Samantha’s experience before education has reminded her of the value of respecting every student and every parent as an individual. It allows her to create an unwavering positive rapport and respect in the classroom. Start every day on the same page and on the same note to be the best version of yourself Create opportunities for students to thrive through … Read More
Bringing Parents And Community Members Into Our Schools To Help with Nicole Hill
Our schools need help. Tackling academic concerns, behavior support, social-emotional challenges, and mental health is too much to handle at just the school level. This is why bringing in parents and community members into the school is essential. In this episode, Nicole Hill (yep – Kyle’s amazing wife) shares her ideas of how everyone can work together for the benefit … Read More
Supporting Students And Staff Who Have Experienced Trauma
In this 2nd part of Jacob Chastain’s interview, he dives into how he works to support students and staff who have experienced trauma in their lives. Connect with Jacob @heychastain on Instagram, @jacobchastain on Twitter Check out Jacob’s podcasts here: Teach Me, Teacher – https://open.spotify.com/show/4ItuFIErNUv7jpNVeeWMAX?si=55bb5da80d164b94 Craft & Draft – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/craft-draft/id1530648792 Be sure to check out Jacob’s new book ‘Writefully Empowered … Read More
S4 E09 – Sharing the Scene
Punk Rock Classrooms · S4 E09 – Sharing The Scene Josh and Mike are using this season to search their campuses and the educational world around them for examples of PASSION, UNITY, and DIY! The punk scene or community was something special for Mike and Josh. In education every classroom and every school has a scene. How are you and … Read More
Who Owns Your School’s Narrative?
TL;DR: Principals and school staff should search social media on a regular basis to analyze the message(s) students, families, and stakeholders are sharing about the school and its image. Learn how to positively contribute to that narrative by having a plan and including many voices. Communicate enough positive messages on a regular basis so that a negative post won’t ruin … Read More