T.J. Weiss

Learner and Leader

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Consistency is important. However, blind ambition for consistency in education fans the flames of inequity, further divides cultures, and accelerates the cycle of institutional racism. #culturallyresponsive #traumainformed

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Leading a new staff orientation monthly at my school.Hired about 35 new staff with varying levels of experience.Theme is connection and continuous learning.Looking for an activity to help develop their own personalized learning network(school, district, digital)Thanks #Growth

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Connection leads to restoration in all aspects of life. Great speaker and the right mindset. Connection over content, relationships over rules. Thanks. @domsmithRP #restorativejustice

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Thanks for the help. Another great PLC training @mikemattos65. Relevant, practical, and applicable to the work. Helping all students achieve success. #collaboration #PLC

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Academic optimism is a foundational component for a school on the path toward collective efficacy. @katiemartinedu

[Katie Martin @katiemartinedu]

Teachers' Expectations Can Influence How Students Perform https://t.co/U5vZG84k2b

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

@katiemartinedu Great for parenting too.

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

I earned a promotion today, excited to serve in a different role. Learning and evolving led to this great opportunity. My digital PLN played a big role @gcouros @smgaillard @katiemartinedu @Principal_EL @burgessdave @simonsinek @BreneBrown Your mindset and words have inspired me.

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Inspiring change is so difficult. Feelings-Thinking-Behavior (3 legged stool @BreneBrown ). Inspiration and vision followed by rational thought and facts @simonsinek can lead to meaningful/sustainable growth for an organization. Awesome podcast.

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Mindset. Positivity. “Being positive doesn’t mean ignoring the negative. Being positive means overcoming the negative.” Marcandangel. Solution focused @gcouros #positivity

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Motivating discussion between @gcouros and @Principal_EL Equity, empowerment, belief in all, team development, sports analogies... Supporting teachers to create the best environment for kids. Having hard conversations grounded in empathy and respect to help each other grow.

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Another good podcast @smgaillard “Creative courage” Taking risks, removing ego, and adding vulnerability leads to great collaboration. The “synergy that follows” can lead to networked and connected learning sparking change, growth, and innovation.

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Great podcast @burgessdave & @smgaillard loved the musical masterpiece analogies. Modeling empathy, love, vulnerability... The impact of educators is significant, belief in the potential of all kids and teachers. School culture, life, wellness, music... Discovered via @gcouros

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Sometimes collaboration is mistaken for people talking and accomplishing nothing. Good thought from @gcouros & @KatieNovakUDL Great adult learning and collaboration should look like highly effective classrooms, thoughtful planning & clear intended outcomes. #InnovatorsMindset

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Extremely challenging to move the needle but necessary. Always lead with the why (student success) and start with a coalition of the willing to get buy in. Modeling and developing a culture of healthy risk taking and growth mindset is key. @katiemartinedu #PBL

[Katie Martin @katiemartinedu]

4 Shifts To Move From Teacher-Centered To Learner-Centered https://t.co/P8OhU3y119

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

As an introverted leader who learned to be successful in an extroverted world, listening has always been a strength and contributes to strong relationships. Working to be connected/building a network has led to professional growth and helped me develop my voice. Thanks @gcouros

[George Couros @gcouros]

"...we must have the opportunity to share our thoughts with the world, but it is also important that we have the ability to listen effectively. If everyone is talking, but no one is listening, we lose a lot of learning from others’ experiences & wisdom." https://t.co/9NGTLEdkJg

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

@katiemartinedu Great data. Thoughtful, well planned, rigorous PBL not only increases proficiency, it can transform a school culture. Empowering students/teachers to be innovative and allows schools to truly personalize learning. #PBL

[Katie Martin @katiemartinedu]

If we really want to improve outcomes for students and help them deepen expertise, improve motivation, and develop fluency with foundational skills and application to solve meaningful problems, we have to use principles that we know impact learning.

https://t.co/HdTp9VR8iK

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Traditional, teacher centered instruction can “give the illusion of knowledge” ⁦⁦⁦⁦⁦@edutopia⁩ Student voice/ownership can lead to empowerment, sending students on a path toward greater achievement & innovation. #learnercentered https://t.co/ywMwW6Tt9u

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

@katiemartinedu Distributed leadership/building capacity leading to great committee work. Teacher-driven professional learning with choice/voice. Culture of risk taking/failing forward. @gcouros Podcast talked about mini innovation grants to empower staff. #LCInnovation

[Katie Martin @katiemartinedu]

What are your best tips, lessons, or examples of how to empower people to learn, improve, and innovate?

#LCInnovation

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Would be good for onsite learning as well.

[George Couros @gcouros]

Reading Resources for Your Blended or Online Class – by @Catlin_Tucker https://t.co/o6NV8DwRjN

[T.J. Weiss @tw_leader]

Relationships 1st. "I decided to treat every single student as if I have no idea what they're going through." #InnovateInsidetheBox All students need empathetic and loving teachers, they will learn because you care. Connection over content. @gcouros @KatieNovakUDL #relationships

[Katie Novak @KatieNovakUDL]

This article is a warm blanket for an educator's soul. "12 Things Students Remember Most About Good Teachers."

@gcouros - This is why relationships are at the core in #innovateinsidethebox ❤️

https://t.co/D3UFORGUZe #UDL