Episodes

EP 005 | On this next episode of Making the Grade podcast, Georgia & Christine are back in the classroom talking to 1st-grade teacher of 10 years (& Georgia’s cousin!), Meghan. This episode really gets into it - as passionate as Meg is about what she does, she also gives her hot takes on the struggles she & other educators are facing as an educator, mom & individual. This one is full of authentic moments: from balancing motherhood & teaching, standardized testing, & the little moments that keep...

EP 004 | On this next episode of Making the Grade podcast, Georgia & Christine chat with transitioned teacher Kristen about her unique perspectives as a mom & educator who knows the importance of taking a step back (three times!) from the classroom to reflect & explore. Kristen’s journey is “bumpy” or not linear, and it’s a good reminder for all educators (& individuals) to remember that sometimes our heart can get there before our head does. This conversation covers it all: from Lizzo’s advice...

EP 003 | "I teach, what's your superpower?" This is a phrase that many of us have heard, or have maybe even seen on teacher-themed decor or a gift one of our students gives us during the holidays. When you hear it so often, it loses its meaning-- but on today's episode, Georgia and Christine are talking to Andrea, who seems to embody the phrase all on her own. Andrea, a bilingual Pre-K teacher, joins the conversation with Christine and Georgia about her history in education and how her persona...

EP 001 | In the debut episode of the Making the Grade Podcast, educators Christine and Georgia share their insights on classroom success and the challenges and rewards of teaching. Christine’s personal experience with an exchange program is discussed, providing a unique perspective on education and expanding one’s worldview. Listeners will gain valuable insights from the hosts’ personal experiences as educators and their passion for exploring the different aspects of teaching. Throughout the ep...

EP 002 | On the second episode of Making the Grade podcast, Christine and Georgia talk to Amanda, an international teacher who took a chance and moved from Massachusetts to Southeast Asia to teach kindergarten at an international school. Amanda shares how the international teaching community is welcoming and supportive, and how she found comfort in the similarities between schools around the world. Amanda also discusses her experience teaching at a school for refugees and how education can empo...

Welcome to Making the Grade, an Education podcast for current and former teachers to share notes, define success, and assess their own happiness in the classroom and beyond. We are your hosts, Christine and Georgia. The problems in education may seem endless, but so are the possibilities. Listen, laugh, and leave our episodes empowered. Find your own success as an educator and an individual. Support the show