This Teacher Life

• How to Get Students of ALL Ages College, Career, and LIFE Ready (This Would You Rather Remix is a Winner)

  Teachers, would you rather have more sick days or more personal days? I’m sure you have LOTS of opinions and lots of conditional questions before you answer that controversial, difficult question. Well, what if we could use would you rather as an awesome way to equip kids with the skills they need in the future? In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life Podcast, we’re tackling one of the most important questions educators face: how do we prepare students of all ages for success in college, careers, and life? We dive into strategies, tips, and real-world advice for helping students develop the skills and mindset they need to thrive, no matter where they are in their educational journey. But we’re doing it with a twist! This isn’t your typical talk about test scores and lesson plans. Instead, we’re remixing a classic game, using it as a fun and interactive tool to spark engaging discussions about crucial life skills like: listening, compassion, empathy, reflection, and more! From decision-making to adaptability, we’ll uncover how even the simplest games can be powerful teaching moments. Tune in to hear how to use these creative approaches to make a lasting impact on students and help them tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s world. Episode Notes:  Get 180 Full SEL Lessons for Advisory and Morning Meeting- Save Your Plan Time:  monicagenta.com/180SEL Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let’s Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

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• 6 Super Simple Ideas to Celebrate Educators During Teacher Appreciation Week

  Teacher Appreciation Week is the perfect time to show educators just how much they mean to our schools and communities. In this week’s episode of The This Teacher Life, we share six super simple yet meaningful ideas to celebrate and honor teachers during this special week. Whether you’re a parent, administrator, or fellow educator, you’ll find easy and thoughtful ways to spread gratitude, uplift your colleagues, and make a lasting impact. Tune in for creative suggestions that go beyond the usual treats, and discover how small acts of appreciation can make a big difference in a teacher’s day. Episode Notes:  Get Copies of 180 Days of Awesome & Other Awesome Books Here: monicagenta.com/books Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let’s Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

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• How to Host the Best Open-House or Orientation Your School Has Ever Experienced- Seriously!

  Students changing grade levels, changing teachers, and changing buildings can be hard. That is because change is hard! But, when we are proactive about putting plans into place change can be super exciting for kids. If you are looking for ideas on how to level-up your upcoming orientation or strategies’ on how to make your upcoming open-house less stressful, this episode is for you. This Teacher Life episode is packs with hacks on how to host events that decrease fear and frustrations for parents and increase smiles and successes for students. I guarantee by the end you will be SO excited to open the doors for your next school event! Episode Notes:  180 Full SEL Lessons for Advisory and Morning Meeting- Save Your Plan Time:  monicagenta.com/180SEL Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let’s Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

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• Unpopular Teacher Opinion!? Content in the Classroom vs. The Lure of Leadership (Where Do You Fall?)

  To apply for the job opening or not to apply, that is the question at this point in the year and at this point in education. This is a tough question that nearly every educator faces at some point—do you stay rooted in the classroom, focusing solely on content delivery, or do you pursue leadership roles for broader impact? We’ll explore the pros and cons of both paths and challenge the assumptions about what it means to truly make a difference in education. Also hear from special guest Jack Berckemeyer and Monica on what they have done in the past and what they are doing now and how they came to those decisions. And get ready to hear full transparency about NOT getting hired, NOT passing tests, and NOT feeling good about it. Whether you’re a classroom teacher, an aspiring leader, or someone just trying to figure out where you stand, this episode is for you. Tune in, and let’s unpack where you fall in the ever-evolving world of education! Want AWESOME PD for Your School for Next Year? Let’s Make it Happen  monicagenta.com/PD Find Out More About Jack Berckemeyer Here:  jackberckemeyer.com/ Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

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• How to Roll Out a Classroom Competition That Increases Student Positive Behaviors & Decreases Teacher Stress

  Get ready to roll with laughter and learning in this fun-filled episode. This idea is shaking up the typical classroom routine with a Yahtzee dice challenge that’s sure to make your students take a chance on changing behaviors in a good way! Join us as we reveal how to set up a competitive game that not only scores big on fun but also encourages positive behaviors and cuts down on the stress for you, the teacher. From rolling dice to rolling in the good vibes, this episode of the This Teacher Life is packed with tips, tricks, and a whole lot of game-changing ideas to keep your classroom engaged, motivated, and having a blast. Whether you’re a Yahtzee pro or a total beginner, we’ve got all the steps to make this a winning strategy for you and your students. Tune in, and let’s make learning a Lotzee fun! Episode Notes:  Last Call to Join the Crushing It for Kids Course and Earn Up to 15 Hours of PD Credit:  monicagenta.com/courses Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let’s Connect:  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here: monicagenta.com/freebook Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

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