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**This Teacher Life**

A weekly podcast for teachers full of tips and tricks, stories and strategies, celebrations and struggles, all from the real life we are living every day. Welcome to This Teacher Life with Monica Genta.

Latest Episodes:

How 1 EASY E-Mail Hack Can Totally Change Relationships with Teachers, Students, & School Communities Nov 27, 2022

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How many e-mails do you send a day? How many e-mails did you get per day?

What if I told you that I have 1 simple hack that will totally improve your inbox?

Not only that, this really simple idea will also improve the relationships in your school!

I promise that you are missing out on a significant e-mail trick and since I’ve started using this, student grades have gone up and student problems have gone down.

What is the idea? Check out this episode!

Episode Links:

Here is the E-Mail Communication Method & Other Helpful Hacks:

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Get TONS of relationship building ideas in this fun, flexible course that starts soon!

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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/

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1 Relationship Building GAME That is Going to Create SO Many Connections with Kids! Nov 20, 2022

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What if I told you there is one game that you could play with students that could change everything!

This game would increase communication, decrease poor student attitude, increase teamwork, and decrease problematic behavior.

And this same game would bring relationships in your classroom to new levels.

Did I mention this game is free to create and implement?

I can’t wait for you to dive into this episode and learn the simple rules so you can try it with your students.

PS- you are going to be blown away when you realize what the game is and how you can use it to your teacher advantage!

Episode Links:

Get TONS of relationship building ideas in this fun, flexible course that starts soon!

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

2 Relationship Building Ideas That Will Bring SO(da) Much Joy to Your Staff + Students! Nov 13, 2022

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Wanting to build better relationships in your school with both staff and students?

Sometimes it’s those simple ideas that end up being the most significant!

How can you boost the climate and culture of your school?

Maybe all you need is a little caffeine!

In this episode I dive into 2 really awesome ideas on how to make teachers happy while also building super strong connections.

This 20 minute episode could be exactly what your school and staff need right now!

Episode Links:

Get TONS of relationship building ideas in this fun, flexible course that starts soon!

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

3 Teacher Secrets That Aren’t Getting Talked About (That NEED to Be Talked About)- Monthly Motivation Episode Nov 06, 2022

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There are lot of things that educators are thinking and feeling right now, but they aren’t all getting talked about.

We know education had changed. But… is there way more to that?

We know that there is a lot of new leadership and teachers. But… how is that impacting us?

We know that we are struggling at time. But… is there something essential to remember.

In this episode of the This Teacher Life podcast we are diving into 3 big secrets that have answers that you won’t expect.

By the end of this short and sweet, monthly motivation episode you will feel united, heard, seen, and ready to hit re-set!

Episode Links:

Maximize Your Morning with Students with 180 Days of Awesome SEL:

monicagenta.com/180SEL

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

4 Things That We Must STOP Doing as Teachers (They Aren’t What You Think) Oct 30, 2022

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Grading can be a time and energy vampire for teachers.

But what if I told you I could make your grading of student work SO much easier.

And to make it easier you were going to actually stop doing things rather than start doing more.

Sound too good to be true? It’s not!

Check out these 4 things that I promise to do with student work that has not only created better indicators of learning, but has also de-stressed by teacher life in so many ways.

This will change the way you look at scores and report cards forever!

Episode Links:

The Rooted Classroom Course- Full of Relationships Ideas AND Earn up to 15 hours of PD Credit

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Sign Up for Monica’s Mailing List and get TONS of FREE Resources Sent Out All Summer Long!

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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

1 Class Idea That Gets Students ROLLING In the Right Direction (A Dynamic Class Competition) Oct 23, 2022

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Is there a behavior or classroom expectation that is driving you a little crazy right now?

Would you like to increase student motivation and decrease problems with students?

Do you want to add a little bit of fun while also creating organized, effective, and engaged kids?

If you said YES to any (or all) of those things then you are in the right place!

And all you need for this idea is a dice. Seriously!

Get everything “rolling” in the right direction for your school and your students with this simple, but significant class competition.

Find out all the details right here, right now!

Episode Links:

Check out the Engaging Battle Brackets! Perfect for Relationship Building AND Engaging Competitions In Your Classroom

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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

5 Ways to Motivate Students Using 1 Simple Idea (You Will LOVE This!) Oct 16, 2022

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Have you ever given your students a reward and they didn’t care about it at all?

Have you ever given your students a consequence and they could have cared less?

We know that students all learn differently, but students also respond to positive and negative situations differently too.

If we want to know what truly motivates our kids we have to be able to answer the question, how are they wired in their heart and head.

In this episode of the This Teacher Life podcast we will five into the 5, distinct categories of how kids feel things.

This topic will leave you mind blown and running to your teacher plan book to put the idea into place immediately!

Episode Links:

Get 180 FULL SEL Lessons in 180 Days of Awesome SEL:

monicagenta.com/180SEL

Sign Up for Monica’s Mailing List and get TONS of FREE Resources All School Year!

https://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

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 Teach Kids to Say Sorry So It’s Actually Significant- A Simple Sorry Script for Schools and Students of ALL Ages Oct 09, 2022

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Do your students know how to give a sincere sorry?

Do they scream the sorry?

Do they say sorry then storm away?

Do they speak the sorry in the softest tone ever?

If you said YES to any of those, you need the Sorry Script!

What’s the sorry script?

It is a perfect platform to give a meaningful sorry.

And this strategy isn’t just for students, this is for spouses, significant others, and anybody you share your life with!

This episode will make all future sorrys WAY more significant.

Episode Links:

These Battle Brackets are AWESOME for Conversation Starters in SEL or Content Areas:

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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

What’s REALLY Keeping You In the Classroom? (The Answer May Shock You)- Monthly Motivation Episode Oct 02, 2022

Show notes

“Why do you continue to be a teacher?”

“You know you can make more money in a different profession, right?”

“If I was a teacher I would totally leave!”

Have friends or family said something like this to you?

How do you respond?

What are you supposed to say in these moments.

What is your why?

What is REALLY keeping you in the classroom?

During this monthly motivation episode we will look at some common AND uncommon answers.

By the end, you will feel way better about holding the title of teacher.

Episode Links:

Find Your Why and Helpful Teacher Tips in These Awesome, Easy to Read Books:

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

1 MINI School Project that will Create MANY Meaningful Moments For Students Sep 25, 2022

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Projects and meaningful activities can often be time consuming and complicated.

But what if I told you I have one mini project that would change your classroom dynamics forever?

This project is zero prep, creates tons of communication, tons of smile, and tons of reflection.

Join me in this episode where I dive into all the details.

I promise at the end of this episode you will be adding this mini project to your lesson plans ASAP!

Episode Links:

Battle Brackets- Perfect for Relationship Building & Classroom Connections:

monicagenta.com/shop

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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