Good evening, I'm Dennis, a Middle School Principal from Long Island, NY. I'm also a member of the #NYEDchat moderating team. It's a privilege to be here tonight!
Hi everyone! I'm Stephanie, a literacy teacher educator, from NY. I am finally here for my first #NYEDchat and am tackling the challenge sent by @mrbgilson! Love it!
Please introduce yourself. Share your name, role in education, and location. Be sure to use #NYEDChat in your tweets. #CelebrateMonday with us tonight. Let your voices light up Twitter as you #FindYourGreatness!
Patrick, a tech coach, colleague, and friend to teachers in Clarke County VA. An advocate for students and technology to enhance their greatness.
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We'll be using the standard Q1/A1 format in tonight's #NYEDChat. Get ready for an hour of engaged learning and great conversation as we #CelebrateMonday with our colleagues.
Phil from Northern Virginia signing in! Great to work with @ERobbPrincipal everyday and thrilled to be here to support him in #nyedchat! I teach 7th grade US History II!
WOW! This is what I mean… GREATNESS begins with SHOWING UP and as I watch the names flash across my #NYEDChat screen I’m more sure about that than ever. Quite inspiring friends!
Hi there! Catherine from Fresno CA. Recent college grad who is going for a masters. Looking forward in learning together. GREATNESS makes everything better. #NYEDchat
Ok question 1: What regular practices do you employ in your classroom that foster students' agency? Do you have any that are explicitly for that purpose? #educacy
A1 To me greatness means being the best that you can be. It is being able to set goals, to achieve them. To me it means being kind, celebrating & uplifting others. It is helping others achieve greatness and leaving a positive impact on the world. Be a difference maker. #NYEDchat
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Greatness evokes a desire to serve students, teachers and parents "Not everybody can be famous but everybody can be great, because greatness is determined by service." --Martin Luther King Jr. @LRobbTeacher@DrMaryHoward#NYEDChat
A1 Greatness means that we have left our thumbprint on those around us in some way that will live beyond ourselves and enrich the lives of others. #NYEDChat#G2Great
A1: Expanding beyond the status quo and pushing yourself and/or others to be beyond the norm and inspire them to be the best possible versions of themselves! #nyedchat
Greatness comes from relentless efforts; whether you’re supporting or the one in action. You can’t give up, and have to believe in yourself and those around you. #NYEDChat
As I expected. We are not even 5 min. into #NYEDChat and we are trending. Yeah team we are lighting up Twitter. There are so many that are flying by that I am sorry if I don't say hello.
A1: "Greatness" evokes thoughts of achieving at levels not thought possible at a point in the past. It is knowing I've done something at a level that equals a mastery level of growth.
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A1 To me greatness means being the best that you can be. It is being able to set goals, to achieve them. To me it means being kind, celebrating & uplifting others. It is helping others achieve greatness and leaving a positive impact on the world. Be a difference maker. #NYEDchat
A1 Greatness isn’t about being perfect. It’s about giving your greatest effort to be better and stronger. You achieve more GREATNESS when we learn among each other. All about crating positive relationships. #NYEDchat
A1: Greatness means that even if you’re trying your best you are a forever learner who still wants to get better. It is makes me think of passion! #NYEDChat
A1- Greatness means taking action on your deepest beliefs, working hard to continue learning and growing all in the name of service to others. #NYEDChat
A1 One big aspect of GREATNESS is educators who are willing to come to an evening Twitter chat on a holiday for many with kids in mind. They truly are the inspiration for our GREATNESS quest and why we’re here tonight! #NYEDChat#G2Great
A1. Greatness is about letting what’s inside of you drive you, motivate you, and sustain you. It’s about not stopping. Persistence. Forward. Focused. #NYEDChat
A1. Greatness is stretching yourself beyond what you thought was possible AND inspiring others to stretch and grow with you. Great leaders inspire others through actions, not just words.
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A1. Greatness is stretching yourself beyond what you thought was possible AND inspiring others to stretch and grow with you. Great leaders inspire others through actions, not just words.
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Hello #NYEDChat Faige here in Los Angeles who’s trying to figure out our crazy weather. “Great is the one who knows they have a lot to learn and is ready to do so.”
A1 A great teacher will help a student discover his/her own personal greatness. Here's a "Red Car Moment" (about a great teacher the impact she had on my son): https://t.co/VfhgdMqajL#NYEDchat
Oh yes Tom that’s it. We have to be able to see our own reflection of inner GREATNESS for the sake of those around us. But then we have to share it with those around us and impact them #NYEDChat
A1 I Greatness is as unique to each person as they are unique. We can demonstrate greatness in small and big ways - and they ALL count! #NYEDChat#G2Great
A1) Greatness means overcoming obstacles & challenges, #perseverance I have to wonder, do we ever reach greatness? Or do we just keep trying for more? #NYEDchat
a1 Greatness is consistently saying, doing, and being the right thing at the right time. I'll never make that goal, but I want to do better tomorrow than I did today. #NYEDchat
A1: Greatness is deeds done for someone other than yourself. Being your best self every day. Seeing outside your 4 walls. Not a thing to achieve but a state of being that we want all of our kids to live in. #NYEDchat
A1. Greatness is not something to seek. You don’t find it. It finds you. It’s next door to hard work. Across the street from resilience. Up the hill from failure. The key is to keep going! #NYEDChat
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Greatness evokes a desire to serve students, teachers and parents "Not everybody can be famous but everybody can be great, because greatness is determined by service." --Martin Luther King Jr. @LRobbTeacher@DrMaryHoward#NYEDChat
A1. Greatness is about letting what’s inside of you drive you, motivate you, and sustain you. It’s about not stopping. Persistence. Forward. Focused. #NYEDChat
Interesting how sometimes persistence can be annoying, or even detrimental, but in a positive light, it is the difference between “good” and “great”. #dontquit#NYEDChat
A1 Greatness means that we have left our thumbprint on those around us in some way that will live beyond ourselves and enrich the lives of others. #NYEDChat#G2Great
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Greatness evokes a desire to serve students, teachers and parents "Not everybody can be famous but everybody can be great, because greatness is determined by service." --Martin Luther King Jr. @LRobbTeacher@DrMaryHoward#NYEDChat
Question 2: What are some practices that you would like to modify to include more agency for your students? Are you open to suggestions on ways to do it? #educacy
a1 Greatness is consistently saying, doing, and being the right thing at the right time. I'll never make that goal, but I want to do better tomorrow than I did today. #NYEDchat
#NYEDChat A1 Greatness for a Tr is creating a legacy with your Ss. One of the greatest moments of my life is when I hand out the @GRHSABC#AlwaysBelieve scholarship to #GRHS student athletes. #DreamComeTrue
A1 Greatness means that we have left our thumbprint on those around us in some way that will live beyond ourselves and enrich the lives of others. #NYEDChat#G2Great
And isn’t a journey what GREATNESS is all about Carol. I don’t believe that we ever actually ACHIEVE it but area always working in that direction. #NYEDChat#G2Great
A1 When I reflect on greatness, I immediately think of all the educators who have poured their lives into mine; many as teachers when I was young, so many more once I became a teacher myself. So much of who I am, I owe to others and their greatness! #NYEDChat
A 2 Reflection is my word. It encompasses thinking deeply about actions, interactions, collaborations with students and colleagues. Reflection leads to personal interpretations, taking actions, and change when needed. #NYEDChat
A1 I Greatness is as unique to each person as they are unique. We can demonstrate greatness in small and big ways - and they ALL count! #NYEDChat#G2Great
A1: Makes me think of Coach John Wooden who said "Greatness is performing at your best when your best is needed."
In other words, for teachers, every day. #NYEDchat
A 2 Reflection is my word. It encompasses thinking deeply about actions, interactions, collaborations with students and colleagues. Reflection leads to personal interpretations, taking actions, and change when needed. #NYEDChat
Yes! Probably a rhetorical question but I'd say greatness is for others to say. Our job is to keep trying to do more of the right things and less of the wrong... #nyedchat
A1) Greatness means overcoming obstacles & challenges, #perseverance I have to wonder, do we ever reach greatness? Or do we just keep trying for more? #NYEDchat
@cvarsalona#NYEDChat I really agree about fortitude being important. How often was the destination just around the corner save someone gives up before they reach the bend...
A1: Finding greatness is what I strive for each day. 10th year as principal and have so much to learn. Many firsts every year! #luckytobeprincipal#NYEDChat
A2 My one word this year and for my journey is KIND. To be a better person, I want to continue to be kind, to spread kindness, to make my positive impact on this world. I want to make others feel great about themselves and be the best they can be. That is my mission. #NYEDchat
We always have to hold tight to our HOPE Linnea because it is what will bring us peace and happiness. As broken as the world seems, we have to carry hope in our back pocket and spread dit everywhere #NYEDChat
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A1 When I reflect on greatness, I immediately think of all the educators who have poured their lives into mine; many as teachers when I was young, so many more once I became a teacher myself. So much of who I am, I owe to others and their greatness! #NYEDChat
A1 I Greatness is a stepping stone to others who are better because you were there. Our impact lingers so others feel our presence even when we aren't there. #NYEDChat#G2Great
A2: I will never say no to help. I want to find more strategies to deliver content knowledge. I've done whole group conversations and guided note-taking, but am looking to use more @screencastify types of lessons in the future and sketchnoting too. #nyedchat
A1. Greatness is not something to seek. You don’t find it. It finds you. It’s next door to hard work. Across the street from resilience. Up the hill from failure. The key is to keep going! #NYEDChat
A1 - As it relates to teaching I’d say being passionate everyday with kids. Greatness is hard to define but you often know hat it looks like when you see it. #nyedchat
A2 I have chosen the word #hope to support my journey to becoming a better person. It places me on a path to continue to be #open, #listen more intently, #believe in the power of possibilities, & find #joy in the ordinary #NYEDChat#oneword2018
I love how greatness perfectly describes what I want my students to achieve with their skills, talents, and the communication tools I provide them. I like this word better than success, which is such a loaded word in education. #NYEDchat
Curiosity is an ingredient needed on your journey, Brent. Thanks again for your post. Please send out the link for others to see (and your poster). #NYEDChat
A1 When I reflect on greatness, I immediately think of all the educators who have poured their lives into mine; many as teachers when I was young, so many more once I became a teacher myself. So much of who I am, I owe to others and their greatness! #NYEDChat
A2 KINDNESS. I want this to be the legacy I leave in this world. I demand kindness for myself & I surround myself with those who possess it. Yes THAT! #NYEDChat#G2Great
A2: My word since starting teaching alternative school at night is flexibility. Students come in with so many factors we need to be flexible all of the time #NYEDChat
A2: I would like to work on clarifying details with my students and WILL accept suggestions. I love when they can tell a story with emojis, but turning those emojis into words and clarifying their thoughts is hard. #FindYourGreatness#NYEDChat
A2: Positivity- By finding the positives, I have become happier and feel it has translated into my work. Even in the tough times, you have to find the humor. You can’t go through life in a state of negativity. #NYEDChat
A2: My #oneword2018 is basecamp. What do I need to be ready for the adventures that present themselves & to equip others for their adventures? #NYEDchat
Well, my phrase for 2018 is ‘start somewhere’, so if I had to choose only one word, it would be ‘begin’. Move forward with intention and connect with others for inspiration. #NYEDChat
A2: Positivity- By finding the positives, I have become happier and feel it has translated into my work. Even in the tough times, you have to find the humor. You can’t go through life in a state of negativity. #NYEDChat
A2 This question reminds me that each of us are on our own journey. I love and respect that our personal own journey can converge with the journey of others. #NYEDChat#G2Great
A2) My one word is SELF. Must know & understand who we are, what we want, how we learn, what drives us, our strengths, our weaknesses, can’t build relationships/do great things without knowing YOU #MeMeMe#NYEDchat
#NYEDChat A2: Word is stretch. Go beyond what I have in the past. Bend without breaking. Reach out to others farther than I have imagined before.
Oh. And Yoga.
A 2 Reflection is my word. It encompasses thinking deeply about actions, interactions, collaborations with students and colleagues. Reflection leads to personal interpretations, taking actions, and change when needed. #NYEDChat
Well, my phrase for 2018 is ‘start somewhere’, so if I had to choose only one word, it would be ‘begin’. Move forward with intention and connect with others for inspiration. #NYEDChat
A2-My one word is patience. Patience to ride the ups and downs of each moment. Embrace the good, the bad and the ugly. Every opportunity leads to becoming a better person when I have patience. #NYEDChat
This applies to all students. We need to know where students are coming from to understand what makes them who they are and what makes them behave the way they do #NYEDChat
A2 - My word is Promise. On the first day of school I promise ever student that I will always be positive and happy during their time with me. It has helped keep me grounded. #nyedchat
A2: my word is balance. I feel like I’m either very organized right everything is a mess! I need accept when I can and learn to not be a perfectionist. #NYEDChat
Great word! A lot of times we feel the need to be perfect, or as if we have to have it all together. Struggles help you grow, and show students perfection isn’t expected, so they can make mistakes. #NYEDChat
A2: My #OneWord2018 was “Horizons”. Always keep your eyes to the horizon and keep going! This helps me on the days that seem a little long and I’m weary! #NYEDChat
A2 My word this year is EXPAND. This year I wanted to focus on growing and adding to my repertoire of skills to better help and empower my kiddos. Twitter has helped me learn a lot in such a short time! #NYEDchat
#NYEDChat A2 TOUGH! Empathy, Humility, Servant NEVER BEING SATISFIED WITH STATUS QUO One word is tough. This is my goal every year with my Ss. Teach your Ss LOVE AND KINDNESS BY WALKING THE TALK!
A2 Faithful. I believe teaching is a calling. I take that seriously and regardless of the trends, "accountability crap", I have to be faithful to fostering creativity, inquiry, leading by my own learning, unleashing voice/choice for ALL kids. #NYEDChat
A2 Being a better person is a meandering pathway. It's not about perfection but about finding our own way to leave our own mark on this world. #NYEDChat#G2Great
A2 redefine, my word for 2018. After 20 years in the NYCDOE I am continuously redefining my self as a teacher, growing, learning new ways to engage students💪🏼 #nyedchat
I hope you’ll check out my new book. Educators have been undervalued for far too long. It’s time to elevate the profession and the time is NOW. No longer can the voices of practitioners be absent from policy: https://t.co/BodQc4FTqt… #call2action4ed#NYEDChat
Interesting how all these words converge to form a map of what is Greatness! They are so inter-related. That’s why learning together is so powerful! #NYEDChat
#NYEDChat is literally flashing past so fast it’s hard to keep up and yet the GREATNESS in this chat is palpable. I have to stop periodically and just soak it in. Thank you for inspiring me tonight friends!
#nyedchat A2: Humility. There is no problem in the world that can't be solved an increase of humility. And so much of my own inner conflict is with pride.
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Greatness comes from a deep desire to tap into our potential, unleashing our greatness will makes a difference in our lives, lives of students and those we work with! #FindYourGreatness#NYEDChat
The tapestry of words here are very inspiring! We make up the world and need them all if we are going to have a society worthy of our hopes and dreams #NYEDChat
A2 Being a better person is a meandering pathway. It's not about perfection but about finding our own way to leave our own mark on this world. #NYEDChat#G2Great
A3 We all have an innate sense of reaching our heights of who were are and want to be. Often greatness is outward, representing our love of being for others. #NYEDChat
A2 my #oneword2018 is amplify. I want to amplify my students voices by providing them with the tools, platforms, and confidence they need to share their messages. https://t.co/x8YERcDkgg#NYEDchat
A3: Because mediocrity isn’t okay! We should always strive to be the best version of ourselves to model the same expectation for our students #NYEDChat
The tapestry of words here are very inspiring! We make up the world and need them all if we are going to have a society worthy of our hopes and dreams #NYEDChat
A3: Once you find yours it is easier to help others find theirs. I feel like our greatness is that attribute we can bring to help those in need. Finding it makes things easier :) #NYEDChat
A3: It is important to #FindYourGreatness because it helps to guide our hopes and dreams. It allows for expectations that are realistic and attainable on the way to realizing those hopes and dreams.
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A3 In world that has been brought up w perfection models, we need 2 shift conversation 2 #findyourgreatness. What is it I can do to better myself (not be "perfect") so others benefit from our thoughts/deeds. Road 2 greatness is journey of betterment not self-absorption #NYEDChat
Interesting how all these words converge to form a map of what is Greatness! They are so inter-related. That’s why learning together is so powerful! #NYEDChat
A3: Because mediocrity isn’t okay! We should always strive to be the best version of ourselves to model the same expectation for our students #NYEDChat
A3: That is the premise of a life long learner; not one person knows everything. We must accept that we can always be better, we can always learn, we can always strive for greatness.#FindYourGreatness#NYEDChat
A3: It didn’t take an “okay” effort to put a man on the moon. If we are going to explore our universe, lead nations, discover new cures, and more then greatness is not an option. It is essential for innovation and a brighter future! #NYEDChat
YES! Greatness is in the service we do for others. That’s why we’re teachers and administrators. We care and have a deep need to advocate for others. #NYEDChat
A3. You find your greatness in being in the service of others learning, living, and teaching others value and you shine the diamond of all kinds of ideas. #NYEDChat#FindYourGreatness
A3. Our lives are about making the best of ourselves. Why settle? Why wonder? I’d rather try and fail than not try it all. There are no guarantees in life except one: If you choose not to try, you guarantee you won’t be great. #NYEDChat
A3 It's important to live a life of purpose. If we don't constantly seek greatness then we risk being mediocre. Our kids deserve so much better than that. And so do we. #NYEDChat
A3: We should never be content with staying where we are. Growing and learning should be a constant in our lives, and we do that in order to find our greatness. #NYEDChat
#nyedchat A3: A culture more connected with spirituality would argue that we were each created for a purpose. To find our greatness is to find our divinely intended purpose. https://t.co/V8YGuM5XqJ#Satsang
A3 Finding our greatness is the journey that gives us a sense of purpose. If greatness is what we seek, we will continually improve and grow. #growthmindset#NYEDchat
#NYEDChat@cvarsalona I think it’s because being sure of yourself is elusive. Self doubt can creep in and life is a continuous balancing act of believing in oneself no matter what yet retaining humility and overcoming nay sayers.
A3: When we push ourselves and strive to find our own inner greatness, we are energized, engaged and modeling for and inspiring others to find their own inner greatness. #NYEDchat
A3 because we think too much about conformity and what the norm is ...and then, being ABOVE average --- we need to find our own greatness #EndOfAverage#nyedchat
That's great that you found @peterhreynolds 's reflaction image he created for the chat he and @susanverde guest moderated. Thanks Lemarr for finding it for me. #NYEDChat
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And sometimes we just need a gentle nudge so I think that part of GREATNESS is supporting others in finding theirs. Yes David, we ALL deserve that #NYEDChat
I am pushed by a talented staff and supportive community to find my greatness. I always feel like I have so much to learn. Hence, students are leading our next faculty meeting on social media. #NYEDChat
A3 We need professional GREATNESS more than ever. So much amazing in schools & yet so far to go to be OUR best so children can be THEIR best. #NYEDChat#G2Great
A3) Why be less than we can be? Who might we help, who might we inspire by demonstrating our greatness? Why wouldn't we want to achieve some form of immortality through doing something great? #nyedchat
And sometimes we just need a gentle nudge so I think that part of GREATNESS is supporting others in finding theirs. Yes David, we ALL deserve that #NYEDChat
A3 We need to focus on the positive in our lives. To be the best we can be, we need to strive for greatness. When doing our best, we bring out the best in others. We need to help uplift others and believe in themselves. We need a better world. We need to be there. #nyedchat
I need to dash, but I've got to come back again. I firmly believe leadership needs to be taught not as a business skill but as a life skill, beginning with kids. I see here that's already happening. Very cool. #NYEDchat
A3 - In our roles, we shape the future of not only our country, but the world. I’m often struck by those that don’t appreciate great teachers. It’s simply what we must do! No other alternative is acceptable. #nyedchat
A3: As educators I believe it is our duty to model and demonstrate the characteristics of being lifelong learners. Finding greatness is an ongoing process. We can always improve upon ourselves as we strive to be the best we can possibly be!
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A3 The belief that our journey is not done gives us hope that we can make a difference and models that to students and colleagues. Together we work for a better future. Looking for the #positive out there.#NYEDChat
A3 Isn't that what we are charged to do as educators, to help Ss uncover the greatness in themselves. Nobody should strive for mediocrity. Everyone's greatness is different and amazing when tapped. #NYEDchat
A3: Our kids deserve our GREATNESS. Our schools deserve our GREATNESS. Our families deserve our GREATNESS. To leave it undiscovered, to not offer it to others, is a disservice. #NYEDchat
A3: I don’t think of it as “greatness” but as my passion! Education is definitely a passion that I enjoy. When you enjoy something it makes you feel great!!#NYEDChat
A3: As educators I believe it is our duty to model and demonstrate the characteristics of being lifelong learners. Finding greatness is an ongoing process. We can always improve upon ourselves as we strive to be the best we can possibly be!
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A3~ thinking that we have to tune in to our own goodness & greatness to share those gifts w/others~ whatever those may be. ...necessity to be the best version of ourselves #NYEDChat#celebratemonday#JoyfulLeaders
A3 I think greatness is not being the same as you were yesterday. Make changes when you notice there is something you can do better and do it. It has a ripple effect. #NYEDChat
#NYEDChat A3 Finding your greatness is like finding your Talents (which you should be encouraging your Ss to find). When you know your talents, you can find your "purpose". Greatness happens when people who know their purpose use their talents to accomplish it.
A3 Finding our greatness is the journey that gives us a sense of purpose. If greatness is what we seek, we will continually improve and grow. #growthmindset#NYEDchat
A3: Once you find yours it is easier to help others find theirs. I feel like our greatness is that attribute we can bring to help those in need. Finding it makes things easier :) #NYEDChat
#nyedchat A3: Consider the difference: I don't want to be less than I CAN be. vs. I don't want to be less than I am SUPPOSED to be.
We have a duty of gratitude to the gifts and attributes we've been given.....which we did not earn. They were given to us for a reason.
A3 We need to focus on the positive in our lives. To be the best we can be, we need to strive for greatness. When doing our best, we bring out the best in others. We need to help uplift others and believe in themselves. We need a better world. We need to be there. #nyedchat
A3 I think we need a CULTURE OF GREATNESS so we can multiply our impact in the company of others. The road to greatness is paved with community! #NYEDChat#G2Great
A3. The human condition gives us all a desire to be great. The key is being willing and courageous enough to chase greatness instead of playing it safe! #NYEDChat
A2 Isn't it amazing how the world used to be driven by perfection models and now we know that is not what we want our students to learn. Perfection is a never happening act but exploring our pathways is a worthwhile trek. #NYEDChat
A3- The search for greatness is a never ending pursuit. Continually outgrowing our own best thinking. Reflecting on the impact we have on others. #NYEDChat
I’m grateful for that shift Carol, and I think we do kids a disservice when we demand perfection. I love being a model for perfectly IMperfect human I am! #NYEDchat
A2 Isn't it amazing how the world used to be driven by perfection models and now we know that is not what we want our students to learn. Perfection is a never happening act but exploring our pathways is a worthwhile trek. #NYEDChat
A3) For me it’s validation, I’m doing what I’m supposed to be doing, what God had intended for me to do & it’s meaningful, I seek it to make a difference in someone’s life #NYEDchat
A3 - Greatness is also something that is inherent in many of us. Those that seek to explore the benefits of what it means to children will always find ways to make it happen. #nyedchat
A3: It didn’t take an “okay” effort to put a man on the moon. If we are going to explore our universe, lead nations, discover new cures, and more then greatness is not an option. It is essential for innovation and a brighter future! #NYEDChat
A4 Like-minded others. I don't mean those who believe the same as we do but those who believe greatness is a responsibility - whatever that means to each of us. #NYEDChat#G2Great
A3 Greatness and goals go hand in hand we are always learning striving to be more to know more. As we understand more about ourselves and each other we are chasing greatness. #NYEDChat
A4: My go to for greatness answer Wife, Family and the #curiositycrew. My PLN has given me more to build on than any other professional source. I am better because of them. #NYEDChat
A4 Greatness is fostered by looking for opportunities that push you in new directions. Twitter chats are my go to right now. I am going to my 2nd EdCamp tomorrow and I am super excited to learn and grow!!! #NYEDchat
A4: My colleagues, family, and friends are the ones that provide the foundation, support, and recharging needed to follow the path to greatness.
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A4 Lean on your #PLN, #tribe, #family to find the path to #greatness. Life is too short to be deterred from bettering ourselves so that others benefit from whom we are. We need strong models so we can turn around and model. #NYEDChat
A4: To find greatness we can use this amazing PLN, but can also get there with help from our teachers, students, admin colleagues...anyone who has the growth mindset to want to get better will take you on the journey with them #NYEDChat
A4 Always my ever-growing #PLN and my beloved family. Both never fail to uplift and humble me with their GREATNESS. I learn an amazing amount from my many rescue dogs, also. Talk about humbling! #NYEDchat
A4. Something I often think about is those who have come before us and recorded their experiences and feelings. The giants of our world's history still have enormous lessons to teach us. No one has plumbed that depth. #NYEDchat
#NYEDChat My parents were tremendous role models for me, well-educated but most of all kind. Now that they are angels who have passed, my husband is a true light for me. @HomiHormasji (Homi is my husband) I am lucky to have greatness in my family.
A3. Our lives are about making the best of ourselves. Why settle? Why wonder? I’d rather try and fail than not try it all. There are no guarantees in life except one: If you choose not to try, you guarantee you won’t be great. #NYEDChat
A4 Respected teachers, supportive administrators, and sometimes firmer students. Former studdents are very honest about what you di right and where the weaknesses are. #nyedchat
Daniel, leadership is a life skill to be learned. Small children can and should be taught how to be a good leader within a community of learners. #NYEDChat
A4. I try to keep my brain and body in alignmentwoth my heart and soul first and foremost. Then I check my actions against my dreams. I recognize that everything I do or fail to do impacts whether or not my dreams come true. Most of all though, I believe!!!! #NYEDChat
A 4 First, our PLN has so many people that can support and help us. Dear friends, family, colleagues, and even our students. All show us a path to follow that includes them and enlarges our personal beliefs—creativity, kindness, listening, supporting. #NYEDChat
A4 - I look to my students and colleagues. It’s obvious when things aren’t going well because I ask students to share what they think. The same for colleagues. Being able to be reflective of our level of greatness is a step towards making it happen. #nyedchat
A4) My family. Learn more about those who have persevered, succeeded, and strived. Learn about their mindset, not just their accomplishments #nyedchat#findyourgreatness
#nyedchat A4: Anyone. Open your eyes, look around. Be silent, listen up. Everyone is somewhere on the path. Learn from the ones well on the way, learn from the ones struggling to get out the door. There is truth relevant to your struggle in both. Thank them for their lesson!
A4: My coworkers are an amazing inspiration and push me to find my greatness. I also look to my family and friends to help me become a better person. #NYEDChat
A4: Twitter has given me a roadmap to greatness. The connections I've made have made me a better teacher, coach, and leader. I have truly found my tribe here!!
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#NYEDChat A4 As a teacher, as I have done in leadership positions, find the courage to ask your students. Be open to feedback from those whom you need the most.
A4 Rosa Isiah, principal in Cali :)
I lean on my mentors, a few who I first connected with on social media and were part of my PLN. I’m thankful to learn from such talented and passionate educators!! #nyedchat#FindYourGreatness
A4 My husband is who I go to first because he is wise and knowledgeable about life. He is grounded. My professional colleagues for all things educational. This goes with my one word-RELATIONSHIPS #NYEDChat
A4 My husband/coauthor/BFF, my family, my ridiculously talented colleagues and editors, my pln. I know it’s a cliché to say that greatness takes a village, but it does. #NYEDChat
After my late brother died of cancer at 46, the best advice I ever heard was to choose life and I think that journey leads to greatness. #NYEDchat#FindYourGreatness
A4 I have to seek out my people, my tribe to discover my own latent greatness. "As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." I lean on my iron peers. #NYEDChat
A4 as connected educators we have so many people who inspire and support us ..... DON'T know how others do without it....
it's our super-power
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A4: My coworkers are an amazing inspiration and push me to find my greatness. I also look to my family and friends to help me become a better person. #NYEDChat
#NYEDChat A4 In my personal experience this is totally spiritual. Choosing right over wrong will guide you to greatness. I did my last year of college homework at this picnic table. PRAYED SO MUCH! My teaching career has been more than #blessed I have impacted so many kids.
A4) Those who believe in you. Those who see things in you that you don't. Those who see your best, and are encouraging and helpful in the areas that you're not. Those who have been there and can help guide you. #nyedchat
Find peace in the struggle to find peace; comfort on the way to comfort. I think @SarahMcLachlan sang this in "Fumbling Towards Ecstacy." Original? I don't know. But that's who I credit!
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@yvetterp2, @cvarsalona, @DrMaryHoward, @SarahMcLachlan
A4 Thought of this song Stand By Me https://t.co/S0Fr2gianw those who are there for me is my pathway My husband was my night in shining armor, my PLN who support & push my thinking, colleagues, my students & now as a sub I still get to share my joy in teaching.
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A2 that word is LISTENING. You learn so much from being a Listening Leader ( learn more about it from @ShaneSafir ‘s awesome book). I work everyday to be a better Listener in my home and in my work with my learning community. #NYEDChat
A4. Tonight with my PLN, this and other chats/connections will always be a re-charge..Foundation is surrounding myself with those who push, teach, inspire, encourage #NYEDchat
A4 Respected teachers, supportive administrators, and sometimes former students. Former students are very honest about what you did right and where the weaknesses are. #nyedchat@leighmragsdale@N_8Schell@jastausing
A4 - I’d also add lots of reflection. Listening to others gives us pause and then helps us to determine whether we’ll actually listen and hear what others say. Or we can ignore it and continue on the same path. #nyedchat
A4 I find that just being with kids and having learning or life convos absolutely falls in the realm of greatness. A convo just today with a kid made me a better person. SO much to learn from our scholars. #NYEDChat
A4 It makes me sad all educators aren't on Twitter. I'm honored to have access to the support & friendship of so many. It MULTIPLES our GREATNESS potential. #NYEDChat#G2Great
a4: I think this goes back to knowing yourself and what you are particularly good at and interested in. What can you lend to your colleagues? #NYEDCHAT
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Be a champion of students! Prepare students for their future not your past! Help others find the greatness in themselves! Choose positivity! #NYEDChat@cvarsalona
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Be a champion of students! Prepare students for their future not your past! Help others find the greatness in themselves! Choose positivity! #NYEDChat@cvarsalona
A5 Spreading kindness with everyone I'm lucky to meet in my life is certainly a good start… & the greatness trickle effect can be massive! #NYEDChat#G2Great
A5: My greatness is directly linked to my WHY and helping others. My WHY and greatness are driven by the light I help bring out in others. That light is spread to others and becomes a force for good.
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A5: I am fortunate enough to write books to educate and inspire children. But I'm also an undercover substitute teacher learning about what students in educators need in order to improve my community! #alterego
A5 - Personally and this is more of a mantra that I try to live by. Everyday I seek to help students, my family and those in need. It doesn’t always work, but greatness is never perfect. It’s the journey that matters. #nyedchat
A5: It is my hope that I am actively seeking and using greatness each and every day for those who are important in my life -- students are DEFINITELY included in this group. I want them to succeed and find their greatness too! #nyedchat
A4~ family, few close friends, PLN and I learn a lot about greatness from meeting people in my travels to wherever...connecting w/all kinds of people from all walks of life just add to the greatness that surrounds us all&makes me better for my students #NYEDChat
A5 #NYEDChat I am so inspired by these young Olympians. They don’t let set backs get in their way but for years continue towards excellence. I think teachers can be like that too, so many are. A lifetime of never giving up and believing in our youth.
A5: Share #greatness with others. By collaborating with everyone here and with other educators, we can grow exponentially. The give/take of ideas is what drives me forward. #NYEDChat
A5: It’s my role to mold students to be active participants in their school, community, country, and the globe. We must inspire engaged citizens to keep pushing us forward #NYEDchat
A5: I teach to bring greatness in the world. I was in accounting for years before I changed careers. Don’t regret it. I want Ss to find their passion, their speciality with them, their greatness for this world to be better. Cliche but true! #NYEDChat#FindYourGreatness
A 5 Advocate for students. Help every child that passes your way love learning and reading books. Support teachers so they can be the best advocates of students! #NYEDChat
#NYEDChat A5 Greatness comes out in humility and wisdom. Show both in letting people know #YouMatter. Be there as a guide through challenges and celebrate their wins.
#nyedchat A5: Simply realize it. I don't think any of us was given a path to greatness that was intended to be any other than good. The trick is to remember that it is not OURS....it was given to us...share it. When we think it was ours, that's when vanity and pride corrupt.
A4 There's a whole lot of greatness in this crowd tonight. Thank you to so many of you for being my tribe and pushing me to pursue excellence. You make me want to know more, be more. #NYEDChat
A5: As inspiration. I want my students to be able to look to me as a source of guidance. I want to be able to help them find their greatness. #NYEDChat
A5 My greatest value in my professional life is empowering teachers to empower each other to empower students. That’s what I want to do. That’s what I’ve always wanted to do. It’s what all my books and articles and workshops are about.
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And I think what you’ve taught us all is that sometimes you have to find the right SPACE that will inspire and nurture your greatness Yvette. It cannot grow where a virus surrounds us. I admire that so much! ❤️ #NYEDchat
A5 A leader's greatest responsibility is to grow capacity in others, so they see greatness in themselves.
Here are three ideas we can all try, from my blog post, "Names and Norms": https://t.co/5dtV6j7VOD#NYEDChat
#NYEDChat A5 Your greatness = utilizing your talents. When your career allows you to use your talents, your impact on the world increases. Trs need not underestimate the power of their words and actions on their Ss. They will last beyond their years.
A5) We are all blessed with our own share of time, talent, and treasure. And like a smile, the more we give away the more we seem to have. Give freely with a smile. #nyedchat
A5: I consider Shakespeare-“some have greatness thrust upon them...”
I want to use the greatness of this work to reach people, to help students, to inspire greatness in others. I want to serve others. #NYEDChat
Thank you for that reminder. I think that when we feel that little auto pilot reaction, it’s often the judge at work. Take a breath, reflect and really ponder beyond the moment! #NYEDchat
#NYEDChat A5 For many children teachers are the first leaders outside the home they will come across. Your #peopleskills and #caring will set the tone of their future.
#NYEDChat A5 For many children teachers are the first leaders outside the home they will come across. Your #peopleskills and #caring will set the tone of their future.
a5 My church gives tons of money to the poor, I'm learning everything I can about math ed & STEM to help my Ss have socioeconomic advantages associated w/that knowledge. #nyedchat
A5 I hope to use my own greatness to fill up all my kiddos to tap into theirs. I tell them all the time that everyone is destined for greatness. You can either embrace it or run from it. #NYEDchat
I think that when we TRY to seek perfection we miss all of the possibilities that reside just on the outer rim. I don’t never want to miss those! #NYEDchat
A5 The world can be scary but don’t be afraid to be the voice that helps to make a difference. I look at the students in Florida challenging the system, shouting out #EnoughIsEnough I say it on many levels as well. #nyedchat
A5. Listen to my audience, students, and families about what they need and collect the best information I can offer service to them and try to always be of value. #NYEDchat
My No. 1 philosophy as a fellow human. Everyone is a unique blend of characteristics and experiences. They will never do all the things you do, for the reasons you do. #nyedchat
A5: Help each student and teacher find happiness and fulfillment in their everyday life! It’s the small things that end up being the big things! #NYEDChat
A6 You can support others at work and treat them with empathy, compassion, and kindness. Think of the needs of others before your own—adopt a measure of selflessness. #NYEDChat
#nyedchat A5: Simply realize it. I don't think any of us was given a path to greatness that was intended to be any other than good. The trick is to remember that it is not OURS....it was given to us...share it. When we think it was ours, that's when vanity and pride corrupt.
A5 You don't have to be a world leader to leave an imprint on this world. You just have to make every encounter count. I make that my life goal. #NYEDChat#G2Great
A5 Thank you Laura for noting my word use. As educators we are not only living in the classrooms but in the world. We need to find our greatness and enjoy #lifelivingmoments to affect change. #NYEDChat
A5- Greatness is helping to spread hope and possibility. Changing education systems from a compliant deficit model to a strengths based curiosity driven model filled with love,compassion, kindness and empathy. A Force Field for good @barryLane#NYEDChat
A5 Humbly...I hope that my ‘greatness’ touches hearts and minds about leadership and social justice...and creates voice and opportunity for ALL students, especially historically marginalized groups of people. #NYEDChat
Funny thing… when I’m around friends in social media, I can actually FEEL the smile and before I know it my smile is a big as Dallas! That’s the impact people can have on each other! #NYEDchat
#NYEDCHAT St. Louis ILA and Mo ILA gave out over 7000 books to title 1 schools this summer and we're getting ready to put 18,000 more into the hands of community groups. Greatness are children with a book in their hand, wonder and happyness is the feeling u get when you see them
A5 You don't have to be a world leader to leave an imprint on this world. You just have to make every encounter count. I make that my life goal. #NYEDChat#G2Great
Reflaction: Tomorrow I look to continue my support of the great teachers of Clarke County. I also look to tap into great resources to share with them as we plan for the future.
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Reflaction: I can start my path to greatness by decluttering my office desk so I can find timely items and stop procrastinating the clean-up. No time like the present! Pinky swear! #NYEDChat (Thanks #ImpactMatters for giving me this boost.)
Can't keep up with #NYEDchat tonight -putting the kiddos down (and Back down 😉) but I'm glad to be a part of the greater good!
#A5 I'll my "greatness" to continue to inspire, as a special educator, I will inspire Ss to shoot for the 🌙and land among the 💫✨🙏🏻
A5 I wouldn’t call it greatness as much as knowledge that would benefit others. Know your student’s stories so you can love them and show compassion, listen first, and give them the truth. #ACES#TRUAMAINFORMED#NYEDChat
Reflection: Try something new out of my comfort zone and find a colleague that is a support system for that resource, strategy, or whatever it is! #NYEDchat#NYEDchat
I think it totally works Dennis. I have made so many deep connections I’ve never even met face to face and yet I feel as if I have grown through those connections. I never imagined how much it would touch my heart! #NYEDchat
Reflection We need to truly SEE each other. Eye contact w/strangers has been my life goal. Let's stop looking down/away & lock eyes as fellow humans! #NYEDChat#G2Great
Greatness for me right now is the brave example being shown by the students from Florida. I am in awe of them. I've worked in HS in my career, so I know the power and possibilities of teens. But this group.... True greatness #NYEDChat
#NYEDChat Reflection "should be" what are you doing to help your Ss find their greatness? We are all in this together with the parents. BE A ROLE MODEL! A source of hope! A positive beacon in the lives of those around you. Help others find out "why am I here"
Be sure to follow those with whom you've connected during tonight's #NYEDchat. Challenge and support one another as you #FindYourGreatness. This is one of the keys to serving others!
Finding greatness has a lot to do with being a self-reflective practitioner...What have I offered? What have I learned? How have I helped? What do I need to do differently? #NYEDChat
#nyedchat A6: Stop and breath. Does what I am doing reflect joy? Peace? If no, then I'm probably not on the path!
More specifically, don't hit "send" when you could just walk across campus and talk. Make sure no Ss leaves your room with out knowing clearly that you love them.
A5 I want to leverage the power of collaboration and innovation so that together we make a way for kids to understand how to learn for a lifetime. #smallgoals#not#NYEDChat
Reflection - When I enter work, what will I do? Is it make a student smile? Is it hold the door for the handicapped bus? Or is it, be a positive person for those who I see each day. Hopefully all of them. If not, I’ll try again the next day. #nyedchat
I took a step by publishing a book. I believe It’s time to elevate the profession. Educators must raise their voices. So I’m going first. No longer can the voices of practitioners be absent from policy. It’s all in my new book: https://t.co/BodQc4FTqt… #call2action4ed#NYEDChat
Reflection: Tomorrow I plan to do some school work, build better projects for my students and give some feedback to their writing. #howtospendaholiday#NYEDChat
#NYEDChat Coming this fall. I wrote a book about my childhood and how that influenced my impact as a teacher on my Ss. I don't teach a "Believe" lesson, but having 100's of kids thank you for teaching them to #AlwaysBelieve they can succeed = #Blessed & #Greatness
Thank you for the conversation tonight #NYEDchat! This Thursday at 9pm EST #waledchat will be reflecting on planning, and I hope you will join our group! You'll be glad you came!
@cvarsalona#nyedchat WOW. That was maybe the best #edchat I've ever been a part of! Thank you for such provocative questions! This could be shared by any profession. We are lucky to have had you here on our path tonight!
Thank you for the conversation tonight #NYEDchat! This Thursday at 9pm EST #waledchat will be reflecting on planning, and I hope you will join our group! You'll be glad you came!
Sadly, we are nearing the end of #NYEDChat. It has been an amazing night of inspired talk that has lit up Twitter. JOIN us again on March 5th for a great follow-up convo with @OnStageKimberly on Brave Leadership. Once again a topic for all
#NYEDChat I want to Thank all of you for allowing me to join this great chat on Greatness. Much respect for all educators. You are truly great. @cvarsalona
A6 Intentional reflection--what am I doing that is propelling kids forward in learning and in life? What do I need to let go of in order to make that my first priority? #NYEDChat
Reflection: I was a little tired tonight and wasn't going to join the chat..So happy I did..I feel empowered..Many pln friends and many new faces. I want to keep learning with all of you! #NYEDchat
Reflection: This is the key word! Pause and think about the day! Reflect on my “effect” and how I was “affected”! #NYEDChat Thank you for a phenomenal chat tonight @cvarsalona and friends!
A6 Intentional reflection--what am I doing that is propelling kids forward in learning and in life? What do I need to let go of in order to make that my first priority? #NYEDChat
