Social media has become a prevalent part of our lives, and for many of us, it’s hard to imagine a day without scrolling through Instagram, TikTok, or Twitter. But have you ever considered how social media might be affecting your sleep? For the past few months, I have been disturbed, like REALLY DISTURBED, by crazy + vivid dreams. I often wake … Read More
A Culture of Connection Blog Series
A Culture of Connection Blog Series As administrators and educators, we have a responsibility to prioritize connections over compliance with staff and students. In March, Teach Better Team’s Admin Mastermind focused discussions around this topic. Check out the blog posts in this series to learn about strategies to maintain a positive culture in your school and emphasize connections over compliance! And … Read More
A Conversation with Mickey Smith Jr.
Mickey Smith Jr. is my guest today. He is a many things, but as he shares, it’s not what we DO, but what we BE that makes us who we are, which in turn can help us see our sound. We had a great conversation about passion, music, and authenticity. Check it out and share this episode with a friend! … Read More
A Conversation From the Couch Pt. 5: Elijah’s School Theme Song
Welcome back to The Shut Up and Teach Podcast! Today it’s my turn to discuss my theme song for this school year, Cinderella Man by Eminem. Tracey and I have a pretty deep conversation about what the song means to me. Please join us! MORE EPISODES
Sub Better: Set High Expectations for Learning
TL;DR: Student learning can still take place when the teacher is not there. Hold students accountable for their own learning every day. Providing high-quality materials for teaching and learning is a shared responsibility. Learn tips for teachers and administrators to set high expectations for learning. Set High Expectations for Learning Think back to your elementary school days. Do you remember … Read More
