We always look for avenues to get out and connect with the kids
Outside the classroom, in terms of connecting with students, there are some exciting possibilities
It's a good way to just send a quick note. The kids are there, so why not be where the kids are to get and send information?
My personal threshold ... is not to accept friends on Facebook from KIPP-sters until they are in college.
I'm interested in my students, and I like to hear from them. I have a couple of kids in college now who have sent messages thanking me for helping prepare them. I had a kid send me a message asking advice about picking a major.
If they want to 'friend' me, they can ... My Facebook is entirely PG. There's no cursing. There are no photos of me having a good time on the weekend -- nothing like that.