Lena Keith

RTI Specialist in Boone County

[Matt Shafer @MattRShafer]

Ms. Howard’s Jrs decided to push back on the #DEVIOUSLICK nonsense from last week which created a lot of work for our hardworking custodians. They pitched in and helped clean up the cafeteria today after lunch. Great Job!! #ProtectTheShip #LeadWithLove #SpreadLove

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

@SingleOCDmama You look soooo good!

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

@KarenRoseBooks I definitely do. Grew up in Kentucky.

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

@Melanie4kids I will be staying on until the school year ends, but this will be my last year as an educator as well. Good luck to you, and congratulations on the baby.

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

@mrskellylove @theteacher73 Devil’s advocate is part of teaching young people to think. You must be able to see both sides and then choose where you stand. Only listening to things you agree with and showing utter disrespect for anything else is part of the reason we no longer are able to discuss issues.

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

Admin, teacher morale affects student achievement. if it’s all about the kids, then makes sure you’re all about the teachers.

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

Just curious, how many teachers have been experiencing a high level of “pop in” observations while teaching virtually? How do you feel about it? Are you receiving any feedback?

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

@ekc_963 @EllenGammel @flyingmonkey13 For me, it is a direct result of those in higher positions than I am. I would give anything to be able to allow my students more grace this year. It’s hard. For all of us.

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

@radicavaqueen Sorry for your loss. I hope you shared those memories and they brought tears of happiness.

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

I wish we were all in a place where we could relax and do what’s best for students all the time. It’s not always the teachers who are deciding to change platforms and methods. #letusteach

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

One more reason I will not be requiring cameras to be on. They come on when they get comfortable, and if they never do, there’s still a chat box.

[TooDopeTeachers @TooDopeTeachers]

S: *unexpectedly turns on camera*
Me, through @RemindHQ: so great to see you!
S: You too! I don't like to turn my camera on
Me: all good, it's fine! just happy to see you!
S: I'm still getting used to wearing a scarf in my own house (Muslim student)
Me: (to myself): ohhhhhhhhhhh

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

I’m going to be adding this reminder to my virtual classroom this week. Love the message.

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

@MrTomRad It’s the hardest beginning to a year of teaching I’ve ever had, but those times when there are kids faces and voices on my screen, are definitely the highlights. They are so happy to be “in school.”

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

I’ve never felt the sentiment of another teacher’s tweet more strongly. #letusbeteachers

[Monte Syrie @MonteSyrie]

On the cost of consistency...
1)While I get--mostly--the call for consistent policies in a building, I also get that there's a cost to the expected benefit of such practice, especially when it comes to behavioral policies, which too often take on a mob mentality--as if the only

[Danny Steele @SteeleThoughts]

Some thoughts on raising staff morale:

1. Trust staff to do their job... and give them the freedom to do it. Respect their professionalism.

2. Thank staff for doing their job; never take it for granted.

3. Listen to the concerns of staff... and act on them when you can.

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

@jkirk___ This really made me think. The same is true for me, so I don’t need to worry about all the “eeeeee” that students are typing. At least they are there. Great reminder!

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

Flip grid uses for camera shy students https://t.co/avL0ALkpG5

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

@sdemichele Thanks! And yes, I’m sharing with my team first so they see your notes. They are so helpful!

[Lena Keith @LenaW73]

@chipgaines @DianeBHatfield ~25 copies of “Wonder” so they can read along with me