Dev

French Teacher
6-12 World Language Department Leader
Freshman Volleyball Coach

[Dev @mllebent]

My #edlr5402 takeaway: Administration can be an isolating job, but we must work together throughout the state and stay connected, especially in regards to social justice. Lots of action just to check boxes but we need a consistent plan!!

[Keisha Evans @K_Evans2]

Leaders Impacting Leaders! Cohort Lifestyle! #UCAPP #EDLR5402

[Dev @mllebent]

After reading Jenkins' article on stereotypes,it is clear to be aware of the diversity you're working w/(adults or students) &to ensure they're in a safe environment w/ you. You must also work to make sure stereotypes are eliminated& everyone is on an even playing field #edlr5402

[Dev @mllebent]

This is so important in MANY ways, and for sure one of my goals as an administrator. Teachers do many amazing things, yet barely get first-hand recognition. #edlr5402

[𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 @DrBradJohnson]

Administrators, be in the classrooms early and often this fall looking for the awesome things teachers are doing to brag on!

[Keisha Evans @K_Evans2]

There is a difference between your calling and a job! @larrydlewis2424 #EDLR5402

[Dev @mllebent]

We need to reflect on our own intentions and how it relates to any biases we may still hold. Elimination of microaggressions, which are usually unintentional, is necessary to improve the equity and justice work we are doing in and outside of our schools #edlr5402

[Dev @mllebent]

Absolutely true Michael! Our priorities need to be for our students and to help their growth! #edlr5402

[Dev @mllebent]

Nathaniel Branden's 6 pillars of self-esteem: self-acceptance, self-assertiveness, self-responsibility, living consciously and living purposefully. Great reminders for ourselves, our students and our staff to keep high self-esteem. #edlr5402

[Dev @mllebent]

In "Rock My Soul" Hooks says, "Until the legacy of remembered & reenacted trauma is taken seriously, black America cannot heal". This is why we, as educators must ensure we're providing equity and justice within our classrooms & schools so that our students feel safe. #edlr5402

[Dev @mllebent]

Hooks says, "If black children could not see the predominantly white classroom as a safe place, then how could we relax enough to learn there- to excel?" Great question that we need to always consider when we have students entering our rooms with outside trauma. #EDLR5402

[Dev @mllebent]

Hooks says,"The assumption that the poor are more in need of material help than of the resources to build healthy self-esteem is false."This is true for our staff& students too.w/o proper mental health, we cannot expect anyone to learn/teach/etc to their full potential. #edlr5402

[Dev @mllebent]

On pg 83Jenkins says, "Targets of negative stereotypes could also simply avoid threatening situations by carefully conducting research on where to go to school, where to accept a job offer...." This is so backwards & society should work to eliminate this as a whole. #edlr5402

[Dev @mllebent]

Yesterday, a key step to starting professional learning is safety for your staff to bring their full selves to work, break with previous practice(s), and pinpoint their driving force. Very insightful! #EDLR5402

[Dev @mllebent]

Really interesting points in "Personalized Professional Learning" in regards to evaluation vs valuation and if the professional learning is worth my time as an educator, or if I as admin am providing valuable learning to staff. #EDLR5402

[Dev @mllebent]

@thelearningloop includes a great and helpful calendar sample for Professional Learning Communities in her book. This page (52) is bookmarked! 😀📖 #EDLR5402

[Dev @mllebent]

In "Personalized Professional Learning", it mentions low interest among different topics. How do we involve people when interest is no more than 50% on any given topic? #EDLR5402

[Dev @mllebent]

I agree, Mislal! The chain reaction is clear, yet often times not provided to this level. #EDLR5402

[Mislal Andom-Lake @LakeMislal]

If we want our students to engage in rich, creative learning experiences that lead to mastery, then we must provide educators with rich, creative learning experiences that lead to mastery. (Calvert, 2016, p.10)
#EDLR5402

[Dev @mllebent]

Totally, Y'Isiah! The learning process has to go both ways and our staff has the capability to teach us things too! #EDLR5402

[Y’Isiah Lopes @yisiahlopes]

In the book  Personalized Professional Learning 
“The only way we improve our practice is to keep on learning.”  “Reach out and ask others to join you in the learning process. You only grow as far as you reach.” #EDLR5402

[Dev @mllebent]

Exactly, Lauren! Small steps can make a big difference in the long run! #EDLR5402

[Lauren R @Miss_Niessing]

We are reminded by @thelearningloop that teacher agency for professional learning has a continuum. It may take years to shift the culture of professional learning. Any small steps are important to take! #EDLR5402

[Dev @mllebent]

Great point, Jordan! Personalization is key to higher engagement! This takes much planning and knowing your staff. #EDLR5402

[Jordan Raineault @jrain51]

"there is not one right way...the most effective approaches to adult PL are personalized. they meet teachers when and where they are...and help them achieve real growth." So many great takeaways from last night with @thelearningloop. #EDLR5402