How to develop your voice and deal with hard ...

Have a question for the show? Text us here!Today I challenge the default “classroom rules and expectations” approach to classroom management and replace it with a feelings-first framework that builds student ownership instead of compliance. I cover:• why rule lists often create c ...  Show more

Have a question for the show? Text us here!In this episode we talk about why teaching can feel lonely even when we are surrounded by people all day. We break down how real community is built through safety, honesty, and small repeated choices that help us feel human at school aga ...  Show more

What does it mean to be your best adult self at work? Abril connects with Jennifer Abrams, a communications consultant who supports educators, health care personnel, and others on new employee support, being generationally savvy, effective collaboration skills, having hard conver ...  Show more

In this episode, we dive into tips for effective parent communication for new teachers, with a focus on dealing with difficult parents. We discuss common types of difficult parents, strategies for maintaining professionalism and boundaries, and effective communication strategies ...  Show more

Jen Rafferty is an educator, author, and international public speaker, who started as a middle school music teacher for 15 years in Central New York. She is known for bringing her energy, humor and expertise in her presentations while inspiring educators to stay connected to thei ...  Show more

“Communication is such a delicate dance and kids need to emerge from childhood having practiced,” says Julie Lythcott-Haims, former associate vice provost of undergraduate education Stanford University. </ ...