Getting staff AND students on the same page can be incredibly difficult these days.

But what if there was a silly, simple way to increase the climate and culture of your school while also bringing people together?

What if that same idea would INCREASE positive office referrals too?

In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast we unpack the details of how a plastic golden cat when from being trash to a treasure.

I promise that “Gary” can gain popularity in your school once you listen to this short and sweet solution!

Episode Notes:

Check out the Awesome Academy for Teachers- The BEST PD for Educators:

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How are you currently feeling in your position in education?

Do you feel like you are supported as staff?

Do you feel like your kids are supported as students?

Sometimes all our school needs is a little social-emotional support for everybody!

But how do we do that?

In this episode I dive into some ideas that I’m using as a K-12 SEL teacher.

I’m confident they can easily be applied to your current position and it will bring positivity, purpose, and passion back to your people!

Episode Notes:

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

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Needing Some Help with SEL at Your School? Let’s Connect:

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

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When was the last time you were able to get your students super motivated with a paper plate?

When was the last time you increased student engagement with a reverse card from Uno?

When was the last time you handed out notecards and nobody refused to participate?

Because after listening to this week’s episode of This Teacher Life podcast, you are going to be so excited to bust out paper products!

And the best part, they are going to product student results.

In this special episode with guest, Jack Berckemyer, we unpack 3 super simple ways to engage students.

I promise you will laugh and learn in this one!

Episode Notes:

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Check Out the Amazing Giant & Mini Uno Cards Here

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

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How is behavior managed in your school?

Would you say it is more proactive or reactive?

When it comes to school culture, nothing building positive climate better than parties over punishment.

But how can we celebrate students in a way that gets kids motivated to make the right behavioral choices?

In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast we tackle the word RESPECT and how that can set the tone for the whole year.

Don’t miss this simple, structured idea to create smiles from staff and students!

Episode Notes:

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

monicagenta.com/180SEL

Needing Some Help with SEL at Your School? Let’s Connect:

monicagenta.com/PD

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

monicagenta.com/freebook

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Do you struggle to get kids to turn in work?

Do you wish students put forth more effort on the work they turn in?

Do you feel like students are failing and they don’t care?

If you answered YES to any (or all of those) questions then this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast is for you!

We will dive into my #1 way to get students putting for their best effort on the first try and the amazing system my school in place if kids don’t.

This idea will take you from stressed to solution focused in the matter of 30 minutes.

We dive into grades, student apathy, student organization, and academic gaps, all while staying focused on student success.

Episode Notes:

Here is the Behavior Management Correction Reflection System & Student Refusal Form:

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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

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Episode Notes:

Get 180 Full SEL Lessons for Advisory and Morning Meeting- Save Your Plan Time:

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Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let’s Connect:

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In this raw and heartfelt episode of the This Teacher Life, we’re diving into a BIG announcement that might just surprise you.

After years of dedication to the traditional classroom, I’m packing up and walking away… or just across town — but not for the reasons you might think!

This episode explores the personal and professional shifts that led to this decision, the challenges and triumphs of education, and what’s next on the horizon.

Tune in for a candid conversation about growth, change, and the future of teaching!

Spoiler Alert: this isn’t the ending — it’s a whole new chapter!

Want AWESOME PD or SEL Consulting for Your School Next Year? Let’s Make it Happen

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Get 180 Days of Awesome SEL Curriculum Here:

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Special episode alert!

In this week’s powerful recording of This Teacher Life, we dive into the heart of education with practical, yet impactful strategies that can transform not only schools but the lives of students and staff alike.

We explore actionable ideas that can spark meaningful change in your school environment.

From boosting student engagement to fostering a positive school culture, this episode provides real-world solutions to the challenges educators face today.

Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, or part of the school support staff, get ready to leave with the motivation and tools to make a lasting difference in the education world.

Want AWESOME PD for Your School for Next Year? Let’s Make it Happen

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Get Copies of 180 Days of Awesome and All Monica’s Books Here Here:

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