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Get moving in the morning!!
#WEB #DerbyDoes https://t.co/wdfSJU1fs0Letās go!! 19-20 school year has began with new WEB leader training! So thankful for our coordinators, students andā¦ https://t.co/XAWwBHkTvL
8/15
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At Lions Training Camp. Excited to see Anthony Pittman, former student. Go Groves!! Great day for football!! #rmsweepstakes #lions271
7/30
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Studentsā Needs > Adults Interest / Tradition @SteeleThoughts @ToddWhitaker #EssentialTruths https://t.co/HOMBAkykMk
Retweeted by Carman Smith6 Ways to Get Better:
1. Be humble and hungry
2. Focus on your strengths and what matters most
3. Tune out distractā¦ https://t.co/1sKbUVWa97
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Retweeted by Carman Smith6 Ways to Get Better:
1. Be humble and hungry
2. Focus on your strengths and what matters most
3. Tune out distractā¦ https://t.co/1sKbUVWa97 Retweeted by Carman Smith
7/22
2019
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Yes! So true. @brewerhm looking forward to meeting you this week at Wintergreen. https://t.co/fBCrQw4pOv
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7/21
2019
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5 Dās evil uses to destroy you and/or defeat your team.
1. Discourage
2. Distract
3. Distort (the truth with lieā¦ https://t.co/9WiiwTENES
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7/17
2019
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You canāt lead someone if you donāt know them. And you canāt motivate someone if you donāt know what motivates themā¦ https://t.co/aAjb0ptE1M
Retweeted by Carman SmithYou are greater than your circumstances. More courageous than your fears. The struggle is real but you are strong.ā¦ https://t.co/fHx9Hlb5TS
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Retweeted by Carman SmithYou are greater than your circumstances. More courageous than your fears. The struggle is real but you are strong.ā¦ https://t.co/fHx9Hlb5TS Retweeted by Carman Smith
7/13
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7/11
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@westerlundarch Itād be great to get a group of us to go. The little time that I spent there was incredible.Hanging out with the fam at Nerd Camp. Such great energy and excitement for reading and writing.
#inspired https://t.co/PTDeTM0LD3
7/10
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7/6
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You may leave a job but you donāt leave a calling.
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6/26
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@westerlundarch @OtterbacherM I like it!!!
6/25
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@fairchildlead @brewerhm It just arrived!!!
6/21
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2nd day of OCEP. Excited for the Mindfulness session of learning.#OCEP-Restorative Practice Session takeaways:
Restorative Practices is working with hearts and minds=spiritual worā¦ https://t.co/eO48GNCQemPursue student engagement but also pursue the master of not losing it within your classroom-Dave Burgess
#OCEP
6/19
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A day of learning...#OCEP https://t.co/FLDKaOSyyYHave passion from all perspectives:
Content Passions
Professional Passions
Personal Passions
-Dave Burgess
#OCEPLook for an opportunity to have an LCL (life-changing lesson) in your teaching. -Dave Burgess #OCEPAttending Oakland County Effective Practices Conference today. Looking forward to the learning.
6/18
2019
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Serve, serve, serve; and when that fails, serve more. Itās a life practice, no matter how much we feel that itās juā¦ https://t.co/CzOBOKMbss
6/13
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Derby Field Day!! Great day for a dunk tank! https://t.co/yvjFAZ0gGv
6/8
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Derbyās WEB team visited Pierce this morning! Thanks for helping us start a Friday in such a positive way!ā¦ https://t.co/M96m4rVvq8
Retweeted by Carman SmithMany people eagerly begin āthe race to the dreamā but they forget to add patience, persistence, and endurance to thā¦ https://t.co/kA0eMdzyVh
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5/31
2019
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Great day to be a Derby Dragon!! 5th graders came by for a visit!!
#WereGladYoureHere @DerbyMS https://t.co/BgJqsvGwdd
5/24
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@rbishop_jr Yep. Quick and motivational. Positive perspective.Another quick-hitter... https://t.co/UlxhfbZPn8
5/21
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@AlexAgius1 @HarlanElem Great dude!!
5/18
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5/16
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5/14
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5 Ways to Overcome Bad Days.
1. Pray
2. Remind yourself itās temporary and tomorrow is a new day.
3. Find someonā¦ https://t.co/K280KkvalY
Retweeted by Carman SmithLove is the ultimate driver of grit and excellence:
1. If you love it, youāll work hard to become great at it.
2. Iā¦ https://t.co/O9vRR6QYXk
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1. If you love it, youāll work hard to become great at it.
2. Iā¦ https://t.co/O9vRR6QYXk Retweeted by Carman Smith
5/13
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All-In Teams believe in each other, love each other, serve each other and work toward a shared vision and purpose together!
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5/4
2019
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Held our Central Leadership Team at ā¦@DerbyMSā© today. Lots of exciting learning opportunities for our students! 3Dā¦ https://t.co/6uDEwFayir
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4/30
2019
2019
Sunday night thought as you prepare for the week; Rockwell posts; āHow you show up determines where you end up.
1.ā¦ https://t.co/KDEzDxT02d
Retweeted by Carman SmithWe don't get burned out because of what we do. We get burned out because we forget why we do it. Purpose keeps you fresh!
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Retweeted by Carman SmithWe don't get burned out because of what we do. We get burned out because we forget why we do it. Purpose keeps you fresh! Retweeted by Carman Smith
4/29
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If I could just remember to live in this at all times. Spot on... https://t.co/Zz0OkPvczJ
4/28
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No matter what anyone says, just SHOW UP and DO THE WORK. https://t.co/ZhsYDjZy1V
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4/24
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When you commit to something bigger than yourself you rise to a level much higher than yourself.
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4/22
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Sometimes when reflecting on your leadership practices the question is simple - would you want to work for you?
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4/19
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7 things that will improve your team:
1. Love
2. Selflessness
3. Encouragement
4. Unity
5. Optimism
6. Communicatioā¦ https://t.co/OvA8HDHPX0
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4/18
2019
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5 Things to Do Today:
1. Attack the day with positive, contagious enthusiasm.
2. Stay positive.
3. Be thankful.
4ā¦ https://t.co/iGWXy9zrnj
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4/16
2019
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Hi Five Friday! Come on through!!
#WereGladYoureHere
#DerbyDoes https://t.co/6MMrAMUgpsA3: Education begins with adult behavior change. When we role model personal character development, we give validitā¦ https://t.co/q07h18Sw0B
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4/12
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Ironically, the greatest self growth strategy is to help others grow. When you help others grow, you grow. When youā¦ https://t.co/0Lnz4rAAcN
Retweeted by Carman SmithThursday thought from @DavidGeurin; āPeace is this:
Stop trying to change everything around you that is not yoursā¦ https://t.co/pdEssyCGEf
Retweeted by Carman Smith @martinsean Itās a constant battle. So glad that itās not just me. Ha!#DerbyDoes #WereGladYoureHere https://t.co/7hyUJ4F1niDonāt let negativity win today. Remember it starts with you. If you are complaining youāre not leading. If you areā¦ https://t.co/iGE4d6uOqR
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Retweeted by Carman SmithThursday thought from @DavidGeurin; āPeace is this:
Stop trying to change everything around you that is not yoursā¦ https://t.co/pdEssyCGEf Retweeted by Carman Smith @martinsean Itās a constant battle. So glad that itās not just me. Ha!#DerbyDoes #WereGladYoureHere https://t.co/7hyUJ4F1niDonāt let negativity win today. Remember it starts with you. If you are complaining youāre not leading. If you areā¦ https://t.co/iGE4d6uOqR Retweeted by Carman Smith
4/11
2019
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Wednesday thought from @gcouros; āEmpowerment is about ownership and agency. If I have voice and choice in my learā¦ https://t.co/K69xoEx5FQ
Retweeted by Carman SmithThe Power of Positive Summit 2019 https://t.co/omS3CH1jTY via @jongordon11
Pumped!!!āThe Energy Busā reading continues...
The great thing about the Energy Bus is that I get to drive it and invite peā¦ https://t.co/hlkD1R5pOnTuesday thought; the top 5 list for a spring renewal ; 1. Less summative assessments 2. More formative assessmentsā¦ https://t.co/qUFWxK723X
Retweeted by Carman Smith3 Things to Do Today:
1. Don't get caught in the comparison trap.
2. Don't worry about things you can't control.ā¦ https://t.co/la0h2okioq
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Retweeted by Carman SmithThe Power of Positive Summit 2019 https://t.co/omS3CH1jTY via @jongordon11
Pumped!!!āThe Energy Busā reading continues...
The great thing about the Energy Bus is that I get to drive it and invite peā¦ https://t.co/hlkD1R5pOnTuesday thought; the top 5 list for a spring renewal ; 1. Less summative assessments 2. More formative assessmentsā¦ https://t.co/qUFWxK723X Retweeted by Carman Smith3 Things to Do Today:
1. Don't get caught in the comparison trap.
2. Don't worry about things you can't control.ā¦ https://t.co/la0h2okioq Retweeted by Carman Smith
4/10
2019
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So much fun in the D! Go @tigers! @CarmanSmith1 #Detroit #Tigers #OpeningDayDET @beaconparkdet https://t.co/Z9b1de2ZsO
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4/4
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Truly loving my journey... https://t.co/UH07XowgT6
4/1
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As you pursue a dream the person you become is far more important than what you achieve.
Retweeted by Carman Smith5 Ways to be More Positive:
1. Count your blessings. You canāt be stressed and thankful at the same time.
2. See yoā¦ https://t.co/rNYEmLLKfg
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Retweeted by Carman Smith5 Ways to be More Positive:
1. Count your blessings. You canāt be stressed and thankful at the same time.
2. See yoā¦ https://t.co/rNYEmLLKfg Retweeted by Carman Smith
3/31
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My 9 year old nephew wanted to look up something in reference to the airplane mag he was reading. I asked if he wasā¦ https://t.co/n8HMP8jYH7
3/30
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Wednesday thought from @HealingMB Seven types of people to surround yourself with:
1. The kind
2. The grateful
3.ā¦ https://t.co/awi4Z7Vwgf
Retweeted by Carman SmithI am PUMPED UP!! You have to watch this. Why else would you do this??!! What an honor it is to educate and serve ouā¦ https://t.co/xkf4xKYNgH
Retweeted by Carman SmithI am PUMPED UP!! You have to watch this. Why else would you do this??!! What an honor it is to educate and serve ouā¦ https://t.co/xkf4xKYNgH
3/27
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Students in Mr. Karolyās class learning about āweatheringā by rotating a pipe containing rocks. Students then makeā¦ https://t.co/Qx93cEnT96
3/26
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Feeing inspired from reading The Energy Bus by Jon Gordon-
āthink of the one success of today that will inspire yā¦ https://t.co/OF2WtnQ9uw
3/23
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@MDZLeadership @HarlanElem Thank you so much for coming! They loved the book and your storyteller voice! āHe is sucā¦ https://t.co/iZNc8gp7xL
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3/22
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As a leader your job is to serve, not be served. Your team needs to know you care. Serve their heart. Your team neeā¦ https://t.co/oVUeMPCLfH
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3/18
2019
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Another great two hours of intentional practice and learning at Saturday School today. Thank you @fairchildlead andā¦ https://t.co/dc5RPeFOe3Great boys night tonight. https://t.co/YreSndUof2
3/16
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VIP breakfast with family and close friends this morning. Love these kids!! https://t.co/JhDTwf7jnb
3/15
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This background of acrylic layering looked pretty cool tonight at conferences.
#DerbyArt https://t.co/yfvolfbxrETeaching Staffs who ((insert activity here...read/eat/play))) together stay together! #Redpillar @CarmanSmith1 https://t.co/l37NGWxNLN
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3/14
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@GMcKinney2 Love this!!! Thanks, @GMcKinney2 !!
3/13
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6th grade WEB Tutoring tomorrow morning!! https://t.co/IAj05LcN4FThe great thing about educators is we have the opportunity to speak life into our future. If they donāt know, we caā¦ https://t.co/FS8Wd0DnsK
3/12
2019
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Check this out. Get the best version of students while they are in your classroom.
When I Failed My Student, Resā¦ https://t.co/7KnDev8KSkNew behaviors feel awkward, but improvement begins at the point of discomfort.
If you arenāt feeling some discomfā¦ https://t.co/3OlfJzmdJo
Retweeted by Carman SmithThanks @westerlundarch! Connecting curriculum to Character Ed! Check it out! https://t.co/ThvMSaAU3C
Retweeted by Carman SmithThanks @westerlundarch! Connecting curriculum to Character Ed! Check it out! https://t.co/ThvMSaAU3C
3/10
2019
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THINK before you speak:
T - Is it true?
H - Is it helpful?
I - Is it inspirational?
N - Is it necessary?
K - Is itā¦ https://t.co/KMG1VloHNB
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3/9
2019
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Another successful āHi-Fiveā Friday with special guests ā¦@MDZLeadershipā© and ā¦@RachelGuinn3ā©. Thanks for joining usā¦ https://t.co/5PHMxoDzSJThe creators of our āLove Wallā. Our Derby community is awesome!
#DerbyDoes #WereGladYoureHere https://t.co/uJWxzxKfxkDerby WEB Leaders rock out another High 5 day! If you want to know how Friday should start, talk to the students anā¦ https://t.co/aBQa7kwgKe
Retweeted by Carman SmithBest morning ever at Derby today! Ella, Maya and friends created love wall to reinforce value of each and every peā¦ https://t.co/gU3okgFZm9
Retweeted by Carman SmithWalked right into this student- created āLove Wallā this morning. So awesome! What a way to start a Friday!!!ā¦ https://t.co/wnDyFUTgI1
Retweeted by Carman SmithBest morning ever at Derby today! Ella, Maya and friends created love wall to reinforce value of each and every peā¦ https://t.co/gU3okgFZm9 Retweeted by Carman SmithWalked right into this student- created āLove Wallā this morning. So awesome! What a way to start a Friday!!!ā¦ https://t.co/wnDyFUTgI1
3/8
2019
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@DerbyMS 6th graders reading picture books to better understand their global issues novels. @CarmanSmith1ā¦ https://t.co/PFkehffExx
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3/7
2019
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Itās always a great learning opportunity to experience another building. Thanks, @SmithKnights!
#NPDL_OSThank you @SmithKnights for hosting NPDL visits today. It was awesome to see the student learning, engagement, and collaboration.Thank you @SmithKnights and @kerry_brennan4 for letting us visit. Students in 6th grade Science are working on theiā¦ https://t.co/k1KYeO8zliThank you @wallsscience7 for letting us visit your Science class. Students study the length of daylight using the sā¦ https://t.co/cgtZeQy9ZFLove this!! What is your gift?! In addition, how do we a seek improvement in the other areas where it is needed?ā¦ https://t.co/ANxH3qbVnhEducators. We are in the relationship business.
#OSNewPrincipalsThank you, @binghamfarmsele for hosting Literacy Night. Such a great event and so fun for the students. https://t.co/fnLhAavfpS
3/6
2019
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A Sunday afternoon with a Kiwi Crate. Learning is fun! https://t.co/9M0Y315K9e
3/3
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āThe goal in life is to live young, have fun, and arrive at your final destinationāas late as possibleāwith a smileā¦ https://t.co/Owosiu25mBDamon Dunbar finishes his season at the MHSAA tournament at Ford Field.he finished 4th! Congrats! @WEGroves @GrovesAthletics
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3/2
2019
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Mrs. Zerilli teaching about courage in A2 as part of the Derby character education lesson plans.
#DerbyDoes https://t.co/rOItsxTyCu
Retweeted by Carman SmithMr. Miller having a circle discussion with students at Harlan Elementary.
#WereGladYoureHere https://t.co/OdjMb91gTs
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Retweeted by Carman SmithMr. Miller having a circle discussion with students at Harlan Elementary.
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2/28
2019
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Monday thought from @gcouros ; ā Confidence is crucial to effective leadership but so is humility.ā This week practā¦ https://t.co/JH2RyGMYAQ
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2/25
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