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Mrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp 18: "Beyond the Rejection Letter: The 'NO' that Opens New Doors"In Episode 18 of Mrs. Hamilton's Room, I talk about something that is not easy to talk about in any situation...the Plan B if what you hoped for does not work out the way previously planned. More specifically, what is discussed is...if, "What to do when the college rejection or waitlist letter appeared in your inbox?"In this episode, suggestions are offered that might still place one on that college track, but other avenues are presented if college is not something that you are not quite sure about yet, too. Join me as this challenge is...
2026-01-2313 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp: 17: "Digitial Street Smarts - Scroll Smarter: Be Digitally Balanced for Life!"This episode finishes a 3 segment series that discusses ways to be "Digitally Street Smart". The first episode discussed how to handle the difference between the real world and the online space. The second episode addressed bullying online and included the classroom space, as well. This last one discusses how to balance the digital world for life! Technology is going to be a part of all of our futures so knowing how to control it, rather than it controlling you, is a skill that we all must learn. Some user-friendly strategies are provided in the latest episode of Mrs. Hamilton's...
2026-01-1513 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp:16 - "Digital Street Smarts: Standing Strong: Handling Bullying with Confidence , in school and on-line"In this episode, I continue my series on "Digital Street Smarts" and discuss the difference between conflict and bullying. If you have ever felt like you have stuggled with this, this episode provides a few scenarios to help in figuring out the difference. Finally, strategies are provided to help handle those times in which you might be being bullied yourself, online or in the classroom. Join me as we discuss how to best navigate conflict and the people that may attempt to bully their way into your space.Check out mrshamiltonsroom.com for FREEBIES......
2025-12-2513 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp:15 - "Digital Street Smarts: When the digital world meets the real world and how to protect your privacy"In the episode, I begin a series discussing "Digital Street Smarts" and how realizing before something crushing happens that everything you put out there is truly real. Making sure you understand what that really means and how the trail you leave along the way becomes your digital footprint.I discuss real life scenarios and what consequences they might bring. However, strategies are also shared to help with keeping your accounts more private while also becoming more savvy in the day-to-day use of the digital world. Join me in Episode 15 of Mrs. Hamilton's Room as we become more d...
2025-12-1115 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp: 14 - "Learning to be Extravagantly Thankful: Showing Thanks in a Bigger Way"In this episode, a story is shared that explains how showing thanks in a bigger way is something we all might want to strive for. Reflecting on the importance of that, but also knowing when to add the handwritten thank you note is a skill to be learned as well. There are many times when it does become important, even as early as pre-school. However, revealing what it does for both the sender and receiver is most powerful. Join me in Episode 14 of Mrs. Hamilton's Room as we learn to not only be thankful, but extravagantly thankful.Check out mrshamiltonsroom.com for FREEBIES... College Essay Final Review Checklist HE...
2025-11-2714 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp:13 "Research in High School? Why digging into that topic you are passionate about might be a good thing"In Episode #13 of Mrs. Hamilton's Room, the benefits of doing research are explained, but not the research one might be used to in high school. This "research" discusses digging deeper into something you truly want to find more information on. If there is a topic that you are extremely passionate about and you are willing to invest time in it, this additional step will not only help you stand out once you graduate, but it will also elevate your knowledge in that area while helping you hone those soft skills every employer is looking for.If you're...
2025-11-1313 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp:12: "It's Go Time! Don't miss these last minute college countdown tips on the Common App"For those of you applying to college, this month has been extra busy and this week, submitting those personal statements and supplemental essays is on everyone's mind that is a part of it. This episode provides some tips on ensuring that simple mistakes are avoided and uncertainties are exhausted prior to hitting that submit button. Join me in Mrs. Hamilton's Room this week so your final "send" is done with confidence and peace of mind when forwarding those Common App college applications. Check out mrshamiltonsroom.com for FREEBIES... College Essay Final Review Checklist H...
2025-10-2612 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp: 11 - "Using AI Without Getting into Trouble; a few quick tips can help!"Any one of us would agree that getting more time back in our days would be amazing...teens and adults both! Some people suggest that technology does that for us, which is true. In my time since high school, the internet has replaced the heavy encyclopedia and the cell phone provides a way for people to locate us, no matter where we are. And now, enter AI. Whether or not it scares you or brings delight, it is advancing quickly and definitely, here to say. For the people that have been using AI for a while now know that...
2025-10-1612 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp:10 "The Power of Words - Why What You Say Matters"The phrase "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me" is one many of us may have chanted during play as a child. However, if you're like me, you realized, as you grew older, this wasn't the case. Words do matter and when in the company of others, we must all watch what we say. On top of that, how those words come out and are interpreted is just as important! In this episode, I talk about the power that words wield and provide strategies to smooth relationships if those words did not leave...
2025-10-0212 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp: 9 - "Fear of Failure: How to Face it and Grow"Have you ever been afraid to try something because it seems to be so daunting? Or, did you tell yourself you are not going to try because you know you will fail? In this episode, I talk about some of the beliefs held that keep people from attempting something new. This might even be you! It is my hope that it isn't, but if it is, you won't want to miss this episode as I provide some strategies to break free of the belief that even if you try, you are just going to fail. Leave this episode with...
2025-09-1813 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp:8 - "The Power of Asking: Why asking for help is your Super Power!"Have you ever been somewhere where you wanted to ask, but you just couldn't work up the courage to do it? If you're like me, you have and learning how to advocate for yourself a little earlier is a game changer. This episode provides strategies on how and when; it even provides the why in some instances! Join me as we learn how to ask and why it could possibly become your SuperPower:)Check out mrshamiltonsroom.com for FREEBIES... College Essay Final Review Checklist HERE College Essay Thought List HERE...
2025-09-0216 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp: 7-"Getting Along in High School: Respecting Differences in Interests, Cultures and Beliefs"I am so excited about this episode! For episode 7, I had the privilege to interview a former colleague and friend who is inspiring audiences all over with his encouraging words. Dr. Pascal Losambe has founded the Synergy Consulting Company with his wife, Crystal, while also partnering with her on their book, Breaking the Barriers to Belonging. Join us as he talks about his challenges moving from South Africa to America as a teen and how he worked through those. He will discuss how building respect and connection is present even if cultures and faith are different. With...
2025-08-1741 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp:6 - "Finding the Balance: School, Life and Everything in Between."With summer waning and the lazy days of summer coming to an end, are you beginning to feel anxious about the, soon-to-be, packed schedule? In this episode, I talk about strategies that might help to balance that angst. In addition, some tools are offered that will help to think about how your own time is spent and how you might manage those hours. We all have the same amount of hours in our day, but reflecting about how they are used and working to make some changes might just be the difference maker in your school year....
2025-08-0513 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp 5: "When They Leave: A Sibling's Journey Through College Goodbyes."If you are a sibling (or a parent) of a teen leaving for college this fall, you might be feeling many mixed emotions. Know this is normal...for good reason, life is changing for the entire family! You might be wondering, "What happens to us now?"In this episode, I break down a few of the common emotions, provide some coping strategies and finally, list a few resources that may wish to seek out beyond this episode.______________________________________________________________________________________________Episode Resources:Books- My Sibling is Moving...
2025-07-2012 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp4: "Unexpected Friendships"The freedom that summer provides and the chance to do things differently than during the school year is one of the many blessings this time of year brings . With this freedom, opportunities to explore new places and new people are also presented and a few options are suggested. One of the freedoms that many people have comes with bike ownership. If you own a bike and do not have your driver's license yet, you know what I am talking about. This podcast's chosen narrative all begins with his choice to go exploring on his bike. With this decision, he finds...
2025-07-1011 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp3: "Schools Out...Now Get Out There!"Summer is here and if you're a student or a parent, there is freedom to enjoy things you may not always have had the opportunity to during the school year. One of the most obvious, but sometimes overlooked, is enjoying the great outdoors! In this episode, I talk about how I felt the classroom shift move after spring break and the importance of changing the scenery in my own classroom. When pivoting with this change in season, a renewed creativity came alive in the classroom, especially with my students' writing. In that, lessons were learned from students as they open...
2025-06-2613 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp2: Start with a Spark - How to Find Your College Essay TopicYou've heard it before: "Be unique," "Tell your story," "Stand out." But how do you actually find a topic that does all that? In this episode, I will talk about how important reflection is in revealing that most important piece of writing the college essay...the college essay topic! Move from meh to memorable as I help break down your WHY, your HOW and your VOICE which, in turn, identifies some key components for the content of that essay. Sharing an example, analyzing that choice and providing guidance on how you might start your...
2025-06-0914 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsEp 1: "The Worst Life" is what we think we might have, until a positive thought changes thatHave you ever felt as though nothing goes right? Do you think other people have it better than you? In this episode, we will hear from a young lady who thought she did have "The Worst Life" until an interaction changed her perspective. If you have felt the same way, this episode will answer some reasons why you might be feeling this way and then, offer some strategies helping you to move forward...hopefully, in a more positive direction.https://mrshamiltonsroom.comCheck out mrshamiltonsroom.com for FREEBIES... College Ess...
2025-05-2913 minMrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parentsMrs. Hamilton's Room Trailer: Here's the tea!Are you a teenager or parent who has ever felt frustrated or confused with everything that comes your way in high school? As a teacher and mom of 3, I have lived it from both sides. So, I created this podcast to be a safe place where real stories are shared and real solutions are offered. Every other week, another episode will reveal topics that are current and relevant for teens or parents today. This is just the beginning for what is to come in the Mrs. Hamilton's Room podcast.Check out mrshamiltonsroom.com for FREEBIES......
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