Joanne McDermott

Thanks everyone for your kindness and generosity! Items for Food Drive were donated this week #bekind

@KateJTeach @FilLettieri Love that quote!!!

@FilLettieri Gathering data may take on a different form, moving from quantitative to qualitative. Just as we value the importance of learning skills in student development, as we adjust our methods of assessment we must consider reporting results in a more holistic way. @FilLettieri #PQP2

If we implement specific strategies to support a culturally responsive approach to teaching and learning, how will we assess the impact on student learning and achievement? #PQP2

@FilLettieri We could observe the behaviour and conversations between students. School climate surveys would also provide insight into whether the school is making progress. #PQP2 @FilLettieri

@DsmallMrs @FilLettieri Totally agree that it needs to be a part of our practice EVERY day.

@FilLettieri We need to have our educators (teachers, administrators and board level staff) reflect our diverse country. We need to weave cultural perspectives into teaching not just save it for a specific month of the year. #PQP2

How can we lessen dominant perspectives in our curriculum so that contributions from different backgrounds can be better understood and integrated into learning?#PQP2

@FilLettieri We have to be aware of the imbalance as well as know the cultures in our school, classroom and community. We need to focus on presenting material from a variety of perspectives. #PQP2 @FilLettieri

@frade_george @FilLettieri Curiousity is amazing and paired with respect, it will go very far.

@FilLettieri #PQP2 @FilLettieri The first thing we do is “leave the door open” to the differences that exist in each of us. Next, we encourage curiosity and learning about the “differences”.

Great conversations! Now our next question: How do we work with our communities to help everyone appreciate the importance of culturally responsive teaching? #PQP2 @FilLettieri

@FilLettieri Showing our school community that we have a desire to learn and make change. Invite community members into the school to present or experience what is happening there. Open the door to conversations with others. #PQP2 @FilLettieri

@DsmallMrs @FilLettieri So powerful to see yourself reflected in the materials!

@FilLettieri A diverse & inclusive classroom includes resources and books that reflect the students. Students can be heard talking about their cultural backgrounds and their backgrounds are reflected in their assignments as well. #PQP2

What does a classroom look like, sound like and feel like when it is inclusive and when instruction is responsive to the full range of student diversity? #PQP2

@mcmullinkds @FilLettieri The word WARM sums it up well. #PQP2 @FilLettieri

@FilLettieri WARM - a culturally inclusive classroom becomes a safe space for all learners to share, listen, and collaborate in relevant and meaningful ways. When all cultural identities are welcomed it feels like the heart of all participants are glowing. #PQP2 @FilLettieri

@FilLettieri Students have a voice and are connecting their own background, experiences, and culture to what they are learning. There is diversity in the materials and students feel safe, welcomed and accepted, and have high expectations for learning. @FilLettieri #PQP2

@mcmullinkds @SlidesManiaSM @CPCOofficial Just learned about Nearpod yesterday from a co-worker!! Amazing tool to use in the classroom. Thanks for sharing it George!!

Excited to participate in #CPCOlearnbydoing tomorrow to continue to build a network of learning with my colleagues! Thanks @SlidesManiaSM for the template! @CPCOofficial