#ALedchat is a weekly chat on Twitter about education topics. It is held each Monday from 9-10pmCST. While the discussion on #ALedchat continues on Twitter well beyond our weekly one-hour chat session, this platform affords us the opportunity to extend, expand and share the conversation with an even greater audience. Educators from across the state of Alabama, and the world, can come here to find encouragement, support, resources, professional growth opportunities and advice, while providing the same to their colleagues.
Dr. Matt Kiser, Principal of @EdgewoodElem in the @HomewoodSchools , Co-Moderator of #ALedchat, Professor in the IL Department at UWA, Tweeting from home in the Birmingham, AL area. Getting pumped to learn from some of the best in the BIZ!
Dr. Matt Kiser, Principal of @EdgewoodElem in the @HomewoodSchools , Co-Moderator of #ALedchat, Professor in the IL Department at UWA, Tweeting from home in the Birmingham, AL area. Getting pumped to learn from some of the best in the BIZ!
Corey, Account Executive with @SAFARIMontage , former educator and curriculum administrator tweeting tonight from Daytona Beach #Florida, here for a meeting with @volusiaschools tomorrow #aledchat
I’m always thankful for students who come up to me, hug me, then tell me they wish they were still in my class, they miss me, or if I can be their teacher again. It’s humbling to be loved & appreciated. #ALEdchat
Hey Kimberly! If WonderWoman were a real person (assuming she is just a fictious character at this point) @KimberBlodgett would be her! She is an #edurockstar! #ALedchat So glad to see you, my friend!
A1 I am thankful for the times I call students to my office and they realize 1) they aren’t in trouble 2) I am going to celebrate a positive thing they did 3) their parent’s reaction #ALedchat
A1: So many breakthroughs this year, but I would say that using PBIS to fidelity @EdgewoodElem has really made a positive impact. It is great to recognize ALL students for their contributions to the BEST ME movement daily #ALedchat#eesbestme
A1: One of my most favorite moments is our welcome video for the Ss this year. Every person in our building did a welcome clip to play for Ss on the first day emphasizing relationships. #exceptional.
A1 I’m thankful for the love my students give and shower me daily. The love that that they show me and the grace filled passion they Give amazes me. #ALedchat
A1: their excitement every time they step foot in the classroom. Teaching multiple grades this year has been so energizing for me and I think the kids take my energy and run with it! #ALedchat
A1 I am thankful for the times I call students to my office and they realize 1) they aren’t in trouble 2) I am going to celebrate a positive thing they did 3) their parent’s reaction #ALedchat
A1: it has to be the moment I returned after being gone 3 days for training & all the hugs I received, notes, cards, flowers, etc. I felt famous for a second. They missed me so much. It reminded me I am their person. #Aledchat
A1: Thankful to use Power Hour in middle of day to build relationships, discuss college, talk future, laugh, and listen to students this year #ALedchat
A1- I am@most thankful for a group that brought me a student who was being bullied. They made the student come tell@and were there to support hem@the whole time. #ALedchat
A1: It's difficult to narrow it down to one moment. I'm thankful for each of my Ss. I'm thankful for the relationships that I've made with them. I truly am thankful for being able to serve students every day. #aledchat
A1 Going with a recent memory...I am thankful for sts that come back for reunions and express their deep connection to our school & how Bellaire HS gave them the scaffolding to be successful. #AlEdChat
A1 we had #ChallengeDay for the first time this year. I saw tons of kids touch and care for one another. It touched my heart and made me thankful to be in Florence City 💙❤️ #aledchat
A1: Our students have adopted @BellaireHigh to help buy shoes for flood victims, as well as $$ for Hoover Helps, a food pantry service for Ss in our district. #ALedchat
Hello Everyone! Better late than never, but I had a very special guy arriving home from T-town tonight, and I've had trouble looking away from him! #RollTide 🐘❤️ Alyson Carpenter, Athens City Schools #aledchat
A1: it has to be the moment I returned after being gone 3 days for training & all the hugs I received, notes, cards, flowers, etc. I felt famous for a second. They missed me so much. It reminded me I am their person. #Aledchat
Absolutely! Regardless of the day to behavior they continue to lift/build the friend up & see the good. They see who the friend is becoming & they want to be a part of helping that friend to get there. #ALedchat
A2: I am thankful for our new PTO. which is something we have not had in many years. They have been very active and are doing great things for our kiddos. #ALedchat
Super thankful for the @PTOedgewood ! They ROCK! They are always stepping up to help our teachers and students! We also love @tacomama and @ohenrys . They always answer the call to make sure we support everyone @EdgewoodElem#ALedchat
A2: we began a Student of the Month program this year & our PTF officers went out to local businesses to get sponsorships from local businesses in @AthensAL to cover our gift cards for our students each month. #Aledchat
A2: Character is education-based, community embraced. Positive & active engagement from community in promoting & advocating character & life skills #aledchat
Hello Everyone! Better late than never, but I had a very special guy arriving home from T-town tonight, and I've had trouble looking away from him! #RollTide 🐘❤️ Alyson Carpenter, Athens City Schools #aledchat
A2 We had a school from MA partner with our school and pour out love and support for our Ss and staff after Harvey. The support they showed was amazing! #ALedchat
As an ITC, I’m thankful for the support #TCSLearns gives me as I continue to settle into my new position. The support I receive across the system is an example of how no one becomes a success without a heap of supporters. #ALEdchat
A2: we have a local teacher store that lets teachers go charge items there and our PTA pays the balance for us. That's at beginning of year and it's so helpful! #Aledchat
A2: I am thankful for the partnership that we have with our police officers and firemen. Having their presence in our building daily is amazing. The impact that it has on Ss, Ts, and the community is awesome. #aledchat
A2: I am thankful for @UABDeptofCI and their passion for STEAM integration! We partner together to expose pre-service T's to STEAM education and then they go out and facilitate STEAM explorations w/ our S's! Win-win! #ALedchat
A2: We are blessd with so many wonderful relationships within our community! Our PTO rocks. Our Adopt-a-School partners are phenomenal (shoutouts @Cfa_northport & Raymond James)#aledchat
A2: I am thankful for the partnership that we have with our police officers and firemen. Having their presence in our building daily is amazing. The impact that it has on Ss, Ts, and the community is awesome. #aledchat
I am thankful for the opportunity that our students had at the World of Works. They were able to explore the different career paths and discover which ones they are passionate about. #ALedchat
That's so cool! Dynamic leadership lays a strong foundation for groups like the PTO to understand where the needs are and how they can help fill the gaps #ALedchat
A2: I am thankful for our new PTO. which is something we have not had in many years. They have been very active and are doing great things for our kiddos. #ALedchat
A2: Our PTA has been fantastic in supporting our students, staff, & campus community this year. They go above & beyond even in the smallest of details. Makes a big difference! Thankful for a local church that donates weekend snacks for families so no one goes hungry #ALedchat
A2 Thankful for all of our community partners who support our school's academics, arts, and athletics - they help strengthen our total school program #aledchat
A2: many to be thankful for, but one in particular has to be Swamp Monster BBQ. Food Truck Friday’s have been an awesome addition for our staff. Culture builder for sure! I️t helps that the BBQ is incredible too. Very thankful for their support. #ALEdchat
A2: I am thankful for the partnership that we have with our police officers and firemen. Having their presence in our building daily is amazing. The impact that it has on Ss, Ts, and the community is awesome. #aledchat
A2: So hard to name just one. Parents, area churches, local businesses, our Chamber of Commerce...They all buy in to our school's vision. Thankful for that!#Aledchat
A2: we have a local teacher store that lets teachers go charge items there and our PTA pays the balance for us. That's at beginning of year and it's so helpful! #Aledchat
A2: So many.... Thankful for the support for @ortotter & Ss to be able to build a new sensory garden for our students in the self-contained classroom. #ALedchat
Q3: Many of us spend more time with our school families than our own, but that does not diminish the importance of our families.. What about your home family are you most thankful for so far this year? #ALedchat
A2: So hard to name just one. Parents, area churches, local businesses, our Chamber of Commerce...They all buy in to our school's vision. Thankful for that!#Aledchat
A2: Our admin staff gives a birthday card to each employee during their birthday month. Community restaurants provide a gift card for each birthday card. Staff LOVES it! #ALedchat
Q2. Our PTO partners w/ families and business and funds teacher grants. If a teacher at our school has a great idea, they fund it and give them the space to try innovative ideas! Grants can be requested up to $3,000 #ALEdChat
A2: This question gives me too many feelings. I’m thankful for every member of the community I teach in. This community is supportive, nurturing, and very close. I’m grateful every day for the chance to learn from not only my colleagues, but also the parents of my kids! #ALedchat
A2: Also thankful for @DonorsChoose that allowed community members to invest in equipping our kinder kiddos with books for a kinder literacy library! #ALedchat
Q3: Many of us spend more time with our school families than our own, but that does not diminish the importance of our families.. What about your home family are you most thankful for so far this year? #ALedchat
A3: I love that my family uses our school hashtag, #exceptional! My cousin @bethrotull is the BEST at this! Also love how they volunteer and try to integrate themselves as much as possible! #aledchat
A2: I am thankful for the partnership that we have with our police officers and firemen. Having their presence in our building daily is amazing. The impact that it has on Ss, Ts, and the community is awesome. #aledchat
My 1st grader Jack is reading everything he can get his hands on! It is my favorite part of the night. As an educator, it is so good to see that love of learning blossoming in my own son. Thankful for a wonderful teacher! #ALedchat
Q3: Many of us spend more time with our school families than our own, but that does not diminish the importance of our families.. What about your home family are you most thankful for so far this year? #ALedchat
A3: There is not enough room, but most of all the love and support of what I do, and thankful that we can share life together! It’s important to cherish time, time is something that can’t be taken away. We must make the most of it.#ALedchat
Q3: Many of us spend more time with our school families than our own, but that does not diminish the importance of our families.. What about your home family are you most thankful for so far this year? #ALedchat
A3- my son was paralyzed in a car wreck 10
Years ago today. He has since got a college degree and is working in a high school here in sped. I’m so thankful he is still here and so productive #ALedchat
Q3: Many of us spend more time with our school families than our own, but that does not diminish the importance of our families.. What about your home family are you most thankful for so far this year? #ALedchat
A3: I love that my family uses our school hashtag, #exceptional! My cousin @bethrotull is the BEST at this! Also love how they volunteer and try to integrate themselves as much as possible! #aledchat
Q3: Many of us spend more time with our school families than our own, but that does not diminish the importance of our families.. What about your home family are you most thankful for so far this year? #ALedchat
This is so important and powerful; when our families understand this is what we are called to do, not just a job, we are able to maximize our impact on the teachers and students we serve #ALedchat
A3: I am thankful for the love and support that my family has shown me. In addition to being a school administrator, I'm also a doctoral student. My husband and children are my biggest cheerleaders. I love them so much! #aledchat
A3: I am thankful for my beautiful wife who is also an educator each day & my awesome twin boys that make me a better father & educator everyday. #Aledchat
A2: Our admin staff gives a birthday card to each employee during their birthday month. Community restaurants provide a gift card for each birthday card. Staff LOVES it! #ALedchat
A3 My family may not understand everything I do. However, my family continues where we left off the time before. They continuously support me whether they understand circumstances or not. #ALedchat
Q3: Many of us spend more time with our school families than our own, but that does not diminish the importance of our families.. What about your home family are you most thankful for so far this year? #ALedchat
A3:I am thankful for my home family because they are always supportive of my career. They understand that it’s a calling and not just a “job.” #ALedchat
Q3: Many of us spend more time with our school families than our own, but that does not diminish the importance of our families.. What about your home family are you most thankful for so far this year? #ALedchat
A3: patience from my husband, daily joy about school from my kindergartener, and the occasional nap with my 1 year old who is forever #teamnonap#ALedchat
A3: What I appreciate most is that my family understands the tremendous responsibility of educators’ work & values the investment educators are making to impact & serve others. Constant support & encouragement! #ALedchat
A3: I am thankful for a family that understands my passion & doesn't fuss (too much) about work at home. ha. They bring joy to my world! I am also pretty attached to a boxer fur baby named Chloe who gives unconditional love. 🐶❤️ #ALedchat
Q3: Many of us spend more time with our school families than our own, but that does not diminish the importance of our families.. What about your home family are you most thankful for so far this year? #ALedchat
The jury is still out on whether they are the 3 Wise Men or the 3 Stooges lol. Seriously, Hef is a great dad and leader and I am proud to call him my friend! #ALedchat
Q3: Many of us spend more time with our school families than our own, but that does not diminish the importance of our families.. What about your home family are you most thankful for so far this year? #ALedchat
A3- my son was paralyzed in a car wreck 10
Years ago today. He has since got a college degree and is working in a high school here in sped. I’m so thankful he is still here and so productive #ALedchat
A3: I'm thankful for opportunities to pray and spend time unencumbered with my family.
Regardless of what my family might hear, they ALL are my motivation #aledchat
A3: What I appreciate most is that my family understands the tremendous responsibility of educators’ work & values the investment educators are making to impact & serve others. Constant support & encouragement! #ALedchat
A3: my family makes me laugh. We laugh together. We dance. We are goofy. No matter the day I have at school, I know an awesome family awaits at home. #ALedchat
I now understand the pressure of being outside of the classroom looking in. I have more respect for principals, directors, coaches (which I am now), etc. Empathy is significant, always. #ALEdchat
That's powerful! She has a great model to follow in @Jennifer_Hogan It is easy to see how far your influence stretches but not much that's more powerful than hitting home with it #ALedchat
A4: I'd have to say that @Jenni_Donohoo's work has really rocked my thinking this year. The power of #CollectiveEfficacy is HUGE-- greater than any barrier we face as educators! #ALedchat
For the first time in my career, I've been forced to delegate and freely depend, it's a must to survive and meet the standard. I've been blessed to always have been surrounded by a great staff. #aledchat
A4 #AlEdChat it’s not new but I’ve focused hard on being very transparent and allowing Ts to see the reasoning behind what I do. This has really bonded me with me staff
A5: Not just saying but applying ➡️ hold others & self to a standard of grace & not perfection. Working hard & trying to make a difference. Leave it all on the table & that is enough. At the end of the day the kiddos know they’re loved & cared about #ALedchat
Agreed! My wife, @CarrieKiser3 , is awesome. She picks up the slack when I am late and let's me do what I need to do without asking why/what's in it for her. She understands that it is what I'm called to do. #blessed#ALedchat#adventuresinkiserland
A4: Learning daily, but lately I have thought a ton abt grace. We have to extend grace to others bc we have been given grace so many times in our lives! #Aledchat
A4 Do it anyway. If it’s worth it for the betterment of students, do it any. Way too many people are not anti-success, they are pro-fear. #JustDoIt#aledchat
Pursuing Ed.S in Teacher Leadership @ UWA has given me a new perspective in regards to how and why my administrators make certain decisions. I am thankful I have been stretched to look at things from a number of dif perspectives. #ALedchat
Ditto! I have never seen a group more collaborative than this crew of elementary administrators! Another great example of #CollectiveEfficacy! #oneAthens#ALedchat
Q5: “A person who never made a mistake never tried to do anything worth doing” What mistake have you made that you are actually thankful for this year? #ALedchat
Pursuing Ed.S in Teacher Leadership @ UWA has given me a new perspective in regards to how and why my administrators make certain decisions. I am thankful I have been stretched to look at things from a number of dif perspectives. #ALedchat
A4: not really work related but I learned to let go of what doesn't help me grow. I held on so tight to things or people that were holding me back. I chose me. I decided. #Aledchat
A4 Not necessarily new wisdom but I am constantly reminded of the invaluable benefit of keeping the main thing, the main thing: Continuously working with our Ss to support their academic, social, emotional, & leadership growth #aledchat
A4: I am thankful for possessing a certain type of patience(on most days) when I’m in the classroom. This patience nurtures those who don’t get it & it creates their own ah-ha moments that last a lifetime. #ALedchat
A4: Not just saying but applying ➡️ hold others & self to a standard of grace & not perfection. Working hard & trying to make a difference. Leave it all on the table & that is enough. At the end of the day the kiddos know they’re loved & cared about #ALedchat
A4: Having been a secondary admin for almost a decade, elementary was new to me in so many ways. Now that I've lived it, I would say the ah-ha for me is that our main job in elem. is ensure students fall in LOVE with school; simple as that. #ALedchat
Ohhh, I’ve made so many! 🤣 Let me see... Recently, I let my fear of not knowing enough about a digital tool steer me away from engaging with my colleagues & giving input in discussions. #ALEdchat
Q5: “A person who never made a mistake never tried to do anything worth doing” What mistake have you made that you are actually thankful for this year? #ALedchat
A4) if Alabama is not looking into @LearningImpact and how vendors/publishers are now all following #IMSGlobal#standards this has been the biggest growth I have seen this year and it's a big deal for schools/districts/teachers/students #ALedchat
A4: as I work with educators around the country i am continually impressed with the dedication and deep commitment of people everywhere. It’s always very humbling #aledchat
A4: I’m trying to make you better today than you were yesterday. That takes different forms. It’s different for everyone. And sometimes not just academic. Little differences over time equal big change. #ALedchat
A5- #AlEdChat I changed the schedule one day and it was disastrous. I apologized to Ts and they were so awesome and forgiving.lt really was a turning point for our staff
Q5: “A person who never made a mistake never tried to do anything worth doing” What mistake have you made that you are actually thankful for this year? #ALedchat
Grace is one of the most powerful tools we have at our disposal; it is not the weak that build bridges and it is powerful to show someone you care about them and are willing to work around a situation #ALedchat
A4: Learning daily, but lately I have thought a ton abt grace. We have to extend grace to others bc we have been given grace so many times in our lives! #Aledchat
A5: ugh I hate mistakes. I learned that when I tell people who depend on me that I messed up they like me more! so I work harder for them! #aledchat cmon @MarkMTuggle
Q5: “A person who never made a mistake never tried to do anything worth doing” What mistake have you made that you are actually thankful for this year? #ALedchat
A4: When I've said what I've need to say, I need to say it again. It feels like overcommunicating to me, but it's necessary for others to get the message. #clarity#ALedchat
Q5: “A person who never made a mistake never tried to do anything worth doing” What mistake have you made that you are actually thankful for this year? #ALedchat
A5: I don’t even know where to begin..I make plenty. I am thankful for a faculty and students that allow them so I can grow into a better leader. I am also happy I’ve learned to say wait. Slow and steady wins the race for me. #ALedchat
Q5: “A person who never made a mistake never tried to do anything worth doing” What mistake have you made that you are actually thankful for this year? #ALedchat
A5: Putting the goals and ambitions of the organization over the needs of an individual; it is easy to count them as collatoral damage at times but each individual plays a vital role; glad to have learned this and now I am more intentional in my decision-making #ALedchat
Q5: “A person who never made a mistake never tried to do anything worth doing” What mistake have you made that you are actually thankful for this year? #ALedchat
A5: So many. I fail daily. I'm thankful that each time my S's are able to see me bounce back/ laugh it off/ etc. and that they have started to do the same! #LearningTogether#aledchat
Q5: “A person who never made a mistake never tried to do anything worth doing” What mistake have you made that you are actually thankful for this year? #ALedchat
A5: We are making big moves and therefore making some big mistakes. Thankfully we have leadership that embraces risk-taking and allows us to "learn along the way!" #aledchat
Q5: “A person who never made a mistake never tried to do anything worth doing” What mistake have you made that you are actually thankful for this year? #ALedchat
Q5: “A person who never made a mistake never tried to do anything worth doing” What mistake have you made that you are actually thankful for this year? #ALedchat
A5: I don’t even know where to begin..I make plenty. I am thankful for a faculty and students that allow them so I can grow into a better leader. I am also happy I’ve learned to say wait. Slow and steady wins the race for me. #ALedchat
Q5: “A person who never made a mistake never tried to do anything worth doing” What mistake have you made that you are actually thankful for this year? #ALedchat
A5: I’ve avoided a certain digital tool in the past. When I became willing to learn more about it, I was able to model it to my students. My students then took it and ran with it. #ALedchat
A5 I shared a really powerful but sort of secret idea with a group that was not my own. Having said that, if it helps kids somewhere else, it still helped a kid. I’m in this to help Florence City kids and kids world wide. If you take it, use it #JustDoIt#aledchat
Q5: “A person who never made a mistake never tried to do anything worth doing” What mistake have you made that you are actually thankful for this year? #ALedchat
Q6: Education changes lives. In what way are you thankful for using education so far this year to change a life, be it student, colleague, adult, or community? #ALedchat
Q5: “A person who never made a mistake never tried to do anything worth doing” What mistake have you made that you are actually thankful for this year? #ALedchat
A5: I make countless mistakes daily. I’ve learned (especially in kinder) that how I respond to these mistakes sets the tone for how my kiddos will perceive their own mistakes & others’ for life (at school & beyond). Mistakes help us grow. #ALedchat
A5: I mess up so often I can't narrow it down. I am thankful for them all. All of them have helped me grow and learn. My mistakes have shaped me into who I am today. And I like me. #Aledchat
A5: We are making big moves and therefore making some big mistakes. Thankfully we have leadership that embraces risk-taking and allows us to "learn along the way!" #aledchat
Q5: “A person who never made a mistake never tried to do anything worth doing” What mistake have you made that you are actually thankful for this year? #ALedchat
A5 I shared a really powerful but sort of secret idea with a group that was not my own. Having said that, if it helps kids somewhere else, it still helped a kid. I’m in this to help Florence City kids and kids world wide. If you take it, use it #JustDoIt#aledchat
A6: Education saves lives in our community & this is not done without caring adults who love students and show them the path to success! #YouMatter#HCSSLI#aledchat
The look I get from a colleague when I’ve introduced them to a new tool or when I receive positive feedback from colleagues about my blog posts... just knowing that I’m helping others makes me more effective & happy. Positivity changes lives. #ALEdchat
Q6: Education changes lives. In what way are you thankful for using education so far this year to change a life, be it student, colleague, adult, or community? #ALedchat
A5: Every mistake I've made has taught me a lesson. I'm a 2nd year admin, so I've made too many mistakes to name here! Nonetheless, I've gained so much knowledge through each one. #aledchat
A5: I’ve avoided a certain digital tool in the past. When I became willing to learn more about it, I was able to model it to my students. My students then took it and ran with it. #ALedchat
A5: I made the mistake of directing traffic during the first few days of school. Problems arose on days that I couldn't be out there, this led to the creation of a crossing position. A win for safety #aledchat
Q6: Education changes lives. In what way are you thankful for using education so far this year to change a life, be it student, colleague, adult, or community? #ALedchat
A6: It has been awesome to be part of the NAC for ETS in Princeton, NJ. I had the opportunity to help re-write the PRAXIS for IL used across the country and in 40 nations worldwide. Going back in January to set cut-scores for the State of Alabama. Hope this helps many #ALedchat
Q6: Education changes lives. In what way are you thankful for using education so far this year to change a life, be it student, colleague, adult, or community? #ALedchat
Q6: Education changes lives. In what way are you thankful for using education so far this year to change a life, be it student, colleague, adult, or community? #ALedchat
I got to be the first guest in a webinar series for aspiring administrators (@jodiepierpoint is the mastermind behind the group). Love getting to help aspiring leaders! #ALedchat
A6 I’m thankful to have the opportunity to educate the students who are the future. Whether I can impact or help solve a problem, I’m grateful. #ALedchat
Q6: Education changes lives. In what way are you thankful for using education so far this year to change a life, be it student, colleague, adult, or community? #ALedchat
A6 #AlEdChat I was able to help a colleague see their potential and they enrolled in ed leadership classes. They will help our system for years to come
Q6: Education changes lives. In what way are you thankful for using education so far this year to change a life, be it student, colleague, adult, or community? #ALedchat
A5 I shared a really powerful but sort of secret idea with a group that was not my own. Having said that, if it helps kids somewhere else, it still helped a kid. I’m in this to help Florence City kids and kids world wide. If you take it, use it #JustDoIt#aledchat
A6: Education, if educators are serving with fully harnessed potential, builds a family that lasts past a school year. It extends throughout a student’s time learning at the campus & beyond. Speaks volumes when kiddos come back with smiles and hugs. #ALedchat
A6: education changes the life of a child every day in my classroom.. but also education changes the lives of my own children. 1 graduated college and is teaching, 2 in college now. I used my education to help them see it's possible. #Aledchat
Nice! I must say that being a professor for the same courses I took as a student has given me a great platform to understand what Ss need; I look forward to it! #ALedchat
How cool! This is my first degree from UWA and I have had nothing but great things to say about the program! I am hoping to start the 18 hr Ed Leadership add on in the spring so maybe I will have opportunity to learn from you!
Q7: As @JackieAFlowers often says, “it’s the little things”. What little thing has someone done for you this year, that is a big thing for you, that you are most grateful for? #ALedchat
A6: I see my students getting accepted to universities across the country. Big time schools. I love writing college recommendations for former students. A reminder every year that education is truly changing lives. #ALedchat
A6: I'm thankful to get to share all of the wonderful things going on in our schools via sm with non-educators. So tired of the negativity about education. There are some awesome things happening in our classrooms! Share it! #alamle#Aledchat
A6: I'm thankful for our @FCSLearn partnership with @Ericthomasbtc this will have a triangular effect on our students, staff, and the community. #aledchat
A6 I have watched some people rise from difficulties to become leaders and step up and literally transform into the leaders they were destined to become. Pressure burst pipes but it also creates diamonds. #ShineBrightLikeA💎#aledchat
A7: I am thankful for a CO staff and the faculty & staff members at each school who encourage me daily and show support through kind words and actions. I could not do it without my school family. #aledchat
A7 - I read a bit of education research. Every time I write to an author/researcher via email or twitter, they are always so gracious with their time and answer all of my questions. #ALedchat
Q7: As @JackieAFlowers often says, “it’s the little things”. What little thing has someone done for you this year, that is a big thing for you, that you are most grateful for? #ALedchat
A7: My curriculum and instruction principal @2lt8 is very patient with me each day. I know that she is for me, not just on my team; there is a difference. She has a great way of keeping me on track and teaching me some of her skills. I am very thankful for her #ALedchat
Q7: As @JackieAFlowers often says, “it’s the little things”. What little thing has someone done for you this year, that is a big thing for you, that you are most grateful for? #ALedchat
A6: I'm thankful for our @FCSLearn partnership with @Ericthomasbtc this will have a triangular effect on our students, staff, and the community. #aledchat
Q6: Education changes lives. In what way are you thankful for using education so far this year to change a life, be it student, colleague, adult, or community? #ALedchat
Q7: As @JackieAFlowers often says, “it’s the little things”. What little thing has someone done for you this year, that is a big thing for you, that you are most grateful for? #ALedchat
A6 I have watched some people rise from difficulties to become leaders and step up and literally transform into the leaders they were destined to become. Pressure burst pipes but it also creates diamonds. #ShineBrightLikeA💎#aledchat
A7: I am most thankful for a handful of colleagues & leadership that listen, hold me accountable, build me back up after a difficult day, & keep challenging me to grow. Blessed for sure! #ALedchat
@DrHancockE is always encouraging, motivating, complimentary, & concerned. She is by far the best boss momma I’ve ever had. Wouldn’t trade her for the world. I think she is part of the reason, if not the reason, I love my job so much. #ALEdchat
Q7: As @JackieAFlowers often says, “it’s the little things”. What little thing has someone done for you this year, that is a big thing for you, that you are most grateful for? #ALedchat
Q6: My colleagues and I have had powerful conversations this year in regards to the world we live in and how we can use our resources to better prepare students for it. #ALedchat
A6 I have watched some people rise from difficulties to become leaders and step up and literally transform into the leaders they were destined to become. Pressure burst pipes but it also creates diamonds. #ShineBrightLikeA💎#aledchat
A7 what’s done in the dark is supposed to come to the light but it’s not always true. Someone simply acknowledging that they see me and what I’m trying to do meant the world. Made me run on a little longer #aledchat
A7: co workers are the best there are no little things when it comes to @Kimberlei12 she always has my back when I think I cant go another minute! #ALedchat
Q7: As @JackieAFlowers often says, “it’s the little things”. What little thing has someone done for you this year, that is a big thing for you, that you are most grateful for? #ALedchat
A7: I’m a words person. The smallest word of encouragement from my Ts, Ss, friends, family make me want to move mountains. I’m thankful for each one. #ALedchat
Q7: As @JackieAFlowers often says, “it’s the little things”. What little thing has someone done for you this year, that is a big thing for you, that you are most grateful for? #ALedchat
A7: I'm so thankful for the kind words, thank you notes & emails of support for what I do as an AP, mentor, blogger, & presenter. They stoke the fire! #ALedchat
Q7: As @JackieAFlowers often says, “it’s the little things”. What little thing has someone done for you this year, that is a big thing for you, that you are most grateful for? #ALedchat
Q7: As @JackieAFlowers often says, “it’s the little things”. What little thing has someone done for you this year, that is a big thing for you, that you are most grateful for? #ALedchat
Q7: As @JackieAFlowers often says, “it’s the little things”. What little thing has someone done for you this year, that is a big thing for you, that you are most grateful for? #ALedchat
Final Q: Our lives are made up of the moments that we experience with the people around us. #ALedchat team is grateful for you. Tell us why you are grateful for the greatest PLN in the world & other relationships in your education world?
A7: Thankful that my colleagues are always there to help out, whether that is listening for a second or loaning me some copy paper ten minutes before start time. 😜 We’ve all been there, right? #ALedchat
Final Q: Our lives are made up of the moments that we experience with the people around us. #ALedchat team is grateful for you. Tell us why you are grateful for the greatest PLN in the world & other relationships in your education world?
Q7: As @JackieAFlowers often says, “it’s the little things”. What little thing has someone done for you this year, that is a big thing for you, that you are most grateful for? #ALedchat
#ALEdchat has connected me with people all over who encourage, motivate, & keep me on my toes. Always advising, promoting new ideas/strategies, & insight into how we can all be better at what we do and who we do it all for. I’m thankful. #ALEdchat
Final Q: Our lives are made up of the moments that we experience with the people around us. #ALedchat team is grateful for you. Tell us why you are grateful for the greatest PLN in the world & other relationships in your education world?
FA: I am thankful that my PLN isn't limited to my home state. I love my #oklaed network, they're amazing! I am thankful that my learning can go beyond state lines Bc that benefits my students and myself. #Aledchat
FA: I’m thankful for the PLN because it makes this big scary world smaller. Connections and supporting one another, and seeing us all with the same goal of loving kids and changing lives, it’s just wonderful! #ALedchat
Final Q: Our lives are made up of the moments that we experience with the people around us. #ALedchat team is grateful for you. Tell us why you are grateful for the greatest PLN in the world & other relationships in your education world?
A8 #ALedchat so happy for the relationships. Being a board member of Clas and AASSP, I’ve met many of you and many of you have greatly impacted me @Jennifer_Hogan is a prime example! Learning a lot from y’all
Final Q: Our lives are made up of the moments that we experience with the people around us. #ALedchat team is grateful for you. Tell us why you are grateful for the greatest PLN in the world & other relationships in your education world?
While subbing for a FACS teacher I've had to demonstrate recipes. When I make mistakes they see me, but then they know it's okay and there are ways to fix those mistakes. #aledchat
FQ: The people who are on twitter WANT to be on twitter. The encouragement & support is awesome & contagious. Thankful for lifting me up daily. Hope I've given back as much as I've received! #ALedchat
FA: I am thankful 4 the #ALedchat PLN because I know each week I am going to leave with more than I came with; it is a buffet of passionate expertise and it is great to know that I have a seat at the table each week with the BEST in the BIZ; I don't take it for granted #ALedchat
Final Q: Our lives are made up of the moments that we experience with the people around us. #ALedchat team is grateful for you. Tell us why you are grateful for the greatest PLN in the world & other relationships in your education world?
Final Q: Our lives are made up of the moments that we experience with the people around us. #ALedchat team is grateful for you. Tell us why you are grateful for the greatest PLN in the world & other relationships in your education world?
A8 #ALedchat so happy for the relationships. Being a board member of Clas and AASSP, I’ve met many of you and many of you have greatly impacted me @Jennifer_Hogan is a prime example! Learning a lot from y’all
Final Q: Our lives are made up of the moments that we experience with the people around us. #ALedchat team is grateful for you. Tell us why you are grateful for the greatest PLN in the world & other relationships in your education world?
FQ: This chat inspires me weekly, helps me grow, pushes me out of my comfort zone, but most importantly provides me with a family of educators who love children and loves helping them succeed! Love you all! Happy 🦃 Day! #aledchat
FA: I am thankful that my PLN isn't limited to my home state. I love my #oklaed network, they're amazing! I am thankful that my learning can go beyond state lines Bc that benefits my students and myself. #Aledchat
FA: thankful bc my twitter feed is constantly full of thought-provoking tweets and articles! My PLN helps me to stay current and constantly grow! #ALEdchat
A8: Final Q: I'm grateful because my PLN and other networks help me continue to grow each day, week and year as I continue to evolve into whatever I'm becoming. #aledchat
FA: The connections! I have "teacher friends" worldwide. We chat, give advice, encourage each other, etc... We all have the same love of students and have the same goals. #Aledchat
