Why should you think about becoming a teacher? Listen to this episode with Dr. Parkman and her “ why” behind choosing education as a career. We hope this episode encourages and motivates you! Keep Thriving Educators! 

Guest Speaker:Dr. Lutrica Parkman 

Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-lutricia-parkman-2154235b/

Dr. Lutricia L. Parkman is an elementary school counselor at Garrett elementary School in Augusta, GA. She earned a B.S. degree in Early Childhood Education from Georgia Southern University and taught third grade for four years, before receiving her Masters Degree from Augusta State University in School Counseling. Dr. Parkman also earned an Educational Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Cambridge College, and a Doctor of Education degree in Educational Leadership from South Carolina State University.  She has worked as a counselor for the past nineteen years, and this is her twenty-third year in the field of education. 

Red Ribbon Week: https://www.redribbon.org

About Me: Franchesca Thompson

Welcome to the "Everything But the Lesson Plan"  a podcast brought to you by Thrive12, an education company designed to ensure you thrive every month of the year. I am an educator, entrepreneur, and influencer on a mission to transform education with innovative tools, tips, and resources for educators everywhere!

Meditation is a useful tool that can profoundly affect your sense of wellbeing. Teachers may incorporate guided meditation into their daily routine  for several reasons, as it can offer various personal benefits. In this episode, I spoke with Leigh Truss Smith, MBA, MSW, CPHQ, about why teachers should make this part of their daily practice. Engaging in guided meditation can offer a variety of personal benefits for individuals. Today, we will discuss why you might consider implementing guided meditation in your routine. Leigh Truss Smith will end this episode with an excellent guided meditation you can use daily. Enjoy! 

More information about Leigh Truss Smith

Leigh is a healthcare executive based in Atlanta, GA, and has dedicated over 22 years in ensuring the safety of patients and staff by overseeing quality improvement, infection prevention and control, patient safety, emergency management, and providing support to nurses, physicians, and other clinical staff who suffer from stress, burnout, and second victims syndrome. Leigh is a wellness advocate who seeks to integrate mindfulness and  belonging into everyday life. She has facilitated multiple workshops and seminars addressing anxiety, self-care, self-love, mindfulness, communication, resilience, leadership, and team dynamics. She understands the value available through experiential activities such as guided meditation and has found this tool to be beneficial for stress reduction, anxiety management, and self-care. Leigh is a proud graduate of Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Texas Woman’s University. In 2020, she completed the Cognitively Based Compassion Training with the Center for Contemplative Science and Compassion-Based Ethics at Emory University, where she honed her skills in guided meditation. Leigh is married to Michael Kevin Smith, and they reside in Metro Atlanta.

Contact Leigh Truss Smith @ [email protected]

About Franchesca Thompson & Thrive 12 

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Disaster Distress Helpline

En Español

The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) is the first national hotline dedicated to providing year-round disaster crisis counseling. This toll-free, multilingual, crisis support service is available 24/7 to all residents in the U.S. and its territories who are experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. Call or text 1-800-985-5990.

Do you remember your favorite teacher? In this episode Onexia Thompson shares the time when she met her favorite teacher. We hope this episode encourages and motivates you! Keep Thriving Educators! 

Guest Speaker: Onexia Thompson  

Onexia Thompson, a Georgia native and product of the state's education system, earned her undergraduate degree in Music Industry Management from Georgia State University. Following her studies, she joined the Martin Luther King Memorial Foundation, where she engaged in public service initiatives. Currently, Onexia is a law student at FAMU College of Law, aspiring to become an attorney specializing in the entertainment industry. Her diverse background and passion for music, coupled with legal studies, position her to make a unique impact in this dynamic field.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/onexiathompson/

About Me: Franchesca Thompson

Welcome to the "Everything But the Lesson Plan"  , a podcast brought to you by Thrive12, an education company designed to ensure you thrive every month of the year. I am an educator, entrepreneur, and influencer on a mission to transform education with innovative tools, tips, and resources for educators everywhere!

Welcome to the "Everything But the Lesson Plan," a podcast brought to you by Thrive12. This episode is about maintaining a work-life balance during the holiday. Work-life balance is a personal journey; what works for one person may not work for another. It's essential to assess your own needs and adjust your approach accordingly. Regularly evaluate your work-life balance and make adjustments as needed to ensure a healthy equilibrium. Listen to this episode for more tips! 

Music produced by @ Onexia Thompson  

The Evolution of Work-Life Balance

Pomodoro

Worklife balance during the holiday

Welcome to the "Everything But the Lesson Plan", a podcast brought to you by Thrive12. This episode is about impostor syndrome. Also known as impostor phenomenon or impostorism, is a psychological pattern in which an individual doubts their own accomplishments and has a persistent internalized fear of being exposed as a "fraud," despite evidence of their competence, skills, and achievements. Impostor syndrome can affect anyone, regardless of their actual level of competence or expertise, and it is not limited to a particular gender, age group, or profession. It is a common phenomenon among high-achieving individuals, particularly in fields where success is subjective and achievements are not always quantifiable. We speak with Aviann  Morris about her journey with “ Imposter Syndrome”. 

About Aviann Morris 

She is from the beautiful twin-island country of Trinidad and Tobago. She's currently enrolled in the PhD Learning, Design and Technology at the University of Georgia; a Fulbright scholar and an American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) Holmes Scholar. She's passionate about academia and has over 12 years of combined experience at three higher learning institutions, transitioning through several departments and roles gathering a range of technical, administrative, teaching and strategic skills. 

Connect with her on LinkedIn!

Music produced by @ Onexia Thompson  

How to Deal with “Imposter Syndrome”

Welcome to the "Everything But the Lesson Plan", a podcast brought to you by Thrive12. This episode is about leading the charge towards a more inclusive, equitable education by using virtual reality.   

Music produced by @Onexia Thompson  

VR in Kenya: https://www.africanews.com/2023/06/03/kenya-virtual-reality-used-to-teach-students-about-plastic-pollution-climate-change//

https://hypepotamus.com/feature/automation-intelligence-feature/

T Mobile and VR: https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/5g-delivers-stem-learning-opportunities-with-virtual-reality

Class funding: https://www.classvr.com/downloads/us-grants-funding-pack/

Grants: https://eonreality.com/k-12-xr-grant-program/

Grants: https://seedfund.nsf.gov/topics/augmented-virtual-reality/
Virtual Field Trips: best-virtual-field-trips

Welcome to the "Everything But the Lesson Plan"  a podcast brought to you by Thrive12, an education company designed to ensure you thrive every month of the year. I am an educator, entrepreneur, and influencer on a mission to transform education with innovative tools, tips, and resources for educators everywhere!

Episode Resources: 

Bored in Class: A National Survey Finds Nearly 1 in 3 Teens Are Bored ‘Most or All of the Time’ in School, and a Majority Report High Levels of Stress

https://www.the74million.org/bored-in-class-a-national-survey-finds-nearly-1-in-3-teens-are-bored-most-or-all-of-the-time-in-school-and-a-majority-report-high-levels-of-stress/

Yes, And” in the Trenches: How Improv Makes Me a Better Teacher

https://teachhuman.com/blog/yes-and-in-the-trenches-how-improv-makes-me-a-better-teac

Education is a human right, and the return is invaluable. There has been tremendous progress across the world in how we teach. Today, let’s take a look at best practices worldwide. Enjoy.

Information about Finland:

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/innovation/why-are-finlands-schools-successful-49859555/

Germany- Sleep Study: https://www.proquest.com/docview/2431034220?pq-origsite=gscholar&fromopenview=true

Financial Literacy Program in the US: https://www.ngpf.org/state-of-financial-education-report/

Spain vs USA:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=chDlrdTfFKo&t=5s

About Me: Franchesca Thompson

Welcome to the "Everything But the Lesson Plan"  a podcast brought to you by Thrive12, an education company designed to ensure you thrive every month of the year. I am an educator, entrepreneur, and influencer on a mission to transform education with innovative tools, tips, and resources for educators everywhere!

Do you remember your favorite teacher? In this episode Jessica Baker  shares the time when she met her favorite teacher. We hope this episode encourages and motivates you! Keep Thriving Educators! 

Guest Speaker: Jessica Baker 

Jessica Baker is an attorney for NBCUniversal News Group, where she advises on issues related to defamation, privacy, copyright and the First Amendment.  Prior to joining NBCU, she was a litigation associate with O'Melveny and Myers at their Century City office.  Before transitioning to the legal field, she worked as a journalist for CNN, including as a writer and producer for CNN Newsource and as a writer for CNN International.

Linkedin jessica-baker-3130515

About Me: Franchesca Thompson

Welcome to the "Everything But the Lesson Plan"  a podcast brought to you by Thrive12, an education company designed to ensure you thrive every month of the year. I am an educator, entrepreneur, and influencer on a mission to transform education with innovative tools, tips, and resources for educators everywhere!

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