November 7th - Staff Meeting by https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f en-us 2018-11-08 18:23:23 UTC 2018-11-13 13:24:57 UTC hello@padlet.com learning https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303216864 A few students expressed thoughts that go against research for how learning happens.  It might be helpful to make sure we're teaching students how best to learn using cognitive science and discourage ineffective learning methods.]]> 2018-11-12 12:34:47 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303216864 https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303224860 The concerns expressed by these students mirror many if not all of the concerns my students have shared with me over the course of my career. The vast majority of our students wouldn't feel comfortable sharing their thoughts with the staff. I enjoyed it allowed the staff to learn things they may not have known. 

]]> 2018-11-12 12:57:47 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303224860 https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303230525 What stood out to me is that these students really just want to feel connected and seen as individuals by their teachers, administrators, and staff that they interact with on a daily basis.

]]> 2018-11-12 13:11:59 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303230525 Learning: https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303238840 Actually, I agree with the students.  Six hours of largely lecture would make me tune out.  I see innovative teachers here at PHS and those who are trying to reach kids where they are by mixing lecture with activity and tests/quizzes with PBL and group activities.  I hope this trend continues..

]]> 2018-11-12 13:31:18 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303238840 Strategies https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303239599 One part of the IB Program that is consistent is that students' knowledge is measured in a number of different ways. One strategy I think is effective is through the use of Oral Exams; allow students to verbally explain what they know and the teacher follows up with questioning.]]> 2018-11-12 13:33:08 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303239599 https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303243654 I found it interesting that the students identified relationships as so important to them since I've seen the impact of this on their success for many years. I hope that staff truly heard this message from the students and make building a community and relationships with students a priority to improve achievement. ]]> 2018-11-12 13:41:29 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303243654 I would love to see student/parent feedback as part of the evaluation process. From what I hear and have heard from students it is the same teachers every year that cause the stress. The only way to get the honest information is from the families. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303272116 2018-11-12 14:33:04 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303272116 I enjoyed hearing the student perspective. I hope staff members do some self-reflection on assessments and course structure. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303273492 2018-11-12 14:35:35 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303273492 I let students know about assignments at least 8 days in advance so they have ample time to plan and allocate their time. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303273716

]]> 2018-11-12 14:36:00 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303273716 https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303274949 Working with students 1 on 1 would improve a lot of the comments and concerns raised. ]]> 2018-11-12 14:38:04 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303274949 Building relationships is most important and smaller class sizes will certainly make a difference. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303275980 2018-11-12 14:39:43 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303275980 I always enjoy having students participate by way of letting us know what their experiences are so we can better understand their perspective. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303291612 2018-11-12 15:02:27 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303291612 My classes are ones where I begin by checking in with students to ask them how they're doing, if there's any news they'd like to share, etc. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303293084 2018-11-12 15:04:37 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303293084 Too much homework. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303294026 2018-11-12 15:06:09 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303294026 Continued dialogue. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303294265 2018-11-12 15:06:33 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303294265 Provide students with an assignment sheet by unit so they know what is coming up. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303305868 2018-11-12 15:24:30 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303305868 Continued dialogue. Sharing ideas! https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303306099 2018-11-12 15:24:50 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303306099 Provide students a TRUE syllabus so they know what we are doing when and can work on time management skills so they never get overwhelmed. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303326811 2018-11-12 15:59:32 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303326811 How stressed students seem and feel at such a young age when there will be much bigger stressors later in life. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303327260 2018-11-12 16:00:16 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303327260 Communicating with other teachers in common 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th grade classes to really take a look at the amount of homework that is truly given and what a student is expected to do on a daily basis. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303327537 2018-11-12 16:00:47 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303327537 Smaller class sizes - we focus so much on data and closing the gap but really what would and help is smaller class sizes. Smaller class sizes would give teachers time to connect & help struggling students. I wonder if the rise in stress correlates to the rise in class size - from my observation both have been increasing over the years. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303677746 2018-11-13 12:22:46 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303677746 Students appreciating the personal connection with some teachers - feeling heard and understood. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303678989 2018-11-13 12:26:07 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303678989 No Homework - unless they can't finish something in class. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303679247 2018-11-13 12:26:55 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303679247 I enjoyed hearing from the students - I appreciate hearing/confirming what I hear in my classroom. I think we should have something similar with staff about the school and administration. I feel as teachers we are expected to support and listen to our students but administrators don't hear/listen to teachers. Timing could have been better - sitting and listening (after spending all day yesterday doing the same thing) when we have grades due was frustrating. https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303680132 2018-11-13 12:29:17 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303680132 Can there please not be 1-2 hours of math every night? If they get it in the first 10 problems, is that not sufficient? Conversely, if they do not get it in the first 3 problems, why suffer through 50 more? Who is helping? Do quizzes need to be every week for an hour? That is a LOT of assessing time. Why not a problem or 2 for a quiz and then help them when they are struggling? https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303701983 2018-11-13 13:23:02 UTC https://padlet.com/danielle_ramos2/ob85ht8xe20f/wish/303701983