Wisdom From An Almost Veteran Teacher

Happy New Year! After a bit of a hiatus, I am so glad to be back speaking with ya'll. In this episode, I talk about a session I attended at the 2025 ACTFL Conference. The session was co-led by Dr. Trina Montano and Dr. LJ Randolph! The title was Liberation, Joy, and Creative Resistance in the Language Classroom. Their session centers on going "deeper" with picture talk, and what that can look like in your classroom.

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Hey ya'll! On this episode I talk about the power of setting time aside to explore when you are at any professional development conference. This is Part I of III in speaking about my experience at ACTFL.

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I give tips on how to best prepare for conferences! The world language conference season has started. Whether it is your first time attending a conference or you have attended a lot of conferences, there are so many things that you can do to make it a successful one for you. Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, or comment!

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In this episode, I share my journey of how I am choosing to see the highlights in the midst of a "long" month of teaching, life, all the things, and still making a choice to show my creative side! I hope that this episode encourages you too!

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Welcome!!! I'm back!!! Season 2 and we are ready to roll....

In this episode I talk about the importance of prioritizing your energy according to the season that you are in! I hope you enjoy this one.

Always cheering you on,

~Kia

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This is the reason as to why I started this podcast. In this episode, I share what I’ve been experiencing mentally and emotionally, in transitioning from one school community to another. This is often not talked about in our world language community, yet this is something that we do need to talk about.

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In this episode, I talk about my beginnings of transitioning from a school community to another. This is often not talked about, and the purpose is to bring the light the importance of giving yourself grace to grieve while transitioning to another place. If you are in this situation and/or have experienced it, I hope this brings you encouragement!

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Hey ya’ll!! This is Part II of my takeaways from Mitten CI. Please follow and connect with the people I mentioned in the notes from the previous episode!! Thank you for listening and for your support! Connect with me below at the following place:

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Hey ya’ll!! I had another opportunity to attend the Mitten CI Conference as a vendor and workshop presenter! It was such a wonderful experience! I talk about my interactions and takeaways from the following people below **Make sure you follow and stay connected with them!**

Annabelle Williamson (La Maestra Loca)

Mira Canion

Carla Tarini

Gregory Gross

Dianne Reinel

Jonathan Bowles

Dahiana Castro

Karen Rowan

A.C. Quintero

Mitten CI Team

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It’s March! In this episode I give my insights about the importance of feedback and reflection, and how that is one of many keys to sustaining engagement during this time.

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