The Teacher's Pep Rally: Recent Episodes
Erin King, Fred Aebli, Leticia Jones, Pete Bush
Welcome to the Teacher's Pep Rally. We often find ourselves having so many conversations about work and the education system that we thought it might be something you want to talk about too. Sometimes we peak behind the curtain to reveal the hard truths and struggles but this space is mostly to lift each other up, collaborate, and celebrate. So put on your spirit wear and grab a bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning!
As the school year wraps up, your TPR hosts Erin, Pete, and Fred gather one last time before summer to reflect on the amazing guests, meaningful conversations, and memorable moments from Seasons 8 and 9. From music-based coding and AI in the classroom to embracing play and student-centered learning, this episode revisits the stories and ideas that inspired us all year long.
We talk about the power of curiosity, how the show continues to bring clarity and purpose to our roles as educators, and share personal summer plans, favorite books, and blockbuster movies we’re excited for. It's a heartfelt, fun-filled episode full of gratitude, laughs, and a reminder to recharge and celebrate the season ahead.
🌞 Take a break. 🎧 Revisit your favorite episodes. 📚 Grab a book. 🎬 Catch a movie. And most importantly—have a wonderful summer!
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share your story as a teacher or about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR MAIN STREET PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT June 2025 Come join a small cohort at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area for 3 days of cultivating curiosity and illuminating potential. This event is designed for educators looking to enhance their teaching skills or just reinvigorate their love of teaching through project-based learning. Dive into interactive workshops, engage with fellow educators, and gain valuable insights to bring back to your classroom, school, and district. Don't miss out on this opportunity to plus-up your teaching game! Reserve your seat here
What happens when cutting-edge tech meets creative expression? In this episode of The Teacher’s Pep Rally, we sit down with innovators Dr. Brian Magerko and Jason Freeman from Georgia Tech—the minds behind EarSketch, a free, web-based platform that teaches coding through music composition. With over a million students reached, EarSketch is not only transforming how we teach Python and JavaScript—it's also opening doors for blind and visually impaired students through inclusive design and AI-powered tools.
You’ll hear about:
- The power of music as a gateway into coding and computational thinking
- How accessibility is being reimagined in STEM education
- Why creativity, equity, and ethics must lead our tech integration in classrooms
Whether you're a STEM teacher, music educator, or just passionate about student voice and innovation, this is a must-listen!
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Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share your story as a teacher or about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR MAIN STREET PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Come join a small cohort at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area for 3 days of cultivating curiosity and illuminating potential. This event is designed for educators looking to enhance their teaching skills or just reinvigorate their love of teaching through project-based learning. Dive into interactive workshops, engage with fellow educators, and gain valuable insights to bring back to your classroom, school, and district. Don't miss out on this opportunity to plus-up your teaching game! Reserve your seat here
In this special episode of The Teacher’s Pep Rally, we invite educators to get the inside scoop on Main Street PD, an inspiring professional development experience happening this summer in Orlando, FL! 💡
Hosts Erin and Pete (Fred was there in spirit!) welcome an incredible lineup of session leaders, including Marnie Stockman & Nick Coniglio (authors of Lead It Like Lasso), Thomas Hummel (co-creator of Eduaide.AI), and Dave Tarnoff (computer science professor and Intermation creator). Together, they dive into the heart of Main Street PD—an event designed to spark joy, ignite innovation, and help educators reignite their passion through curiosity, confidence, courage, and constancy.
From building your trusted network (hello, Diamond Dogs 🐾) to turning AI into your classroom co-pilot 🤖, to using “one little spark” to launch big ideas—this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and a peek behind the curtain of a PD experience like no other. 🎢✨
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share your story as a teacher or about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR MAIN STREET PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Come join a small cohort at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area for 3 days of cultivating curiosity and illuminating potential. This event is designed for educators looking to enhance their teaching skills or just reinvigorate their love of teaching through project-based learning. Dive into interactive workshops, engage with fellow educators, and gain valuable insights to bring back to your classroom, school, and district. Don't miss out on this opportunity to plus-up your teaching game! Reserve your seat here
🎙️ New Episode! Coaching in the Classroom - A Student-Centered Approach with Dr. Linda Hopper
What if the secret to transforming your classroom isn’t more test prep—but more heart? 💡 In this inspiring episode, we welcome Dr. Linda Hopper, former teacher turned business coach and author of Coaching in the Classroom, who shares her powerful message: when we empower students to become self-aware and emotionally intelligent, real learning happens.
Dr. Hopper reveals how shifting from a traditional teaching mindset to a coaching mindset changes everything—from student engagement to teacher well-being. Learn how simple tools like breathwork, reflective questions, and strength-spotting can unlock student potential and reignite your passion for teaching. 🚀
Ready to coach your students into confidence, connection, and purpose? Tune in and be reminded why you chose this path in the first place. 🎧✨
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share your story as a teacher or about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR MAIN STREET PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Come join a small cohort at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area for 3 days of cultivating curiosity and illuminating potential. This event is designed for educators looking to enhance their teaching skills or just reinvigorate their love of teaching through project-based learning. Dive into interactive workshops, engage with fellow educators, and gain valuable insights to bring back to your classroom, school, and district. Don't miss out on this opportunity to plus-up your teaching game! Reserve your seat here
Get ready for an inspiring, energizing, and crucial conversation on the Teacher’s Pep Rally Podcast! This episode features a powerhouse panel of passionate changemakers working to reshape the future of education.
Join hosts Erin, Fred, and Pete as they sit down with:
Demetrius Dove – National advocate and future educator representing over 44,000 aspiring teachers.
Karmen Lemuel – Georgia’s Aspiring Educator State President fighting for paid student teaching.
Dr. Jacob Hackett – Equity-driven professor at Georgia State University championing mentorship and teacher residencies.
Skyler Nunley – Lobbyist and educator, strengthening Georgia’s teaching community through grassroots advocacy.
Together, they tackle the real challenges aspiring teachers face—from financial stress to lack of mentorship—and spotlight bold, innovative solutions like virtual classroom simulations, student-led policy change, union-supported advocacy, and teacher residency models that mirror the medical field.
This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a call to action. Whether you're a future teacher, a veteran educator, or simply passionate about making education better, this episode will leave you hopeful and fired up to be part of the change.
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share your story as a teacher or about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR MAIN STREET PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Come join a small cohort at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area for 3 days of cultivating curiosity and illuminating potential. This event is designed for educators looking to enhance their teaching skills or just reinvigorate their love of teaching through project-based learning. Dive into interactive workshops, engage with fellow educators, and gain valuable insights to bring back to your classroom, school, and district. Don't miss out on this opportunity to plus-up your teaching game! Reserve your seat here
We’re back! After a jam-packed season, the Teacher’s Pep Rally Podcast crew—Erin, Fred, and Pete—are catching up on life, learning, and laughter. This episode is a behind-the-scenes reality check as we share the chaos, triumphs, and daily grind of being educators.
Pete’s world is a whirlwind with school theater productions, music festivals, and an incredible Finding Nemo production that’s taking creativity to the next level.
Fred reflects on a career fair experience, highlighting how impactful educators can be in shaping students' passions.
Erin shares exciting news about her promotion and previews an upcoming professional development conference in Orlando that you won’t want to miss!
Along the way, we discuss teacher self-care, school safety protocols, the power of music education, and even the unexpected joys of LEGO and 80s toy restoration!
This episode is full of real talk, big laughs, and a whole lot of heart. Join us as we reconnect and recharge—because educators, we’re all in this together!
Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or watch on YouTube! What’s YOUR favorite way to decompress after a long day of teaching? Drop us a comment!
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Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share your story as a teacher or about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR MAIN STREET PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Come join a small cohort at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area for 3 days of cultivating curiosity and illuminating potential. This event is designed for educators looking to enhance their teaching skills or just reinvigorate their love of teaching through project-based learning. Dive into interactive workshops, engage with fellow educators, and gain valuable insights to bring back to your classroom, school, and district. Don't miss out on this opportunity to plus-up your teaching game! Reserve your seat here
On this episode of The Teacher’s Pep Rally Podcast, we’re diving into the high-energy world of middle school band with the incredible Rachel Allen! A dedicated band director since 2005, Rachel doesn’t just teach music—she builds a community of young musicians, ignites their passion, and helps them find their rhythm both in and out of the classroom.
From teaching multiple instruments to navigating hilarious band mishaps (yes, we’re talking about spit valves and mystery objects stuck in tubas!), Rachel shares her real and relatable experiences that will have you laughing and nodding along.
Tune in to hear: - The secret to making band the class kids look forward to every day - How music education supports literacy, math, and student well-being - The power of building a band family that keeps kids engaged in school - Hilarious behind-the-scenes stories only a band director could tell!
Whether you're a music educator, former band kid, or just love inspiring teacher stories, this episode will remind you why the arts matter and why great teachers change lives.
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Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share your story as a teacher or about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR MAIN STREET PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Come join a small cohort at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area for 3 days of cultivating curiosity and illuminating potential. This event is designed for educators looking to enhance their teaching skills or just reinvigorate their love of teaching through project-based learning. Dive into interactive workshops, engage with fellow educators, and gain valuable insights to bring back to your classroom, school, and district. Don't miss out on this opportunity to plus-up your teaching game! Reserve your seat here
In our latest episode of The Teacher’s Pep Rally, we had the privilege of speaking with Max Gertz, an educator and EdTech enthusiast who believes in the transformative power of equity in education.
Max shared his journey—from an English teacher captivated by the potential of technology to his role in shaping virtual learning opportunities for thousands of students. His passion for ensuring that every learner has access to the resources and support they need was both inspiring and thought-provoking.
We explored how technology can break barriers, giving students from diverse backgrounds the chance to engage, thrive, and take ownership of their learning. Whether it’s through virtual learning programs, innovative assessment tools, or accessibility-driven design, Max reminded us that true equity in education is about more than access—it’s about opportunity, success, and empowerment for all students.
This episode is a must-listen for educators, leaders, and anyone invested in making education more inclusive and impactful.
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Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share your story as a teacher or about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR MAIN STREET PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Come join a small cohort at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area for 3 days of cultivating curiosity and illuminating potential. This event is designed for educators looking to enhance their teaching skills or just reinvigorate their love of teaching through project-based learning. Dive into interactive workshops, engage with fellow educators, and gain valuable insights to bring back to your classroom, school, and district. Don't miss out on this opportunity to plus-up your teaching game! Reserve your seat here
In this exciting episode of the Teacher’s Pep Rally Podcast, we turn the spotlight on our very own Fred Aebli as he shares his passion for helping students learn to code! 🖥️💡
Fred takes us on an inspiring journey through his tech-filled career—from falling in love with Star Wars as a kid to becoming a Marine, a computer science educator, and the mastermind behind Get Me Coding. 🚀✨ His mission? To break down barriers and show that coding isn’t just for math wizards—it’s a language of creativity, problem-solving, and empowerment for everyone.
🔹 Why is coding so important in today’s AI-driven world? 🔹 How can teachers bring STEM and coding into their classrooms—without needing a tech background? 🔹 What tools, like Scratch and MakeCode, can make coding fun and accessible for kids? 🔹 How does AI impact coding education, and what skills will students need in the future?
Fred shares fun, hands-on coding activities, ways to boost student confidence, and insights into bridging STEM skills with creativity. Whether you're a teacher, parent, or lifelong learner, this episode will leave you inspired and ready to explore the world of coding!
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share your story as a teacher or about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR MAIN STREET PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Come join a small cohort at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area for 3 days of cultivating curiosity and illuminating potential. This event is designed for educators looking to enhance their teaching skills or just reinvigorate their love of teaching through project-based learning. Dive into interactive workshops, engage with fellow educators, and gain valuable insights to bring back to your classroom, school, and district. Don't miss out on this opportunity to plus-up your teaching game! Reserve your seat here
In this episode of the Teacher's Pep Rally Podcast, we had the honor of speaking with Arturo Guajardo, Director of K-12 Partnerships at Pocketalk. With over 31 years of experience as a bilingual educator and educational technology expert, Arturo shared his personal journey as an English language learner and his passion for creating inclusive learning environments. His heartfelt anecdotes highlighted the importance of connection and communication, particularly for students and families navigating language barriers.
Arturo introduced the Pocketalk device, an innovative translation tool that supports 84+ languages, empowering teachers, students, and families to communicate seamlessly. From fire drills to parent-teacher conferences, Arturo illustrated how Pocketalk is transforming everyday interactions in schools by breaking down language barriers and fostering trust. We were inspired by his dedication to ensuring all students feel heard and valued, as well as his commitment to improving communication for families and educators alike.
Listeners will love Arturo's warmth and practical insights, from strategies to learn students' names to his vision for the future of translation technology in schools. This episode is a testament to the power of innovation and the human touch in education.
Tune in for a conversation filled with passion, purpose, and the tools to bridge gaps in communication—perfect for educators, administrators, and anyone invested in the success of multilingual students. Don't miss it!
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share your story as a teacher or about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR MAIN STREET PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Come join a small cohort at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area for 3 days of cultivating curiosity and illuminating potential. This event is designed for educators looking to enhance their teaching skills or just reinvigorate their love of teaching through project-based learning. Dive into interactive workshops, engage with fellow educators, and gain valuable insights to bring back to your classroom, school, and district. Don't miss out on this opportunity to plus-up your teaching game! Reserve your seat here
Get ready for an inspiring episode of the Teacher's Pep Rally Podcast as we tackle the mid-year slump that educators everywhere know all too well! Hosts Erin King, Pete Bush, and Fred Aebli dive into the challenges of recharging motivation and maintaining momentum in the second half of the school year. With honesty, humor, and heartfelt advice, they share practical strategies for navigating this “gray period,” from creating achievable goals to incorporating movement, music, and fun into the classroom.
The hosts also reflect on the power of authentic leadership, the importance of self-care, and the need to lean on your colleagues and community for support. Whether you’re an educator, leader, or student, this episode is packed with uplifting stories, relatable moments, and actionable tips to help you power through to spring break and beyond.
Tune in for a much-needed boost of encouragement and motivation to make the rest of the school year amazing. Don’t miss this empowering conversation—because together, we’ve got this!
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share your story as a teacher or about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR MAIN STREET PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Come join a small cohort at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area for 3 days of cultivating curiosity and illuminating potential. This event is designed for educators looking to enhance their teaching skills or just reinvigorate their love of teaching through project-based learning. Dive into interactive workshops, engage with fellow educators, and gain valuable insights to bring back to your classroom, school, and district. Don't miss out on this opportunity to plus-up your teaching game! Reserve your seat here
As we close out an incredible 2024 on The Teacher's Pep Rally Podcast, Erin, Fred, and Pete gather to reflect on a season filled with heartfelt conversations, inspiring guests, and impactful moments. From exploring the vital role of early childhood education to the power of design thinking in solving real-world problems, this season delivered rich discussions that resonated with educators and listeners worldwide.
Fred shares his journey through an exciting tech incubator program, highlighting lessons in innovation, ideation, and resilience. Pete reflects on his busy season of school performances, emphasizing the importance of inclusive experiences that build lasting memories. Erin gives a sneak peek into upcoming professional development events and exciting plans for next year.
As the trio exchanges stories, holiday plans, and plenty of laughs, they also tease what's ahead in 2025. Expect engaging topics like finding mid-year motivation, the future of education, transforming classroom communication, and equity in education.
Whether you're wrapping up the year with a warm cup of cocoa or sneaking a moment of calm between grading papers, this episode is a heartfelt reminder to recharge, refocus, and reignite your passion for education.
Catch up on past episodes, leave us a review, and stay tuned for another impactful season in 2025! 🥳📚
Happy Holidays and Happy New Year from The Teacher's Pep Rally! 🌟✨
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share your story as a teacher or about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR MAIN STREET PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Come join a small cohort at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs Resort Area for 3 days of cultivating curiosity and illuminating potential. This event is designed for educators looking to enhance their teaching skills or just reinvigorate their love of teaching through project-based learning. Dive into interactive workshops, engage with fellow educators, and gain valuable insights to bring back to your classroom, school, and district. Don't miss out on this opportunity to plus-up your teaching game! Reserve your seat here
Calling all educators, aspiring mentors, and lifelong learners! 🎙️ The latest episode of the Teacher's Pep Rally Podcast is here, and it's one you can't afford to miss: "Mentors in Education" with the inspiring Earl Foster!
In this episode: ✨ Earl shares heartfelt stories about the mentors who shaped his journey and how he’s paying it forward to guide new teachers. ✨ We dive into the power of building trust, offering supportive honesty, and celebrating wins (big and small) in our schools. ✨ Discover practical tips for creating learner-centered classrooms and designing curriculum that sparks engagement.
Whether you're a seasoned teacher, a new educator, or someone who loves seeing others succeed, this conversation is a reminder of the incredible difference mentors can make in education—and in life. 🎓💡
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share your story as a teacher or about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR Let's rally together and remind people why teaching is awesome!
In this heartfelt episode, the Teacher's Pep Rally welcomes Natalie Legg, a dedicated pre-kindergarten teacher and advocate for early childhood development. With six years of experience, Natalie shares her passion for teaching young learners and emphasizes the critical role of play in education. She delves into how play not only nurtures creativity and social-emotional skills but also lays a foundation for lifelong learning. From sensory activities like exploring pumpkin guts to fostering social interactions through imaginative centers, Natalie showcases the magic of early learning.
The conversation also touches on her resilience following personal challenges, including recovering from hurricane damage, and her advice to parents about the importance of being present and playful with their children.
Join us as we explore Natalie’s creative teaching methods, her perspective on the misconceptions surrounding play, and her heartfelt advice: Let kids be little. This episode is packed with inspiration and practical tips for educators and parents alike.
👉 Listen now and join the conversation!
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share your story as a teacher or about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR Let's rally together and remind people why teaching is awesome!
In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Chris Shearer, a seasoned principal with over 22 years of experience in educational leadership. Currently leading a high-performing high school, Chris shares his passion for challenging the status quo, fostering inclusivity, and helping students unlock their potential.
Together, we explore what school looks like in 2024 and how education can evolve to better serve diverse student needs. Chris delves into innovative approaches like experiential learning, competency-based education, and preparing students for alternative career pathways beyond traditional college routes. His insights into cultivating a caring school culture, grading practices, and supporting both students and educators are inspiring and refreshing.
Whether you're an educator, parent, or advocate for education reform, this conversation will leave you reflecting on the purpose and future of schools. Don’t miss this empowering discussion!
Listen now and join the conversation!
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share a story about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR Let's rally together and remind people why teaching is awesome!
This week on the Teacher’s Pep Rally Podcast, we’re thrilled to share a conversation with Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio from Lead It Like Lasso. We recently hosted a special webinar with them and fellow educators on Leading With Purpose – a deep dive into building a “personal operating system” for intentional leadership. Missed the webinar? No problem! We’re sharing the recording so our friends can still learn and grow together. Tune in to discover practical tips and insights on purposeful leadership for your classroom, team, or even personal life. Enjoy, learn, and as always, let’s lift each other up! 🎧💼
Want a copy of the leadership book Lead It Like Lasso? You can purchase it here.
Access the Personal Operating System template to use here. Let us know how you used this tool with your staff and/or students.
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share a story about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR Let's rally together and remind people why teaching is awesome!
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we just dropped an essential episode of the Teacher's Pep Rally Podcast featuring the amazing team from i-Tech for Schools! In this must-listen episode, we’re joined by experts Evelyn McCulloch, Senior Director, and Michael Rinyu, Education Design and Instructional Lead, to break down cybersecurity essentials for educators, students, and parents alike.
Tune in to discover:
- Eye-opening "Fact or Fiction" cybersecurity myths that reveal how even small actions can protect big data!
- Insights on digital footprints and practical ways to teach students (even as young as elementary!) the importance of online reputation.
- Real-life tips for setting up strong passwords, MFA, and why they're crucial for students and staff.
- Tools and resources every school should know about, including a new federal cybersecurity program to boost protection in schools across the U.S.
This episode is packed with knowledge, laughter, and even a pop-culture-inspired cybersecurity quiz to keep things fun! Whether you’re an educator, student, or parent, you’ll walk away with valuable tools to stay secure in today’s digital world. 💡 Don’t miss it—click play, follow, and share!
Join an upcoming webinar, on 10/28/2024, for an hour of purposeful learning packed with inspiration and a chance to win a free copy of the leadership book, Lead It Like Lasso! Register to attend the WEBINAR here.
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share a story about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR Let's rally together and remind people why teaching is awesome!
In this episode of The Teacher's Pep Rally, motivational speaker and educational consultant Kyle A. Greene shares his inspiring journey and the power of believing in one's potential. From personal experiences of overcoming challenges to motivating students and educators across the country, Kyle emphasizes the importance of storytelling, mindset, and authentic connections in education. He also discusses how teachers can help students unlock their greatness by breaking barriers of self-doubt. This is a must-listen for anyone looking to inspire growth and make meaningful impacts in their community.
Join an upcoming webinar, on 10/28/2024, for an hour of purposeful learning packed with inspiration and a chance to win a free copy of the leadership book, Lead It Like Lasso! Register to attend the WEBINAR here.
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share a story about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR Let's rally together and remind people why teaching is awesome!
In this lively and insightful episode of the Teacher's Pep Rally Podcast, Erin and Pete dive into the challenges and rewards of professional development in education. Whether you're a brand-new teacher or a seasoned pro, this episode offers inspiration and practical advice to help you grow.
Discover the value of relevant, engaging PD tailored to educators' needs, hear personal experiences from Erin and Pete, and learn why professional learning should be fun, collaborative, and meaningful. Plus, get tips on finding opportunities beyond your district to keep evolving—without burnout!
Listen now to explore how small shifts in professional development can lead to big transformations in the classroom. Don't miss the laughter, insights, and a sneak peek at their upcoming webinar—an hour of purposeful learning packed with inspiration and a chance to win a free copy of the leadership book, Lead It Like Lasso! Register to attend the WEBINAR here.
Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share a story about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR Let's rally together and remind people why teaching is awesome!
In this episode of the Teacher’s Pep Rally, we welcome Kim Strobel, the inspirational author of Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy. Kim shares her personal journey through anxiety and her transformation into a motivational speaker and educator dedicated to empowering teachers and school leaders. Listen as she dives into the science of happiness, how to create boundaries for personal and professional growth, and practical ways to bring joy into the classroom. Discover how small changes can lead to big results, not only in your life but also in your students' well-being. Tune in for an uplifting conversation filled with actionable insights and encouragement for educators at every level!
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Join the hosts of the Teacher’s Pep Rally, as we kick off Season 8 with a lively and heartfelt reunion! In this episode, we reflect on our summers, discuss exciting personal adventures, and dive into the joys and challenges of returning to school. With over 100 episodes behind us, we gear up for another season full of inspirational guests, meaningful discussions on education, and strategies for staying positive in the profession. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just getting started, this episode will have you excited and ready for the school year ahead! Listen in for laughter, insights, and a sense of community among educators. Join our vibrant community at teacherpeprally.com for all the latest updates and exciting content! Be part of the conversation! Head over to The Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook to share your thoughts and questions LIVE with fellow educators. Catch all the action! Watch our episodes LIVE or on replay on our YouTube Channel. Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration—subscribe now! Call our Teacher Hotline and share a story about an educator that made a difference in your life or your child's. Call 470-227-0TPR Let's rally together and remind people why teaching is awesome!
🎉 Welcome to the Teacher's Pep Rally! 🎉
Join us as we discuss our state of mind, while we switch gears towards summer break. We continue to cheer on our fellow educators who have had another school year supporting students and staff in life and learning.
We took some time to review what it has meant to continue these conversations with you. This year we reached over 100 episodes and for that we are thankful for your support and conversations. If you have something you want us to talk about or you want to be a guest on the show, please reach out to us.
Happy Summer!
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We had the pleasure of welcoming Thomas Hummel and Thomas Thompson, two passionate middle school teachers who are revolutionizing the educational landscape with their innovative platform, Eduaide.AI. With a shared dedication to easing the burdens faced by educators, they've channeled their passion into creating a solution tailored to save teachers valuable time while enhancing the quality of education.
Eduaide.AI serves as a cutting-edge AI platform designed to support teachers in instructional design. Its primary aim is to act as a thought-partner, providing invaluable assistance in creating lesson plans, generating teaching resources, and developing assessments. By harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, they're empowering educators to streamline their workflow and focus more on the art of teaching itself.
During our discussion, we explored the myriad ways in which AI can augment the teaching process, offering insights and suggestions that complement the expertise of educators like Thomas and Thomas. Their vision for the future of education is one where technology seamlessly integrates with pedagogy, enhancing the learning experience for both teachers and students alike.
Join us as we delve into the groundbreaking work of Thomas Hummel and Thomas Thompson, and discover how their pioneering platform is reshaping the landscape of education one lesson at a time.
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In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Drew Cowell, a dedicated high school music teacher and the Director of Vocal Music & Choirs at Belleville East High School. Dr. Cowell shared his unwavering passion for supporting music and performing arts programs, reflecting on his 18 years in music education.
Throughout our conversation, Dr. Cowell offered valuable advice for aspiring educators, emphasizing the importance of nurturing a genuine connection with students and fostering a supportive learning environment. He also shared his enriching experience with the Disney Imagination Campus, where his students found inspiration and joy through immersive musical experiences. Notably, they had the opportunity to showcase their talents with a demo performance of an excerpt from The Lion King.
Adding a touch of fun to our discussion, we engaged in a lively game called "Name that Disney Tune." Everyone demonstrated their quick wit and musical knowledgeby selecting fitting Disney songs for real-world educational scenarios, highlighting the power of music to captivate and engage learners.
Overall, our conversation with Dr. Drew Cowell was an inspiring journey into the world of music education, showcasing the transformative impact of passionate teaching and creative learning.
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In this episode of the Teacher's Pep Rally, hosts Erin, Pete, and Fred reunite to share their recent endeavors and upcoming plans.
Pete kicks off the conversation, exhilarated from overseeing multiple productions with his young students, including renditions of Moana Jr. and Peter Pan Jr. He eagerly anticipates the upcoming summer performing arts camp under PSB Creative Arts Education.
Fred delves into his deepening interest in artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for education. He's exploring ways to integrate AI concepts into teaching through initiatives like Get Me Coding.
Erin shares her journey towards obtaining her Black Belt certification in Six Sigma, highlighting her upcoming presentation at the Miami Learning Summit on "Using 'The 3 Little Pigs' for Strategic Decision Making." She also extends an invitation to her educator's conference, Main Street PD, scheduled for June in Orlando.
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In this episode, we delve into the art of leadership with special guests Dr. Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio, the brilliant minds behind Lead It Like Lasso. Their book introduces 11 essential rules for effective leadership, drawing inspiration from the beloved character Ted Lasso. We explore three of these rules, offering actionable insights for aspiring and seasoned leaders alike.
Our hosts, Erin, Pete, and Fred, embark on a journey of self-discovery by taking the leadership assessment provided on www.leaditlikelasso.com. Drawing parallels to characters from Ted Lasso, they uncover valuable insights into their leadership styles and strengths. Dr. Stockman and Nick Coniglio join the conversation, providing expert analysis and guidance on leveraging these insights to enhance leadership effectiveness.
Additionally, we inject some fun into the episode with an activity inspired by Ted Lasso's iconic locker room sign "Believe." Join us as we explore the intersection of leadership, self-awareness, and the power of belief in this engaging and enlightening discussion.
Tune in to discover practical strategies for leading with purpose, authenticity, and the spirit of Ted Lasso himself!
You can purchase their book on Amazon here.
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In this episode, educators Erin, Fred, and Pete delve into the challenges faced by both educators and students during the notorious month of March. As March rolls around, maintaining focus and motivation becomes increasingly difficult with the anticipation of Spring Break followed by the impending testing season and the long stretch before summer vacation.
To shed light on strategies for navigating this challenging period, the hosts engage in a survival scenario game, drawing on insights from Mark Wanvig, a former instructor in survival training for the Reconnaissance School of the 101st Division of the U.S. Army. Currently conducting wilderness survival training programs in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Wanvig's expertise lends a unique perspective to the discussion.
The survival simulation game, commonly utilized in military training classrooms, provides a framework for evaluating essential items for enduring challenging circumstances. By applying this framework to the context of education, the hosts offer practical insights into prioritizing tasks, managing stress, and fostering resilience during the demanding March period.
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From a Galaxy (or School) Far, Far, Away....our friend, Dan Zehr, from Coffee With Kenobi joined us to talk about pedagogy and Star Wars. Two of our favorite topics.
Dan Zehr is an ELA teacher who also has designed a platform that built an amazing community and conversation about Star Wars. His ability to blend critical thinking and intellectual honesty with a sense of humor has served him well as the host and brand director of the popular podcast, Coffee With Kenobi. Dan Z is a longtime contributor to StarWars.com and is the co-author of three Star Wars books: The Star Wars Book, the Star Wars Character Encyclopedia (2021), & Star Wars I Am Your Father: Lessons For Parents, Protectors, and Mentors.
Our guest is not only a influencer of Star Wars fandom, but he his also a motivator to students for learning, We got a chance to talk to him about his curriculum and the unique ways that he builds discussions with his students around mythology, often using pop culture to make connections and analysis like Moana and The Mandalorian.
We discuss the importance of continuous learning and professional development for educators, as Dan shares with us his current enrollment in getting his Masters in Creative Writing.
This is the podcast episode you were looking for...
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Our friend, Heidi von Marbod, from the Cheney School District came back to visit and share with us more tips and lifts for supporting student transitions into the community and vocational opportunities. Heidi is a leader in supporting special education students who typically have an IEP due to a developmental disability. Students ceremoniously walk across the graduation stage with their peers and then continue for another 2-3 years.
Her particular transition program is unique in that it is a standalone program in her district which is within the bus line.
We discussed best practices which include:
- Community Inclusion
- Vocational Experience
- Soft Skill Development
- Job Coaching
- Business Partnerships
- Resources for State Agencies
It was so nice to have Heidi come back. We are so excited to hear how her and her team continue to support all students in life "after the yellow bus".
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We just wanted to have some fun with our good friend and fellow educator, Dave Tarnoff. Dave is a computer science professor who has created a library of educational videos to help students easily understand high level concepts inside or outside of a classroom.
Join us as we explore how to create a learning environment that supports the goals and objectives of a course, as well as the needs and preferences of the students. We share our insights and experiences on topics such as:
- How to assess the physical and technological resources available in the classroom, and how to optimize them for effective teaching and learning.
- How to arrange the seating, furniture, lighting, and acoustics of the classroom to facilitate different modes of instruction, such as lecture, discussion, group work, and presentation.
- How to incorporate elements of color, texture, art, and nature into the classroom to enhance the aesthetic and emotional appeal of the space, and to stimulate creativity and curiosity among the students.
- How to adapt the classroom design to accommodate the diversity and inclusivity of the students, such as their cultural backgrounds, learning styles, abilities, and interests.
- How to solicit feedback from the students and evaluate the impact of the classroom design on their learning outcomes and satisfaction.
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Come listen to our celebration and reflection on 100 episodes! Our friend and special guest, Ashley Gibbs Davis, took the reins and helped us to take a pause and think back to when we first hit record for the Teacher's Pep Rally. She was the perfect facilitator to give us an opportunity to think about the conversations that we have had since the beginning which was back in August 2020.
Here are just a few topics we have covered so far...
- Special Education
- 1st Generation College Students
- School Nutrition
- Artificial Intelligence
- Global Citizenship: IB Programs
- Literacy
- Teacher Burnout
- Behavior and Student Management
- Cyber Security
- Suicide Prevention
- Gamification
- Leading Change
- Social Emotional Learning
Just to name a few!
We had a lot of friends pop into the LIVE show to just say hello and share well wishes. You all have, in some shape or form, been a part of the show, supported us in many ways, and/or provided great ideas/resources for our community of educators. For this reason, we loved honoring you as part of the pep rally. Thank you for this gift. A special thank you to Ashley from Midtown Associates for giving us permission to talk about our passion and what this all has meant to us, so far. Come join the conversations and play games LIVE every month on Wednesdays!
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If you are familiar or not so familiar with AI and ChatGPT, please join us for a genuine discussion on ways to use these resources for teaching and learning. We have special guests who have been discussing this topic on a global platform, Dr. Sean Nufer a Senior Director of Teaching & Learning at the Community Solution Education System and Dr. Veronica Estrada from the School of Human Development at Pacific Oaks College & an Adjunct Professor teaching Psychology at Pasadena City College.
We talk about using AI and ChatGPT for:
- Being Creative
- Developing Fun Content
- Participating in the 4th Industrial Revolution
- Thinking Critically
- Organizing at Quantum Speed
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How can we use our connections to learn new skills or grow to a new position or role? Coach and Consultant, Angie Robinson, sits down with us to discuss the ways we can change the way we think about acquiring new leadership skills and build a blueprint for our future self.
Angie uses an inside out approach to help her clients discover their leadership strengths and scale new ways to change the outcomes we are seeking in our professional lives. We discuss the importance of recognizing our values and jump starting change. Be sure to check out the FREE resources Angie provides to begin this journey.
Join this conversation, as we talk about the possibility of building the life we seek in our professional path.
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We invited Dr. Jeannine Jannot, a parent, former school psychologist, and author, to come back and talk to us about ways we (EVERYONE) can support a balanced student. Dr. Jannot wrote the book The Disintegrating Student : Struggling But Smart, Falling Apart, & How to Turn It Around to discuss the very recognizable patterns seen in students who were falling apart in a very high-stakes, rigorous educational environment. Now, she is focusing on supporting parents and guardians by rethinking stress and even parenting. We discuss the importance of having both parent and child identify their core values and build a system of trust and connection between parents, teacher, and student.
Dr. Jannot will be holding a webinar called "Parenting Reimagined" this week on November 14, 2023. For more details, please visit her website. This is a FREE event.
Join this conversation, as we talk frankly about the anxiety we are seeing in both our families and students.
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We had the ultimate coach at our pep rally. Donnie Campbell became famous overnight when Jason Sudeikis said live on a late-night show that some of the wit and wisdom for the character Ted Lasso, in the Apple TV series, was losely based on his high school coach. He was talking about our very own Donnie Campbell.
Leaning on his experience of over 36 years in education and as a dedicated basketball coach, Donnie shares with us the importance of teaching our students and players how to build character.
Join this motivational and honest conversation about being role models and being authentic.
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Our friends from i-Tech came back to share with us the latest trends and challenges in educational technology. Join our conversation with Director of Educational Technology, Evelyn McCulloch and Educational Design & Strategy Lead, Mike Rinyu.
We spend a good bit of time talking about AI and how it is not going anywhere, so we need to find the best way to utilize it. Some examples that Evelyn and Mike shared with us were using tools like Eduaide for creating 504s, designing lesson plans and rubrics. If you are interested in learning more about AI in education, please visit the i-Tech Support webpage. Mike also shares with us, in this episode, some great programs to gain certification in leading AI in education.
Our guests remind us that although AI and educational technology are great tools to aid in learning, our real education is not the lesson learned but the people who care about you. Educators teach our students to be who they want to be in this world. This includes being a good digital citizen. We talk about ways we can encourage good cyber hygiene and ethics in this modern digital work.
What are some things you are doing this October for Cybersecurity Awareness Month?
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We took an unexpected pause into the new season. Listen to how we deal with the first month after back to school and why we always look forward to these conversations with you. Pete asked fellow educators to come up with some questsion for us to disucss using the prompt "Would You Rather". Come play the game with us and answer the questions.
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Come join the conversation about the first few weeks of school. We talk about the back to school jitters and the excitement of a new year. Play at home with us in the Price is Right: Back to School Supplies. Fred, Pete, and friends took guesses on the right price for the following school supplies:
- Composition Notebook
- Pack of Mechanical Pencils
- Texas Instrument Calculator
- Magnetic Locker Mirror
- 6 Pack of Kazoos
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More Teachers. More Pep. More Rally. This podcast is by educators and for educators.
We're back! And, the exciting news is that we have decided to try some new ways to continue the relevant conversations and to expand our community using LIVE video. Fred, Erin, and Pete are meeting every first 3 Wednesdays of the month to continue collaborating and providing support to educators, families, and professionals.
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We can't believe that another school year is coming to an end. Erin, Fred, Leticia, and Pete get together to be silly and sentimental as a break is in sight. Come join us as we share what we have planned for the summer and ways we hope that we all take good care of ourselves during this time.
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This episode is about a year in review. The TPR crew went around the table sharing some of the highlights from this school year and the podcast conversations that have been sticking in our mind. Here are just a few topics we discussed during Season 5 & 6:
- Literacy
- Music Education
- School Bus Drivers
- Nutrition
- Cultivating Innovation
- Transitioning Programs in Spec Ed
- EduProtocols
- LGBT+ Student Support
- History Lessons
- Transforming Our Worth
- Behavior Management
What a year it has been! Let's talk about life and learning!
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Heidi von Marbod has been in education for over 22 years! She has a wide experience in the profession having spent time in elementary school and coaching high school cheer and dance team. In fact, she started Oregon's first Special Need competitive Cheerleading squad.
That cheer squad inspired her to go back into special education. Hence, she is currently and has been teaching high school special education and community transition for the last thirteen years in Washington. We discuss how we can ensure secure supports are in place during high school and after. Heidi shares with us ways we can follow her lead in providing students with the knowledge/resources for transitioning into:
- Employment Opportunities
- Continuing Education
- Recreational and Community Activities
Let's talk about life and learning!
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Brantley Turner is originally from Brooklyn, New York. Her interest in Asia began as an undergraduate at Brown University studying East Asian Studies and Art Semiotics. She founded China Prep in the experiential education sector and is a Ph.D. candidate at the International School of Management with coursework in Shanghai, New York, and Paris. She served as the Dwight School Director of Programs for China starting in 2009 and in 2012 was the co-founder and American Principal of Shanghai Qibao Dwight High School, where she currently serves on the board of the school.
The Dwigth School was the very first K-12 school in America to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) programs. We talk about the IB pillars with personalized learning, community, and global vision. There are so many opportuniteis to support our students in identifying their spark and give them opportunities to say "YES".
Let's talk about life and learning!
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David Ludwig is an American composer, teacher, and Dean of Music at The Juilliard School. His work has been commissioned and performed by artists and ensembles including the Philadelphia Orchestra, Pittsburgh Symphony, Minnesota Orchestra, National Symphony, Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, and Carnegie Hall. He is a committed advocate for diversity and inclusion in new music and programming, and serves on the national program committee of New Music USA and is a member of the distinguished mentors council of Composers Now.
Grab your favorite instrument and the first chair…let's talk about life, MUSIC, and learning.
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Our guest, Ann Morgan, has an English Literature degree from Cambridge University and a master's in creative writing at University of East Anglia (UEA) in Norwich. She also has a postgraduate diploma from the London School of Journalism. She looks at the world between 2 covers, book covers. She is known as a reading explorer who in 2012 read books from over 196 independent countries around the world. She famously shared her story on the TED Talk platform about how novels are one of the best ways to open our minds.
She is the author of several books, including The World Between Two Covers: Reading the Globe. To see Ann's blog and list of recommened books around the world, please visit her website A Year of Reading Around the World.
Let's talk about life, reading, and learning!
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EdMagineering Education Conference in Orlando, FL
Jon Crippo has had over 20 years of experience in education serving the K-8 level, Project-Based Learning, Google-based high schools, and 2 county offices, including as an Assistant Superintendent and IT Director. He is proud of his work with CUE (a nonprofit community of connected educators focused on improving education for all learners in California and Nevada); he served there as the Chief Learning Officer and Executive Director.
He has co-written with Marlena Hebern a series of Eduprotocol Field Guides for teachers for just about any subject, any grade level, Kindergarten through adult.
Let's talk about life and learning!
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Jeff Dixon is the author of the fictional-Disney series Key to the Kingdom and has also written two books loaded with life lessons learned from Walt Disney and the worlds he created which are called – The Disney Driven Life: Inspiring Lessons from Disney History & The Disney Code: A Code to Release the Best Version of You. The secrets he shares allows you the freedom to become the “best version of you.” Start looking at your story, your opportunity for inspiration, and the glorious grind as an educator.
He is a founder and Board President at the Creative Inspiration Journey School. He serves as the Transformational Architect at The Church @ 434 in Central Florida. As a natural storyteller, he doesn’t just stop at telling a story, he believes the story really comes alive when it impacts your life. A good story has the power to change and transform you.
Jeff will be a guest speaker at the EdMagineering Education Conference in Orlando, FL. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR INSPIRATION AND TO BUILD A NETWORK WITH FUN AND INNOVATIVE TEACHERS?
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Let's talk about Disney, life, and learning!
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Dr. Kevin Leichtman is the co-founder of TLC Education, the director of Academic Mindset, and an adjunct professor at Florida Atlantic University. He is the author of The Perfect Ten: Ten Students, Ten Mindsets, One New Definition of Perfection and co-author of the Teacher's Guide to the Mental Edge. He has eight years of experience teaching English Language Arts, Reading, and ESOL for grades 7th to 12th. Kevin has written several educational articles in EduTopia about teacher burnout. We have a very honest conversation about teacher burnout and how it often stems from a passionate commitment. Join us as we discuss ways to recognize when there is burnout, mitigate burnout, and support a colleague on the verge of burnout.
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Cathy Chu is the Director of Youth Organizing at the Genders and Sexualities Network formerly known as the Gay Straight Alliance. They have a youth leadership development model that supports youth in starting, strengthening, and sustaining GSA clubs to create school communities where all students can be safe from discrimination, harassment, and violence based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. Let’s talk about life and learning!
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We are GIVING AWAY a FREE 1-YEAR PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION FOR NOVEL EFFECT. In order to enter the drawing this week with the Teacher's Pep Rally Podcast, you must: 1. Follow the Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/teacherspeprally
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Contest ends on 2/7/2023. Don't miss out on this AMAZING chance for a FREE reading tool. Did you know that Novel Effect has free, printable resources available for use in the classroom? Just visit the Book Activities page to download and print ready-to-use, leveled activities to accompany your favorite read-alouds! See more about this application at https://noveleffect.page.link/TPR
Krisitin Rosenberg is a School Library Wizard. She lives in Wisconsin and has been an educator for 14 years. She is a lover of books, and a proud supporter of diversity and inclusion. Join our conversation about showing up for students and guiding them to reading something new.
We are GIVING AWAY a FREE 1-YEAR PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION FOR NOVEL EFFECT. In order to enter the drawing this week with the Teacher's Pep Rally Podcast, you must: 1. Follow the Teacher's Pep Rally Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/teacherspeprally
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Contest ends on 2/7/2023. Don't miss out on this AMAZING chance for a FREE reading tool. Did you know that Novel Effect has free, printable resources available for use in the classroom? Just visit the Book Activities page to download and print ready-to-use, leveled activities to accompany your favorite read-alouds! See more about this application at https://noveleffect.page.link/TPR Let’s talk about life, learning, and READING.
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Our guest, Jared Bruening, is a junior high social studies teacher for over the past 12 years. He has experience in teaching in private and public schools in many subjects: World History, Geography, American History, Science, and Sociology. Jared's true passion though is American History, and he shares that passion through videos and resources for teachers, students, and parents called The Daily Bellringer.
It is fitting that this is a historic moment for TPR, as we have hit 80 EPISODES thanks to you! Let’s talk about life, learning and HISTORY.
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Jasmine Hall is an author, speaker, and Human Design Practitioner. She recently made a leap from high school economics teacher to fulltime entrepreneur. As The Worth Coach, she aims to help transform our worth by helping us to learn, heal, evolve, and expand. She has a book titled Things My Parents Didn’t Tell Me About Money & Life: Because They Didn’t Know and a 90-Day action planner titled, What’s On Your Plate?. Join us as we have a candid conversation about our relationship with finances.
Let's talk about life and learning!
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We are sitting around the TPR fireplace, opening gifts, and sharing some laughs. So grab your egg nog or hot chocolate and exhale.
Welcome to The Teacher’s Pep Rally, Holiday Episode.
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Angela Tezeno is formally trained as an educator and has worked as a teacher for 18 years. With a Master in Education and a Master in Management & Leadership, Angela has furthered her life’s work of inspiring and educating by launching an empowerment education brand for women. We have a candid converstaion about value and worth. Angela reminds us that educators have so many skills and experiences worthy of pursuing opportunities in other areas even if it means leaving the classroom. Get ready to be inspired and expand your legacy.
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Our guest, Jen Shirley, is a parent and educator coach. She helps parents understand challenging & explosive behavior and also supports educators who are interested in building efficient operating systems to not only manage their own workloads but to find success in supporting all students. She has over 25 years of experience in education. As a veteran principal in public schools, challenging & complex behavior have become her specialty. The more severe the problem ... the more curious she becomes. Jen reminds us that building more confidence & expertise in managing our situation can be a game changer, but we must slow and down and create a strategy.
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We can't believe this is our 75th episode. Thank you to all of you for being a part of the conversation and support.
Our guest, Curtis Jenkins, is certainly an expert on kindness. He was an elementary school bus driver for a local Texas school district who went viral after a piece on the CBS Sunday Morning Show about his gift for supporting his students and building a sense of community. He is now a program specialist at the same district in student welfare and has received the Turn the World Outward award from the Arbinger Institute this year.
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It's that time of year! As we get closer to Thanksgiving here in the United States, the TPR crew likes to take a moment to give thanks and practice gratitude. Gratitude positively impacts: personality, health, emotions, social well-being, and career. Complete the stem sentences with us as we share our gratitude. And while we are at it, we want to say how thankful we are for you!
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Our guest, Isabella Webb, is an Academic Advisor at The University of Washington in Tacoma. Her love for exploring adds to her belief that the whole student is important and everyone should feel they’ve been able to tell their story and bring their authenticity and their culture to their school. Join our conversation as we discuss ways that education can be transformational and healing.
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It is October again and that means we get that reminder about Cyber Security Awareness. Our guests today work for i-Tech where people come first. Evelyn McCulloch and Michael Rinyu work for a company that provides IT support for schools in addition to providing experts in EdTEch offerings which are driven by teaching and learning outcomes.
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Our guest today, Ashley Gibbs Davis, helps individuals and organizations find their greatest expression. She is a seasoned business consultant and coach. She is certified by Brené Brown and is among the elite group of globally Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitators offering Dare to Lead™ training content in the US and abroad. We talk about teachers as leaders, and the ways we can encourage compassion through the use of boundaries. Grab your favorite Brene Brown book and journal!
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Our guest, Tim Bigonia, wears many hats. He is a Creative Director and has taught graphic design/computer graphics for over 22 years at the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design. Tim shares his family's personal story about losing his sweet and brave wife to cancer. Through his grief, he has created a safe platform and insightful content to support others who are grieving. We have an honest conversation about just being human and ways we can support each other, our students, and colleagues when someone is grieving.
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Matt Farber is an associate professor at the University of Northern Colorado where he directs the Gaming SEL Lab. His passion and research merge between game-based learning and social & emotional learning. We love that he studies how playing and making games can cultivate empathy, perspective-taking, and ethical decision making. He has been invited to the White House, authored several books and papers, and is a frequent collaborator with UNESCO.
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Our guest today is the true example of supporting culture and valuing relationships in a school. Wendy Garman has 14 years experience as a school cafeteria employee in an elementary kitchen and 10 of those years as the manager. She serves students in grades K-3 with just her and two other ladies where they make food for about 200 kids each day. She shares her funny and often insightful dialogue with elementary students at her school on Twitter. Grab your lunch ticket and cafeteria tray.
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Our guest today is the true example of supporting culture and valuing relationships in a school. Wendy Garman has 14 years experience as a school cafeteria employee in an elementary kitchen and 10 of those years as the manager. She serves students in grades K-3 with just her and two other ladies where they make food for about 200 kids each day. She shares her funny and often insightful dialogue with elementary students at her school on Twitter. Grab your lunch ticket and cafeteria tray.
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We welcomed a friend and guest, Angie Robinson. She is a certified life coach for leaders and a talent development expert who guides leaders and teams in understanding themselves and others in a way that helps them increase confidence, cultivate connection, foster engagement and create impactful results. Angie teaches us about the key elements of self-awareness. She reminds us of the "beauty of pause". We discuss that we should always remember our WHY and be intentional as leaders and educators.
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We welcomed a friend and guest, Angie Robinson. She is a certified life coach for leaders and a talent development expert who guides leaders and teams in understanding themselves and others in a way that helps them increase confidence, cultivate connection, foster engagement and create impactful results. Angie teaches us about the key elements of self-awareness. She reminds us of the "beauty of pause". We discuss that we should always remember our WHY and be intentional as leaders and educators.
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We're back! The TPR crew is so happy to be back together. We share what we have been up to over the summer break and what we look forward to this year. Our mindset points to growth, advocacy, and joy. This is going to be another awesome season as we talk about the education profression.
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We're back! The TPR crew is so happy to be back together. We share what we have been up to over the summer break and what we look forward to this year. Our mindset points to growth, advocacy, and joy. This is going to be another awesome season as we talk about the education profression.
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Join our conversation as we get ready for a long overdue summer break. The TPR Crew takes time to share stories about our teachers and mentors who have inspired us. We talk about all of the amazing guests we have had this school year on the podcast. Thank you to all of you who continue to support us and be a part of these important topics for and about teachers.
Our hearts and thoughts are with the community in Uvalde, Texas where students and teachers lost their lives at Robb Elementary School.
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VaLarie Humphrey is the perfect last guest for Season 4. She is a teacher, coach, and EXTREME motivator. VaLarie tells us that we should be proud of being THAT TEACHER. Our guest talks about supporting our students who are at promise and not labeling students as at risk. We talk about the vulnerability and importance of sharing our failures with our students so they may recognize when they are winning at losing and change the mindset. Pull up a seat...
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You don't want to listen to this episode hungry. Join our conversation with educators, chefs, and leaders in the culinary and pastry arts. Kirk Bachmann is the president of the Boulder campus of Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts and Albert Schmid is a chef instructor for their online programs. Our guests tell us that no matter what industry we are in, we must like the people we serve. We talk about the innovative ways Escoffier supports their students using customer service, relationship building, creativity, and storytelling.
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This guest rocks! Geology professor Alex Ullrich reminds us to be playful. We have to be excited to learn. How else will our students? Alex talks about the importance of scientific literacy and curiosity. He shares his love for learning and experiences as a stunt man. He was even Indiana Jones in Disney's Hollywood Studios Epic Stunt Spectacular. Let's talk about life and learning! Please leave a review and visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com
Our guest, Dr. Donald Addison II, has the true educator's spirit. He inspires us to think about leading and supporting change not just with data (qualitative) but also with our mind and hearts (quantitative). Join our conversation to discuss communcating the vision and celebrating the wins. We talk about Six Sigma and Intervention Conversations like Conversation Cafe & World Cafe.
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Once again, we combine our love for education and Disney. Our guests from My Disney Class, Howie DiBlasi and Ryan Boeckman, bring their passion for learning using engineering design process, blue-sky thinking, and storytelling. We are reminded to do our best and constantly work on our craft of teaching. Afterall, teachers have an amazing story to tell. Check out our guests' book Designing Disney-Inspired Classrooms: Turning Your Classroom into a Magic Kingdom. Let's talk about life and learning. Visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com
Our guests Elizabeth and Bill James are both authors and teachers who come to us to discuss their latest book A Sea of Troubles: Pairing Literary and Informational Texts to Address Social Inequality. We get a lot of great book recommendations to use in our classroom libraries, as Elizabeth and Bill tell us how to help open the door for students to have conversations on topics that students can relate to or identify with as real world troubles.
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Our guests Dr. Martin Rayala and Cory Rayala from the Enso Education Institute share their love for learning and the importance of community. They remind us to dream of the possibilities in education using Design Thinking. There is how the world is now and how the world can be. Let's talk about life and learning. Visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com and call our Hotline to leave your motivational and cheerful messages for fellow educators. 678-439-TPR1
The TPR crew truly geeked out over our guest's connection to Disney. Brian Collins knows how to personalize an experience. He is a former Disney Imagineer who helped create the magic and stories for attractions like the Jungle Cruise and the former Great Movie Ride. He has been known to visit classrooms remotely from a Disney park. His love for imagination and innovation have found a beautiful partnership with education. Join us as we talk about perseverance and creativity.
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Our guest, Dan Zehr, from Coffee with Kenobi came back to share with us his experience with the Galactic Star Cruiser at Walt Diseny World. While he was here, we talked about having fun in the classroom. Teachers can be inspired by the Star Wars themed resort with a story telling element and immersive experience. Create an environment where students can play and take risks in their learning.
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What an exciting opportunity to speak to the TEACHER and COACH who inspired Apple tv's TED LASSO. He was the head basketball coach for actor Jason Sudeikis when he was a teen. It was such a pleasure to be motivated by Donnie Campbell in this conversation about having fun at our job and exuding authenticity in the classroom and on the field or gym. He reminds us that we make think that our students are not hearing us, but they are certainly listening.
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Join us for a quick check in with Fred, Leticia, Pete, and Erin. We take time to hear what each TPR crew is up to and share our thoughts about the half time show of the BIG GAME. Like most educators, we are a little tired as we make the long stretch to Spring Break. You will hear us giggling and being silly, but as always, we share what we are up to and talk about some books we recommend and lesson plans that you are welcome to try. Come collaborate and laugh with us. Let's talk about life and learning! Visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com and call our Hotline to leave your motivational and cheerful messages for fellow educators. 678-439-TPR1
Our guests have over 65 years combined of experience in education. Both Jen and Gina have a passion for helping first-generation college students get into and graduate from college. Our conversation reminded us that we need to help students tell their stories and find confidence to apply for college. If not them, than who? We talk about tips for students to apply for college and ways to be successful once they get in. Let's talk about life and learning! Visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com and call our Hotline to leave your motivational and cheerful messages for fellow educators. 678-439-TPR1
Our guests have over 25 years of experience in education. Bill Tynan and Sarah Emerson have a passion for supporting students in high levels of achievement, preparation for the 21st century workplace, and imagination. We talk about story telling, animatronics, and makerspaces. Listen to ways the Garner Holt's Education through Imagination is helping engage students to use their heads, hands, and heart in learning. Let's talk about life and learning! Visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com and call our Hotline to leave your motivational and cheerful messages for fellow educators. 678-439-TPR1
Our guest, Candace Cheung, is the Director of Partnerships & Programs at the STEAD school in Colorado. We talk about the meaning of a true community partnership and building a culture to helps students learn using their head, heart, and hands. The STEAD school uses project-based learning to empower students to design and lead their own learning using science, technology, agriculture, and design thinking. Grab your gardening clothes and pom-poms. Let's talk about life and learning!
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We are all ready for winter break. This special holiday episode was time for the TPR crew to talk about the challenges we have faced this semester and then find time to laugh and celebrate. We are so thankful for the opportunity to continue the conversation around education. Don't miss out on some of our funny or awkward gifts we have received from students in the past, plus the sweet ones. Hang your lights, grab your New Year 2022 glasses. Let's talk about life and learning. Join the community on Facebook.
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Our guest, Latarsha Jones from The Reading Bench, tells us to keep pushing ourselves and ask what is next. We all have a big heart when it comes to education, but we need the guts and courage to get deeper and tap into what is great about us. As an educational leader and coach, Latarsha shares with us valuable guidance to building a strong building culture.
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Our very own happiness guru came back to visit us to talk about attitude and gratitude. Crystal Steers from Chasing Happiness reminds us that life is a journey. Many of us are seeking change or dealing with lots of it, so she gave us great advice on how to handle it:
- Make all the plans you want to prepare but know the risks
- Have a back-up plan
- Know YOU can handle anything
- Trust in YOU
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Our guest John Moran is an experienced IT guy who is also skilled in Curriculum Design, Instructional Techniques, Secondary Education, and Lesson Planning. His passion for Dungeons and Dragons and Magic: The Gathering found its way in his classroom. We learned the ways that using gamification can increase student engagement and build confidence in students.
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The TPR crew got very silly, spooky, and slaphappy. This is our annual Halloween episode where we share tricks and treats of being an educator. Join us at the pep rally as we tell stories, laugh at some jokes, and answer trivia questions. Times are still crazy and stressful, so don’t forget to stop and laugh. Grab your costume and a bleacher.
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Technology is not going anywhere. We often talk about the plethora of platforms available as learning tools, but how often have we discussed or made sure we are protecting your devices and privacy? How about our students? Marc Gonzalez visits TPR again for Cyber Security Awareness Month. Tune in for 3 things that threaten our cyber security and then hear ways we can be better about our protecting ourselves and kids.
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Our guest has a long list of experience in both the K-12 Art and ELA classroom. Dr. Michelle Zoss is currently a professor at Georgia State University and teaches teachers. She talks to us about loving the whole student and how to embrace and look forward to the parts of education that bring surprises. We discuss helping our students use art as a form of expression so they can make real world and relevant connections in the ELA classroom.
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We continue our series about teaching entrepreneurship with our guest, Frank Sorokach. Frank addresses the theoretical academic aspects of business and the actual implementation aspects as a practitioner. We discuss the importance of having both depth and breadth of knowledge. Don't miss out on this rich conversation about interpersonal communication styles, unusual professional development for education leadership, and tips for the student who strives to be an entrepreneur.
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Our guest Mello Foster might need to be our mascot to represent the spirit of The Teacher's Pep Rally podcast. His spirit and intention is real. He teaches entrepreneurship to K - 5, but we quickly learn it is all about making the connections with students and teaching them how to maintain for a life. Join the conversation about ways to spark innovation and an entrepreneurship mindset with students at a young age.
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Our guest Robert Whitman has a wide variety of experience in leadership for K-12. Currently, he is a middle school principal who believes in service leadership. We discuss being data inspired vs. data driven, understanding our passion not our purpose, and identifying as a united community. Don't miss out on this motivational and refreshing conversation around being our best selves and being of service. Let's talk about life and learning. Visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com and call out Hotline to leave your motivational and cheerful messages for fellow educators.
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This is a conversation that we should be having more often because it reminds us that we all need to find time to get grounded throughout our day. Our guest, former middle school teacher and current yoga teacher, Amy Haysman tells us it important for students/kids to find time to discover self. Yoga is a great way for kids to ask "Who am I? Who am I in my community?". Grab your yoga mat and spirit wear, let's talk about life and learning. Visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com
We are so excited to be back after a long summer break. Our guest, Dr. Jeannine Jannot, is a college instructor teaching psychology courses and freshman seminars. She is a student and parent coach and author of The Disintegrating Student. In this episode, we talk about the importance of showing up as warm, supportive adults in a child's life. We need to prioritize relationships and listen more. Tune in to hear Dr. Jannot give us some tips for engaging 2-way communication. Let's talk about life and learning.
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Happy Summer! This will be our last episode for THIS season, but don't worry we will be back after summer break. The movie we are discussing is Freedom Writers. We talk all about the challenges and beauty of teaching while highlighting the portrayal of Erin Gruwell's teaching style. So, Grab a bleacher and your favorite snack Let’s talk about life, learning, and the movies.
We continue to sit down with each of the TPR crew to not only discuss their love of education but also entrepreneurship. Leticia talks about her passion for self-care and changing the narrative of teacher burnout. She empowers teachers through Project ReignitED. Pete continues to support the performing arts through PSB Creative. He believes that a creative life is a happy life and his kids burst with joy and laughter. Grab a bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning. www.teacherpeprally.com
Finally, we have the opportunity to sit down with each of the TPR crew to not only discuss their love of education but also entrepreneurship. Fred talks about his passion for coding and how he uses Get Me Coding to make the skill accessible to anyone and everyone that wants to learn. Erin has built a platform and programs to build positive communities for educators with inspiration for teacher support at InspirED. Grab a bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning. www.teacherpeprally.com
Our very one Pete Bush brought some of his kids from PSBcreative to discuss their upcoming performance of The Little Mermaid. These young performers share what it has been like to work with an ensemble and perform through a pandemic. We even had some really good tips about how they handle stage fright. Grab your fins and smiles. These kids will make you happy that the arts are still alive and thriving. Let's talk about life and learning. www.teacherpeprally.com
We are doing a mini-series to support the performing arts. Our guest Jarius Cliett is a singer, actor, and teacher in the Atlanta area who inspires his community with his passion for the arts and music. We talk about how the college path does not need to be for everyone. He encourages us to do what feeds our souls. We enjoyed talking with Jarius about the ways that we are called towards being teachers. Let's talk about life and learning. www.teacherpeprally.com
I promise that you will walk away from this episode with big hearts and a smile on your face. Our guests Karen Cushman and Katie Hanniger are superstar, high school teachers who work with exceptional students in both CBI and Adaptive Health & PE. They are passionate about their job and have an amazing ability to adapt to challenges in order to meet accommodations for their classroom. Grab your spirit wear and a bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning! www.teacherpeprally.com
Our passionate and energized guest, Debbie Gonzalez, gives us her best practices as a coach for leaders. She reminds us that we should be mindful of our work-life balance and that there is power in very small gestures. We asked Debbie to share her journey as a self-published author for children's books. She has written two about her fur baby, Cooper: A Walk with Cooper and A Game with Cooper. Grab a bleacher and your spirit wear. Let's talk about life, learning, and LEADERSHIP. Let's talk about life and learning. www.teacherpeprally.com
Our good friend and happiness guru, Crystal Steers, comes back. This is the time of year that educators are running on fumes as they finish standardized testing, grading, and finishing up the school year. Spring cleaning both literally and figuratively is an important part for your mental health and a way to organize during the chaos. Grab you feather duster, journal, and spirit wear. Let's talk about life and learning. www.teacherpeprally.com
We had noticed that you, our community, had some questions for us. So, we decided to take some time to answer a few. We get a little silly here, but it felt good to laugh, check-in with each other, and learn from each other. Don't miss out as we talk about tips for using lavender, reading books for inspiration, and prioritizing self-care. Grab your pom-poms and favorite spirit flag. Let's talk about life and learning!
Our special guest, Gavin Zastrow, is an educator and writer. We talk with Gavin about his book A Marshland of His Own which tells the story of when a friend from school committed suicide and how that impacted both him and his community. Most of us unfortunately know too many students who have attempted suicide. It is the 2nd leading cause of death in people ages 15 - 24. Join our candid conversation about when suicide hits close to home. Let's talk about life and learning! Be sure to visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com
Our guest is a 4th grade teacher who believes in collaboration and inclusivity. Anjalee Beverly shares with us her best practices to model what it means to work together and share ideas. We discuss how Anjalee was inspired by Ghandi who said, "The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others". Our guest reminds us that we should ask for help and that there are great sources out there to write mini-grants for resources and materials. Grab your spirit wear and bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning! Be sure to visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com
The future looks bright, so we invited a travel expert to talk to us about planning our next trip. After all, teachers need a vacation too. Beci Mahnken of MEI-Travel gave us some great travel tips and got us excited about future vacations. This has been a tough year. Make sure to take some time to decompress. Grab a planner and a beach towel. Let's talk about life and learning! Be sure to visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com
Pete, Leticia, Fred, and Erin check-in with each other. The title of our show evokes the idea that we want to celebrate and lift each other up, but let us keep in mind that our motto is let's talk about life and learning. Be sure to visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com
Our friend Dave Tarnoff shares how he completely changed the way he was teaching in order to ensure that the magic of a classroom can be felt whether face-to-face or remote. Dave teaches in the Computer Science Department at university, so we asked him about ways we can build confidence in girls with STEM. Don't miss this conversation about the importance of supporting all students in education and opening our minds to be lifelong learners. Let's talk about life and learning! Be sure to visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com
What is a smock knot? Well, you have to listen to our conversation with our lovely guest and art teacher, Patsy Rausch. Patsy shares with us ways to open up our classroom that invites our students to be creative and engaged, such as using Star Wars figures and telling students to come to the "art side". Her passion for teaching comes across so strongly, especially when we think about an approach that allows for cross-curricular connections. Grab your smock, Darth Vader, and bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning! Be sure to visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com
Our guest certainly brought attention to the importance of listening to our students and serving our community. David Mercaldo is a middle school teacher who believes in empowering his students and fellow teachers with curiosity and equitable approaches. We talked about the simple use of Donors Choose, as David shares his story of building desks for his students' home, learning space. Grab your spirit wear and find a bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning! Be sure to visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com
Our guest, Andrew Canle, is an assistant principal and motivator who believes in making sure educators feel heard. This TPR conversation will get you thinking about changing your mindset and thinking about your why. When we lose understanding of each other, we lose EVERYTHING. Refocus, reset, and grab a bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning. Be sure to visit us at www.teacherpeprally.com
Imagine bringing story telling to your classroom through the latest technology. The future is here and it does not require fancy equipment. We spoke with Kevin Jones about using augmented reality as an engagement and creativity tool. Our excitement mirrored Kevin's enthusiasm about the ways he is seeing AR being used in schools to bring history, science, and creativity to life. Grab your devices and take a bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning.
Breathe in. Breathe out. Join us for an insightful conversation with Joseph Hamer, the owner and podcaster of Cup of Joe and co-author of Brain Awakes. We share what is going well through modeling the type of greetings we should be having with our colleagues so we can focus on the positive things in life. Joseph tells us ways we can enrich our social emotional learning lessons for our students just by being in the moment. Pull up a bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning!
For this episode, we spend some time talking with Kibbi Linga about being vulnerable and finding ways to express our feelings. Kibbi explains to us the healing power of art and creativity. We should be open up to being imperfect and honest as part of any healing process. This is power and helps us to be proactive to our well-being. Now more than ever we (teachers, students, parents) need to take some time to work through our emotions and tell our stories. Grab your favorite tie-dye shirts and paint brushes, let's find time to be creative and expressive together.
Join this fruitful conversation about personalized learning and technology integration with Marcus Borders. We talk about the importance of empowering and supporting our students with technology. However, in order to do this with equity, we also need for teachers to have the appropriate support with strong resources and doses of realities. Marcus provides us with a list of applications and strategies that all 21st century educators should store in their toolbox. Grab your favorite device and spirit wear. Let's talk about life and learning!
Grab your lightsaber and Princess Leia buns for this episode. Our guest Dan Zehr is the author and host of Coffee with Kenobi and, more importantly, a high school literature composition teacher. We have a candid conversation about the importance of being our authentic selves in the classroom. Sharing our passions in life is a great way to build student-teacher relationships. We do nerd out a little on Star Wars, and Dan tells us how it is today's modern mythology. Let's talk about life and learning!
Happy Holidays! Before we all take a long deserved break this winter season, we checked in again with Crystal Steers from Chasing Happiness. In this episode, we talk about ways we can connect and communicate during the holiday season. Crystal reminds us of the importance of looking forward to a new year and creating opportunities for happiness and joy. Grab your festive lights and a bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning.
Student wellness, social and emotional learning, is not just a buzz word. Wellness is a necessity for both students and teachers. We had such an eye-opening conversation with our guest, Jodi Miller, about the importance of a wellness check. Jodi is the co-creator of Well Cheq which is an app for students to check-in, check-on, and succeed. Imagine being able to use data and checkpoints to help each other. Grab a bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning.
We are celebrating small milestones. This is a our 14th episode and we are seeing the Teacher's Pep Rally grow in ways we did not imagine. Erin, Fred, Leticia, and Pete do a round robin of quick takeaways and lessons learned from our first episodes. We ask all of you to join the conversation by letting us know what you want to talk about. Let's talk about life and learning.
What a pleasure to sit down with some of Erin's past students who are majoring in performing arts. Listen to Miko Harper, Cameron Frostbaum, and Carolyn Friedman as we discuss the magic of telling stories and the frustration of trying to keep the show alive. Now more than ever, we must support the arts and our artists. We left a ghost light on, so grab a bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning.
This is a month full of remembering to give thanks. We talk about the meaning behind the word gratitude and that it is not just about being thankful in the moment, but it also about the readiness of being thankful or returning kindness. Now more than ever, we can use a little more gratitude and truly find time to recognize the small gifts in our daily lives. This is a short but sweet episode on the Teacher's Pep Rally.
When was the last time you thought about your experience with school? Fred, Leticia, Pete, and Erin share some stories about their childhood and find some sweet memories. We learn that not all of us were angels and sometimes got into trouble...like most kids do. We thank some of our most influential teachers and continue to remember the important role we play in our students' lives. Let's talk about life and learning.
We have a special holiday pep rally prepared just for you. Let's find time to celebrate and create some wonderful memories with our colleagues and students. Get ready to laugh, as we share some not so spooky ideas and crazy memories in the spirit of Halloween. Put on your favorite costume, grab some candies, and find a bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning (insert maniacal laugh).
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, so we invited our friend Marc Gonzalez who is a threat hunter and cybersecurity advisor to the Teacher's Pep Rally. We think you might be surprised to learn about the good habits we are not making to protect ourselves. We worry about financial security so why not cybersecurity? Let's be better with our cyber hygiene and model those good habits to our students. Grab a bleacher and worry less about being hacked with tips from an information security officer.
Now, maybe more than ever, we must find ways to check in with our mental status and take steps to ensure we are taking time for self care. We had such an amazing and eye opening conversation with the one and only Crystal Steers of Chasing Happiness. Whether you are an educator or not, she provides us all with tips to creating space for joy in our lives. Grab a bleacher because this is going to be a great discussion for everyone on the Teacher's Pep Rally.
Allison Townsend says that children aren’t just leaders of tomorrow but can also be leaders making an impact today. She finds inspiration from her students and takes the responsibility seriously about helping mold them to what they will become very seriously. Good classroom management allows students to feel connected not just in the classroom but beyond those cement blocks. Grab a bleacher and let's talk about life and learning.
Welcome to the Teacher's Pep Rally. Our guest Dr. Donna Carey invites us to consider what it is like for our dynamic educators in special education. We discuss ways to put ourselves not only in the shoes of these hardworking educators but also in the shoes of the parents to these sweet children. Even if you are not a special education teacher or a parent of a special education student, this conversation reminds us all of the importance of being empathetic not sympathetic. Let's talk about life and learning.
Our framework is simple. Let's talk about life and learning. Lee Cockerell was the perfect person to join our pep rally to talk about staying relevant and building relationships. We have to be open to other perspectives and to growth. As educators, we have been held to a higher standard. Sometimes just building self-esteem in our students and colleagues is the key. Lee Cockerell is a former Executive Vice President for the Walt Disney Resort and created common sense leadership strategies for training and development. He is the head teacher of Cockerell Academy with online courses on leadership, management, culture, and customer service.
If you need a laugh, this is the episode for you. The Teacher's Pep Rally share stories and reminisce about what it is really like to work in a school. It seems that we spend more time in the school building than in our own home. It is one big, happy, and crazy family. Educators are committed, but we don't need to do it all alone. We welcome you to our trusted tribe and hope that this peek behind the curtain will make you feel right at home. Let's talk about life and learning.
Grab a bleacher and get comfortable because this is a wonderful conversation about ways to lead and develop a "we" mentality in culture. Lou Mongello is a motivational speaker, podcaster, author, and leader of the WDW Radio. We had a great time learning from him and find that his positive attitude is contagious. Let's talk about life and learning.
Welcome to the Teacher's Pep Rally. My educator friends and I often find ourselves having so many conversations about work and the education system that we thought it might be something you want to talk about too. Join us as we focus on the adjustments and changes to going back to school in 2020. Put on your spirit wear and grab a bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning.
Welcome to the Teacher's Pep Rally. My name is Erin King and I am surrounded by friends and fellow educators Leticia Jones, Pete Bush, and Fred Aebli. In this first episode, we introduce ourselves and tell the story of how we became teachers.
We often find ourselves having so many conversations about work and the education system that we thought it might be something you want to talk about too. Sometimes we peak behind the curtain to reveal the hard truths and struggles but this space is mostly to lift each other up, collaborate, and celebrate. So put on your spirit wear and grab a bleacher. Let's talk about life and learning.