Episodes

Bridging Cultures to Support Mental Health
Jan. 28, 2025

Bridging Cultures to Support Mental Health

How can educators support non-English speaking students and families who hold different cultural beliefs around mental health? In this thought-provoking episode, Charle and Joshua dive into the complexities of navigating cult...
Supporting Students When You're Their Trusted Adult
Jan. 21, 2025

Supporting Students When You're Their Trusted Adult

What happens when a student places all their trust in you and no one else? In this episode, Charle and Joshua unpack the delicate dance of earning trust while knowing when to pass the baton. With stories, insights, and action...
The Power of Gratitude with Lainie Rowell
Jan. 15, 2025

The Power of Gratitude with Lainie Rowell

What if gratitude could be the game-changer for mental health in schools? Join Charle and Joshua as they sit down with Lainie Rowell, author of Evolving Gratitude , for a powerful conversation on the science and magic of grat...
Not Moving Up the Ladder of Conflict in Times of Choas
Jan. 7, 2025

Not Moving Up the Ladder of Conflict in Times of Choas

Ever feel like the world is spinning out of control, and all eyes are on you? In this episode, Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper explore the art of keeping your cool when chaos erupts. Tackling the question "How do I stay calm w...
Strategies for Deescalating Aggressive Situations
Jan. 1, 2025

Strategies for Deescalating Aggressive Situations

Tensions rise, emotions boil over, and suddenly, you're faced with a student on the brink of aggression. What do you do? In this episode, Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper tackle one of the most challenging and pressing question...
Reaching the Unreachable: 17 Strategies for Avoidant Students
Dec. 24, 2024

Reaching the Unreachable: 17 Strategies for Avoidant Students

Ever faced a student who simply shuts down, refusing to engage or even lift a pencil? In this week's episode, Charle and Joshua dive into the often-overlooked challenges of avoidant students—the ones who declare, "I'm just he...
How to Assess our Student's Level of Risk Effectively?
Dec. 18, 2024

How to Assess our Student's Level of Risk Effectively?

In this critical episode of The Language of Behavior , Charle and Josh tackle a sensitive yet vital topic: "How to Assess Our Student's Level of Risk Effectively?" Together, they explore the warning signs—both verbal and non-...
Planting the Seeds of Positive Student Behavior with Todd Nesloney
Dec. 10, 2024

Planting the Seeds of Positive Student Behavior with Todd Nesloney

In this special episode of The Language of Behavior , we welcome our very first guest, the extraordinary Todd Nesloney! As an award-winning author, speaker, and renowned school leader, Todd brings a wealth of wisdom and heart...
Navigating Student Mental Health from Curiosity to Crisis
Dec. 3, 2024

Navigating Student Mental Health from Curiosity to Crisis

In this episode of The Language of Behavior, hosts Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper explore the critical topic of student mental health and the importance of timely referrals to school counselors. Join them as they discuss how ...
Should Teachers Assess Student Mental Health?
Nov. 26, 2024

Should Teachers Assess Student Mental Health?

How can teachers identify when a student is struggling with their mental health? In this compelling episode of The Language of Behavior , Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper take on the big question: "Should teachers assess studen...
How Teachers Can Be Proactive to Prevent Escalating Behaviors
Nov. 19, 2024

How Teachers Can Be Proactive to Prevent Escalating Behaviors

In this important episode of The Language of Behavior , Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper dive into a powerful listener question: "How can teachers be proactive to prevent behaviors from escalating?" Charle and Joshua share acti...
Environment Strategies to Reduce Student Behaviors
Nov. 11, 2024

Environment Strategies to Reduce Student Behaviors

In this week's episode of The Language of Behavior , Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper tackle a listener's question: "How do we set up a classroom to reduce behaviors?" Charle and Joshua explore practical strategies to create a ...
The Relationship Inventory
Nov. 4, 2024

The Relationship Inventory

As we are entering a season of increased student behavior, Charle and Josh introduce an essential and free tool designed to help educators strengthen connections with students and foster a positive classroom environment. This...
Rethinking Discipline by Building Trust and Connection in the Classroom
Oct. 30, 2024

Rethinking Discipline by Building Trust and Connection in the Classroom

Welcome to the debut episode of The Language of Behavior ! In this episode, hosts Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper introduce themselves and share the mission behind the podcast: transforming how educators approach student behav...