SMILE Factor

This week, we welcome Steve Marchetti for a conversation about what happens between the benchmarks.

In education, we spend a lot of time focused on outcomes, assessments, and the next milestone. But some of the most important learning happens in between—through the challenges, relationships, growth, reflection, and experiences that shape the journey.

Steve joins us to talk about keeping our focus on that journey and recognizing the impact we can make along the way.

Because learning isn’t just about reaching the next benchmark—it’s about what happens on the way there.

Tune in and SMILE on!

New SMILE Factor Podcast Episode!This week, Laurie and Matt welcome Steven Marchetti for a conversation about what happens between the benchmarks.

In education, we spend a lot of time focused on outcomes, assessments, and the next milestone. But some of the most important learning happens in between—through the challenges, relationships, growth, reflection, and experiences that shape the journey.Steve joins us to talk about keeping our focus on that journey and recognizing the impact we can make along the way.Because learning isn’t just about reaching the next benchmark—it’s about what happens on the way there.

Tune in and SMILE on!

Making Memories That Matter

The lessons students remember aren’t always in the curriculum. This week, we’re talking about creating moments, connections, and memories that students carry with them long after they leave our classrooms.

As we head into the first weeks of a new school year, it’s easy to focus on schedules, routines, curriculum, and everything that needs to get done. But some of the most impactful moments we create for students aren’t found in a lesson plan.On this week’s SMILE Factor Podcast, Laurie and Matt are talking about the power of making memories, building connections, and creating experiences students will carry with them long after the school year ends.The little moments matter. The laughter matters. The connections matter.Let’s make this a year they’ll remember.

As summer winds down and teachers prepare for a new school year, the latest episode of the Smile Factor Podcast offers a refreshing look at how educators can energize themselves and their students. We share our experiences gearing up for the academic year and the excitement surrounding new technology and teaching methods.

As we head into the first weeks of a new school year, it’s easy to focus on schedules, routines, curriculum, and everything that needs to get done. But some of the most impactful moments we create for students aren’t found in a lesson plan.

On this week’s SMILE Factor Podcast, we’re talking about the power of making memories, building connections, and creating experiences students will carry with them long after the school year ends.

The little moments matter. The laughter matters. The connections matter.

Let’s make this a year they’ll remember.

As summer winds down and teachers prepare for a new school year, the latest episode of the Smile Factor Podcast offers a refreshing look at how educators can energize themselves and their students. Laurie and Matt share our experiences gearing up for the academic year and the excitement surrounding new technology and teaching methods.

SEASON 4 IS HERE!

Summer Learning. Fall Energy. Fresh SMILES.

The SMILE Factor Podcast is back!

🎧 Episode 1 is LIVE!

As summer winds down and teachers prepare for a new school year, the latest episode of the Smile Factor Podcast offers a refreshing look at how educators can energize themselves and their students. Co-hosts Matt and Laurie share their experiences gearing up for the academic year and the excitement surrounding new technology and teaching methods.

WE’RE BACK! Season 4 of the SMILE Factor Podcast is officially here! Laurie and Matt are kicking things off by catching up, reflecting on an incredible summer of learning, and looking ahead to all the energy, possibilities, and excitement that come with a new school year.New conversations. New guests. New ideas. And plenty of reasons to SMILE.

Season 4 starts NOW. Let’s SMILE!