#EngageChat Archive

#EngageChat is a weekly chat session moderated by @DavisWelcome that focuses on engagement in schools. Every Friday evening at 8:00 PM Eastern.

Friday February 15, 2019
8:00 PM EST

  • JKatzaman Feb 15 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Joining #EngageChat from Maryland to talk with @daviswelcome about #leadership development.
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:00 PM EST
    Welcome to #engagechat. Please check in with the group.
  • MEMSPAchat Feb 15 @ 8:01 PM EST
    Come join #MEMSPAchat - a leading ed chat on Thursday at 8pm EST @Daviswelcome #Engagechat Join the leading, learning & collaboration!
  • lifeismaikai Feb 15 @ 8:01 PM EST
    This will be a great way to start are long weekend. #engagechat
    In reply to @JKatzaman, @daviswelcome
  • TheTwoRiveras Feb 15 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hello #engagechat familia!
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Welcome, my friend! #EngageChat
    In reply to @JKatzaman
  • rbreyer51 Feb 15 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Hey #engagechat PLN. Rob here from Broadway, NC and the proud principal of Cameron ES. Looking forward to the discussion.
  • mexusmx Feb 15 @ 8:02 PM EST
    John from Mexico City! Happy to be spending some time with the good folks of #engagechat
  • lifeismaikai Feb 15 @ 8:02 PM EST
    Happy Friday #engagechat Kimberly from Maui, Hawaii - instructional coach
  • CrownRoyal06 Feb 15 @ 8:03 PM EST
    @daviswelcome excited to be here tonight. #engagechat
  • KristenDolen Feb 15 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Middle school AP from KS here! #engagechat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hello #EngageChat! Crystal (learning support) from Korea talking about #leadership development with @daviswelcome
  • lethajhenry Feb 15 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hi everyone- I hope you've had a great week. Letha from Québec- I teach grades 1/2 #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Welcome, my friend! #EngageChat
    In reply to @lifeismaikai
  • LaneWalker2 Feb 15 @ 8:03 PM EST
    I'll jump in from St.Louis, HS math teacher, inquiry-learning & STEM #EngageChat
  • kruevans Feb 15 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Hi #engagechat. George from Japan here. I teach secondary English. Happy to learn from you all.
  • snordenWSUproud Feb 15 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Sharon Norden from Derby, KS checking out #EngageChat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:03 PM EST
    Welcome, my friend! #engagechat
    In reply to @mexusmx
  • BarbaraGruener Feb 15 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Howdy #engagechat family; I've been out of town and missing chatting. Barbara, author of What's Under Your Cape?, speaker and life coach here in TX, where it was a sunny with a high of 75 today.
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Welcome, my friend! #EngageChat
    In reply to @rbreyer51
  • ElizRussellEdu Feb 15 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Elizabeth from Kenosha, Wisconsin joining in tonight. #EngageChat
  • mr_henry_lee Feb 15 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Great to be here again! Boy, how fast a week has gone by! Henry from Singapore on a Saturday morning here👋☕ #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:04 PM EST
    Welcome, my friend! #EngageChat
    In reply to @TheTwoRiveras
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Welcome, my friend! #EngageChat
    In reply to @MrsGodsiff
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Welcome, my friend! #Engagechat
    In reply to @CrownRoyal06
  • Mrs_Gilchrist Feb 15 @ 8:05 PM EST
    Hey, #engagechat friends! I'm an international literacy consultant based in Tokyo. I'm jumping in for a bit before I have to moderate #edchatPH in about thirty minutes. I'm so happy to learn with all of you!
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:05 PM EST
    James joining in from South Texas...Evening everyone! #engagechat
  • ChouinardJahant Feb 15 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Hello everyone- happy weekend! Melissa from Katy TX -7th grade GT science teacher #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Hey there, my friend! #EngageChat
    In reply to @kruevans
  • jlpuuri Feb 15 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Happy Friday Friends! 👋🏻 I’m Jackie. A 4th grade teacher from Michigan! #engagechat
  • CoombsWHS Feb 15 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Hello All. Secondary English Instructor in VA. Eager to discuss all things Education. #engagechat
  • JKatzaman Feb 15 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Hi, Eric. Enjoying the heat wave? #EngageChat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Welcome, my friend! #EngageChat
    In reply to @snordenWSUproud
  • chand0061 Feb 15 @ 8:06 PM EST
    Hi my name is Carol from the Eastern Shore of Va. Glad to be here and part of #engagechat
  • ElizRussellEdu Feb 15 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Great to see you tonight, James! #EngageChat
    In reply to @jamesvarlack
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Welcome, my friend! #EngageChat
    In reply to @chand0061
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:07 PM EST
    Hi Elizabeth! #EngageChat 🔥👏🏾👊🏽
    In reply to @ElizRussellEdu
  • ElizRussellEdu Feb 15 @ 8:07 PM EST
    It’s good to see you tonight, Sharon! #EngageChat
    In reply to @snordenWSUproud
  • jessjoyner13 Feb 15 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Hi my name is Jessica and I’m from Suffolk, Virginia. Excited to be a part of #EngageChat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:08 PM EST
    So glad you all are here this evening. Question 1 is coming up .... #EngageChat
  • MrsBriggsHHE Feb 15 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Good evening! I am Marcella, 2nd grade teacher from Lee's Summit, Missouri. #engagechat
  • TarniaCovooper Feb 15 @ 8:08 PM EST
    Hello everyone. Tonya from Richmond, VA here. Spanish PreK-5 is my main role, but I do a bunch of other stuff too. 🙃 #Engagechat
  • ElizRussellEdu Feb 15 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Good to see you this evening, Rob! #EngageChat
    In reply to @rbreyer51
  • VNixon1988 Feb 15 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Hello everyone, Vic from the Dallas area. #engagechat
  • dogpoundtwo Feb 15 @ 8:09 PM EST
    William Briggs, 2nd grade, Lee’s Summit, Missouri. #engagechat
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:09 PM EST
    Hey Sharon! #EngageChat
    In reply to @snordenWSUproud
  • ChouinardJahant Feb 15 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Hey Eric @daviswelcome Hope your week was awesome!#engagechat
  • rbreyer51 Feb 15 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Hey Elizabeth! Good to see you as well. Hope you’re doing well! #EngageChat
    In reply to @ElizRussellEdu
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Q1: What does Leadership Development mean to you? #engagechat
  • tianagracey Feb 15 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Hi! Tiana from Regina, Saskatchewan here. Currently in my fourth year of Education at the U of R! #engagechat
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Mary from Spokane, WA - teacher and future principal! #EngageChat
  • gdorn1 Feb 15 @ 8:10 PM EST
    Hi, Gretchen from KY joiining in. #engagechat
  • T_HEB Feb 15 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Stepping into vacation with a little #Engagechat. I teach and learn in a 4th & 5th grade multi age classroom in Maine.
  • sciencepittstop Feb 15 @ 8:11 PM EST
    Hey there! I’m Jerren, a snowed in science teacher from MO. #engagechat
  • ChouinardJahant Feb 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Going great- getting to the end of a bad cold thankfully - but all good otherwise- and you? #EngageChat
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • kruevans Feb 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: Empowering folks not just to follow mandates but to use their expertise and professionalism to solve things on their own. #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
    All good, my friend. Hope all is well! #EngageChat
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • NameyEquityHCPS Feb 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Finally made it! Laurie from Bel Air, MD #engagechat
  • JKatzaman Feb 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1 Leadership development is a gradual building of insight and wisdom along with learning how and when to use it. #EngageChat
  • MrWheelerMath86 Feb 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
    Mr. wheeler. Algebra I teacher. #engagechat
  • CoombsWHS Feb 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1. Learning and growing with my colleagues in Education #engagechat
  • snordenWSUproud Feb 15 @ 8:12 PM EST
    A1: I see leaderships as a vocation or service. A leader should say, “what can I do for you?” Just like a teacher says “how can I help you?” #EngageChat
  • BarbaraGruener Feb 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: I think of leadership development as developing those traits in yourself and others that make a strong leader. It's about equipping and empowering to help be the BEST servant leaders we can be. #engagechat
  • KristenDolen Feb 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: Growing yourself and others; empowerment. #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Welcome, my friend! #EngageChat
    In reply to @NameyEquityHCPS
  • MrsBriggsHHE Feb 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: To me, Leadership Development means serving in a role that facilitates learning for everyone, all stakeholders. It involves sharing in responsibility to help our schools & staff be the best they can be for our Ss. #engagechat
  • Mrs_Gilchrist Feb 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: Leadership development means we are lifelong learners. We read. We collaborate. We learn. We grow. We strive to do all that we can to serve others. #engagechat
  • TheTwoRiveras Feb 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: Leadership development = mentors/role models in training #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • dogpoundtwo Feb 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: Leadership development means continuously learning and growth. It is also providing the opportunity for others to contribute and to lead. It is encouraging and fostering the best in everyone. It means being a part of things and not above them.#engagechat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    Donna (Australian) living and working in Singapore. Author, editor, researcher, intrepid traveller, global nomad... #EngageChat
  • mexusmx Feb 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: When teachers are encouraged to take risks, think outside the box and share their thinking on behalf of students, leaders to emerge! #engagechat
  • MrWheelerMath86 Feb 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: leadership development is learning to cultivate a building with capacity and professional growth #engagechat
  • rbreyer51 Feb 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1: Leadership development means that we create an environment where others can feel safe and supported to help in making decisions and to take the lead on different initiatives or projects. #engagechat
  • T_HEB Feb 15 @ 8:13 PM EST
    A1 Leadership development is an ongoing process. There are always growth edges, opportunities for feedback, and the constant encouragement of others to do their best. #Engagechat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1: People interested in learning and growing leadership skills. Not just for themselves but leadership skills in others. It's really just a fancy way to say "team learning" #engagechat
  • chand0061 Feb 15 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1. Learning to be the best leader I can be with innovative ideas.#engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • jessjoyner13 Feb 15 @ 8:14 PM EST
    A1. Learning and growing with my colleagues and teachers #EngageChat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:14 PM EST
    Yay friend! #engagechat
    In reply to @mrs_stoyko
  • ChouinardJahant Feb 15 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1- Leadership is a skill that requires growth and flexibility. Everyone is different, groups and communities are unique and dynamic and having an open-mind, humility and being cognizant of the needs of these dynamic entities requires development and innovation #EngageChat
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1 Creating or being part of a leadership culture that when you leave the innovation continues...👏🏾💪🏾🔥 #engagechat
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Good to see you Jim! #EngageChat
    In reply to @JKatzaman
  • CrownRoyal06 Feb 15 @ 8:15 PM EST
    Leaders growing and building their capacity in the area of leadership to impact growth and possibly change in themselves and others. #engagechat #capacity #growth
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • NameyEquityHCPS Feb 15 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1: building on strengths and extending capacity to lead opportunities, growth and achievement of others. #engagechat
  • pushboundEDU Feb 15 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1: Being proactively prepared for adversity. Knowing how to navigate the difficult times. #engagechat #sldunktank
  • VNixon1988 Feb 15 @ 8:15 PM EST
    A1. Discovering & cultivating the leadership ability in a person by reinforcing the leadership skills they already possess & to teach them new ones. #engagechat
  • FoleyKev Feb 15 @ 8:16 PM EST
    Kevin joining from Ireland #EngageChat
    In reply to @daviswelcome, @snordenWSUproud
  • gdorn1 Feb 15 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1. Leadership development- Working in variuos areas of leadership to guide learners, listen to needs of group, and help create leaders #engagechat
  • rbreyer51 Feb 15 @ 8:16 PM EST
  • mr_henry_lee Feb 15 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1: It means to me helping people to draw out their latent potential to become good or better at what they are supposed to do in their area of work. It's an ongoing process, a journey, not a destination. #engagechat
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1: Matching strengths with opportunities and creating a culture of reflection #EngageChat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:16 PM EST
    A1. Leadership is a critical aspect of all social endeavors. In schools, talented leadership is essential to S achievement. Leadership impacts all facets of education: T motivation, the conditions & environment in which T&L occurs, & interactions with the community. #engagechat
  • RebeccaCoda Feb 15 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A1: Mentorship is key in the development of leaders. Intentionality is a key ingredient! #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:17 PM EST
    Question 2 coming up ... #EngageChat
  • sciencepittstop Feb 15 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A1: Leadership development to me means that I, and those around me, are doing things to enhance the way we reach others, whether it is through our own professional development or helping others with theirs. #engagechat
  • ChouinardJahant Feb 15 @ 8:17 PM EST
    A1 #engagechat I have worked with leaders who firmly plant in place b/c it has worked in the past. But the fluidity & mosaic of schools requires leadership to progress and often rapidly. The best leaders remain developing with the understanding they are servants of the community
  • MrsBriggsHHE Feb 15 @ 8:18 PM EST
    I agree with your description of leadership. We all have different skills & strengths and are all capable of leading & serving in different capacities. Shared talents...shared leadership. #engagechat
    In reply to @VNixon1988
  • ChouinardJahant Feb 15 @ 8:18 PM EST
    It’s always nice to be home. #EngageChat
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • WmStubbs Feb 15 @ 8:18 PM EST
    William Stubbs joining from OKC... #EngageChat
  • LemarrTreadwell Feb 15 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A1. Developing leaders not followers. #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:18 PM EST
    Q2: What are three attributes of an effective leader? #engagechat
  • FoleyKev Feb 15 @ 8:18 PM EST
    A1.I am a recently retired Teaching Principal .I was a school leader for 32 years #EngageChat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:18 PM EST
    I love this. Culture of reflection! Leaders know what their strengths are and can see the strengths in others, especially when they might be different from their own. #engagechat
    In reply to @mrs_stoyko
  • jlpuuri Feb 15 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A1: Leadership development to me is reflecting on our practices. Then finding ways to improve. Stepping out and finding workshops, books, etc to support us in the process. #engagechat
  • samueltcollier Feb 15 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A1: Creating a culture so that all can grow, regardless of position or experience. #engagechat
  • JKatzaman Feb 15 @ 8:19 PM EST
    Hi, James. It's always good to get reacquainted on a Friday evening. #EngageChat
    In reply to @jamesvarlack
  • lifeismaikai Feb 15 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A1: Leadership dev for me has come to mean --when an indiv. is ready for/ given the opportunity to grow by participating WILLINGLY in activities that improve the skills, abilities, tools, response (abilities) and confidence to IMPACT OTHERS (not for oneself).#engagechat
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:19 PM EST
    A1.1 Sometimes we have to help others find their leadership gift..that could be the start of the development process #engagechat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    I really like this! Shared leadership! #engagechat
    In reply to @MrsBriggsHHE, @VNixon1988
  • RyanPersaud23 Feb 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2 - Good listener, innovative and relationship builder #EngageChat
  • mexusmx Feb 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: consistent, empathetic, courageous #engagechat
  • tianagracey Feb 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Leadership development is the growth of integrity, commitment, empowerment, relationships, and responsibility. #engagechat
  • kruevans Feb 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: Clarity. Clarity. Clarity. #engagechat
  • MrWheelerMath86 Feb 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: Clear Communication. Clear expectations and passion for what you do. And finally, Firm but Fair. #engagechat
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Yes! This requires a lot of introspection in identifying gaps and intentionality in filling them. #engagechat
    In reply to @VNixon1988
  • mr_henry_lee Feb 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: Ability to listen. Ability to empathise. Ability to galvanise people with a shared vision. #engagechat
  • dogpoundtwo Feb 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: Leaders need to be flexible, able to recognize the gifts and talents of others, and they need to be willing to join in and do the hard work that is asked of others. #engagechat
  • KristenDolen Feb 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2: Authentic listener, continuous learner, and a supporter. #engagechat
  • tianagracey Feb 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A1: Leadership development is the growth of integrity, commitment, empowerment, relationships, and responsibility. #engagechat
  • CoombsWHS Feb 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    A2. Honesty, Selflessness and Availability #engagechat
  • TheTwoRiveras Feb 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Q2: Three attributes of an effective leader: 🗣 Speak boldly 👂🏻Practice active listening ❤️ Love unconditionally #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • MrsBriggsHHE Feb 15 @ 8:20 PM EST
    Q2: 3 Leadership attributes are being approachable...leading by example...and being an open & honest communicator. #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:21 PM EST
  • MrTravisDrake Feb 15 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2 Humbled, driven, and focused. #engagechat
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:21 PM EST
    I'm so thankful for the people who helped me find my inner leader. #engagechat
    In reply to @jamesvarlack
  • gdorn1 Feb 15 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2. Good listener, problem solver, and creating more leaders. #engagechat
  • snordenWSUproud Feb 15 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2: I think leaders have to walk the walk, while knowing, understanding and admitting to limitations of what they can and can’t do, and working with that #engagechat
  • T_HEB Feb 15 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A1 Three attributes: reflective, authentic, and responsive. #Engagechat #Leadupchat
  • chand0061 Feb 15 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2. Accountability, Innovation and good communication. #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • JKatzaman Feb 15 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2 An effective leader listens, learns and acts in the best interests of the team. #leadership #EngageChat
  • tianagracey Feb 15 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2: Affective leaders are responsible, passionate, and inspiring. #engagechat
  • BarbaraGruener Feb 15 @ 8:21 PM EST
    A2: Just 3? 1. Empathy. Someone who listens to understand. 2. Authenticity. Be real. 3. Growth mindset. Someone who models resilience, perseverance, grit and grace. #engagechat
  • NameyEquityHCPS Feb 15 @ 8:22 PM EST
    Just 3?!? (Com)Passion, courage, integrity. #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • ChouinardJahant Feb 15 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A2- 1-Observation and intentional, purposeful listening. 2- response with reaction, staying calm and effective 3-humility and sound judgement (knowing when to step aside and let others lead) #EngageChat
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:22 PM EST
    That's the hard part - recognizing and valuing the individuality in others instead of seeing them as flawed versions of ourselves. #engagechat
    In reply to @MrsGodsiff
  • rbreyer51 Feb 15 @ 8:22 PM EST
    A1: they have a clear vision, effective communication, and strong relationship building skills. #engagechat
  • CrownRoyal06 Feb 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2 Heart, Vision and Integrity #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Awesome Mary! We have leaders everywhere...sometimes they just need a little push and care #EngageChat
    In reply to @mrs_stoyko
  • jessjoyner13 Feb 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2. Effective leaders possess commitment, passion, accountability and creativity #engagechat
  • TarniaCovooper Feb 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A1: Leadership development is a complex process. It includes recognizing different ways that people can lead. #engagechat
  • T_HEB Feb 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
    We can't lose sight of that no matter our role in schools. An edu leader can be a positive role model for the culture they want to see. #LifeLongLearning #Engagechat
    In reply to @jeanniejinglinl
  • Mrs_Gilchrist Feb 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2: Three attributes of an effective leader: Seeks to serve Builds relationships Empowers #engagechat https://t.co/k696ARM08x
  • LemarrTreadwell Feb 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2. Get off the bandwagon. Abandon a current successful practice for future success. Intentional diverse social-network. #engagechat
  • lethajhenry Feb 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2- Effective leaders are as skilled at stepping back as they are at stepping forward. They're keen observers and listeners. They're invested. #engagechat
  • CoombsWHS Feb 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
    Amen #engagechat
    • rbreyer51 Feb 15 @ 8:22 PM EST
      A1: they have a clear vision, effective communication, and strong relationship building skills. #engagechat
  • samueltcollier Feb 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A2: 1.) Effective communicator 2.) We not me attitude 3.) Open minded and thinks outside of the box #engagechat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
    A1. Power must be handled carefully & the balance bw influence & confidence maintained. The main principles of education in schools have to be respected: maturity when dealing with Ts, Ss & parents, & acceptance of oneself & of others has to be practised. #engagechat
  • melissalstager Feb 15 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A2: I think it’s dependent on what an organization needs, but no matter what, the leader needs to be a good person. #engagechat
  • T_HEB Feb 15 @ 8:24 PM EST
    I need a rapid fire like button for these attributes. So many aspects of leadership that need to be honed. #Engagechat
  • RebeccaCoda Feb 15 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A2: Effective leaders build more leaders, maintain balance and lead with high expectations. #engagechat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A2: Relational trust. Vulnerability. And Courage. #engagechat
  • ChouinardJahant Feb 15 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A2- #engagechat simply - love, compassion and selflessness
  • sciencepittstop Feb 15 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A2: An effective leader 1) strives to truly know the people they lead, 2) actively listens to the people in their team, and 3) encourages professional growth in their team. #engagechat
  • rbreyer51 Feb 15 @ 8:24 PM EST
    And it fosters and builds upon the strengths of each individual. It starts with relationships and knowing your people. #EngageChat
    In reply to @jeanniejinglinl
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:24 PM EST
    A2: Relational trust. Vulnerability. And Courage. #engagechat
  • WmStubbs Feb 15 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A2: One who listens, one who inspires and one who reflects...#EngageChat
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A2 Humble, Hungry and Self-Aware 🔥💪🏾👊🏽#engagechat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:25 PM EST
  • melissalstager Feb 15 @ 8:25 PM EST
    A1: it’s about empowering people to be more and do better, while giving support, guidance, and targeted skill building support #engagechat
  • ChouinardJahant Feb 15 @ 8:25 PM EST
    This group #engagechat is amazing- every one of you is a leader, a mover and shaker and I am so happy to have you in my PLN
  • TheTwoRiveras Feb 15 @ 8:26 PM EST
    YES!!!! #engagechat
    In reply to @jamesvarlack
  • _TomGReid Feb 15 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A1) It involves a deep self assessment to start, and then particular attention those ares that need it the most. Consider the five major headings of character, competence, compassion, communication, and commitment. There are 229 total elements by my count. #engagechat
  • T_HEB Feb 15 @ 8:26 PM EST
    From vulnerability comes the opportunity to engage in critical conversation of craft and the fostering of belonging. #Engagechat
    In reply to @MrsGodsiff
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:26 PM EST
    A2: 1. Clear & consistent communication 2. Creativity with resources 3. Compassion &empathy for adults and children (just for you @MrsGodsiff) #EngageChat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:26 PM EST
  • snordenWSUproud Feb 15 @ 8:26 PM EST
    Humble. Nail on head. #EngageChat
    In reply to @jamesvarlack
  • woodard_julie Feb 15 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A1 interesting question ... always learning- always listening - always responding - and attending to your charges #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Question 3 coming up ...#EngageChat
  • VNixon1988 Feb 15 @ 8:27 PM EST
    Q2. 1. They create capacity ie they develop other leaders. 2. They are collaborative in nature. 3. They are able to persuade people to put aside their personal goals/agendas in order to achieve organizational goals. #engagechat
  • melissalstager Feb 15 @ 8:27 PM EST
    I like this! #engagechat @lethajhenry
    • lethajhenry Feb 15 @ 8:23 PM EST
      A2- Effective leaders are as skilled at stepping back as they are at stepping forward. They're keen observers and listeners. They're invested. #engagechat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:27 PM EST
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:27 PM EST
    You know it Sharon! #EngageChat
    In reply to @snordenWSUproud
  • lifeismaikai Feb 15 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A2: Strong communicator- their vision,their enthusiasm, their commitment, support of those they serve. Integrity/ Honesty--even when others not "watching"; keeping their word, supporting agreements Accept/Respond well to conflict & challenge assumptions. #engagechat
  • _TomGReid Feb 15 @ 8:27 PM EST
    A2) They include being self aware, situationally aware, and a constant learner - but three is far too limited to describe all of the attributes a sustained leader needs. #engagechat
  • woodard_julie Feb 15 @ 8:28 PM EST
  • tyarnold18 Feb 15 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A2: relationship builder, trustworthiness, and innovator. #engagechat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Right back at you! I couldn't do what I do with out you #engagechat
    In reply to @mrs_stoyko
  • CoombsWHS Feb 15 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Repetition and Parallelism #engagechat
    • woodard_julie Feb 15 @ 8:27 PM EST
      A1 interesting question ... always learning- always listening - always responding - and attending to your charges #engagechat
  • Mrs_Gilchrist Feb 15 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Thanks for all of your insights, @daviswelcome and #engagechat friends! I'm off to moderate #edchatPH, but I will read through the rest of the feed later. 💗💗
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Get the T-shirt ready! 👕😂👏🏾🔥#EngageChat
    In reply to @TheTwoRiveras
  • snordenWSUproud Feb 15 @ 8:28 PM EST
    Love Bullet Point number 2. Very Important. #EngageChat
    In reply to @VNixon1988
  • FoleyKev Feb 15 @ 8:28 PM EST
    A2.Good leaders Listen Support Encourage Empathise with and Allow teachers to take chances #EngageChat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Q3: What do you feel is the most important training topic for new leaders? #engagechat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:29 PM EST
  • rbreyer51 Feb 15 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Inspiration is key! If you can’t inspire others, positive change will never occur! #EngageChat
    In reply to @WmStubbs
  • Mrs_Gilchrist Feb 15 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Thanks, Julie! 💖🙌💖 #engagechat
    In reply to @woodard_julie
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:29 PM EST
    I so agree! belonging is key!!! #engagechat
    In reply to @T_HEB
  • _TomGReid Feb 15 @ 8:29 PM EST
    Hey Lemarr - good to see you. Been too long since we've engaged on social media. #engagechat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell
  • MrWheelerMath86 Feb 15 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A2 #engagechat a sense of humor and humility is important too.
  • tyarnold18 Feb 15 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A1: leadership development is putting people in positions that allows them let their talents shine but also putting folks in position to expand their perspectives. #engagechat
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:30 PM EST
  • mexusmx Feb 15 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3: How to be loyal to the absent! Lead with integrity at all times! #engagechat
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:30 PM EST
    😂😂😂 #EngageChat
    In reply to @snordenWSUproud
  • TheTwoRiveras Feb 15 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion! #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • KristenDolen Feb 15 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3: Emotional Intelligence. #engagechat
  • CoombsWHS Feb 15 @ 8:30 PM EST
    A3: The importance of humility and listening to your stakeholders #engagechat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3: Relational trust! #engagechat
  • kruevans Feb 15 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3: The importance of being kind and flexible. #engagechat
  • tianagracey Feb 15 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3: New leaders need to know they are not alone. #engagechat
  • ChouinardJahant Feb 15 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3- Communication without judgement and learning how to respond not react. If they can grow interpersonal skills, mindfulness strategies- great leadership will emerge #EngageChat
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Love this! #EngageChat
    In reply to @jessjoyner13
  • woodard_julie Feb 15 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A2 Inspirational ⛄️ encouraging ☃️supportive ⛄️ honest and a person of integrity- yes, I know, five traits of a great leader ⛄️#engagechat
  • LemarrTreadwell Feb 15 @ 8:31 PM EST
    A3. Loneliness of leadership. #engagechat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:31 PM EST
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:31 PM EST
    Good to see you Tom! #EngageChat
    In reply to @_TomGReid
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:31 PM EST
    All of these! #engagechat
    In reply to @MrsGodsiff
  • MrsBriggsHHE Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A3: I think the most important training new leaders can get is understanding the need to coach others, ability to appreciate differences among their staff and engage in the art of positive communication. #engagechat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
  • JKatzaman Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A3 New leaders must learn effective communication, starting with active listening. Without that, there is no effective #leadership. #EngageChat
  • sciencepittstop Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A3: Relationship building #engagechat
  • ChrisQuinn64 Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A2: The most effective leader is a servant...one who listens, cares, shares, helps, loves, gives from the heart and is guided by a sense of compassion and commitment. #engagechat
  • yainping Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Thanks for sharing. Personally, this model suggests character is the foundation of quality. #leadership. #engagechat
    In reply to @lifeismaikai
  • BarbaraGruener Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A3: Ummmm, how about Self Care: What's Your Plan BE? We cannot serve from an empty vessel. Some #mindfulness practice strategies would serve to help the flow so that leaders can overflow. https://t.co/aGgyrBNqkT #engagechat
  • Fultonofscience Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A3: Training in effective teaching practices would be the most important topic for new leaders. They can then help their teachers improve by passing on the effective methods (esp, #Spacedrepetition #retrievalpractice) #engagechat
  • gilmour_mike Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A2: integrity, empathy, resilience #EngageChat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    This is very true. I really like the part about mindfulness too -- often a missing piece to the puzzle. #engagechat
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • gdorn1 Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A3. The ability to inpire or motivate. #engagechat
  • dogpoundtwo Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A3: I think it is important for new leaders to be versed in communications skills. Without being able to effectively communicate a leader does not have the ability to inspire others to discover his/her greatness.. #engagechat
  • LemarrTreadwell Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    Totally agree with you, Tiana. #engagechat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A2. I love this... #engagechat
  • _TomGReid Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A3) Leadership is complex and difficult. You start your leadership journey wherever you are, and progress through experience and training in many relevant areas. Address your most immediate weaknesses first. #engagechat
  • clairecummings Feb 15 @ 8:32 PM EST
    A2: Someone who seeks to understand and encourages everyone no matter their level of mastery #engagechat
  • MrWheelerMath86 Feb 15 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A3 for new leaders coming from the classroom, sped law and Ed law. #engagechat and how to make observation feedback meaningful
  • tyarnold18 Feb 15 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A3: understanding the politics associated with being a school leader. #engagechat
  • RebeccaCoda Feb 15 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A3: One is the most overlooked training topic is leadership adversity. Being prepared for adult misbehavior seems to catch everyone off-guard. We are dealers of hope. #engagechat
  • T_HEB Feb 15 @ 8:33 PM EST
    A3 Empathy is a skill to be nurtured. From this comes the appreciation of others' work, the ability to listen and communicate, creative problem solving, and systems thinking. #Engagechat
  • CrownRoyal06 Feb 15 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3 The importance of loving what you do and how that love impacts all stakeholders. #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • NameyEquityHCPS Feb 15 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3: leadership with an equity lens, inspiring hope in dynamic times, leveraging relationships, cultivating positive and inclusive learning environments. #EngageChat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3. Not sure if this can be taught?? #engagechat
  • samueltcollier Feb 15 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3: Any training that is focused on emotional intelligence or relationship building is vitally important for new leaders. #engagechat
  • chand0061 Feb 15 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3. A good educational leader needs a solid understanding of oneself and should also have confidence. When you believe in yourself, you can accomplish so much more. #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • mr_henry_lee Feb 15 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3: Ask them to reflect on their personal values. Leadership development shouldn't be all about how to do things but also more importantly to me how to be and become a better human being. We don't need new leaders who are just skilled manipulators. #engagechat
  • melissalstager Feb 15 @ 8:34 PM EST
    A3: I think being reflective and understanding what emotions drive behaviors. @BreneBrown #engagechat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:34 PM EST
    Special education (that is inclusive) is often just good education for all #engagechat
    In reply to @MrWheelerMath86
  • clairecummings Feb 15 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A1: Learning and implementing coaching partnership principles #engagechat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:35 PM EST
  • snordenWSUproud Feb 15 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A3: I have so many responses, but I am not sure everything can be taught in PD. That’s why some people are just born... leaders. #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:35 PM EST
    And how to build trust so teachers will receive this coaching and feedback #engagechat
    In reply to @Fultonofscience
  • jessjoyner13 Feb 15 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A3. SpEd law, equity, inclusion #engagechat
  • gilmour_mike Feb 15 @ 8:35 PM EST
    I agree with you that this is a vital attribute, but do you think this can be taught? Or is it an intrinsic characteristic? #engagechat
    In reply to @gdorn1
  • ChrisQuinn64 Feb 15 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A1: Leadership development is the evolution from a focus on ‘me’ and my needs to a focus on the service of others and supporting their needs. #engagechat
  • MrWheelerMath86 Feb 15 @ 8:35 PM EST
    A3 #engagechat they must be grounded personally and professionally.
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:36 PM EST
    At least that is how I see it thanks to @mrs_stoyko She taught me what true inclusion was! #engagechat
    In reply to @MrWheelerMath86, @mrs_stoyko
  • CoombsWHS Feb 15 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Only the School of Hard Knocks #engagechat
  • woodard_julie Feb 15 @ 8:36 PM EST
    A3 - most important training topic right now - I’d say - restorative justice #engagechat
  • gilmour_mike Feb 15 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Absolutely! Communication is a vital skill for all leaders #engagechat
    In reply to @dogpoundtwo
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:36 PM EST
    Question 4 coming up ....#EngageChat
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A3: How to build trust with a multi-generational staff to pave the way for culture-shift #engagechat
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A3 Being a good communicator...I always though that whatever I lacked skill wise can be made up by being able to connect and impact others #engagechat
  • gilmour_mike Feb 15 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Thanks for sharing, very good #engagechat
  • TarniaCovooper Feb 15 @ 8:37 PM EST
    Self care has been something that has come up again and again this week. I think the universe is trying to tell me something! #engagechat
    In reply to @BarbaraGruener
  • T_HEB Feb 15 @ 8:37 PM EST
    A throwback article that connects with tonight's #Engagechat When School Leaders Empower Teachers, Better Ideas Emerge https://t.co/ymK9na11Xe
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:37 PM EST
    We learned together! #engagechat
    In reply to @MrsGodsiff, @MrWheelerMath86
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:38 PM EST
    #EngageChat
    In reply to @snordenWSUproud, @daviswelcome
  • lifeismaikai Feb 15 @ 8:39 PM EST
    A3: New leaders need to find a MENTOR; Given tools to balance innovation/risk/new ideas w/ what is asked of them by building, organization, boards, and the like #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:39 PM EST
    Q4: What are some barriers that prevent effective development opportunities for leaders? #engagechat
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:39 PM EST
    I think this applies to a leader's interactions with children and adults! #engagechat
    In reply to @melissalstager, @BreneBrown
  • lifeismaikai Feb 15 @ 8:40 PM EST
    I would also say it is a challenge when a leader actually believes they have these traits. YIKES! #engagechat
    In reply to @dmvelliaris
  • clairecummings Feb 15 @ 8:40 PM EST
    A3: 5 dysfunctions of a team (great book!) and coaching partnership principles (Jim Knight) #engagechat
  • _TomGReid Feb 15 @ 8:40 PM EST
    Likewise. It has been too long. Great to see you here in #EngageChat
    In reply to @jamesvarlack
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A3.1 How to connect with tenured teachers, teenagers, disgruntled staff members, the community, and making time to take care of yourself and well being...is there one training for all of that? 😂 #engagechat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A4: Fear. And the number one vomit inducing response... "but we have always done it this way." Blah! #engagechat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:41 PM EST
    (My experience) I’m alarmed by the humility deficit in many leaders. Why do we reinforce, recognize & promote the brazen & arrogant, over the humble? Why do we treat admin as celebrities? I’m always in awe of the truly humble–those consistently making sacrifices. #engagechat
    In reply to @Fultonofscience
  • mexusmx Feb 15 @ 8:41 PM EST
  • MrWheelerMath86 Feb 15 @ 8:41 PM EST
    Q4 petty politics and egos #EngageChat
  • WmStubbs Feb 15 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A3: Cultural competence and how to foster a school culture/environment with high expectations...#EngageChat
  • rbreyer51 Feb 15 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A1: Learning to communicate and relate to others. Leadership is about knowing people, their passions, and strengths. Leaders know that it takes time to bring around positive change and they know how to work with others to get it done. #engagechat
  • CoombsWHS Feb 15 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A4. Entrenched ideas of staff development and a lack of creativity #engagechat
  • snordenWSUproud Feb 15 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A4: laws, government regulations, fear of failure, time, money, lack of experience. I’m not a principal m... just guessing. 😉 #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • tyarnold18 Feb 15 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A3: understanding the politics associated with being a school leader. You walk a fine line. Its vital to understand how to spur change but have others feel as though they were stirring the process. #engagechat
  • JKatzaman Feb 15 @ 8:41 PM EST
    A4 Leaders need the support and guidance of their own leaders to become great on their own. Leadership begets #leadership. #Engagechat
  • LemarrTreadwell Feb 15 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A4. We've always done it this way. Your idea is really naive. Formal training. #engagechat
  • ChouinardJahant Feb 15 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A4- I think a huge barrier can be ego. Leadership is empowering and often with empowerment comes a drive so focused that blinders go up and a vision of good intentions gets lost #EngageChat staying collaborative and interactive is key.
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:42 PM EST
    YES!!! YES!!! YES!!! #engagechat
    In reply to @mrs_stoyko, @melissalstager, @BreneBrown
  • CrownRoyal06 Feb 15 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A4: Pride - some leaders feel like they have arrived, PD that is not differentiated based on leaders’ needs #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • ChrisQuinn64 Feb 15 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A3: The most important training topic for new leaders...EMPATHY...first step to great leadership...’walk a mile in another’s shoes’! #engagechat
  • mexusmx Feb 15 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A4: Over-dependence on hierarchy and "The Way We've Always Done It" will limit leadership development. #engagechat
  • T_HEB Feb 15 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A4 A barrier that prevents effective leadership development is not trusting those around you. Keeps one too busy and takes away from reflection and relational connections. #Engagechat
  • gdorn1 Feb 15 @ 8:42 PM EST
    A4. Control, afraid of risk taking, trust, lack of relationships. #engagechat
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A3: creating equity in opportunity #engagechat
  • BarbaraGruener Feb 15 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A4: Negative self-talk, lack of confidence, pride, fixed mindsets, rigidity, irresponsibility, dishonesty. #engagechat
  • eujon_anderson Feb 15 @ 8:43 PM EST
    Coming in late on this chat session. Great topic and will be taking notes. #EngageChat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:43 PM EST
    oh my YES!!! #engagechat
    In reply to @jamesvarlack
  • NameyEquityHCPS Feb 15 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A4: time above all; capacity of those that lead the learning, demands of high-intensity roles. It’s hard to press pause on the “doing” to focus on personal growth. We are natural “doers” in our work. #engagechat
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A4 Time is a definitely a barrier...when we make ourselves always available, then we eventually become unavailable ⏰ #engagechat
  • dogpoundtwo Feb 15 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A4: I think group think us a barrier. It is easy for leaders to get indoctrinated into the “we have always done it this way club.” Innovation, being willing to listen and recognize great ideas; even if they’re not yours is important in a leader. #engagechat
  • LemarrTreadwell Feb 15 @ 8:43 PM EST
    I'm with you on these, John. #engagechat
    • mexusmx Feb 15 @ 8:42 PM EST
      A4: Over-dependence on hierarchy and "The Way We've Always Done It" will limit leadership development. #engagechat
  • _TomGReid Feb 15 @ 8:43 PM EST
    A4) Again so many!! Failure to develop from strengths, failing to maintain a moral character, too many charlatans pretending to peddle leadership development, "we don't have the budget for that", a weak leadership lexicon, non-leaders filling leadership roles, etc. #engagechat
  • tyarnold18 Feb 15 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A4: not willing to trust others first, fear of stepping into a leadership role, fear of failure, and not understanding what leadership truly is. #EngageChat
  • WmStubbs Feb 15 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A4: Ego!!! Some leaders rest on their laurels, unaware that the times changed... #EngageChat
  • samueltcollier Feb 15 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A4: Close-mindedness is the kryptonite of growth and progress. You HAVE to be willing to change if you want to grow and improve. Think of professional development like technology. What is hot now may be irrelavent in 5 years. #EngageChat
  • melissalstager Feb 15 @ 8:44 PM EST
    A4: A lack of understanding that leadership needs development as well. A failure to devote time to allow leaders to #engagechat
  • mexusmx Feb 15 @ 8:44 PM EST
    Thanks, @LemarrTreadwell Glad to share this space with you as always! #engagechat
    In reply to @LemarrTreadwell, @LemarrTreadwell
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A4.1 Also by saying and committing to those things that are the best...it means saying no to some really good choices for the best #engagechat
  • LemarrTreadwell Feb 15 @ 8:45 PM EST
    I call it the 'bandwagon' William. #engagechat
    • dogpoundtwo Feb 15 @ 8:43 PM EST
      A4: I think group think us a barrier. It is easy for leaders to get indoctrinated into the “we have always done it this way club.” Innovation, being willing to listen and recognize great ideas; even if they’re not yours is important in a leader. #engagechat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:45 PM EST
    That's a good one. It takes skill to know when to say yes and when to say no. Timing is everything! #engagechat
    In reply to @jamesvarlack
  • KristenDolen Feb 15 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A4: I believe if people want to develop; they can. Most barriers are personal barriers or excuses they’ve set up. The culture might not be great to make application, but that’s another story. #engagechat
  • Jessaroo77 Feb 15 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A4. Time. #engagechat
  • VNixon1988 Feb 15 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A4. A campus climate in chaos ie. On the verge of closing due to low academic performance. Insecure leaders who feel threatened by the leadership of others, they will not develop future leaders. Lack of having a mentor. #engagechat
  • CoombsWHS Feb 15 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A4. Lack of funding, time and willpower #engagechat
  • _TomGReid Feb 15 @ 8:45 PM EST
    Non-leaders being placed in leadership roles. Agree - far too common. #engagechat
    In reply to @dmvelliaris, @Fultonofscience
  • melissalstager Feb 15 @ 8:45 PM EST
    A4: A lack of understanding that leadership needs development as well. A failure to devote time to allow leaders to learn to be better at leading #engagechat
  • rbreyer51 Feb 15 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A4: lack of confidence in people’s own leadership ability. Afraid of what others will think or say. #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:46 PM EST
    Last question coming up.... #EngageChat
  • CrownRoyal06 Feb 15 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A4 Sometimes it is hard to lead other leaders if you never walked in their roles/shoes; experiences are crucial when leading certain groups #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • mexusmx Feb 15 @ 8:46 PM EST
    The Kryptonite of Growth and Progress! That would be the mic drop of the evening in my opinion! #engagechat
    In reply to @samueltcollier
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A4. Arrogant leadership = Kryptonite. There’s a fine line bw confidence & arrogance. Arrogance crosses the line of confidence. Arrogant leaders believe they no longer have a need to learn, grow or change. They wholeheartedly believe they’re right & others are wrong. #engagechat
  • jessjoyner13 Feb 15 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A4. Some barriers include lack of funding, lack of time, and being inflexible #EngageChat
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:46 PM EST
    A4: pride, fear, staff resistance #engagechat
  • mr_henry_lee Feb 15 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A4: Assumption that a new leader will he "effectively developed" once he or she completes a course or two.....since it's a journey, they do need companions who are not afraid to give feedback and tell them what they need to hear, not what they want to hear. #engagechat
  • rbreyer51 Feb 15 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A3: Learning to communicate and relate to others. Leadership is about knowing people, their passions, and strengths. Leaders know that it takes time to bring around positive change and they know how to work with others to get it done. #engagechat #beyondthedesk
  • ChrisQuinn64 Feb 15 @ 8:47 PM EST
    A4: Barrier that prevents effective development opportunities for new leaders...not believing in your leaders enough to provide ongoing support...as simple as them knowing that their work is appreciated and that they have a ‘shoulder to lean on’. #engagechat
  • chand0061 Feb 15 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A4. Ignoring the usefulness of mistakes. Mistakes are necessary for growth. #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • rbreyer51 Feb 15 @ 8:48 PM EST
    Thank you, Mike! Appreciate that! #EngageChat
    In reply to @gilmour_mike
  • clairecummings Feb 15 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A4: I feel we don’t give leaders enough space to fail and learn from it. There’s a lot of pressure on them to not fail so it isn’t always looked at as the way to get better. #engagechat
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:48 PM EST
    When we mistake individual performance for the ability to lead. #engagechat
    In reply to @_TomGReid, @dmvelliaris, @Fultonofscience
  • lifeismaikai Feb 15 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A4: Hurdles- when a leader 1. believes they donʻt need to grow; 2. Wonʻt/Doesnʻt listen to otherʻs ideas, input,advice; 3. Wanting to be right; 4. lack of trust or credibility; 5. Not asking for help -- and building collaboration #engagechat
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:48 PM EST
    No doubt Crystal! When I learn to say no and focus on the best, the rest works itself out #Engagechat
    In reply to @MrsGodsiff
  • CoombsWHS Feb 15 @ 8:48 PM EST
    A4. While it's fun to pile on the ego of leaders. Many educators in high-need districts are constantly on their toes trying to keep up. Many P.D. demands are passed down from district as part of CYA #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:49 PM EST
    Q5: What does it mean to be a leadership mentor? #engagechat
  • sciencepittstop Feb 15 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A4: Fear of change. In today’s world, change is ongoing and if a leader is afraid of trying something new, then their team could suffer as a result. #EngageChat
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A4. Arrogant leaders feel best when they talk about themselves. They excel at taking normal human interaction into the truly narcissistic realm. They love to share their accomplish­ments; not comfortable listening or holding a conversation on other topics. #engagechat
  • gilmour_mike Feb 15 @ 8:49 PM EST
    A4: over regulation and inefficient processes and policies #EngageChat
  • _TomGReid Feb 15 @ 8:49 PM EST
    I want to agree with you, but I don't want us thinking like a group!! What the heck, I AGREE! #engagechat
    In reply to @dogpoundtwo
  • KyleHamstra Feb 15 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A4: It's highly conceivable that if you haven't walked the same walk, it may be challenging to talk the same talk. #engagechat
  • MrWheelerMath86 Feb 15 @ 8:50 PM EST
    A4 surrounding yourself with yes men.... crownyism.... #EngageChat
  • melissalstager Feb 15 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Everyone needs room to try and not succeed. A failure learned from can eventually be a success! #engagechat
    • clairecummings Feb 15 @ 8:48 PM EST
      A4: I feel we don’t give leaders enough space to fail and learn from it. There’s a lot of pressure on them to not fail so it isn’t always looked at as the way to get better. #engagechat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:50 PM EST
    And that's a tricky skill for most people to learn. I think any great leader that has managed to stay in the game most likely has that skill on lock! The rest just get burnt out and leave. #engagechat
    In reply to @jamesvarlack
  • gilmour_mike Feb 15 @ 8:50 PM EST
    Well said, trust is the foundation of leadership #engagechat
    In reply to @T_HEB
  • LemarrTreadwell Feb 15 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Have a great weekend #EngageChat. Thanks for moderating tonight's chat, Eric. You CRUSHED IT!
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A4. Arrogant leaders have a difficult time saying “I was wrong” or “I didn’t handle that well.” Instead, they explain why others are wrong & how they are right i.e., the whole team & organization is MESSED UP, and that’s why they need to take the actions they do. #engagechat
  • _TomGReid Feb 15 @ 8:51 PM EST
    And too many try to rest on non-existent laurels. If leadership development is so badly broken (and I believe it is) how are we to even begin to conduct leadership selection with any confidence of good results? #EngageChat
    In reply to @WmStubbs
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:51 PM EST
    Sometimes we have to win over the people we need to be connected with the most #EngageChat
    In reply to @mrs_stoyko
  • mexusmx Feb 15 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A5: Creating a safe space for leaders to openly share challenges and brainstorm solutions without judgment! #engagechat
  • CoombsWHS Feb 15 @ 8:51 PM EST
    A5. I'll answer that question with another question: What does it mean to be an educator? Both require selfless dedication to the learning, growth and enrichment of those we serve. #engagechat
  • chand0061 Feb 15 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A5. A mentor shares his or her own personal experiences, insights and knowledge with their mentee. Mentoring isn't focused on specific skills and actions to improve them it's more about overall development.#engagechat
  • ChouinardJahant Feb 15 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A5- I think all leaders have mentors, those who inspire/guide them throughout their lives. They have those near them their counsel & friends who hopefully model mindfulness & growth. We all need a mentor or two these are the relationships that shape us professionally #EngageChat
  • LemarrTreadwell Feb 15 @ 8:52 PM EST
    On trust. Takes years to build. Seconds to break. A lifetime to repair. #engagechat
  • MrWheelerMath86 Feb 15 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A5 to build capacity and see the mentee succeed on their own. Then seeing it paid forward. #engagechat
  • NameyEquityHCPS Feb 15 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A5: being vulnerable enough to share your mistakes, walking the talk, being honest, providing inspiration, and understanding your RESPONSIBILITY in growing the next leaders. #engagechat
  • mr_henry_lee Feb 15 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A5: To avail yourself and walk along with the mentee to listen, guide, advise, encourage, empathise, cry, laugh with him or her so that they know they are not alone on this journey to becoming more effective leaders. #engagechat
  • jeanniejinglinl Feb 15 @ 8:52 PM EST
    #EDET543 A3 Community outreaching and technology combination #engagechat
  • T_HEB Feb 15 @ 8:52 PM EST
    A5 A mentor is there to be a sounding board and a support system. They are adept at giving praise and critical feedback because collegiality is not always congeniality. They are a role model that has built a relationship around trust and a focus on student learning. #engagechat
  • tianagracey Feb 15 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A5: A leadership mentor is someone who provides insightful and useful information gained from experience. #engagechat
  • gdorn1 Feb 15 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A5. Leadership mentor is someone who you meet with as you are becoming a leader, who sits and checks on goals you have set for yourself, where you want to develop areas or needs, etc. #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:53 PM EST
    Love this! #engagechat
    In reply to @ChouinardJahant
  • dmvelliaris Feb 15 @ 8:53 PM EST
    A4. Arrogant leaders are quick to tell how wonderful they are & all the great things they have accomplished, they withhold praise/recognition when others do great work or are successful. It’s hard for them to believe others are worthy of attention & recognition. #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Powerful! #EngageChat
    • mexusmx Feb 15 @ 8:51 PM EST
      A5: Creating a safe space for leaders to openly share challenges and brainstorm solutions without judgment! #engagechat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A5: someone who cares more about investing in others than having followers #engagechat
  • BarbaraGruener Feb 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A5: Taking a chance on potential and being willing to walk alongside of them while modeling the traits you're trying to help them sharpen: Empathy, trustworthiness, grace, equity, respect, contrition, forgiveness, authenticity, passion, courage, joy. #engagechat
  • WmStubbs Feb 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A5: You’ve reached a true leadership level when you lead leaders!! Leadership mentoring goes beyond “do what I say”...it’s more like “live/lead as I’ve led”. Is it Sunday morning-up-in-here??? #Engagechat
  • dogpoundtwo Feb 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A5: Being a leadership mentor means lifting others up. It is looking or opportunities for other people to lead. It means not knowing everything and learning from others. #engagechat
  • CrownRoyal06 Feb 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A5 Practice what you preach. Be the example of excellence. Listen! Observe! Provide feedback! Expose! Reflect! Support! Most of all Love and Be Kind! #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
    Absolutely. #EngageChat
    • sciencepittstop Feb 15 @ 8:49 PM EST
      A4: Fear of change. In today’s world, change is ongoing and if a leader is afraid of trying something new, then their team could suffer as a result. #EngageChat
  • jessjoyner13 Feb 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
    A5. Someone to provide a safe place to talk out and brainstorm and provide inspiration and guidance #EngageChat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:55 PM EST
    Yes! #EngageChat
    • CrownRoyal06 Feb 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
      A5 Practice what you preach. Be the example of excellence. Listen! Observe! Provide feedback! Expose! Reflect! Support! Most of all Love and Be Kind! #engagechat
      In reply to @daviswelcome
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:55 PM EST
    Powerful!!! #EngageChat
    • WmStubbs Feb 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
      A5: You’ve reached a true leadership level when you lead leaders!! Leadership mentoring goes beyond “do what I say”...it’s more like “live/lead as I’ve led”. Is it Sunday morning-up-in-here??? #Engagechat
  • melissalstager Feb 15 @ 8:55 PM EST
    A5: How to have hard conversations. #engagechat
  • ChouinardJahant Feb 15 @ 8:55 PM EST
    Thank you Eric @daviswelcome and #engagechat for another amazing chat. I love Fridays!
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:55 PM EST
    You got it! #EngageChat
    • jessjoyner13 Feb 15 @ 8:54 PM EST
      A5. Someone to provide a safe place to talk out and brainstorm and provide inspiration and guidance #EngageChat
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:55 PM EST
    I think these issues are far more challenging to overcome than logistical and financial barriers. Those can usually be solved with resourcefulness. Trust-building and culture shifting take far more time and effort! #engagechat
    In reply to @VNixon1988
  • samueltcollier Feb 15 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A5: Being a mentor means to be selfless, open to two-way learning, and having a firm belief about the importance of collaboration. #EngageChat
  • rbreyer51 Feb 15 @ 8:56 PM EST
    A5: Investing in young leaders by sharing your knowledge from your own experiences, help them develop their strengths, and learning to recognize hurdles and obstacles, so they can become successful leaders. #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Thank you, my friend! #EngageChat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:56 PM EST
    Absolutely! #EngageChat
    • rbreyer51 Feb 15 @ 8:56 PM EST
      A5: Investing in young leaders by sharing your knowledge from your own experiences, help them develop their strengths, and learning to recognize hurdles and obstacles, so they can become successful leaders. #engagechat
  • jeanniejinglinl Feb 15 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A1: It is about learning how to be a model in many different perspectives and also the packaged skills sharpening on building a community with mutual support and collaboration. #ENGAGECHAT #EDET543
  • sciencepittstop Feb 15 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A5: This is interesting because I almost answered 4 by saying proximity to an effective mentor. I think an effective mentor is one that models all of the traits that we’ve been presenting and wants to see others exhibit those traits as well. #EngageChat
  • gdorn1 Feb 15 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Thank You! #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:57 PM EST
    Thank you for your great participation. See you next week! #engagechat
  • mtartaro Feb 15 @ 8:57 PM EST
  • VNixon1988 Feb 15 @ 8:57 PM EST
    A5. Someone who is genuinely interested in discovering & enhancing the leadership potential in others. They are someone who serves as a coach & coaches others to improve through reciprocal feedback. They are also honest but caring. #engagechat
  • melissalstager Feb 15 @ 8:58 PM EST
    @daviswelcome Thank you for a good chat at the end of a long but productive day! #engagechat
  • MrsGodsiff Feb 15 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Thank you! #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • jeanniejinglinl Feb 15 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A2 1. Grit(From the book by Angela Duckworth)-The Power of Passion and Perseverance 2. Integrity 3. Influence/Communication Power #EDET543 #ENGAGECHAT
  • jamesvarlack Feb 15 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A5 Being able to help grow and bring out leadership qualities in others...and always striving to stay humble and pay it forward #engagechat
  • mgrosstaylor Feb 15 @ 8:58 PM EST
  • MrWheelerMath86 Feb 15 @ 8:58 PM EST
    Thank you for moderating tonight! #engagechat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • eujon_anderson Feb 15 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A4. Besides leaders getting in their own way, they have to admit the development they need. Just because you have a leadership role doesn’t mean you know it all. Shy away from pride, don’t be afraid get help from other seasoned teachers, find time to learn #EngageChat
  • JD_SHE_AP Feb 15 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A4 Leaders who see building leadership capacity in others or emerging leaders as a threat to their own leadership #EngageChat
    In reply to @daviswelcome
  • ChrisQuinn64 Feb 15 @ 8:58 PM EST
    A5: A leadership mentor is someone who believes in the aspiring or new leader and who challenges and supports that leader in ways that gives her/him the courage to embrace and lead change toward a better tomorrow. #engagechat
  • daviswelcome - Moderator Feb 15 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Thank you! Have a great weekend! #EngageChat
    In reply to @MrWheelerMath86
  • _TomGReid Feb 15 @ 8:59 PM EST
    A5) I guess I'm struggling with an answer because as a leader, your primary job is to develop other leaders. You are, by definition a mentor when you are a leader. Nothing should change; you should be the best YOU (the best leader) you can possibly be & develop others #engagechat
  • mtartaro Feb 15 @ 8:59 PM EST
    A4 - Bureaucracy! #EngageChat
  • CoombsWHS Feb 15 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Thank You! #engagechat
  • mrs_stoyko Feb 15 @ 8:59 PM EST
    A5: Someone who holds a space for growth and reflection. Someone who knows when to create cognitive challenge and when to take a step back and encourage. #EngageChat
  • jeanniejinglinl Feb 15 @ 8:59 PM EST
    #engagechat #EDET543 This is a question I am truly not aware of and would like to hear from friends here.
  • jessjoyner13 Feb 15 @ 8:59 PM EST
    Thank you for moderating a great chat tonight!! #EngageChat
    In reply to @daviswelcome