Chris Dunkle

Saint in process, lover of a patient wife, jungle gym for 3 amazing kids, servant of teachers, cheerleader of students, and occasional chew toy for parents :)

[TJ Parrish @TJParrish28]

Thought provoking quote from @ToddWhitaker today: "You can't relationship your way into being an effective teacher." Relationships are important but they don’t trump expectations, consistency, and excellence when it comes to instruction.

[Eric Sheninger @E_Sheninger]

Acknowledging that you don’t know something or need help is not a sign of weakness. On the contrary, it is a sign of strength and willingness to get better.

[Justin Tarte @justintarte]

Today's students are tomorrow's parents.

The experiences our students have today in school will undoubtedly shape the mindset and perspective our future parents will have about #school.

Each positive experience a student has today helps future generations.

[Alice Keeler @alicekeeler]

Superintendent emailed me. Here is his signature line.

Expecting a kid to learn only from a textbook is like asking them to look at a travel brochure and calling it a vacation.

[Bob Goff @bobgoff]

It will be people with the greatest love, not the most information, who will influence us to change.

[Danny Steele @SteeleThoughts]

Every time you interact with a student or colleague, you have the opportunity to make them feel special. That’s some powerful potential that we all have.

[Justin Tarte @justintarte]

It’s important to remember that just because we disagree on something does not mean we have to disrespect each other.

Disagreement is a part of everyday #life.

Let's also remember that our #students are watching & learning from our disagreements.

[Brooke Daniel @Daniel1Teach]

There are no “perfect”, “easy” classes! Every class has challenges!! It’s how you choose to talk about your kiddos to coworkers, champion for them, build them up so they become better, demand they are only seen in a positive light that matters!!

[Justin Tarte @justintarte]

The attitudes of the adults in a school quickly become the attitudes of the students.

Never forget that #attitude is contagious.

[Chris Wejr @ChrisWejr]

The best teachers I have had and have observed have been so strong in the area of direct instruction. As we head into this year, we can’t forget the importance of this. It’s not always “tweet-worthy” nor pretty but it is crucial to effective learning in the classroom.

[Laurie Taylor @1229taylor7]

So very proud of my team! Published in Science & Children...Belinda, Mary and Ronnie! #interactivewordwalls

[Chris Dunkle @ChrisDunkle]

@jesswilliams2nd @Saigling5th @saiglingelem Having fun and being #humbled #saiglingshines

[Brad Stulberg @BStulberg]

Don't compare yourself to others. Compare yourself to prior versions of yourself.

[edutopia @edutopia]

4 ideas for helping students become great citizens: https://t.co/NeC0owRH9L

[George Couros @gcouros]

Two Things That All Parents Want for Their Children https://t.co/ZSjPWOjBMU

[Plano ISD @Plano_Schools]

Your feedback is appreciated on 2018-2019 school calendar options. https://t.co/U1GrgJmLZW

[DR. TOM LOUD @loudlearning]

Every Student asks 3 ?'s about their Teacher everyday.
1. Can I trust you?
2. Do you believe I can succeed?
3. Do you care about me?
#edchat

[edutopia @edutopia]

5 flexible grading practices that create hope for students: https://t.co/nrq0t42CSl #assessment

[Ashley Helms @ash_helms]

Spending an afternoon with these all stars talking about "uppervention"! #planolearns @ChrisDunkle