The Class Act Teacher
The Class Act Teacher
Nicole Curcio
An educator sharing with other educators ways to improve their classroom experience for their students by empowering students to be change makers.
Being a Class Act Teacher
In this episode we tackled what it truly means to be a class act teacher. From perspective to attitude we dig deep into the attributes that class act educators strive for.  
Mar 9, 2021
33 min
Current Events in the Classroom
With everything going on in the world it can feel like you’re a part of a history book in the making. It’s our job as educators to make sure that we are providing a safe space for students to talk about current events. This episode discusses ways in which we can present current events to students without them having to be politically charged and give students a safe environment to ask questions and learned so that eventually they can become active citizens.
Jan 12, 2021
31 min
Goal Setting
In this episode we dive into setting goals both with our students in the classroom as well as goals for ourselves as educators. No matter when you were listening to this episode it’s always a good time to start and set a new goal!
Jan 1, 2021
21 min
"Horror" Stories from the Classroom
In this episode we are talking about those jaw dropping moments that you can't prepare for as a teacher. From students running away to unexpected puncture wounds, this episode covers my top scariest and strangest experiences as a teacher.
Oct 16, 2020
25 min
Teaching during a Pandemic is hard!
Teaching during a pandemic is an experience no one expected to happen. It has also been quite a difficult journey. Well we're all feeling a multitude of emotions some advice to do more than survive teaching during a pandemic.
Oct 1, 2020
18 min
Unlearning to Grow Your Craft
This episode of The Class Act Teacher discusses the work we should be putting in as educators to continue to grow our craft. It focuses heavily on unlearning and relearning history with a different lense. This is only the start of this work for me. Listen now to hear all that I'm learning and I hope it encourages you to go out and start putting in the work.
Aug 17, 2020
21 min
How to care for our students and ourselves during a pandemic
As the beginning of a new school year approaches, many students and teachers and unsure of what this year will bring. This episode discusses ways we can care for our students no matter the learning environment this fall, as well as what we can do as teachers to take care of ourselves.
Aug 8, 2020
19 min
Growth Mindset
This episode dives into what is growth mindset and how you can use it in your classroom! Learn how the power of the word "yet" can change your conversations with students and how making mistakes is okay!
Jul 27, 2020
16 min
Community Parenterships
This episode discusses community engagement and how it can benefit your students and yourself as a teacher.
Jul 7, 2020
15 min
Peace Education
This episode dives into what peace education is all about. Learn how conflict resolution and other peace education strategies can be used to enhance your classroom.
Jun 26, 2020
19 min
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