The Culture-Centered Classroom

By Jocelynn

The Culture-Centered Classroom podcast is the go-to podcast for teachers, instructional coaches, and school leaders ready to step into their power by centering educational equity, celebrating diversit... more

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How many episodes does The Culture-Centered Classroom have?

The podcast currently has 110 episodes available.

The Culture-Centered Classroom episodes:

November 16, 2022S2.E20 - Trauma informed teaching: 5 Surprisingly Simple Ways to use it in your classroom with Michael Sivert
Join me in welcoming Michael Sivert to the podcast for an informative conversation about how having a trauma-informed lens can help you create a more welcoming and inclusive classroom for all students. He is a 5th Grade teacher in Ohio. He has been teaching Upper Elementary grades for 17 years. His passion revolves around Social-Emotional Learning, and he works to make SEL accessible to teachers. He creates lesson plans and resources for the upper elementary classroom that have a trauma-informed lens. Mikey offers demand courses and workshops that help creative, passionate, and student-centered Upper Elementary teachers find ways to integrate SEL into their daily curriculum to enhance their classroom community and create a happy and healthy environment for their students.
If you are interested in connecting with Michael you can find him:
Instagram - @mikeydteach
Website - https://mikeydteach.com/
FREE SEL Resources - https://mikeydteach.com/get-free-resources/
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In this episode I mentioned:
Ratchetdemic by Dr. Chris Emdin
Equity-Centered Trauma-Informed Education by Alex Shevrin Venet
Grade Level Book Recommendations - visit https://bookshop.org/shop/CustomTeachingSolutions .
Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click HERE to schedule
Activities for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my TEACHER SHOP
Culture-Centered Teacher WORKSHOPS - Click HERE for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Ultimate Classroom Diversity Checklist" at https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min

Check out The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/
Website - https://customteachingsolutions.com
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for Bookshop.org, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link.**
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42min
November 09, 2022S2.E19 - Want to create powerful Thanksgiving Lessons? Start with these 3 questions
Traditional Thanksgiving lessons have been focused around the historically inaccurate and culturally harmful “Thanksgiving Story” as well as family gatherings and food aligned with mainstream culture in the United States. So many differing cultural traditions and practices, important aspects of the day-long celebration are typically omitted. So, how can you shift this from a missed opportunity to a moment of impact? Tune in for a the answer.
In the episode I mention:
The Real History of Thanksgiving

The National Day of Mourning

Who are the Wampanoag?
Grade Level Book Recommendations - visit https://bookshop.org/shop/CustomTeachingSolutions .
Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click HERE to schedule
Activities for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my TEACHER SHOP
Culture-Centered Teacher WORKSHOPS - Click HERE for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Inclusive Classroom Checklist" at https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min

Check out The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/
Website - https://customteachingsolutions.com
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for Bookshop.org, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link.**
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10min
November 02, 2022S2.E18 - Supporting Multilingual Learners: 3 Tips for General Education Teachers w/ Courtney Morgan
Join me in welcoming Courtney Morgan to the podcast for a dynamic conversation about the best ways to support your multilingual learners in the general education classroom. She is an ESL teacher, coach, and course creator. She earned degrees in Elementary Education and Multicultural Education, and is also National Board certified in Middle Grades Literacy. After 16 years as an elementary classroom teacher, Courtney shifted into her current teaching role to focus her efforts on supporting multilingual students. She founded The All-Access Classroom to provide training that equips gen. ed. and ESL teachers to make grade-level instruction accessible to multilingual learners. She loves advocating for culturally and linguistically diverse students, and nurturing educators toward equitable practices in the classroom.
If you are interested in connecting with Courtney you can find her:
Instagram - @theallaccessclassroom
Website - https://www.theallaccessclassroom.com/
FREE Resource - A Lesson Plan Template w/ Scaffolds for Multilingual Learners
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Grade Level Book Recommendations - visit https://bookshop.org/shop/CustomTeachingSolutions .
Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click HERE to schedule
Activities for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my TEACHER SHOP
Culture-Centered Teacher WORKSHOPS - Click HERE for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Ultimate Classroom Diversity Checklist" at https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min

Check out The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/
Website - https://customteachingsolutions.com
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for Bookshop.org, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link.**
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41min
October 26, 2022S2.E17 - 5 simple things you can do to make your classroom more inclusive today!
Creating an inclusive classroom does not have to be overwhelming or complicated. Start with these FIVE simple strategies. Grab the FREE Inclusive Classroom Checklist with clickable links so you can take action today!
In the episode I mention:
The Inclusive Classroom Checklist

Coaching Call
Grade Level Book Recommendations - visit https://bookshop.org/shop/CustomTeachingSolutions .
Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click HERE to schedule
Activities for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my TEACHER SHOP
Culture-Centered Teacher WORKSHOPS - Click HERE for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Inclusive Classroom Checklist" at https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min

Check out The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/
Website - https://customteachingsolutions.com
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for Bookshop.org, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link.**
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11min
October 19, 2022S2.E16 - Relationship Building 101: 3 Key Ingredients for Developing a Strong Classroom Community w/ Joscelyn Reed
Join me in welcoming Joscelyn Reed to the podcast for a dynamic conversation about what it really takes to build authentic relationships with students! Joscelyn is a master teacher, coach, and the CEO and Founder of Revolve Learning. She believes in advocating for equity work to be core knowledge alongside mainstream pedagogy and education theory. Her professional development sessions and programs seamlessly take the Science of Learning and Development (SoLD) alongside other research and transforms it into relatable and engaging content and learning experiences that are applicable to the current social context of teaching.
If you are interested in connecting with Joscelyn you can find her"
Instagram - @revolvelearning
Website - https://www.revolvelearning.com/
FREE Resource - The Path to Meaningful Connections
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Grade Level Book Recommendations - visit https://bookshop.org/shop/CustomTeachingSolutions .
Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click HERE to schedule
Activities for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my TEACHER SHOP
Culture-Centered Teacher WORKSHOPS - Click HERE for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Ultimate Classroom Diversity Checklist" at https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min

Check out The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/
Website - https://customteachingsolutions.com
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for Bookshop.org, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link.**
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48min
October 12, 2022S2.E15 - Cancel Culture: How to Reframe Your Lessons About Christopher Columbus
Monday was Indigenous People’s Day and also still recognized in some places and by some people as Columbus Day. There are many people that believe Christopher Columbus should be canceled. I'm not so sure canceling him is the right move. Listen in as I explain.
In the episode I mention:
Cancel Culture
Grade Level Book Recommendations - visit https://bookshop.org/shop/CustomTeachingSolutions .
Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click HERE to schedule
Activities for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my TEACHER SHOP
Culture-Centered Teacher WORKSHOPS - Click HERE for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Ultimate Classroom Diversity Checklist" at https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min

Check out The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/
Website - https://customteachingsolutions.com
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for Bookshop.org, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link.**
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19min
October 05, 2022S2.E14 - How to use positive psychology and teach coping skills in your classroom with Jonee' Anderson
Join me in welcoming Jonee' Anderson to the podcast on the first guest conversation episode! Jonee' is a school counselor and mental health professional who leads workshops in which she shares tips and strategies for using the power of positive psychology and teaching coping skills in your classroom. If you are interested in connecting with her you can email her at: [email protected] Trust me, you won't want to skip a single moment of this episode.
In the episode I mention:
Positive Psychology

Coping Skills
Grade Level Book Recommendations - visit https://bookshop.org/shop/CustomTeachingSolutions .
Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click HERE to schedule
Activities for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my TEACHER SHOP
Culture-Centered Teacher WORKSHOPS - Click HERE for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Ultimate Classroom Diversity Checklist" at https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min

Check out The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/
Website - https://customteachingsolutions.com
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for Bookshop.org, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link.**
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50min
September 28, 2022S2.E13 - Honoring Jewish Heritage - Sharing and Celebrating with all your students
In this episode I share three ways you can be more intentional about honoring Jewish students and their faith, whether there are Jewish students in your physical classroom or not.
In the episode I mention:
The "Power Word/One Word Reflection Activity" for Students

Louis Armstrong
Grade Level Book Recommendations - visit https://bookshop.org/shop/CustomTeachingSolutions .
Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click HERE to schedule
Activities for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my TEACHER SHOP
Culture-Centered Teacher WORKSHOPS - Click HERE for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Ultimate Classroom Diversity Checklist" at https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min

Check out The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/
Website - https://customteachingsolutions.com
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for Bookshop.org, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link.**
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20min
September 21, 2022S2.E12 - Defining Culture with your students - 3 impactful benefits
Defining culture with your students results in several benefits for increased engagement and rigor. In this episode I share why it is important to define culture with your students as a resource for framing conversations, deepening content knowledge, and creating bridges of empathy.
In the episode I mention definitions for:
Critical thinking, Socratic Seminar, and Empathy
Grade Level Book Recommendations - Click HERE to access the GOOGLE FOLDER.
Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click HERE to schedule
Activities for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my TEACHER SHOP
Culture-Centered Teacher WORKSHOPS - Click HERE for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Ultimate Classroom Diversity Checklist" at https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min

Check out The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/
Website - https://customteachingsolutions.com
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for the Amazon Associates Program, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link.**
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23min
September 14, 2022S2.E11 - How Can a Substitute Teacher use culturally responsive pedagogy?
Culturally responsive pedagogy is not restricted to a set of resources or a particular curriculum. Culturally responsive pedagogy is a whole vibe. It’s a way of being. It is reflected in your mindset and actions. For this reason, a substitute teacher can absolutely leverage the power of culturally responsive pedagogy.
In the episode I mention:

Grade Level Book Recommendations - Click HERE to access the GOOGLE FOLDER.
Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click HERE to schedule
Activities for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my TEACHER SHOP
Culture-Centered Teacher WORKSHOPS - Click HERE for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Ultimate Classroom Diversity Checklist" at https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min

Check out The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/
Website - https://customteachingsolutions.com
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for the Amazon Associates Program, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link.**
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23min

FAQs about The Culture-Centered Classroom:

How many episodes does The Culture-Centered Classroom have?

The podcast currently has 110 episodes available.