In this festive episode, we explore the joy of giving Christmas gifts to students and why it’s a meaningful way to 'wrap up' the school year. We’ll dive into how gift giving not only brings happiness to your students but also boosts your own mental wellbeing, strengthening the connection you’ve built throughout the year.
Plus, we share five creative and budget-friendly gift ideas that are small, thoughtful, and sure to wow your class without breaking the bank. Tune in for inspiration to spread holiday cheer in your classroom and end the year on a high note! 🎄🎁✨
Music reference: August Burns Red - We Wish You A Merry Christmas

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In this episode, we dive into the often overlooked issue of toilet breaks for teachers (needing to go during class time) and why it’s more than just an inconvenience.
Teachers are seemingly denied a basic human right as they struggle to find 'permission' for bathroom breaks due to constant supervision demands of a classroom - an unsolved HR problem that can have serious impacts, especially for pregnant teachers and those with health issues.
We discuss how this lack of toileting access adds unnecessary stress to an already demanding job.
And to wrap up, Ben shares his own "close call" story, adding some humour to an all-too-relatable challenge for educators.

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In this campfire-style chat, we sit down with Cass Pendlebury from Alphacrucis University College to unpack effects of the ongoing teacher crisis and the rising burnout rates among educators and leaders - including AI in tertiary and the growing challenges of student misbehavior in today's classroom.
As a Senior Director within the tertiary system, Cass shares insights and advice for teachers and leaders facing these pressures. We discuss practical ways to navigate today’s fast-paced, high-pressure educational landscape.

Join our campfire for a thoughtful conversation on finding resilience and adapting within "outdated education systems".

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