Is This Educational Shift Good for Kids?
Back in November 2018 I had the amazing opportunity to stand on the TED circle and deliver a talk that was worth spreading. The title of the talk is How Starbucks …
Never Underestimate The Value of Student Selfies
Confession: During the quarantine developed a daily need for McDonalds unsweetened tea (add 3 splendas) It’s become a pandemic vice and I’m totally ok with it! A few weeks ago …
SEL- Not Just Another Educational Acronym
There have been lots of questions about what I’m teaching this year. In the midst of everything going on last spring a big announcement happened during a big pandemic. So …
“That Teacher Is Driving a What????” Dreaming Big Every Day
Have you had a dream car since you were a kid? I have! I remember watching Keeping Up with The Kardashians nearly 20 years ago and falling in love with …
Reminder To Teachers: You Are Awesome
Well. Here we are getting ready to start another year of awesome education for students. But this year feels so stinkin’ different right? We are throwing out words like “hybrid …
3 Things Teachers MUST Do This Summer
We are coming into this summer with a lot of unknown. There are SO many questions we have, but the reality is we don’t have control over most of it. …
Teachers Crushing COVID- Ideas & Reminders for Educators
Resources. Reminders. Remixes. Really everything an educator needs right now. In this relatable episode we talk about the #1 needs of kids AND teachers right now. To listen to the …
BONUS Episode- Tough Times for Teachers Means More Laughter and Learning
In this special, extended episode Jack Berckemeyer and I dive deep into the state of education right now and what this means for the future. Whether you are a teacher …
LIVE Lessons For You and Your Students
In an effort to do anything I can to help support awesome teachers like you and the amazing students you serve, I am hosting LIVE lessons with Ms. G every …
Corona Virus Doesn’t Have to Cancel Our Connection With Kids
This is not what any of us expected 4th Quarter to look like. This is not something our education leaders ever prepared us for. This is not something we …
Bringing Your Teaching Game to a New Level
What is something that we can do to consistently bring our teaching game to a new level? The answer may not be what you would expect… It is not a …
We’ve Got Spirit, Yes We Do!
Are you feeling the school spirit right now? Homecoming is happening in so many schools across the country. I know some schools, especially smaller schools, don’t do a football homecoming, …
Bosco Sticks: The Building Blocks of Schools
Bosco sticks. Bosco sticks the building blocks of schools and I truly mean that. You might be thinking, “Wait girl! I don’t even know what a Bosco stick is…” And …
Stories Matter In Schools! What’s Yours?
Schools are filled with kids. And because there are so many kids coming through our hallways every single day, sometimes what happens is our kids become just numbers. We know …
3 Classroom Decorations That Totally Make A Difference!
Decorations can definitely make an impact on kids. I think there’s a huge difference between putting things on walls so that they’re filled and putting things on walls because it …
Episode 35: Kayla Delzer
Teachers can flex! Episode 35 stars Kayla Delzer, an absolutely awesome educator who is passionate about flexible teaching and flexible seating. Check out Kayla’s amazing ideas as she dishes out …
Episode 34: Gary Gray Jr.
Episode 34 stars Gary Gray Jr., an amazing educator who is impacting kids all over the world, literally! Check out this amazing interview where he dishes out two quick tips …
Episode 33: Jacob Chastain
Episode 33 features Jacob Chastain, a dynamic literacy coach who is passionate about reading. Check out this insightful interview where he dishes out two quick tips that focus …
Episode 32: Beth Skelton
Get ready to be mind-blown! Episode 32 stars Beth Skelton, a language specialist and education consultant. Her practical, engaging tips are perfect for any teacher in any content because …
Episode 31: Danna
What happens when you combine Kenny G and Kids? THIS! Episode 31 features Danna from the Happy Teacher Revolution. This episode has perfect timing with teacher appreciation month! Do …
Episode 30: Eric Crouch
This innovative episode is jaw dropping! Episode 30 features Eric Crouch, an awesome educator who is truly turning trash into treasure! Check out Eric’s amazing ideas as he dishes …
Episode 29: Megan Forbes
Feeling stressed about how to include diversity in your classroom? Episode 29 features Megan Forbes, a teacher who truly understands the important of multi-cultural education. Check out Megan’s awesome ideas …
Episode 28: Caitlin
Bringing these education buzz words to a place where we can apply them… Episode 28 features Caitlin, a terrific teacher who understands the power in practicing mindfulness. Check out Caitlin’s …
Episode 27: Juan Gonzalez
Books can save lives. Episode 27 features Juan Gonzalez, a rock-star educator who is passionate about read-alouds. Check out Juan’s awesome ideas as he dishes out two quick tips on …
Episode 26: Bri-Hooray for Teaching
There are memories in the messy so shake it like a salt shaker… Episode 26 features Bri from Hooray for Teaching, an educator who is excited to let kids be …