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Happy New Year everyone!

We are actually going to kick off 2025 with one last episode before bringing the season to a close! I'm actually getting married in March, so I plan on focusing on planning this wedding and getting to the March Break with work! So this will be the last episode for a while. 

On todays final episode, we talk about how we can build strong connections with students in for challenging communities. So today we have Lucy Black a former high school business and English teacher and retired high school principal of 8 years. She is also a published author called Class Lessons: Stories of Vulnerable Youth, which you can get Chapters, Indigo, Amazon, and Independent book stores and Demeter Press. We talk about:

1. What are the significant challenges teachers face in these schools?
2. What are some practical strategies teachers can use to build connections with students?
3. How can teachers avoid burnout in these school environments?

Thanks for all the listeners tuning in! Feel free to follow me @theteacherhotline. I have stand up comedy shows in Kitchener and Barrie at the end of the month! Go support live comedy!

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Hey folks! I'm on a plane to England/Germany with my students right now but that doesn't mean we can't pump out another episode before 2024 ends!

I've had a bunch of people recently talk about switching careers and looking for new jobs. Today we bring in education consultant Larry Tomiyama. Larry spent 32 year in the Calgary Catholic School District as a Principal and Supervisor and former social science and physed teacher. He is a part time Sessional Professor at St. Marys University in Calgary working in the Department of Education. Larry has his Masters degree in Educational Leadership from Gonzaga University, and his B.Ed from the University of Calgary

Today we talk about:

1. What is education consulting? How do you make money out of this?
2. What are other career paths Larry has has seen former students pursue? 
3. What skills do teachers posses that make us valuable?
4. What are some pieces of advice for teachers considering switching careers?

Check it out and tell a friend who might be thinking of leaving the profession!

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Have you ever wondered how we can better support our multilingual learners in the classroom? What if we could create a more inclusive environment where every student, regardless of their language background, could thrive? How would that impact their engagement and academic success?

Today I bring in: Education Specialist and Advocate from Ensemble, Katherine Hamilton. Katherine has extensive experience in supporting multilingual students and has been a pivotal figure in developing strategies to enhance their learning experiences. With a wealth of knowledge in educational practices and cultural responsiveness, Katherine shares invaluable insights and practical tips for educators.

We talk about:

• Effective strategies for supporting multilingual learners
• The importance of leveraging students' native languages
• How to foster a culturally responsive classroom
• Practical tips for creating an inclusive learning environment
• And so much more!

Tune in to discover how we can better support our multilingual students and transform our classrooms into more inclusive spaces.

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Today we got a hot episode that was recorded back in June! It's about teacher burnout and why teachers are leaving the profession! Kind of a bummer way to start the school year, but I thought it was a good conversation to have so we don't burn out. Maybe we can prep ourselves and have a better understanding heading into the school why teachers have left the classroom in prior years.

Today we bring in Tyler Boyle, an Acclaimed TedX Speaker, Educational Consultant, and Award Winning Teacher. Tyler was in the classroom for 20 years that was marked by prestigious accolades including the Prime Ministers Award of Teaching Excellence. His expertise as a Meditation Mentor is distinguished by his groundbreaking program, Dreamwalkers Meditations, which has been instrumental in alleviating classroom chaos, enhancing emotional intelligence, and elevating student engagement in classrooms.  Amongst many of his current roles, he is also known to be a keynote speaker and has presented at many conferences Learning and Teaching for Tomorrow, Provoking Curriculum Encounters, and the Ontario Healthy Schools Conference.

We talk about:

1. Why did an award winning teacher leave the classroom?
2. Is money, working conditions the main reasons why teachers leave?
3. How much money do teachers need to make to be satisfied?
4. Tyler's 8 "C's on why teachers leave

Check him out and check out this episode!

Website: https://www.dreamwalkersmeditations.com/

CBC News Article: Teacher shortages are leaving educators with no 'good options' — and they say students are paying the price

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Welcome back to another school year teachers!

To kick off the school year, I wanted to talk about the upcoming mandatory Financial Literacy test that high schoolers need to past to get their diploma! Hey, I'm all for it! But what in the world is on it? We all have so many questions, so today we bring in Gary Rabbior, President of the Canadian Foundation for Economic Education. Gary has lead the foundation since 1981. He has developed school curriculum for a number of provinces and written a wide variety of resources including “Money and Youth” which has over 740,000 copies in circulation and “Money and Monetary Policy in Canada” with the Bank of Canada. He has created a number of major financial literacy projects and programs including the “Building Futures” and “Talk With Our Kids About Money Day” programs.

Today we ask the questions:

1. When is this test happening?
2. What is the passing rate on this test?
3. What is going to be on this test?
4. Who is responsible for prepping the students on this test?
5. What information are we trying to get from this test?

I hope everyone had a great summer and good luck to the start of the school year!

Resource:
Canadian Foundation for Economic Education

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Ready to unlock the secrets of teaching at the college level? Join us for a fun conversation with Mikayla Lachance, a communications professor from Northern College, who shares her journey to becoming an accomplished college educator. Discover what it takes to thrive in this rewarding profession as she discusses the qualifications needed for various programs and sheds light on the differences between teaching at the college, university, and high school levels.

Ever wondered what the daily life of a full-time college professor looks like? Mikayla gives us an insider’s view, from managing class schedules and lesson preparation to the personalized attention given to students at a smaller college. You’ll learn how to structure engaging lessons, handle classroom management challenges, and create a supportive educational environment. She also recounts her transition from part-time to full-time teaching, providing a comprehensive look at the responsibilities and rewards of the role.

Finally, navigate the future of education with our discussion on integrating AI in the classroom. Mikayla shares her experiences with tools like ChatGPT, exploring their benefits and the importance of ethical use. We also touch on the perks and challenges of the profession, including the joy of supporting a diverse student body and the potential for career transitions. Whether you’re an educator or an aspiring college professor, this episode offers invaluable insights into the multifaceted world of teaching at the college level.

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Congrats Teachers! Summer time baby! Kick back, relax, and pour yourself a glass of wine. Party time!

I know the school year is a marathon and July can be a time of reflection for some teachers on how the year went. A popular question is "have I made a difference?"

Today I bring in Sam Demma, a best selling author, and one of the most in demand keynote speakers in the education sector. His work and interviews have been featured in The Globe & Mail, CBC, and CTV. He has been recognized as Starfish Canada’s Top 25 Under 25. Sam’s multimedia platform, The High Performing Educator, has spotlit over 250 educators, and his bestselling debut book, Empty Your Backpack has been called “a must-read for young dreamers.”

Today we talk about:

1. What strategies or practices can teachers adopt to remind themselves of their importance and impact daily?
2. How can school admin and colleagues support teachers in feeling more appreciated and recognized in their efforts?
3. Are there systematic changes within the education system that could help improve teachers feeling value and self worth?

Enjoy the summer folks!

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Bonjour!

Has anyone ever thought about sending their kids to French Immersion? Maybe you have but don't know where to start. What are the benefits of French Immersion? Are there any drawbacks? 

To answer all of these questions, we have two French Immersion teachers: Lucie -Maude and Aliza from Ontario and Alberta to talk about French Immersion education. We talk about:

1. Is there an admission process? 
2. Do my children need to know french before hand?
3. What are the benefits of being bilingual?
4. Does French Immersion hurt a students ability to learn the English language? 
5. Can students with learning disabilities be admitted to French Immersion schools?

...and so much more! Listen and share with all your friends!

One more month left before summer holidays! ☀️

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I'm a night owl and would love to start work at 11am if possible! Im sure your students wouldn't mind as well! Have you ever thought about what school would look like if we started classes later? Would students be more engaged? Would there be less lates? Would students be more awake and excited for school? 

Today I bring in: Physiologist, Scientist, and CEO of Wells Performance, Dr. Greg Wells. Currently Dr. Well's serves as a scientist at Hospital for Sick Children. He has 60 papers published in scientific journals and the author of 5 best selling books including his most recent publication: Powerhouse - Protect your Energy, Optimize your Health, and Super Charge Your Performance. He also hosts his own podcast called Dr. Greg Wells Podcast that you can stream on all platforms.

We talk about:

1. How many hours of sleep do teens/children need?
2. Do "Night Owls" and "Early Worms" actually exisit?
3. Are naps actually helpful? 
4. Are sleep aids harmful for students? (ie. melatonin) 
5. Should we start classes later? 

and so much more!

Go check out Dr. Greg Wells podcast!

Website: https://drgregwells.com/

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Bullying has been around since the beginning of time. No one's been able to crack the code on how to stop and prevent bullying from happening across schools in the country. In fact, bullying has now evolved with the introduction of social media in the past decade. So what can educators and schools do?!

So today we bring in Alain Pelletier, a anti-bullying youth speaker. Alain has spoken to over 750 schools, and has spoken at over 1200 conferences on the subject of bullying. Today we talk aboutt:

1. How do we properly define "bullying"? 
2. What role can teachers and school play in the prevention of bullying?
3. What age does bullying start?
4. Why do bullies bully other students at school?
5. What role do parents play in all of this?

Go check out Alain and book him in your schools! Check out his website below for more information on how to do so.

Website: https://www.alainpelletier.ca/

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