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Kim tells about her colonoscopy/valium experience. Jen and Kim talk about the latest and greatest in education news including a drunk bus driver, a woman posing as a HS student, book issues in Florida, and JLO micromanaging her hubby. 

• https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1036117-ben-affleck-protests-as-jennifer-lopez-checks-his-drink-at-shotgun-wedding-afterparty
• https://abcnews.go.com/US/29-year-woman-charged-after-allegedly-posing-student/story?id=96669333
• https://www.wafb.com/2023/01/28/school-bus-driver-charged-with-dwi-after-crashing-into-home/
• https://www.businessinsider.com/florida-teacher-books-classroom-desantis-2023-1

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Tune in to this episode to hear how Melissa Groff left her role as a principal. We had a great conversation and Dr. Groff is very transparent and honest as she tells her story. 

Dr. Melissa Groff is a highly experienced education professional with a passion for creating proactive school cultures through the implementation of restorative practices, leadership coaching and mentorship, and job-embedded coaching. Additionally, Dr. Groff’s efforts showcase her strong commitment to mental health support for both students and staff, emphasizing the crucial role of a safe and supportive environment in schools. With nearly two decades of experience in the field, Dr. Groff has honed her skills in conducting comprehensive needs assessments, crafting effective strategic plans, and delivering the necessary support to facilitate the development of a proactive culture within the school community. With a strong commitment to education and a passion for supporting school communities, Melissa is eager to impact public education on a broader scale in the near future.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissagroffedd/

Instagram and TikTok: The_Groffice

Blog and website: http://www.thegroffice.org/ 

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Welcome to our re-release of District Disconnet and Parents' Bill of Rights. 

Jen and Kim discuss teaching the words 'aphrodisiac" and 'impotent' to high school students. Jen tells about an unfortunate F BOMB dropped on a recording she accidentally submitted on a test. It wouldn't be a Twisted Teacher episode without an update about Ben Affleck. Kim finds herself in a tiny tirade about why kids are watching Euphoria while their parents are banning books.  They also discuss the disconnect between school districts and the teachers. Is it really ok to have parents pop in your classroom whenever they want to check on their kids? Is it ok for parents to require a list of books a teacher may have in his/her classroom? Is it ok for the district to let parents run our education system? 

SOURCES

• https://onlysky.media/hemant-mehta/pledge-of-allegiance-proposed-iowa-law-teachers-stand-or-be-fired/
• Ben Gives JLo a Valentines Day Gift of Himself
• Parents Bill of Rights

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We had the honor of interviewing Peter DeWitt. Peter is an educational consultant and author who has dedicated his career to promoting effective leadership and instruction in the classroom. With over 20 years of experience as a teacher, principal, and district-level administrator, Peter offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing today's education system.
In this episode, we discuss the concepts of his new book: De-implementation: Creating the Space to Focus on What Works. What can we really take off our plates to continue to be effective educators?

Peter Dewitt

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Here is one of our pivotal episodes where Jen has only four days of teaching left.
Jen and Kim revisit all the elements of education that can only be described as Pervasive Grossness. It's a recipe calling for a cup of imposter syndrome,  a gallon of toxic positivity, a large sprinkling of unrealistic mandates, and 100 tablespoons of a continued lack of support.

Sources:

• https://truthforteachers.com/truth-for-teachers-podcast/imposter-syndrome/
• https://www.themuse.com/advice/5-different-types-of-imposter-syndrome-and-5-ways-to-battle-each-one
• https://www.businessinsider.com/glenn-youngkin-launches-tipline-report-teachers-2022-1
• https://bestlifeonline.com/sayings-women-should-stop-using/
• https://apnews.com/article/environment-california-sacramento-wildlife-bears-15324a80ad14d8d687064ce769440e27

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We are so excited to have had the opportunity to talk to Kristen from @teachingblike. Kristen is a high school art teacher who creates relatable teacher content. She uses humor to be a voice for teachers who want to know there are other educators out there who understand. This is a great conversation and  worth a listen. 
Stay Twisted!!!

Kristin @teachingbelike

-find her on tiktok (teachingbelike) & instagram (teachingblike)

-Teaching since 2005

-Teacher advocate

-Creator of teacher satire + teacher gear 

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In this episode, Kim talks about her hatred of traffic circles, and Jen attempts to debunk the efficacy of deer whistles.
They discuss all the types of parents teachers deal with. Helicopter parents incessantly hover. Lawnmower parents clear the way for their children so that they never need to problem-solve. Kim created the Wack a Mole parent who pops up out of nowhere and then disappears only to pop up again months later to wreak havoc. Why do parents do this and how can we work with them before we lose our sanity?

• https://www.healthline.com/health/parenting/lawnmower-parents
• https://www.webmd.com/parenting/ss/slideshow-helicopter-parent
• https://www.weareteachers.com/lawnmower-parents/
• https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2022/10/17/helicopter-parents-are-last-years-model
• https://www.parents.com/news/this-is-what-kids-raised-by-helicopter-parents-are-like-as-adults-according-to-reddit/
• https://www.trevormuir.com/blog/helicopter-parents

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Kim and Jen thought it would be timely to re-release this episode since many Florida teachers are packing up their classrooms to avoid being convicted of a felony for having an unvetted book in their classrooms. 

Trigger warning: We discuss sensitive themes including sex and violence that we find in classic literature. We understand that some content is unsuitable for certain ages. However, if one is censoring books, one should be aware of the content in much of the literature that has been on the approved lists for decades. We aren't saying the classics should be banned, but we are proving a point that one must be well-read and well-versed in literature in a holistic manner before one bans books based on excerpts taken out of context. Why can't we choose excerpts from books that don't include questionable content but support our literary instruction?
SOURCES

• https://quizlet.com/208126359/romeo-and-juliet-sex-quotes-flash-cards/
• https://www.bustle.com/p/7-times-the-canterbury-tales-was-way-dirtier-than-50-shades-of-grey-66368
• https://www.reddit.com/r/AskHistorians/comments/8ljrx2/odysseus_has_sex_with_several_women_hecuba_circe/
• https://www.elitedaily.com/life/culture/romeo-and-juliet-not-romantic/1792993
• https://www.ajc.com/education/get-schooled-blog/opinion-first-it-was-critical-race-theory-now-its-books/EAD2MYAYBFETZAPXI2QUVBUYUE/ 

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This episode is a direct result of Kim's rabbit hole adventure in the New York Post. They talk about men falling in love with blow-up dolls, a vampire, questionable books, novel writing, and Ben and Jen's latest escapades. 

• https://www.kmweiland.com/
• reedsy.com
• https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1028223-jennifer-lopez-pushing-hubby-ben-affleck-to-get-cosmetic-surgery
• https://twitter.com/nypost/status/1611875722208976903

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We were fortunate enough to speak with Corey Scott.  Corey was a special education teacher that arrived at teaching without an education degree or training.  He has taken what he wished he had known and has created a course and coaching program that prepares new, inexperienced Special Education Teachers for their first day in the classroom. Listen to learn the things that should be non-negotiables to prepare a brand new teacher with no training.   You can find Corey on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-scott-760735165/

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