Building Bonds Between Administrators & Teachers by Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef As part of the #GratitudeExperiment, school and district leaders share how they create a culture of appreciation. April 27, 2017 | SevenzoMiniChallenge.org en-us 2017-04-27 22:28:41 UTC 2026-01-24 20:27:50 UTC hello@padlet.com Join the #GratitudeExperiment Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168768999 Sevenzo invites all educators and school staff to take part in The Gratitude Experiment mini challenge to create a school community focused on gratitude and appreciation. Find out more and how to accept the challenge at Sevenzominichallenge.org

In this chat, Superintendent Houston Barber and CAO Ron Chi of Frankfort, KY lead a conversation among administrators and educators about strategies for building a culture of understanding, belonging and appreciation for all our students.
]]> 2017-04-27 22:30:12 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168768999 Next Live Chat: The Gratitude Experiment: Real Teacher Results Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168769230 How can simple acts of gratitude improve outcomes for students and school communities alike?

This month, Sevenzo invites educators and school staff to take part in the #GratitudeExperiment to create a school community focused on gratitude and appreciation. Join Kentucky teacher Rebecca Reynolds in a live video chat on Monday, May 1 at 8:00pm Eastern to learn more!
]]> 2017-04-27 22:33:36 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168769230 Recommended Reading | The Butterfly Effect Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168776958 How do teachers' interactions with students help them change the world?

Superintendent Houston Barber invited his administrative team to read and discuss the Butterfly Effect to create a systemic and purposeful culture of appreciation. He reflected on the importance of recognizing individuals and how they contribute to the broader community.

A 15 minute read! ]]> 2017-04-28 00:20:12 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168776958 How do you build trust with teachers as an administrator? Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168777398 Trust your teachers
Thank and recognize them for what they do well
Provide them with resources and support for their growth]]> 2017-04-28 00:23:59 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168777398 It's all about loving and serving Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168777526 - Geneva Stark, Human Resources at Jefferson County Public Schools, Kentucky on why appreciation for teachers belongs at the forefront.]]> 2017-04-28 00:25:18 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168777526 If you have teachers that never have their voice recognized, how are they going to make individual students feel like their voices are valued? Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168778448 Ron Chi reflected on the importance of a system that recognizes all voices. ]]> 2017-04-28 00:34:35 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168778448 New teacher induction and professional development are opportunities for early and ongoing support for teachers and recognition of their contributions to the school community. Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168778469 Geneva Stark reflected on how she thinks about growing leaders in her role at Human Resources at Jefferson County Public Schools in Kentucky]]> 2017-04-28 00:34:55 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168778469 An administrator's responsibility Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168779109 Tune in
Be present
Respond
Acknowledge
Do something]]> 2017-04-28 00:43:18 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168779109 When teachers share their voice, what can administrators do next? Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168779317 Appreciate the response
Formalize next steps
Presentations
Connections
Support from a network
Policy change]]> 2017-04-28 00:45:31 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168779317 Leadership can come from anywhere. Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168779395 - Ron Chi on recognizing the magical things that are happening at every level in a school system.]]> 2017-04-28 00:46:19 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168779395 The students are watching what we do and not just what we say. Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168779614 Geneva Stark shared the importance of modeling a positive, supportive  environment between the adults in a school, even if it's as simple as a warm greeting in the hallway. ]]> 2017-04-28 00:49:01 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168779614 Idea to Try | Modeling inclusion Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168779813 When the school has celebrations, personally invite school staff who might not be included. Bus drivers, custodians, cafeteria workers, crossing guards-- you never know who is going to touch a student's life. ]]> 2017-04-28 00:51:44 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168779813 Recommended Reading | The Orange Frog Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168780034 Inspired by this book, Houston Barber replaced his daily to do list with a gratitude list. ]]> 2017-04-28 00:54:49 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168780034 Idea to Try | The Gratitude List: Ditch the Deficit Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168780145 Every day, make a list of what you are thankful for that day. Instead of a to-do list, think about what progress you've made and who helped you reach your goals. 

Houston Barber swears by it! As a goal-driven superintendent, he loved how it helped him stop thinking about the deficit and instead reflect on the positive progress he was seeing in his community.]]> 2017-04-28 00:56:23 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168780145 We have the best and the brightest right there in our building. We can learn from each other. Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168780977 Dr. Diane Hatchett of Hancock County Middle School in Kentucky gives her teachers the floor to lead professional development for their peers.

During weekly PLCs and early release days four times a year, teachers lead planning and professional development. They also have a day to take turns sharing present their best practices and ideas in their classrooms. ]]> 2017-04-28 01:05:51 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168780977 Learning from the world Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168781412 Houston Barber reflects on how other countries recognize teachers through systematic support for their learning and growth. ]]> 2017-04-28 01:10:00 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168781412 Idea to Try | End of Year Celebration Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168781580 Principal Diane Hatchett collaborates with teachers and students each year to celebrate school staff through written thank-you notes and creating a presentation celebrating teachers. ]]> 2017-04-28 01:11:46 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168781580 Appreciation makes a great team Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168782225 Administrators reflected on how recognizing the individual contributions of teachers helps them build stronger teams.]]> 2017-04-28 01:19:20 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168782225 It's amazing to see the progress that students are starting to make. Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168782415 Teacher leader Stephanie Starkey discussed the transformation she saw in her school as a result of a culture of appreciation. The sense of community amongst the staff and support through targeted resources made all the difference. ]]> 2017-04-28 01:21:09 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168782415 A culture of improvement -- not defend and deny Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168782808 Houston Barber shared how a culture of gratitude resulted in teachers sharing expertise with each other and having a platform to invent]]> 2017-04-28 01:25:35 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168782808 How do you give teachers a platform to invent? Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168783152 Time for collaborative peer learning opportunities
Regular home visits with a district social worker
A summer institute where teachers share their best practices]]> 2017-04-28 01:28:28 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168783152 There used to be this divide. Everyone was scared to share what they were doing in their classroom and shut the door. Now, it's: what can we do together to make sure that every single child in this building gets as much as possible? Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168783635 Stephanie Starkey shared the refreshing shift she's seen in her 14 years as a teacher in Frankfort, Kentucky. When a mental health crisis arises, she knows her team is there for her. ]]> 2017-04-28 01:33:56 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168783635 A culture of gratitude is beneficial to mental health for students -- and teachers Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168783829 When administrators and teachers work together as a team, schools are a better place for everyone to feel safe and thrive.]]> 2017-04-28 01:35:57 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168783829 Idea to Try | 3:1 Supports Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168784405 Superintendent Houston Barber has implemented an initiative for our district: 3:1 supports. This means every student in the district will receive academic supports, social/emotional supports, and access to opportunity.

Various academic programs are utilized in our district such as Benchmark to Literacy and Summit Schools.

Our district has partnered with a local counseling center who has offices in our K-8 building that offers counseling for all students, staff and families. We are also starting to work with My Life My Power in our schools.

For access to opportunity, students are partnered with a community mentor in an area of interest and high school students have internship opportunities at local businesses in their area of interest.

Because of the 3:1 supports, each and every student is important. Each has value; each is worthy of all opportunities.

- Heidi Givens

]]> 2017-04-28 01:41:51 UTC https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168784405 There are administrators walking the individualized walk, and we're telling them -- join us! We really can impact systems and ultimately impact children. Sevenzo https://padlet.com/Sevenzo/c7d89w5hvnef/wish/168785055 Ron Chi called on administrators to continue learning about what's happening in Frankfort and across the country. 

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