Episodes
Dec. 8, 2019
127: Impact beyond the classroom. - Toney Jackson chats with us about making an impact beyond your classroom, exploring everything in education, and why he thinks now is one of the most exciting time
4th grade teacher, poet, and author, Toney Jackson, chats with us about making an impact beyond your classroom, exploring everything in education, and why he thinks now is one of the most exciting times to be a teacher. Tone...
Dec. 4, 2019
126: Finding the fun in teaching. - Adam Renard chats with us about bringing others with you on the adventure, finding the fun in your content, and creating experiences kids love.
Adam Renard chats with us about bringing others with you on the adventure, finding the fun in your content, and creating experiences kids love. Adam shares how to make things more fun, the power of relationships, and why lov...
Dec. 2, 2019
125: Chief Cheerleader of Teaching - Dave Schmittou chats with us about getting out of the way so teachers can try something big, being authentic for the right reasons, and why he calls himself the ch
Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Author, Speaker, and Podcast Host, Dave Schmittou, chats with us about getting out of the way so teachers can try something big, being authentic for the right reasons, and why...
Nov. 29, 2019
AUDIO BLOG - Reflecting On #TeachBetter19
This is an audio version of the blog post, " Reflecting On #TeachBetter19 " Written by Jeff Gargas ( @jeffgargas ). Read by Rae Hughart ( @raehughart ). Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/reflecting-on-teachbetter19 In...
Nov. 27, 2019
124: Be a learner. - Jennifer Appel chats with us about the little things that can have big impacts, staying open-minded, and why we have to keep learning.
Instructional coach, and 21 year veteran teacher, Jennifer Appel, chats with us about the little things that can have big impacts, staying open-minded, and why we have to keep learning. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/jen...
Nov. 26, 2019
123: Personal and Authentic. - Thomas C Murray chats with us about being personal and authentic, and designing learning experiences that impact a lifetime.
Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools, Tom Murray, chats with us about being personal and authentic, and designing learning experiences that impact a lifetime. Tom shares how we can create an environment where peopl...
Nov. 25, 2019
AUDIO BLOG - Why Your District Should Stop Worrying About Missed Days
This is an audio version of the blog post, " Why Your District Should Stop Worrying About Missed Days " Written by Chad Ostrowski ( @chadostrowski ). Read by Jeff Gargas ( @jeffgargas ). Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/b...
Nov. 21, 2019
122: Find the moment and reflect. - William Illingworth chats with us about engaging in the hard topics, admitting when you fail, and the power of finding a moment to reflect.
William Illingworth chats with us about engaging in the hard topics, admitting when you fail, and the power of finding a moment to reflect. William talks about how he is like a 3rd party reflection point, and shares a persona...
Nov. 19, 2019
121: Enjoy the day. - Allyson Apsey chats with us about navigating the challenges and joys of being an educator, being yourself, and making the decision to enjoy the day.
Allyson Apsey chats with us about navigating the challenges and joys of being an educator, being yourself, and making the decision to enjoy the day. Allyson shares why we need to value what our students value, not being afra...
Nov. 17, 2019
120: #TeachBetter19 Recap - Jeff and Rae reflect on the first ever Teach Better Conference
We reflect on the first ever Teach Better Conference. We discuss our favorite moments, give some shoutouts, and let you in on a few secrets for 2020. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/teachbetter19 Episode Highlights 0:55 -...
Nov. 12, 2019
119: Connected, reflective, and unrelenting. - Bryon Carpenter shares why you need to connect with others outside your space, how to always be reflective, and why every obstacles is an opportunity wai
11 year veteran teacher, Bryon Carpenter, chats with is about being unrelenting, connecting with others, and making it your own. Bryon shares why you need to connect with others outside your space, how to always be reflectiv...
Nov. 7, 2019
118: Listen. Reflect. Personalize. - Charles Randolph and Steve Jones chat with us about listening to your students, putting your ego aside, and personalizing learning for everyone.
ISTE STEM Co-Chairs, Charles Randolph and Steven Jones, chat with us about listening to your students, putting your ego aside, and personalizing learning for everyone. We talk about connecting content to real world solutions,...
Nov. 3, 2019
117: ASPIRE To Lead - Joshua Stamper chats with us about relationships, passion projects, and going further to be a leader.
Assistant Principal, and host of the ASPIRE Leadership Podcast, Joshua Stamper, chats with us about relationships, passion projects, and going further to be a leader. Joshua talks about changing the structure of education, lo...
Oct. 31, 2019
116: The Future Is Now - James DiDonato chats with us about preparing students for the future, connecting with your community, and being an educational geek.
Superintendent, James DiDonato, chats with us about preparing students for the future, connecting with your community, and being an educational geek. James talks about keeping our passion and excitement for learning, bringing...
Oct. 28, 2019
115: Belief formation on steroids. - Michael Rousell chats with us about how we can use surprise to change the way our students think about education and themselves.
Teacher, psychologist, and author, Michael Rousell, chats with us about how we can use surprise to change the way our students think about education and themselves. Michael delves into the science of surprise, shares a story...
Oct. 25, 2019
AUDIO BLOG - Waiting to Have "Those Conversations" Is Hurting Students.
This is an audio version of the blog post, " Waiting to Have Those Conversations is Hurting Students " Written by Rae Hughart ( @RaeHughart ). Read by Jeff Gargas ( @jeffgargas ). Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/wai...
Oct. 23, 2019
114: Be unapologetically you. - Becky Schnekser chats with us about teaching science the way it is meant to be taught, have phalange wars with her students, and being unapologetically you.
Educator and explorer, Becky Schnekser, chats with us about teaching science the way it is meant to be taught, have phalange wars with her students, and being unapologetically you. Becky shares why you need to get connected, ...
Oct. 20, 2019
113: You are enough. - Angela Maiers chats with us about changing the world, chasing big dreams, and understanding that you are enough.
Angela Maiers chats with us about changing the world, chasing big dreams, and understanding that you are enough. Angela shares how we can have an impact even if we aren't perfect, the power of daily affirmations, and why the ...
Oct. 19, 2019
AUDIO BLOG - 5 Characteristics of Strong School Leaders
This is an audio version of the blog post, "5 Characteristics of Strong School Leaders" Written by Chad Ostrowski (@ChadOstrowski). Read by Jeff Gargas (@jeffgargas). Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/5-characteristic...
Oct. 16, 2019
112: Good stress. - Mike Washburn chats with us about appreciating people, being fearless, and having "good stress."
Mike Washburn chats with us about appreciating people, being fearless, and having "good stress." Mike shares why it's critical to have realistic expectations, the importance of learning to reflect and grow, and why we need to...
Oct. 14, 2019
111: Being "The Loud One" - Delaney Brummel chats with us about being cool with being "the loud one" in her school, and focusing on keeping things student-centered.
First year teacher, Delaney Brummel, chats with us about being cool with being "the loud one" in her school, helping kids get comfortable sharing failures with each other, and focusing on keeping things student-centered. Dela...
Oct. 10, 2019
110: It's not what you know. - Jason Habisch chats with us about taking care of yourself, being a part of a championship team, and recruiting your own board of advisors.
Jason Habisch chats with us about taking care of yourself, being a part of a championship team, and recruiting your own board of advisors. Jason talks about the power of reflection, leaning into a challenge and learning from ...
Oct. 7, 2019
109: Lifelong Learning. - Jorge Valenzuela chats with us about how a lot of failures equate to small successes, but a lot of little successes lead to bigger successes.
Jorge Valenzuela chats with us about how a lot of failures equate to small successes, but a lot of little successes lead to bigger successes. Jorge shares who you should look to in order to be successful, where true happiness...
Oct. 4, 2019
Strategies to Increase Critical Thinking Skills in students
This is an audio version of the blog post, " Strategies to Increase Critical Thinking Skills in Students " Written by Dr. Matthew X Joseph ( @MatthewXJoseph ). Read by Jeff Gargas ( @jeffgargas ). Read the post at www.teachbe...