Ever feel like juggling multiple preps as a secondary teacher leaves you spinning your wheels—but never getting ahead?

In this episode, I get real about how trying to do everything just leads to overwhelm, burnout, and never-ending to-do lists. Instead, I’ll show you how choosing just one clear focus can make your planning, grading, and energy feel so much lighter.

If you’re looking for practical strategies, systems, and time-saving tips to finally reduce teacher overwhelm and stop racing against the clock, this episode is for you!

Let’s talk about simplifying your planning period, protecting your time, and finding that one thing that truly moves your students forward. Whether you teach middle school or high school and wrangle multiple preps, I promise—one focus is all you need to start thriving.

Too many preps and not enough time? Let’s make your planning period actually work for you.

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