Let’s keep it real—teaching in urban schools can feel like a rollercoaster some days. But what if I told you that the secret to managing behavior and building a thriving classroom is all about your energy, mindset, and the respect you show your students?

In this episode, I’m bringing the high-energy brilliance of Rodrick Johnson, the Energized Educator, to the mic. Together, we dig into what it takes to flip the script on classroom management and create spaces where students feel seen, heard, and ready to show up as their best selves.

Here’s what you’ll get:

This isn’t about adding more to your plate—it’s about rethinking how you show up and leaning into the magic already in your room. Roderick will have you laughing, reflecting, and walking away with a toolbox full of strategies to finally tackle those classroom challenges with confidence and joy.

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