Always A Lesson's Empowering Educators Podcast
1) 358: Mid Year Reflection – How to Finish the Year Strong with Strength
We’ve hit the midpoint of the school year—congratulations! In this episode, we’re taking a breath and reflecting on what’s working, what’s not, and how to finish the year strong without burning out. F...Show More
2) 357: Classroom Conversations That Matter – The Secret to High Impact Discussions
In this episode, we dive into what makes classroom conversations truly meaningful and how to move beyond surface-level participation to create powerful, high-impact discussions. From establishing a sa...Show More
3) 356: Beyond the Lesson Plan & How to Get Students to Care
In this episode we dive into one of the biggest challenges teachers face—getting students to actually care about what they’re learning. Great lesson planning isn’t just about standards and objectives—...Show More
4) 355: Open to Learning with Jennifer Burns
Listen in as Jennifer Burns tells about the importance of being open to learning, and reflecting on the craft of teaching for all students. Having experience in a variety of different avenues in the t...Show More
5) 354: Routines That Run Themselves
In this weeks episode, we're diving into the power of consistency in the classroom. Routines don't just happen overnight -- they're built overtime with patience, practice, and persistence. Gretchen wi...Show More
6) 353: Survival Guide to Teacher Burnout
Burnout isn't just "being tired" -- It's an emotional, physical, and mental crash that can leave you feeling stuck, unmotivated, and overwhelmed. In this weeks episode, Gretchen discusses the real str...Show More
7) 352: The September Slump
The school year starts off strong — students are excited, routines are fresh, and momentum is high. But as September rolls on, many classrooms experience what we call the September Slump. In this epis...Show More
8) 351: Classroom Culture Reset
In this episode, we dive into how educators can intentionally reset their classroom culture at the start of the school year. Whether you’re teaching brand-new students or welcoming back familiar faces...Show More
9) 350: Evolving Classrooms with Dr. LaKimbre Brown
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. LaKimbre Brown, an experienced educational leader and advocate for equity in schools, to explore the ever-changing landscape of education. Dr. Brown shar...Show More
10) 349: Driving Change with Kay Kelly
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with school psychologist Kay Kelly to explore her unique journey within the educational system and how she’s thinking outside the box to create real-world opport...Show More