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The Mindful Teacher K-12

by April Hughes

A podcast for K-12 teachers to learn easy and helpful ways to stay healthy, happy, and productive throughout the school year. In addition, you will learn how to implement the strategies you learn with your students. You can practice mindfulness together!

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Episodes

  1. Why Easel is Going to Change your Teacher Pay Teacher Store Forever!

    In this episode, I discuss reasons why you need to get on the Easel by TPT bandwagon. It will transform your TPT Store and business. I also discuss the positive and negative impacts of returning to a 4 day a week hybrid model. https://www.easelbytpt.com/?utm_source=tpt-header-nav...

  2. Assume Positive Intentions

    In this episode, I discuss how we need to focus on positive intentions in our world. Instead of focusing on the negative, we need to focus on the positive and assume everyone has a positive intention. I start this episode off with a quote from Buddha, "holding onto anger is like grasping a hot…

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  3. Craving Consistency in the Classroom!

    Are you craving consistency in your classroom, school, or life? If so this episode is for you. I discuss in this episode, the ways in which educators can focus on the positives of remote/hybrid learning. Educators you are not alone! Everyone is feeling incredible stress this year. In this…

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  4. The Silver Lining of Remote Learning for Teachers and Students

    In this episode I touch upon the positive outcomes and unintended consequences of remote learning for teachers and students. They are all positive and I invite you to listen about how you can take away some very positive experiences during these unprecedented times. I have kept it short his week...

  5. 5 Essential Tips for Staying Sane During Remote Learning

    In this episode I give educators 5 simple but essential tips to staying sane and persevering during remote learning. These 5 essential tips can be easily adapted and incorporated into your daily routine so that you are successful and productive during these unprecedented times. Here is the link…

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  6. Persevere During Times of Crisis with Grit

    This episode discusses ways teacher can tap into their grit to persevere during times of crisis or difficulty. I mention Tony Robbins and Rachel Hollis' book, Girl Wash Your Face as an inspiration and reminder that we are strong and we can get through the tough times because we are teachers of…

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  7. A Dramatic Reorganization of Your Classroom can Transform Your 2020 Year!

    In this episode I talk about how dramatically reorganizing your classroom can be life changing for you and your students. I reference The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo. Check out more on my website at www.themindfulteacherk-12.com

  8. Rest and Reset in the month of November

    In this episode I discuss how to rest and reset after the turmoil of October. Since October is the toughest month in teaching (besides Feb.) it is important to have easy ways to quickly rest and reset the mindset. I also discuss 5 easy ways to build a mindful classroom culture. Go to...

  9. Persevering During the October Slump

    In this episode, I talk about how October is one of the most difficult months for teachers. Using The Onward Workbook: Daily Activities to Cultivate Your Emotional Resilience and Thrive By Elana Aguilar I discuss the Right Here, Right Now Strategy. This easy to use strategy help to bring presence...

  10. Feeling Gratitude and Appreciation in Order to Eliminate Fear

    In this podcast episode, I talk about how we can bring more gratitude and appreciate into our lives by letting go of "things" we have become attache too. For example, physical things, procedures, curriculum, and/or routines that can indirectly not allow gratitude and appreciation into our…

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  11. Techniques to Help Reduce Frustration in the Classroom and at School

    In the first episode of season 2, I discuss a technique called Imagine the People in Your Life as Tiny Infants and as One-Hundred-Year-Old Adults that I borrowed from Dr. Richard Carlson from Don't Sweat the Small Stuff. I discuss some new FREE apps for teachers out there that want to bring...

  12. Onward Interview with Janet Baird

    In this episode I have the privilege to talk to Janet Baird. Janet is the Bright Morning teammate dedicated to all things Onward–to our website, our workshops, and our expanding portfolio of programs related to emotional resilience. Janet and Elena have worked together for three years, and Janet…

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  13. Teachers You Are Appreciated!

    In this episode I discuss why you deserve to be appreciated! I also discuss some of the important reflections that you need to do at the end of the year. I discuss why it is okay to say goodbye to your current situation if you are in need of a change and not to feel guilty about it. Teachers...

  14. The Power to Change the Narrative

    Are you feeling like you are stuck in a rut or are feeling burned out! Tune into this episode to learn some ways to change the narrative and interrupt the negative thought patterns that are going on in your mind. Finish the school year strong by noticing when you are telling a "rut" story and...

  15. Emotional Crisis Mode Interventions and Strategies to Reduce Test Anxiety

    In this episode I discuss interventions from The Onward Workbook by Elena Aguilar and I talk about ways to help students reduce anxiety during PARCC. Proven silent techniques that will help students who suffer from test anxiety that they can do before and during the test. Also, how are you doing...

  16. Episode 13: Putting Yourself First

    Greetings Everyone- This episode is all about you! Well-it discusses strategies and tips on how to put yourself first in the chaotic world we live in. All teachers know that the days before PARCC and Spring Break are crazy enough to make even the most veteran teacher question their sanity. Here…

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  17. How to Make Money on Teacherspayteachers.com

    In this episode, I talk with founder of The Best of Teacher Entrepreneurs Marketing Cooperative, Victoria Leon. Experienced TPT'er and veteran teacher she provides insight on how to increase your revenue and get out of debt by joining TBOTEMC and taking your TPT business to the next level. This…

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  18. Episode 12-Teachers are On Strike...Why?

    In this episode I discuss why teachers in Denver are going on strike and how the increasing demands on the teaching profession are making many rethink their careers. I discuss the issues facing teachers all over the United States and what is forcing so many school districts to go on strike. For...

  19. Vision Boards for Students and the Classroom

    In this episode I discuss how to create vision boards with your students and create classroom vision boards to remind students of classroom protocols and expectations. I also talk about setting a 90-day Mindful Journaling goal with your students that includes journaling together. I refer to...

  20. Embrace the Chaos in 2nd Semester

    In this episode I’m providing listeners with a new way to deal with the daily stress of life in and out of the classroom. Instead of ignoring, battling, and drowning in stress try to embrace the chaos!

  21. Embrace It

    If you are feeling the added stress of the impending Christmas Break? Finding students hard to handle? Wondering if you will make it the next week? Listen in on specific strategies to cope with the increased behavior issues of students in a productive and easy way!

  22. Episode 5 Staying Positive in a Negative Culture

    This episode offers advice on how teachers can remain positive when they are surrounded by negative people. Tips and tricks to keep mentally healthy and positive even when no one else is!

  23. Being Mindful about Time Management

    Are you looking for ways to save time in your classroom? Are you feeling overwhelmed by all your obligations? Tune into this podcast for time saving strategies that will help bring more peace to your busy classroom

  24. Episode 3: Being Mindful About Classroom Management

    Need help with your classroom management? Tune into this episode

  25. Episode 2-The Mindful Reflection

    This episode talks about how to integrate mindful reflection into your classroom management system. I talk about how I have used it in my class and suggestions on how to use it in others' classrooms.

  26. Episode 1- Mindfulness

    5 proven strategies for teachers to stay healthy and happy this year

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A podcast for K-12 teachers to learn easy and helpful ways to stay healthy, happy, and productive throughout the school year. In addition, you will learn how to implement the strategies you learn with your students. You can practice mindfulness together!

HOSTED BY

April Hughes

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A podcast for K-12 teachers to learn easy and helpful ways to stay healthy, happy, and productive throughout the school year. In addition, you will learn how to implement the strategies you learn with your students. You can practice mindfulness together!

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The Mindful Teacher K-12 is created and hosted by April Hughes.
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