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In “Spilling the Tea: Should I Be Insulted?”, I share some of those unforgettable classroom moments when students say things that leave you wondering whether to laugh, be offended, or both! 😂 It’s a lighthearted look at the funny, unexpected things only a teacher gets to experience.

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☕🧊 The tea is poured…and this retired teacher has some stories to tell! 😂

Here’s a little audio excerpt from “Spilling the Tea,” an episode of Ravings of a Retired Teacher. After years in the classroom, sometimes you just have to sit back, laugh, and tell the stories you couldn’t tell then!

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In this episode of Ravings of a Retired Teacher, it’s all about Do This, Not That: The Teacher Edition. Discover practical classroom management tips, common mistakes to avoid, and lessons learned from nearly three decades of real classroom experience.

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In this episode of The Ravings of a Retired Teacher, one retired educator looks back at the excitement, stress, and reality of heading back to school. She shares practical advice for new teachers on preparing for the classroom, establishing routines, managing student behavior, building relationships, and surviving those challenging first weeks—with a little humor and wisdom learned along the way.

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In the premiere episode of The Ravings of a Retired Teacher: Things I Couldn't Say Then, I share what it was really like to make the decision to retire after nearly 30 years in the classroom. From the emotions of leaving a career I loved to the excitement and uncertainty of starting a new chapter, this is an honest look at life beyond the final bell.