Send me a message! I am bAAAAACCCKkkk!!!! New School. New kids. New Year. New Systems. New Names. SAME overwhelm times 1000000. I want to share with you what I did (and didn't) do my first week back to school this year! Stay tuned to hear about a free workshop I'm offering to kick off the school year! Links and people mentioned in this episode: Establishing my Non-Negotiables for interviewsFirst Day of School Activity (AMAZING)Hannah Sullivan Norming your class with your stud...

Send me a message! Perhaps the most important podcast I've recorded to date, listen into this conversation I had with Profe Morgan Bennett, about the importance of ending Beg, Borrow, Steal culture, and instead shift to one of "Ask, Acknowledge, Appreciate". To connect with Morgan, follow her on Instagram at: @Profe_Bennett On August 31st, I’m hosting a free live workshop called: ‘5 Strategies for a Calm, Connected, and Classroom-Ready Start (That Won’t Add to Your To-Do List)’ 🎉&nbsp...

Send me a message! I'm baaack! Did you miss me!? In this episode I share about my personal journey as I search for a job for next year, as well as some real talk for you... I want you to really think about whether you're growing where you're planted or if it is time to be uprooted and replanted elsewhere where you can truly flourish... Here are the links mentioned in this podcast: Job search with JOY Workbook (Resource of the month for La Familia Loca PLC) Profe Bennett on Instagram Epi...

Send me a message! I am so grateful for you! I am so grateful for this community! This is my third and final ACTFL reflection! Links mentioned: Who is it!? jueves - with La Maestra Loca Winter Brain Break - Snowball, Polar Bear, Penguin! La Familia Loca PLC On August 31st, I’m hosting a free live workshop called: ‘5 Strategies for a Calm, Connected, and Classroom-Ready Start (That Won’t Add to Your To-Do List)’ 🎉 Whether you're already back and cruising along, or if you're about to st...

Send me a message! Welcome to part two of my three part reflection on ACTFL 2024 in Philly this year. This episode covers the takeaways from various sessions that I was able to attend while at ACTFL. Links and people mentioned in this episode: Dr. Uju Anya Ben Tinsley Dorie Perugini Junko Yamamoto Published paper: World Languages for Black Linguistic Reparations Bertha Delgadillo Maribel Gómez Paul Asleson On August 31st, I’m hosting a free live workshop called: ‘5 Strategies for a Calm, Conn...

Send me a message! I knew within the first ten minutes of ACTFL that I wouldn't be able to encapsulate all of my takeaways in one episode. So, here's the first of THREE episodes to share my greatest takeaways from this year's National Conference in Philly. Links mentioned: Who is it!? jueves - my new series... you're going to LOVE this! Rocio Jacoby, go learn from her! Episode 5 Listen to your Gut Sheryl Lee Ralph's book Diva 2.0 On August 31st, I’m hosting a free live workshop called: ‘5...

Send me a message! In this episode I share suggestions for making the most of ACTFL 24 in Philly, even for those teachers who can't attend this year! Links mentioned: Conferencing Intentionally pages CCLT SIG Sessions La Familia Loca PLC will meet up on FriYAY- check the FB group for info On August 31st, I’m hosting a free live workshop called: ‘5 Strategies for a Calm, Connected, and Classroom-Ready Start (That Won’t Add to Your To-Do List)’ 🎉 Whether you're already back and cruisi...

Send me a message! In this raw and unscripted episode, I’m sharing my thoughts and emotions in the wake of last week’s election results. This isn't just about politics; it’s about my deep fears for my students, friends, and all those in marginalized communities who are now facing an uncertain future. I share the emotions I had and what I'm doing about them now... Thanks for listening and allowing me to support you... On August 31st, I’m hosting a free live workshop called: ‘5 Strategies for a...

Send me a message! A quick episode for you to give you some ideas and inspiration for teaching about Día de Muertos this year! Links mentioned: Día de Muertos Chat Mat Resource Cartoon for Clip Chat Dante's Lunch for Clip Chat Podcast on Teaching about GLOBAL cultures La Familia Loca PLC Spanish Mama Halloween Glyph Activity YAY! Happy Teaching! y feliz día de muertos! On August 31st, I’m hosting a free live workshop called: ‘5 Strategies for a Calm, Connected, and Classroom-Ready Start (Th...

Send me a message! This episode is PERFECT for someone who wants to dip their toes into using AI as an assistant in their classroom! And for those super experienced, I bet you'll pick up a new trick or two! Don't forget to share this with someone and post in your stories when you're listening and tag me! Links and people mentioned: Chat GPT Goblin Tools Which Face is Real Heidi Trude Gemini AI On August 31st, I’m hosting a free live workshop called: ‘5 Strategies for a Calm, Connected, and C...