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Managing Tough Behaviors Part 2 Dec 05, 2022

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Have you noticed a shift in student behaviors? You're not alone! Joy Winchester joins us in this episode to explain why our students seem different these days, and how we can manage those different behaviors we are seeing. She is always a wealth of information as she talks about strategies to use with students and teachers, the beauty of neuroplasticity, and more! This may be one of those episodes you want to share with your staff!

Solutions for Online Dangers Nov 15, 2022

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One of the most difficult battles we have to face as school counselors is combatting what our students see and do online. From cyberbullying to Tick Tock challenges, it feels nearly impossible to stay on top of all of the online threats. In this episode Titania Jordan from Bark shares Rubber Meets the Road tips that parents and school personnel can do to keep our students safe online. Titania is the Chief Parenting Officer at Bark Technologies and the author of Parenting in a Tech World. Bark is the an online safety solution that lets you monitor texts & social media, manage screen time schedules, block websites and apps, and get alerts for signs of danger. Bark has a parent version and a free version for schools.

Bark-School Version

Bark- Parent Version

Good Pictures Bad Pictures Book

Childhood 2.0 Movie

Parenting Facebook Group

How to Avoid Burnout AND the Alabama School Counselor of the Year Nov 07, 2022

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It seems like school counselors (and educators, in general) are experiencing burnout at an alarming rate. In this episode we are sharing three rubber meets the road tips to avoid burnout or to come out of burnout if you're finding yourself stuck. Plus we announce who the Alabama Elementary School Counselor of the Year is... Spoiler alert: It's Kim!!!

Classroom Management and SO MUCH MORE with Cassie Stephens Oct 25, 2022

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After spending entirely too long at Indiana University getting her degree in both painting and art education, Cassie Stephens did her student teaching in the magical land of Ireland. While she was away, her parents, fully aware of her slacker ways, sent out 52 art teacherin’ job applications to such far away places as Alaska. One such place that called her for an interview was Nashville, Tennessee. On a whim, she loaded up her jean-jumpers, resume and chain-smoking grandma to made the trip to Nashville where she landed her first teaching gig. Fast forward nearly 15 years and Cassie had settled down with her husband and their three cats. Sadly, she’d fallen into an art teacherin’ slump rehashing stale art lessons, still wearing those sad jean jumpers and doing little creating of her own. It was then that she decided to create a blog that might help snap her out of her funk. She’ll be sharing more about that here in a moment. Zip forward once more to the present. These days, you can find Cassie teaching in Franklin, Tennessee, just south of Nashville. She’s written two books filled with sewing and clay crafts for kids and art teachers alike. You can also take a listen to her podcast where she shares all things life and art teacherin’.

Cassie's Book Art Teacherin' 101

Cassie's Youtube Channel

School Counseling Questions and Answers Oct 16, 2022

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In this episode we are discussing your burning school counseling questions. We will talk about girl drama, sticky situations with administrators, tough Child Protective Services issues, and more! Plus, you know we will have a few laughs along the way. Listen and then do us a favor and rate and review this episode.

From Juvenile Delinquent to Juris Doctor- Hasan Davis Oct 10, 2022

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Hasan Davis will share his experience of often interrupted transitions through education, justice, and social support systems. Throughout Hasan's journey outliers and resistors found ways to engage, encourage and empower him. With the support of these "Hope Dealers", Hasan transcended his mounting list of "failures" to become an advocate for himself and eventually a champion for others. Through story and spoken word, Hasan will share how his champions (Hope Dealers) helped him complete the "JD shuffle" going from Hasan Davis, Juvenile Delinquent to Hasan Davis, Juris Doctor. Come ready to celebrate, recharge and recommit to being the Hope Dealers that you are.

Hasan's Website

Hasan's Books

Human Trafficking in Your School: Recognizing the Signs Oct 03, 2022

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It is staggering to think about human trafficking happening in our country; however, the reality is that students in big cities AND rural communities are victims of human trafficking. Christian Stanley and his wife, Rachel, work with victims of human trafficking in the US. In this episode Christian shares stories about how his team has searched for missing children. He also shares about how his organization has uncovered trafficking victims through school assemblies and trainings. Human trafficking can happen anywhere. This episode is a great reminder of the signs to watch out for and who to call if you suspect a student is being trafficked.

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Sandy Austin- School Counseling Superwoman Sep 20, 2022

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Sandy Austin is a legend among school counselors. In this episode she talks about all of the programs she is involved in and how they directly benefit school counselors and our students. Her B.I.O.N.I.C. program has been an answer to the bullying crisis that has impacted so many of our students. She describes how the program has brought schools and communities closer together. She is also involved in a program with ASCA that she describes, and she has written a course for parents to help them know what to do with situations that seem beyond their control.

6+ Takeaways From the RAMP Process Sep 12, 2022

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Have you ever thought about completing the RAMP application process? In this episode we are barely scratching the surface of what we learned while going through the RAMP steps. You may learn a few things that can help you, or you may learn what NOT to do! Either way, we hope this episode helps you get your head in the RAMP game!

Listening to Student Voice- The How and Why with James Layman Sep 06, 2022

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"Student Voice" is a phrase we are hearing more and more. James Layman, the director of the Association of Washington Student Leaders, defines "student voice" for us and explains why it is so valuable in our schools. James gives us the 4 C's of student voice, and tells us how to listen to what students are really saying. This is an episode you will want to share with your administrators and coworkers!

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