived. Let them know what they are dealing with #moedchat

In reply to @juliepile

juliepile Mar 2 @ 10:31 PM EST

Oh gosh yes. #moedchat

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:29 PM EST

A3 If the visit is announced and scheduled, that may make it better. I wouldn't want anyone visiting me unannounced. #moedchat

themixitupgirls Mar 2 @ 10:31 PM EST

What about inviting them to ur home? #moedchat

In reply to @juliepile

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:32 PM EST

It'd be a major incentive #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @wmchamberlain

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:32 PM EST

A4 The more you know about a student and their family, the more ways you can build relationships with students and families. #moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:32 PM EST

A4. Helps build bridges that are so important in developing a relationship. #MOedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:32 PM EST

3A) The phone call if often the most difficult part for staff #moedchat We have them practice and it is very helpful!

PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:32 PM EST

Yes! Especially for those parents that have bad memories about school. That's why relationships are so important! #moedchat

In reply to @TedHiff

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:32 PM EST

We all have that fear, don't we, its almost like they are human or something #moedchat

In reply to @michelelkelly

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:32 PM EST

Wow yeah, that's a great way to engender negativity with parents. "Uh hey, sorry for not calling. What's for dinner?" #moedchat

In reply to @posickj

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:32 PM EST

A4. We would get the opportunity to meet the family in their "comfort" zone. More relaxed. #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:31 PM EST

Q4) Home visits give teachers a chance to learn about students and their family. How might this info benefit everyone? #MOedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:32 PM EST

I like this, Cam. I wonder how many schools encourage all Ts to make home visits? Not many in my e person s. I'd LOVE it. #moedchat

asooner3160 Mar 2 @ 10:20 PM EST

A2 By the end of the year last year bonds were built. Each T had to visit 5 Ss from their home room. The authentic food was best. #moedchat

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 2 @ 10:33 PM EST

A3: In general terms, (no particular districts). Parents who were not successful in school relations may perceive it as a threat #Moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:33 PM EST

I would absolutely agree that this is a fantastic idea! Should be a norm! #moedchat

themixitupgirls Mar 2 @ 10:28 PM EST

I am working on creating a class for non-eng speaking Pp to learn English.They seem timid at scl and the lang barrier the cause #moedchat

MrBeckmann Mar 2 @ 10:33 PM EST

This breaks Twitter etiquette, but I shared this video yesterday about a MS principal that completes home visits. #moedchat

MrBeckmann Mar 1 @ 8:24 AM EST

Inspiring America: This principal visits every student's home https://t.co/bwSGBSx8nL via @nbcnews
In reply to @NBCNews

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:33 PM EST

A4: builds empathy and understanding- also shows our true desire to put the Ss first #Moedchat

michaeldepaolo1 Mar 2 @ 10:33 PM EST

A4 there is an opportunity to build a strong bond with families and students where they can view T as a positive role model/safety #MOedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:33 PM EST

I think it's pretty effective illustration of the diversity you'll have to manage. #moedchat

In reply to @JRSitzes, @juliepile

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:33 PM EST

A4. Families LOVE knowing educators care enough about them and their children to take the time to visit their home. #MOedchat

MrBartmas Mar 2 @ 10:33 PM EST

Late: A2 relationship vs. fear #moedchat

themixitupgirls Mar 2 @ 10:33 PM EST

A4 Creates empathy, understanding,sneak peek into what interests Ss hav that could b tied into the learning environ.Just good PR! #moedchat

TomMartellone Mar 2 @ 10:34 PM EST

Students will always remember how a teacher made them feel. They won't always remember content. The relationship is the foundation #moedchat

juliepile Mar 2 @ 10:34 PM EST

A4) Gives a T a different lens of what an S goes thru. day in & day out, assumptions may be completely wrong #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:31 PM EST

Q4) Home visits give teachers a chance to learn about students and their family. How might this info benefit everyone? #MOedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:34 PM EST

A4 Builds relationships! I feel like this has been my answer all night! #moedchat

phhscience Mar 2 @ 10:34 PM EST

Some students come to school so they can get a meal to eat #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:34 PM EST

4A) Staff have a training on how to make a home visit before going out and making one #moedchat

TomMartellone Mar 2 @ 10:34 PM EST

A4: Ss will always remember how a teacher made them feel. They won't always remember content. The relationship is the foundation #moedchat

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:34 PM EST

Repost Q4? #moedchat

PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:34 PM EST

A4) May break down barriers that are up. Teachers can make more personalized for students. #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:31 PM EST

Q4) Home visits give teachers a chance to learn about students and their family. How might this info benefit everyone? #MOedchat

themixitupgirls Mar 2 @ 10:34 PM EST

This is a great topic! Overcome every obstacle to create a team that includes families! All in this together! How great is that?! #moedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:34 PM EST

#moedchat

MrBeckmann Mar 1 @ 8:24 AM EST

Inspiring America: This principal visits every student's home https://t.co/bwSGBSx8nL via @nbcnews
In reply to @NBCNews

MOedchat Mar 2 @ 10:34 PM EST

Questions, in case you missed them. #moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

So I would encourage you to take your time and go at the pace that is best for your school. #moedchat

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

A3: Staff may assume, again from practices, that administrators or truancy officers do home visits #Moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

A4. We don't know what we don't know. #MOedchat

jwalkup Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

Sounds wonderful. But I'm not sure I buy it. #moedchat

In reply to @phhscience

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

Trying to do #MOedchat at the same time! #notimetoreadthepost @bcrosby

In reply to @wmchamberlain, @bcrosby

PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

It's so true though! #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

acooktweet Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

My exp. w/ home visits? Homes where mom baked cookies to homes where roaches crawled on the wall. Both places S's loved the visit #moedchat

juliepile Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

@GenieneD Another use of #abus!#moedchat

In reply to @GenieneD

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:31 PM EST

My old district would take new Ts on busses to show them where Ss lived. Let them know what they are dealing with #moedchat
In reply to @juliepile

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

Probably not... #moedchat

In reply to @michelelkelly

thegoodjourney Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

A4:The more you know about students & families, the greater relationships you can build, then the more learning you can facilitate #moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

A4. We need to understand the family first. #moedchat

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

nm! #moedchat

In reply to @iLibrarianFMS

ShannonSteimel Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

My academy has done this. We're a charter that draws from all over city. Realized how long Ss bus rides #moedchat https://t.co/oT4W8zDEw0

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:31 PM EST

My old district would take new Ts on busses to show them where Ss lived. Let them know what they are dealing with #moedchat
In reply to @juliepile

MrBartmas Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

A4 purpose of home visit has a lot to do with reception at home #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

4A) The home visits our staff have made are creating a ripple effect #moedchat https://t.co/HbGAsSs2Fq

hellokate77 Mar 2 @ 10:36 PM EST

A4: helps Ts to connect learning to Ss interests and goals. #moedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:36 PM EST

Oh yeah! Simulate the bus ride. That's something many Ts have no idea about...how long kids are on busses. #moedchat

In reply to @ShannonSteimel

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:36 PM EST

I learned the importance of relationships in a class I took with a certain #moedchat moderator, they are the key to it all

In reply to @PrincipalArthur

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:36 PM EST

A4. Variety of educators from buildings where I was principal visited homes - over 12 yrs of visits!! #MOedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:36 PM EST

@PrincipalArthur Yes! Mapp & Henderson (Beyond the Bake Sale) say the same thing. #moedchat

In reply to @PrincipalArthur

PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:32 PM EST

Yes! Especially for those parents that have bad memories about school. That's why relationships are so important! #moedchat
In reply to @TedHiff

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST

4A) Keep in mind a visit could take place at a community location if the family would be more comfortable at a neutral location #moedchat

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST

Thinking back on my high school coaching days, I had families visit me at home. How about that for a twist on home visits? #moedchat

SideJobs4Tchers Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST

Know the community. Instead of home visits, meet families at local parks, libraries, or coffee shops. #moedchat

PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST

Relationships are the key to everything! #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST

A4: Eliminates false assumptions, empowers support networks for students and families, and lets students know we are on their side #MOedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST

I think schools need to find ways to make the building a focal point of the community. Adult ed, community use of rooms, rent gym #moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST

Inspirational @PrincipalMN simply inspirational. #moedchat

In reply to @PrincipalMN

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:35 PM EST

4A) The home visits our staff have made are creating a ripple effect #moedchat https://t.co/HbGAsSs2Fq

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST

oooooh wow. Great idea. #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @ShannonSteimel

jwalkup Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST

If I'm faced w/ cogn challenge of comparing fractions 2 decimals I'll need more than T caring. #moedchat

In reply to @asooner3160, @LauraGilchrist4

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:38 PM EST

A4 In order to understand how equity impacts students, you need to see where they are coming from. Not all Ss have equal footing. #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:38 PM EST

4A) It is really neat to see the change of student's perception about their teacher after a home visit #moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:38 PM EST

Worked for many yrs in WCSD in Reno, NV where HV were common. GREAT resource from this school District https://t.co/yXgPCZePhs #MOedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:39 PM EST

Parent camp rocks @juliepile #moedchat

In reply to @juliepile

juliepile Mar 2 @ 10:38 PM EST

#parentcamp

PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:39 PM EST

Parents need to know we care and students are the reason for all of our decisions! #moedchat

In reply to @TedHiff

themixitupgirls Mar 2 @ 10:39 PM EST

A5:Shake hands with sincerity, make eye contact, chit chat to get to know. Listen. Get to know them. Dont be Tt be fellow human. #moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:39 PM EST

This link also contains eval reports about HV if you would like to learn more. https://t.co/yXgPCZePhs #MOedchat

EduGladiators Mar 2 @ 10:40 PM EST

🎨NEW #EduGladiators series next week "4Cs of Success" w/guest @LaytonsHistory ⚗️ #MOedchat #ditchbook #teachnvchat #leadupteach #leadupnow

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:40 PM EST

Relationships first, and everything else will fall into place! @PrincipalArthur #moedchat

In reply to @PrincipalArthur

PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST

Relationships are the key to everything! #moedchat
In reply to @awall777

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:40 PM EST

4A)Our school is on a hill and many of our families do not have vehicles. We must leave the hill to build many relationships #moedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:40 PM EST

A4 In order to ensure equity, we must understand where students are coming from. Not all students have equal footing. #moedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:40 PM EST

Yes. Relationships prime brain for learning. Then it's up to you as T to design learning and see it thru. @jwalkup @asooner3160 #moedchat

In reply to @jwalkup, @asooner3160

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:40 PM EST

A4 Building empathy, compassion, relationships, trust, the foundation for a successful school experience for all. #moedchat

SideJobs4Tchers Mar 2 @ 10:40 PM EST

Nonprofits, scouting groups, churches, etc. #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain

michaeldepaolo1 Mar 2 @ 10:41 PM EST

@joshchoward I like this.. Never saw this before #MOedchat

In reply to @joshchoward, @joshchoward

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:41 PM EST

Q5) What is the first thing you can do to generate staff and parent interest in making the home visits? #MOedchat

MrBeckmann Mar 2 @ 10:41 PM EST

A4: By meeting and seeing families where they are, you can tackle any misconceptions and assumptions that may have been created. #moedchat

PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:41 PM EST

BOOM! #moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:40 PM EST
Relationships first, and everything else will fall into place! @PrincipalArthur #moedchat
In reply to @PrincipalArthur
- PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST
  
  Relationships are the key to everything! #moedchat
  In reply to @awall777

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:41 PM EST

all that, fill the building. #moedchat

In reply to @SideJobs4Tchers

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:41 PM EST

Our Admin building is a FEMA tornado/severe weather shelter #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain

ShannonSteimel Mar 2 @ 10:42 PM EST

I was thinking this, too! Or maybe find families willing to host a gathering in their home #moedchat https://t.co/gB3TLG71Tv

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST

4A) Keep in mind a visit could take place at a community location if the family would be more comfortable at a neutral location #moedchat

JeffreyASee Mar 2 @ 10:42 PM EST

So important to help all staff understand. As an admin, one-size-fits all discipline not equitable. #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:42 PM EST

we have a few schools in the district that are FEMA too. #moedchat

In reply to @awall777

acooktweet Mar 2 @ 10:42 PM EST

In Park Hill SD, HV were mandatory. We would take code of conduct and go over rules w/ parents and S's and have them sign. #moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:42 PM EST

A5. Explain the concept and then LISTEN carefully to concerns/address these w/ positive responses. #MOedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:42 PM EST

Such an awesome thing! #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:43 PM EST

5A) Check out the resources at the Parent-Teacher-Home-Visit Project site https://t.co/m4r50HMxxA #moedchat @PTHVP

In reply to @PTHVP

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:43 PM EST

A5: start with the WHY! Show the value of the relationships to both sides #Moedchat

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 2 @ 10:43 PM EST

A5: Communicate clearly: purpose of home visits. Host some bread breaking events in neutral setting: Set goals together for visits #Moedchat

ShannonSteimel Mar 2 @ 10:43 PM EST

Love this! #moedchat https://t.co/yQ7t9hMI2Y

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST

I think schools need to find ways to make the building a focal point of the community. Adult ed, community use of rooms, rent gym #moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:43 PM EST

The NEA article mentions that half of the staff should want to participate. https://t.co/rnZLCXlzJj Not sure I agree w/ that #MOedchat

phhscience Mar 2 @ 10:43 PM EST

The relationship that is built between a Tt and Ss is very important. #moedchat

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:44 PM EST

wow!!!! Yes! #moedchat

In reply to @mjjohnson1216

jhox1 Mar 2 @ 10:44 PM EST

Then there's this one. #removeallbarriers #moedchat

In reply to @michaeldepaolo1, @joshchoward

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:44 PM EST

Q5 You probably need to build in a correlation between student benefit and teacher effort. Hard to argue with data. #moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:44 PM EST

Ts need to know and understand too! #moedchat

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:43 PM EST

A5: start with the WHY! Show the value of the relationships to both sides #Moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:44 PM EST

Another suggestion from the article - Typically, there’s a three-hour training program before the home visits start. #MOedchat

TeachMrR Mar 2 @ 10:44 PM EST

A5: Getting to know parents outside of just Parent Teacher Interviews would help lower the stress of going to someone's house. #MOedchat

michaeldepaolo1 Mar 2 @ 10:44 PM EST

A5 I think if you lay out the benefits and positive outcomes of home visits, there may be more interest in it happening #MOedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:45 PM EST

Have you ever wanted to ask the #moedchat community a question? https://t.co/dgmdVKxGnP

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 2 @ 10:45 PM EST

A3: Parents who were not successful in school relations may perceive it as a threat #Moedchat

asooner3160 Mar 2 @ 10:46 PM EST

We met at various establishments too. We did several at the local library. They then were set up for a library card. #moedchat

ShannonSteimel Mar 2 @ 10:42 PM EST
I was thinking this, too! Or maybe find families willing to host a gathering in their home #moedchat https://t.co/gB3TLG71Tv
- PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST
  
  4A) Keep in mind a visit could take place at a community location if the family would be more comfortable at a neutral location #moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:46 PM EST

There are some houses that it wouldn't be safe to show up to in my district. Get permission first. #reality #moedchat

PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:46 PM EST

A5) Start small and grow. Find teachers that are interested in trying home visits and build the excitement around that. #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:41 PM EST

Q5) What is the first thing you can do to generate staff and parent interest in making the home visits? #MOedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:46 PM EST

A5 You also need leaders in the building to establish these processes as part of how we operate. Culture gets stuff done. #moedchat

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:46 PM EST

Yes! The school as the center of the community. #moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST

I think schools need to find ways to make the building a focal point of the community. Adult ed, community use of rooms, rent gym #moedchat

iLibrarianFMS Mar 2 @ 10:46 PM EST

A5) Doing some cute mock/spoof videos of a teacher cleaning up their kitchen table in a funny way or something would be good too. #moedchat

jhox1 Mar 2 @ 10:46 PM EST

Yep. #moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:46 PM EST

There are some houses that it wouldn't be safe to show up to in my district. Get permission first. #reality #moedchat

ShannonSteimel Mar 2 @ 10:47 PM EST

hello to my fave social media savvy admin role model! #moedchat

In reply to @TedHiff

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:47 PM EST

Boom. Yes. I think it used to be this way. The BUILDING was the hub of the community wheel. Not many see it that way any more. #moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST

I think schools need to find ways to make the building a focal point of the community. Adult ed, community use of rooms, rent gym #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:47 PM EST

5A)We have invited the T from our 5 feeder schools to training on 3/23. How cool to send out a gr 5 & gr 6 teacher together #moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:47 PM EST

A5. One challenge some Ts had during HV is that is it NOT to discuss academic achievement or lack of it - keep it positive! #MOedchat

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:48 PM EST

Yes, it's not a good idea to show up unannounced...#moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:46 PM EST

There are some houses that it wouldn't be safe to show up to in my district. Get permission first. #reality #moedchat

JenniferServiss Mar 2 @ 10:48 PM EST

A5: Inspirational @nj1015 #moedchat Principal to make home visits year round https://t.co/IWo4P1hpAm

In reply to @nj1015

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:48 PM EST

@ShannonSteimel TY! Shucks #moedchat

In reply to @ShannonSteimel

ShannonSteimel Mar 2 @ 10:47 PM EST

hello to my fave social media savvy admin role model! #moedchat
In reply to @TedHiff

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:48 PM EST

A5 Have @PrincipalMN visit us with some teachers and that would get us going. #moedchat

In reply to @PrincipalMN

MrBeckmann Mar 2 @ 10:48 PM EST

A5: Share your first experience. Model the way. You can't empower others to try if you can show that you're trying too. #moedchat

hellokate77 Mar 2 @ 10:48 PM EST

A5: connect with others who are having success and try it out. #MOedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:48 PM EST

5A)No attendance reports, NO behavioral referrals, NO grades are discussed-the focus is on Hopes and Dreams of the student #moedchat

themixitupgirls Mar 2 @ 10:48 PM EST

Like @TedHiff said relationships, relationships 1st! We r all just people sharing a small piece of our world- make it great! #moedchat

In reply to @TedHiff

michaeldepaolo1 Mar 2 @ 10:49 PM EST

@PrincipalMN Agreed. Make it about the future of a student and how everyone can be a team to make it a reality #MOedchat

In reply to @PrincipalMN, @PrincipalMN

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:49 PM EST

Sounds like a Skype or Hangouts solution to me? #moedchat

In reply to @posickj, @PrincipalMN

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:49 PM EST

yes, they should be as much a community building as a school building. #moedchat

In reply to @bcrosby

ShannonSteimel Mar 2 @ 10:49 PM EST

Yes!!!! Get em the public library, especially over summer. I have students who are library ambassadors #moedchat https://t.co/udQWvO8CoM

asooner3160 Mar 2 @ 10:46 PM EST
We met at various establishments too. We did several at the local library. They then were set up for a library card. #moedchat
- ShannonSteimel Mar 2 @ 10:42 PM EST
  
  I was thinking this, too! Or maybe find families willing to host a gathering in their home #moedchat https://t.co/gB3TLG71Tv
  
  PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST
  
  4A) Keep in mind a visit could take place at a community location if the family would be more comfortable at a neutral location #moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:49 PM EST

also wouldn't hurt to offer some social services to the community there. #moedchat

In reply to @bcrosby

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:49 PM EST

Sharing is a big deal, esp. w/ T leaders who are passionate and can illustrate the difference it makes. #moedchat

In reply to @MrBeckmann

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:49 PM EST

Mr. Posick's running club will meet us in Duluth for the training :) #moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:49 PM EST

Sounds like a Skype or Hangouts solution to me? #moedchat
In reply to @posickj, @PrincipalMN

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:49 PM EST

Boom. #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:48 PM EST

5A)No attendance reports, NO behavioral referrals, NO grades are discussed-the focus is on Hopes and Dreams of the student #moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:49 PM EST

A5. Our Title 1 department set this as a goal and assisted w/ funding. Kept the goal for MANY yrs. #MOedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:50 PM EST

YES!! Talk about Hopes and Dreams. This is where we must start. @PrincipalMN #moedchat

In reply to @PrincipalMN

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:48 PM EST

5A)No attendance reports, NO behavioral referrals, NO grades are discussed-the focus is on Hopes and Dreams of the student #moedchat

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:50 PM EST

Yeah, but having Brenda visit us in person would be much more fun! #moedchat

In reply to @awall777, @PrincipalMN

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:50 PM EST

Wise man said... #moedchat

themixitupgirls Mar 2 @ 10:48 PM EST

Like @TedHiff said relationships, relationships 1st! We r all just people sharing a small piece of our world- make it great! #moedchat
In reply to @TedHiff

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 2 @ 10:50 PM EST

A6: We used to drive around district bus routes to help us understand students' home environ. Real home visits, not much opportune #Moedchat

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:51 PM EST

It's all about hopes and dreams! #moedchat

In reply to @PrincipalMN

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:51 PM EST

Q6) Share your greatest success stories in making home visits. #MOedchat

JeffreyASee Mar 2 @ 10:51 PM EST

A5: this needs to be organic, not top-down. Once people buy-in, they see value. Until then, HV can be contentious issue. #moedchat

MrBeckmann Mar 2 @ 10:51 PM EST

A5: Share your first experience. Model the way. You can't empower others to try unless you can show that you're trying too. #moedchat

juliepile Mar 2 @ 10:51 PM EST

Good idea. We gave fantastic libraries @boonelibrary, really they are gecoming community centers #moedchat

In reply to @boonelibrary

asooner3160 Mar 2 @ 10:46 PM EST
We met at various establishments too. We did several at the local library. They then were set up for a library card. #moedchat
- ShannonSteimel Mar 2 @ 10:42 PM EST
  
  I was thinking this, too! Or maybe find families willing to host a gathering in their home #moedchat https://t.co/gB3TLG71Tv
  
  PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:37 PM EST
  
  4A) Keep in mind a visit could take place at a community location if the family would be more comfortable at a neutral location #moedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:51 PM EST

Whoa don't get crazy now. Don't actually provide social services at my place of social service!!! #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain, @bcrosby

michaeldepaolo1 Mar 2 @ 10:51 PM EST

A6 I have yet to make a home visit but hearing all the positive ideas from it, it is something I will consider bring to some PLC's #MOedchat

SideJobs4Tchers Mar 2 @ 10:52 PM EST

That may scare parents IF they have had certain past experiences. #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain, @bcrosby

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:52 PM EST

A6 I have none... But, perhaps in the future! #moedchat

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 2 @ 10:52 PM EST

A6: They were looked at as unsanctioned for teachers, but maybe for administrators, in my experience. Experience varies #Moedchat

TedHiff - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:52 PM EST

@hellokate77 Thank you for this insight! #moedchat

In reply to @hellokate77

hellokate77 Mar 2 @ 10:48 PM EST

A5: connect with others who are having success and try it out. #MOedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:52 PM EST

A6. Ts who began to break down demographic barriers between NA reservation and school setting. Nothing short of life changing! #MOedchat

PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:53 PM EST

A6) Making strides to visit housing units and apartments many families live in. #moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:53 PM EST

A6) I'm proud of how teachers/staff at @lincolnparkms have embraced the initiative. It is becoming a foundation of what we do #moedchat

In reply to @lincolnparkms

debbiefuco - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:53 PM EST

Love! #moedchat #goals #kidsdeserveit

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:48 PM EST

5A)No attendance reports, NO behavioral referrals, NO grades are discussed-the focus is on Hopes and Dreams of the student #moedchat

LauraGilchrist4 - Moderator Mar 2 @ 10:53 PM EST

Exactly. Process. Metacognition. @jwalkup @asooner3160 #moedchat

In reply to @jwalkup, @asooner3160

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:53 PM EST

A6. Conversations Ts shared w/ each other day after a HV about how much they LOVED going. #MOedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:54 PM EST

or it might lessen their anxiety if the school isn't just a school. #moedchat

In reply to @SideJobs4Tchers, @bcrosby

posickj Mar 2 @ 10:54 PM EST

A6 My home visits have been to pick up students when famiilies aren't home. Powerful when the principal picks up students. #moedchat

IBPBLJill Mar 2 @ 10:54 PM EST

5A)@PrincipalMN you reminded me of piece I did earlier. Love hopes and dreams. #moedchat

In reply to @PrincipalMN

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:54 PM EST

A6 Finding out the real story about some struggling kids. Seeing the home situation definitely puts things in perspective. #moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:54 PM EST

A6. Builds sense of community rather than -----> school and --------> home #MOedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:55 PM EST

A6b And the perspective gives you more patience and respect for kids who otherwise drive you nuts or give you headaches. #moedchat

PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:55 PM EST

I have done the same thing, but taking them home after school. #moedchat

In reply to @posickj

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:55 PM EST

6A)We have staff reflect when they return from each visit. Wow--it should be turned into a book chapter! #moedchat

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:55 PM EST

A6: home visits in our school have led to Ps seeking out even more resources to help their children- less resistance! #MOedchat

SideJobs4Tchers Mar 2 @ 10:56 PM EST

Some will fear things like DCS getting involved, and will not come to such events. #moedchat

In reply to @wmchamberlain, @bcrosby

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:56 PM EST

Helps you understand why they do the things they do #moedchat

In reply to @joshchoward

Wesley_Vinson38 Mar 2 @ 10:56 PM EST

A6: But as I read about it now, I see these times are changing, and so, I am for it, let's be clear! #Moedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:56 PM EST

Huge #win #moedchat

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:55 PM EST

A6: home visits in our school have led to Ps seeking out even more resources to help their children- less resistance! #MOedchat

acooktweet Mar 2 @ 10:56 PM EST

Exactly! The entire purpose of home visits! #moedchat

joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:55 PM EST

A6b And the perspective gives you more patience and respect for kids who otherwise drive you nuts or give you headaches. #moedchat

mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:56 PM EST

A6. So many stories I could share about connection that was started from going to a student's home - oh, the smiles! #MOedchat

JeffreyASee Mar 2 @ 10:56 PM EST

A6: we need HV to not be just another orientation night. A book for every kid. Celebrations! Starting/building relationships. #moedchat

PeytonWydickRU Mar 2 @ 10:56 PM EST

Totally missed #moedchat tonight 😩 I was so excited to be home for break that it slipped my mind.

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:57 PM EST

maybe, but a lot more would come to use the services, I think. #moedchat

In reply to @SideJobs4Tchers, @bcrosby

News4FHMS Mar 2 @ 10:57 PM EST

Role models for us! #moedchat @PrincipalMN

In reply to @PrincipalMN

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:53 PM EST

A6) I'm proud of how teachers/staff at @lincolnparkms have embraced the initiative. It is becoming a foundation of what we do #moedchat
In reply to @lincolnparkms

michelelkelly Mar 2 @ 10:58 PM EST

A6: the connections you make last far beyond that school year #MOedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:58 PM EST

It was a lively one! Fortunately, you can search the hashtag ;) #moedchat

In reply to @PeytonWydickRU

acooktweet Mar 2 @ 10:58 PM EST

We always had 2 T's attend home visits at a time. Home visits were never done solo. Safety first. #moedchat

wmchamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:58 PM EST

the link to the archive will be posted if you want to read through what we talked about. #moedchat

In reply to @PeytonWydickRU

hellokate77 Mar 2 @ 10:58 PM EST

A6: visits opened door to connect Ss to school resources i.e. Classes, clubs, etc. that support interest and goals shared- success!#moedchat

PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:58 PM EST

Thanks to everyone for the fun chat tonight! Keep the momentum going tomorrow with more conversation about home visits #moedchat

ShannonSteimel Mar 2 @ 10:58 PM EST

Good point #moedchat https://t.co/J9DpwsCvEW

JeffreyASee Mar 2 @ 10:56 PM EST

A6: we need HV to not be just another orientation night. A book for every kid. Celebrations! Starting/building relationships. #moedchat

di_chamberlain Mar 2 @ 10:58 PM EST

Oh no! #moedchat https://t.co/9aFMfy4ddk

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joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:58 PM EST

Def needs to be done in an effort to personalize. If it's orientation, just send an email or a note home. Same diff #moedchat

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JeffreyASee Mar 2 @ 10:58 PM EST

A6.2 HV are an opportunity for staff to get to know families and where they are coming from. #moedchat

MOedchat Mar 2 @ 10:58 PM EST

Kudos to @PrincipalMN for moderating tonight's #moedchat

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mjjohnson1216 Mar 2 @ 10:58 PM EST

Hope others will consider beginning HV after being in this chat tonight. WAY past my bedtime - thanks to everyone for sharing! #MOedchat

awall777 Mar 2 @ 10:59 PM EST

Thank you @PrincipalMN for the great convo! #moedchat

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PrincipalMN Mar 2 @ 10:59 PM EST

Always go in pairs. It's another way also for staff to bond too! #moedchat

acooktweet Mar 2 @ 10:58 PM EST

We always had 2 T's attend home visits at a time. Home visits were never done solo. Safety first. #moedchat

MOedchat Mar 2 @ 10:59 PM EST

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PeytonWydickRU Mar 2 @ 10:59 PM EST

@di_chamberlain Exactly how I felt! Look forward to reading thru the answers from home instead of my dorm, though! #moedchat

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joshchoward Mar 2 @ 10:59 PM EST

Word. This should be policy. Never go alone. #moedchat

acooktweet Mar 2 @ 10:58 PM EST

We always had 2 T's attend home visits at a time. Home visits were never done solo. Safety first. #moedchat

PrincipalArthur Mar 2 @ 10:59 PM EST

Thanks for the great questions! A topic that we all need to keep on our minds. #moedchat

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