The duo reflects on their careers and share things they wish they did sooner in and out of the classroom.

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In this episode the duo shares their controversial opinions in teaching and teaching band.

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The best teachers are themselves.

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Kids often will be clear about exactly what they need; keen eyes and ears will notice.

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"This year is going to be different!" - every teacher. Maybe, or maybe it won't be that different, and some things just need some refinement.

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Every classroom experiences outbursts, both positive and negative. Discussed in this episode is when and how to handle them.

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The hot button topic in high schools everywhere. With a new law banning students' cell phones from bell to bell across the state of Indiana, all participants in a high school must learn to adapt.

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Accidental Villain: when the teacher unknowingly or unwillingly creates an awkward scenario for a student. Jack and Steve share their oopsies.

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After an experience with a great wedding DJ, Jack shares with Steve what running a classroom and a dance floor could have in common.

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If the one axis is achieving excellence and the other is time spent rehearsing, what is the best formula? When should time be added or removed from a calendar?

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