Podcasts about your school

Truth: Teachers want and need more joy in their life! Truth: It can come in some silly and significant ways if we are strategic about it! In the This Teacher Life season finale, we're wrapping up with a special episode dedicated to helping educators rediscover the joy in their teaching journey on both a personal and professional level. Join us as we dive into six simple yet powerful strategies that can transform the day-to-day experience in the classroom and beyond. Whether you're feeling burnt out or just looking for ways to inject a little more positivity into your routine, this episode is full of fun with special guests Jack Berckemeyer and Rachael McCoy. It's time to take a step back, reflect, and find the joy that's often hidden in the hustle. Tune in and get ready to finish the season feeling inspired and rejuvenated for the next chapter of your teaching journey! AND… prepare your hearts to feel like you are having a conversation with your teacher BFF. Episode Notes:  Get Signed up for the Awesome Academy for Teachers NOW! monicagenta.com/awesomeacademy Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Send us a textIn this powerful follow-up to Episode 122, The Literacy View welcomes Dr. Phil Capin to dig even deeper into the comprehension crisis—and how we move forward. His new article, “Reading Comprehension Instruction: Evaluating Our Progress Since Durkin's Seminal Study,” reveals that despite decades of research, comprehension instruction still falls short in most classrooms.We discuss:Why comprehension instruction remains inconsistentWhat real, research-aligned comprehension instruction looks likeThe systems-level changes that must happen in curriculum, training, and leadershipHow schools and teachers can bridge the knowing–doing gapRead the article:Capin et al. (2024)Quote of the Week:“A substantial gap persists between the reading comprehension practices identified as research-based and those observed in typical practice.” — Capin et al.COMING NEXT WEEK:Trina and Doug return for a LIVE Q&A!Teachers across the country will be joining in to ask questions, share insights, and be part of the movement to elevate comprehension instruction.BREAKING News: A revolutionary breakthrough in dyslexia intervention is HERE!/Dysolve-Created By Dr. Coral HohIt's bold. It's brain-based. It's changing lives.And it's available for schools, districts—and individual families.This is next-level literacy.Listen now. Then email us: FaithandJudy@gmail.comLet's bring this cutting-edge work to YOU!

Special episode alert! In this week’s powerful recording of This Teacher Life, we dive into the heart of education with practical, yet impactful strategies that can transform not only schools but the lives of students and staff alike. We explore actionable ideas that can spark meaningful change in your school environment. From boosting student engagement to fostering a positive school culture, this episode provides real-world solutions to the challenges educators face today. Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, or part of the school support staff, get ready to leave with the motivation and tools to make a lasting difference in the education world. Want AWESOME PD for Your School for Next Year? Let's Make it Happen  monicagenta.com/PD Get Copies of 180 Days of Awesome and All Monica’s Books Here Here: monicagenta.com/books Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Send us a textThe One About…What's Trending? AI and Dyslexia with Dr. Coral HohThe future of AI in education looks more inclusive, accessible, and transformative than ever!Bio:Coral PS Hoh, PhD, is the architect of Dysolve® AI, the first autonomous AI system for dyslexia, a neurological disorder. She holds AI patents for the treatment of language-related disorders. She referees and writes for academic journals and for her column at Psychology Today.Articles:Transforming Dyslexia Education: Dr. Coral Hoh on Dysolve'sAI MagicBY Brent Richard DixonHappy Future AI November 4, 2024https://happyfutureai.com/transforming-dyslexia-education-dr-coral-hoh-on-dysolves-ai-transformation/Dysolve: Using AI To Beat Dyslexia Through Generative GamesRay RavagliaForbes, Mar 2, 2024https://www.forbes.com/sites/rayravaglia/2024/03/02/dysolve-using-ai-to-beat-dyslexia-through-generative-games/   Dysolve: A Breakthrough in the dyslexia crisisIf interested in this revolutionary and cutting-edge product contact FaithandJudy@gmail.com! Support the show“No-BS Literacy View Consulting Services with Judy and Faith are Now Available!”Unlock Unstoppable Success: Bring Faith and Judy's Transformative Consulting to Your School or District Today!Please check out all of our consulting and advertising offerings at- https://theliteracyview.com/servicesYou can also contact us at FaithandJudy@gmail.com

Teachers, would you rather have more sick days or more personal days? I’m sure you have LOTS of opinions and lots of conditional questions before you answer that controversial, difficult question. Well, what if we could use would you rather as an awesome way to equip kids with the skills they need in the future? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life Podcast, we’re tackling one of the most important questions educators face: how do we prepare students of all ages for success in college, careers, and life? We dive into strategies, tips, and real-world advice for helping students develop the skills and mindset they need to thrive, no matter where they are in their educational journey. But we're doing it with a twist! This isn't your typical talk about test scores and lesson plans. Instead, we're remixing a classic game, using it as a fun and interactive tool to spark engaging discussions about crucial life skills like: listening, compassion, empathy, reflection, and more! From decision-making to adaptability, we'll uncover how even the simplest games can be powerful teaching moments. Tune in to hear how to use these creative approaches to make a lasting impact on students and help them tackle the challenges of tomorrow's world. Episode Notes:  Get 180 Full SEL Lessons for Advisory and Morning Meeting- Save Your Plan Time:  monicagenta.com/180SEL Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Send us a textThis episode might challenge everything you once believed! In this evidence-grounded episode, we kick off with Jill Barshay's March 2025 Hechinger Report deep-dive—“Proof Points: Reading Comprehension in the Classroom” (read it here)—which shows teachers spend under 25 percent of their reading block on genuine comprehension work and almost zero time on text-based talk.Doug Petersen and Trina Spencer—classroom teachers turned education scientists and founders of Language Dynamics Group—use those “proof points” as a launchpad to share why they walked away from one-size-fits-none interventions and built something better:❤️ Their evidence-first origin: witnessing multilingual and economically diverse learners get lost in decoding drills led them to found tools (CUBED, PEARL, DYMOND, Story Champs®) rooted in solid research evidence—and designed to be Implementation Ready, not extra paperwork.

Teacher Appreciation Week is the perfect time to show educators just how much they mean to our schools and communities. In this week’s episode of The This Teacher Life, we share six super simple yet meaningful ideas to celebrate and honor teachers during this special week. Whether you’re a parent, administrator, or fellow educator, you’ll find easy and thoughtful ways to spread gratitude, uplift your colleagues, and make a lasting impact. Tune in for creative suggestions that go beyond the usual treats, and discover how small acts of appreciation can make a big difference in a teacher’s day. Episode Notes:  Get Copies of 180 Days of Awesome & Other Awesome Books Here: monicagenta.com/books Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let’s Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Send us a textGuest Bio:Claude Goldenberg is Nomellini & Olivier Professor of Education, emeritus, in the Graduate School of Education at Stanford University. A native of Argentina, his areas of research and professional interest have centered on promoting academic achievement among language minority children and youth. Prior to his arrival at Stanford, Goldenberg was Professor of Teacher Education, Associate Dean of the College of Education, and Executive Director of the Center for Language Minority Education and Research (CLMER) at California State University, Long Beach.Claude Goldenberg's thoughts on the article discussed-“It's propaganda masking as research.” Article Discussed-https://californianstogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/24-Voices-from-the-Field-FINAL-print.pdf“No-BS Literacy View Consulting Services with Judy and Faith are Now Available!”Unlock Unstoppable Success: Bring Faith and Judy's Transformative Consulting to Your School or District Today!Please check out all of our consulting offerings at- Services – The Literacy View. You can also contact us at FaithandJudy@gmail.comYou can also advertise- FaithandJudy@gmail.com Advertising With The Literacy View: Website: Homepage - LTR Tutoring AssociatesEmail Address- McManus.LTR@comcast.net Phone: 603-226-7190Our website includes upcoming public professional development opportunities. We also provide site-based PD. Please contact us for more details. Tumbleweed Publishing-DecodablesLink to order or contact our Friends at Tumbleweed Publishing for their amazing decodables! You can also text or call Christina Rodriguez, the author and publisher directly at (401)441-3353. She will help you with all order related questions.Support the showThe Literacy View is an engaging and inclusive platform encouraging respectful discussion and debate about current issues in education.

Students changing grade levels, changing teachers, and changing buildings can be hard. That is because change is hard! But, when we are proactive about putting plans into place change can be super exciting for kids. If you are looking for ideas on how to level-up your upcoming orientation or strategies’ on how to make your upcoming open-house less stressful, this episode is for you. This Teacher Life episode is packs with hacks on how to host events that decrease fear and frustrations for parents and increase smiles and successes for students. I guarantee by the end you will be SO excited to open the doors for your next school event! Episode Notes:  180 Full SEL Lessons for Advisory and Morning Meeting- Save Your Plan Time:  monicagenta.com/180SEL Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let’s Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

To apply for the job opening or not to apply, that is the question at this point in the year and at this point in education. This is a tough question that nearly every educator faces at some point—do you stay rooted in the classroom, focusing solely on content delivery, or do you pursue leadership roles for broader impact? We'll explore the pros and cons of both paths and challenge the assumptions about what it means to truly make a difference in education. Also hear from special guest Jack Berckemeyer and Monica on what they have done in the past and what they are doing now and how they came to those decisions. And get ready to hear full transparency about NOT getting hired, NOT passing tests, and NOT feeling good about it. Whether you're a classroom teacher, an aspiring leader, or someone just trying to figure out where you stand, this episode is for you. Tune in, and let's unpack where you fall in the ever-evolving world of education! Want AWESOME PD for Your School for Next Year? Let's Make it Happen  monicagenta.com/PD Find Out More About Jack Berckemeyer Here:  jackberckemeyer.com/ Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

There's a poster that should be in every classroom in America. It's called "The Learning Pit" by James Nottingham. The "adult" version of this concept is called the "Dunning- Kruger" effect. Look them up!In this episode, we break down what it all means and how you can implement it in your classroom. It seriously should be in every classroom.This episode was inspired by my conversation with Roni Habib. Check it out here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/branch-speaks/episodes/16--Foster-the-Joy-of-Learning-in-Your-School---w-Roni-Habib--Founder--EQ-Schools--Speaker-e2v2lfd (0:00) Class in session(1:05) Reflecting on my conversation with Roni Habib, and taking high school classes as a middle schooler(5:50) Teaching students who “don't like school”(8:38) The Dunning-Kruger Effect for educators and students, and growth mindset(14:55) I was not a good teacher(15:55) My slope of enlightenment was…(18:10) An inspiring school in Mexico(21:30) The Learning Pit poster should be in all schools(23:40) Netflix's Adolescence(25:50) Final thoughts on EQ - emotional intelligenceContribute to our Dance-a-thon fundraiser: https://charity.pledgeit.org/EFC-DanceAThon Join our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345 Email us questions and comments at totmpod100@gmail.com Create your own mask anonymously at https://millionmask.org/ ---Connect with Ashanti Branch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksTwitter: https://twitter.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/---Support the podcast and the work of the Ever Forward Club: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/support ---Connect with Ever Forward Club:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubTwitter: https://twitter.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/

Get ready to roll with laughter and learning in this fun-filled episode. This idea is shaking up the typical classroom routine with a Yahtzee dice challenge that's sure to make your students take a chance on changing behaviors in a good way! Join us as we reveal how to set up a competitive game that not only scores big on fun but also encourages positive behaviors and cuts down on the stress for you, the teacher. From rolling dice to rolling in the good vibes, this episode of the This Teacher Life is packed with tips, tricks, and a whole lot of game-changing ideas to keep your classroom engaged, motivated, and having a blast. Whether you're a Yahtzee pro or a total beginner, we've got all the steps to make this a winning strategy for you and your students. Tune in, and let's make learning a Lotzee fun! Episode Notes:  Last Call to Join the Crushing It for Kids Course and Earn Up to 15 Hours of PD Credit:  monicagenta.com/courses Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

What if you could throw a party in your classroom everyday? And this party wouldn’t be any work, it wouldn’t create chaos, and the party wouldn’t cost anything. Would you want to be a part of it? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast I explain how all kids can be a part of a party, they just have to listen. This simple idea has caused 100% of students to listen and that means they are learning, because listening is a sign of engagement! What a teacher win! Want one hint on what the idea involves? A bell. Episode Notes:  Want TONS more ideas like this? Join the Crushing It for Kids Course and Earn Up to 15 Hours of PD Credit:  monicagenta.com/courses Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

When a journalist was accidentally added to a Signal chat that disclosed sensitive war plans, a controversy erupted about our national security. On this week's On the Media, a look at how right-wing media is processing “Signalgate.” Plus, why Donald Trump is calling himself the crypto president.[01:00] Host Micah Loewinger speaks with Will Sommer, a senior reporter at the Bulwark, about the controversy surrounding “Signalgate,” or when The Atlantic's Editor-in-Chief got added to a Signal group chat in which Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared detailed plans for bombing Houthi militants. They discuss the response from the Trump administration, and how rightwing media have been covering the scandal. [17:24] Host Brooke Gladstone sits down with Jennifer Berkshire, co-author of The Education Wars, to explore President Trump's plan to dismantle the Department of Education. Plus, why MAGA-backed school voucher programs have been met with fierce opposition from conservatives in red states.[33:32] Host Micah Loewinger chats with Jacob Silverman, who covers tech, crypto, politics, and corruption, and co-authored Easy Money: Cryptocurrency, Casino Capitalism, and the Golden Age of Fraud, about President Trump's seismic shift from criticizing crypto to naming himself the “Crypto President” and launching a $TRUMP memecoin. Further reading:“Cruel to Your School,” by Jennifer Berkshire“The Strange Bedfellows Fighting School Vouchers,” by Jennifer Berkshire“In Red States, Rural Voters Are Leading the Resistance to School Vouchers.” by Jennifer Berkshire“The President Took A $75 Million Bribe And We All Saw It,” by Jacob SilvermanEasy Money: Cryptocurrency, Casino Capitalism, and the Golden Age of Fraud by Jacob Silverman On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today (https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm). Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org.

What if I told you Doritos could be so dynamic in your classroom and you wouldn’t even need to buy a bag!? In this week’s fun and unexpected episode of the The This Teacher life podcast , we dive into the power of humor, creativity, and dynamic discussion in the classroom! We explore how a simple bag of Doritos can unlock laughter and enhance student engagement in ways you've never imagined. From rigor and relationships t to encouraging creative thinking, Doritos can be the perfect catalyst for conversation and impactful lessons. We'll discuss unconventional teaching strategies, share real-life classroom examples, and break down how incorporating playfulness and surprise into your teaching style can lead to better learning outcomes, especially for social-emotional learning! Get ready to see your classroom curriculum in a whole new light simply by asking this…. Episode Notes:  Get 180 Full SEL Lessons for Advisory and Morning Meeting- Save Your Plan Time:  monicagenta.com/180SEL Crush it for Kids in April with This Virtual Course Filled with TONS of Simple Ideas: monicagenta.com/courses Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

What is the difference between an MVP and an MPP? Curious what this means and how it can create conversation in your classroom? I’ve got you covered! In this episode of the This Teacher Life podcast, we explore how one simple question can spark meaningful engagement and foster a positive, emotionally connected classroom environment. We'll discuss how this strategy can be a game-changer for fostering relationships, promoting self-reflection, and improving classroom dynamics. Learn how to integrate this powerful, simple lesson into your classroom and create a space where students feel seen, heard, and eager to contribute. This episode offers practical tips for teachers looking to make SEL a core part of their teaching approach and transform their classroom into a thriving, empathetic community. You can be the MVT after trying this idea! Episode Notes:  Get 180 FULL SEL Lessons to Engage Your Students Here: monicagenta.com/180SEL Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

In this episode we’re diving into two easy-to-implement, fun strategies that can transform the climate and culture of your school staff. If you’re looking for creative, low-cost ways to boost morale, strengthen relationships, and create a more connected team, this episode is for you! We'll explore two practical activities that not only enhance communication and collaboration but also infuse your school with positivity and energy. Whether you're a teacher, principal, or school leader, you'll walk away with actionable ideas that are sure to make your staff feel more supported, valued, and motivated. Join us for this quick burst of inspiration—because creating a thriving school culture should be both effective and fun! PS- Christina Aguilera’s Genie and a Bottle and competitive team names like The Bowlshitters are discussed Episode Notes:  Want AWESOME PD for Your School for Next Year? Let’s Make it Happen  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

In this episode of The Upgraded Life, Dr. Nick Sotelo sits down with Dr. George Maurer to discuss the contentious topic of Critical Race Theory (CRT). They delve into what CRT is, its influence on education, and how it impacts society. Dr. Maurer shares insights from his book "Critical Race Theory in Your School, How to Fight Back" and offers practical advice for parents concerned about the presence of CRT in schools. Join them as they explore the nuances and implications of this critical phase in education and society.Links Mentioned: Dr. George Maurer's Book:Critical Race Theory in Your School, How to Fight Back Conquer Anger Blueprint Call with Dr. Nick Sotelo:Stop Anger Today Income Armor and the Gold Rush Workshops:Income Armory

In this episode, returning guest Katie Kinder joins Dr. Darrin Peppard for a behind-the-scenes look at their upcoming book, Culture First Classrooms: Leadership, Relationships, and Practices that Transform Schools. They dive into the journey of co-authoring a book, the power of classroom culture, and how fostering strong relationships transformsschools.Katie and Darrin share personal stories about their paths as educators, what led them to co-write this book, and how they selected 21 amazing contributors to share their insights. They also explore why great teaching is an art, not a formula, and how school leaders can support teachers in building a culture-first approach to education.Key Takeaways:✅ Culture comes first—without strong relationships and a supportive environment, no initiative will thrive.✅ Teaching is artistry—there's no single way to be effective, and great educators bring energy, fun, and connection to their work.✅ Leadership impacts everything—when educators feel empowered and valued, they take more risks and push students to succeed.✅ This book is a lifeline—it's filled with real, actionable insights from educators leading the way in post-pandemic classrooms.About Katie Kinder:Katie Kinder, author of Untold Teaching Truths and Hallway Leadership, is a passionate professional learning facilitator and education advocate. With nearly two decades in education, she inspires and equips teachers with real strategies to hook students from day one. A former Teacher of the Year and Top Five District Finalist, Katie brings energy, authenticity, and a deep love for educators everywhere.Connect with Katie Kinder:

Needing or wanting 3 extremely easy and practical solutions to solve today’s problems in schools? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast, we tackle two of the biggest stressors teachers face—apathy and attendance—and how they're affecting classrooms everywhere. From students who just don't seem to care, to the endless challenges of getting them to show up, we'll explore practical solutions that can make a real difference. Tune in for fresh, fun ideas to boost engagement, increase attendance, and make your school days a whole lot smoother! And spoiler alert… this idea DOES NOT involve burping up ANOTHER binder! Episode Notes:  Get 180 FULL SEL Lessons to Improve Apathy & Attendance in Your School:  monicagenta.com/180SEL Students Refusing to Work? Check out this Management Solution: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Classroom-Management-Behavior-Management-Increase-Success-Decrease-Stress-11500061 Wanting AWESOME PD for Your Whole School?  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Join us as we listen in to Miriam Plotinsky and all about her teaching perspective. Throughout this episode you will here how Miriam Plotinsky has used he knowledge in and out of the classroom in order to develop tips and tricks for teachers. Quotables *All quotes are from interviewee* " The collective expertise that we all share for whatever our advantage point is what can get us the result that we want if we just learned to embrace that." "If you hold yourself to this impossible standard you're never going to be able to last in teaching." "Anything you do with consistency will work you just have to keep doing it." All about Miriam Plotinsky Miriam Plotinsky is an instructional specialist with Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland and the author of several education books: Teach More, Hover Less: How to Stop Micromanaging Your Secondary Classroom, Lead Like a Teacher: How to Elevate Expertise in Your School and Writing Their Future Selves: Instructional Strategies to Affirm Student Identity (W.W. Norton), as well as the forthcoming Small but Mighty: How Everyday Habits Add Up to More Manageable and Confident Teaching (ASCD). She is also a National Board-certified teacher with additional certification in administration and supervision. Connect with Miriam Plotinsky @MirPloMCPS https://miriamplotinsky.com/ Join the Always A Lesson Newsletter Join here and grab a freebie! Connect with Gretchen Email: gretchen@alwaysalesson.com Blog: Always A Lesson Facebook: Always A Lesson Twitter: @gschultek Instagram: Always.A.Lesson Linkedin: Gretchen Schultek Bridgers Book: Elementary EDUC 101: What They Didn't Teach You in College Gretchen's latest book, Always a Lesson: Teacher Essentials for Classroom and Career Success, is now available on Amazon. Leave a Rating and Review: This helps my show remain active in order to continue to help other educators remain empowered in a career that has a long-lasting effect on our future. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/always-lessons-empowering/id1006433135?mt=2 Search for my show on iTunes or Stitcher. Click on ‘Ratings and Reviews.' Under ‘Customer Reviews,' click on “Write a Review.” Sign in with your iTunes or Stitcher log-in info Leave a Rating: Tap the greyed out stars (5 being the best) Leave a Review: Type in a Title and Description of your thoughts on my

What if we told you that one of the simplest and strangest ideas could completely transform your classroom dynamics? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast, we're diving into a “really dumb idea” that sounds too easy to be effective—but trust us, it works wonders, and all you need is one notecard. Whether you’re struggling with student engagement, participation, or simply finding new ways to connect with your learners, this idea is a game-changer. No fancy technology. No complex strategies. Just a notecard and a little creativity. Plus, we'll share real classroom stories from teachers who've implemented this “dumb” idea and seen huge results. It's simple, effective, and totally works—you'll wonder why you didn't think of it sooner! Ready for a fun, low-prep technique that can shift your classroom dynamics? Grab that notecard, and let's dive in! Episode Notes: Join the Game Changers Course and Get TONS of Engaging Classroom Ideas: monicagenta.com/courses/ Check Out the Lesson/Lab Resource Scanner System Bundle Here Right Here: monicagenta.com/scienceshop Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Needing Engaging, Relevant, Fun PD at Your School? Let's Connect:  http://monicagenta.com/pd Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Looking for a simple, yet powerful tool to boost student participation and spark creativity in your classroom? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast, we reveal how you can transform classroom discussions and interactions with just one small, unexpected tool—a dice! We know that getting all students engaged in the lesson can feel like a challenge, especially when some students are hesitant to speak up or take risks. But with a little creativity and a dice in hand, you can create an environment where every student feels encouraged to contribute, ask insightful questions, and actively participate in the learning process. Join us as we explore fun and effective dice-based strategies to: Get every student involved, no matter their personality or comfort level. Turn simple questions into powerful, thought-provoking classroom discussions. Foster a culture of curiosity, critical thinking, and inclusivity. Energize your lessons with a dose of unpredictability and fun! This episode is packed with actionable tips, real-world examples, and a few dice-related activities that will keep your students thinking and engaged. Whether you teach elementary, middle school, or high school, these techniques are flexible and easy to implement right away. Tune in and discover how something as simple as a dice can lead to big changes in classroom participation, engagement, and question-asking—without the stress or pressure of traditional “cold calling.” Let's roll the dice and level up your teaching! Episode Notes: Learn 100's of Classroom Engagement and Motivation Ideas in the Game Changers Course: monicagenta.com/courses/ Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Needing Engaging, Relevant, Fun PD at Your School? Let's Connect:  http://monicagenta.com/pd Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

When your students are done with a classroom assignment or project do they immediately engage in another meaningful task? OR do students get on a device and start finding their way to YouTube or other tech tasks? How can we get kids motivated, engaged, and excited about defaulting to increasing their literacy levels? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast I give all the details of a new idea I’m implementing in my class this year. This teacher hack has even earned kids money because I’m even paying them to participate! Curious of what I’ve cooked up and how it could work in your classroom? Come check out the episode! Episode Notes:  Get 180 FULL SEL Lessons in 180 Days of Awesome SEL Curriculum:  monicagenta.com/180SEL Needing Some Help with SEL at Your School? Let's Connect: monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Join me as I share the 4 best books I read this year—stories that captivated, inspired, and stayed with me long after the final page! And PS- every single one of the best books connects PERFECTLY to the classroom without even being books about education! Whether you’re looking for your next great read or just want to hear what made my list, this episode has something for every teacher! Episode Notes:  Get Your Copy of 365 Days of Awesome Here: https://monicagenta.com/365-2 Needing Some Help with SEL at Your School? Let's Connect: monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Teacher Truth: Paper assignments are easy to create, but often create less engagement. Additional Teacher Truth: hands on activities are harder to create, but often create WAY more engagement. Which brings us to the big question, how can we get all kids excited about real-world learning without spending every single second of our “free time” on creating those moments? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast we look at TONS of examples of actual student problems that can transformed into amazing labs and lessons. Resources, class questions, structures, solutions, examples, and ideas are going to pour out in this short and sweet episode. Episode Notes:  Get TONS of Engaging Science Resources Right Here: monicagenta.com/scienceshop Needing Some Help with SEL at Your School? Let's Connect: monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Liz Kleinrock is an antiracist and antibias educator and author of What Jewish Looks Like, a book for young readers co-authored with Caroline Kusin Prichard and illustrated by Iris Gottlieb. Her previous books include Start Here, Start Now: A Guide to Antibias and Antiracist Work in Your School; Eyes that Weave the World's Wonders; and Come and Join Us! 18 Holidays Celebrated All Year Long. Co-hosts: Jonathan Friedmann & Joey Angel-Field Producer-engineer: Mike Tomren What Jewish Looks Likehttps://www.harpercollins.com/products/what-jewish-looks-like-liz-kleinrockcaroline-kusin-pritchard?variant=41365154332706 Liz's websitehttps://www.lizkleinrock.com/ Teach and Transformhttps://www.teachandtransform.org/ Liz's TED Talkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9-urSR19SI Amusing Jews Merch Storehttps://www.amusingjews.com/merch#!/ Subscribe to the Amusing Jews podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/show/amusing-jews Adat Chaverim – Congregation for Humanistic Judaism, Los Angeleshttps://www.humanisticjudaismla.org/ Jewish Museum of the American Westhttps://www.jmaw.org/ Atheists United Studioshttps://www.atheistsunited.org/au-studios

Ep 447 - Nintendo just shadow dropped their own music player. Concord won't be making a comeback, and we share our impressions of Dragon Age, the new Call of Duty, and the Vampire Survivors Castlevania expansion. (0:00) - Intro (5:10) - Nintendo Music Shadow Drop (32:34) - Sony Shuts Down Concord Studio (54:26) - Ubisoft's NFT Game (1:01:31) - Dragon Age: The Veilguard Impressions (1:29:32) - Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Impressions (1:46:40) - Vampire Survivors: Ode to Castlevania Impressions (1:59:16) - Alan Wake 2: The Lake House Impressions (2:02:43) - Top 10 Scary Sounds (2:15:41) - Also This Week (2:30:55) - L&R: Developers at Your School (2:32:44) - L&R: Road Trip Plans (2:36:40) - L&R: Only You Remember (2:42:57) - Bets (2:49:41) - Closing

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Jeff and Steven McDonald of Redd Kross about the band's 45 year history, new documentary, book and latest album.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Redd Kross, "Candy Coloured Catastrophe," Redd Kross, In The Red, 2024Redd Kross, "Born Innocent," Redd Kross, In The Red, 2024The Beach Boys, "Be True to Your School," Little Deuce Coup, Capitol, 1963Redd Kross, "I Hate My School," Red Cross, Posh Boy, 1980Redd Kross, "Annette's Got the Hits," Red Cross, Posh Boy, 1980Redd Kross, "Blow You a Kiss in the Wind," Teen Babes from Monsanto, Gasatanka, 1984Redd Kross, "Annie's Gone," Third Eye, Atlantic, 1990Redd Kross, "I Don't Know How to Be Your Friend," Third Eye, Atlantic, 1990Redd Kross, "It's the Little Things," Neurotica, Smoke 7, 1982Redd Kross, "Look on Up at the Bottom," Born Innocent, Merge, 2012Redd Kross, "Stay Away from Downtown," Researching the Blues, Merge, 2012Redd Kross, "Beyond the Door," Researching the Blues, Merge, 2019Redd Kross, "Good Times Propaganda Band," Redd Kross, In The Red, 2024Redd Kross, "The Main Attraction," Redd Kross, In The Red, 2024Florence + The Machine, "Which Witch (Demo) [Bonus Track]," How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful, Island, 2015See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Show NotesBill Stites introduces Alek Duba, in this episode of Talking Technology with ATLIS, highlighting his pivotal role at Montclair Kimberley Academy and his journey from teaching to tech leadership. Alek shares his experience with the ATLIS Leadership Institute (ALI) and the importance of building relationships within the independent school tech community. The discussion delves into overcoming challenges in tech implementation, balancing work and personal life, and the role of technology in supporting DEI initiatives. Alek offers valuable advice for aspiring tech leaders, emphasizing the power of collaboration and continuous learning.ResourcesThree's Company, Veracross consulting groupVeracross, student information systemMontclair Kimberley AcademyTech Leadership Roles: Making First Impressions, ATLIS Leadership Institute (ALI) Research and Development ProjectGender Inclusive Forms and Your School's Information Systems, blog post from williamstites.netHario "vector 60" V60 coffee filter system

How is behavior managed in your school? Would you say it is more proactive or reactive? When it comes to school culture, nothing building positive climate better than parties over punishment. But how can we celebrate students in a way that gets kids motivated to make the right behavioral choices? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast we tackle the word RESPECT and how that can set the tone for the whole year. Don’t miss this simple, structured idea to create smiles from staff and students! Episode Notes:  Get 180 FULL SEL Lessons in 180 Days of Awesome SEL Curriculum:  monicagenta.com/180SEL Needing Some Help with SEL at Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

It's a Fresno State-themed podcast as former Bulldogs teammates Zach Morgan and Andrew Kachel discuss baseball in the valley, playing for the team you grew up rooting for, and the baseball friendships made along the way.There R Giants is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Intro/Outro: “Be True to Your School” by The Beach Boys This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rogermunter.substack.com/subscribe

How are you currently feeling in your position in education? Do you feel like you are supported as staff? Do you feel like your kids are supported as students? Sometimes all our school needs is a little social-emotional support for everybody! But how do we do that? In this episode I dive into some ideas that I’m using as a K-12 SEL teacher. I’m confident they can easily be applied to your current position and it will bring positivity, purpose, and passion back to your people! Episode Notes:  Get 180 FULL SEL Lessons in 180 Days of Awesome SEL Curriculum:  monicagenta.com/180SEL Needing Some Help with SEL at Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

When was the last time you asked students questions like… What do you really want teachers to know about you? What would you say to your teachers if you knew they would listen without judgement? What can I do in this classroom this year to help decrease your frustration and increase your engagement. Yes, kids want things like snacks, snapchat, and to sleep in class. But kids actually want WAY different things then that too and their results to these questions are surprisingly reasonable. In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast I give you all the details of a transparent conversation I had with my students that totally worked. It is easy to replicate and once you have the roadmap, I promise it will create positive momentum for the rest of the school year. Episode Notes:  LAST CALL for the Awesome Academy Fun, Flexible Teacher Courses Get Signed Up Today: monicagenta.com/awesomeacademy Get 180 Fully Planned SEL Lessons Right Here: monicagenta.com/180SEL Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

How are you currently handling the stress, emotions, and frustrations of education? How are you currently handling the celebrations, smiles, and successes of education? And maybe the biggest, best question yet, how can we balance those two sets of very different emotions? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast we dive into 2 unpopular teacher opinions about teaching being “easy” and what “good teaching” really looks like. The ideas packed in here about routines, results, and ruts are really going to blow your mind and shed some light on the simplicity of schools and how we can have our best year yet. This is a don’t miss episode for sure! Episode Notes:  LAST CALL for the Awesome Academy Fun, Flexible Teacher Courses Get Signed Up Today: monicagenta.com/awesomeacademy Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Really dumb ideas can be SO dynamic! But why share “dumb” ideas? Because SPOILER ALERT… they work! I think ideas that take no prep, require no lesson plan, and cost nothing are exactly the kind of thing we are looking for this school year. In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast I explain a super simple strategy that kids have declared as the GOAT- Greatest of All Time. And you can use this in ANY subject area, remix it in so many fun ways, and it takes literally no time to implement. Curious what it is? Take a listen and I promise you won’t regret it! Episode Notes:  Want TONS more Awesome Ideas? Join the Awesome Academy and Earn Up to 60 Hours of PD Credit:  monicagenta.com/awesomeacademy Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Want this school year to be your best UNO yet? Sometimes things like classroom management and behavior management cam bog us down. But what if I told you this year can totally be flipped over in a good way?! What if there was one simple way to increase participation, decrease disrespect, get 100% of students organized, and have SO much fun. And all you need for it is a deck of Uno cards? This is not too good to be true and I'm confident after you listen to this week's episode of the This Teacher Life podcast you will be so flipping excited! Welcome to the season premiere! Episode Notes:  Earn up to 60 Hours of PD Credit in the Awesome Academy Fun, Flexible Teacher Courses: monicagenta.com/awesomeacademy Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Looking for ONE classroom idea that could make your spring awesome? You are in the right place. In this episode we will take a deck of Uno cards and show you how to: increase student motivation, decrease problematic behaviors, boost classroom camaraderie, and create SO much fun. Literally all you need to implement this super simple, but super effective idea is a deck of uno cards and a classroom of kids. I promise you will want to implement this idea immediately! Episode Notes:  Earn up to 60 Hours of PD Credit in the Awesome Academy Fun, Flexible Teacher Courses: monicagenta.com/awesomeacademy Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Looking for Free Classroom Resources to land in Your Inbox This summer? https://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Critical Race Theory In Our Schools Dr. George Maurer part 2Critical Race Theory, or commonly referred to as CRT, has been in the news a lot recently. One thing is certain, CRT has totally infiltrated our education system… When confronted, education leaders will deny it is impacting education – and in a lot of cases, they blatantly say it is not being taught at all… As a parent or grandparent who is trying to find out about what IS being taught on Critical Race Theory, it's almost impossible to find the information you are looking for. Why? Because the powers that be do not want you to understand what it is. It takes someone who knows how to navigate those dangerous waters to be able to go in, find out what's happening and then come back and report on it. That is what our guest today has accomplished. Dr. George Maurer is an award-winning broadcast journalist with more than 35 years of experience. He's a retired Air Force Master Sergeant who deployed to Iraq during the Global War on Terrorism. He also served overseas in Japan, Korea, the Portuguese Azores, and Alaska. For his final assignment, he served in the Pentagon Press Briefing Room alongside all major news organizations. He's interviewed top defense officials such as Secretary of Defense Robert Gates and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Michael Mullen as well as rock stars like Sammy Hagar and Pat Benatar. During his career, he covered a wide range of major events such as the first military tribunals of enemy combatants at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and the Super Bowl. He is also the author of an expose' book titled, “Critical Race Theory in Your School.” In this book, he provides YOU, the average parent or grandparent, vital information to identify IF CRT is being taught and what you can do about it! Amen! In this book, he provides you some “key words” to be watching out for and how you can then use that information to your advantage. To share some great insights into exposing CRT and what you can do to fight it in your school district, help me welcome to the program, Dr. George Maurer. This is part two to a great conversation with Dr. Geroge Maurer!One section of your book jumped out at me that I'd like to share. You were discussing an interview you watched with a Dr. Cardona on a television program called, “The View.” On this show he was asked, point blank, if CRT was being taught at any grade level in the public school and he answered “no.” He was then asked if it was being taught “anywhere.” You said as he answered the question “NO” he broke the gaze with the host and was looking down and to the left. You picked up on that as being deceptive. As a retired police officer, I've had the opportunity to take several interrogation classes and have conducted numerous interrogations at one level or another over my time in law enforcement. I can definitely say, if someone is “trying to remember” something… they will usually look “up and to the right.” And, if they are trying to deceive or avoid the question, you were correct in your assumption that they will look, “down and to the left.” This is NOT 100% accurate… in law enforcement, we call it a “clue” they may not be telling the truth… and it keys us into an area that we need to ask more probing questions, etc. In your book, “Critical Race Theory in Your School,” you discuss this is not a new tactic but actually started with Rush Limbaugh and Lars Larson radio shows where these talking points would be called in by liberal operatives. Explain that information for us… Some school districts will say they are not teaching CRT, but

Critical Race Theory In Our Schools Dr. George Maurer part 1Critical Race Theory, or commonly referred to as CRT, has been in the news a lot recently. One thing is certain, CRT has totally infiltrated our education system… When confronted, education leaders will deny it is impacting education – and in a lot of cases, they blatantly say it is not being taught at all… As a parent or grandparent who is trying to find out about what IS being taught on Critical Race Theory, it's almost impossible to find the information you are looking for. Why? Because the powers that be do not want you to understand what it is. It takes someone who knows how to navigate those dangerous waters to be able to go in, find out what's happening and then come back and report on it. That is what our guest today has accomplished. Dr. George Maurer is an award-winning broadcast journalist with more than 35 years of experience. He's a retired Air Force Master Sergeant who deployed to Iraq during the Global War on Terrorism. He also served overseas in Japan, Korea, the Portuguese Azores, and Alaska. For his final assignment, he served in the Pentagon Press Briefing Room alongside all major news organizations. He's interviewed top defense officials such as Secretary of Defense Robert Gates and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Michael Mullen as well as rock stars like Sammy Hagar and Pat Benatar. During his career, he covered a wide range of major events such as the first military tribunals of enemy combatants at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and the Super Bowl. He is also the author of an expose' book titled, “Critical Race Theory in Your School.” In this book, he provides YOU, the average parent or grandparent, vital information to identify IF CRT is being taught and what you can do about it! Amen! In this book, he provides you some “key words” to be watching out for and how you can then use that information to your advantage. To share some great insights into exposing CRT and what you can do to fight it in your school district, help me welcome to the program, Dr. George Maurer. Dr. Maurer, thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to join us today. I do appreciate it. First question I always start with is this… other than that brief information I just shared, can you tell us in your own words, “Who is Dr. George Maurer?” How did you get involved with this CRT stuff in the beginning? What was the spark that started all of this, with the book and everything? You share about CRT in the classroom, did you also see it in the military? How did this get started? I know it had to come from the politicians and the teachers unions, but WHY? CONTACT INFORMATON: Email: george@gsmaurer.com Facebook: Critical Race Theory in Your School: How to Fight Back by Dr George Maurer Book: “Critical Race Theory in Your School” – on Amazon

Last year was your classroom a tornado of disorganized, disrespectful, or disengaged students? Is your teacher heart currently a tsunami of frustration, fear, or  freaking stressed? If you said YES to any of that I hear you. And I have the exact strategy to solve it! In this episode of the This Teacher Life podcast I share a super simple classroom management hack that will make the start of this school year awesome. I'm confident you will be clapping and praising the profession when you try this hack with your students! Episode Notes:  Get TONS of Awesome Classroom Management Ideas Here:  monicagenta.com/awesomeacademy Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Looking for Free Classroom Resources to land in Your Inbox This summer? https://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Do you have a sharpie marker in your classroom?  If so, I've got an engaging idea for you! Do you have even one piece of technology in your classroom? If so, I've got an engaging idea for you. Do you have students in your classroom for at least 1 minute? Of course you do! So, I've for an engaging idea for you. 3 ideas will come your way in this episode that is all about being a Game Changer for kids. If you are looking for ways to boost student engagement and increase student motivation, this episode is for you! Episode Notes:  Get 180 FULL SEL Lessons in 180 Days of Awesome SEL Curriculum:  monicagenta.com/180SEL Earn up to 60 Hours of PD Credit in the Fun, Flexible Courses in the Awesome Academy:  monicagenta.com/awesomeacademy Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Looking for Free Classroom Resources to land in Your Inbox This summer? https://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

We know as teachers that classroom management is essential, but we also understand that it can be very difficult. Sometimes students are defiant. Sometimes students don't want to work. Sometimes students are antsy and energetic. Sometimes this causes stress and struggles in school. But what if there was a simple solution to create a classroom where things were both predictable and positive? In this week's episode of the This Teacher Life we tackle all of this and more to help get your classroom culture headed in the right direction from the whole year! Episode Notes:  Join the Awesome Academy for This School Year Here:  monicagenta.com/awesomeacademy Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Looking for Free Classroom Resources to land in Your Inbox This summer? https://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Looking for ways to not let one student or one class period ruin your whole day? I've got an idea. Looking for ways to not feel super overwhelmed with all the extra roles and responsibilities of this year? I've got an idea. Looking for ways to balance or separate home life and teacher life? I've got an idea. This episode is all about answer the top 3 biggest questions that we as busy, stressed teachers have this year. And all 3 of these answers could totally surprise you and totally revive you! Episode Notes:  Earn up to 60 Hours of PD Credit in the Fun, Flexible Courses in the Awesome Academy:  monicagenta.com/awesomeacademy Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Looking for Free Classroom Resources to land in Your Inbox This summer? https://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Spoiler alert: I am sharing an idea that has created a MAJOR decrease in classroom issues. The term “classroom management” is thrown around a lot. We had whole classes dedicated to it in undergrad. Our principals talk about it in our evaluations. And these days some teachers are even saying we need to “ditch it.” Some educators believe that classroom management “isn't needed” if we just have classroom respect. What do you think? Well, in this episode I give my 2 cents on classroom management AND dish out my all time FAVORITE idea on how I manage my own students. And all you need is a deck of cards. Episode Notes:  Want Some Awesome Teacher Books for Summer Reading? monicagenta.com/books Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Looking for Free Classroom Resources to land in Your Inbox This summer? https://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Parent-Teacher conferences can be a little stressful for both the parents and the teacher. Often times they take a lot of time and effort. Often times the parents don't even show up! But what if I told you there was a structure and a strategy that would change all of that? In this episode you will hear about WHAT I call my conferences, HOW I am proactive about them, WHO is actually at the table, and WHY I get parents to sign up AND show up. I'm confident if you implement this easy plan you will have the best conferences of your career! Episode Notes:  Get 180 Days of Awesome SEL Curriculum Here: monicagenta.com/180SEL Want Access to the Whole Raisin Reunion Bundle? Get it Right Here Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Sometimes the silliest ideas end up being the most strategic ideas! So let me ask you, how is classroom management going in your teacher life right now? Are students getting disorganized? Are students struggling to keep their hands to themselves? Are students simply not turning in work? If you are looking for a solution to solve common teacher problems you are in the right place. On this week's episode of the This Teacher Life podcast we dive into one of the dumbest things I've ever done, but the good news is… it TOTALLY works! It takes no time to prep because all you need is a pen! Trust me, you are going to love this new classroom competition. Episode Notes: Don't Miss the Awesome Academy Where You Will Learn SO Many Engaging Classroom Ideas: monicagenta.com/awesomeacademy Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Needing Engaging, Relevant, Fun PD at Your School? Let's Connect:  http://monicagenta.com/pd Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Over 55% of educators admit to considering  a career change. Are you thinking about leaving teaching? Are you wanting to say goodbye to education? Am I contemplating quitting this year too? In this episode you will find out what you need to do, say, or think before making this big decision. By the end you will know what path is the right path for you, for your purpose, and for your profession. Episode Notes:  Want Some Awesome Teacher Books for Summer Reading? monicagenta.com/books Looking for Free Classroom Resources to land in Your Inbox This summer? https://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

This is not what I thought this school year was going to look like…. That is a statement that has been said by nearly every teacher this year and we are heart-broken about it. If you are struggled to get your footing this year… If you felt this year was your hardest in education to date…. If you are need a big boost…. Then this episode is for you because it's all about setting realistic expectations for ourselves as teachers. We don't have control of everything, but we do have control over what we expect of ourselves as educators. Episode Notes:  Looking for Free Classroom Resources to land in Your Inbox This summer? https://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Do you have a door to your classroom?  If so, I've got an engaging idea for you! Do you want to keep kids quiet at the right times? If so, I've got an engaging idea for you. Do you want students engaging rather than staring at the wall? Of course you do! So, I've for an engaging idea for you. 3 ideas will come your way in this episode that is all about being a Game Changer for kids. If you are looking for ways to boost student engagement and increase student motivation, this episode is for you! Episode Notes:  Check out the Awesome Battle Brackets Here: monicagenta.com/brackets Looking for Classroom Resources to land in Your Inbox This summer? https://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Get a free PDF copy of Monica's Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed