Podcasts about Middle school

If you've been putting off your college essay, dreading it like a monkey on your back—you're not alone. But what if you could stop trying to sound impressive and start telling a story that actually matters?In this episode, I'll guide you through the exact questions and strategies we used in the first week of my Personal Statement Workshop to help students uncover stories that admissions officers care about.You'll learn:Why this essay can make or break your applicationWhat admissions officers are really looking forHow to start discovering the contradictions and insights that make your story unforgettableExamples of thought-provoking contradictions like “a colorblind painter” or “a debater who avoids conflict”Insightful truths that make you human—and memorableWhether you join my workshop or not, this episode will help you begin writing an essay that's honest, thoughtful, and impossible to ignore.Ready to take action?Join my 4-week Personal Statement Workshop and finish your essay before July even starts. You'll get instant access to the replay of Session 1 and join me live for the next three trainings. Enroll now: TILC.to/essayMentioned in this episode:20+ examples of powerful contradictions you can explore in your own storyInsightful one-liners that could become the heart of your essayThe two questions every personal statement should answer

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On this week's episode of Raising Confident Girls, your host, Melissa Jones, sits down with Dayle Sheehan Britton—a bestselling author, and happiness advocate whose life changed at sixteen when she became a full-time wheelchair user. Dayle shares how she transformed that challenge into a story of resilience and growth, and together, she and Melissa explore the power of a positive mindset, the role of calm and supportive parenting, and how to help kids overcome limiting beliefs so they can thrive emotionally, socially, and individually. In this episode, we cover:What it means to lead with resilience and radical responsibilityHow “Yeah, But” thinking holds kids (and adults) backWhy modeling calm, supportive parenting is so powerfulThe emotional impact of positive role modelsHow to help kids navigate friendships and conflict with confidenceWhy embracing differences builds self-acceptance and empathyThe importance of nurturing individuality and happiness from withinIt's an inspiring, wisdom-packed episode that will leave you feeling empowered to help your child grow into the most confident, compassionate version of themselves.Download the Quick Tips PDF of today's episode for future reference.If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let's work together to raise the next generation of confident girls.Connect with Dayle:Instagram WebsiteMelissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Is your teaching assignment moving to middle school for the first time? Don't panic! Today we're talking about what you need, like mental tools, physical tools, and all the in-between to not just survive but thrive during this season of transition.Topics DiscussedMindset Shifts – “You're Not Starting Over”The Practical ToolboxEmotional & Social ToolsExpect Chaos... and Embrace ItEllie's blog posts about routine:Routines during 1st week: https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/teaching-classroom-routines-the-first-week-of-school/Beginning of class routines: https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/middle-school-classroom-routines-to-begin-class/End of class routines: https://cognitivecardiomath.com/cognitive-cardio-blog/middle-school-classroom-routines-to-end-class/Related EpisodesEpisode 10: https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/show-notes/classroom-transition-ideas/Episode 12: https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/show-notes/classroom-economy-systems/Episode 14: https://teachingtoolboxpodcast.com/show-notes/effective-morning-routines-and-classroom-greetings/Please subscribe on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode. Whether it's Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or some other listening app, we encourage you to take a moment to subscribe to The Teaching Toolbox. And if you feel so inclined, we would love a review at Apple or Spotify to help other listeners find us just like you did.This episode may contain affiliate links.Amazon links are affiliate links from Brittany Naujok and The Colorado Classroom, LLC®. I earn a small amount from your clicks on these links.Let's ConnectTo stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram.Join Brittany's 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook.Join Ellie's

Emily came to us with an issue she has with her son about what he wants to wear to his middle school promotion. After a bunch of negotiations, she was able to get him to settle on one outfit and we still think its out there

Emily came to us with an issue she has with her son about what he wants to wear to his middle school promotion. After a bunch of negotiations, she was able to get him to settle on one outfit and we still think its out there

Logan Holloman | Next Gen Pastor | June 8, 2025   Referenced Scripture:  Psalms 116:1-7, Psalms 22:1, Psalms 31:5, Psalms 117   Reflection Questions:  1) Does my struggle to connect with the Psalms point to something in my life? Take that to the Lord in prayer.    2) What word most accurately describes your understanding of following, Jesus: information, motivation, or intimacy? Does another word come to mind?    3) What would it look like for you to dive into the Psalms this summer? What obstacles do you foresee?    4) Who could you Invite into the Psalms with you this summer? Make a plan together, invite them over, and connect over the scriptures.    What's your next step?  * Connect: We'd love to connect with you! Fill out our Connect Card to receive more information, have us pray for you, or to ask us any questions: http://journeybozeman.com/connectcard  * Connect: Get your children connected to our children's ministry, Base Camp: https://journeybozeman.com/children  * Connect: Our Student Ministry is for High School and Middle School students: https://journeybozeman.com/students  * Give: Want to worship through giving and support the ministry of Journey Church: https://journeybozeman.com/give  * Gather: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneyChurchBozeman  * Gather: Download our app: https://journeybozeman.com/app   * Gather: Join our Facebook Group to stay connected throughout the week: https://facebook.com/groups/JourneyChurchBozeman

God Is Moving In Middle School: The Cool Christian Club Revival In Cleveland, Texas by K-LOVE News

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Looking for a free, youth-run summer opportunity? Check out Coding the Future, a free, virtual, personalized program run by teens that helps other young people learn how to code. You can also email them at codingthefuture101@gmail.com This Teenage Life will also be running some fun and creative clubs and workshops this summer. If you're interested in learning more, email us at team@thisteenagelife.org.

 Welcome to the WAB Podcast! In this episode, Kevin Crouch, WAB's Head of EdTech, IT, and Libraries, sat down with three students, Ville from Grade 5, Sophie and Ciara from Grade 7, along with Middle School Principal Marina Frias-Gavidia, to discuss the exciting rollout of Toddle in Middle School next school year. They also talked about how it can facilitate student learning, increase student agency, and incorporate AI-powered support.  Why Toddle?  For the past four years, Toddle has been a cornerstone of learning in the Elementary School, streamlining everything from lesson planning to student portfolios. Now, it's expanding to Middle School, bringing its all-in-one platform to older students.  As Kevin explained, Toddle unites the entire learning process—teachers can plan, assess, and report in one place, while students gain more ownership of their learning through digital portfolios. Unlike Teams or other platforms, Toddle keeps everything connected, ensuring that learning goals, assignments, and feedback stay aligned.  What Students Love About Toddle  Grade 5 student Ville has been a Toddle user for many years, and he highlighted its functions and flexibility:   Rubrics help students self-assess and improve their work.  The Portfolio lets students showcase learning anytime, not just when teachers assign tasks.  Toddle AI acts as a creative assistant, helping brainstorm project ideas.  For Middle Schoolers like Sophie and Ciara, the move to Toddle will mean better organization across their eight subjects.    New Features for Middle School  Kevin pointed out that Toddle has also evolved since some Middle School students last used it. Exciting updates include:  AI-powered tutoring: Students can get instant feedback and practice at their own pace.  Adaptive "Worksheets": Like Education Perfect, but integrated directly into Toddle.  Parent access: While daily classwork stays private, parents can see assignments, feedback, and portfolio posts.  Marina emphasized that Toddle supports personalized learning, whether a student needs extra practice or is ready to advance.  What About Teams?  Sophie and Ciara also wondered whether Teams will still be used. Kevin explained that Teams will remain for school-wide communication, while Toddle becomes the hub for classwork, assignments, and portfolios.  Want to hear the full discussion and get to learn how Toddle can bring more student agency, clearer feedback, and better parent insight? Tune into this episode!

High School Seniors react to their old 8th Grade podcast! Previous Life Is The Future hosts, Naomi, Tami, and David (S3 2020-2021), return to break down a few of the episodes they recorded back in middle school.Cool concept, right? We are fortunate these alumni were still in the area to analyze their prior opinions on life as teenagers.Focus points include mental health, dating relationships, and social life all as they relate to growing up through the COVID pandemic.Do you agree with their opinions? Which were “good takes” and which were “bad takes” from four years ago? How has the world changed in the meantime?Make sure to subscribe to keep up to date on our podcast episodes as we begin the 2025-2026 school year and Season EIGHT of the Life Is The Future podcast!RESOURCES"Middle School Issues Commonly Faced By Kids"⁠⁠https://www.greatschools.org/gk/parenting/academics/fixes-for-7-common-middle-school-problems/"⁠What is High School Really Like?⁠"https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/starting-high-school.html"⁠⁠Advice for High School Freshmen from Departing Seniors"https://www.wgu.edu/heyteach/article/advice-for-high-school-freshmen-from-departing-seniors1808.html BOOKING & CONTACT

Coaches Spotlight‼️ Coach Deion of Johnson Traditional Middle School Jaguars

The personal statement can be one of the most confusing and stressful parts of the college application — but it doesn't have to be. In this episode, I share a few key do's and don'ts to help you avoid common pitfalls and start your essay with clarity and confidence.Whether you're staring at a blank page or already brainstorming ideas, these tips will help you stay on track and write something that actually strengthens your application.

Boogers or BO? Welcome to the teaching hunger games. Catch the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour coming to a city near you THIS FALL! Tickets going fast: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT We're coming to Australia, New Zealand and Canada! We'll be heading your way this fall, and tickets are already selling fast! Grab yours NOW: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: https://teacherspeakers.com/ Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod Send us a voice message: https://bit.ly/3UPAT5a Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/3hHNybdOJb7BOwe0eNE7z6?si=840ced6459274f98 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Mint Mobile | Go to https://mintmobile.com/tod to redeem your offer Stitch Fix | Go to https://www.stitchfix.com/teachersoffduty and get shopping done right _________________________________ In this hilarious and heartfelt episode of Teachers Off Duty, hosts Bri, Anna and Lauren dive deep into the chaos, comedy, and classroom realities of teaching at opposite ends of the age spectrum — kindergarten and middle school. From soggy French fries in backpacks to drama-fueled middle school breakups, this episode offers an unfiltered look at the wild things kids say and do, no matter their age. The teachers compare notes on everything from hygiene horror stories and awkward parent-teacher conferences to fire drills gone wrong and the stress of standardized testing (including a literal chicken nugget fire that set off alarms during state exams). They also explore the stark contrast between innocent kindergartners who still believe their teachers sleep at school and hormonal middle schoolers who vape, gossip, and push every boundary. Despite the differences, one truth rings loud and clear: kids of all ages are unpredictable, hilarious, and in desperate need of patient, passionate educators. Bonus laughs come with discussions about students' strange behavior, TMI stories, and the shared trauma of teacher duty—especially during car rider lines and state testing. They wrap with a hilarious game idea: Was it Kindergarten or Middle School? (Spoiler: it could be both.) Teachers, parents, and anyone who needs a good laugh about the reality of the classroom.   Listen now & don't forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Briana Richardson @HonestTeacherVibes Anna Kowal @ReadAwayWithMissK Lauren Hoof @misshoofteaches Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast  

Throwback episode on a popular topic...periods! In this episodes, teens share stories and reflections on getting their periods for the first time, navigating the logistics and their feelings about periods, and working to destigmatize menstruation. To hear our first episode on periods, check it out here on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

Bob Schwahn | Lead Pastor | June 1, 2025   Referenced Scripture: 10:14-17, Matthew 10:19-20, John 16:7-8 Reflection Questions:1. “Preach the Gospel at all times, and if necessary use words.” -Saint Francis of AssisiEvaluate this statement. What you like or dislike about it? 2. What has caused you to be hesitant to talk to your friend or neighbor about your story of faith in Jesus? Have you had any positive or negative experiences? Explain. Take time to write out the 3 parts of your faith story… 3. Part 1: My Life before JesusWhat was your life like before you met Jesus? If you grew up in church knowing about Jesus, what was your life before you got serious following Him? 4. Part 2: How I Met JesusHow did you become a Christ-follower? Did you go through a particularly tough time in your life that led you to God? Did a friend invite you to a church service? Did a family member introduce you to Jesus? Did an experience inspire you to fully commit to following? 5. Part 3: My Life since I Met JesusWhat difference has following Jesus made in your life? How has knowing Him impacted how you walk through both the good and the hard times in life? In the sermon we talked about the difference between religion and Christianity was DO vs. DONE. How would you explain this idea to someone who was not a person of faith? Questions to help understand where a person is at on their faith journey: * Do you have any kind of spiritual background?* Do you have a belief in God? What do you think God is like? How did you come to those beliefs about God?* Do you think you are moving toward God, away from God, or staying about the same?* If you were to stand before God and He were to ask you, why should I let you into heaven, what would you say? 6. Reflect: What do you like or dislike about these questions? What questions would you add? 7. Romans 10:14-15, 17 How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!” ... Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ. Why would you say it is necessary to use our words to help someone understand the “good news” of the gospel? How would explain the good news to someone with no faith background? What are the things they need to understand in order to make a decision to follow Jesus? 8. Who is someone in your life you could share your story with this week? What's your next step? * Connect: We'd love to connect with you! Fill out our Connect Card to receive more information, have us pray for you, or to ask us any questions: http://journeybozeman.com/connectcard * Connect: Get your children connected to our children's ministry, Base Camp: https://journeybozeman.com/children * Connect: Our Student Ministry is for High School and Middle School students: https://journeybozeman.com/students * Give: Want to worship through giving and support the ministry of Journey Church: https://journeybozeman.com/give * Gather: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneyChurchBozeman * Gather: Download our app: https://journeybozeman.com/app * Gather: Join our Facebook Group to stay connected throughout the week:

Middle school doesn't have to be a phase we just survive, it can be a transformative, exciting journey. In this episode, we reconnect with Chris Balme, author of Challenge Accepted: 50 Adventures to Make Middle School Awesome, about reimagining these years as a time for real-world exploration and growth. Chris reveals why middle schoolers are underrated and how the right challenges can unlock their courage, curiosity, and confidence. An appreciated perspective on one of life's most pivotal stages. Challenge Accepted on Kickstarter Chris Balme on Substack

Welcome to the WAB Podcast! In this episode, we're learning about Middle School Individuals & Societies. Joining us were Grade 6 student Justin, Grade 7 student Frederic, Grade 8 student Iris, along with their I&S teacher, Claudia Gomez. Claudia explains how Individuals & Societies goes beyond traditional social studies. Rooted in the IB Middle Years Programme framework, it's an interdisciplinary, skills-based subject where students learn to:  Formulate meaningful research questions Design and implement action plans Reflect deeply on their learning journey  This approach nurtures critical thinking, ethical action, and global awareness, preparing students for high school and a future shaped by complexity and change. What makes Individuals & Societies truly unique, Claudia noted, is its interdisciplinary nature. Students engage with history, geography, political science, economics, and psychology to understand how societies function, and how they can shape a better world. Real World Learning  Our students shared how Individuals & Societies has influenced their learning across subjects and in their personal lives. Iris highlighted how the research skills she gained helped her distinguish fake news in her math and science projects. Justin found that the research and critical thinking skills he's developed are invaluable in debate competitions outside of school. Frederic appreciates how Individuals & Societies helps him understand the economic and political factors that shape history.  The Individuals & Societies curriculum also centers on real-world issues through the lens of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Students research topics like environmental, social, and economic sustainability, often conducting field studies within our school community.  For example, Frederic studied the economic impacts of tourism, examining a whale shark tourism model in the Philippines. For the recent field studies, he chose to explore responsible consumption and production, focusing on how efficiently we use school supplies. While Justin focused on investigating the globalization of fast food and its effects on local economies, he shared that this made him realize how global businesses can hurt small restaurants and communities. Iris emphasized how Individuals & Societies has strengthened her ability to engage with current events. She also pointed out that through her learning, she could understand more about the news, discuss with her parents at the dinner table, and ask better questions.  Curious About Middle School?  Tune in to this episode to hear directly from our students about how Individuals & Societies is shaping their thinking, empowering their voices, and preparing them to face real-world challenges with ethical action and informed insight.    

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The personal statement is one of the most important — and misunderstood — parts of the college application. In this short, powerful episode, Steve Gardner explains why so many students struggle to get started, what the real purpose of the personal statement is, and how families can reduce stress and gain a competitive edge now, before summer slips away.If you're a parent or student feeling overwhelmed, this episode offers clarity, direction, and a powerful invitation to tackle this task with expert support.

Throwback Episode! Season 7 hosts interview Season 3 hosts. Life Is The Future - Video Podcast. Cool concept, right? This is a special opportunity where previous 8th grade podcast hosts return to visit our current middle school hosts. Sree, Samarth, Dhruva, and Kanishk (S7 2024-2025) welcome Naomi, Tami, and David (S3 2020-2021) to reminisce about the last 4+ years.The 8th graders ask the graduating seniors all about life after middle school. Focus points include life balance, sports, academics, stress, friendships, extracurricular activities, emotional maturation, working through COVID, and recommendations for surviving and thriving through teen years.What did you think of this conversation? We'd love to hear feedback. Did the group miss any main points about middle or high school?Make sure to subscribe to keep up to date on our podcast episodes as we conclude the 2024-2025 school year and Season 7 of the Life Is The Future podcast!RESOURCES"Middle School Issues Commonly Faced By Kids"⁠⁠https://www.greatschools.org/gk/parenting/academics/fixes-for-7-common-middle-school-problems/"⁠What is High School Really Like?⁠"https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/starting-high-school.html"⁠⁠Advice for High School Freshmen from Departing Seniors"https://www.wgu.edu/heyteach/article/advice-for-high-school-freshmen-from-departing-seniors1808.html BOOKING & CONTACT

I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text!In this episode of the Teaching Middle School ELA podcast, Caitlin shares how you can make the most of your summer without letting school take over. Learn which planning tasks are truly worth your time, what you can skip, and how batch planning can set you up for a smooth fall—while still enjoying your well-deserved break! Join me for my June workshop focused on the EB Batch Planning Approach! This is a workshop you do NOT want to miss. Reserve your free spot here: ebteacher.com/workshopYouTube Links Mentioned: The Perfect Classroom Management Strategy for Middle School: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZkdeEZL8rw&t=13sHow to Improve Student Behaviors in Middle School: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBzAqEiOsgk&t=53sTo stay connected with us about promotions, freebies, events, and professional development opportunities, Please join our EB Teacher's ELA Portal Priority List: ebteacher.com/portal

Evergreen Park's Central Middle School is about to turn 100 years old and the building has some serious issues. District 124 Superintendent Dr. Jenna Woodland discusses how a task force of community members and architects looked into solutions and concluded the only real solution was a new Central Middle School building. Hear about the building tour that shocked our host. We're also at Spoke & Vine with Frank Murray to find out how you can sit above him on the Evergreen Park Library Board while we snack on shrimp with an excellent wine pairing.   Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park!  Find the account that is right for you today! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his 9-foot homemade basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Why is debt so dangerous, and why do so many people fall into it? We'll cover the myths teens hear about “good debt,” credit cards, and borrowing from friends or family. We'll teach them how to avoid it, what interest really does, and how saying “no” to debt now opens way more doors in the future. Book covered: The Total Money Mindset by Dave RamseyLoved this audio? You should see the video version! Check it out on my YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@sidekicktohero Or watch it in the Sidekick to Hero app for tweens and teens! It's a gamified confidence & productivity platform that helps young teens develop the habits of heroes and high-achievers. Start for free at www.sidekicktohero.com

Is there anyone who's on the other side of middle school who loved it and wishes they could go back? It's just hard, and one of the toughest aspects can be navigating friendships, especially with girls.  Jessica Speer, award-winning author of several interactive books about middle school, joins us for this important conversation!   #podmatchjessicaspeer.comBFF or NRF  Jessica's bookMiddle School: Safety Goggles Advised

Livvy Bedard and Caeleigh Brown met while on the Swimming Team in Middle School. Caeleigh was diagnosed with Leukemia while a member of this team in January of 2017, shortly after setting her personal best during a swimming meet. Caleigh is now a Nursing Student at James Madison University. Livvy is working with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society as she attempts to become a Visionary of the Year by raising money in honor of Caeleigh and what she went through. Livvy began this quest on March 27th and has an upcoming fundraising deadline of June 5th. 

Send us a textIn this episode, Elle interviews her 12-year-old niece, Ari. Ari shares a little about her art-making and how she shares her work with friends and family. She gushes about being an Anime Geek Girl and her love for "My Hero Academia.” The ultimate hype-friend, Ari spends a lot of time talking about how much each of her friends means to her. With a mix of middle school wit and sharp insight, Ari dials in on the importance of chosen family and a robust support network.Links to all other resource links, are in the full show notes at hoorfpodcast.comSubscribe to Hoorf! Radical Care in a Late Capitalist Heckscape wherever you listen to your favorite podcast:Apple | Spotify | YouTubeJoin the Blessed Herd of Saint Winkus: Sign up for our newsletter, get Hoorf! episodes delivered directly to your inbox. What's more, you get invitations to our monthly Coffee and Biscuits Chat, where you get to hang out with Ricki and Elle, talk about the show, and connect on the topics that mean the most to you.Become a Patron:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hoorfpodcast/membershipConnect with Elle Billing:Website: www.hoorfpodcast.com / www.elleandwink.comInstagram: instagram.com/hoorfpodcastSupport the show

What would make a family pack up their lives and move 1,800km for a school?That's exactly what we did after stumbling across Living School while road-tripping around Australia.So this week I'm chatting with someone at the heart of what makes that place so special—Emma Wilson, my daughter's teacher and the award-winning Head of Middle School.Emma's not just a phenomenal educator—she's a national teaching award winner, a Children's Champion, and has even caught the attention of UN delegates. But what sets her apart isn't just the accolades—it's the way she sees kids. And learning. And life.Living School isn't big on self-promotion, so I wanted to lift the lid and share a little of what's happening behind the scenes—and why bringing the kids to Living School has been one of the best decisions we've made for our family.This one's full of insight, heart, and hope. Enjoy the chat with the quietly brilliant Emma Wilson.Big hugRich Get full access to The Dad Mindset at www.thedadmindset.com/subscribe

Bob Schwahn | Lead Pastor | May 25, 2025 Referenced Scripture: Mark 10:45, John 13:1-17, Luke 18:40-41, 2 Corinthians 5:18-20 Reflection Questions: 1. What does serving someone communicate about them? What does it communicate about the one who serves? What makes a lifestyle of serving and focusing on the needs of others difficult? What keeps us from serving others? 2. Why is serving important to the mission of helping people come to know and follow Jesus? 3. Read John 13:1-17. What observations do you make about serving from this example of Jesus? 4. Why do you think Jesus chose to wash His disciples' feet the night before His crucifixion? How would you have felt if you had been there? 5. Why is it significant that God himself took on the task of the lowest slave? 6. Jesus modeled that he is willing to serve people that would betray him, deny him, and desert him. What does this teach us about who we are called to serve? Why can this be difficult? Do you think this is realistic? 7. Jesus served in proximity → those that he had personal contact with. Who are the people in your sphere of influence that you could intentionally serve? Why do you think it might be important to know HOW they need to be served? How can we learn what their real needs are? 8. Jesus served with the POWER of God. How can we access the power of God as we seek to love and serve people? How can praying for people be a tangible way to serve them? How can you know how to pray for people? 9. Jesus promises that we will be blessed if we follow his example. How have you been blessed by serving others? How have you been blessed by others serving you? 10. Who from your sphere of influence do you think God wants you to serve this week? What's your next step? * Connect: We'd love to connect with you! Fill out our Connect Card to receive more information, have us pray for you, or to ask us any questions: http://journeybozeman.com/connectcard * Connect: Get your children connected to our children's ministry, Base Camp: https://journeybozeman.com/children * Connect: Our Student Ministry is for High School and Middle School students: https://journeybozeman.com/students * Give: Want to worship through giving and support the ministry of Journey Church: https://journeybozeman.com/give * Gather: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneyChurchBozeman * Gather: Download our app: https://journeybozeman.com/app * Gather: Join our Facebook Group to stay connected throughout the week: https://facebook.com/groups/JourneyChurchBozeman 

Hi Everyone, I interviewed Chris Tebbetss, MG and YA author. Chris Tebbetts is an award winning author and co-author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Middle School series with James Patterson and the Stranded series with Jeff Probst. He has also written two YA novels (Me, Myself, and Him), the adult thriller 1st Case (with James Patterson), and the middle grade fantasy-adventure series The Viking. Check out Chris' website and Instagram! Thanks for listening!

I met a girl last week who had the absolute best way to look at her acne. She was the embodiment of owning your flaws. I share her story and one of my own from this past week when I was called Mr. Clean.--My gamified mindset training app for teens, Sidekick to Hero, is available now! Go to www.sidekicktohero.com to start a two-week free trial.--Follow me on Instagram! www.instagram.com/sidekicktohero--Joey Mascio is a teen confidence coach and motivational speaker. He helps teens eliminate self-doubt, manage emotions, develop social skills, and achieve their goals. He was a middle school teacher and counselor for 7 years, a former Disneyland performer, and an experienced improv comedian. He uses his Masters in Education, Bachelors in Creative Writing, and two professional life coach certifications to teach powerful resilience tools and strategies to teens through humor and stories.

This week, we're revisiting a topic & conversion that I've been thinking about a lot lately. I had the opportunity to speak to the public at our local library about Executive Function skills for four different age groups, ranging from early elementary students to adults. In all four groups, we talked a lot about the importance of self-regulation and coping skills to get through challenging times. As we learned from Megan McClelland in the last episode, our ability to persist through challenges is hugely important, even as early as age four. This episode brings our attention specifically to our upper high school students, college students, and young adults. The challenges that teens and young adults face during those years bring all kinds of emotional and logistical hurdles, and having a set of reliable coping tools can make a huge difference in how successful and grounded young people feel during that time.To explore this further, I spoke with Dr. Jackie Wolfman, a therapist based in the Boston area. She teaches her clients coping strategies through DBT—or dialectical behavior therapy. If you're familiar with CBT, or cognitive behavior therapy, DBT is a related approach that also focuses on how our thoughts and behaviors interact. CBT helps people notice and challenge unhelpful thought patterns, while DBT adds tools specifically for managing intense emotions and building practical coping skills. The tools and strategies Jackie shares from DBT are for everyone, regardless of age or mental health needs, so I know that this episode will truly be useful to anyone. I even use these strategies myself!Thank you for listening! Here are the show notes from today's episode: Learn More About Dr. Jackie Wolfman and DBThttps://villagepsych.com/DBT® Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets, Second Edition, by Marsha Linehanhttps://www.guilford.com/books/DBT-Skills-Training-Handouts-and-Worksheets/Marsha-Linehan/9781572307810Dialectical Behavior Therapyhttps://dialecticalbehaviortherapy.com/What Is Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Adolescents - A helpful YouTube videohttps://youtu.be/Stz--d17ID4Other Resources MentionedAnd Then They Stopped Talking to Me: Making Sense of Middle School by Judith Warnerhttps://www.amazon.com/Then-They-Stopped-Talking-Me/dp/1101905883Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkemanhttps://www.oliverburkeman.com/meditationsformortalsLearn More About Our MAP Programhttps://map.worksmartcoaching.comLearn More About 1:1 Coachinghttps://www.beyondbooksmart.com/how-it-worksGet in Touchpodcast@beyondbooksmart.comInstagram/Facebook/Tiktok: @beyondbooksmartcoachingwww.beyondbooksmart.com

The transition to middle school can be challenging so today we have a guest who has experience teaching both elementary and middle school. Let's talk transitions with Martina from The Hungry Teacher.Connect with today's guestHub ELA teacher membership waitlist: Free Middle School ELA Teacher Toolkit https://thehungryteachercollective.mykajabi.com/hungryteacherhubwaitlist Free Middle School ELA Teacher Writing Toolkit: https://thehungryteachercollective.mykajabi.com/middle-school-writing-toolkit Free Middle School ELA Grammar Toolkit: https://thehungryteachercollective.mykajabi.com/grammartoolkit Free Middle School ELA Independent Reading Playbook: https://thehungryteachercollective.mykajabi.com/independent-reading-playbook-for-middle-school-ela Related EpisodesPlease subscribe on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode. Whether it's Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or some other listening app, we encourage you to take a moment to subscribe to The Teaching Toolbox. And if you feel so inclined, we would love a review at Apple or Spotify to help other listeners find us just like you did.This episode may contain affiliate links.Amazon links are affiliate links from Brittany Naujok and The Colorado Classroom, LLC®. I earn a small amount from your clicks on these links.Let's ConnectTo stay up to date with episodes, check out our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram.Join Brittany's 6th Grade Teacher Success group on Facebook.Join Ellie's Middle School Math Chats group on Facebook.Brittany's resources can be found on her website or on TPT.Ellie's resources can be found on her website or on TPT.Reach out to share your

Placement into accelerated mathematics courses can open doors for students, paving the way toward advanced high school coursework, college readiness, and future career opportunities. But ensuring students are placed accurately requires a rigorous, evidence-based approach.  In this episode of the Leading Voices podcast, host Danny Torres talks with Scott Firkins, Director of Assessment Content at WestEd, and leaders from the Palo Alto Unified School District in California, Dr. Guillermo López, Associate Superintendent of Educational Services, and Janine Penney, Manager of Assessment. They discuss how the district collaborated with WestEd to transform its placement process for accelerated mathematics in middle school. The result is a fair and evidence-based mathematics validation process designed to accurately place students in the right course in the mathematics pathway.  Their conversation covers the following topics: Why Palo Alto Unified School District sought to redesign its validation assessment The role of high-quality assessment development and psychometric validation in the redesign  How ensuring transparency builds trust within the community  What early results are revealing about the new process and student readiness and success Transcript Additional Resources PAUSD Validation Test Research Brief (PDF) Palo Alto Unified School District Mathematics Program (Website) Designing High-Quality Assessment Solutions with WestEd (Website) Comprehensive Assessment Solutions (Website)

During Student Takeover Weekend at Cherry Hills Community Church, sCole Hunt shared a powerful message on the parable of the prodigal son, emphasizing God's grace and the open arms with which He welcomes us home. Eva Lorenz followed by drawing wisdom from Proverbs 31, encouraging everyone—especially young women—to pursue strength, dignity, and a life rooted in faith. Bronson Stewart concluded with a bold reminder that students are not merely future leaders but are actively leading today, shaping the church and community right now. Each speaker brought a unique and inspiring perspective, showing how Scripture speaks directly into students' lives and leadership. The weekend was an exciting look at God's work through the next generation to impact the present.

How do we equip youth with the tools to weather life's ups and downs? Dr. Belinda Karge (professor in the School of Education at Concordia University Irvine), Dr. Kara Bratton (assistant professor in the School of Education at Concordia University Irvine), and Dr. Jeremiah Stokes (licensed psychotherapist, owner and clinical director of Stokes Counseling and Consulting in Maitland, Florida, and adjunct professor at Rollins College in Winter Park, FL) join Andy and Sarah to talk about the Resilient Minds Curriculum for Middle School and High School from Concordia Publishing House. They discuss the state of mental health among youth in the U.S. today; where the idea for this curriculum came from; and how each of them became connected to the project. They also explain how the curriculum equips students to face life's challenges, how teachers are supported in helping students manage mental health in healthy ways, and what makes the Christ-centered approach of Resilient Minds unique. Learn more and find the curriculum at teachthefaith.cph.org/resilient-minds. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

Bob Schwahn | Lead Pastor | May 18, 2025 Referenced Scripture:  Luke 18:35-42, Luke 19:10, Mark 10:45, Luke 7:34, Matthew 26:26-29   Reflection Questions:  1) Why do we have such a difficult time truly listening to the people around us? Have you ever felt unheard? What was that like for you?   2) When was the last time you truly felt listened to, known, and loved? What was so special about that experience?   3) Of the people you are praying to BLESS, how much do you know about them? What would be some good questions to help you know and love them a little more? History, Heritage, High Points, Hard Times Hurts, Hopes, Heroes, Habits, Hand of God   4) What is it about sharing a meal that seems to deepen a friendship so quickly?   5) Why is eating with someone such an effective way to bless them? What are some excuses you have for not sharing a meal with people? What will it take for you to overcome those barriers?   6) Who will you share a meal, dessert, or coffee with this week?   What's your next step?  * Connect: We'd love to connect with you! Fill out our Connect Card to receive more information, have us pray for you, or to ask us any questions: http://journeybozeman.com/connectcard  * Connect: Get your children connected to our children's ministry, Base Camp: https://journeybozeman.com/children  * Connect: Our Student Ministry is for High School and Middle School students: https://journeybozeman.com/students  * Give: Want to worship through giving and support the ministry of Journey Church: https://journeybozeman.com/give  * Gather: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneyChurchBozeman  * Gather: Download our app: https://journeybozeman.com/app   * Gather: Join our Facebook Group to stay connected throughout the week: https://facebook.com/groups/JourneyChurchBozeman 

Can you guess the song these Middle School Orchestra's are performing?

Welcome to this week's episode of the podcast where Brent, Russell & Melissa sit down to continue the conversation on the Middle School section of Student Ministry. For this week, they sit down to talk about middle school students and how identity is a conversation that has to be included as a parent or minister and how we can communicate effectively.Whether you are a young or old youth pastor, we would love for you to listen in and see what is talked about in today's episode and we would also love to hear from you! What is your tidbit of advice that you would add to the conversation?You can listen to this episode on all your preferred podcast providers. We would also love to have you join the conversation if you would like to be on the show!Shoot us a message on social media (@talkstudentmin) or an email (podcast@studentministryconversations.org) to get a time set for you to be on the show.Show notes can be found on our website: www.studentministryconversations.orgConnect With SMCInstagram – @talkstudentminTwitter – @talkstudentminFacebook – @talkstudentminYoutube - "Student Ministry Conversations"Connect With The HostsBrent Aiken – @heybrentaikenRussell Martin – @rgmmusicDavid Pruitt - @pruacousticMelissa Stevenson - @melissa_stevenson81You can also email all the hosts individually by: firstname@studentministryconversations.orgSupport the Podcast!Buy Our Merch! - www.studentministryconversations.org/shopWelcome to this week's episode of the podcast where Brent, David & Melissa sit down to talk about the second half of a joint episode talking about how to deal with mistakes in Student Ministry. For this second week, they sit down to talk about handling mistakes that you make as a student pastor and how you can work to not only rebuild trust within your church and staff but also how you can learn from your mistakes to make you better.Whether you are a young or old youth pastor, we would love for you to listen in and see what is talked about in today's episode and we would also love to hear from you! What is your tidbit of advice that you would add to the conversation?You can listen to this episode on all your preferred podcast providers. We would also love to have you join the conversation if you would like to be on the show!Shoot us a message on social media (@talkstudentmin) or an email (podcast@studentministryconversations.org) to get a time set for you to be on the show.Show notes can be found on our website: www.studentministryconversations.orgConnect With SMCInstagram – @talkstudentminTwitter – @talkstudentminFacebook – @talkstudentminYoutube - "Student Ministry Conversations"Connect With The HostsBrent Aiken – @heybrentaikenRussell Martin – @rgmmusicDavid Pruitt - @pruacousticMelissa Stevenson - @melissa_stevenson81You can also email all the hosts individually by: firstname@studentministryconversations.orgSupport the Podcast!Buy Our Merch! - www.studentministryconversations.org/shop

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Once again the Texas House and its Speaker appointed committee chairman are killing important legislation – with the clock. Why do they not have the integrity, or guts, to just admit they oppose certain bills? Well, because they have neither integrity or guts.But even with the sad reality of the same old bill killing going on, and much of it from Rep. Ken King, many good bills are making it through.Items from the 89th Legislature mentioned: Prohibition on Local Taxpayer-Funded Gun ‘Buybacks' Passes House TSRA calls for action today to support to important gun bills: SB 1362 and SB 1065. House Committee Kills Anti-ESG Effort in Late Vote Texas Values, National Groups Call for Texas House to Pass Texas Women's Privacy Act on ‘Women's Privacy Day of Action' Bill to protect parents against child abuse charges for refusing to go along with perversions of homosexuality and “trans” behavior passes House. House Passes Bipartisan Reform to Affordable Housing Tax Exemption Program House Transportation committee votes bill out that takes $25 million per year from Harris Co., gives it to City of Houston House panel debates proposal to penalize local governments any time a complaint is made that state law is being circumvented Details Emerge on Senate Remix of School Funding Bill Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.San Antonio mother accused of aiding in son's threats against local school.Five Texas cities make national cheapests cities in which to retire list. Amarillo, Brownsville, El Paso, Corpus Christi, and Lubbock.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Social-emotional learning (SEL) is crucial at any age, but it has a special significance at the middle level. Today we sit down with an Illinois principal who's school's unique approach to SEL has made an impact in to the culture and character of students in the middle grades and beyond. Francesca Peck is principal at Polaris Charter Academy in Chicago, Illinois. Liz Garden is principal of Henry P. Clough Elementary school in Mendon Massachusetts, and serves as fellow at the NAESP Center for Innovative Leadership. Scott McLeod is professor of educational leadership at the University of Colorado, Denver, and a fellow at the NAESP Center for Innovative Leadership.

This week, it's all about spending wisely. Teens will learn how advertising and peer pressure lead to impulse buys, and how to decide if something is really worth their money. We'll introduce the “24-Hour Rule,” budgeting basics, and why stuff never brings happiness—but smart spending can bring freedom.--Loved this audio? You should see the video version! Check it out on my YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@sidekicktohero Or watch it in the Sidekick to Hero app for tweens and teens! It's a gamified confidence & productivity platform that helps young teens develop the habits of heroes and high-achievers. Start for free at www.sidekicktohero.com

Emergency funds aren't just for adults. Teens will learn how to build a savings habit even with small amounts of money—and why starting now gives them superpowers later. We'll also look at goals-based saving, the power of delayed gratification, and how even babysitting or lawn money can start building financial security.Loved this audio? You should see the video version! Check it out on my YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@sidekicktohero Or watch it in the Sidekick to Hero app for tweens and teens! It's a gamified confidence & productivity platform that helps young teens develop the habits of heroes and high-achievers. Start for free at www.sidekicktohero.com

TR is joined by Jocelyn Hieatzman to talk about how high achieving students can learn from discomfort as they thrive in a Modern Classroom Show Notes MCP Podcast Episode 56: Veteran Teachers (https://podcast.modernclassrooms.org/56) (Jocelyn's first appearance on the podcast) Canvas LMS (https://www.instructure.com/canvas) Jocelyn's Unit 2 Lesson 2 exemplar (https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1DRof_BWG4VkcypzgrWfxrbR8OMor3mxs?usp=sharing) Jocelyn's Canvas tutorial (coming soon!) Connect with Jocelyn by email at jocelyn_hieatzman@hcpss.org (mailto:jocelyn_hieatzman@hcpss.org) Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week Calling all school and district leaders! We are hosting a virtual Summer Summit on June 24th for leaders supporting Modern Classrooms educators. Leaders will learn practical skills from fellow leaders, attend workshops of their choice, and connect with the Modern Classrooms Project Leadership Collaborative community. Modern Classrooms co-founder Robert Barnett is our featured keynote speaker and will share insights from his book Meet Every Learner's Needs alongside voices of students, educators, and leaders. We invite educators to share the summit with their leaders and invite leaders to register. Learn more and register here (http://www.modernclassrooms.org/summit) Want to start building your own Modern Classroom? Sign up for our summer Virtual Mentorship Program! From either May 19th - June 22nd or June 23rd - July 27th, work with one of our expert educators to build materials for your own classroom. We have scholarships all over the country so you can enroll for free if you teach in LA, Oakland, Chicago, Minnesota, Alabama, and more. To see if there's an opportunity for you, check out modernclassrooms.org/apply-now (modernclassrooms.org/apply-now) Looking for virtual connection? Join our implementer meetup on Wednesday, May 14, at 7 pm EST to connect with other Modern Classroom educators! Register here (​https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QZYO9KSNT1mxFRDi4xC98g) Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org (mailto:podcast@modernclassrooms.org) Listen to this podcast on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1SQEZ54ptj1ZQ3bV5tEcULSyPttnifZV) Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en) The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org) Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org) Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Jocelyn Hieatzman.

Let's be honest—The Hobbit isn't always a crowd-pleaser in middle school, but in this episode, we're sharing how to turn it into a powerful, skills-based exploration of the hero's journey. We dive into using essential questions, shifting focus from content to critical thinking, and using tools like our favorite evidence tracker to make Bilbo's transformation come alive. Plus, we chat about modern pairings and why it's okay if your students don't read every page. This one's all about making fantasy feel relevant, engaging, and fun—for you and your students.Resources:Freebie: Hero's Journey Evidence TrackerThe Hobbit, by J.R.R. TolkienJoin Curriculum RehabRelated Episodes:Episode 85, Teaching Novels When Kids Don't Read at Home Part 1Episode 86, Teaching Novels When Kids Don't Read at Home Part 2Episode 243, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: Unit PossibilitiesEpisode 244, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: Essential Question Possibilities for The Poet XEpisode 245, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: Gateway Activity IdeasEpisode 246, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: Supplemental and Alternative Text IdeasEpisode 247, THE NOVELS IN VERSE COLLECTION: AssessmentsEpisode 256, Teaching the Hero's Journey: Do's and Dont's of Unit DesignSHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode257"Send us a message - please include your contact information so we can chat soon!"Ready to make your summer reading program awesome? Head to bravenewteaching.com/summerreadingSupport the show

People love to judge and the internet makes it easy. But just because the mob says something doesn't mean it's true. In this episode, Joey Mascio unpacks why we're so quick to jump on the judgment train (whether online or in real life) and why compassion is your secret weapon against the angry crowd. With real-life examples and science-backed insights, teens will learn how to pause, question the story they're being fed, and become the kind of person people trust and respect.

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