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Episode 17- Ditch the Desks: Part Two! Aug 29, 2022

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😩🤪 Spoiler alert... I recorded this at the very end of a VERY long Monday and I'm exhausted but couldn't wait another minute to get you the second half of this Deskless Classroom Podcast! LOTS of links and references to other folx were shared in this episode and you can find them all below! Happy Listening!
Andrea, Positively Win Big, who validated teachers' feelings about desk-less teaching
Listen to Podcast episode 3 for hacks on student buy-in 😉
Want to watch tons of classroom videos? Follow Lady Language 411, Nelann Taylor
Bertha Delgadillo, Profesora Delgadillo, shares videos of her high school desk-less classroom
Sra. Mapi is going deskless!
Elicia Cárdenas blog
Facebook group for deskless World Language teachers
Amy Marshall
Don't forget to read this blog on the pros of being deskless.
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Episode 16: Ditch the Desks! Aug 22, 2022

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YAAAASSSSSSS! DO IT!
In this episode I tell you ALL the reasons I LOVE being a teacher in a deskless classroom! I will be recording a part two to this episode soon to go over the logistics, talk about admin and parent buy in, and MORE!
💜 If you know someone who needs to hear this episode, SEND IT to them and let me PREACH to them too! 🙌🏼
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Episode 15: The PERFECT Activity for Day 1! Aug 17, 2022

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I can't wait to share this activity with you! Shout out to Tami, Barbara and Sra. Garcia for sharing with me!
Click here to watch the original TikTok by Mrs. Garcia (I said Gonzales in the podcast but her name is Garcia. I apologize!)
The doors to my PL Community, La Familia Loca, are open this week! If you'd like to transform your school year and receive year round support, inspiration, and resources, within a community of individuals who really "get it" then this is the PLC for you! Just click here to learn more!
The doors close Friday, August 19th at 6pm CDT!
Click here for a letter to request funding from your school or department head!
I would LOVE to welcome YOU as our newest member to our familia!
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Episode 14- BONUS Episode!- Boundaries! Aug 08, 2022

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Set some boundaries with me!
Here is a link to the Instagram LIVE on Boundaries I did!
Here is the link to my YouTube video on Boundaries!
Here is the link to the Enneagram Test! I'm a three, Paul is a 9! What number are you!?!
Don't forget if you set some boundaries, tag me on Instagram.
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Episode 13: The Power of Prioritizing Community and Connections! Aug 08, 2022

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I am SO excited to give you a little PREVIEW of the dynamite I'll be sharing this Sunday in my FREE workshop: Setting the Stage: Solid Strategies for Starting Strong! To Register and save your spot, click here! I'd love to see you! I have resources for everyone attending LIVE!
To learn more about how to set goals and build norms WITH your students, click here! There's a free resource built into the blog too!
Here is a blog on Hachi Pachi!
Here is a video of Hachi Pachi in action! You'll notice we added the rejoinder ¡Qué lástima! What a SHAME! (I have rejoinders available in Spanish, French, and English in my TPT store!)
Donna Tatum-Johns Blog
Here's the blog, the first week of school, I did YEARS ago on how I start the year with Elementary vs. Middle vs. High school! Keeping in mind, I've grown a LOT since then but still important to notice the emphasis I have on L1 (English) usage!!!
Don't forget to register and join me on Sunday! I am SO excited to share with you and get you set up to start strong with your students! Just click here to save your spot!
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Magic, Movement, and JOY with Music! - with Special Guest - Bertha Delgadillo Jul 31, 2022

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My very first guest interview on the podcast! I am so thrilled that Profesora Delgadillo could join me today for this super special episode all about how we use music in our classes to infuse JOY, create movement and magical moments, and ultimately INSPIRE our students!
There was SO much gold shared in this session! The links mentioned are listed below!
Espejeando Unit
La Maestra Loca's Spotify Playlists
Instagram video of Bertha's Fave activity
At the end of the episode we announced the HUGE news that we've been keeping secret for months now! Together, Bertha and I have created a whole COURSE on Music! Inside, we share DOZENS of activities, LOADS of strategies, templates, resources and solid tips that are chunked out in a manageable way so that you can start USING the strategies right away in your classes! We are confident you AND your students will immediately see the efficacy and POWER of using music in your world language classes!
Here is a link to the course!
Bertha's YouTube Channel
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Episode 11: Embracing Transitions! Jul 25, 2022

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STOKED for this episode! I just found out I'll be transitioning into a new roll this year at a new school, and I am SO excited! Transitions can be overwhelming and challenging, but they're also opportunities for new beginnings and fresh starts! In this episode, I'll give you THREE 🔥🔥🔥 tips for transitioning into this new year!
Blog on Reflections and being UNAPOLOGETICALLY AND AUTHENTICALLY YOU!
Join the #SunSationalSummer2022 challenge!
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I'm excited for you and whatever "roll" you're stepping into this year! I look forward to continuing to connect with you and share inspiration that ignites your passions and unlocks JOY in your classroom for you and your students!

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YAY! Spooky Season is here! Check out this blog that highlights all my BEST Spooky Season resources! Your students are going to LOOOVE them! I know you will too!

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Episode 10: SunSationalSummer 2022! Jul 18, 2022

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YAAAASSS! Checking in! Have you been lavishing your delicious summer?!?! Do you need some more ideas on how to add spontaneity, joy, and FUN to your summer days!? I've got you covered!!!
Join the #SunSationalSummer2022 challenge! More than 300 teachers across the world joined us last year and I can't wait to see how you're prioritizing YOURSELF! Whether you're on social media or not, you can grab this FREE resource with activity ideas in my recent blog post here:
SunSationalSummer2022 blog and resource!
Here is my drink recipe from the Brain Break in the episode!
Can't wait to continue to connect with you and SUPER excited to hear how you're prioritizing your rest this summer!
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Episode 9: Conferencing Intentionally: A plan for implementation! Jul 04, 2022

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Let's talk about being more INTENTIONAL during this conference season! Last episode, I told you about the various conferences I would be attending... THIS episode I want to talk to you about how to MAXIMIZE your learning experiences and create a plan for implementation for this fall!
First and foremost, grab my FREE resource which includes observation pages for both language labs and workshops! The guiding questions will help you be more intentional in the way you observe and purposeful in the way you learn at the various conferences you're attending.
Here is a link to the blog I posted yesterday where you can also find the resource!
If you're interested in joining OUR family of accountability partners, click here to get on the waitlist for La Familia Loca PLC! (We'll be opening again soon and would LOVE to help you be more intentional about implementing your summer learning!)
ENJOY this conference season (or not!) Either way, be present in whatever you're doing, and I look forward to connecting with you at a conference this summer or in the next episode!
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Episode 8: Summer Learning Opportunities! Jun 15, 2022

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Oh my gosh! I am so freaking excited about connecting with you this summer! In this episode, I share the various places you can find me conferencing, presenting at workshops, and ready to learn and grow with you this summer! First, come join me in the clouds in this conference that is for teachers by teachers (I'm actually one of the four teachers who helped organize this, and I am so proud of what this conference has become!)
Conference in the Cloud: https://express-fluency.teachable.com/p/conference-in-the-cloud-2022?affcode=181608_snud302q
Come see where it all began for me! I'll be at iFLT again this year leading a language lab as well as presenting with my dear friend, Bertha Delgadillo. So excited to be in Michigan this year!
iFLT: https://fluencymatters.com/iflt-2022/ (There is a virtual option if you can't make it!)
Want to have your mind blown and your life changed?
Actually serious, this mini workshop changed my life! In this episode, I talk about the course Tame Your Inbox by Lisa MCH. Here's her freebie! You won't regret getting either of these!
Can't wait to hear how much you loved it!
Lisa email freebee: https://lamaestramch.com/email-help/
Lisa email course: Tame your Inbox: https://lamaestramch.com/tame-your-inbox/
Want to schedule a workshop with me in your area or have your school bring me???: Email me! annabelle@lamaestraloca.com

Last, but not least, if you want to get on the best PD out out there for World Language Teachers!, hop on the wait list to join my Familia Loca PLC! It's unlike anything you've ever experienced! It provides continual PD and support throughout the year! Join the waitlist HERE!
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Here is the Brain Break! You're going to love the challenge!
Snaps Brain Break: https://youtu.be/kE3VBTnX0lo
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