Podcast appearances and mentions of rita pierson

Today I am sharing another piece that inspires me to be the best I can be so I can provide the best to the young people we work with. This was the one that started it all off for me. ADVENTURE WITH ME ONLINE MINDSET PROGRAMS 1-ON-1 MENTORING WITH MESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I LOVE TED Talks. About six years ago, I posted my list of favorites for teachers on my blog, and it has been shared thousands of times. I decided it was time to update things, as the educational landscape has changed so much since then. Guess what? Even with all the changes, three of my Top 5 have withheld the test of time. Get ready to be inspired and invigorated!Top 5 TED Talks for Teachers 2024 updated:Rita Pierson - "Every Kid Needs a Champion"A heartfelt reminder of the importance of building positive relationships with students. This TED Talk inspired one of the most beloved prompts in my Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers Journal.Best Quote: "Every child deserves a champion—an adult who will never give up on them."Sal Khan - "How AI Could Save (Not Destroy) Education"Explore the potential of AI to revolutionize education with personalized tutoring and teaching assistants.Quote: "AI could spark the greatest positive transformation education has ever seen."With all the negativity surrounding ChatGPT and school, this talk will leave you excited and inspired with the possibilities to provide every student with a personal tutor, and every teacher with a turbo-charged assistant.Sir Ken Robinson - "Do Schools Kill Creativity?"A compelling case for nurturing creativity within the education system.Why it's still relevant today and a must-watch for every educator.Tyler DeWitt - "Hey Science Teachers, Make It Fun"A call to make learning engaging and accessible through stories and demonstrations.Reflects on the impact of deconstructing jargon and fostering a love for science.William Kamkwamba - "How I Harnessed the Wind"An inspiring story of determination and ingenuity from a young mind in Africa.Encourages teachers and students to appreciate the power of education and creativity. I find it helps me connect with the very best about why I am so passionate about free education for all students.Perfect to watch in your class with your students.What do you think about my picks? Do you havTo learn more about The Elevated Teacher Experience visit: www.gracestevens.com/elevate Want to truly thrive in teaching without sacrificing your personal life? Check out the Elevated Teacher Experience hereCheck out the best-selling Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers book hereAnd the #1 new release for educators Beat Teacher Burnout with Better Boundaries book hereWanna get social?https://www.tiktok.com/@gracestevensteacherhttps://www.facebook.com/GraceStevensTeacherhttps://www.Instagram.com/gracestevensteacher Old school: Website : www.GraceStevens.com (courses, blog & freebies!)

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Join us as we continue on our August journey of rebranding and hear Dr. Amy discuss 3 pillars of becoming a champion for children. I'm so very excited about this episode friends! Take a listen as we: Introduce our new podcast title Talk about what it takes to be a connected champion for kids Discuss Dr. Amy's 3 pillars of Connection AND, download the free resource today!! RESOURCES Dr. Amy's Newsletter Learning Collaborative Invitation Dr. Amy Youtube FREE DOWNLOADS Top 10 Guiding Principles When Working with Children & Families Start Creating Boundaries Handout & Script Finding Calm to Prevent Overwhelm Don't Forget! Follow Dr. Amy on TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram For more information visit www.doctoramyllc.com  Dr. Rita Pierson's Ted Talk

What are your favorite TED Talks for teaching? In in this episode, Shey and Anna go through their list of top 10 TED Talks for teaching. Listen for ideas on which talks to use and how to use them. Intercultural Competence and Identity The Danger of a Single Story, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie (19 mins) Don't ask where I'm from, ask where I'm a local, Taiye Selasi (16 mins) How language shapes the way we think, Lera Boroditsky (14 mins) Weird or just different, Derek Sivers (3 mins) On being wrong, Kathryn Schulz (18 mins) Kathryn Schulz's book, Being Wrong Recipes for Success 10 ways to have a better conversation, Celeste Headlee (11 mins) Grit: The power of passion and perseverance, Angela Lee Duckworth (6 mins) Try something new for 30 days, Matt Cutts (3 mins) Inside the mind of a master procrastinator, Tim Urban (14 mins) Every kid needs a champion, Rita Pierson (8 mins) “Why Procrastinators Procrastinate” on Tim Urban's blog, Wait but why? Additional Resources TED Ed Questions for Reflection How do you use TED talks in your language classroom? What's your favorite TED talk and why does it resonate with you? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teacherthinkaloud/support

In this episode of The Talent Development Hot Seat, Andy's guest is Dr. Mechelle Roberthon, a certified professional in talent development with a background that includes training delivery, performance improvement, managing learning programs, and interpersonal and business skills. She's taught more than 500 corporate courses with her evaluations consistently rating above average. Her dynamic teaching style has become a favorite amongst learners. Dr. Mechelle Roberthon holds a Master's in Education with a specialization in training and performance improvement. In May 2022, she successfully defended her dissertation, “Getting to the Room Where It Happens: A Transformative Qualitative Collective Case Study of Black Women Holding and Pursuing Senior and Executive Leadership Roles,” and earned her Doctor of Education in learning and organizational change from Baylor University. She is currently the Vice President and Director of Talent Development at Home Bank in Lafayette, Louisiana, where she leads talent development strategy and programming for the organization. In this bonus episode, you'll hear: 6. Dr. Mechelle Roberthon's proudest career moment and what made that particular event so special. 7. Her biggest career mistake and why it changed the way she approaches new initiatives. 8. The biggest challenge she sees in talent development today. 9. A trend she's paying attention to in talent development and why it's making her so happy. 10. The TED Talk she often recommends by Rita Pierson. 11. Dr. Mechelle Roberthon's advice for advancing your career. Connect with Andy Storch here: https://andystorch.com/ (Website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/andystorch/ (LinkedIn) https://tdtt.us/ (Join us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community)! https://kevinmyates.com/l%26d-detective-kit (Kevin M. Yates - L&D Detective Kit) https://www.ted.com/talks/rita_pierson_every_kid_needs_a_champion (Rita Pierson - Every Kid Needs a Champion) Connect with Dr. Mechelle Roberthon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mechelleroberthon/ (LinkedIn)

In this episode of The Talent Development Hot Seat, Andy's guest is Dr. Mechelle Roberthon, a certified professional in talent development with a background that includes training delivery, performance improvement, managing learning programs, and interpersonal and business skills. She's taught more than 500 corporate courses with her evaluations consistently rating above average. Her dynamic teaching style has become a favorite amongst learners. Dr. Mechelle Roberthon holds a Master's in Education with a specialization in training and performance improvement. In May 2022, she successfully defended her dissertation, “Getting to the Room Where It Happens: A Transformative Qualitative Collective Case Study of Black Women Holding and Pursuing Senior and Executive Leadership Roles,” and earned her Doctor of Education in learning and organizational change from Baylor University. She is currently the Vice President and Director of Talent Development at Home Bank in Lafayette, Louisiana, where she leads talent development strategy and programming for the organization. In this episode, you'll hear: How Dr. Mechelle Roberthon landed in the field of talent development, what she loves about being involved in talent development, and why education is such a passion for her. Where the topic for her dissertation, “Getting to the Room Where It Happens: A Transformative Qualitative Collective Case Study of Black Women Holding and Pursuing Senior and Executive Leadership Roles,” came from, how she researched it, and why she's so passionate about the subject. Why awareness is so important in recognizing the lack of Black women in leadership roles, the story that the data can tell us about this issue, and the pressure that Dr. Mechelle Roberthon often feels to represent her culture. What she sees as the biggest problem in promoting Black women into leadership, how that can be addressed in talent and recruitment within organizations, and why it limits your candidacy pool. How you can become an ally to Black women in your organization, why sponsorship is the best way to help them begin opening doors, and what sponsorship looks like in practice.   Bonus Content Dr. Mechelle Roberthon's proudest career moment and what made that particular event so special. Her biggest career mistake and why it changed the way she approaches new initiatives. The biggest challenge she sees in talent development today. A trend she's paying attention to in talent development and why it's making her so happy. The TED Talk she often recommends by Rita Pierson. Dr. Mechelle Roberthon's advice for advancing your career. Connect with Andy Storch here: https://andystorch.com/ (Website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/andystorch/ (LinkedIn) https://tdtt.us/ (Join us in the Talent Development Think Tank Community)! https://kevinmyates.com/l%26d-detective-kit (Kevin M. Yates - L&D Detective Kit) https://www.ted.com/talks/rita_pierson_every_kid_needs_a_champion (Rita Pierson - Every Kid Needs a Champion) Connect with Dr. Mechelle Roberthon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mechelleroberthon/ (LinkedIn)

"Every child deserves a champion: an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists they become the best they can possibly be." Rita Pierson, Educator. Watch this interview on YouTube here https://youtu.be/feNGn-cpPP8 For returning guests, welcome back to The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast for EPISODE #225 with a case study from someone I've mentioned before on the podcast, Elizabeth Mercado, from Ossining Union Free SD, New York, who you will see is a strong force with a goal to support ALL students, with the most comprehensive SEL plans that I've ever seen. I'll be sure to link her plans and resources in the show notes for you to access and use it you would like, since her goal is to help all of us to move our students forward, with as much support as possible. This interview takes a look at SEL with an equity lens, with clear examples of how to begin, what to do, and what SEL looks like in her District.  I do love hearing how people around the globe are implementing the ideas we share with you on this podcast (it really does help with new ideas and motivation) and Ellie Mercado, an Assistant Principal in Ossining, NY, let me know that she was inspired by what she was learning to support her students and staff. Little did I know just how much she would inspire me, with her story and thorough SEL plans that I think everyone in education could benefit from. You will see in this interview that I made more connections with her story, that I think is important to share with everyone here, because just one new piece of information or motivation, can have a huge ripple effect on the world. A bit about Elizabeth Mercado: She's an ENL immigrant student who came at twelve years old from the Dominican Republic without speaking English, to a poor neighborhood in the South Bronx, living in a 1500 sq feet apartment with 8 children ages 12 and younger and 4 adults, and experienced first-hand what it is to have challenges growing up and in school.  This experience gave her an in depth understanding of the impact of how our cultural, racial/ethnic, linguistic, and economic backgrounds can impact our learning.  This is why she's passionate about being an educator and wants to create the best learning environment for her staff and students in the Ossining Community where many of them come from a similar background.  She believes that ALL students can be successful.  She is a middle school and early childhood assistant principal for the last seven years and one year as an elementary early childhood assistant principal whose goal is to provide her students with a safe, trusting and nurturing learning environment where they feel included, respected, supported; recognizing that every student and staff member has unique strengths.  She believes it is important to be intentional about all that they do since it makes a difference: the images on the walls; pictures in the books, holidays recognized; accepting and celebrating all; promoting student agency, voice and choice is all critical so students feel that they belong.    I hope that Elizabeth's story inspires you, whether you are working in a school, or in some other capacity, to think of where to begin when looking at SEL through an equity lens. Let's meet Elizabeth Mercado. Welcome Ellie, It's incredible to meet you finally after all the support you have sent our way with the podcast. I'm so grateful that you reached out to us and shared your SEL implementation with us. I've never seen anything as thorough, with a clear way to begin and knew immediately that we needed to share your work on the podcast. Thank you for being here when I know time is always hard to come by. Intro Q: I've got to start and leverage off the emotions I felt watching your presentation with how you are implementing SEL with an equity lens at Ossining SD in New York[i], because your story shows exactly why SEL skills are important in our schools, and why they must transition into the workplace. Can we begin with your “WHY” and why you are so passionate about implementing SEL with an equity lens to share your story since I related to you on a million different levels and I'm sure others will as well? Intro B: While I definitely connected with your story from the point of view of those newcomer students, coming to the US and needing to navigate their way (like that one student who came to your school, and her biggest question to you was “how did you learn English?”) I also thought about ways these students could be leaders in their schools, and raise their voice up, instead of the experience you had where the teacher didn't understand you. I think of my girls in Arizona, in a Dual Language Instruction program (learning their subjects in Spanish for half the day) and lost without Google Translator (that they aren't supposed to use in class). The Spanish speaking students are like gold to them, as they need them to survive. I just wonder, while new students coming to Ossining are learning to fit in, can their Spanish be used to help other students? I ask this because I know how much my girls rely on those who are fluent in Spanish. Q1: We are going to get into the details of what you have built in Ossining SD, but from watching SEL come into our schools across the US in waves (I would follow Linda Dusenbury[ii] from Casel and her Collaborating States Initiative from the very beginning when only 8 states had SEL initiatives). Like someone mentioned on your presentation that you sent me, the biggest question Districts still have with implementing SEL is “where do we begin?”  Before you share your comprehensive SEL structure that you've built, can you take us back to the beginning, BEFORE you created what you have now, and tell us what you remember about your starting point? Q2: We've all heard that students just need one champion to make a life-long difference and I don't know an educator who hasn't watched Rita Pierson's TED TALK “Every Kid Needs a Champion”[iii] that has over 13 million views. Did your District always have the vision of SEL though an equity lens with the demographics in your District? Over 70% LatinX or Blacks. Q3: Can you share the 6 Recommendations you covered in your recent training with tips on how to actually begin each one? Q4: When I saw the quote from District Superintendent Dr. James Ryan that said “Social and Emotional Learning and Equity” two of the most important issues facing educators today, and seeing your passion for spearheading this movement forward, I couldn't help but wonder what your vision is with this work?  Do you do workshops for schools to help them implement their plans? What do you see in the future? Q5: Is there anything important that I have missed? I know that you shared a recent presentation about how you are growing a sense of community in your District. Can you share what you did here, and anything else that's important that I've missed? Elizabeth, I want to thank you so much for reaching out to me, and sharing your story. What you have built with SEL through the lens of equity at Ossining is unlike anything I've ever seen, and I know your story and resources will help educators, as well as those in the workplace who would like to start somewhere with an equity and leadership plan.  There is such strength and power that comes from you, and I know this is not at all how  you felt all those years ago when you were standing there in your English class, and couldn't find the words to read your poem. I want to thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for the vulnerability that you have shown, to share your story, and how it's helping so many others. For those who want to learn more about what you are doing at Ossining, what's the best way? Are there any resources others can access? Andrea's Final Thoughts: This episode hit me pretty hard on the emotional level, that was obvious throughout, especially the end. I had to step away from my desk to think about why. I know how important this work is, but there was something about Ellie's story that moved me deeply. After thinking about it for a while, I made the connection. We all know “why” we do what we do, and that's an important part of our self-awareness, to keep us moving forward when times are difficult. Why I do what I do with this podcast is to lift up those students, like Ellie, who needed encouragement to access the unlimited potential that we can see she has. Her story of reading that poem in class made me remember when I first saw the importance of these SEL skills before they were called this, in the late 1990s, when I was working for Bob Proctor seminars and I watched him working with this group of 12 teens. If you've heard this story, you'll know why Ellie's background hit me on the emotional level. The moment I knew that SEL was going to be an important part of my future was when I saw these kids showcasing the skills they had been learning (things like improving their attitude, mindset and setting goals) and there was this one boy, Brian, who struggled to speak when it was his turn. You couldn't blame him. He was on stage at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans in front of thousands of people, and the speaker went behind him and rubbed his back to calm him down so that he could get his words out. This moment is etched in stone for me as a pivotal moment in time. Imagine if Ellie had a teacher who helped and encouraged her when she was struggling with her poem. It only takes one person to skyrocket or champion a student, and I'm so glad that Ellie found her champion. That's why I spend the time to record these podcasts, hoping that maybe just one idea will help one student like Ellie, to take her talents into the world with strength and courage, to truly make an impact. If I was ever to end this podcast (and I don't plan on it, as I'm just too curious to keep learning and sharing new ideas) but I would end it with this episode, as it does come full circle for me with why social and emotional skills are important in our schools and workplaces today. Do you know your why? Why do you do what you do? While I know my why is just as clear as the day we launched this podcast, I know there is still so much to explore and learn in the field of neuroscience, like we saw with Dr. Jalal's episode on dreams. As new discoveries with the brain and learning are uncovered, I'd love to share them here, so we can all access and use them in our life, and I stick to what I've always said. As long as listeners find these topics interesting, we will continue to produce more episodes. And with that, I'll close out this episode and will see you on Friday for this week's Brain Fact Friday, where we will look closer at Dr. Jalal's work on the dreaming brain, which expanded my awareness beyond where it has ever been. I hope you enjoyed this episode with Ellie Mercado. You can find all the links to follow her work and access her resources in the show notes. See you on Friday. CONTACT AND FOLLOW ELLIE MERCADO EMAIL: emercado@ossiningufsd.org TWITTER: https://twitter.com/EMercadoAP RESOURCES: July 11th Casual Leadership Connections Conference: Cultivating Growth and Self-Care https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Join-Fellow-School-Leaders-at-the-9th-Annual-Regional-Leadership-Institute--RLI-.html?soid=1129297243955&aid=4gLt1ExsFIA Culture at Care Park PowerPoint Presentation: Creating a Safe, Trusting and Nurturing Learning Environment https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ZHpm64ahElUiW3e9s2M4mR9yBbAPVt541J0eCnsEBJw/edit#slide=id.gf07c305c23_1_0 How We are Embedding SEL with an Equity Lens to our Schools, Published May 18, 2021  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhFVRfS2qZM&t=2981s IMPORTANT LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM HOW WE ARE EMBEDDING SEL WITH AN EQUITY LENS PRESENTATION New York State Social Emotional Learning Benchmarks AMD SEL Resources to Support Students, Staff and Family-20-21 Social & Academic Development through an Equity Lens Applying an Equity Lens to Social Emotional & Academic Development Nine Cultural Values Differences You Need to Know USA is an Individualist society “I” at a 91 score vs Ecuador is a Collectivist society “We”  at a lowest 8 score. (Jagers, Rivas-Drake, & Borowski, 2018) This is Equity Video Quick Facts for Criteria on CASEL's Guide to Effective Social and Emotional Learning Programs Transformative SEL as a Lever for Equity & Social Justice Six Ways to Build More Equitable Learning Environments SELEQUITY JEDI (justice, equity, diversity, inclusion) and social justice  STRATEGY 1 RESOURCES: SLIDE 10 for MEANINGFUL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES AND SUPPORTS: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1XJqpMl7dRLTdDGCKGval546TuK2eeaJTfQWSDUjN2DY/edit#slide=id.gcd85ba80c1_1_0 STRATEGY 2 RESOURCES: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1XJqpMl7dRLTdDGCKGval546TuK2eeaJTfQWSDUjN2DY/edit#slide=id.gbb8ac5ae75_0_10 STRATEGY 3 RESOURCES: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1XJqpMl7dRLTdDGCKGval546TuK2eeaJTfQWSDUjN2DY/edit#slide=id.gbb8ac5ae75_0_15 STRATEGY 4 RESOURCES: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1XJqpMl7dRLTdDGCKGval546TuK2eeaJTfQWSDUjN2DY/edit#slide=id.gbb8ac5ae75_0_20 STRATEGY 5 RESOURCES: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1XJqpMl7dRLTdDGCKGval546TuK2eeaJTfQWSDUjN2DY/edit#slide=id.gbb8ac5ae75_0_25 STRATEGY 6 RESOURCES: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1XJqpMl7dRLTdDGCKGval546TuK2eeaJTfQWSDUjN2DY/edit#slide=id.gd497d415ec_0_261 REFERENCES: [i] How We are Embedding SEL with an Equity Lens to our Schools, Published May 18, 2021  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhFVRfS2qZM&t=2981s [ii] Linda Dusenbury from CASEL and her Collaborating States Initiative Plan https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED581611.pdf [iii] Every Kid Needs a Champion TED TALK with Rita Pierson Published on YouTube https://www.ted.com/talks/rita_pierson_every_kid_needs_a_champion  

Rita Pierson was a lifetime educator who positively impacted both her students and her colleagues. In today's episode, she reminds us of the importance of fostering loving support and connection to champion our youth to be the best they can be.   Source: Rita Pierson: Every kid needs a champion | TED   Hosted by Malikee Josephs (Pronounced Muh leek Jo seffs)   Follow The Show On Instagram @DepressionDetoxShow.

In this episode, Natalie and Margaret discuss the topic of Fostering Positive Relationships using inspiration from the late Rita Pierson. Episode Resources: Rita Pierson Ted Talk: youtube.com/watch?v=SFnMTHhKdkw Edutopia Article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/6-strategies-building-better-student-relationships Margaret's Edutopia Article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/implementing-blended-learning-pre-k-students UCISD Digital Tools Page: https://ucisd.me/3eDy6X1 Link to Teacher Leaders Community on Schoology: https://ucisd.schoology.com/group/3012913369 Follow us! @BlendedUCISD @natariastx @tarski_margaret

Do you want your students to be more productive? To work independently? To be more focused? Self Management will help build stronger students who will, eventually, strive to grow even more. The more social emotional skills are taught, we are equipping students to have a more functional and successful future!                            FREE PRINTABLE RESOURCE Six Evidence Based Strategies       https://bit.ly/6forfree   If you found today's episode valuable, please take time to subscribe and leave me a review in Apple Podcasts and wherever you're listening. Don't forget to hit that subscribe button so you don't miss any strategies that will help your class! Thanks so much!   Let's Connect! - diane@behaviorstrategies4class.com Join my Facebook Group! - Behavior Strategies 4 Class Here's the link for the Pinterest Masterclass for FREE marketing! http://bit.ly/behaviorpin4u   Here's the link for Podcast Pro University. Have some more influence of your own! http://bit.ly/behaviorPPU4u   "We can do this. We're educators. We were born to make a difference!" Rita Pierson

Last week I shared some of the financial aspects of teaching that are contributing to a lack of an abundance mindset among teachers. The money teachers expect and earn for teaching definitely wreaks havoc on our money beliefs, and therefore, our bank accounts.  But there's more to our money mindset than money. Other expectations placed on teachers seep into our subconscious and create doubt about our ability to earn, and even whether or not we deserve to make more money. Here are some non-monetary impacts teaching has on your financial success. Free Labor Without the free labor teachers provide, the American school system would shut down.  Whether we're talking about extra hours before or after school helping students who are struggling, extra hours planning lessons and activities, hours in front of the tv cutting out shapes for a bulletin board, or courses we take on our own time (and with our own money) to improve our classroom skills, working for free comes with the job. It's expected. It's presented as normal. And it's taken for granted. It's also never enough.  Teachers are constantly being asked to do more, for no extra pay, with the ever-familiar call of, “Do it for the kids.” We need someone to chaperone the dance. No, we can't pay you… you're doing it for the kids. In 2020, California governor Gavin Newsom was asked if the small increase in education funding would be enough to bring new teachers into the profession. He responded, “The greatest incentive is the inspiration, that spark that led someone to want to contribute in such a profound and dignified way by educating the minds of the next generation.” In other words, teachers will do it for the kids. But all this free labor is doing a number on your ability to earn more money. How? The free labor expectations that come along with teaching further ingrain some beliefs that many of us are taught early on:  If you really want to help people, you'd do it for free.  It's greedy to ask for compensation when doing something that doesn't cost you anything.  If you truly care about the kids, you'd do it for free. Well, I call bullshit. Apple purports to care about its users, but nobody bats an eye at spending over $1000 on an iPhone.  Car companies care about the safety of the people who buy their cars, but they still raise the price of their cars when a new feature is added. Doctors care about their patients and are still encouraged to charge for their services, and raise their fees based on experience and specialization. No one says to doctors, “Do it for the sick people.” When you accept the premise that doing things “for the kids” means doing things for free, you cement that expectation deeper into the bedrock of your brain. And it doesn't just impact you at school. As a blogger or teacher business owner, these beliefs will lead you to undercharge for your services, sponsored content, and even ad space on your blog. Not to mention the fact that all that free work is taking time and energy away from building your business. I can tell you from personal experience that after teaching all day, running an after school rehearsal, and supervising kids until their parents finally pick them up, by the time you get home, you're mentally and physically exhausted and will not be able to do quality work on your blog. Money Hurdle: I can help people or I can make money. I can't do both. Clear the Hurdle: Remember that every time you say yes to something, you're saying no to something else. So while it doesn't cost you money to chaperone the dance, it keeps you in “school mode” well into your weekend, preventing you from resting after a long week and sapping your energy for other projects. It doesn't cost you money to join another committee, but it does take up space in your brain and requires you to stay late for meetings instead of going home and spending time with your kids. Everything costs something.  Suggested Mantras: There are a few mantras I can suggest for this money hurdle. The first is from one of my favorite money mindset writers, Denise Duffield-Thomas. I serve, I deserve. It's okay to say no to things that don't serve me and my goals. Charging for my time, energy, and expertise doesn't make me a bad person. Toxic Positivity Toxic positivity is everywhere these days, but in few places is it as prevalent as in schools.  So what is toxic positivity? According to Right as Rain, a mental health website run by the University of Washington medical department, toxic positivity involves dismissing negative emotions and responding to distress with false reassurances rather than empathy. It comes from feeling uncomfortable with negative emotions. And while it may be well-intentioned, it can cause alienation and a feeling of disconnection. Expressions of toxic positivity can be anything from the useless, “everything happens for a reason,” and, “it could be worse,” to more targeted banality. When I asked teachers in the groups I participate in for examples of toxic positivity they see, there was no shortage of responses. Here are just some of the replies: Teachers don't teach for the income, they teach for the outcome.  A good teacher is like a candle – it consumes itself to light the way for others. As you stress about having to go back to school soon, just remember… There is a child who hasn't been in an encouraging atmosphere since they left your class - They can't wait to see you. Educators are the only people who lose sleep over other people's children. Great teachers have high expectations for their students, but higher expectations for themselves. If these oft-repeated platitudes make you groan, wince, or throw up in your mouth, you're not alone. They're full of “inspiration” that is unhelpful, counter-productive, and tantamount to gaslighting. They deny teachers the ability to express their true feelings and encourage them to put on a happy face to make others - usually the ones who are imposing unrealistic expectations - feel better. And it's not just one-liners turned into colorful memes that stubborn toxic positivity.  Is there a single teacher in the US who hasn't been shown Rita Pierson's TED Talk, Every Child Needs a Champion? It's practically required viewing for education majors, but what does it really teach us?  Then there's Taylor Mali's poem, “What Teachers Make.” Another example of toxic positivity that encourages teachers to consider the hard work of teaching to be a reward. And don't get me started on inspirational teacher movies. Grrr. Like the expectation of free labor, these expressions lead to a culture in which teachers are expected to work hard for low pay AND consider ourselves lucky to do so. Not only does toxic positivity deny teachers the ability to voice our concerns, fears, and doubts, it attempts to make us feel bad for even having those emotions. Like when your mom used to guilt you into eating spinach because there are starving children in China who would be grateful for that food… it's not helpful. You still hated every bite of that spinach, and probably resented your mom for making you eat it. This toxic positivity is not only bad for your mental health, it can get in the way of you seeking out extra income or even a different career. You don't need to make more money… you're not in it for the income. Feeling burnt out? Well, that's what good teachers do. You want to be a good teacher, right? Stressed out and not sleeping is expected. There's nothing wrong with that. It's fine. Everything's fine. Money Hurdle: Burnout, stress, and financial struggle are normal and they're not that bad. Clear the Hurdle: There's a line in The Big Bang Theory in which Sheldon states, “I know I can feel 2 things at once. I've seen Inside Out,” and this is the key to combating toxic positivity. You can love aspects of teaching, and still desire to make more money. You can value your relationships with your students and colleagues, and also want to build another community online. You can be a great teacher, and still need another outlet for your passion, self-expression, and personal growth. Suggested Mantras: I can be a great teacher and still want more for myself. And that's not all. There are other educational standards that mess with your mind, too. There's a limited amount of money, and how much you get is completely out of your control. This is true for schools, which typically have tight budgets, but not for the rest of the world. When running your own business, there are plenty of readers, clients, and customers to go around. The world is an abundant place. If you want more, you have to beg. Websites like Donors Choose exist to support teacher begging. It's the online equivalent of a “Will work for food” sign and it ingrains the idea that teachers struggle for money and are at the whim of people's generosity. It's never enough. There is always more work. There is always more grading. There is always more to do. And no matter how much you do, it never ends. This can create the illusion that you have no time to blog or make money outside of school, when really a lot of that work doesn't need to be done. While people like to think that the only thing that affects their wallets is the numbers on their paychecks, there's more to it. Next time you start to doubt your ability to be financially successful because you're “just a teacher” take a moment to think about which of the money hurdles you are really facing and take a step back to refocus on what's possible. In my experience, blogging is one of the best ways for teachers to make money. If you're ready to jump into your blog, grab my FREE guide, 5 Steps to Start Your Blog Today!

Episode 62: The Importance of Showing Gratitude (even for the hard stuff)This episode is being released just the day before Thanksgiving and so I thought what better of a time to show gratitude than Thanksgiving.I feel as though the majority of us don't show gratitude enough and by going back through last week's episode and re-listening to Paul's words, it has definitely helped open my mind that showing gratitude and feeling gratitude for the things in my life is an amazing way to cleanse your brain from all the negative energy that just comes from being a human being.So within last week's episode, Paul expressed a whole lot of gratitude for some of the people in his life that made the biggest impact...teachers. And I think you'd be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn't have a story about a person in their life who helped them...who pushed them...who believed in them. Paul talked about how grateful he was for having individuals in his life that showed him that he was intelligent in spite of the struggles he was having in school. People who believed he could be successful in a career that he never  imagined himself being in. And by him telling his story, it made me remember a quote by a very inspirational teacher named Rita Pierson. She says, “Every child deserves a champion; an adult who will never give up on them. Who understands the power of connection and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be.”And I know that's why Paul has so much gratitude for his teachers and mentors...because they gave him a champion...someone to look up to and someone who believed in him.But being grateful doesn't always have to be about something positive in our lives. We can feel grateful for tough situations or challenging things in our life! Now don't get me wrong, I understand that trying to be grateful for these trials in your life requires effort especially in really difficult times. But the more we choose to live in the discipline of conscious thanksgiving, the more natural it becomes, and the more our eyes are opened to the little things throughout the day that were previously overlooked.And that is exactly what happened with Paul's story which is what got me thinking so much about my own gratitude and what made me want to do this episode.Throughout this episode, I chat about how to get your mind right about being grateful and showing thanks for the things, whether good or bad, in your life.Here's some helpful tips:Set time aside each day to make a list of what you are thankful for. Start with the tiniest details, and write down even just one thing.  Tell other people “thank you” when they do something kind for you.Don't allow other people's bitterness or negativity to influence your inner peace.Anger, disappointment, failure, and frustration are parts of life, but don't let them become your default emotions. Build gratitude around you with small, daily, unexpected, undeserved acts of love, compassion, grace, and forgiveness.I hope you enjoyed this episode and I hope you will intentionally carve out some time to count your blessings.Mentioned in the show:What's Your Special Educator Superpower QuizEvery Kid Needs a Champion youtube video

Traveling the road to better teaching with Kam Bracey as we discuss feedback notes he received from his clinical instructor. Teacher's Journey: Mile Markers on the Road to Better Teaching is sponsored by the University of Mississippi School of Education (https://education.olemiss.edu/) and is an Amidon Planet (https://amidonplanet.com/) production. For more on portfolio development at the University of Mississippi School of Education, check out Portfolio School (https://sites.google.com/go.olemiss.edu/soeportfolio/home?authuser=0). Links mentioned in the episode Kam Bracey's portfolio (https://sites.google.com/go.olemiss.edu/kamron-bracey-portfolio/home). Rita Pierson, Every kid needs a champion, TED Talk (https://www.ted.com/talks/rita_pierson_every_kid_needs_a_champion?language=en) Special Guest: Kam'ron Bracey.

Description: Season 2 of our Mentor Chat podcast focuses a lot on Everyday Mentoring and we're kicking things off with our first episode, which tackles an obvious first question: what is Everyday Mentoring? You may remember us referencing Everyday Mentoring last season. Well, now we're shining a spotlight on the essence of Everyday Mentoring and how adults everywhere can use it to make a mentoring difference in the lives of kiddos they see regularly. Everyday Mentoring is an important piece of the mentoring puzzle and it plays a critical role in our work to surround kids with 360 degrees of mentoring support -- in school, at home and in the community. So settle in and listen to some personal stories and fun facts that will pave the way for our future Everyday Mentoring episodes! Credits: Hosted, written, and produced by Michelle Thomas & Ashley Wineland with The Mentoring Partnership of SWPA | www.mentoringpittsburgh.org Music is "Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) | Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License | http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Every Kid Needs a Champion," Rita Pierson

The pandemic has impacted us all. Financially, emotionally, physically, and in ways that we probably haven't realized yet. We've also watched our kiddos struggle, both at home and at school. It's time to think of our kids' brains as more than a vessel to store the information we're throwing at them. They're more prone to depression and anxiety than we may realize. On this episode, we're exploring how our kids are handling the pandemic and its aftermath (not well) and what we, as educators, “safe adults,” and parents can do to support them. I give you three suggestions on how we can lessen the pressure that our youth are feeling and spotlight the amazing progress that one Colorado school has made.   Jump in the Conversation: [2:17] Pandemic statistics on mental health [4:00] How children's brains and mental health have changed during the pandemic [5:43] Three suggestions for how we can lessen the toll of the pandemic [6:01] Psychological Safety [9:03] Creating Stability [10:43] Safe Adult or Champion   Links Episode 73: Breaking Barriers for Our Students and Our Future with Stanley Litow Episode 72: Bringing Psychological Safety to Our Teachers EdActive Collective Back to Class, How Schools Can Rebound series CDC mental health statistics National Institute of Mental Health pandemic statistics Furfaro's Education Lab articles Seattle Times article: Scientists are racing to uncover the pandemic's toll on kids' brains LEADPrep five-point scale template The Hechinger Report: When kids pick their ‘trusted adult,' it pays off Rita Pierson's TED: Every Kid Needs a Champion Email Maureen Maureen's TEDx talk: Changing My Mind to Change Our Schools The Education Evolution Facebook: Follow Education Evolution Twitter: Follow Education Evolution LinkedIn: Follow Education Evolution Maureen's book: Creating Micro-Schools for Colorful Mismatched Kids Micro-school feature on Good Morning America The Micro-School Coalition Facebook: The Micro-School Coalition LEADPrep

A snippet from Rita Pierson's Ted Talk on teachers connecting with their pupils.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This season will be dedicated to focusing on relationships; and in this episode, I kick it off by talking about the importance of our relationships with children. James Comer stated that, “No significant learning occurs without a significant relationship”. Are you ready to be intentional about how you relate? Reflect with me, ponder how you want to show up and make deliberate plans for the legacy that you want to pass on. Remember the resonating words of Maya Angelou: “I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” BLOG POST: http://www.theteacherstribe.com/blog/can-you-relate PODCAST PLATFORMS: SoundCloud: Apple Podcast: Spotify: Google Podcast: YouTube: Amazon Music REFERENCE LINKS: Growing Inner Wealth® in the Elementary School Classroom! (NHA Podcast) https://www.ted.com/talks/rita_pierson_every_kid_needs_a_champion?language=en (Rita Pierson) https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/living/story/teacher-cuts-hair-match-kindergartners-inspiring-stories-teachers-62872767 (Sharon Grimm) https://wabisabilearning.com/blogs/mindfulness-wellbeing/4-stories-great-teachers (Les Brown)

Berfin Yuseinova is een leerlinge van het Edith Stein College, 17 jaar. Mijn naam is Annette Burgers. Ik ben docent persoonsvorming op het Edith Stein College en heb dit interview gemaakt omdat een collega, Anita Bruijn, mij vertelde over Berfin Yuseinova en haar passie & ambitie om in Nederland geneeskunde te studeren. En omdat we voor het vak persoonsvorming op zoek gaan naar inspirerende voorbeelden. Berfin valt voor mij in de categorie TED TALKs, zoals Rita Pierson met haar video "Every Child needs a Champion". Berfin is haar eigen Champion. En zij is a Champion voor anderen. OOK waanzinnig gaaf om te horen wat docenten voor positieve invloed hebben op haar gehad hebben. Daar doen we het voor, toch?! Ik maak een diepe buiging voor deze 17 jarige dame en haar power. @Berfin, dankjewel voor dit interview. Je bent een prachtig voorbeeld, en niet alleen voor jongeren. Ook voor mij ben je dat! Te beluisteren via SoundCloud, spotify en iTunes. EN te bekijken via You Tube. Heb je vragen over dit interview? Ik ben te bereiken via: a.burgers@edithsteincollege.nl Veel luister en/of kijkplezier en laat je ook inspireren! Groet, Annette

I have recently gone through a Ted Video and it really resonates with my concept of students should learn in a conducive environment which will develop their reasoning and they will not afraid about anything in life. This is the great thought from great lady Ms Rita Pierson. What a way to explain in this video https://youtu.be/SFnMTHhKdkw --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Dwayne A. Caines has been an agent of change for the last 25 years and a dynamic force in Bermuda’s business environment. After graduating from Bermuda Institute, he attended Oakwood University where he received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Public Relations. A year after receiving his Bachelor’s Degree, he attended Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan to commence graduate work in Public Relations. Mr. Caines has a very diverse business background as he has worked for Bermuda Broadcasting Company, Bermuda Telephone Company, Bermuda Department of Tourism and he is most notably known as the Corporate Communications Manager/Public Relations Manager of the Bermuda Police Service. In May 2019, Mr. Caines was elevated to the post of Secretary and Chief Operations Officer for the Corporation of Hamilton. In Mr. Caines’ spare time, he is an avid sportsman and a community activist. Dwayne has traveled over the Caribbean and the United States as a motivational speaker conducting workshops for companies and organizations whose aim is simply to bring the best out of people. Dwayne has been the keynote speaker at several graduation ceremonies here in Bermuda and in Jamaica and has conducted workshops for The Bermuda Department of Education, several church groups, the Co-educational Facility, civic organizations and has spoken at numerous male leadership workshops. He has developed interactive workshops and seminars to help members of organizations reach their full potential and to strengthen the bonds of those in the organizations. He endeavors to help organizations design strong community-based programs and motivational seminars to help those who have lost their passion to find it again. He is a community-focused gentleman who enjoys working with young people, with a determination to empower them to become active in their communities and advocates for social change. Mr. Caines taught Social Studies and English for the GED Program at his church for 16 years, created a Rites of Passage program for male youth and has been involved in mentorship programs such as Big Brothers/Big Sisters where he was a past Vice-President for 10 years. For the last six years, Mr. Caines along with his brothers have hosted the Back to School Extravaganza where over 3,600 bags have been given away with countless school supplies and over 500 young people each year have either had their hair cut or hair braided. He continues to be involved in the community by currently serving as the Vice-Chairman of the Coalition for the Protection of children and is involved with community activities with his fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha, Inc. Mr. Caines has also written and directed numerous plays and is often invited to inspire youth through motivational speaking in both Bermuda and in America. Mr. Caines has written/co-authored a book with his twin brother, Wayne Caines called "Double Vision." Mr. Caines is married to Roshanda and has three daughters, Deshay, Dasha and Dori. Closing Word Every Kid Needs a Champion by Rita Pierson; Social Media Facebook: Dwayne Caines, Caines Brothers, Instagram @candycaines06; Resource Mentioned: Double Vision: A Journey to Success by Wayne Caines and Dwayne Caines --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whataword/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whataword/support

In the shadow of COVID, the current face of education has brought a new set of challenges into the (virtual) classroom. It can be difficult to know how to overcome these barriers and create the best environment for both educators and students.Today, Andrew Marotta joins us on the Education Evolution podcast to give insight into how he’s able to hold this balance in his own life. Despite being a husband, father, principal, author, professional speaker, and more, Andrew maintains a positive energy and focus that has led to his success in the educational system. He reminds us of the grace we must extend to each other during this difficult time and gives us a call to do our best and believe in ourselves.Listen in now to hear his advice on creating a positive impact for students, keeping up morale, and creating relationships to help students thrive no matter the situation.About Andrew MarottaAndrew Marotta is an energetic and enthusiastic leader who has put his positive imprint on his beloved Port Jervis High School, in Port Jervis, NY. He has led the transformation of PJHS, helping to raise the graduation rate from a low 60% to mid and upper 80%. With the release of his first book, “The Principal: Surviving and Thriving,” Andrew is expanding his impact on the education leadership community. Husband, father, principal, former Division One College Basketball Official, professional speaker and developer, and now author, Andrew balances his busy lifestyle and shares with you the tips, tricks, procedures, and methods he uses to make it work.Learn more through his blog and listen in on his podcast. You can also follow him on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Jump Through the Conversation:[2:09] Treat your school like a restaurant[6:53] Now is the time to release routines and try new things[8:22] Do your best, be kind, and have empathy[10:58] Be fully present and focus on the “big rocks” first[16:16] Dr. Rob Gilbert’s success hotline[18:38] Andrew’s Magic Wand: We MUST believe in ourselves and that we can have an impact[22:49] Rita Pierson’s Ted Talk: Every Kid Needs a Champion on “Kids can’t learn from teachers they don’t like.”[24:20] Maureen unpacking Andrew’s gemsBeing humanShining our light and making an impactLinks and Resources:Andrew Marotta’s The Principal: Surviving and ThrivingEducation Leadership and Beyond BlogEducation Leadership and Beyond PodcastStephen Covey’s Big Rocks First videoDr. Rob Gilbert’s Success Hotline: can subscribe or call 973-743-4690. (Success Hotline, started in 1992, is the world’s longest running inspirational telephone hotline. Daily 3-minute inspirations.) Rita Pierson’s Ted Talk: Every Kid Needs a ChampionStephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective PeopleMarianne Williamson’s Our Deepest Fear poem Email MaureenFacebook: Follow Education EvolutionTwitter: Follow Education EvolutionLinkedIn: Follow Education EvolutionMaureen’s book: Creating Micro-Schools for Colorful Mismatched KidsMicro-school feature on Good Morning AmericaThe Micro-School CoalitionFacebook: The Micro-School CoalitionLEADPrepEducation Evolutionhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/education-evolution/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/26-surviving-and-thriving-in-education-with-andrew-marotta

In the shadow of COVID, the current face of education has brought a new set of challenges into the (virtual) classroom. It can be difficult to know how to overcome these barriers and create the best environment for both educators and students. Today, Andrew Marotta joins us on the Education Evolution podcast to give insight into how he’s able to hold this balance in his own life. Despite being a husband, father, principal, author, professional speaker, and more, Andrew maintains a positive energy and focus that has led to his success in the educational system. He reminds us of the grace we must extend to each other during this difficult time and gives us a call to do our best and believe in ourselves. Listen in now to hear his advice on creating a positive impact for students, keeping up morale, and creating relationships to help students thrive no matter the situation. About Andrew Marotta Andrew Marotta is an energetic and enthusiastic leader who has put his positive imprint on his beloved Port Jervis High School, in Port Jervis, NY. He has led the transformation of PJHS, helping to raise the graduation rate from a low 60% to mid and upper 80%. With the release of his first book, “The Principal: Surviving and Thriving,” Andrew is expanding his impact on the education leadership community. Husband, father, principal, former Division One College Basketball Official, professional speaker and developer, and now author, Andrew balances his busy lifestyle and shares with you the tips, tricks, procedures, and methods he uses to make it work. Learn more through his blog and listen in on his podcast. You can also follow him on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Jump Through the Conversation: [2:09] Treat your school like a restaurant [6:53] Now is the time to release routines and try new things [8:22] Do your best, be kind, and have empathy [10:58] Be fully present and focus on the “big rocks” first [16:16] Dr. Rob Gilbert’s success hotline [18:38] Andrew’s Magic Wand: We MUST believe in ourselves and that we can have an impact [22:49] Rita Pierson’s Ted Talk: Every Kid Needs a Champion on “Kids can’t learn from teachers they don’t like.” [24:20] Maureen unpacking Andrew’s gems Being human Shining our light and making an impact Links and Resources: Andrew Marotta’s The Principal: Surviving and Thriving Education Leadership and Beyond Blog Education Leadership and Beyond Podcast Stephen Covey’s Big Rocks First video Dr. Rob Gilbert’s Success Hotline: can subscribe or call 973-743-4690. (Success Hotline, started in 1992, is the world’s longest running inspirational telephone hotline. Daily 3-minute inspirations.) Rita Pierson’s Ted Talk: Every Kid Needs a Champion Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Marianne Williamson’s Our Deepest Fear poem Email Maureen Facebook: Follow Education Evolution Twitter: Follow Education Evolution LinkedIn: Follow Education Evolution Maureen’s book: Creating Micro-Schools for Colorful Mismatched Kids Micro-school feature on Good Morning America The Micro-School Coalition Facebook: The Micro-School Coalition LEADPrep Education Evolution https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/education-evolution/ Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/26-surviving-and-thriving-in-education-with-andrew-marotta

In the shadow of COVID, the current face of education has brought a new set of challenges into the (virtual) classroom. It can be difficult to know how to overcome these barriers and create the best environment for both educators and students.Today, Andrew Marotta joins us on the Education Evolution podcast to give insight into how he’s able to hold this balance in his own life. Despite being a husband, father, principal, author, professional speaker, and more, Andrew maintains a positive energy and focus that has led to his success in the educational system. He reminds us of the grace we must extend to each other during this difficult time and gives us a call to do our best and believe in ourselves.Listen in now to hear his advice on creating a positive impact for students, keeping up morale, and creating relationships to help students thrive no matter the situation.About Andrew MarottaAndrew Marotta is an energetic and enthusiastic leader who has put his positive imprint on his beloved Port Jervis High School, in Port Jervis, NY. He has led the transformation of PJHS, helping to raise the graduation rate from a low 60% to mid and upper 80%. With the release of his first book, “The Principal: Surviving and Thriving,” Andrew is expanding his impact on the education leadership community. Husband, father, principal, former Division One College Basketball Official, professional speaker and developer, and now author, Andrew balances his busy lifestyle and shares with you the tips, tricks, procedures, and methods he uses to make it work.Learn more through his blog and listen in on his podcast. You can also follow him on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Jump Through the Conversation:[2:09] Treat your school like a restaurant[6:53] Now is the time to release routines and try new things[8:22] Do your best, be kind, and have empathy[10:58] Be fully present and focus on the “big rocks” first[16:16] Dr. Rob Gilbert’s success hotline[18:38] Andrew’s Magic Wand: We MUST believe in ourselves and that we can have an impact[22:49] Rita Pierson’s Ted Talk: Every Kid Needs a Champion on “Kids can’t learn from teachers they don’t like.”[24:20] Maureen unpacking Andrew’s gemsBeing humanShining our light and making an impactLinks and Resources:Andrew Marotta’s The Principal: Surviving and ThrivingEducation Leadership and Beyond BlogEducation Leadership and Beyond PodcastStephen Covey’s Big Rocks First videoDr. Rob Gilbert’s Success Hotline: can subscribe or call 973-743-4690. (Success Hotline, started in 1992, is the world’s longest running inspirational telephone hotline. Daily 3-minute inspirations.) Rita Pierson’s Ted Talk: Every Kid Needs a ChampionStephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective PeopleMarianne Williamson’s Our Deepest Fear poem Email MaureenFacebook: Follow Education EvolutionTwitter: Follow Education EvolutionLinkedIn: Follow Education EvolutionMaureen’s book: Creating Micro-Schools for Colorful Mismatched KidsMicro-school feature on Good Morning AmericaThe Micro-School CoalitionFacebook: The Micro-School CoalitionLEADPrepEducation Evolutionhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/education-evolution/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/26-surviving-and-thriving-in-education-with-andrew-marotta

I know that as a parent right now, you’re working double time as the teacher, caregiver, home taskmaster, and chef. But our teachers are also carrying a load that seems all too unbearable. And some of them are going above and beyond to make real connections with our kids during a difficult time. Teachers have the unique ability to be heroes, if they choose to be. Today’s clip features teacher Rita Pierson, who exudes the energy, passion, and creativity needed by teachers (and parents!) to ensure every student feels not only seen, but liked. You can find the full clip of Rita Pierson’s talk here. Have you signed up for The Pandemic Parenting Survival Summit on Sept. 19-20? Click HERE to register now - doors close Friday at midnight! I'd love to know what you think, so join in on the conversation! Subscribe, leave a review, or follow PG-ish on Instagram (@pgishparenting), or you can always find me at www.pgishparenting.com.

James Ryan is the proud building Principal of Maplemere Elementary School in the Sweet Home Central School District (Amherst, New York). James started his career as a social studies teacher at Sweet Home High School in 2007, worked as a Dean of Students at Sweet Home Middle School, and has most recently transitioned into his current role. The theme of Maplemere Elementary is "Where Every Child Has a Champion", based on Rita Pierson's powerful TEDtalk. James has been married for ten years to Lauren (an educator who he would describe as "far superior to him"). Jim and Lauren have two children Charlotte (8 years old) & Griffin (2 years old). "I have been a self-contained teacher for 10 years. I work with students with autism and intellectual disabilities- it is very easy to feel like you are on an island and in fact that is how I felt most of my career. I haven't felt true inclusivity from a principal (and I have worked for 3) until Jim Ryan came to Maplemere. From day 1, he advocated for our students to be able to participate in SABAH (a program that provides adaptive ice skating for students in the winter and ends in a performance at the Buffalo Sabres hockey arena). He has laced up his own skates and taken to the ice to help ensure that my students felt comfortable, confident and safe - what administrator does that?? He rallied over 40 staff, district administrators and community members to come and watch our final performance on a Saturday when school is the furthest thing from anyone's mind. When Maplemere was announced, a large roar erupted from the crowd, I had several teachers come to me from other districts saying how special our Maplemere community is- this is a true testament to Jim Ryan. Since becoming principal at Maplemere our self-contained students have also been afforded opportunities to show their gen ed peers how truely amazing they are. These opportunities include being able to host a leadership assembly for the entire school, participate in afterschool clubs with gen ed peers and take on various leadership roles throughout our building- all of which Jim was right beside them cheering them on. Jim has "celebrity status" in my room- the minute he walks in the door I'm lucky if I can keep instruction going as the kids usually rush to the door to give him a hug or a high five- relationships are important to him and it shows. He treats my non-verbal students the same way he treats our gen ed kids, and this is with respect and dignity. I think what makes Jim different then most is that to him inclusion is not simply tolerating the presence of our self-contained students- it is unquestioned acceptance. I am thankful everyday to work alongside someone who sees the beauty and ability in my students as much as I do." - Mrs. Pisarek "At my first staff meeting as a teacher, and Mr. Ryan's first staff meeting as principal of Maplemere, Mr. Ryan showed a TED talk with a message from Rita Pierson, a message that “every child deserves a champion”. I think the biggest thing that makes Mr. Ryan an outstanding principal is that not only do our students at Maplemere have champions in their teachers and in our principal, but we as teachers have a champion in Mr. Ryan. As a first year teacher last year, I was eager but nervous. Mr. Ryan was supportive of me, provided me with opportunities to grow, and pushed me to develop my own authentic way of being an educator and advocate for students. He is not only a mentor, but a leader who guides our school in a way where everyone is valued. Mr. Ryan recognizes and capitalizes on the talents of each person in our building - teachers, classroom aides, program aides, guest teachers, and students." -Ms. Campanaro

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We are wrapping up the school year and the end is in sight, so the last thing on your mind is professional development. In our experience, someone can mention professional development and a lot of people roll their eyes. We believe that educators have been forced into professional developments that are not applicable to them, aren’t presented well, and sometimes are just plain boring. We sat down together to discuss what we think professional development ought to be and what we wish it was. Top Tenn Tips: Deeper Thinking with Timeline Project by Matt Miller Post-It Notes of Encouragement Top Tenn Recommendation: We want you to come up with your own list of what you think professional development should be and then find a PD that offers those things. There are countless PD opportunities out there both virtually and in person and we are sure that you will find something that will tickle your fancy! Mentioned in the Show: Professional Development Definition "OMG Becky. PD is Getting So Much Better!!" by Jennifer Gonzalez "Every Kid Needs a Champion" by Rita Pierson

Kyle — with help from an all-time great TED talk by educator Rita Pierson, and from his experience fighting for educational equity in nearby Evanston, Illinois — has personally discovered that Jesus’ strong words about those who put obstacles in the way of children are well-founded. So what are some ways we can be champions for the kids around us?

Rita Pierson, a teacher for 40 years, once heard a colleague say, "They don't pay me to like the kids." Her response: "Kids don't learn from people they don't like.'" A rousing call to educators to believe in their students and actually connect with them on a real, human, personal level. 3thegrownway@gmail.com

An excerpt from the late Rita Pierson's audio series Teaching on Your Feet.

Rita Pierson was a life ling educator who came from a family of life-long educators. I love her way of working with children and her belief that all kids need a champion, someone who believes in them. I share my thoughts here and also a Ted Talk by Rita which I listen to regularly and I just love. I trust it's a great way to end this year of podcasts. I really hope you get something from it. Thanks for the year of support. You guys have been awesome.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

  Congratulations of reaching the finish line to this school year! On this episode, we feature Rita Pierson, a teacher with 40 years of experience, on the show. She once heard a colleague say, "They don't pay me to like the kids." her response: "Kids don't learn from people they don't like." Unfortunately, Rita Pearson passed shortly after this motivational talk but has left a rich legacy of impacting lives. The season finale of The Teachers Lounge ends with a rousing call to educators to believe in their students and actually connect with them on a real, human, and personal level.  

As we wrap up the last days of our school year, it helps me to keep things in perspective so I wanted to share the following video clip of one of my favorite educators, the late Rita Pierson. If you've seen Rita Pierson's TedTalk before, watch it again to be re-inspired. If you haven't seen […]

Rita Pierson, a teacher for 40 years, once heard a colleague say, "They don't pay me to like the kids." Her response: "Kids don't learn from people they don't like.'" A rousing call to educators to believe in their students and actually connect with them on a real, human, personal level.

40년간 선생님으로 재직한 리타 피어슨은 동료가 "그들은 나한테 아이를 좋아하라고 돈을 지급하지 않아"라고 하는 것을 들은 적이 있습니다. 그러자 그녀는 "아이들은 자신들을 좋아하지 않은 사람들한테 배우고 싶어하지 않아요."라고 응답했습니다. 교육자들에게 깨달음을 주는 스피치로 그녀는 교육자들에게 그들의 학생들을 믿고 그들과 실제로, 인간적으로, 개인적으로 관계맺기를 촉구합니다.

Rita Pierson, maestra durante 40 años, una vez escuchó a una colega decir: "No me pagan para querer a los niños". Su respuesta fue: "Los niños no aprenden de la gente que no les gusta". Un llamado conmovedor para instar a los educadores a creer en sus alumnos y para que se conecten verdaderamente con ellos a nivel personal y humano.

Rita Pierson ist seit 40 Jahren Lehrerin und sie hörte einmal eine ihrer Kolleginnen sagen: "Ich werde nicht dafür bezahlt, nett zu meinen Schülern zu sein." Ihre Antwort darauf: "Kinder lernen nichts von Leuten, die sie nicht mögen." Ein wachrüttelnder Aufruf an alle Lehrer und Erzieher, an die Fähigkeiten ihrer Schüler zu glauben und eine Beziehung zu ihnen aufzubauen, die von Ehrlichkeit, Menschlichkeit und echtem Interesse gezeichnet ist.

Un jour, Rita Pierson, enseignante depuis 40 ans, entend une collègue dire, « Je ne suis pas payée pour aimer les élèves. » Sa réponse : « Les enfants n'apprennent rien des personnes qu'ils n'aiment pas. » Elle appelle avec passion les enseignants à avoir foi en leurs élèves et à établir de vraies relations humaines avec eux, à un niveau personnel.

Rita Pierson, que trabalhou como professora por 40 anos, certa vez ouviu uma colega dizer, "Eles não me pagam para gostar das crianças". Sua resposta? "Crianças não aprendem com pessoas de que elas não gostam". Um chamado aos educadores para que acreditem em seus alunos e conectem-se com eles num nível real, humano, pessoal.

40年の教師経験の中で、リタ･ピアソンにこう言った同僚がいました。「子どもを好きになる手当ては貰っていない」。それに対し彼女は「子どもは嫌いな人から学ばない」と反論します。教育者に向けて、生徒たちを信じ、生徒たちと実際に人間同士のつながりを持つ大切さを語った熱いメッセージです。

Jack Berckemeyer, assistant executive director of NMSA, talks with Rita Pierson about her upcoming speech at the NMSA09 Annual Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana. Rita shares her thoughts on what topics she will cover as the Teacher Luncheon speaker. Rita's vast knowledge in staff motivation, poverty issues, and school climate make Rita a must hear speaker.