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Teach Better Talk

702 EpisodesProduced by Teach Better TeamWebsite

Join the Teach Better Team as they welcome new faces into conversations around topics impacting schools around the room - committed to providing you tactical takeaways ready to be implemented tomorrow! Streaming weekly on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Twitch. Part of the Teach Better Podcast Netwo… read more

702 Episodes | 2018 - 2023

Growing with the Grid on Sunday Weekly Warm Up with Katie Miglin, Andrea Poston and Katie Kavanaugh.

March 20th, 2023

48:53

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Piece by piece problem-solving on #TeachBetter Wednesday Wake Up with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

March 16th, 2023

39:29

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Atomic Love with Bre Fennell and Liv Chan on Sunday Weekly Warm Up! #TeachBetter

March 13th, 2023

46:13

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3 Steps for Easy Assessing with Sara Jessee and Katie Miglin

March 11th, 2023

21:15

3 Steps for Easy Assessing with Sara Jessee and Katie Miglin - Monthly Quick Tip sponsored by the Teach Better Team + Remote Ed X Project

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The Gamers Mindset on Sunday Weekly Warm Up with Jon Spike & Rae Hughart

March 6th, 2023

45:38

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5 Strategies to Build a Trauma-Sensitive Classroom with Joshua Stamper

February 17th, 2023

26:54

5 Strategies to Build a Trauma-Sensitive Classroom with Joshua Stamper- Monthly Quick Tip sponsored by the Teach Better Team + Remote Ed X Project

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Joy List Essentials on Wednesday Wake Up with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

February 10th, 2023

42:52

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Grace, gratitude & lots of laughter to start YOUR week! Teaching Champion Brian Martin joins the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

February 6th, 2023

40:10

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Whispering concerns & business tips on Wednesday Wake Up with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

February 2nd, 2023

49:42

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Ready to do data better? Panelists Jen Manly, Ashley Hubner & Dr. Dave Schmittou join the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

January 30th, 2023

47:49

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Our guest RIZO speaks life, love & laughter! You won't want to miss this week's #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

January 23rd, 2023

38:15

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12 Hour LIVE reveal & Rae turns the tables on Brad! Don't miss this week's #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

January 16th, 2023

43:26

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Failing with a plan on #TeachBetter's Wednesday Wake Up with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

January 12th, 2023

35:14

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3 Strategies to Refresh Student Goal Setting with Rae Hughart

January 11th, 2023

18:25

3 Strategies to Refresh Student Goal Setting with Rae Hughart- Monthly Quick Tip sponsored by the Teach Better Team + Remote Ed X Project

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It's a New Year of growth & excitement for the #TeachBetter family! Don't miss the fun with Andrea Kalchbrenner, Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes on the Sunday Weekly Warmup!

January 9th, 2023

48:50

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Being present with Jo Koy on Wednesday Wake Up with Jeff Gargas & Rae Hughart #teachbetter

December 29th, 2022

46:23

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Helping your team identify what's important (LED Protocol) with Dave Schmittou

December 19th, 2022

28:56

Helping your team identify what's important (LED Protocol) with Dave Schmittou- Monthly Quick Tip sponsored by the Teach Better Team + Remote Ed X …

Ready to help students turn their passion for social justice into action? Join Lindsay Lyons, Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes on the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup!

December 19th, 2022

47:26

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Ready to take the leap into looping? Join BreAnn Fennell, Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes on the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup!

December 12th, 2022

41:15

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Intention, connection, compassion! SEL champion, speaker & podcaster Tré Gammage joins the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

December 5th, 2022

43:16

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Behavior Strategies for the Season! On #TeachBetter Wednesday Wake Up with Rae Hughart and Joshua Stamper.

December 1st, 2022

48:55

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How do we & our communities grow through service? Educators & servant leaders Carly Spina & Lindsay Titus join Brad Hughes on the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup!

November 28th, 2022

41:47

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Class is in session! Education student, speaker & podcaster DreTavius Parham joins the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

November 21st, 2022

41:30

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Pitfalls & Solutions to Mastery Learning Hiccups with Katie Miglin and Dana Curby

November 18th, 2022

24:35

Pitfalls & Solutions to Mastery Learning Hiccups with Katie Miglin and Dana Curby- Monthly Quick Tip sponsored by the Teach Better Team + Remote …

Get in the right headspace & heartspace for the week ahead with Suzanne Dailey & Brad Hughes on the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup!

November 14th, 2022

38:44

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Your next read on #TeachBetter Wednesday Wake Up with Rae Hughart & Joshua Stamper

November 10th, 2022

51:07

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Intentionally growing your PLN three minutes a week! Join the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup with Rae Hughart

November 7th, 2022

33:58

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Collective care is essential! Join the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup with Rae Hughart & Karen Evans!

October 31st, 2022

38:10

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Reflection 101 with #TeachBetter Wednesday Wake Up with Rae Hughart & Katie Miglin

October 26th, 2022

50:19

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It takes a village to support & retain new staff! Dr. Marcus Belin, Allyson Apsey & Joshua Stamper join the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

October 26th, 2022

50:54

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3 Strategies for Student Ownership with Rae Hughart

October 24th, 2022

20:11

3 Strategies for Student Ownership with Rae Hughart - Monthly Quick Tip sponsored by the Teach Better Team + Remote Ed X Project

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The Magic of Collaboration with Joshua Stamper and Erin Stack on #TeachBetter Wednesday Wake Up

October 14th, 2022

58:03

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Play? Yay! BreAnn Fennell starts our week with fun & engagement on the #TeacherBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

October 10th, 2022

43:58

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Hear author & educator Kevin Butler's challenge for our #TeachBetter community! Book it to the Sunday Weekly Warmup with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

October 3rd, 2022

44:40

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Always serving, always learning! Get to know #TeachBetter's Erin Healey on the Sunday Weekly Warmup with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

September 26th, 2022

43:24

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Collaborate & communicate BETTER! Panel guests Dana Curby, Dr. Neil Gupta & Dawn Harris join the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

September 19th, 2022

51:38

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Your 30 Second Challenge on #TeachBetter Wednesday Wake Up with Rae Hughart & Katie Miglin

September 15th, 2022

52:04

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Start fast, start small! Shift into a learner's mindset for the week ahead with guest Danae Acker! It's the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warmup with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

September 12th, 2022

40:09

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Aligning content on #TeachBetter Wednesday Wake Up with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

September 7th, 2022

43:42

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A jam session with Katie Miglin is music to our ears! Get tuned up for the week ahead with the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warm Up with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

September 6th, 2022

52:21

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Communication Scalability on #TeachBetter Wednesday Wake Up with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

September 1st, 2022

42:03

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Share your BEST self with others! Get grounded for the week ahead with guest Zac Bauermaster and the #TeachBetter Sunday Weekly Warm Up with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

August 29th, 2022

47:27

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Kicking off Show 1 of #TeachBetter Wednesday Wake Up with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

August 24th, 2022

48:17

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Weekly Warm-Up with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes 8/21/22

August 22nd, 2022

50:59

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Retreat Recap & Fall Plans with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

July 28th, 2022

30:06

Tune in every week for the Teach Better summer series! You won't want to miss out on all of the great conversations between Rae Hughart and Jeff Gargas!

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We answered YOUR questions! Is Friday's event on your Calendar? Listen in to the summer series with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

July 15th, 2022

16:04

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Torturous Conditions is the only answer with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas on this weeks episode #TeachBetter

July 9th, 2022

23:30

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Exploring all the shenanigans in our no name podcast with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

June 30th, 2022

28:48

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Week 2 Updates & Discounts with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas #TeachBetter

June 23rd, 2022

21:06

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Summer Episodes for the Summer Educator Life with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas #TeachBetter

June 13th, 2022

21:42

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Here for you--and doggone grateful YOU'RE here for US! This season's #DailyDropIn finale with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes

June 3rd, 2022

51:21

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Are you in the right position? Learn more on #Dailydropin with Rae Hughart & Briana Henderson

June 2nd, 2022

41:16

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Writing as a means toward being better on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Melanie Meehan

June 1st, 2022

48:15

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Let’s say “No” - and sometimes say “Hell Yes!” on #Dailydropin with Rae Hughart & Jen Manly

May 31st, 2022

47:52

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More than just horsing around! A little foal-ishness on #DailyDropIn with Jeff Gargas & Brad Hughes!

May 27th, 2022

46:59

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Your outdoor space is the perfect space for outdoor education! #DailyDropIn with Jeff Gargas and Becky Schnekser #TeachBetter

May 26th, 2022

53:21

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Discussing art, podcasts, and creating experiences outdoors with Jeff Gargas and Joshua Stamper on #DailyDropIn #TeachBetter

May 24th, 2022

48:57

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Changing it up, challenging yourself, and creating a different experience for kids. #DailyDropIn with Jeff Gargas and Dave Schmittou. #TeachBetter

May 23rd, 2022

43:54

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Surfacing hidden voices & an unexpected rescue! Recap the ups & downs with #TeachBetter's Katie Miglin & Brad Hughes on #DailyDropIn!

May 20th, 2022

43:36

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Advocating for design thinking and building your professional network with Jeff Gargas and Jason Reagin on #DailyDropIn #TeachBetter

May 19th, 2022

45:59

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Finding your core values to guide your mission with Jeff Gargas and Dr. Nick Sutton on #DailyDropIn #TeachBetter

May 18th, 2022

51:41

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Finding hidden voices through books and play... with a side of fries! #DailyDropIn with Katie Miglin and Jed Dearybury!

May 17th, 2022

57:19

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Choosing your three must haves & how to be an advocate on #Dailydropin with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

May 16th, 2022

49:24

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Every interaction is an opportunity for professional learning! Your weekly #DailyDropIn recap AND moment of Zen with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

May 13th, 2022

48:13

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Speech Therapy to support the whole child with Rae Hughart & Angie Andrus on #DailyDropIn

May 12th, 2022

41:37

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PD Structure, Sheep, and Mastermind changes on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Dr. Bryan Zwemke

May 11th, 2022

40:57

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Teacher burnout strategies that won’t burn you out! Check out this epic morning on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Chase Mielke

May 10th, 2022

43:00

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A Million Dollars + a Monkey + a Crew of Tuxedo Penguins = #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

May 9th, 2022

49:41

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Every caring adult in a child's life adds value! Appreciating the appreciators on the #DailyDropIn recap with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

May 6th, 2022

40:17

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Tech issues, BreAnn Fennell, & wishing you a wonderful Thursday on #DailyDropIn!

May 5th, 2022

29:24

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Relationship building with pits & peaks on #dailydropin with Rae Hughart & Taylor McCormick during Teacher appreciation week

May 4th, 2022

46:05

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Design Thinking & Teacher Application Week on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Sabba Quidwai

May 3rd, 2022

42:51

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Kicking off #TeacherAppreciationWeek with Rae Hughart & Katie Miglin on #DailyDropIn

May 2nd, 2022

47:42

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Don't be shellfish! If you see the good, SHARE the good! Recap the week with Dave Schmittou & Brad Hughes on #DailyDropIn!

April 29th, 2022

51:25

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Plan to take a risk on #DailyDropIn with Dave Schmittou and Dawn Harris

April 28th, 2022

48:16

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Challenge Yourself with Small Wins Today with John Alesch and Dave Schmittou on #DailyDropIn

April 27th, 2022

47:04

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Growing While Supporting: Leadership Starts with Empathy on #DailyDropIn

April 26th, 2022

44:13

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Mickey Smith Jr, Genein Letford, & more as we round out our #Teachbetter22 Lineup on #DailyDropIn

April 25th, 2022

45:50

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Course-correcting gently back to the center! A refresh-ing look back at a week of connections with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes! #DailyDropIn

April 22nd, 2022

43:29

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A morning habit to shift your mindset the whole day on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Maria Montroni-Currais

April 21st, 2022

45:18

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Leadership & Routines on the #DailyDropIn Morning Show with Rae Hughart & Dan Kreiness

April 20th, 2022

49:06

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Better and Better with Leadership & Routines here on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Thomas C Murray

April 19th, 2022

54:04

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We ain’t ok with DOK with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas on #DailyDropIn

April 18th, 2022

49:40

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Uplifting leadership and coffee flights! Rise & shine with the #DailyDropIn recap with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

April 15th, 2022

53:30

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Periodic Presidents on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart and Pj & Jamie Creek

April 14th, 2022

48:38

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Exploring leader ship through a new lens on #DailyDropIn with Jeff Gargas & Debbie Tannenbaum

April 13th, 2022

47:52

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Subscription boxes for teachers by teachers on #Dailydropin with Rae Hughart & Caitlin Smith

April 12th, 2022

46:05

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Popcorn Casserole, 2 New Speakers, & Monday Morning Vibes here on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

April 11th, 2022

52:12

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Lowering stress, revealing potential! Recap the week on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

April 8th, 2022

44:49

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We are all language learners on #dailydropin with Rae Hughart & Mona Towner

April 7th, 2022

48:30

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Atomic recommendations with tactical strategies on #Dailydropin with Rae Hughart & Adam Lester

April 6th, 2022

47:11

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Lowering stress to build capacity with meditation and essential oils on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart and Dr. Lillian Ardell

April 5th, 2022

39:12

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Cat Puke, World Holidays, and Jeff’s last show on #Dailydropin with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

April 4th, 2022

48:43

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Leveraging language to connect & inspire! You'll loaf the weekly recap with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes on #DaillyDropIn!

April 1st, 2022

49:45

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Language & PLN discussion on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart and Rachelle Dene Poth

March 31st, 2022

39:24

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A passion & commitment to reach all learners on #dailydropin with Rae Hughart & Lainie Rowell

March 30th, 2022

45:17

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“Can Not” vs “Do Not” on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Marie McCumber

March 29th, 2022

40:52

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Conference Announcements & plans for some sunshine on #Dailydropin with Rae Hughart & Dr Dave Schmittou

March 28th, 2022

42:42

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Our birthday week is a WRAP! Make sure you're PRESENT for the recap with Brad Hughes & Rae Hughart on #DailyDropIn!

March 25th, 2022

44:12

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Happy 7th Birthday from our family to yours! Join Co-Founders Jeff Gargas & Chad Ostrowski as we reminisce with Rae Hughart on #DailyDropIn

March 24th, 2022

57:23

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Obvious to you, Amazing to others. #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Jake Miller

March 23rd, 2022

50:16

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Whatever you do, do NOT click on this comment - #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Katie Miglin

March 22nd, 2022

49:30

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Reflecting on the last 7 years… birthday style! Join us all week as we celebrate the #TeachBetter Family Birthday on #DailyDropIn - todays show with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas!

March 21st, 2022

54:10

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Bridge the gap between that moment of inspiration & sharing your story! Join Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes for a recap of this week's #DailyDropIn!

March 18th, 2022

49:04

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Communication Essentials teacher to teacher is only the beginning of this green 💚 heart filled morning on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Jennifer Abrams

March 17th, 2022

44:01

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FREE Course Featuring Teach Better Team Member Andrea Kalchbrenner explores how to get into Edu Speaking on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart

March 16th, 2022

51:07

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Project Based Learning + Conference Speaking Tips & Tricks on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Todd Stanley

March 15th, 2022

52:15

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Featured speakers, course launches, & pie for all! Join Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas on #DailyDropIn

March 14th, 2022

53:04

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Creativity, community & SO much to CELEBRATE! Recap the week on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes!

March 11th, 2022

52:32

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Tech Integration & Creativity will lead to innovate practices- are you ready? Join Rae Hughart & Danae Acker on the #DailyDropIn

March 10th, 2022

43:22

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Slow Down - Students are Learning! #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Erin Mengeu

March 9th, 2022

44:53

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Tall Tech Refresh! Are you typing with red lines under each word? Join Rae Hughart & Ashely Haynes on #DailyDropIn

March 8th, 2022

37:51

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SPOILERS, Birthdays, & a Tech Refresh on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas!

March 7th, 2022

45:06

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Right data--right reasons, 99 holidays & chocolate frogs! Hop to it & recap the week with Brad Hughes & Dave Schmittou on #DailyDropIn!

March 4th, 2022

56:09

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A DNA Challenge, Student Trauma, & Lifetime Connections here on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Tom Hierck

March 3rd, 2022

49:22

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How your survey data can enact change school wide on #DailyDropIn with Rae Hughart & Brian Callaghan

March 2nd, 2022

49:17

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How we can conduct research in our school buildings, classrooms, or at a district level to ensure that we are best supporting our kiddos! Join Rae Hughart & Sara Lane as we dive deeper #dailydropin

March 1st, 2022

43:14

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Keynote Announcement, Early Bird Pricing, & Proposals Opening - all in one show! Join us LIVE for #dailydropin with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas

February 28th, 2022

50:56

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DAA-ta? DAY-ta? Soup or stew? Recap the HOT topics & celebrate your small wins that lead to BIG gains! It's Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes on #DailyDropIn!

February 25th, 2022

52:36

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Direct Feedback & the impact on an aspiring educator with Rae Hughart & Rachel Stymiest on #DailyDropIn

February 24th, 2022

40:24

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Educational Leadership begins with setting long term goals to chase who you want to be in 10 Years! Join Rae Hughart & Dr Marcus Belin on #Dailydropin

February 23rd, 2022

41:38

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Small Steps & Big Gains is just the start of todays #DailyDropIn show! Join Rae Hughart & Erin Healey as they explore how to better help YOURSELF take care of YOU!

February 22nd, 2022

43:02

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It’s Monday & we are talking Sticky Buns & Goals to Help Us Reach Success with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas on #DailyDropIn

February 21st, 2022

59:12

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There's safety & JOY in the relationships around us! Recap the week with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes on #DailyDropIn!

February 18th, 2022

52:40

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Love, leadership & café au laits! Talking connection & learning with Brad Hughes & Tiffany Copple on #DailyDropIn!

February 17th, 2022

55:04

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NEW Course Launch, EDUprotocols, & Resources to support your innovative thinking with Rae Hughart & Adam Moler on #DailyDropIn

February 16th, 2022

40:37

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Infinity Groups & the power of a High School to impact student success with Rae Hughart & Henry Turner on #Dailydropin

February 15th, 2022

41:57

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BIG NEWS with a Valentines Celebration, Super Bowl Champs, #TeachBetter22 Speaker Announcement, & so much more with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas on #DailyDropIn

February 14th, 2022

43:33

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C'mon, get HAPPY with Rae Hughart & Brad Hughes and recap a LOVE-ly week on #DailyDropIn!

February 11th, 2022

45:37

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Happy Feed & Teacher Tips on mindset with Rae Hughart & Rob Dunlop on #DailyDropIn

February 10th, 2022

50:54

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Evaluating your happiness baseline with Rae Hughart & Kim Strobel on #DailyDropIn

February 9th, 2022

45:30

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Finding what you love, the power of laughter, and destroying "the box" with Jeff Gargas and Jed Dearbury on #DailyDropIn #TeachBetter

February 8th, 2022

50:22

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12 Hour Live Agenda & Getting Ready for a Week of LOVE with Rae Hughart & Jeff Gargas on #DailyDropIn

February 7th, 2022

40:45

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Setting up stakeholders for communication success! Squirrels & space! Recap the week on #DailyDropIn with Rae & Brad!

February 4th, 2022

49:15

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Authentic Communication begins with Routines on #DailyDropIn with Rae & Holly

February 3rd, 2022

50:24

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Coffee Ground Shoes & Education Essentials with Dave & Julie on #DailyDropIn

February 3rd, 2022

52:12

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Parent communication boundaries & how mediums can effect your message on #DailyDropIn with Rae & Jessica!

February 1st, 2022

42:44

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#TeachBetter22 Conference Featured Speakers Announcement & Kicking Off your Week with a way to Refresh your skills with Rae & Jeff on #DailyDropIn

January 31st, 2022

50:54

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It's a bloomin' good Friday! Let's get growing with a recap of the week with Brad & Rae on #DailyDropIn!

January 28th, 2022

53:16

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Rap, Hip Hop, & Reflection that won’t skip a beat! Join us on #DailyDropIn with Rae & James

January 27th, 2022

43:48

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Bringing your authentic self as an educator to the classroom every day with Rae & Selena on #DailyDropIn

January 26th, 2022

43:14

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FREE Teacher Swag #Flex4Teachers & Vocational School discussions with Rae & Justin on #DailyDropIn

January 25th, 2022

40:52

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Hot Colors, Authentic Moments, & big spoilers with Rae & Jeff on #DailyDropIn

January 24th, 2022

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Squirrels, socks & student voice! Embrace a great week on #DailyDropIn with Brad & Rae!

January 21st, 2022

49:18

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Multilingual Learners, Music, & Environmental Influence - OH My! Join Rae & Carly on #DailyDropIn

January 20th, 2022

50:48

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Not just reminders, but tactical challenges on building relationships with students with Rae & Alexia on #DailyDropIn

January 19th, 2022

42:41

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An Educators Impact through Cancer, Video Production, and a drive to stay transparent with Rae & Dino on #DailyDropIn

January 18th, 2022

44:02

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Setting up the week with Katie & Rae on #DailyDropIn as we dive into inviting students into the design process

January 17th, 2022

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Love languages & a week of BOLD conversations. Recap it all with Rae & Brad on #DailyDropIn!

January 14th, 2022

59:17

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Calling all Millennials… Share your voice! Join the BOLD Conventions with Rae & Shaquira!

January 13th, 2022

44:52

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Bold Conversations with Actionable Conclusions - Take progress in supporting students into your own hands with Rae & Seema on #DailyDropIn

January 12th, 2022

50:25

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Have you outgrown your role at your school building? Join Rae & Traniece on #DailyDropIn

January 11th, 2022

49:02

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Bold Conversations, Weekly Reminders, & Celebrations - Lets get out there and Teach Better with Rae & Jeff on #DailyDropIn

January 10th, 2022

52:12

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Getting intentional about community well-being. Over a slice of pizza! Recap the week with Rae & Brad on #DailyDropIn

January 7th, 2022

58:05

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#balancelife, NBCT, & Equitable Practices with Rae & Tanya on #DailydropIn

January 6th, 2022

47:51

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Self Care with the Happy Teacher Revolution with Rae & Danna on #DailyDropIn

January 5th, 2022

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Make An Impact - Setting the tone for 2022 with Jeff and Tracy on #DailyDropIn

January 4th, 2022

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Kicking off 2022 with Rae & Jeff on #DailyDropIn! Get ready for Spoilers!

January 3rd, 2022

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Build a Grid Series: Writing Edition! #DailyDropIn #TheGridMethod #Training

December 31st, 2021

59:25

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Build a Grid Series: Math Edition! #DailyDropIn #TheGridMethod #Training

December 30th, 2021

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Build a Grid Series: Social Studies Edition! #DailyDropIn #TheGridMethod #Training

December 29th, 2021

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Build a Grid Series: Reading Edition! #DailyDropIn

December 28th, 2021

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Build a Grid Series: Science Edition! #DailyDropIn

December 28th, 2021

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Traditions, tracking Santa & sippin' cocoa! Join Rae & Brad for #dailydropin! Whipped cream not included.

December 24th, 2021

55:36

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We are moving to Florida and running for school board! Join #dailydropin with Rae & La-Shanda!

December 23rd, 2021

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How Transitions can foster stronger relationships with students - with Rae & Omar on #DailyDropIn

December 22nd, 2021

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Your first 5 min with Rae & Kari on #dailydropin

December 21st, 2021

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Hang on to your naked cookies with Rae & Katie on #dailydropin

December 20th, 2021

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Inclusive design, undersea chatter & hot cocoa with sprinkles! Join Rae & Brad to recap a SWEET week on #DailyDropIn!

December 18th, 2021

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Building Trust and Breathing Room ... Join Jeff & Allyson Apsey on #DailyDropIn

December 16th, 2021

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Tech Tips, UDL, & a Sour Cup Cake... Join Rae & Monica on #DailyDropIn

December 16th, 2021

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Supporting all Learners, Especially those who are New Language Learners over on #DailyDropIn with Rae & Kris!

December 14th, 2021

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Kicking off a Killer Week with Jeff & Rae - WARNING: Shenanigans Present on #DailyDropIn

December 13th, 2021

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Scuba, Snoozing, & Strategic Tech Integration with Rae & Brad on #DailyDropIn

December 10th, 2021

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Leadership, EdTech, and books galore! Join Rae & Mike on #DailyDropIn

December 9th, 2021

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Equity, Tech, & all the essentials on #DailyDropIn with Rae & Hedreich!

December 8th, 2021

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Work hard and be kind. Talking special education and supporting teachers with Jeff & Liza on #DailyDropIn

December 7th, 2021

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Goofing around with Rae & Jeff on #DailyDropIn on a chilly Monday morning.

December 6th, 2021

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Brads Birthday Celebration! Join Rae & Brad on #DailyDropIn

December 4th, 2021

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The strategy of power dynamics with Rae & Marissa on #DailyDropIn

December 2nd, 2021

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STEM School Meyhem! Join Rae & Chelsea on #DailyDropIn

December 1st, 2021

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Celebrations, Dancing Zoom Calls, and a Bags Tournament?! Join Rae & Mike on #DailyDropIn

November 30th, 2021

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Monday Morning Catch Up and Sour Desserts tasty enough for Cyber Monday! Join Rae & Jeff on #DailyDropIn

November 29th, 2021

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Team Building and Leadership with Rae & Jami on #DailyDropIn!

November 24th, 2021

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Lifting others lifts you, too! Imparting joy with Brad & Jillian on #DailyDropIn!

November 22nd, 2021

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Celebration + Creativity = Fridays on #DailyDropIn with Rae & Brad!

November 20th, 2021

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Spoken word, Lo Fi Hip-Hop, and mastery for all. Join Jeff & James on #DailyDropIn

November 18th, 2021

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Ready to take notes? Join us through some reflection with Rae & Vernon on #DailyDropIn

November 17th, 2021

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Mental Health & a new podcast to explore! Join Rae & Efrain on #dailydropin

November 16th, 2021

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THE BIG details of a Wacky Week with Jeff & Rae on #DailyDropIn

November 15th, 2021

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Winners Announces & Parallel Parking Solved! Join Rae & Brad on #DailyDropIn

November 12th, 2021

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Connected Educators UNITE! Join Rae & Neil for #dailydropin

November 11th, 2021

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Coffee filters, big hugs, and killer keynotes! Join Rae & Becky on #Dailydropin

November 10th, 2021

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Serendipity moments here on #DailyDropIn with Rae & Allyson

November 9th, 2021

46:14

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We are headed back in time to #TeachBetter19. Lets get it! Join #DailyDropIn with Rae & Jeff

November 8th, 2021

59:28

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The last few min - Reset. Refresh. Renew! Join #Dailydropin with Rae & Brad

November 5th, 2021

56:20

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Stakeholder involvement & intentional Formative Assessments - Oh my! Join Rae & Jennifer on #DailyDropIn

November 4th, 2021

47:05

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Do you feel like this is a safe space? Join Rae & Damien as they challenge your thinking on #dailydropin

November 3rd, 2021

49:13

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Helping kids understand the importance of celebrating our different backgrounds. #dailydropin with Jeff and guest Mikki Hernandez

November 2nd, 2021

46:25

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New week. New theme. New exciting shenanigans! Join Rae and Jeff on #DailyDropIn

November 1st, 2021

46:25

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What is this teaching you? #dailydropin with Rae & Brad

October 29th, 2021

46:44

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Raise the BARR! Join Angie & Rae on #DailyDropIn

October 28th, 2021

47:27

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Creativity Brain Science will really leave you thinking! Join Genein & Rae on #DailyDropIn

October 27th, 2021

49:13

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Efficient and effective data collection practices with Rae & Hajj on #DailyDropIn!

October 26th, 2021

44:52

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Monday vibes with Rae & Jeff on #DailyDropIn!

October 25th, 2021

53:04

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Recapping the week & taking your questions LIVE on #Dailydropin with Brad & Rae! #HappyFriday

October 22nd, 2021

57:04

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Branding, Blogging, Book Writing - Oh My! Join Evan & Rae on #DailyDropIn

October 21st, 2021

47:43

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Open doors & knock on doors with John & Rae on #DailyDropIn

October 20th, 2021

54:56

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Share your sound! #DailyDropIn is LIVE with #teachbetter Speakers Network Member Mickey Smith Jr & Rae

October 19th, 2021

51:48

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Can we talk branding? After this start, maybe not! Haha Join #DailyDropIn with Jeff & Rae.

October 18th, 2021

58:25

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Recap the week with Brad & Rae on #DailyDropIn! (please wash your hands first) Todays the day!

October 15th, 2021

59:29

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Mastery, Math, & Mega Reflection! Join #DailyDropIn with Rae & Meghan!

October 14th, 2021

58:02

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Katie + Rae = Mega Mastery Learning Tips! Join #DailyDropIn with this crazy crew.

October 13th, 2021

50:45

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Reading, Writing, & that small next step! Join Rae & Andrea on #DailyDropIn

October 12th, 2021

52:54

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Don't Snooze On Mastery Learning. Join #DailyDropIn with Jeff and Rae as they discuss why now is a great time to try mastery learning in your classroom.

October 11th, 2021

55:05

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Feelings on Fluffernutter? Join Rae & Brad as they dive into recapping the week, sleeping on the job, and eating sandwiches! #Dailydropin

October 8th, 2021

58:28

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Go get some sleep after we talk SCIENCE! Join Rae & Chris on #DailyDropIn

October 7th, 2021

47:11

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Get SCHOOLED on your self talk language use on #DailyDropIn with Jeff & Lillian!

October 6th, 2021

59:38

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Be a Maverik in your approach to #YouTime! Join Rae & Erik on #DailyDropIn

October 5th, 2021

57:11

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How’s your teacher guilt? Cinnamon rolls may help. Join the conversation this week with Rae & Jeff on #DailyDropIn

October 4th, 2021

53:13

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Questioning these technology issues. Join Rae as we recap the week on #DailyDropIn

October 1st, 2021

48:43

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Asking questions through an EL lens With Jeff and Amanda #DailyDropin

September 30th, 2021

55:57

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Questioning examples to change your life! Join Rae & Dave on #DailyDropIn

September 29th, 2021

54:39

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How you 'consume the answers' to the questions you pose is one of the largest measures of success. What questions are you asking? Join #DailyDropIn with Rae & Tom

September 28th, 2021

57:37

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QUESTIONING is an essential skill! Are you up for enhancing your craft? Join #DailyDropIn with Rae & Jeff!

September 27th, 2021

51:19

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Let’s discuss the three questions you need to reflect on your communication! #dailydropin with Rae & Brad

September 24th, 2021

56:50

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Aspire to improve your reflection & communication skills with Rae & Josh on #dailydropin

September 23rd, 2021

53:37

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Reflecting on your communication practices with Rae & Debbie on #DailyDropIn

September 22nd, 2021

50:17

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Communication via Video is just one way to get the conversation started! #DailyDropIn with Rae & Evin

September 21st, 2021

51:40

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Kicking our week off with some reflection on our communication practices! #DailyDropIn with Rae & Jeff

September 20th, 2021

48:57

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Celebrating the life an outstanding member of the teach better family. Join Rae & Brad as we come together in community for #dailydropin

September 17th, 2021

58:50

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Shifting your language to best support all types of individuals - #DailyDropIn with Rae & Cait!

September 16th, 2021

52:57

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The ART of Questioning can lead you toward more Equitable Practices - #DailyDropIn with Rae & Steven!

September 15th, 2021

50:33

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Children’s books are your gateway to approaching new concepts in your classroom - #DailyDropIn with Rae & Jed!

September 14th, 2021

55:34

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Equity and Inclusion: how to make small steps to enact change - Join #DailyDropIn with Rae & Jeff!

September 13th, 2021

52:29

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Evaluating your capacity: How are you using this reflection to make choices throughout your day? Join #DailyDropIn with Rae & Brad!

September 10th, 2021

57:13

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Questioning to enact change? Your culture may rely on it! You won't want to miss #DailyDropIn with Rae & Katie!

September 9th, 2021

56:48

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Being a Strong Staff Member vs being a Strong Teacher... you won't want to miss #DailyDropIn with Rae & Andrea!

September 8th, 2021

55:53

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Getting ready for the week after a day away for Labor Day with Rae & Jeff! - Join us on #DailyDropIn

September 7th, 2021

44:32

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Traffic Flow, Decluttering, & celebrations to kick off your Friday! - you won't want to miss #DailyDropIn with Rae & Brad!

September 3rd, 2021

58:20

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Intentionally putting JOY in your environment to reach success!- you won't want to miss #DailyDropIn with Rae & Carly!

September 2nd, 2021

56:56

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Gamify your environment Today!- you won't want to miss #DailyDropIn with Rae & Dustin!

September 1st, 2021

53:53

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Tuesday, 8/31/21 - Rae Hughart and Claude Larson

August 31st, 2021

58:38

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Monday, 8/30/21 - Rae Hughart and Jeff Gargas

August 30th, 2021

55:07

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Friday, 8/27/21 - Rae Hughart and Brad Hughes

August 27th, 2021

58:47

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Thursday, 8/26/21 - Jeff Gargas and Mike Szczepanik

August 26th, 2021

58:18

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Wednesday, 8/25/21 - Rae Hughart and Bryan Zwemke

August 25th, 2021

53:08

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Tuesday, 8/24/21 - Rae Hughart and Lindsay Titus

August 24th, 2021

53:15

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Monday, 8/23/21 - Rae Hughart and Jeff Gargas

August 23rd, 2021

55:02

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Friday, 8/20/21- Rae Hughart and Brad Hughes

August 20th, 2021

59:22

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Thursday, 8/19/21- Rae Hughart and Meghan Hosey

August 19th, 2021

56:21

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Wednesday, 8/18/21- Rae Hughart and Hunter Flesh

August 18th, 2021

1:00:29

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Tuesday, 8/17/21- Rae Hughart and Livia Chan

August 17th, 2021

1:00:14

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Monday, 8/16/21- Dave Schmittou and Katie Miglin

August 16th, 2021

1:01:12

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Friday 8/13/21 - Rae Hughart and Dr. Neil Gupta

August 13th, 2021

59:43

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Thursday 8/12/21 - Rae Hughart and Holly Stuart

August 12th, 2021

55:31

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Wednesday 8/11/21 - Rae Hughart and Brad Hughes

August 11th, 2021

1:01:04

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Tuesday, 8/9/21 - Rae Hughart and Katie Miglin

August 10th, 2021

1:00:20

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Monday, 8/9/21 - Rae Hughart and Jeff Gargas

August 9th, 2021

58:28

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Friday, 8/6/21- Rae Hughart and Dave Schmittou

August 6th, 2021

1:00:17

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Thursday, 8/5/21- Rae Hughart and Katelynn Giordano

August 5th, 2021

54:28

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Wednesday, 8/4/21- Rae Hughart and Amanda Bolon

August 4th, 2021

59:38

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Tuesday, 8/3/21- Rae Hughart and Brad Hughes

August 3rd, 2021

58:38

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Monday, 8/2/21 - Rae Hughart and Jeff Gargas

August 2nd, 2021

57:55

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276: Marie McCumber chats with us about her joy and passion for teaching elementary education at the Ohio State School of the Blind

July 29th, 2021

36:35

Marie McCumber chats with us about her joy and passion for teaching elementary education at the Ohio State School of the Blind.

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275: Paul Emerich France chats with us about all of the ventures and experiences he has had within the education space and how we can reclaim personalized learning for students.

July 26th, 2021

35:39

Paul Emerich France chats with us about all of the ventures and experiences he has had within the education space and how we can reclaim personalized …

BONUS - Balancing Your Morning With Jeff Gargas and Tre Gammage (12 Hour Live Event - July 14th)

July 22nd, 2021

30:08

In this bonus episodes we shared the audio from the recent 12 Hour Live Event the Teach Better Team put together on July 14th. In this specific …

274: Traniece Brown-Warrens chats with us about serving students and helping them reach their ultimate potential

July 19th, 2021

32:03

Traniece Brown-Warrens chats with us about serving students and helping them reach their ultimate potential.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/

273: Howard Blumenthal chats with us about intersection of human progress, future-mindedness, technology, media, and the future of learning in the 21st century

July 12th, 2021

36:43

Howard Blumenthal chats with us about intersection of human progress, future-mindedness, technology, media, and the future of learning in the 21st …

272: Marsha Tufft chats with us about her work in education and passion for getting kids involved in STEM

July 5th, 2021

39:58

Marsha Tufft chats with us about her work in education and passion for getting kids involved in STEM!

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/marshatafft

BONUS - Guest Blog Book Study - With Rae Hughart, Livia Chan, and Kari Pitstick (12 Hour Live Event)

July 1st, 2021

30:20

In this bonus episodes we shared the audio from the recent 12 Hour Live Event the entire Teach Better Team had earlier in April. In this specific episode, Rae Hughart, Livia Chan and Kari Pitstick highlight and discuss …

271: Sam Demma chats with us about the impact he is making in schools and how he is helping them create a culture of hope and service

June 28th, 2021

32:47

Sam Demma chats with us about the impact he is making in schools and how he is helping them create a culture of hope and service.

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BONUS - Fight Song - Kim Bearden and Rae Hughart (12 Hour Live Event)

June 24th, 2021

1:02:00

In this bonus episodes we shared the audio from the recent 12 Hour Live Event the entire Teach Better Team had earlier in April. In this specific episode, Rae Hughart and Kim Bearden discuss all things education and …

270: Terrell Strayhorn chats with us about the current state of education and all of the ways in which he is active and involved in helping students achieve success

June 21st, 2021

46:46

270: Terrell Strayhorn chats with us about the current state of education and all of the ways in which he is active and involved in helping students …

BONUS - Let's Talk Educator SEL - With Mandy Froehlich and Joshua Stamper (12 Hour Live Event)

June 17th, 2021

59:30

In this bonus episodes we shared the audio from the recent 12 Hour Live Event the entire Teach Better Team had earlier in April. In this specific episode, Mandy Froehlich and Joshua Stamper discussed an extremely …

269: Casey Jakubowski chats with us about the current state of education and the work he is doing as a coach and consultant to help educators become their best!

June 14th, 2021

33:56

Casey Jakubowski chats with us about the current state of education and the work he is doing as a coach and consultant to help educators become their …

BONUS - How To Be An Equity Advocate - With Katelynn Giordano, Hedreich Nichols, and Dr. Sheldon Eakins (12 Hour Live Event)

June 10th, 2021

1:02:46

In this bonus episodes we shared the audio from the recent 12 Hour Live Event the entire Teach Better Team had earlier in April. In this specific …

268: Danny Bauer chats with us about educational leadership and how he helps out-of-the-box school leaders make change happen in education

June 7th, 2021

33:32

Danny Bauer chats with us about educational leadership and how he helps out-of-the-box school leaders make change happen in education.

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BONUS - Bi-Weekly Administrator Mastermind Rewind & LIVE Family Q&A with Rae Hughart, Dave Schmittou and Lindsay Titus (May 31st, 2021)

June 5th, 2021

46:31

In this bonus episode, Rae Hughart, Dave Schmittou and Lindsay Titus go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and discussions that took place in our Administrator Mastermind, as well as providing a a Bi-Weekly …

BONUS - Back To Engagement - With Katie Miglin and Kevin Butler (12 Hour Live Event)

June 2nd, 2021

29:08

In this bonus episodes we shared the audio from the recent 12 Hour Live Event the entire Teach Better Team had earlier in April. In this specific episode, Katie Miglin and Kevin Butler got together to share and discuss …

267: Rachael George chats with us about her journey from fighting wildland fires for the U.S. Forest Service to becoming the principal of Sandy Grove Elementary School

May 31st, 2021

34:39

Rachael George chats with us about her journey from fighting wildland fires for the U.S. Forest Service to becoming the principal of Sandy Grove …

BONUS - Finding Your Sound - With Rae Hughart, Becky Thal, and Mickey Smith Jr (12 Hour Live Event)

May 27th, 2021

1:00:49

In this bonus episodes we shared the audio from the recent 12 Hour Live Event the entire Teach Better Team had earlier in April. In this specific episode, Rae Hughart, Becky Thal, and Mickey Smith Jr. all got together …

266: Jed Dearybury chats with us about the work he is doing leading professional development across the country and training the next generation of teachers

May 24th, 2021

36:59

Jed Dearybury chats with us about the work he is doing leading professional development across the country and training the next generation of teachers, as well as his accomplishments as a 2nd grade teacher, where he …

BONUS - Bi-Weekly Administrator Mastermind Rewind & LIVE Family Q&A with Rae Hughart and Livia Chan (May 16th, 2021)

May 22nd, 2021

1:08:21

In this bonus episode, both Rae Hughart and Livia Chan go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and discussions that took place in our Administrator Mastermind, as well as providing a a Bi-Weekly Check In with …

BONUS - Focus on the Focus: Week 5 Episode

May 19th, 2021

1:07:00

This is the last and final episode from the Focus on the Focus series with Katelynn and Dave, where they discuss all things related to grading, assessment, and feedback support for educators! Tune it to learn more about …

265: Dan Fouts chats with us about inquiry based learning, putting students at the center of the classroom and building strong relationships with them.

May 17th, 2021

31:07

Dan Fouts chats with us about inquiry based learning, putting students at the center of the classroom and building strong relationships with them.

BONUS - Focus on the Focus: Week 4 Episode

May 12th, 2021

1:03:04

Every Wednesday from 7pm-8pm EST Katelynn and Dave host the Focus on the Focus series, where they discuss all things related to grading, assessment, and feedback support for educators! Tune it to learn more about …

264: Clement Townsend chats with us about how he is helping educators and students improve their skills by integrating video creation into everyday instruction

May 10th, 2021

33:54

Clement Townsend chats with us about how he is helping educators and students improve their skills by integrating video creation into everyday instruction 

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/clementtownsend

Clement's …

BONUS - Bi-Weekly Administrator Mastermind Rewind & LIVE Family Q&A with Rae Hughart and Livia Chan (May 2nd, 2021)

May 8th, 2021

53:11

In this bonus episode, both Rae and LivBONUS - Bi-Weekly Administrator Mastermind Rewind & LIVE Family Q&A with Rae Hughart and Livia Chan (May 2nd, 2021) go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and …

BONUS - Focus on the Focus: Week 3 Episode

May 5th, 2021

1:02:20

Every Wednesday from 7pm-8pm EST Katelynn and Dave host the Focus on the Focus series, where they discuss all things related to grading, assessment, and feedback support for educators! Tune it to learn more about …

263: David Frangiosa chats with us about going gradeless in his classes and the amazing work he is doing to help educate others on this instructional change

May 3rd, 2021

35:33

David Frangiosa chats with us about going gradeless in his classes and the amazing work he is doing to help educate others on this instructional change. 

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/davidfrangiosa

David's …

BONUS - Focus on the Focus: Week 2 Episode

April 28th, 2021

1:02:46

Every Wednesday from 7pm-8pm EST Katelynn and Dave host the Focus on the Focus series, where they discuss all things related to grading, assessment, and feedback support for educators! Tune it to learn more about …

262: Sharon Porter chats with us about all of the amazing things she is doing within education, as well as many of the valuable lessons she has learned over her 30 years of experience in education

April 26th, 2021

34:44

Sharon Porter chats with us about all of the amazing things she is doing within education, as well as many of the valuable lessons she has learned over her 30 years of experience in education.

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BONUS - Bi-Weekly Administrator Mastermind Rewind & LIVE Family Q&A with Rae Hughart and Dave Schmittou (April 18th, 2021)

April 24th, 2021

1:12:26

In this bonus episode, both Rae and Dave go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and discussions that took place in our Administrator Mastermind, as well as providing a a Bi-Weekly Check In with our Teach …

BONUS - Focus on the Focus: Week 1 Episode

April 21st, 2021

59:48

Every Wednesday from 7pm-8pm EST Katelynn and Dave host the Focus on the Focus series, where they discuss all things related to grading, assessment, and feedback support for educators! Tune it to learn more about …

261: Patricia Dickenson chats with us about her role as a Course Lead at National University, where she focuses her efforts on teacher professional development

April 19th, 2021

36:35

Patricia Dickenson chats with us about her role as a Course Lead at National University, where she focuses her efforts on teacher professional …

BONUS - Finding Balance (Conversation from Wednesday's Brain Break with Jeff Gargas and Dave Schmittou)

April 18th, 2021

42:09

Every Wednesday at 5pm EST Jeff and Dave host the Teach Better Team Brain Break. Recently during one of their Brain Break sessions, Jeff and Dave got on the topic of finding balance in life and had a great conversation …

260: Dustin Pearson chats with us about the power of relationships and working together to thrive and evolve as educators

April 15th, 2021

30:48

Dustin Pearson chats with us about the power of relationships and working together to thrive and evolve as educators. Dustin is a 7th grade special …

259: AJ Bianco chats with us about being a middle school vice principal and his passions for education, educational technology, and leadership

April 12th, 2021

32:04

AJ Bianco chats with us about being a middle school vice principal and his passions for education, educational technology, and leadership. AJ is also …

BONUS - Bi-Weekly Administrator Mastermind Rewind & LIVE Family Q&A with Rae Hughart and Dave Schmittou (April 4th, 2021)

April 11th, 2021

54:58

In this bonus episode, both Rae and Dave go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and discussions that took place in our Administrator Mastermind, as well as providing a a Bi-Weekly Check In with our Teach …

258: Debbie Tannenbaum chats with us about the power of working collaboratively with other educators to use technology to help amplify student learning and empower student voice

April 8th, 2021

31:50

Debbie Tannenbaum chats with us about the power of working collaboratively with other educators to use technology to help amplify student learning …

257: Sara Jessee chats with us about keeping education fun and creative no matter the situation, which Sara strives to accomplish every day as the drama director at Evans MS.

April 5th, 2021

32:59

Sara Jessee chats with us about keeping education fun and creative no matter the situation, which Sara strives to accomplish every day as the drama director at Evans MS.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/sarajessee

BONUS - Shifting Towards A New Future of Instruction - Rae Hughart's TEDXNormal Talk

April 4th, 2021

14:06

We're really excited to bring you this special bonus episode! In this episode we are highlighting a recent talk Rae Hughart gave during the TEDxNormal event last month. In her talk, Rae discusses the challenges and …

256: LeeAnn Lindsey and Kristen Mattson chat with us about digital citizenship and the skills and mindsets students need to be active, empowered digital citizens

April 1st, 2021

44:29

LeeAnn Lindsey and Kristen Mattson chat with us about digital citizenship and the skills and mindsets students need to be active, empowered digital citizens

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255: Jacob Kohut chats with us about being an elementary and middle school music instructor, a member of the DC national guard and a future professional musician

March 29th, 2021

34:10

Jacob Kohut chats with us about being an elementary and middle school music instructor, a member of the DC national guard and a future professional …

BONUS - Bi-Weekly Administrator Mastermind Rewind & LIVE Family Q&A with Rae Hughart and Dave Schmittou (March 21st, 2021)

March 28th, 2021

57:41

In this bonus episode, both Rae and Dave go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and discussions that took place in our Administrator Mastermind, as well as providing a a Bi-Weekly Check In with our Teach …

BONUS - Katelynn Giordano's & Dave Schmittou's 12 Hour Live Session On The Philosophy and Practice of Grading And Assessing

March 25th, 2021

1:02:30

In this bonus episode, we pulled the audio from Katelynn's and Dave's 12 Hour Live session on the philosophy and practice of grading and assessing. …

254: Leah Moore chats with us about teaching high school English and Theatre, while also fighting to change the narrative around stories of disabilities

March 22nd, 2021

28:40

Leah Moore chats with us about teaching high school English and Theatre, while also fighting to change the narrative around stories of disabilities

BONUS - Jeff Gargas, Katelynn Giordano and Dave Schmittou chat about grading and assessment in today's classroom (March 18th, 2021)

March 18th, 2021

49:29

In this bonus episode, Jeff, Katelynn and Dave dive deep to discuss  grading and assessment in today's classrooms. Throughout the conversation, all three discuss the meaning and purpose behind grading and assessments …

253: Kari Pitstick chats with us about her passion for education and helping others, whether that be in her middle school classroom or working with the Teach Better Team!

March 15th, 2021

34:02

Kari Pitstick chats with us about her passion for education and helping others, whether that be in her middle school classroom or working with the …

BONUS - Bi-Weekly Administrator Mastermind Rewind & LIVE Family Q&A with Rae Hughart and Dave Schmittou (March 7th, 2021)

March 11th, 2021

53:03

In this bonus episode, both Rae and Dave go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and discussions that took place in our Administrator Mastermind, as well as providing a a Bi-Weekly Check In with our Teach …

252: Michelle Kasun chats with us about teaching using a standards based grading approach and focusing on providing truly student centered instruction

March 8th, 2021

37:59

Michelle Kasun chats with us about teaching using a standards based grading approach and focusing on providing truly student centered instruction

251: Joan McArthur-Blair and Jeanie Cockell chat with us about building resiliency and how to build and create positive futures

March 1st, 2021

35:10

Joan McArthur-Blair and Jeanie Cockell chat with us about building resiliency and how to build and create positive futures.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/joanmcarthur-blairjeaniecockell

Joan's and Jeanie's …

BONUS - Bi-Weekly Administrator Mastermind Rewind & LIVE Family Q&A with Rae Hughart and Dave Schmittou (February 21st, 2021)

February 28th, 2021

1:06:28

In this bonus episode, both Rae and Dave go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and discussions that took place in our Administrator Mastermind, as well as providing a a Bi-Weekly Check In with our Teach …

250: Hunter Flesch chats with us about being and young & hungry educator who's focused on being a positive servant leader that's all in on taking risks and learning from failure

February 22nd, 2021

37:41

Hunter Flesch chats with us about being and young & hungry educator who's focused on being a positive servant leader that's all in on taking risks and learning from failure. 

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249: Dan Edwards chats with us about his mission to build a school community of meaningful relationships that extends both inside and out of his school.

February 18th, 2021

38:55

Dan Edwards chats with us about his mission to build a school community of meaningful relationships that extends both inside and out of his school.

248: Tyson Gardin chats with us about serving as an instructional leader for his school district and his mission of improving equity, inclusion and student achievement

February 15th, 2021

29:34

Tyson Gardin chats with us about serving as an instructional leader for his school district and his mission of improving equity, inclusion and …

BONUS - Bi-Weekly Administrator Mastermind Rewind & LIVE Family Q&A with Rae Hughart and Dave Schmittou (February 7th, 2021)

February 14th, 2021

1:07:57

In this bonus episode, both Rae and Dave go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and discussions that took place in our Administrator Mastermind, as well as providing a a Bi-Weekly Check In with our Teach …

247: Erik Youngman chats with us about the lessons we can all learn from failure & how we should approach and view homework.

February 11th, 2021

33:32

Erik Youngman chats with us about the lessons we can all learn from failure & how we should approach and view homework.

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245: Matt Artz chats with us about all of the great work he is doing throughout education, which includes working as an anthropologist, educator, speaker and entrepreneur.

February 4th, 2021

36:14

Matt Artz chats with us about all of the great work he is doing throughout education, which includes working as an anthropologist, educator, speaker …

244: Bethany Petty chats with us about the many different ways she is working to achieve her mission of positively impacting the world of education

February 1st, 2021

37:22

Bethany Petty chats with us about the many different ways she is working to achieve her mission of positively impacting the world of education, …

BONUS - Bi-Weekly Administrator Mastermind Rewind & LIVE Family Q&A with Rae Hughart and Dave Schmittou

January 31st, 2021

57:25

In this bonus episode, both Rae and Dave go live to give everyone a recap of conversations and discussions that took place in our Administrator Mastermind, as well as providing a a Bi-Weekly Check In with our Teach …

243: Alexis Hunter chats with us about her undergraduate experience at Mizzou and all of the amazing work & research she is conducting regarding equity and justice in K-16 learning environments

January 28th, 2021

30:19

Alexis Hunter chats with us about her undergraduate experience at Mizzou and all of the amazing work & research she is conducting regarding equity and justice in K-16 learning environments.

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242: Erik Francis chats with us about his experience and passion as an education professional specialist that is determined to help people think deeply and express their learning in meaningful ways

January 25th, 2021

40:53

Erik Francis chats with us about his experience and passion as an education professional specialist that is determined to get students and teachers …

241: Al Thomas chats with us about his passion to develop and curate unique and innovative solutions that improve learning for all

January 21st, 2021

35:49

Al Thomas chats with us about his passion to develop and curate unique and innovative solutions that improve learning for all

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240: Craig Randall chats with us about his experiences as a counselor, coach, teacher and principal, which eventually led him to develop and write his book, Trust-Based Observations

January 18th, 2021

36:10

Craig Randall chats with us about his experiences as a counselor, coach, teacher and principal, which eventually led him to develop and write his book, Trust-Based Observations.

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239: Evan Erdberg chats with us about the awesome work he is doing as a digital education entrepreneur with a mission of putting the needs of all students at the forefront of education.

January 14th, 2021

33:38

Evan Erdberg chats with us about the awesome work he is doing as a digital education entrepreneur with a mission of putting the needs of all students at the forefront of education.

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238: Eli Casaus chats with us about being the lead learner and principal at Marie Hughes Elementary, where he is focused on being a true and authentic leader for his school.

January 11th, 2021

37:47

Eli Casaus chats with us about being the lead learner and principal at Marie Hughes Elementary, where he is focused on being a true and authentic …

237: Jessica Sanders chats with us about her passion for education and her focus on creating meaningful relationships with her students that help them develop a love for learning.

January 7th, 2021

36:45

Jessica Sanders chats with us about her passion for education and her focus on creating meaningful relationships with her students that help them …

236: Amanda Post chats with us about her experiences teaching kindergarten and all of the incredibly valuable experiences she's had and learned from throughout her career.

January 4th, 2021

35:05

Amanda Post chats with us about her experiences teaching kindergarten and all of the incredibly valuable experiences she's had and learned from throughout her career.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/amandapost

BONUS - Open Q&A From A Recent Bi-Weekly Check In With Rae Hughart

December 31st, 2020

40:45

Rae goes live every other Sunday for a bi-weekly check in with our Teach Better Fam.  In this episode we grabbed the audio from a recent bi-weekly check in that was filled with tons of awesome questions, discussions and …

235: Thom Gibson chats with us about the unique path that led to him becoming a middle school teacher In Austin, Texas that also creates videos and online courses to help teachers constantly improve

December 28th, 2020

34:32

Thom Gibson chats with us about the unique path that led to him becoming a middle school teacher In Austin, Texas that also creates videos and online …

BONUS - Rae Hughart joins the Unlock the Middle Podcast with Dean Packard and Chris Starczewski

December 24th, 2020

39:09

In this bonus episode, Rae Hughart joins the Unlock the Middle Podcast to talk about all that is amazing about middle education. Every Sunday night at 8pm(EST) Dean and Chris host the #UnlockTheMiddle Podcast, so head …

234: Brianna Kurtz chats with us about her passion for STEM and mathematics education and the various experiences she's learned from over the course of her career.

December 21st, 2020

32:59

Brianna Kurtz chats with us about her passion for STEM and mathematics education and the various experiences she's learned from over the course of her career. 

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/briannakurtz

Brianna's …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Friday, December 18, 2020 w/Jeff & Rae

December 19th, 2020

1:04:19

Daily Drop Ins are back! Jeff Gargas and Rae Hughart drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Thursday, December 17, 2020 w/Dave Schmittou and Kendall Sweeney

December 18th, 2020

50:00

Daily Drop Ins are back! Dave Schmittou and Kendall Sweeney of www.MoveThisWorld.org drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Wednesday, December 16, 2020 w/Jeff Gargas, Colissa Brogden, and Dave Schmittou

December 17th, 2020

52:44

Daily Drop Ins are back! Jeff Gargas and Colissa Brogden drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Tuesday, December 15, 2020 w/Rae Hughart and Meghan Deegan

December 15th, 2020

56:36

Daily Drop Ins are back! Rae Hughart and Meghan Deegan drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Monday, December 14, 2020 w/Dave Schmittou and Jami Fowler-White

December 14th, 2020

50:45

Daily Drop Ins are back! Dave Schmittou and Jami Fowler-White in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social …

233: Dan Zehr chats with us about being an english high school teacher, host of the podcast Coffee With Kenobi, co-author of a Star Wars book, and so much more!

December 14th, 2020

38:10

Dan Zehr chats with us about being an english high school teacher, host of the podcast Coffee With Kenobi, co-author of a Star Wars book, and so much …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Friday, December 11, 2020 w/Dave Schmittou and Livia Chan

December 12th, 2020

56:27

Daily Drop Ins are back! Dave Schmittou and Livia Chan drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Thursday, December 10, 2020 w/Rae Hughart, Brad Hughes, and Zak Ringelstein

December 11th, 2020

58:35

Daily Drop Ins are back! Rae Hughart, Brad Hughes, and Ringelstein drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Wednesday, December 9, 2020 w/Dave Schmittou and Michael Jennings

December 11th, 2020

1:09:12

Daily Drop Ins are back! Dave Schmittou and Michael Jennings drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on …

232: Brad Hughes chats with us about being a passionate elementary principal focused on reframing the joys and challenges of school life through a self regulatory lens

December 10th, 2020

40:46

Brad Hughes chats with us about being a passionate elementary principal focused on reframing the joys and challenges of school life through a self …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Tuesday, December 8, 2020 w/Jeff Gargas and Chey & Pav

December 8th, 2020

53:16

Daily Drop Ins are back! Jeff Gargas, Chey Cheney, and Pav Wander drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Monday, December 7, 2020 w/Rae Hughart and Tyson Gardin

December 7th, 2020

52:31

Daily Drop Ins are back! Rae Hughart and Tyson Gardin drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social …

231: Tom Boyle chats with us all the way from Australia about his role as an asst. principal who is on a mission to build a collaborative culture and improve student outcomes within his school

December 7th, 2020

33:24

Tom Boyle chats with us all the way from Australia about his role as an asst. principal who is on a mission to build a collaborative culture and …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Friday, December 4, 2020 w/Rae Hughart and Jessica Altounian

December 4th, 2020

57:01

Daily Drop Ins are back! Rae Hughart and Jessica Altounian drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Thursday, December 3, 2020 w/Rae Hughart and Samantha Munroe

December 3rd, 2020

54:00

Daily Drop Ins are back! Rae Hughart and Samantha Munroe drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social …

230: Maggie Gifford chats with us about her passion for teaching 1st grade and getting them to love learning. Maggie is also a Teach Better Ambassador and guest blogger!

December 3rd, 2020

37:33

Maggie Gifford chats with us about her passion for teaching 1st grade and getting them to love learning. Maggie is also a Teach Better Ambassador and guest blogger!

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/maggiegifford

Daily Drop In With The Team - Wednesday, December 2, 2020 w/Rae Hughart, Kari Pitstick, and Dave Schmittou.

December 2nd, 2020

1:04:48

Daily Drop Ins are back! Rae Hughart, Kari Pitstick, and Dave Schmittou drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Tuesday, December 1, 2020 w/Rae Hughart, Dave Schmittou, and Bryan Zwemke

December 1st, 2020

55:39

Daily Drop Ins are back! Rae Hughart, Dave Schmittou, and Bryan Zwemke drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Monday, November 30, 2020 w/Rae Hughart and Jeff Gargas

November 30th, 2020

56:48

Daily Drop Ins are back! Rae Hughart and Jeff Gargas in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or …

229: Krenice Roseman chats with us about being a lawyer by day and a co-founder of a nonprofit by night. Krenice helped found Young, Black & Lit and shares with us her journey and mission

November 30th, 2020

35:42

Krenice Roseman chats with us about being a lawyer by day and a co-founder of a nonprofit by night. Krenice helped found Young, Black & Lit and shares with us her journey and mission.

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Daily Drop In With The Team - Friday, November 27, 2020 w/Rae Hughart, Dave Schmittou, and Brandon Beck

November 27th, 2020

1:03:26

Daily Drop Ins are back! Rae Hughart, Dave Schmittou, and Brandon Beck drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Thursday, November 26, 2020 w/Rae Hughart and Jeff Gargas

November 26th, 2020

1:01:38

Daily Drop Ins are back! Rae Hughart and Jeff Gargas drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social …

228: Ryan Read chats with us about his role as a business and technology teacher who's passionate about helping students learn the power of technology and how to apply it in their lives

November 26th, 2020

30:21

Ryan Read chats with us about his role as a business and technology teacher who's passionate about helping students learn the power of technology and …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Wednesday, November 25, 2020 w/Rae Hughart and Katelynn Giordano

November 26th, 2020

1:03:08

Daily Drop Ins are back! Rae Hughart and Katelynn Giordano drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Tuesday, November 24, 2020 w/Rae Hughart and Lindsay Titus

November 24th, 2020

48:24

Daily Drop Ins are back! Rae Hughart and Lindsay Titus drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social …

Daily Drop In With The Team - Monday, November 23, 2020 w/Rae Hughart and Jeff Gargas

November 23rd, 2020

55:11

Daily Drop Ins are back! Rae Hughart and Jeff Gargas drop in live to help support you as you inch closer to the end of the first half of this year.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social …

BONUS - Open Q&A From A Recent Bi-Weekly Check In With Rae Hughart

November 21st, 2020

53:17

Rae goes live every other Sunday for a bi-weekly check in with our Teach Better Fam.  In this episode we grabbed the audio from a recent bi-weekly check in that was filled with tons of awesome questions, discussions and …

226: Misha Feigenson chats with us all the way from Israel and shares the innovative ways he is focused on using voice to enhance student learning

November 19th, 2020

40:23

Misha Feigenson chats with us all the way from Israel and shares the innovative ways he is focused on using voice to enhance student learning

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BONUS - Mastermind Rewind With Chad Ostrowski and Dave Schmittou

November 17th, 2020

25:24

In this bonus episode, Chad Ostrowski and Dave Schmittou provide an awesome rewind of a recent Admin Mastermind and all the great things happening inside the group. Every Tuesday, the Teach Better Team hosts an Admin …

225: Chad Lang chats with us about being the Director of School Improvement within his district and all of the innovative and progressive strategies they are using to better serve students

November 16th, 2020

37:12

Chad Lang chats with us about being the Director of School Improvement within his district and all of the innovative and progressive strategies they …

224: Michelle Dickinson chats with us about her mission to positively impact the mental health landscape and all of the ways she's helping others through her culture work and Resilience program

November 12th, 2020

30:26

Michelle Dickinson chats with us about her mission to positively impact the mental health landscape and all of the ways she's helping others through …

223: Markenya Williams chats with us about her experience as a teacher, administrator and now education consultant passionate about serving the needs and interests of all students

November 9th, 2020

33:09

Markenya Williams chats with us about her experience as a teacher, administrator and now education consultant passionate about serving the needs and …

222: Jillian DuBois chats with us about how to thrive at building authentic relationships with students and guiding their curiosity and wonder

November 5th, 2020

32:20

Jillian DuBois chats with us about how to thrive at building authentic relationships with students and guiding their curiosity and wonder

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221: Connie Hamilton chats with us about all the important work she does as an educational consultant and shares with us a ton of excellent advice along the way

November 2nd, 2020

37:56

Connie Hamilton chats with us about all the important work she does as an educational consultant and shares with us a ton of excellent advice along …

220: Jennifer Pieratt chats with us about working with schools and teachers to create a strong culture and pedagogy of offering PBL learning experiences for students

October 29th, 2020

39:59

Jennifer Pieratt chats with us about working with schools and teachers to create a strong culture and pedagogy of offering PBL learning experiences …

219: Brittany Rincon chats with us about how she's helping new and aspiring teachers find their confidence and focus with tips and guidance through coaching

October 26th, 2020

33:23

Brittany Rincon checks in with us about how she's helping new and aspiring teachers find their confidence and focus with tips and guidance through coaching. 

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/brittanyrincon

Brittany's …

BONUS - Open Q&A From A Recent Bi-Weekly Check In With Rae Hughart

October 23rd, 2020

1:07:23

Rae goes live every other Sunday for a bi-weekly check in with our Teach Better Fam.

In this episode we grabbed the audio from a recent bi-weekly check in that was filled with tons of awesome questions, discussions …

218: Brandon Beck chats with us about how he helps the students and athletes he serves unlock their unlimited potential

October 22nd, 2020

35:15

Brandon Beck chats with us about how he helps the students and athletes he serves unlock their unlimited potential.

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217: Debra Barb chats with us about giving your best effort, even when experiencing fear and doubt, in order to propel yourself forward and succeed.

October 19th, 2020

32:43

Debra Barb chats with us about giving your best effort, even when experiencing fear and doubt, in order to propel yourself forward and succeed.

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216 - Cynthia Long chats with us about her passion for teaching ASL and helping other teachers and professionals who use sign language with children and students

October 15th, 2020

29:11

Cynthia Long chats with us about her passion for teaching ASL and helping other teachers and professionals who use sign language with children and students

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/cynthialong

Cynthia's …

215 - Mariah Cooper chats with us about being a 3rd year PR student and running an organization inspired and focused to share the stories of black women attending university

October 12th, 2020

33:02

Mariah Cooper chats with us about being a 3rd year PR student and running an organization inspired and focused to share the stories of black women attending university.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/mariahcooper

214 - Melinda Miethe chats with us about her passion to reach out and serve all teachers, families and students possible

October 8th, 2020

36:16

Melinda Miethe chats with us about her passion to reach out and serve all teachers, families and students possible

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213 - Carly Spina chats with us about her amazing experiences and stories from serving as a multilingual educational specialist in the Chicago suburbs

October 5th, 2020

27:14

Carly Spina chats with us about her amazing experiences and stories from serving as a multilingual educational specialist in the Chicago suburbs.

212 - Courtney Plotts chats with us about her expertise in the field of online learning and the best practices that all educators should consider when teaching online.

October 1st, 2020

30:22

Courtney Plotts chats with us about her expertise in the field of online learning and the best practices that all educators should consider when …

BONUS - In this special bonus episode, Pat Flynn stops by to discuss his passion for education and ways in which we can disrupt and improve education.

September 30th, 2020

52:18

In this special bonus episode, Pat Flynn stops by to discuss his passion for education and ways in which we can disrupt and improve education.

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211: Brad Cohen chats with us about his story of becoming an educator with Tourette syndrome and how he fights to inspire educators to be who they need to be.

September 28th, 2020

31:39

Brad Cohen chats with us about his story of becoming an educator with Tourette syndrome and how he fights to inspire educators to be who they need to be.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/bradcohen

Brad's …

210: Maddie Mayfield chats with us about her current journey to becoming an educator and the future plans and goals she has for her career in education.

September 24th, 2020

34:00

Maddie Mayfield chats with us about her current journey to becoming an educator and the future plans and goals she has for her career in education.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/maddiemayfield

Maddie's …

209: Bruce Reicher chats with us about his journey in becoming a digital media teacher and the passion he has for empowering students to be creative in a digital world.

September 21st, 2020

37:02

Bruce Reicher chats with us about his journey in becoming a digital media teacher and the passion he has for empowering students to be creative in a digital world. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/brucereicher

208: Adam Dewitt chats with us about his journey from educator to administrator and shares many of the lessons he's learned along the way.

September 17th, 2020

37:04

Adam DeWitt chats with us about his journey from educator to administrator and shares many of the lessons he's learned along the way.
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207: Dawn Harris chats with us about how teachers are turning education on its head to find ways to engage with their students during this pandemic.

September 14th, 2020

35:13

Dawn Harris chats with us about how teachers are turning education on its head to find ways to engage with their students during this pandemic.

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BONUS - Answering Questions with Chad Ostrowski

September 12th, 2020

50:08

Jeff goes live with Teach Better Team CEO and co-founder, Chad Ostrowski, to address some recently asked questions. Enjoy!

To engage live with the …

206: Melissa Cunningham chats with us about how regardless of the roles or positions she's held in her school, she is an educator at heart and focuses on that each and every day. 

September 9th, 2020

28:05

Melissa Cunningham chats with us about how regardless of the roles or positions she's held in her school, she is an educator at heart and focuses on …

205: Alexis Shepard chats with us about creating pervasive perceptions of wellness that will improve teacher outlook and sustainability.

September 7th, 2020

30:33

Alexis Shepard chats with us about creating pervasive perceptions of wellness that will improve teacher outlook and sustainability.

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BONUS - Feeling Certain in Times of Uncertainty - Rae Hughart and Lindsay Titus

September 5th, 2020

52:54

Rae Hughart and Lindsay Titus discuss feeling certain during times of uncertainty. 

To engage live with the team, go to www.teachbettergroup.com or …

204: Katie Miglin chats with us about finding happiness in all that you do and the importance of having a sense of community within your school.

September 3rd, 2020

40:03

Katie Miglin chats with us about finding happiness in all that you and the importance of having a sense of community within your school. 

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BONUS - Let's discuss the moving pieces of remote learning.

August 31st, 2020

1:10:43

Rae Hughart goes live to discuss all the moving pieces of remote learning. To engage live with the team, go to www.teachbettergroup.com or follow us …

203: Igniting The Fire Within Students Through Personalizing Student Learning - Shawn Rubin chats with us about how to personalize student learning and connect with students.

August 31st, 2020

34:53

Shawn Rubin chats with us about focusing on more than a test score, letting our students see that we're excited about the content, and the importance of not just building relationships, but also having a plan. 

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202: You're not alone. - Jami Fowler-White chats with us about never giving up on a dream, digging deep to overcome struggle, and the fact that together, we can do anything.

August 27th, 2020

33:56

Jami Fowler-White chats with us about never giving up on a dream, digging deep to overcome struggle, and the fact that together, we can do anything. 

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/jamifowlerwhite.

Jami's …

201: The Art of Giving - Sebastian Sanders chats with us about finding your purpose, giving back to your community, and bringing out the creativity in students.

August 24th, 2020

31:31

Sebastian Sanders chats with us about finding your purpose, giving back to your community, and bringing out the creativity in students. 

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200: The journey so far. - Meghan Deegan, Chad Ostrowski, and Katelynn Giordano join us to chat about 200 episodes of Teach Better Talk, their journeys with the team, and why none of them really liste

August 20th, 2020

57:36

Meghan Deegan, Chad Ostrowski, and Katelynn Giordano join us to chat about 200 episodes of Teach Better Talk, their journeys with the team, and why none of them really listen to the podcast.

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199: Protect the passion. - Akua Twumasi chats with us about having humility, reflecting on what you really want, and protecting the passion that drives us.

August 17th, 2020

31:04

Akua Twumasi chats with us about having humility, reflecting on what you really want, and protecting the passion that drives us. 

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BONUS - Daily Drop In Back To School Edition - August 14, 2020

August 14th, 2020

58:55

Jeff Gargas drops in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group with Katelynn Giordano, Becky Thal, Jennifer Apple, Meghan Deegan, and Andrea …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Back To School Edition - August 13, 2020

August 13th, 2020

54:00

Jeff Gargas drops in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group with Amanda Post, Jen Reed, and Bobbie French, to help support you as you …

198: Happiness is between the ears. - Kelly Pascarella chats with us about equity in education, adapting our systems, and why happiness is between the ears.

August 13th, 2020

30:18

Kelly Pascarella chats with us about equity in education, adapting our systems, and why happiness is between the ears. 

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BONUS - Daily Drop In Back To School Edition - August 12, 2020

August 12th, 2020

47:40

Rae Hughart drops in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group with Carly Spina, to help support you as you prepare for this school year.

To …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Back To School Edition - August 11, 2020

August 11th, 2020

1:00:25

Hans and Jennifer Appel in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group with Brad Hughes, Maggie Gifford, and Brianna Shaner, to help support you …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Back To School Edition - August 10, 2020

August 10th, 2020

49:21

Jeff Gargas drops in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group with Teach Better Ambassadors, BreAnn Fennel, Candace Miller, and Mark Horner, …

197: Remember why you got into this. - Derek McCoy chats with us about having the right priorities, reflecting on what we've learn this year, and remembering why we got into this.

August 9th, 2020

37:14

Derek McCoy chats with us about having the right priorities, reflecting on what we've learn this year, and remembering why we got into this. 

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BONUS - Daily Drop In Back To School Edition - August 7, 2020

August 7th, 2020

49:24

Rae Hughart and Lindsay Titus drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group to help support you as you prepare for this school year.

To …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Back To School Edition - August 6, 2020

August 6th, 2020

1:01:39

Jeff Gargas and Rae Hughart drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group with Chey and Pav from the Staffroom Podcast, to help support you …

196: Be the strongest you. - Lindsay Titus chats with us about shifting from "me" to "we," not letting being new hold you back, and being the strongest you that you can be. 

August 6th, 2020

34:34

Lindsay Titus chats with us about shifting from "me" to "we," not letting being new hold you back, and being the strongest you that you can be.

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BONUS - Daily Drop In Back To School Edition - August 5, 2020

August 5th, 2020

56:47

Jeff Gargas drops in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group with Livia Chan, Sami Seibert, and Caitlyn Clayton, to help support you as you …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Back To School Edition - August 4, 2020

August 4th, 2020

54:20

Rae Hughart drops in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group with Dave Schmittou, Robert Breyer, and Jami Fowler-White, to help support you …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Back To School Edition - August 3, 2020

August 4th, 2020

1:02:46

Rae Hughart and Katelynn Giordano drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group to help support you as you prepare for this school year.

To …

195: Just be you. You’re good enough. - Jeff Prickett chats with us about learning to listen, getting connected, and knowing that you're good enough.

August 3rd, 2020

35:14

High school Principal, Jeff Prickett, chats with us about learning to listen, getting connected, and knowing that you're good enough.

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194 - Create moments - Sara LaHayne chats with us about creating moments of connection and authentically owning our mistakes so we can learn from them.

July 29th, 2020

37:28

CEO and founder of Move This World, Sara LaHayne, chats with us about creating moments of connection, giving kids opportunities to express themselves, and authentically owning our mistakes so we can learn from them. 

193: Better, more accurate feedback. - Mike Szczepanik and Brian Arnot chat with us about doing things you believe in, and providing better feedback to students.

July 27th, 2020

37:12

Mike Szczepanik and Brian Arnot chat with us about finding ways to better meet the needs of out students, doing things you believe in, and providing more accurate feedback.

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BONUS - Creating a Professional Development Mastery Grid for Teachers (Livestream with Rae Hughart)

July 25th, 2020

19:42

Rae Hughart (@raehughart) shares how school administrators, teacher leaders, and professional development providers can create Professional …

192: Lead with love. - Shawn Peck chats with us about achieving teacher immortality, the strength of being willing to fail, and why you absolutely have to love kids.

July 22nd, 2020

41:23

Assistant Principal, Shawn Peck, chats with us about achieving teacher immortality, the strength of being willing to fail, and why you absolutely …

191: We can't just talk from the textbook.- Barbara Schneider chats with us about trying to make things better for young people, transitioning to teaching online, and not just talking from the textboo

July 20th, 2020

43:58

John A. Hannah Chair University Distinguished Professor, Barbara Schneider, chats with us about trying to make things better for young people, transitioning to teaching online, and not just talking from the textbook.

190: Find the little things. - Jennifer Bernier chats with us about taking risks to learn new things, giving yourself grace, and finding the little things that can make the change.

July 15th, 2020

34:14

Jennifer Bernier chats with us about taking risks to learn new things, giving yourself grace, and finding the little things that can make the change. 

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/jenniferbernier.

Jennifer's …

189: You're doing enough. - Brad Shreffler chats with us about adjusting to failure, finding the good in emergency remote learning, and why you are doing enough, even when it doesn't feel like it some

July 12th, 2020

32:14

Brad Shreffler chats with us about adjusting to failure, finding the good in emergency remote learning, and why you are doing enough, even when it doesn't feel like it sometimes. 

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Episode 188 - BurnedIn Teacher - Amber Harper chats with us about looking at every challenge as an opportunity, starting with our beliefs, and the importance of being able to name your burnout.

July 9th, 2020

38:26

Amber Harper chats with us about looking at every challenge as an opportunity, starting with our beliefs, and the importance of being able to name your burnout. 

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/amberharper.

Amber's …

187: Creativity Is Everything. - Sean Thompson chats with us about learning to let go of control, getting used to failure, and why creativity is everything.

July 6th, 2020

35:06

Sean Thompson chats with us about learning to let go of control, getting used to failure, and why creativity is everything. 

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186: Learning should be joyful. - Jen Manly chats with us about empowering students to do work that matters now, being vulnerable, and why learning should be joyful.

July 2nd, 2020

40:48

Jen Manly chats with us about empowering students to do work that matters now, being vulnerable, and why learning should be joyful.

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185 - Adaptation and Collaboration. - Ryann Fapohunda chats with us about adapting things to your classroom and school, collaborating more with other educators, and the power of extending your profes

June 29th, 2020

32:28

Ryann Fapohunda chats with us about adapting things to your classroom and school, collaborating more with other educators, and the power of extending …

184: Faith and Optimism - John Green II chats with us about believing in students so they can believe in themselves, the power of never giving up, and the importance of learning to not take things per

June 25th, 2020

27:46

John Green II chats with us about believing in students so they can believe in themselves, the power of never giving up, and the importance of learning to not take things personally. 

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183: Believe in others and yourself. - Livia Chan chats with us about being intentionally thankful, building your PLN, and the power of believing in people and in yourself.

June 22nd, 2020

51:32

Livia Chan chats with us about being intentionally thankful, building your PLN, and the power of believing in people and in yourself. 

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182: Be a doer, not just a hearer. - Timothy Alexander chats with us about helping others discover the champion within, why we need to be thankful for the little things, and the idea that we don't nee

June 18th, 2020

32:05

Timothy Alexander chats with us about helping others discover the champion within, comparing yourself to others, why we need to be thankful for the …

181: Education is in my blood. - Tyler Cummings chats with us about utilizing data to facilitate meaningful conversations, opening the lines of communication, and why he left law school to be a teache

June 15th, 2020

34:16

Tyler Cummings chats with us about utilizing data to facilitate meaningful conversations, opening the lines of communication, and why he left law …

180: I just want to teach. - Tim Stephenson chats with us about seeing the opportunity in every situation, paying attention to what's around you so you can bring it into your classroom, and finding yo

June 11th, 2020

36:32

Tim Stephenson chats with us about seeing the opportunity in every situation, paying attention to what's around you so you can bring it into your classroom, and finding your passion and loving to teach it. 

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179: Bring others along with you. - Traci Browder chats with us about mentoring others, the power of believing in our students, and helping teachers fall in love with teaching again.

June 8th, 2020

33:45

Traci Browder chats with us about mentoring others, the power of believing in our students, and helping teachers fall in love with teaching again.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/tracibrowder.

Traci's …

178: Facilitating purpose. - Tre Gammage chats with us about facilitating purpose, giving more value than you receive in return, and why every decision counts.

June 4th, 2020

30:18

Tre Gammage chats with us about facilitating purpose, giving more value than you receive in return, and why every decision counts. 

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177: Culture and relationships trump EVERYTHING - Greg Helmer chats with us about supporting teachers, the power of the connections we can now make, and why culture and relationships trump EVERYTHING.

June 1st, 2020

38:19

Superintendent, and 26 year veteran educator, Greg Helmer, chats with us about supporting teachers, the power of the connections we can now make, and …

Audio Blog - Proactive vs. Reactive Goal Setting

May 30th, 2020

7:50

This is the audio version for the blog post, "Proactive vs. Reactive Goal Setting" written by Rae Hughart  (@raehughart) at www.teachbetter.com.

Proactive vs. Reactive Goal Setting

I knew I had the puzzle pieces. After …

176: Learn to play.- BreAnn Fennell chats with us about play-based learning, finding excitement, and why we need to spend our time being kind.

May 28th, 2020

29:36

BreAnn Fennell chats with us about play-based learning, finding excitement, and why we need to spend our time being kind. 

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BONUS - 3 Questions You Need to Ask and Answer for Student Success - Livestream with Jeff and Chad Ostrowski.

May 26th, 2020

48:15

This is a livestream with with Jeff and Chad Ostrowski of the Teach Better Team. During this livestream, we chat about the 3 questions you need to ask and answer to increase student success, whether in a physical …

175: Challenge what we believe. - William Reusch chats with us about bringing critical thinking back to education, challenging what we believe, and teaching students HOW to think instead of WHAT to th

May 25th, 2020

25:27

15 year veteran teacher, and host of Cylinder Radio Podcast, William Reusch chats with us about bringing critical thinking back to education, challenging what we believe, and teaching students HOW to think instead of …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, May 22, 2020

May 22nd, 2020

58:00

Rae Hughart, Jeff Gargas, and Hans Appel drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Thursday, May 21, 2020

May 21st, 2020

51:59

Jeff Gargas and Shawn peck drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this …

174: Elevate your teaching. - Jake Kelfer chats with us about preparing students to stand out in the job marketing, figuring out what success means to us, and helping guide kids to the best chance of

May 21st, 2020

37:44

Jake Kelfer chats with us about preparing students to stand out in the job marketing, figuring out what success means to us, and helping guide kids …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, May 1, 2020

May 20th, 2020

40:36

Rae Hughart and Elisabeth Bostwick drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Tuesday, May 19, 2020

May 19th, 2020

38:05

Chad Ostrowski and Neil Gupta drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, May 18, 2020

May 18th, 2020

46:06

Rae Hughart and Lindsay Titus drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

173: Find what works for you. - Chris Anderson chats with us about finding out what works for you, taking chances to try new things, and his journey of sharing his love of science with more people. 

May 18th, 2020

34:57

Chris Anderson chats with us about finding out what works for you, taking chances to try new things, and his journey of sharing his love of science with more people. 

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/chrisanderson

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, May 15, 2020

May 15th, 2020

37:57

Chad Ostrowski and Kim Strobel drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Thursday, May 14, 2020

May 14th, 2020

43:01

Becky Thal and Phil Strunk drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this …

172: Check your heart and mind. - Dr. Shamaine Bertrand chats with us about helping teachers be effective in diverse classrooms, truly knowing who you are teaching, and ensuring every day includes a h

May 14th, 2020

36:36

Dr. Shamaine Bertrand chats with us about helping teachers be effective in diverse classrooms, truly knowing who you are teaching, and ensuring every …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Wednesday, May 13, 2020

May 13th, 2020

45:56

Jeff Gargas and Tyler Cummings drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Tuesday, May 12, 2020

May 12th, 2020

41:15

Rae Hughart and Bryan Zwemke drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, May 11, 2020

May 11th, 2020

42:47

Rae Hughart drops in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and …

171: Reflect and adjust. - Kathleen Almy chats with us about creating the best math experiences possible, adjusting to new ways of teaching, and the awesomeness of educators doing what needs to be don

May 11th, 2020

40:52

20+ year teaching veteran, consultant, and author, Kathleen Almy, chats with us about creating the best math experiences possible, adjusting to new …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, May 8, 2020

May 8th, 2020

43:57

Becky Thal and P. Sloan Joseph drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Thursday, May 7, 2020

May 7th, 2020

53:02

Rae Hughart and Brad Shreffler drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

170: You are more than your evaluation. - Danna Thomas chats with us about dealing with the grief of the COVID-19 / Coronavirus pandemic, recognizing we have to give ourselves permission to take care

May 7th, 2020

36:25

Happy Teacher Revolution founder, Danna Thomas, chats with us about dealing with the grief of the COVID-19 / Coronavirus pandemic, recognizing we …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, May 6, 2020

May 6th, 2020

46:13

Chad Ostrowski and Kristen Koppers drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Tuesday, May 5, 2020

May 5th, 2020

47:50

Rae Hughart and Laura Gilchrist drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, May 4, 2020

May 4th, 2020

55:21

Jeff Gargas and the Staff Room Podcast duo of Chey and Pav drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while …

169: Episode Title - Khandker Ahamed chats with us about self care, empathy, and students being the driving force for what we do. 

May 4th, 2020

30:11

Khandker Ahamed chats with us about self care, empathy, and students being the driving force for what we do.

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BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, May 1, 2020

May 1st, 2020

46:24

Becky Thal and Meghan Deegan drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, April 30, 2020

April 30th, 2020

47:44

Becky Thal and J Hamilton drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this …

168: Talk To Me - Kim Bearden chats with us about getting forced out of our comfort zones, the importance of connections, and the power of patience.

April 30th, 2020

42:14

Co-founder and Executive Director of the Ron Clark Academy, Kim Bearden, chats with us about getting forced out of our comfort zones, the importance of connections, and the power of patience. Kim shares the value of …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Wednesday, April 29, 2020

April 29th, 2020

52:28

Rae Hughart and Karen McKinley drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, April 28, 2020

April 28th, 2020

48:21

Rae Hughart and Timothy Alexander drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, April 27, 2020

April 27th, 2020

47:11

Rae Hughart and LaVonna Roth drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

167: Breaking through the comfort zone. - Becky Thal chats with us about constantly evolving, getting connected to the team, and breaking through her comfort zone.

April 27th, 2020

43:27

5th grade teacher, and Teach Better Team Member, Becky Thal, chats with us about constantly evolving, getting connected to the team, and breaking …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, April 24, 2020

April 24th, 2020

41:31

Rae Hughart and Tyler Overstreet of Newsela drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we …

166: Rhymes With Reason - Austin Martin chats with us about struggling in school, starting his own business, and how he's making learning relevant using music.

April 23rd, 2020

34:33

Creator and founder of Rhymes With Reason, and Forbes "30 Under 30" educator, Austin Martin, chats with us about struggling in school, starting his …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Thursday, April 23, 2020

April 23rd, 2020

51:55

Jeff Gargas and Mandy Froehlich drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, April 22, 2020

April 22nd, 2020

50:14

Chad Ostrowski and Nick Man drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Tuesday, April 21, 2020

April 21st, 2020

43:37

Becky Thal and Maggie Walsh drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this …

165: Thankful, Intentional, and Energized - Amber Calderon chats with us about feeling thankful and intentional, always seeing the positive, and learning to let go.

April 20th, 2020

27:38

Amber Calderon chats with us about feeling thankful and intentional, always seeing the positive, and learning to let go. 

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BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, April 20, 2020

April 20th, 2020

49:50

Rae Hughart and Greg  Wolcott drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, April 17, 2020

April 17th, 2020

37:19

Chad Ostrowski and Chris Collins drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Thursday, April 16, 2020

April 16th, 2020

45:25

Jeff Gargas and BreAnn Fennell drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

164: There is no perfect model. - Jacqueline Goodburn chats with us about being a servant leader, understanding that you don't have to have all the answers all the time, and the fact that there is no

April 16th, 2020

26:14

Director of Staff Development, and Teach Better Contributor, Jacqueline Goodburn, chats with us about being a servant leader, understanding that you don't have to have all the answers all the time, and the fact that …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Wednesday, April 15, 2020

April 15th, 2020

46:01

Becky Thal and Meghan Deegan drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Tuesday, April 14, 2020

April 14th, 2020

47:52

Jeff Gargas and Sheldon Eakins drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, April 13, 2020

April 13th, 2020

44:19

Chad Ostrowski and Shamaine Bertrand drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can …

163: Adjust your thinking. - Ashley Fienup chats with us about adjusting how we think about education, trying new things, and being willing to put in the work.

April 13th, 2020

35:02

High school social studies and special education teacher, Ashley Fienup, chats with us about adjusting how we think about education, trying new …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, April 10, 2020

April 10th, 2020

40:39

Rae Hughart and Suzanne Dailey drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Thursday, April 9, 2020

April 9th, 2020

49:19

Rae Hughart and Joe Sage drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this …

162: Balance, Boundaries, and Breaks. - Evan Whitehead chats with us about how the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic is changing the discussion around education, being vulnerable, being authentic, and imp

April 9th, 2020

44:36

Director of Special Services, National Consultant, and 20+ year veteran teacher, Evan Whitehead, chats with us about how the COVID-19/Coronavirus …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Wednesday, April 8, 2020

April 8th, 2020

43:13

Jeff Gargas and special guest, Maurice F Martin, drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Tuesday, April 7, 2020

April 7th, 2020

41:33

Chad Ostrowski and Rob Breyer drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, April 6, 2020

April 6th, 2020

55:13

Rae Hughart and special guest, Joe Gonzalez drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, April 3, 2020

April 3rd, 2020

38:37

Chad Ostrowski and Mark Heller drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Thursday, April 2, 2020

April 2nd, 2020

53:47

Jeff Gargas and special guest, John Sowash, drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we …

160: Don't try to be perfect. - Katie Decker chats with us about the importance on communication, why you should give yourself a break, and not trying to be perfect.

April 2nd, 2020

32:59

Educational Consultant, and 30-year veteran teacher, Katie Decker, chats with us about the importance on communication, why you should give yourself …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Wednesday, April 1, 2020

April 1st, 2020

52:13

Jeff Gargas and Sarah Johnson drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Tuesday, March 31, 2020

March 31st, 2020

47:50

Rae Hughart and Becky Thal drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, March 30, 2020

March 30th, 2020

48:48

Rae Hughart drops in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and …

159: Listen first. - Joe Sage chats with us about handling the shift to distance learning, trying new things, and the power of listening first.

March 30th, 2020

39:31

Assistant Principal, Joe Sage, chats with us about handling the shift to distance learning, trying new things, and the power of listening first.

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BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, March 27, 2020

March 27th, 2020

52:42

Jeff Gargas and Mike Earnshaw drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Thursday, March 26, 2020

March 26th, 2020

46:32

Rae  Hughart and Bryan Zwemke drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

158: Educational Thrill Seeker - Kelli Coons chats with us about about trying new things, taking risks, and finding your people.

March 26th, 2020

37:35

Literacy Coach, Kelli Coons, chats with us about about trying new things, taking risks, and finding your people.

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BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Wednesday, March 15, 2020

March 25th, 2020

53:10

Rae Hughart and Victoria Woelders drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Tuesday, March 24, 2020

March 24th, 2020

46:54

Chad Ostrowski drops in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, March 23, 2020

March 23rd, 2020

43:43

Jeff Gargas and Alex Oris drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this …

157: Every day is different. - Brian Bates chats with us about finding what you're meant to do, going with the flow, and appreciating that every day is different.

March 23rd, 2020

29:43

Digital Learning Coordinator, Brian Bates, chats with us about finding what you're meant to do, going with the flow, and appreciating that every day is different.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/brianbates

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BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Friday, March 20, 2020

March 20th, 2020

43:54

Rae Hughart and Michael Jennings drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Thursday, March 19, 2020

March 19th, 2020

58:44

Rae Hughart  and Dave Schmittou drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

156: Focus On What Matters - Chanelle Neilson chats with us about focusing on what matters, taking care of ourselves, and not winning Woman of the Year.

March 18th, 2020

31:04

Chanelle Neilson chats with us about focusing on what matters, taking care of ourselves, and not winning Woman of the Year.

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BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Wednesday, March 18, 2020

March 18th, 2020

1:13:01

Rae Hughart and Meghan Deegan drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

BONUS - Daily Drop In On Facebook Live - Tuesday, March 17, 2020

March 17th, 2020

1:02:18

Rae Hughart drops in to the Teach Better Team Private Facebook Group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time.

If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach …

BONUS - Daily Drop In Support Session on Facebook Live - Monday, March 16, 2020

March 16th, 2020

48:23

Chad Ostrowski and Jeff Gargas drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during …

155: Start small, then go big. - Stu Keroff chats with us about saving computers to save schools money, making assumptions, and starting small to go big.

March 16th, 2020

26:14

Social studies and technology teacher, Stu Keroff, chats with us about saving computers to save schools  money, making assumptions, and starting …

154: Develop your own style. - Shane Lawrence chats with us about giving students ownership, being flexible, and the power of discovering your own style.

March 12th, 2020

36:36

15 year veteran teacher, and "The Ed Podcast" host, Shane Lawrence, chats with us about giving students ownership, being flexible, and the power of discovering your own style.

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153: You're more than just your content. - Rebecca Gibboney chats with us about taking risks, practicing balance, and getting out of your comfort zone.

March 9th, 2020

28:08

Curriculum and Online Learning Specialist, Collegiate Basketball Coach, and author, Rebecca Gibboney, chats with us about taking risks, practicing …

152: Teaching is Dope. - Dwayne Reed chats with us about using the gifts and talents you have, building relationships, and the incredible opportunity teachers have to positively impact kids.

March 5th, 2020

36:38

Viral YouTube star, and 4th grade teacher, Dwayne Reed, chats with us about using the gifts and talents you have, building relationships, and the incredible opportunity teachers have to positively impact kids.

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151: Lifelong learner. - Drew Coleman chats with us about being a lifelong learner, making decisions that are best for students, and changing the culture of our communities.

March 2nd, 2020

32:55

Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Drew Coleman, chats with us about being a lifelong learner, making decisions that are best for students, and …

BONUS - Live from IDEAcon 2020 w/Natalie Perry and Carrie Jordan

February 29th, 2020

17:09

We went to IDEA Con 2020 in Schaumburg, Illinois this week, so we decided to snag a couple live recordings with a couple awesome educators. Enjoy!


150: STEAMing up the classroom - Tori Cameron chats with us about learning how to fail, surrounding yourself with positive people, and the power of saying yes.

February 27th, 2020

33:58

STEAM teacher, podcaster, and author, Tori Cameron, chats with us about learning how to fail, surrounding yourself with positive people, and the power of saying yes.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/toricameron

149: Flipping your perspective. - Alicia Sullivan chats with us about flipping our perspective, resetting mid-year, and having the tough conversations. 

February 24th, 2020

29:53

Alicia Sullivan chats with us about flipping our perspective, resetting mid-year, and having the tough conversations.

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BONUS EPISODE - Chad Ostrowski's Keynote at the 2019 Teach Better Conference

February 21st, 2020

26:28

Chad Ostrowski delivers a keynote talk at the 2019 Teach Better Conference in Akron, Ohio.

For more information on the Teach Better Conference, visit www.teachbetterconference.com



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148: Shifting our role. - Alex Valencic chats with us about the shifting role of teachers in the classroom, finding your people, and changing the way we're helping students learn the skills they need.

February 20th, 2020

28:00

Alex Valencic chats with us about the shifting role of teachers in the classroom, finding your people, and changing the way we're helping students …

147: Get off the stage. - Kyle Niemis chats with us about flipping your classroom, making global connections, and the power of getting off the stage.

February 17th, 2020

26:32

Educational Technology Coach, and co-founder of ClassroomQ, Kyle Neimis, chats with us about flipping your classroom, making global connections, and …

AUDIO BLOG - 4 Reasons You Should Love What You Do

February 14th, 2020

5:28

This is an audio version of the blog post, "4 Reasons You Should Love What You Do" Written and read by Jeff Gargas (@JeffGargas). Read the post at

146: We're better together - Scott Nunes chats with us about infusing edtech into our curriculum, taking calculated risks, and how we're better together.

February 13th, 2020

27:12

146: We're better together - Scott Nunes chats with us about infusing edtech into our curriculum, taking calculated risks, and how we're better …

145: Be big. Be bold. Be brave. - Emily David chats with us about reforming the way we teach civics education, embracing failure, and changing the way we access news. 

February 10th, 2020

28:02

Educator and entrepreneur, Emily David, chats with us about reforming the way we teach civics education, embracing failure, and changing the way we access news.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/emilydavid

Episode …

AUDIO BLOG - Using TikTok to Build Relationships with Teachers

February 7th, 2020

5:19

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Using TikTok to Build Relationships with Teachers" Written by Jeremy Rinkel (@RinkelJeremy). Read by Rae Hughart (@raehughart). Read the post at

144: Walking Your Talk. - Charles Williams chats with us about being authentic, sharing our passion, and revolutionizing twitter.

February 6th, 2020

30:27

15 year veteran teacher, principal, and consultant, Charles Williams, chats with us about being authentic, sharing our passion, and revolutionizing …

143: Recalibrating education. - Barbara Hanna chats with us about inspiring learning and creativity, reframing success and how we work, and the recalibration of what education is.

February 3rd, 2020

36:22

Founder of Cyant, Barbara Hanna, chats with us about inspiring learning and creativity, reframing success and how we work, and the recalibration of what education is.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/barbarahanna

AUDIO BLOG - Using Conferences for Grading Students

January 31st, 2020

8:27

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Using Conferences for Grading Students" Written by Katelynn Giordano (@kngiordano). Read by Rae Hughart (@raehughart). Read the post at

142: Just one teacher - Stephanie Edmonds chats with us about taking the power back as teachers, disrupting the way we think about education, and what it takes to make real change.

January 29th, 2020

41:31

Global History Teacher, Stephanie Edmonds, chats with us about taking the power back as teachers, disrupting the way we think about education, and what it takes to make real change.

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141: Be Yourself - Mark Heller chats with us about changing the attitude in your school, building strong relationships, and the power of just being yourself.

January 27th, 2020

33:07

Middle School Principal, Mark Heller, chats with us about changing the attitude in your school, building strong relationships, and the power of just …

AUDIO BLOG - 4 Ways to Engage Students With Your Community

January 24th, 2020

5:10

This is an audio version of the blog post, "4 Ways to Engage Students With Your Community" Written by Rae Hughart (@RaeHughart). Read by Rae Hughart (@raehughart). Read the post at

140: The Secret is in the Clichés - Aaron Else chats with us about being an optimist, focusing on giving students what they need to grow, and why the secret to life is in the clichés.

January 23rd, 2020

30:15

Elementary School Principal, Aaron Else, chats with us about being an optimist, focusing on giving students what they need to grow, and why the …

139: Scan For The Good. - Suzanne Dailey chats with us about patience, perspective, and finding that one small thing you can do today to be better, happier, and more positive. 

January 20th, 2020

30:03

Instructional coach, Suzanne Dailey, chats with us about patience, perspective, and finding that one small thing you can do today to be better, happier, and more positive.

Suzanne shares her vision for "Teach Happier," …

AUDIO BLOG - Adjust Your Leans - Student Behavior is Information

January 17th, 2020

5:54

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Adjust Your Leans - Student Behavior is Information." Written by Jacqueline Goodburn (@PDwithJG). Read by Rae Hughart (@raehughart). Read the post at

138: Let It Go. - Jana Zipfel chats with us about taking time to focus on relationships, the importance of self-care, and why you shouldn't try to do everything.

January 15th, 2020

26:25

19 year teaching veteran, Jana Zipfel chats with us about taking time to focus on relationships, the importance of self-care, and why you shouldn't …

137: Think of teaching like a taco. - Kate MacFarlane chats with us about building relationships, connecting with others, and why we should think of teaching like a taco.

January 12th, 2020

28:02

18 year veteran teacher, Kate MacFarlane, chats with us about building relationships, connecting with others, and why we should think of teaching …

AUDIO BLOG - Supporting Student Productive Struggle

January 10th, 2020

9:35

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Supporting Student Productive Struggle" Written by Dr. Matthew Joseph (@MatthewXJoseph). Read by Rae Hughart (@raehughart). Read the post at

136: Still learning. - P. Sloan Joseph chats with us about being transparent, being reflective, and finding the humor in life.

January 9th, 2020

32:38

Instructional technology coach, P. Sloan Joseph, chats with us about being transparent, being reflective, and finding the humor in life.

P. Sloan …

135: Promoting education. - Katelynn Giordano chats with us about giving students an active role in learning, the power of personalized learning, and being someone who promotes education.

January 5th, 2020

31:53

6th grade ELA teacher, and Teach Better's Digital Content Editor, Katelynn Giordano, chats with us about giving students an active role in learning, …

AUDIO BLOG: Tips For Happier Teaching. - From the "Teach Happier" Blog Series at www.teachbetter.com.

January 4th, 2020

3:38

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Tips For Happier Teaching." Written by Suzanne Dailey (@DaileySuzanne) as part of our Teach Happier Blog Series. Read by Rae Hughart (@raehughart). Read the post at

134: Take risks. Go with your gut. - Sarah Lalonde chats with us about navigating the first few years of your teaching career, building strong relationships, and taking risks.

January 2nd, 2020

38:42

Sarah Lalonde chats with us about navigating the first few years of your teaching career, building strong relationships, and taking risks.

Sarah shares how she had to do a lot of unlearning to start embracing failures, …

133: Purpose Driven. - LaTezeon Humphrey Balentine chats with us about helping others reach their maximum potential, making mistakes, and being driven by a purpose.

December 30th, 2019

34:38

LaTezeon Humphrey Balentine chats with us about helping others reach their maximum potential, making mistakes, and being driven by a purpose.

More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/latezeonhumphreybalentine

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132: The Teacher Guy - Abbas Manjee chats with us about focusing on what you can control, redefining what it means to learn skills, and the importance of taking care of yourself.

December 26th, 2019

27:03

Chief Academic Officer and Co-Founder of Kiddom, Abbas Manjee, chats with us about focusing on what you can control, redefining what it means to …

131: The Power of Environment - Kevin Stoller chats with us about surrounding yourself with positivity, the importance of planning your day, and the power of your classroom's environment.

December 23rd, 2019

34:52

Kay-Twelve founder, Kevin Stoller, chats with us about surrounding yourself with positivity, the importance of planning your day, and the power of …

AUDIO BLOG - Recharging Yourself and Your Students After Winter Break

December 20th, 2019

5:53

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Recharging Yourself and Your Students After Winter Break" Written by Kendall Lawson (@ELAwithLawson). Read by Jeff Gargas (@jeffgargas). Read the post at

130: Creating a Culture of Coaching. - Lauren Vaclavik chats with us about being a part of something bigger, the power of reflection, and creating a culture of coaching.

December 19th, 2019

29:36

Instructional coach, Lauren Vaclavik, chats with us about being a part of something bigger, the power of reflection, and creating a culture of …

129: Be 200% In. - Jen Molitor chats with us about choosing to embrace all the things thrown at you every day, following your heart, and believing that all kids deserve to learn.

December 16th, 2019

30:30

Gifted intervention specialist, instructional coach, and author, Jen Molitor, chats with us about choosing to embrace all the things thrown at you …

128: Video games, dad jokes, and higher education. - Dr. Matthew Barr chats with us about his research with video games, creating a work-based element in higher education, and telling too many dad jok

December 13th, 2019

36:16

Dr. Matthew Barr chats with us about his research with video games, creating a work-based element in higher education, and telling too many dad jokes.

127: Impact beyond the classroom. - Toney Jackson chats with us about making an impact beyond your classroom, exploring everything in education, and why he thinks now is one of the  most exciting time

December 8th, 2019

29:02

4th grade teacher, poet, and author, Toney Jackson, chats with us about making an impact beyond your classroom, exploring everything in education, and why he thinks now is one of the  most exciting times to be a teacher.

126: Finding the fun in teaching. - Adam Renard chats with us about bringing others with you on the adventure, finding the fun in your content, and creating experiences kids love.

December 4th, 2019

31:16

Adam Renard chats with us about bringing others with you on the adventure, finding the fun in your content, and creating experiences kids love.

Adam shares how to make things more fun, the  power of relationships, and …

125: Chief Cheerleader of Teaching - Dave Schmittou chats with us about getting out of the way so teachers can try something big, being authentic for the right reasons, and why he calls himself the ch

December 2nd, 2019

38:19

Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Author, Speaker, and Podcast Host, Dave Schmittou, chats with us about getting out of the way so …

AUDIO BLOG - Reflecting On #TeachBetter19

November 29th, 2019

8:54

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Reflecting On #TeachBetter19" Written by Jeff Gargas (@jeffgargas). Read by Rae Hughart (@raehughart). Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/reflecting-on-teachbetter19

In …

124: Be a learner. - Jennifer Appel chats with us about the little things that can have big impacts, staying open-minded, and why we have to keep learning.

November 27th, 2019

32:05

Instructional coach, and 21 year veteran teacher, Jennifer Appel, chats with us about the little things that can have big impacts, staying open-minded, and why we have to keep learning.

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123: Personal and Authentic. - Thomas C Murray chats with us about being personal and authentic, and designing learning experiences that impact a lifetime.

November 26th, 2019

43:52

Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools, Tom Murray, chats with us about being personal and authentic, and designing learning experiences …

AUDIO BLOG - Why Your District Should Stop Worrying About Missed Days

November 25th, 2019

4:13

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Why Your District Should Stop Worrying About Missed Days" Written by Chad Ostrowski (@chadostrowski). …

122: Find the moment and reflect. - William Illingworth chats with us about engaging in the hard topics, admitting when you fail, and the power of finding a moment to reflect.

November 21st, 2019

32:00

William Illingworth chats with us about engaging in the hard topics, admitting when you fail, and the power of finding a moment to reflect.

William talks about how he is like a 3rd party reflection point, and shares a …

121: Enjoy the day. - Allyson Apsey chats with us about navigating the challenges and joys of being an educator, being  yourself, and making the decision to enjoy the day.

November 19th, 2019

40:00

Allyson Apsey chats with us about navigating the challenges and joys of being an educator, being  yourself, and making the decision to enjoy the day.

Allyson shares why we need to value what our students value, not …

120: #TeachBetter19 Recap - Jeff and Rae reflect on the first ever Teach Better Conference

November 17th, 2019

48:11

We reflect on the first ever Teach Better Conference. We discuss our favorite moments, give some shoutouts, and let you in on a few secrets for 2020.

119: Connected, reflective, and unrelenting. - Bryon Carpenter shares why you need to connect with others outside your space, how to always be reflective, and why every obstacles is an opportunity wai

November 12th, 2019

38:52

11 year veteran teacher, Bryon Carpenter, chats with is about being unrelenting, connecting with others, and making it your  own.

Bryon shares why you need to connect with others outside your space, how to always be …

118: Listen. Reflect. Personalize. - Charles Randolph and Steve Jones chat with us about listening to your students, putting your ego aside, and personalizing learning for everyone.

November 7th, 2019

37:29

ISTE STEM Co-Chairs, Charles Randolph and Steven Jones, chat with us about listening to your students, putting your ego aside, and personalizing …

117: ASPIRE To Lead - Joshua Stamper chats with us about relationships, passion projects, and going further to be a leader.

November 3rd, 2019

32:23

Assistant Principal, and host of the ASPIRE Leadership Podcast, Joshua Stamper, chats with us about relationships, passion projects, and going further to be a leader.

Joshua talks about changing the structure of …

116: The Future Is Now - James DiDonato chats with us about preparing students for the future, connecting with your community, and being an educational geek.

October 31st, 2019

34:41

Superintendent, James DiDonato, chats with us about preparing students for the future, connecting with your community, and being an educational geek.

James talks about keeping our passion and excitement for learning, …

115: Belief formation on steroids. - Michael Rousell chats with us about how we can use surprise to change  the way our students think about education and themselves.

October 28th, 2019

40:44

Teacher, psychologist, and author, Michael Rousell, chats with us about how we can use surprise to change  the way our students think about education …

AUDIO BLOG - Waiting to Have "Those Conversations" Is Hurting Students.

October 25th, 2019

5:46

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Waiting to Have Those Conversations is Hurting Students" Written by Rae Hughart (@RaeHughart). Read by Jeff Gargas (@jeffgargas). Read the post at

114: Be unapologetically you. - Becky Schnekser chats with us about teaching science the way it is meant to be taught, have phalange wars with her students, and being unapologetically you.

October 23rd, 2019

41:11

Educator and explorer, Becky Schnekser, chats with us about teaching science the way it is meant to be taught, have phalange wars with her students, …

113: You are enough. - Angela Maiers chats with us about changing the world, chasing big dreams, and understanding that you are enough.

October 20th, 2019

41:34

Angela Maiers chats with us about changing the world, chasing big dreams, and understanding that you are enough.

Angela shares how we can have an impact even if we aren't perfect, the power of daily affirmations, and …

AUDIO BLOG - 5 Characteristics of Strong School Leaders

October 19th, 2019

5:48

This is an audio version of the blog post, "5 Characteristics of Strong School Leaders" Written by Chad Ostrowski (@ChadOstrowski). Read by Jeff …

112: Good stress. - Mike Washburn chats with us about appreciating people, being fearless, and having "good stress."

October 16th, 2019

47:09

Mike Washburn chats with us about appreciating people, being fearless, and having "good stress."

Mike shares why it's critical to have realistic expectations, the importance of learning to reflect and grow, and why we …

111: Being "The Loud One" - Delaney Brummel chats with us about being cool with being "the loud one" in her school, and focusing on keeping things student-centered.

October 14th, 2019

35:42

First year teacher, Delaney Brummel, chats with us about being cool with being "the loud one" in her school, helping kids get comfortable sharing …

110: It's not what you know. - Jason Habisch chats with us about taking care of yourself, being a part of a championship team, and recruiting your own board of advisors.

October 10th, 2019

43:18

Jason Habisch chats with us about taking care of yourself, being a part of a championship team, and recruiting your own board of advisors.

Jason talks about the power of reflection, leaning into a challenge and learning …

109: Lifelong Learning. - Jorge Valenzuela chats with us about how a lot of failures equate to small successes, but a lot of little successes lead to bigger successes.

October 7th, 2019

41:17

Jorge Valenzuela chats with us about how a lot of failures equate to small successes, but a lot of little successes lead to bigger successes.

Jorge …

Strategies to Increase Critical Thinking Skills in students

October 4th, 2019

7:25

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Strategies to Increase Critical Thinking Skills in Students" Written by Dr. Matthew X Joseph (@MatthewXJoseph). Read by Jeff Gargas (@jeffgargas). Read the post at

108: Get comfortable being uncomfortable. - Dan Kreiness chats with us about staying true to your why, rolling with the punches, and finding the positive in every failure.

October 2nd, 2019

36:26

Instructional coach, and host of the Leader Of Learning Podcast, Dan Kreiness, chats with us about staying true to your why, rolling with the …

107: Adjust Your Mindset - Nick Mann chats with us about why personal wellness is so important for teachers, how he learned to fail forward, and how you can take small steps to be healthier every day.

September 29th, 2019

38:21

Fitness expert, Marine Corp Veteran, and founder of TeacherFit, Nick Man, chats with us about why personal wellness is so important for teachers, how he learned to fail forward, and how you can take small steps to be …

106: Empower Students as Creators - Monica Burns chats with us about empowering students as creators, and the power of purposefully checking in with others every day. 

September 26th, 2019

35:22

Speaker, author, and consultant, Monica Burns, chats with us about empowering students as creators, giving kids opportunities to work on projects big …

105: Be Consistent. Be flexible. - Barbara Mascareno chats with us about teaching content in a context that helps students retain it better, the power of flexibility, and how we can work to incorporat

September 22nd, 2019

34:56

Science teacher, writer, and owner of Spanish4Kiddos, Barbara Mascareno, chats with us about teaching content in a context that helps students retain it better, the power of flexibility, and how we can work to …

AUDIO BLOG - 5 Out of the Box Ways to Engage TEACHERS in Professional Development

September 21st, 2019

4:22

This is an audio version of the blog post, "5 Out of the Box Ways to Engage TEACHERS in Professional Development" Written by Lauren Salsinger (@diaryofa21stcenturyteacher). Read by Jeff Gargas (@jeffgargas). Read the …

104: Do Your New Best - Jake Miller chats with us about sharing more in order to help more teachers help more students, finding what best fits your style, and being the best teacher you've ever been.

September 19th, 2019

37:20

Educational Duct Tape Podcast host, Jake Miller, chats with us about sharing more in order to help more teachers help more students, finding what best fits your style, and being the best teacher you've ever been.

Jake …

103: Through A Culturally Diverse Lens. - Sheldon Eakins chats with us about learning as much as we can about our students' cultures, and how to address issues of equity. 

September 16th, 2019

38:30

<span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span> Director of Special Education, and Director of the Leading Equity …

AUDIO BLOG - 9 Ways to Fix Your Lesson Plans - Connect your Content

September 14th, 2019

4:00

This is an audio version of the blog post, "9 Ways to Fix Your Lesson Plans - Connect your Content" Written by Rae Hughart (@raehughart). Read by Rae Hughart 

Read the post at

101: Finding The "Why" Before the "What" - Stephanie Howell chats with us about focusing on the "why" in education and then finding the "what" that aligns with it. 

September 9th, 2019

31:22

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Stephanie Howell, chats with us about focusing on the "why" in education and then finding the "what" that …

AUDIO BLOG - Setting the Bar – 3 Tips to Help Our Students Meet and Exceed Our Expectations

September 7th, 2019

7:15

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Setting the Bar – 3 Tips to Help Our Students Meet and Exceed Our Expectations" Written by Michael Jennings (@THEschmike). Read by Rae Hughart (@RaeHughart)

Read the post at

100: Tim Cavey Takes Over Teach Better Talk - The Teachers On Fire host flips the mic on Jeff and Rae for our 100th episode.

September 5th, 2019

34:31

Tim Cavey, host of the Teachers On Fire Podcast, flips the mic on Jeff and Rae for our 100th episode. Tim chats with us about the journey to 100, what we love about producing the podcast, how the show has grown, and the …

99: Fail. Reflect. Move Forward. - Amber Heffner chats with us about learning from failures, reflecting in order to grow, and rethinking the way we facilitate education.

September 2nd, 2019

38:35

IDEA Executive Director, Amber Heffner, chats with us about learning from failures, reflecting in order to grow, and rethinking the way we facilitate education.

Amber shares her journey to becoming Executive Director of …

BONUS EPISODE - Rae's Keynote Talk at the Hot Springs Tech Institute - June 2019

September 1st, 2019

1:01:38

This is the audio from Rae's keynote talk at the Hot Springs Technology Institute in June, 2019. Rae shares insight into how teachers and IT leaders …

98: Learn to Love Failure - Meghan Deegan chats with us about the power of reflection, getting over the fear of failure, and surrounding yourself with the right people.

August 29th, 2019

35:26

Meghan Deegan chats with us about the power of reflection, getting over the fear of failure, and surrounding yourself with the right people. Meghan shares how she learned to love failure, why we need to instill that …

97: Start A Revolution - Derek McCoy chats with us about loving what we do and who we do it with, bringing the excitement and joy, and how magic can take place if we embrace it.

August 26th, 2019

40:52

Director of Learning and Innovation, and author of "The Revolution," Derek McCoy, chats with us about loving what we do and who we do it with, …

AUDIO BLOG - Integrating Technology in Education: Are You Making These Top 5 Mistakes?

August 23rd, 2019

12:18

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Integrating Technology in Education: Are You Making These Top 5 Mistakes?" Written by Tiffany Ott (

96: AR/VR in EDU - Jaime Donally chats with us about AR and VR in education, how we need to adjust technology to fit our classrooms, and why we need to let our students be partners in the experiences

August 22nd, 2019

35:52

Jaime Donally chats with us about AR and VR in education, how we need to adjust technology to fit our classrooms, and why we need to let our students …

95: A Team Approach - Nick Sutton, chats with us about getting back to good instruction, working as a team, and why you shouldn't be afraid of your evaluations.

August 19th, 2019

28:52

Superintendent, Nick Sutton, chats with us about getting back to good instruction, working as a team, and why you shouldn't be afraid of your …

AUDIO BLOG - Student Teacher Mentoring 101

August 17th, 2019

5:04

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Student Teacher Mentoring 101" Written by Rae Hughart(@RaeHughart). Read by Rae Hughart

Read the post at

94: A Two-Way Conversation - Christine Witcher chats with us about the importance of feedback, and how to make sure our students are emotionally ready for it, and prepared to learn from it. 

August 15th, 2019

36:19

Christine Witcher chats with us about the importance of feedback, and how to make sure our students are emotionally ready for it, and prepared to learn from it. Christine shares how fixing a problem in her classroom …

93: Practice What You Preach - Robert Breyer chats with us about setting the tone, leading by example, and practicing what you preach.

August 12th, 2019

32:05

Elementary Principal, Rob Breyer, chats with us about setting the tone, leading by example, and practicing what you preach. Rob shares why he loves classrooms that are never quiet, the reason he has the best kids in all …

AUDIO BLOG - How to Fight Mental Illness Through Authenticity

August 10th, 2019

9:05

This is an audio version of the blog post, "How to Fight Mental Illness Through Authenticity" Written by Christine Ravesi-Weinstein (@RavesiWeinstein). Read by Rae Hughart (@raehughart

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92: Mic Drop Moments - Brianna Shaner chats with us about staying true to yourself, stepping outside of your comfort zone, and looking for your "mic drop moments."

August 8th, 2019

34:34

Brianna Shaner chats with us about staying true to yourself, stepping outside of your comfort zone, and looking for your "mic drop moments." Brianna talks about trying new things, the importance of focusing on your …

91: Just A Dreamer - Amanda Fox shares how we need to really think through the problems we're trying to solve, and why you should surround yourself with dreamers.

August 5th, 2019

32:35

Author, speaker, and dreamer, Amanda Fox, chats with us about the importance of recalibrating after a failure, building relationships for the …

AUDIO BLOG - Breaking Down Why District Initiatives Break Down

August 3rd, 2019

7:34

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Breaking Down Why District Initiatives Break Down" Written by Chad Ostrowski (@chadostrowski). Read by Rae Hughart (@raehughart)

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90: Rethink Everything - Stefanie Crawford chats about gamification, knowing you're good enough, and rethinking everything about education.

July 31st, 2019

43:10

Stefanie Crawford chats with us about gamification, knowing that you're good enough, and being okay with asking for help.

Stefanie discusses the …

89: Just Learning Every Day- Rachelle Dene Poth shares her love of learning, and why she feels like her job is relaxing

July 29th, 2019

36:54

Teacher, author, consultant, and ISTE Making IT Happen Award winner, Rachelle Dene Poth, chats with us about exploring AR/VR, why she feels like her …

88: A Work in Progress - Lori McEwen chats with us about focusing on best practices for all students, bringing everything back to deep and joyful learning for kids.

July 24th, 2019

36:46

Dr. Lori McEwen chats with us about focusing on best practices for all students, bringing everything back to deep and joyful learning for kids, and …

AUDIO BLOG - Getting The Most Out Of Collaboration Time - Audio Blog

July 24th, 2019

5:12

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Getting The Most Out Of Collaboration Time." Written by Bryan Zwemke (@BryanZwemke). Read by Rae Hughart (

87: Principal On A Skateboard – Michael Earnshaw chats with us about getting back the real you, the importance of modeling what you expect from others, and why he doesn't care about test scores.

July 22nd, 2019

42:58

The Principal on a Skateboard, Michael Earnshaw, chats with us about getting back the real you, the importance of modeling what you expect from others, and why he doesn't care about test scores.

Michale shares why we …

BONUS EPISODE - Jeff featured on the "How to Be Awesome at Your Job" podcast with Pete Mockaitis.

July 20th, 2019

56:45

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86: Let Them Own It - Maryanne Cullinan and Ellen Kidd chat about giving students ownership, the power of building community, and why we sometimes need to get out of the way.

July 18th, 2019

35:17

Our dynamic duo, Maryanne Cullinan and Ellen Kidd, chat about giving students ownership, the power of building community, and why we sometimes need …

85: Change Their Mood - Jeremy Rinkel chats with us about being student focused and allowing student creativity to grow, and why we sometimes need to do whatever it takes to "change their mood."

July 14th, 2019

35:50

High school English teacher, Jeremy Rinkel, chats with us about being student focused and allowing student creativity to grow, and why we sometimes …

84: Hello Mrs. Harwick - Haylee Harwick chats with us about investing the things that will actually help your students, utilizing a failure to fuel success, and why she is obsessed with podcasts.

July 11th, 2019

37:49

5th grade teacher, Haylee Harwick, chats with us about investing the things that will actually help your students, utilizing a failure to fuel success, and why she is obsessed with podcasts in her classroom.

Haylee …

83: Wannabe Teacher - Kathleen Trace chats with us about motivating new teachers, changing the narrative around teaching, and pushing through fear.

July 7th, 2019

35:42

High School English teacher, and author, Kathleen Trace, chats with us about motivating new teachers, changing the narrative around teaching, and …

82: Driving a positive culture - Daniel Finn chats with us about earning respect, building relationships, and driving a positive culture in your school.

July 3rd, 2019

38:50

Vice Principal, Dan Finn, chats with us about earning respect, building relationships, and driving a positive culture in your school, and shares how …

81: Empower Everyone - Lynn Colon and Adam Welcome talk about being intentional, why you need to tell your story, and the importance of believing students CAN succeed.

July 1st, 2019

42:58

"Empower Our Girls" co-authors, Lynn Colón and Adam Welcome, chat with us about their journey to writing the book, and why it's not just about …

80: Mo Physics. Mo Problems. - Mike Mohammad (Live from Summer Spark 2019)

June 27th, 2019

18:10

Mike Mohammad chats with us live at Summer Spark (#USMspark) in Milwaukee, WI, sharing stories and lessons learned throughout his 19 year career.
Mike talks about the power of sharing what you're doing, why communication …

79: Just A Teacher From Akron - Chelsea Nicolino (Live from the 2019 Akron Public Schools APS3T Conference)

June 24th, 2019

26:15

8th grade science teacher, Chelsea Nicolino, chats with us live from Akron Public Schools APS3T Conference in Akron, OH. Chelsea discusses teaching …

78: Addicted to Learning - Jacie Maslyk shares how she always finds her way back to the students, the power of collaboration, and why it's so important to let kids see that as teachers and leaders, we

June 20th, 2019

34:51

Assistant Superintendent, author, and 22-year veteran teacher, Jacie Maslyk, chats with us about being addicted to learning, remembering what we're really here for, and when she realized how important it is for kids to …

77: Pour Yourself Into Others - Kim Darche chats with us about why you should have tea with everyone, be prepared to change, and look to always pour yourself into others so they flourish.

June 17th, 2019

38:40

Instructional coach, and adjunct professor, Kim Darche, chats with us about why you should have tea with everyone, be prepared to change, and look to …

76: As "Extra" as Possible - Michelle Weiss chats with us about being as "extra" as possible, learning to listen, and working through changes and challenges to have her best year ever.

June 13th, 2019

29:45

2nd grade teacher, Michelle Weiss, chats with us about being as "extra" as possible, learning to listen, and working through changes and challenges to have her best year ever.

Michelle talks about being focused on self …

75: Make It Matter - Bradford Hubbard shares the early lesson he learned about relationships, why we need to celebrate all wins, and the event that changed the way he looks at his responsibilities.

June 9th, 2019

42:27

Assistant superintendent, Bradford Hubbard, talks with us about the importance of focusing on equity and social emotional learning, his mission to ignite passion and discovery in every student, and embracing the idea of …

74: Take a Breath - Mandy Froehlich chats with us about taking leaps of faith, recovering from embarrassing failures, and the importance of taking care of yourself.

June 6th, 2019

34:56

Author, speaker, and Director of Author Success at EduMatch, Mandy Froehlich, chats with us about taking leaps of faith, recovering from embarrassing failures, and the importance of taking care of yourself.

Mandy shares …

73: Award Winning Culture - Hans Appel chats with us about amplifying student voices, creating an exceptional school culture, and helping others find their joy.

June 3rd, 2019

38:30

Educator working as counselor, Hans Appel, talks with us about the importance of authenticity, what your school brand really is, and how the simplest …

72: Master The Purpose - Michael Cohen chats with us about teaching students how to create, helping them to struggle, and guiding them to build out creative solutions.

May 30th, 2019

43:56

The Tech Rabbi, Michael Cohen, chats with us about teaching students how to create, helping them to struggle, and guiding them to build out creative …

71: Be You. - Matthew Joseph talks about the power of asking for honest feedback, providing value to others through relationships, and being yourself to bring your unique gifts to the classroom.

May 27th, 2019

38:12

Director of Curriculum and Instruction, and Author, Matthew Joseph, chats with us about being inspired by collaboration, doing what's in the best …

70: Writer. Teacher. Mom. - Jennifer Wolfe chats about teaching the whole student, making purposeful connections, and helping students grow.

May 23rd, 2019

34:36

Writer, teacher, and mom, Jennifer Wolfe, chats with us about teaching the whole student, making purposeful connections, and helping students grow …

69: Building Heroes- Bruce and Erin Umpstead chat with us about helping students see that . they're on a hero's journey, and working together to find The Great American Epic.

May 20th, 2019

41:32

Brother/Sister duo, Bruce and Erin Umpstead, join us to chat about blending the classics with progressive movements, allowing students to experience life through reflection, and showing kids that they are each on a …

68: Conductors of Our Classrooms - Jeff Bradbury chats about listening to our audience to understand their needs, and how you can teach like a WWE Superstar.

May 16th, 2019

44:13

Jeffrey Bradbury, educational podcaster and founder of TeacherCast, chats with us about podcasting to help give educators a voice, why he loves using the medium to connect educators and grow together, and how you can …

67: Physical Literacy - Michael Jennings chats with us about giving our students more movement tools in their movement toolbox.

May 12th, 2019

44:21

Physical education teacher, Michael Jennings chats with us about giving our students more movement tools in their movement toolbox, teaching the …

66: Culture and Creativity - Kelly Croy discusses why we need to focus on creation over consumption, and how good and bad days all come down to a cultural experience.

May 9th, 2019

41:46

Director of Innovation and Instruction, Author, and the host of the Wired Educator Podcast, Kelly Croy, chats with us about his 28 years in education, why he believes in inspiration, and how good days and bad days all …

65: Relationships Over Content - Wilkie Law chats with us about his unique journey to becoming a teacher, and why we need to cherish the human side of people.

May 6th, 2019

40:34

Math skills specialist, and c0-founder of the LED Project, Wilkie Law III, chats with us about his unique journey to becoming a teacher, the importance of understanding a person before we judge, and how his struggles in …

64: We all have to shine. - Jeffrey Austin shares why he had to completely ditch everything he was doing, how powerful really meaningful, personalized, timely feedback can be to a student, and why we

May 1st, 2019

35:33

World Humanities teach, Writing Center Director, and English Department Chair, Jeffrey Austin, chats with us about getting students passionate about reading and writing, building the Skyline Writing Center, and why …

63: Find Your Frosty Moment - Don Epps chats about building a connection with your community, and why you need to find your "Frosty Moment."

April 29th, 2019

31:41

Middle school principal, Don Epps, chats with us about building a connection with your community, getting uncomfortable in order to grow, and why you …

62: Improvise, adapt, and overcome - Seamus O'hara talks about never being satisfied, not being afraid to fail, and how we can be better.

April 25th, 2019

34:34

14 year veteran teacher, and host of the EdPop Podcast, Seamus O'Hara, chats with us about his unique podcast format, why he believes we get stuck in being afraid to change, and the power of appreciation.

Seamus talks …

61: Create More. - Tim Cavey shares why he is focused on creating content, learning, and relationships.

April 22nd, 2019

37:52

18 year veteran teacher, and host of the Teachers On Fire Podcast, Tim Cavey, chats with us about his journey to podcasting, why you should have an …

60: Go Change The World. - Tamara Letter shares how to create opportunities for students to become kindness cultivators in their communities.

April 18th, 2019

42:47

Kindness cultivator and author, Tamara Letter, chats with us about her journey teaching in multiple states, circling back home, and becoming a …

59: Taking Risks - Jason Reagin chats with us about taking risks, working with drones, and his experience teaching around the world.

April 14th, 2019

30:22

Jason Reagin chats with us about taking risks, working with drones, and his experience traveling the world and teaching in the U.S., Bermuda, China, and South Korea. 

Jason shares a story of a personal failure that lead …

58: Learning Opportunities - Chris Chappotin talks with us about growing as learners and servants so we can turn it toward our students.

April 11th, 2019

38:05

Chris Chappotin chats with us about growing as learners and servants so we can turn it toward our students. He breaks down his district's 3 components for creating engaging learning, and why he tries to be a person of …

57: Ignite Your Fire - Annick Rauch answers the question, "How do you do it?" and shares how her passion drives her.

April 8th, 2019

34:57

10 year veteran, and mom of 4, Annick Rauch answers the question, "How do you do it?" and shares how her passion drives her.

Annick dives into how she embraces the spark of learning to ignite her fire of passion, tells …

56: Legit Leadership - Joe Sanfelippo shares the components of building an amazing school culture, how they have transformed their professional development, and the power of empowering your team.

April 4th, 2019

37:57

Superintendent, author, and keynote speaker, Joe Sanfelippo, chats with us about being a part of an environment and a community that you can be proud of, serving that community, and the importance of listening.


Joe …

55: Take The L.E.A.P. - Elisabeth Bostwick chats about why we need to re-imagine learning, and how she learns something new every time she walks into another teacher's classroom.

April 1st, 2019

38:59

Instructional coach, and author of "Take The L.E.A.P.," Elisabeth Bostwick chats with us about fostering culture, encouraging students to take …

54: Creative Voices. - High school students DJ and Noah share how creativity and freedom are helping to shape their future.

March 28th, 2019

36:06

In this episode, we chat with Alex Oris, Joe Nowak, and two awesome high school students at Cuyahoga Falls High School in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. We …

53: Serve to lead. - Chris McGraw chats about having swagger while staying humble.

March 25th, 2019

41:41

Middle school principal (Rae's principal!), Chris McGraw, chats about having swagger while staying humble, making sure you're filling yourself up in …

52: One Drop Of Kindness - Jeffrey Kubiak talks with us about adapting, crushing it, and how one drop of kindness can be a win for everyone.

March 20th, 2019

30:29

Elementary principal, and author of "One Drop Of Kindness," Jeffrey Kubiak, chats about supporting his teachers no matter what, always reflecting and adjusting to adapt to what the world is doing to our kids, and how …

51: Students First. - Lauren Salsinger chats with us about keeping students in the forefront of every decision we make, and the crucial promise she made to herself.

March 18th, 2019

31:38

Elementary teacher turned Student Learning Coach, Lauren Salsinger, chats with us about keeping students in the forefront of every decision we make, stepping out of your comfort zone, and the crucial promise she made to …

50: The Journey So Far. - Jeff and Rae look back at the first 49 episodes of Teach Better Talk.

March 13th, 2019

44:10

Jeff and Rae recap the journey of Teach Better Talk so far. We share our favorite pieces of advice, the bloopers along the way, and of course...we make fun of each other and laugh a lot, too.

We also recap our favorite …

49: Make Connections - Frank Bellomo chats with us about the power of relationships, and why you don't need to be the smartest person in the room.

March 10th, 2019

27:56

Elementary principal, Frank Bellomo, chats with us about being on a mission with his team to improve the lives of kids.

Frank talks about the power of relationships, why you don't need to be the smartest person in the …

48: In AWE - Sarah Johnson shares her journey of creating In AWE, amplifying women, and the importance of taking care of yourself.

March 7th, 2019

27:50

Educator, consultant, entrepreneur, and co-author of "Balance Like A Pirate," Sarah Johnson, shares her passion for amplifying women, the importance …

47: Being Coachable - Steve Diveley chats with us about his work with the AIMS Network, how we can question ourselves for the purpose of improvement, and the importance of being coachable.

March 4th, 2019

27:00

Junior high principal, and AIMS Network President, Steve Diveley, talks with us about finding positive people to be your lifeline and asking for help when you need it. 

Steve chats with us about his work with the AIMS …

46: Be Open - Monica Burns chats with us about the importance of having a community and conversations.

February 27th, 2019

28:58

Educator, author, and national speaker, Monica Burns, talks with us about focusing on thoughtful, strategic tech integration, and how sometimes a …

45: Get Weird - Noah Geisel challenges us all to get weird and notice new things.

February 25th, 2019

33:54

Noah Geisel is a digital badges consultant, a national speaker, and the Education Director at StackUp.net. Noah shares his journey of being a …

44: Girl Boss - Dr. Rena Hawkins chats with us about the current opportunities for student leadership and student voice, and why we're not here to compete with each other.

February 21st, 2019

26:25

22 year veteran, and co-host of the ShareMOedu Podcast, Dr. Rena Hawkins, chats with us about the current opportunities for student leadership and student voice, and why we're not here to compete with each other.

Rena …

43: From Consumers to Creators - Alex Oris talks about transforming students from consumers to creators, and where our future leaders are.

February 18th, 2019

30:04

Alex Oris is a Technology Integration Specialist at Cuyahoga Falls City Schools in Ohio. He chats with us about using technology in schools, …

42: Pamper Triggers - Dan Tricarico chats with us about finding the things that make you zen.

February 13th, 2019

25:34

25+ year veteran teacher, and author of "The Zen Teacher," Dan Tricarico, chats with us about working with teachers to reduce stress and increase their self care to avoid burn out. Dan talks about when he knew he had …

41: Heart of a Marshmallow - Neil Gupta chats with us about being responsive, reflective, and vulnerable.

February 10th, 2019

31:06

Dr. Neil Gupta is the Director of Secondary Education for Worthington City Schools, a national speaker, and a consultant with ASCD. Neil chats with …

40: Walk with them - Kyle Krueger talks about being authentic and transparent with our students.

February 7th, 2019

28:08

LED Project Podcast co-host, and co-founder of the Lighthouse Educator Development non-profit, Kyle Krueger, chats with us about helping teachers build better relationships, his journey to personal development, and his …

39: The S.H.G. Principle - Chip Baker talks about leaving a positive impact on the world.

February 3rd, 2019

29:30

20+ year veteran teacher, and host of "The Success Chronicles" on YouTube, Chip Baker, chats with us about being a 4th generation educator, wanting to do his part in creating a positive ripple in the world, and how we …

38: EduMagic - A chat with Sam Fecich and some amazing pre-service teachers.

January 30th, 2019

34:24

Professor Sam Fecich and an amazing group of pre-service teachers chat with us about why they got into teaching, what's got them excited about the field, and how they hope to impact lives.

These future teachers share …

37: Why does it matter? - Chuck Taft chats about why we need to start looking for the learning

January 28th, 2019

29:25

Middle school social studies teacher, Chuck Taft, chats with us about teaching America's story, making authentic connections, and how the world is …

36: Building a Support System - Erin Hall chats with us about finding a way to connect the social an

January 24th, 2019

25:55

9th grade english teacher, and founder of YES RI, Erin Hall, chats with us about finding a way to connect the social and professional experiences for educators, keeping teachers supported and motivated, and reflecting …

35: What we're doing matters.- Joel Hawbaker talks about being deliberate about how we spend our tim

January 21st, 2019

29:31

Best-selling author, high school history teacher, and soccer coach, Joel Hawbaker, talks about being deliberate about how we spend our time, why he's …

34: Reflect and Readjust - Susan Jachymiak chats about her 1st year as a teacher.

January 16th, 2019

25:42

4th grade math teacher, Susan Jachymiak, chats with us about her passion for growth mindset, reflecting to find what works best for her students, and the challenges she's overcome as a 1st year teacher.

Susan talks …

33: Ignite Your S.H.I.N.E. - LaVonna Roth chats with us about recognizing your greatness.

January 13th, 2019

31:23

Author, speaker, and creator of the Ignite Your S.H.I.N.E.® initiative, LaVonna Roth, chats with us about how we can all shine through our mindset.

LaVonna shares how we can recognize our own greatness and become the …

32: Allow yourself permission. - Jessie Lynch chats with us about taking the time to do what you nee

January 10th, 2019

26:22

6th grade math and language arts teacher, Jessie Lynch, chats with us about allowing yourself permission to make mistakes, try something new, and taking the time to do what you need to do.

Jessie shares why it's …

31: Stay true to who you are. - Barb Baker shares stories from her 20+ years of teaching.

January 9th, 2019

30:47

20 year veteran, Barb Baker, chats with us about giving ownership back to our students, why we must never stop learning, and why she feels truly …

30: Make it happen. - Adam Welcome chats about living life to the complete fullest.

January 2nd, 2019

33:03

Author, speaker, and "Truth Teller," Adam Welcome chats with us about living life to the complete fullest, why we need to give our schools back to …

29: You're not alone. - Brian Costello shares his journey, and why your network is so important.

December 30th, 2018

31:47

Brian Costello has been teaching for more than 13 years, with a variety of roles, including primary education, digital integration specialist, and …

28: Make Learning Magical - Tisha Richmond shares her journey.

December 27th, 2018

30:30

21 year veteran teacher, and author of "Make Learning Magical," Tisha Richmond, shares her journey from being a burnt out educator, to becoming an innovative leader and published author.
Tisha chats with us about working …

27: Stay Authentic - Sarah Thomas chats with us about why authenticity is so important, and your 'se

December 23rd, 2018

25:59

Speaker, author, Google Certified Innovator, and EduMatch founder, Sarah Thomas, talks with us about how we can be authentic with our students and why it is so important. Sarah shares how she loves creating spaces where …

26: Teach Better - Chad Ostrowski shares his relentless pursuit of Better.

December 19th, 2018

32:14

Teach Better Team co-founder, and creator of The Grid Method, Chad Ostrowski, chats with us about the relentless pursuit of Better. Chad tells us the story of the worst year of his life and how it changed everything, …

25: Shift This - Joy Kirr chats with us about why she loves her job.

December 16th, 2018

27:45

24 year veteran teacher, speaker, and author of "Shift This," Joy Kirr, chats with us about why she loves her job. Joy digs into what Genius Hour has …

24: From average to AWESOME - Monica Genta shares how we can transform and celebrate education

December 12th, 2018

27:02

Author, TedX speaker, and middle school science teacher, Monica Genta, chats with us about helping students and teachers transform education from …

23: Connected Change - Brianna Hodges talks about the power of connection and shared learning.

December 8th, 2018

32:09

#FutureReadyCoach, Champion For Change, and Coordinator of Educational Technology and Innovative Instruction, Brianna Hodges, chats with us about …

22: Take the risk - Kristen Nan talks with us about taking chances and how to have TRUE GRIT.

December 6th, 2018

36:35

21 year veteran teacher, Kristen Nan, chats with us about taking risks, being willing to fail, and igniting the fire inside our students. Kristen discusses "Mystery Skypes," and breaks down her L.E.G.I.T. Learning and …

21: Making Tomorrow A Little Brighter - Phil Strunk shares how he tries to bring hope and inspiratio

December 1st, 2018

26:14

Middle school history teacher and Edusations creator, Phil Strunk, talks with us about making sure tomorrow is a little brighter for our students.

20: Be R.E.A.L. - Tara Martin encourages us to always be ourselves.

November 28th, 2018

29:30

Author, speaker, teacher, COACH, and Director of Media and Communication for Dave Burgess Consulting, Tara Martin, chats with us about what it means …

19: Collecting the Dots - Jimmy Casas chats about building a strong community.

November 25th, 2018

35:15

Author, speaker, and 26 year veteran teacher, Jimmy Casas, shares what being a champion for our students really means, and why we must first "collect …

18: Write Your Own Story - Dave Burgess shares his story and encourages us to embrace our own.

November 17th, 2018

33:41

Motivational speaker, educational publisher, and best-selling author of "Teach Like A Pirate," Dave Burgess chats with us about finding our own story, and why he won't do a "part 2" of his book.

Dave encourages us all to …

Episode 17: Joyful Leader - Bethany Hill chats with us about building a culture of family.

November 14th, 2018

33:41

Lead Learner, Chief Energy Officer, and Chief Story Teller, Bethany Hill chats with us about building a culture of family, honoring diversity, and …

16: You are enough. - Chuck Poole shares stories from his 19 years of experience as a teacher.

November 11th, 2018

29:53

Middle school language arts teach, and founder of Teachonomy, Chuck poole, shares stories from his 19 years of experience.

Chuck talks about how a …

15: Developing Melodies - Music Therapist, Meryl Brown leads us as we explore the power of music and

November 7th, 2018

28:48

Music therapist and owner of Developing Melodies, Meryl Brown, gives us a lesson on how music can truly change lives, helping us learn how to speak, …

14: Totally Awesome - Tiffany Ott encourages us to stand up and fight for what we believe is right f

November 4th, 2018

32:00

High school math teacher, and Teach Better Team's Director of Curriculum Design, Tiffany Ott, shares how her shift to working with teachers has …

13: Completely Flipped - Raymond Steinmetz shares his journey to flipping his classroom to a blended

October 28th, 2018

24:30

K-8 Math Instructional Coach, and co-host of the Instant Relevance Podcast, Raymond Steinmetz shares his journey to blended learning, the failures he's overcome along the way, and why he's proud to say, "I'm a teacher."

12: Perfectly Imperfect - Marlena Gross-Taylor helps us see the beauty in "letting plates fall" and

October 24th, 2018

32:11

EduGladiator, Marlena Gross-Taylor, looks to inspire all of us in "the arena" of education. She helps us to see the beauty in "letting plates fall" and being perfectly imperfect.

No matter what leadership title she may …

11: Break the script - Adam Dovico encourages us all to take risks and try something new. 

October 21st, 2018

29:55

Principal, author, Ron Clark Academy Alum, and "chameleon," Adam Dovico, talks to us about thinking on your feet, doing whatever is needed, and why he's excited for the movement toward student-centered learning.

Adam …

10: Don't be afraid - Roman Nowak urges us to go against the grain and try things.

October 14th, 2018

28:25

Roman Nowak is a High School Teacher, a Student Success Leader, and an Agent of Transformation. He shares with us why he wears all 3 title proudly. …

09: Passion-Based Learning - Tal Thompson shares the power of PBL and why he doesn't really like the

October 7th, 2018

30:46

In this episode, "Tall Tal" Tal Thompson takes us into his classroom, the "Innovation HUB" and shares why he doesn't really like the phrase "teacher." Tal discusses his passion for PBL, and why creating authentic …

08 - Amplifying The Voices of Others - Todd Nesloney shares the power of using your platform to ampl

September 30th, 2018

33:04

In this episode, elementary principal, author, and international speaker, Todd Nesloney, talks about the power of amplifying the voices of others, eliminating excuses for kids, and not letting failures destroy you.

Todd …

07 - Make Learning Sparkle - Kim Snodgrass shares her unique journey, and how you can make learning sparkle for you and your students.

September 23rd, 2018

25:51

In this episode, Kim Snodgrass shares her unique journey to being a teacher, why you need to be on Twitter, and how she makes learning sparkle with her love of EduGIFs.

Kim touches on why she always looks forward to …

06: A Team Effort - Bryan Zwemke talks about the power of collaboration and teamwork, and finding your balance.

September 16th, 2018

20:14

In this episode, middle school principal, and Vice President of the AIMS Network, Bryan Zwemke, talks with us about the power of teachers …

05: Serendipity in Education - Allyson Apsey shares her story and how we can find the beautiful lessons that are embedded in our experiences.

September 9th, 2018

22:09

Elementary principal, and author, Allyson Apsey, shares her story, gives us a look into her book, and let's us know how we can find the beautiful …

04: Transforming Education - Thomas C. Murray discusses the future of education and what our number one job is.

September 2nd, 2018

37:42

In this episode, best-selling author, speaker, and education consultant, Thomas C. Murray shares how we need to transform education, what drives him …

03: A "Grown-up Middle Schooler" - Josie Bensko shares her excitement for moving to a new school, and what makes her feel successful as a teacher.

August 24th, 2018

21:19

In this episode, we have a blast with middle school science teacher, Josie Bensko, who describes herself as a "grown-up middle schooler."

Josie shares …

02: Relationship! Relationships! Relationships! - Ryan Sheehy bares his soul and shares his journey.

August 22nd, 2018

29:12

In this episode, Ryan Sheehy, elementary principal and author, bares his soul as he shares the ups and downs of his journey to writing "Be The One …

01: Teaching Teachers - Adam Peterson chats about transitioning to teaching teachers.

August 21st, 2018

22:36

In our first episode, Rae Hughart and Jeff Gargas chat with Adam Peterson, of www.adampetersoneducation.com, about his recent transition from 13+ years in the classroom, to now working with teachers all over the …

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