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What's Your Shtick?My Brain Won't StopIn this episode Tia opens up about packing up her classroom, yet her brain won't stop thinking about all the things she needs to accomplish this summer.
2021-05-2403 minWhat's Your Shtick?Exciting News and Embarrassing StoryIn this episode Tia shares some exciting news. She also reflects on an outdated practice she once did and is embarrassed by it today.
2021-05-1705 minWhat's Your Shtick?Post Pandemic TeachingIn this episode Tia talks about the questions that have been brought up in education relating to teaching practices in a post pandemic classroom.
2021-05-1006 minWhat's Your Shtick?Define CreativeIn the episode Tia reflects on what creativity is and how classrooms should encourage and nurture a creative rich culture.
2021-05-0306 minWhat's Your Shtick?TradtionsIn this episode Tia discusses end of the school year traditions and if some should stay or go. She also encourages educators to start some new traditions.
2021-04-2603 minWhat's Your Shtick?The Challenge ZoneIn this episode Tia talks about three zones of learning and how the challenge zone is the sweet spot where the most impactful learning can take place.
2021-04-1904 minWhat's Your Shtick?The Perfect InserviceIn this episode Tia asks the question, "Is there a perfect school inservice?"
2021-04-1208 minWhat's Your Shtick?I've Got NothinIn this episode Tia shares that she hit a wall. She talks about the importance of taking a break and coming back with fresh eyes.
2021-04-0502 minWhat's Your Shtick?Internet DownIn this episode, Tia reflects on the lessons learned from a day without the Internet.
2021-03-2904 minWhat's Your Shtick?Anniversary of the LockdownIn this episode Tia reflects on the 2020 COVID lockdown one year anniversary and it's emotional impact on education.
2021-03-2205 minWhat's Your Shtick?Spring Break FeverTia talks about the stress that everyone has been under this year and how we are all looking forward to spring break.
2021-03-1504 minWhat's Your Shtick?Are You Having FunIn this episode Tia gives tips on how to incorporate more fun in the classroom to benefit learning and long term memory.
2021-03-0806 minWhat's Your Shtick?Movin into MarchIn this episode Tia reflects on the events in February that impacted some school closures. She sends encouraging words to educators to keep moving forward as you move into March.
2021-03-0104 minWhat's Your Shtick?Your Best YesIn this episode Rachel is back! She talks about what she has been up to lately and describes her new mantra, "Your best yes is sometimes a no".
2021-02-2210 minWhat's Your Shtick?Finding JoyIn this episode Tia talks about a project she did in her classroom encouraging students to find joy all around them in the midst of uncertainty.
2021-02-1509 minWhat's Your Shtick?Parent Teacher ConferencesTia discusses upcoming parent teacher conference that are student-led and what she does to prepare kids. She also discloses the one question she asks guardians that reveals so much about family dynamics.
2021-02-0811 minWhat's Your Shtick?Infinite Educational GameIn this episode Tia discusses her views on Simon Sinek's book The Infinite Game and relates it to education.
2021-02-0107 minWhat's Your Shtick?Memes Uniting the WorldIn this episode Tia discusses the current viral memes and their ability to unit us and make us laugh.
2021-01-2504 minWhat's Your Shtick?Educator Heroes?In today's episode Tia looks at two articles with educator similarities, one was looked upon as negative and the other was labeled a hero... Which one is it?
2021-01-1806 minWhat's Your Shtick?Be the calmIn today's podcast Tia explains how she is going to make 2021 better than the way it started.
2021-01-1105 minWhat's Your Shtick?Happy New Year!Happy 2021! In this episode Tia discusses what it has been like to start a podcast in 2020 and the future goals leading into the new year.
2021-01-0405 minWhat's Your Shtick?Crisis Teaching and CreativityIn this episode Tia and Rachel discuss the difficulty of teaching during a pandemic. Many teachers feel as though they are teaching in crisis mode and are missing out on time to be creative.
2020-09-2111 min2020-09-0821 min2020-09-0622 minWhat's Your Shtick?Virtual Ed CampIn this episode Tia and Rachel spend some time talking with Dyane Smokorowski about Kansas Ed Camp. This year the experience will be completely virtual! Dyane fills us in on what we can expect from the conference this year and all of the exciting things they have planned.
2020-05-1822 minWhat's Your Shtick?Creating BalanceIn this episode Tia is trying to hide from her kids and podcasts from her minivan. She tried to play it off, but ran into a few technical difficulties. Rachel and Tia embraced the real life obstacles of working from home and recorded the episode anyway. Overall the conversation focused on prioritizing during a pandemic and letting go of "teacher guilt".
2020-05-0620 minWhat's Your Shtick?Continuous Learning Slumpn today's episode Rachel and Tia discuss being in the middle of a Continuous Learning "slump". A lot of students, parents, and teachers are experiencing more stress and lack of motivation as the newness has worn off and the end of the school year is still a month away. They both give words of encouragement to remain positive to end the school year as best as we possibly can.
2020-04-2510 minWhat's Your Shtick?Special Guest - Nicole SchellIn today's episode Nicole Schell, 5th grade teacher, joins Rachel and Tia to talk about her shtick in education. At the forefront of Nicole's classroom is her goal to make every student feel loved and accepted. She shares some of her tips to continue building relationships through digital learning with her students, and she shares stories about how she has navigated the continuous learning platform.
2020-04-0418 minWhat's Your Shtick?You are AMAZINGRachel and Tia want to give a BIG shout out to all the amazing educators, working their tails off, making education magic happen for their students during this difficult time of social distancing. We are inspired by your stories! Keep up the good work!
2020-04-0305 minWhat's Your Shtick?Kansas Continuous Learning Task ForceIn this episode Rachel and Tia discuss their experience and perspective on being a part of the Kansas Continuous Learning Task Force. They share about their behind the scene experiences and discussions that were had during the creation of the massive document. Rachel gives insight on some of the core values that were addressed and maintained throughout the process. Tia gives kudos to all educators that helped make history happen.
2020-03-2220 minWhat's Your Shtick?Coming Together Through ChaosIn today's impromptu episode, Rachel and Tia discuss the Coronavirus and how it has had an impact on education. They look at the positive things that have come from the chaos and how the educational community has joined together even more to help in any way they can.
2020-03-1610 minWhat's Your Shtick?Renaming Passion Projects - Episode 012In this mini-episode Tia discusses why she wants to change the name of “Passion Projects” in her classroom
2020-03-0805 minWhat's Your Shtick?What Goes Around Comes Around - Episode 011Rachel and Tia discuss educational trends they have seen in the classroom and what educators can do to keep up with the new, or the new-again, educational shifts. Some of the hot topics that are touched on are social-emotional learning, homework philosophies, student voice and choice, and STEM education. The conversation leads to generational differences when it comes to the peers you work with and the students you teach and keeping up with those generational changes. We want to hear from you! Share with us some educational trends you’ve experienced that are nostalgic, cringe worthy, or just that makes us...
2020-03-0223 minWhat's Your Shtick?Killing Creativity - Episode 010In this mini-episode Rachel discusses how we need to expose all students to creativity and open-ended projects as much as possible.
2020-02-2406 minWhat's Your Shtick?Teacher Imposter Syndrome - Episode 009“Teacher Imposter Syndrome” Tia shares her belief that educators struggle with being too humble. She attended an event that was designed to celebrate the accomplishments of great educators, but they kept being reminded they deserved to be there. Rachel and Tia tackle the question, “Why are teachers so humble?” Tia believes that teachers should be proud of their hard work and accomplishments and we should all be encouraging each other to highlight each others strengths as educators. Rachel reminds us all to “stop being a secret genius” and share the awesome work educators do on a daily basis. Included in the podcast...
2020-02-1717 minWhat's Your Shtick?Negativity Avoidance - Episode 008In this mini-episode Tia discusses her 30 day journey on avoiding negativity.
2020-02-0904 minWhat's Your Shtick?Teacher Fieldtrip - Episode 007Rachel talks about her unique professional development opportunity to go on a teacher field trip to San Diego. Rachel confesses that she is typically an introvert, but was heavily impacted by taking risks and learning in a new way while surrounded by other like-minded educators. Tia talks about the importance of reflecting on your teaching practices through all types of professional growth. Having opportunities that give us a new lens to look through can give us a new perspective to use within our teaching profession and stoke the fire within our profession.
2020-02-0215 min2020-01-2605 minWhat's Your Shtick?Ways to Feed Yourself - Episode 005Rachel and Tia tackle the subject of investing and growing in your own professional development. They discuss how to professionally grow on your own to cultivate your own educational passions. Sometimes you have to take your professional learning to the next level to keep the educational fire alive. Several ideas discussed are the traditional steps to professional development and others are outside of the box. It is recognizing that professional development is literally all around you; you must take the knowledge you are already gaining and applying it into your classroom, building, and district.
2020-01-1915 minWhat's Your Shtick?The Cave You Fear to Enter - Episode 004“The cave you fear…” In this mini-episode Tia discusses the quote from Joseph Campbell about facing your fears.
2020-01-1205 minWhat's Your Shtick?Goals, Goals, Goals - Episode 003Rachel and Tia discuss the importance of having overarching goals in place to start the school year and to help teachers stay on track throughout the year. Having your goals align with your passion and your why in the classroom is highly important. Tia discusses how goals can be related to discipline and habits. Rachel shares that starting out with smaller goals can be difficult at times, but those small steps guide you to your overall larger goals. An assortment of tips and ticks are packed into this episode discussing all things goal related. We also want to hear your...
2020-01-0624 minWhat's Your Shtick?Self Care - Episode 002In this mini-episode Rachel discusses the importance of taking the time to care for yourself to be a better teacher.
2020-01-0105 minWhat's Your Shtick?That's Your Name?! - Episode 001Episode 001: “That’s Your Name?!” Rachel and Tia discuss how they met. They have not even known each other for a year, but made plans to build a podcast together. They both knew they wanted something different and least expected when it came to the name for the podcast. There were two names they considered and went with the least expected one. For the podcast they both agreed they wanted to have conversations that relate to the education profession. Rachel, along with her administrative perspective, and Tia, a classroom teacher, together give their encouragement, knowledge, and expertise on all things educat
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