Teacher Check In

In this shorter episode, Renee Boss, NBCT, talks with seniors (now recent graduates) Max and Tara. The students share their thoughts on mental health and well-being as students and give thoughts on what they see from teachers. #BeBraveBeWell

Kentucky teacher, Amanda Klare, interviews North Carolina principal/author, Sean Gaillard to discuss Ted Lasso effect and how it relates to the education world. The two educators share an appreciation for the series and talk about the impact it has had on them professionally.

Kentucky Teacher, Renee Boss, talks with administrators from three different schools in Kentucky. Mr. Kevin Faris, Assistant Principal at Woodford County High School. Mr. Nelson Griffin, Head of School at Community Montessori in Lexington, and Dr. Janice Wyatt-Ross, director of Success Academy in Fayette County. Together, they discuss how we can move away from an “us vs. them” (admin vs. teachers) mentality in our schools by listening more to one another, remaining open-minded, and taking opportunities to self-reflect.

In this episode, Renee Boss talks with Penny Christian, a parent, PTA leader, and Prichard Committee Member. They discuss family and community partnerships and the impact of teacher well-being on families.

In this episode of The Teacher Check In, Renee Boss leads a discussion with three other educators - two preservice teachers, Connor O'Brien and Chloe Rowsey - and a veteran teacher who left the classroom, Ashley Lamb-Sinclair. They discuss their various perspectives on the current state of the teaching profession, their experiences choosing to enter or to exit the profession, and their hopes for educators going forward. The Teacher Check In podcast is brought to you by Brave Teacher Kentucky (formerly, Brave New Teaching Kentucky), a coalition of Kentucky educators working to support one another for the growth and wellbeing of all Kentucky schools. Learn more at www.braveteacherky.org/.

Three brand new Kentucky educators - Maggie Pool, James Henry & Abigail Bullmore - reflect on what the past year has been like for them in a conversation with their mentor, Ashleigh Glickley. The Teacher Check In podcast is brought to you by Brave Teacher Kentucky (formerly, Brave New Teaching Kentucky), a coalition of Kentucky educators working to support one another for the growth and wellbeing of all Kentucky schools. Learn more at www.braveteacherky.org/.

In this episode of Teacher Check In, Renee Boss and Ashley Lamb-Sinclair, founding members of Brave Teacher Kentucky, discuss their relationship as mentor and mentee over the years and how authentic mentor relationships can be an avenue to professional and personal well-being for educators. The Teacher Check In podcast is brought to you by Brave Teacher Kentucky (formerly, Brave New Teaching Kentucky), a coalition of Kentucky educators working to support one another for the growth and wellbeing of all Kentucky schools. Learn more at www.braveteacherky.org/.

In this episode of Teacher Check In, Ashley Lamb-Sinclair, a founding member of Brave Teacher Kentucky, discusses the nuances of how educators might engage in courageous conversations with school leaders with two principals - Andrew Terry & Lisa Jarrett - who led her through many. How can educators initiate change, ask for support, or broach tough topics alongside school leaders? And how can school leaders return the support in kind, as well as empower educators to care for their own well-being? These three former colleagues dive into these waters together in today's conversation. The Teacher Check In podcast is brought to you by Brave Teacher Kentucky (formerly, Brave New Teaching Kentucky), a coalition of Kentucky educators working to support one another for the growth and wellbeing of all Kentucky schools. Learn more at www.braveteacherky.org/.

In this episode of Teacher Check In, Natalie Croney, a Kentucky educator, learns why and how to set healthy boundaries from Lettie Johnson of Gifted by Design Coaching and Consulting, LLC; Tiffany Roberts, MSSW, CSW, CTP; and Tomeika S. Reeves, MSSW, LCSW, CCTP of Leavell Counseling, LLC. Follow Lettie Johnson, Tiffany Roberts, and Tomeika S. Reeves at @GiftedByDesignLLC. Contact them at Lettie@giftedbydesign.net; Tiffany@giftedbydesign.net; and Tomeika@LeavellCounselingllc.com. The Teacher Check In podcast is brought to you by Brave Teacher Kentucky (formerly, Brave New Teaching Kentucky), a coalition of Kentucky educators working to support one another for the growth and wellbeing of all Kentucky schools. Learn more at www.braveteacherky.org/.

In this episode, Renee Boss and Natalie Croney discuss addiction and recovery with Jessica Dueñas, the 2019 Kentucky State Teacher of the Year and an advocate for mental health. Jessica Dueñas worked in special education and equity advocacy for 13 years. Dueñas said that to anyone who looked at her, she excelled, but she led a double life. She hid a history of self-medicating and coping with alcohol, forcing herself to perform well outwardly to hide her pain. Listen as Dueñas shares her story about battling addiction while teaching and what maintaining sobriety looks like for her. Connect with Jessica Dueñas on Twitter @JDuenas24. Her website is https://www.jessicaduenas.net/. To connect with Renee on Twitter, find her at @renee_boss. To connect with Natalie on Twitter, find her at @ncroney. If you need substance abuse or mental health help contact SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-4357. It is confidential free help, from public health agencies, to find substance use treatment and information. The Teacher Check In podcast is brought to you by Brave Teacher Kentucky (formerly, Brave New Teaching Kentucky), a coalition of Kentucky educators working to support one another for the growth and wellbeing of all Kentucky schools. Learn more at www.braveteacherky.org/.

In this episode, Renee Boss, a Kentucky educator, chats with Amy Morin, author of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do and other internationally best-selling books. They discuss strategies and tips for building mental strength as educators, so we can also help our students also develop mental strength. Amy Morin is editor-in-chief at Verywell Mind, a licensed clinical social worker, psychotherapist, and psychology lecturer at Northeastern University.  She is also an international bestselling author and a regular contributor to Forbes, Business Insider, and Psychology Today where her articles on mental strength reach more than 2 million readers each month. To connect with Renee on Twitter, find her at @renee_boss.  To connect with Amy on Twitter, find her at @AmyMorinLCSW. The Teacher Check In podcast is brought to you by Brave Teacher Kentucky (formerly, Brave New Teaching Kentucky), a coalition of Kentucky educators working to support one another for the growth and wellbeing of all Kentucky schools. Learn more at www.braveteacherky.org/.

Lauren Coffey, an educator from Bowling Green, Kentucky, sits down with Jeanie Smith, another educator and social justice advocate from Bowling Green, to discuss the delicate balance of teaching and parenting in the midst of the Covid 19 pandemic. They discuss the importance of establishing routines, creating boundaries, and finding hidden joys during tough times. The Teacher Check In podcast is brought to you by Brave Teacher Kentucky (formerly, Brave New Teaching Kentucky), a coalition of Kentucky educators working to support one another for the growth and wellbeing of all Kentucky schools. Learn more at www.braveteacherky.org/. To connect with Lauren on Twitter, find her @CoffeyLauren. To connect with Jeanie, find her @JeanieSmith4KY.

In our inaugural episode of Teacher Check In, Natalie Croney, Kentucky educator and founding Brave Teacher Kentucky member, discusses mindfulness and radical self-care with Dr. Lacretia Dye, a professor at Western Kentucky University, a licensed professional clinical counselor, and a yoga mindfulness teacher and enthusiast. Dr. Dye shares her simplified view of mindfulness and meditation to break through buzz words and provide real insight for educators to put both to use so we all can be brave and be well. The Teacher Check In podcast is brought to you by Brave Teacher Kentucky (formerly, Brave New Teaching Kentucky), a coalition of Kentucky educators working to support one another for the growth and wellbeing of all Kentucky schools. Learn more at https://www.braveteacherky.org/.

Kentucky teachers, we're so excited to offer you The Teacher Check In podcast, hosted by Brave New Teaching Kentucky! Stay tuned for our inaugural season where a different member each episode of the Brave New Teaching Kentucky Coalition will host thought-leaders both in and outside of education. Join us as we discuss topics pertaining to radical self care for educators. Want to know how to advocate for your own self care with school administration? Set boundaries with your work? Engage in courageous conversations? Or embrace overall well-being for yourselves, your peers, your students, and your community? We're ready to roll up our sleeves to discuss these topics and more with you! To learn more about Brave New Teaching Kentucky or join the cause, visit https://www.bravenewteaching.org/.