Mid-Year Reflection by Whitney Field https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk en-us 2023-01-17 16:47:52 UTC 2023-01-27 18:31:14 UTC hello@padlet.com Not at this time. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451435832 2023-01-20 18:45:52 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451435832 I think they help and it's good we revisit them https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451436398 2023-01-20 18:46:08 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451436398 They're fine. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451436428 2023-01-20 18:46:10 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451436428 I think the working agreements are beneficial to the group, especially keeping track of our time. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451436711 2023-01-20 18:46:22 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451436711 I think it is. I do like facilitating the professional learning for colleagues and think it is helping me grow as a professional. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451436845 2023-01-20 18:46:31 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451436845 Start and end on time. I'd like if we could be more timely in arrival as well. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451437173 2023-01-20 18:46:50 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451437173 The working agreements are helpful, and I revisit them often https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451437290 2023-01-20 18:46:56 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451437290 I think these are critical. With well-defined roles, it clarifies expectations and helps us to achieve our goals. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451437595 2023-01-20 18:47:12 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451437595 I am grateful to be able to learn and grow myself as I work to support my colleagues, but I often feel like I have so many areas I need PD in it, that I am not best fit to be teaching it to someone. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451437806 2023-01-20 18:47:23 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451437806 I believe that it is sustainable but I would like to be given clearer expectations on my goals for facilitating professional development sessions. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451437947 2023-01-20 18:47:28 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451437947 I think the working agreements are helpful. At this time, there are no changes needed. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451438016 2023-01-20 18:47:31 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451438016 I think it is sustainable, and it feels meaningful. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451438199 2023-01-20 18:47:41 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451438199 Structures https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451438241 The structures are meaningful and important for focusing discussions and maintaining a time limit.

]]> 2023-01-20 18:47:43 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451438241 https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451438466 They are working]]> 2023-01-20 18:47:53 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451438466 I love the structures. I think having the agenda helps me think ahead so I can be prepared and supports staff who may have to miss a meeting. The timekeeping helps us feel like we can stay on track and address all we need to https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451438674 2023-01-20 18:48:05 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451438674 It's really fun, but the expectation of delivery and outcomes needs to be pre-defined. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451438806 2023-01-20 18:48:12 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451438806 I think the structure of weekly meetings works, especially when it's handled like we have, in making the time flexible when groups needed to meet individually. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451439529 2023-01-20 18:48:48 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451439529 I believe the structures in place help create a meeting that holds each other accountable and allows for all members to participate. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451439827 2023-01-20 18:48:57 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451439827 Am used to being more of an "expert" when leading PD - possibly having participated in a train the trainer session. So at times feel unknowledgeable as the leader of the PD. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451439909 2023-01-20 18:49:01 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451439909 The structure seems essential. However, I wonder if the time constraints hinder us from having open conversations that we may need to have. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451439928 2023-01-20 18:49:02 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451439928 I think they are meaningful. The use of agenda keeps us on track and focuses us on the tasks at hand while also allowing us to bring up new issues/add to the parking lot if we have a burning need/issue. It would also be helpful if people were on time so that our roles such as timekeeper and note-taker could be rotated equitably. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451440035 2023-01-20 18:49:08 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451440035 Yes. The planning time being built in is strongly needed. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451440582 2023-01-20 18:49:33 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451440582 Absolutely. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451440928 2023-01-20 18:49:49 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451440928 I would be interested to know the plan for the group before committing. I really enjoy being part of a group where I can collaborate with different people and have a voice in what is happening at our school, but I feel like I am not the best person to be facilitating trainings in areas beyond my scope https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451441013 2023-01-20 18:49:55 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451441013 It seems great to meet weekly, but I am wondering if bi-weekly would work better with a little bit longer time? https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451441492 2023-01-20 18:50:12 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451441492 I think the meetings are helpful but it might benefit the members of the group to hold meetings twice a month or once a month. I do think the dedicated time to planning our professional development sessions has been the most helpful. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451441509 2023-01-20 18:50:12 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451441509 If the need is such that we need to meet weekly then like this structure - fine with group check in and then break out. Keeps me honest with the time commitment. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451441597 2023-01-20 18:50:18 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451441597 https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451442065 It's sustainable, but maybe next year we can choose some different topics for the PL sessions. It feels move valuable when we learn from people we know in the building. It also seems to help us build our community as we get to know people we may not have gotten to know otherwise. ]]> 2023-01-20 18:50:39 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451442065 They are fine https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451442240 2023-01-20 18:50:49 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451442240 I like the purpose of this group. I don't know that it has to be solely lead teachers. There are (or have been in the past) many colleagues that have knowledge and expertise that might be interested in leading a professional development that they are passionate about. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451442799 2023-01-20 18:51:20 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451442799 It has been helpful to me as a teacher to participate in a small group to learn names of staff and get to know them better. The extra responsibilities regarding planning and preparing the PL are challenging to balance with the other lead responsibilities. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451442879 2023-01-20 18:51:24 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451442879 https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451443122 Yes! I know just where to look when I'm looking for information.]]> 2023-01-20 18:51:38 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451443122 I think the group is sustainable and needed. If we did not have this group, what would be the alternative? How would our colleagues continue their professional development at Swanson? https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451443153 2023-01-20 18:51:40 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451443153 Definitely. I enjoy seeing people that I normally see while we are scurrying around. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451443372 2023-01-20 18:51:53 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451443372 I think the weekly meetings give us a lot of momentum to do the work and to continue to meet the needs of the staff and of this group. I do think that at the beginning of the year it may have felt like a big adjustment for participants because that is when we have a lot of demands on our schedule/commitments that seem to sneak up on us. I also think it is important to give the gift of time when we can, and cancelling meetings that we do not need is always appreciated. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451443447 2023-01-20 18:51:58 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451443447 I believe strongly in PD so like being in this leadership role, but feel some pre-training for us before leading PD could be useful. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451443495 2023-01-20 18:52:01 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451443495 Yes. This is a role that I enjoy greatly and I find very enriching. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451443829 2023-01-20 18:52:18 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451443829 I am not sure that I want to participate next year. As a newer teacher, I would like to put more focus into bettering myself for my classroom. It is certainly something that I have been pondering about since in many ways I do not always feel ready for this role. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451444203 2023-01-20 18:52:37 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451444203 I would like to take turns with other team members to participate in this group. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451444225 2023-01-20 18:52:38 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451444225 I appreciated the time during these meetings to plan. I would like the ability to choose my PL offering on an area where I have more expertise. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451444408 2023-01-20 18:52:49 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451444408 Are the structures meaningful? Yes. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451444424 2023-01-20 18:52:50 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451444424 https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451445871 Weekly works, but once every two weeks, for the full period would work better for me. ]]> 2023-01-20 18:54:02 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451445871 Love the community builder activities! https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451445896 2023-01-20 18:54:04 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451445896 It is important to have structures and expectations in place because it helps the pace and flow of the meeting. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451446234 2023-01-20 18:54:22 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451446234 Weekly meetings have been helpful in keeping momentum, but it has also been difficult in meeting my other responsibilities, especially during short weeks or testing season. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451447334 2023-01-20 18:55:00 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451447334 https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451447519 Yes]]> 2023-01-20 18:55:11 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451447519 Weekly or biweekly works. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451447578 2023-01-20 18:55:14 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451447578 Yes https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451447742 2023-01-20 18:55:22 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451447742 In its current structure, I don't think that these meetings need to occur on a weekly basis. I think debriefing is critical for adjusting our path as needed. It would be nice to have more time to plan with our team https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451448460 2023-01-20 18:56:02 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451448460 Happy to participate and have a voice in PL. Would like to have a break from leading from time to time so that I can also pursue other topics of interest. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451448598 2023-01-20 18:56:11 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451448598 I would participate again, but would forfeit my place on this team if there were others in the building that wanted to lead professional development that they are passionate about. https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451471887 2023-01-20 19:17:53 UTC https://padlet.com/whitneyfield/prv8wbptzp3odsfk/wish/2451471887