Samantha Keesling

Deficit language focuses on what's missing rather than what's possible. In school improvement work, this kind of language can erode collaboration and trust. Here's how to shift it: hubs.li/Q03sdHhm0 @MeganKortlandt @Keesling_Math

Hey, we presented at the @ASCD Leadership Summit today! @CarlyStone_PL @MeganKortlandt

This summer @Keesling_Math and I wrote about a protocol we’ve developed to facilitate conversations that are asset-oriented and supportive.

#248math ♥️

Supporting future #JEPL lab facilitators and visiting classrooms to support math and ELA connections with district improvement teams made for a great week. The cherry on top was doing it with @MeganKortlandt and OS early literacy friends like Asha, Christina and @CurrieAshelin.

Whoa, @MeganKortlandt we are #8! ♥️🤯

Setting up for Growing Learning Lab Facilitators #MImathessentials @MeganKortlandt @Sohnia

Today we’re launching our Cultivating Continuous Improvement Series to support districts with developing strong organizational practices. Full house! @MeganKortlandt @Keesling_Math @CurrieAshelin @Asha35Williams @suzannetoohey @OaklandSchools

I just learned the proper term is bevy. A bevy of swans. Even better.

A gaggle of swans crossed the road in front of me this morning. There has gotta be a joke here, right?

I had the opportunity to facilitate learning around one of my favorite topics-labs, with two of my favorite people @MeganKortlandt @noviteach90 #MImathessentials

I've used norms in PL plenty of times just to have them- and they sucked. @MeganKortlandt and I have spent a year reflecting on how to create: Norms that Don't Suck (original title). Check it out, give us your feedback, and help us get better. ascd.org/blogs/designin…

Essentials in Action today. With #MImathessentials

A new adventure for my hubby. ♥️

@ErinPeyerk @PHSchools Thank you for having me! It was a great day with a great team. ♥️

Thank you for a great day of learning in @PHSchools ! #1phasd