Episodes

Brianna Shaner chats with us about staying true to yourself, stepping outside of your comfort zone, and looking for your "mic drop moments." Brianna talks about trying new things, the importance of focusing on your strengths, and why we all need to embrace the "suck." More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/briannashaner Episode Highlights 0:32 - Shoutout to Rachelle Dene Poth for Rae's descriptive word. Check out Rachelle on Episode 89! 1:16 - Talking about the craziness of the start of the yea...

Author, speaker, and dreamer, Amanda Fox, chats with us about the importance of recalibrating after a failure, building relationships for the foundation of how we help students, and how to make sure technology is for our students, not just us. Amanda talks us through AR and VR in education, how we need to really think through the problems we're trying to solve, and why you should surround yourself with dreamers. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/amandafox Episode Highlights 1:15 - Talking a...

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Breaking Down Why District Initiatives Break Down" Written by Chad Ostrowski (@chadostrowski). Read by Rae Hughart (@raehughart) Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/breaking-down-why-district-initiatives-break-down/ In This Post: The sad truth is, most district initiatives fail. There are common mistakes that are typically to blame for district initiatives failing, and they can be avoided. Start small, plan long-term, involve all stakeholders...

Stefanie Crawford chats with us about gamification, knowing that you're good enough, and being okay with asking for help. Stefanie discusses the importance of building a PLN and actually utilizing it, how your role is bigger than your title, and why she is excited for the rethinking of the traditional school model. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/stefaniecrawford Episode Highlights 1:51 - Highlighting podcasts you can use to declutter your head as the new school year approaches Ask Adam ...

Teacher, author, consultant, and ISTE Making IT Happen Award winner, Rachelle Dene Poth, chats with us about exploring AR/VR, why she feels like her job is relaxing, and how she sees Artificial Intelligence potentially impacting education. Rachelle shares her love of learning, the reason she gets excited about every new day, and why you do not need to teach whatever it is you think you need to teach on the first day of school. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/rachelledenepoth Episode Highl...

Dr. Lori McEwen chats with us about focusing on best practices for all students, bringing everything back to deep and joyful learning for kids, and how we're all just works in progress, learning every day. Lori chats about her excitement around mastery learning, how we can approach student-centered learning, and why we need to celebrate all wins. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/lorimcewen Episode Highlights 0:46 - Chatting about mastery learning. 6:26 - Sharing some awesome data from on...

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Getting The Most Out Of Collaboration Time." Written by Bryan Zwemke (@BryanZwemke). Read by Rae Hughart (@raehughart) Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/getting-the-most-out-of-collaboration-time In This Post: Time to collaborate with colleagues is limited. We need to take advantage of it. Working together towards a common goal takes flexibility, dedication, vision, a good sense of humor, and a positive mindset. Collaboration time and meeti...

The Principal on a Skateboard, Michael Earnshaw, chats with us about getting back the real you, the importance of modeling what you expect from others, and why he doesn't care about test scores. Michale shares why we need to get out of our comfort zones, how you can use "speed dating" with your staff, and why if you know in your heart that what you want to do is right for kids, you need to just try it. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/michaelearnshaw --- Send in a voice message: https://p...

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Our dynamic duo, Maryanne Cullinan and Ellen Kidd, chat about giving students ownership, the power of building community, and why we sometimes need to get out of the way. Ellen and Maryanne share how we can work to give kids the capacity to solve their own problems, why we need to build relationships to help others take risks, and the power of productive struggle. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/maryannecullinan-ellenkidd --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...

High school English teacher, Jeremy Rinkel, chats with us about being student focused and allowing student creativity to grow, and why we sometimes need to do whatever it takes to "change their mood." Jeremy shares the power of sharing what you're doing in your classroom, his return to focusing on relationships, and why reflection is so important. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/jeremyrinkel --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teach-better-talk/message

5th grade teacher, Haylee Harwick, chats with us about investing the things that will actually help your students, utilizing a failure to fuel success, and why she is obsessed with podcasts in her classroom. Haylee shares what it's like being from a family of teachers, the importance of valuing the relationships you build on social media, and why you should be yourself, be interactive, and make a true effort to engage with others. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/hayleeharwick --- Send in...

High School English teacher, and author, Kathleen Trace, chats with us about motivating new teachers, changing the narrative around teaching, and pushing through fear. Kathleen talks about the importance of changing the perception of being a teacher, the excitement of seeing changes in education, and why it's great to not know all the answers. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/kathleentrace --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teach-better-talk/message

Vice Principal, Dan Finn, chats with us about earning respect, building relationships, and driving a positive culture in your school, and shares how he views the potential impact we all have when it comes to helping each other impact students Dan talks about the power of reflection, the importance of balance, and how consistency and humility will help you continue to learn, grow, and be better for your students. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/danielfinn --- Send in a voice message: http...

"Empower Our Girls" co-authors, Lynn Colón and Adam Welcome, chat with us about their journey to writing the book, and why it's not just about empowering girls, but empowering everyone. Adam and Lynn talk about the power of mentors and connections, helping others overcome their insecurities, being intentional, why you need to tell your story, and the importance of believing students CAN succeed. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/lynncolon-adamwelcome --- Send in a voice message: https://po...

Mike Mohammad chats with us live at Summer Spark (#USMspark) in Milwaukee, WI, sharing stories and lessons learned throughout his 19 year career. Mike talks about the power of sharing what you're doing, why communication is so important, and allowing students to express themselves in different ways More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/mikemohammad --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teach-better-talk/message

8th grade science teacher, Chelsea Nicolino, chats with us live from Akron Public Schools APS3T Conference in Akron, OH. Chelsea discusses teaching the whole student, getting over a lack of confidence, and embracing social media. Chelsea shares the importance of actually building relationships with your students, why you don't have to be an expert at everything, and how we all need to be adjusting along the way. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/chelseanicolino --- Send in a voice message:...

Assistant Superintendent, author, and 22-year veteran teacher, Jacie Maslyk, chats with us about being addicted to learning, remembering what we're really here for, and when she realized how important it is for kids to develop literacy skills. Jacie shares how she always finds her way back to the students, the power of collaboration, and why it's so important to let kids see that as teachers and leaders, we're still learners. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/jaciemaslyk --- Send in a voic...

Instructional coach, and adjunct professor, Kim Darche, chats with us about why you should have tea with everyone, be prepared to change, and look to always pour yourself into others so they flourish. Kim talks about the power of challenging your beliefs, why we need to meet people where they are at, and how important it is to re-connect with educators from your past. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/kimdarche --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teach-bett...

2nd grade teacher, Michelle Weiss, chats with us about being as "extra" as possible, learning to listen, and working through changes and challenges to have her best year ever. Michelle talks about being focused on self care, the importance of being authentic on social media, and how we can have a positive digital footprint. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/michelleweiss --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teach-better-talk/message

Assistant superintendent, Bradford Hubbard, talks with us about the importance of focusing on equity and social emotional learning, his mission to ignite passion and discovery in every student, and embracing the idea of creating an environment where all kids feel welcomed, and heard, and seen, and loved. Brad shares the early lesson he learned about relationships, why we need to celebrate all wins, and the event that changed the way he looks at his responsibilities. More at www.teachbetter.com...

Author, speaker, and Director of Author Success at EduMatch, Mandy Froehlich, chats with us about taking leaps of faith, recovering from embarrassing failures, and the importance of taking care of yourself. Mandy shares the inspiration behind her books, why she loves supporting teachers, and the importance of stopping to take a breath and take it all in. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/mandyfroehlich --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teach-better-talk/m...

Educator working as counselor, Hans Appel, talks with us about the importance of authenticity, what your school brand really is, and how the simplest things can completely "flip" someone's day. Hans chats with us about amplifying student voices, creating an exceptional school culture, and helping others find their joy. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/hansappel --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teach-better-talk/message

The Tech Rabbi, Michael Cohen, chats with us about teaching students how to create, helping them to struggle, and guiding them to build out creative solutions. Michael talks about instilling entrepreneurial thinking so that our students can be proficient in how to create things, why teachers need to be curious, and why you should focus on mastering the purpose rather than the tech tool. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/michaelcohen --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.c...