Stewart (2014) identifies importance in working professionally with the same group for 20 or more hours of professional learning. Has anyone experienced this? I can only imagine the impact! #EDLR5402

Imagine incorporating predetermined groupings into PDL- same or varied groupings based on skill/expertise. Time consuming, but so powerful. #EDLR5402

Our small group talked about the importance of identifying priorities as a school leader. Hold true to those priorities and schedule them into your daily calendar. #EDLR5402

If we are changing and shifting our instructional strategies for students, shouldn’t we be doing that for our teachers? We need to modernize PDL for our teachers so we can experience valuable instruction. #EDLR5402

PDL should have built in time for teachers to actively engage by creating new materials and practicing the work to be done for new initiatives. #EDLR5402

Allison Rodman says PDL should "Tell me why, but then show me how. Even better, give me time to do it." Very true words. #EDLR5402 #PersonalizedPL

Guskey (2017) talks of three essential questions when evaluating PDL. "What do we want to accomplish? How will we know if we do? What else might happen, good or bad?" I love the last question- there may be many unexpected outcomes! #EDLR5402

Imagine what you get when you begin PDL with appreciating those in front of you in a genuine way. It opens them up to listen more wisely and more clearly. (thank you) Allison Rodman #EDLR5402

When you utilize voice from staff members- tell them why you are not using their voice (immediately) and give them an idea of when you will be able to use their voice in the short, mid or long- term. Allison Rodman #EDLR5402

Wise Words written by bell hooks Fan Page : "To live with integrity we must dare to choose on behalf of our moral good, creating the necessary culture of accountability." #EDLR5402

Mohr (2014) reports that women apply for jobs when they meet 100% of the qualifications, and men when they meet 60% of the qualifications. As school leaders let's create supportive PDL environments to allow EVERY participant to feel comfortable challenging themselves.#EDLR5402

"A teacher has to believe that a student can become better & that they have a role in helping a student achieve that…” If that makes sense to you, please check out the work Dr. kevin jarbo is doing at Carnegie Mellon University 🙏🏽 cmu.edu/engage/about-u…

Tonight's 5099 session was a true example of what we have been learning in 5042. Professionalism-encouragement-supportive environment. One where we all had a voice and left with a stronger understanding of how to move forward. #EDLR5042

"Love is the key to changing and transforming the self-concepts of black children; it creates the path to self-esteem." bell hooks Fan Page #EDLR5402

"It doesn’t take a declaration, or an invasion, to start a war, all it takes is an ‘us’ and a ‘them.’ And a spark." Lets put aside our biases & truly listen to the experiences others have dealt with. We can do better. #EDLR5402

"Awareness and conversation" are two key points when teaching with race and equity in mind. #EDLR5402

Decided to add on to my reading. First book up! #EDLR5402

According to Murray and Johnson (2018 ) race conversations are still a "contentious" topic. As school leaders we need to create environments where we can have open and honest conversations that allow for growth in our entire school community. #EDLR5402