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If You Are Feeling Like A Failure As A Teacher, Listen to This- 2 Simple Ideas to Help Lack of Momentum (Monthly Motivation Episode) Feb 05, 2023

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Do you feel like you are struggling as a teacher right now?

Do you feel like your students are coming apart and your classroom morale is low?

Do you feel like your school life is starting to make a negative impact on your personal life?

If you said YES to any (or all) of those statements, you are not alone!

In this episode you will get a motivation boost and also walk away with 2 simple ideas to get back on track.

You are not a failure, even if you feel like one, teacher friend.

Episode Notes:

Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

Needing some uplifting, awesome professional development at your school? Let’s Connect:

http://monicagenta.com/pd

Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

Connect with Monica on social media:

Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/

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Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd

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How Current Grading Systems in Schools are Setting Kids up for Failure (Literally) And What Teachers Can Do About It Jan 29, 2023

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How does your school currently handle grades? Do you have a traditional system?

Does your school give zeros? What about late work, how is that handled?

Do you agree with the policies and practices that are in places when it comes to student success academically?

The grading system in schools is a controversial topic that does have solutions.

The big question is, do you know what that solutions is AND is it currently in place in your classroom?

In this episode we will tackle this hard topic and give realistic, reasonable solutions.

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Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:

http://monicagenta.com/pd

Connect with Monica on social media:

Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/

TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed

Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd

Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

How Yahtzee and Music Can be Used to INCREASE Motivation and Engagement in Your Classroom Jan 22, 2023

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What if I told you that students could be level 10 awesome on a consistent basis in your classroom?

What would it look like, sound like, and feel like for students to monitor their own behavior and actually problem solve to decrease our teacher stress.

In this episode I will explain the details behind how dice can change the dynamic of your students in such a positive way.

This class competition is a game changer and I’m confident you are going to love it!

Episode Notes:

Check out this Game Changing virtual, PD course for teachers:

monicagenta.com/courses

Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

Needing some uplifting, awesome professional development at your school? Let’s Connect:

http://monicagenta.com/pd

Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

Connect with Monica on social media:

Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/

TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed

Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd

Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

1 Game Changing Idea That Motivates Students AND Teachers to SPRINT Into Schools with Excitement Jan 15, 2023

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The idea I’m sharing in this episode is ranked in my top 5 favorite classroom management ideas of all time.

When I use this strategy kids clap, they turn in their assignment with their name on it, AND it’s completed.

And this idea makes teachers feel like super heroes! It cost zero dollars to implement and all you need is a timer.

I promise after you start implementing this idea your teacher stress will decrease and your student motivation will increase!

PS- it does involve teacher shoes. Find out all the details in this short and sweet episode!

Episode Notes:

Check out this Game Changing virtual, PD course for teachers:

monicagenta.com/courses

Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

Needing some uplifting, awesome professional development at your school? Let’s Connect:

http://monicagenta.com/pd

Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

Connect with Monica on social media:

Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/

TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed

Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd

Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

1 Relationship Building + SEL Game That You WANT To Play This Year (Probably The Best Activity I’ve Ever Made…) Jan 08, 2023

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Are you looking for ideas that will boost classroom engagement, help with relationship building, are perfect for SEL, AND kids are going to motivated to participate?

Well this one game will help with ALL of that! Seriously.

Finding high-quality, low-prep teacher ideas can be hard.

But this game is perfect for all grade levels and is so easy to implement!

I promise your students will be begging to play this classroom game over and over!

Episode Notes:

Looking for TONS of Engaging Classroom IDEAS! Check out The Game Changers Course:

monicagenta.com/courses

Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:

http://monicagenta.com/pd

Connect with Monica on social media:

Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/

TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed

Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd

Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

The 2 Teacher Habits That Will Transform You Personally & Professionally (And They Are Easy Too!)- Monthly Motivation Episode Jan 01, 2023

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Want 2023 to be awesome? Tired of creating resolutions that don’t last past January?

Feeling like your new year’s goals never get off the ground?

If you are truly ready for this year to be different then this episode is for you.

We will dive into 2 small habits that will set you up for total success so you can have an incredible day in the classroom.

These 2 habits will make you a better teacher because they will impact your whole day on a positive level.

Get ready to be mind-blown on how easy these ideas are to implement too.

Episode Notes:

Make this Year AWESOME with the book 365 Days of Awesome! Check out:

monicagenta.com/books

Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:

http://monicagenta.com/pd

Connect with Monica on social media:

Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/

TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed

Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd

Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

13.1 Teacher Truths That Will Help You Have Your BEST Year Yet! (Part 2) Dec 25, 2022

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Are you struggling as a teacher both personally and professionally right now?

Are you feeling like this year has actually gone better then you predicted it would?

Are you feeling like you just need some motivation and reminders on how to improve your teacher life?

If you said yes to any (or all) of those statements, this episode is for you!

I’m sharing 13.1 simple things that I’m confident will get you feeling heard, appreciated, and motivated to move forward!

You will walk away empowered knowing that you got this!

And PS- all of these practical ideas can apply to your personal life too. That’s a huge win!

Episode Notes:

Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:

http://monicagenta.com/pd

Connect with Monica on social media:

Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/

TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed

Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd

Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

13.1 Teacher Truths That Will Help You Have Your BEST Year Yet! (Part 1) Dec 18, 2022

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Are you struggling as a teacher both personally and professionally right now?

Are you feeling like this year has actually gone better then you predicted it would?

Are you feeling like you just need some motivation and reminders on how to improve your teacher life?

If you said yes to any (or all) of those statements, this episode is for you!

I’m sharing 13.1 simple things that I’m confident will get you feeling heard, appreciated, and motivated to move forward!

You will walk away empowered knowing that you got this!

And PS- all of these practical ideas can apply to your personal life too. That’s a huge win!

Episode Notes:

Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:

http://monicagenta.com/pd

Connect with Monica on social media:

Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/

TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed

Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd

Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

How to Get Kids Talking, Connecting, and Learning with One EASY Idea (A Must Listen for Every Teacher) Dec 11, 2022

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I did an activity with my students where 100% of students were participating, smiling, and excited to learn.

Sound too good to be true? It’s not!

And guess what, I planned this lesson in less than 1 minute!

The idea that I’m sharing in this episode is PERFECT for advisory, morning meeting, SEL time, or just a great relationship building lesson.

It will no doubt be one of your favorite new activities of the year!

Episode Notes:

Get 180 FULL SEL Ideas For Your Morning Meeting & Advisory:

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Looking for books to help with relationships in your classroom? Check out:

monicagenta.com/books

Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:

http://monicagenta.com/pd

Connect with Monica on social media:

Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/

TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed

Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd

Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Where to Find SO Much Teacher Motivation & Classroom Lessons (This Idea Will Shock You) Dec 04, 2022

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Some of my very best ideas this year did NOT come from social media or teacher books.

Some of my very best ideas this year did NOT come from educators or even from schools.

Some of the biggest impact came from 3 places that have nothing to do with being in the classroom.

Want to bring your teacher game to new levels?

Check out this episode!

Episode Notes:

Looking for some awesome, positive teacher books? Check out:

monicagenta.com/books

Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:

http://monicagenta.com/pd

Connect with Monica on social media:

Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/

TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed

Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd

Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

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