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Yes, I know–it’s been a while! I have not posted or recorded a podcast in quite some time–and I have a very simple explanation for that. You see, I simply did not have the motivation or the desire to make the podcast a priority in my life again as I readjusted to entering the classroomContinue reading “27. Mindfulness in the Classroom”

If you’re like me you are constantly finding new ideas and inspiration for your teaching methods. Whether it’s from the teacher down the hall, a podcast you just listened to, or the social media worlds of Teacher Twitter & Teacher Tik Tok, you are nearly always finding and saving good ideas to use in yourContinue reading “26. Lean on Others…But Not Too Heavily”

I won’t even ask the question–because I know the answer–you’re feeling it too! You are feeling April-tired and asking yourself, how in the heck can it only be November? We are all exhausted right now and, you know what–it’s kind of good to hear that we are all feeling the same way! I will beContinue reading “25. Too Much, Too Soon!”

I’m very excited to share the first interview of my second season with you this week! For this episode I interviewed Dr. Scott Petri about the various ways he incorporates literature into his high school history classes. I think you’ll agree with me when you listen that this episode is full of tips and nuggetsContinue reading “24. Dr. Scott Petri”

Welcome to what I’m calling my second season of My Best Lesson: Social Studies! I haven’t recorded an episode in about a month and the reason is simple–I’ve been in survival mode! This is my first year back in the classroom since 2018-19 and, as I’ve been told time and time again the past fewContinue reading “23. Monday, October 4, 2021”

My Reflection I love fall! I love the excitement of a new season for the Eagles, the drive for a playoff push for my Phillies (when it actually happens), the excitement around campus, the start of a new school year and the promise of hope each year for my beloved Fighting Irish of Notre Dame.Continue reading “22. Week Zero Down!”

If you listen to any educational podcasts there is a good chance you’ve already come across my guest from this episode–AJ Bianco. Before anything else, AJ is a father of 3 and the husband of another educator. Professionally, AJ is a middle school assistant principal in New Jersey and a host on three different podcasts:Continue reading “21. Success & Communication with AJ Bianco”

My Reflection: This past week I scrolling through my Twitter feed & I came across this Tweet by Katie Hurley (@katiefhurley) and I thought it was great. Katie reminds us all that it’s okay for our students to feel a wide array of emotions as they enter this school year–often, emotions that don’t seem toContinue reading “20. It’s Okay to be Nervous”

I’m really excited to get this post and episode out to you! When I decided to start this podcast I reached out to some people I know and asked for recommendations for guests. When asked, the first person that Stephanie Howell recommended was Megan Ferne. Megan is entering her 22nd year of teaching. She taughtContinue reading “19. Get Uncomfortable With Megan Ferne”

My First Week Resources Some Simple Tips & Tricks for Social Studies Teachers EdTech integration ideas from Eric Curts updated monthly–this is an AMAZING resource! GoldEDU make & take google site for your classroom–so helpful! Ambient Sound Sites from Eric Curts for students that need noise, but not lyrics to focus.