Designed from the ground up as a no nonsense approach to teacher development, this podcast is your gateway to bettering your craft (and having some laughs along the way). It is a show for you. To help you better your craft, learn new skills, and get ideas to fuel your own. It is a show for anyone in the field of education, and has featured teachers and administrators from all over to offer their unique perspectives on some of the most relevant and hottest topics in public schools. Teach Me, ...
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🎙️ On the Way to School: Six Minutes to Elevate Your Educator’s Day 🎙️ Embark on a transformative journey with On the Way to School, the essential podcast for educators and school administrators seeking to enrich their mornings with impactful insights. Each concise six-minute episode delivers powerful tips and strategies to empower your educational leadership and classroom effectiveness. What You’ll Discover: - Conflict Resolution: Master techniques to navigate and resolve classroom and admi ...
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Navigating Global Events: School Leadership in Challenging Times
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Welcome to "On the Way to School," your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. As we find ourselves in October, it's the perfect time to address a topic that's been on my mind for a while. In this episode, we delve into the responsibilities of school leaders…
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Welcome to "On the Way to School," your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, we explore the concept that not every conversation or piece of advice needs to be transformed into a full-blown curriculum. Drawing from personal experiences and …
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Mastering Leadership Fret: Delegation, Trust, and Self-Care
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Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, I share my recent experiences from an eventful weekend and dive into a crucial topic for leaders: managing "Leadership Fret." I discuss the balance between responsi…
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#365 Small Ways to Connect with Kids (Sierra Bohamera pt.2)
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Welcome to Teach Me, Teacher! In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to have Sierra Bohamera, also known as @thattrendyteacher on Instagram. Join us as we explore the art of making teaching fun and engaging, connecting authentically with students, and infusing that all-important math energy into the classroom. Sierra shares her insights on being open t…
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Navigating the Path of an Internal Candidate
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Welcome to "On the Way to School," your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. In this episode, host Christopher S. Dennis returns with insights on becoming an internal candidate for roles such as division head or department chair within your current organization. Christopher shares three essential tips for successfully navigating…
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#364 Math and Energizing the Classroom with Sierra Bohamera (pt.1)
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Welcome to Teach Me, Teacher! In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to have Sierra Bohamera, also known as @thattrendyteacher on Instagram. Join us as we explore the art of making teaching fun and engaging, connecting authentically with students, and infusing that all-important math energy into the classroom. Sierra shares her insights on being open t…
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#363 Switching to a New Grade (Molly Dugan pt.2)
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Hello everyone! In this episode of Teach Me, Teacher, we’re thrilled to welcome Molly Dugan, a dynamic educator whose journey from novice to seasoned teacher is nothing short of inspiring. Join us as Molly delves into her personal and professional history, sharing how her passion for teaching evolved and what she’s learned along the way. If you mis…
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Elevating Leadership with High-Quality Assessments
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Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, Christopher shares his recent experiences from a board retreat for CATDC and a phenomenal conference at Stanford for Challenge Success. He delves into the importanc…
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Managing Emotions in Education: Insights and Strategies
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Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. Join host Christopher S. Dennis as he shares personal stories and valuable insights on managing emotions in the educational environment. In this episode, Christopher reflects on the importance of emotional awareness and control, drawing from his experienc…
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Finding Joy and Purpose in Your Educational Journey
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Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. As we enter the second full week of September, many of us are settling into the new school year. It's a time to reflect on our roles and whether we're in the right place professiona…
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Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. Join host Christopher S. Dennis as he returns from a brief hiatus to discuss the art of decision-making in the educational landscape. In this episode, Christopher shares insights on handling difficult decisions, emphasizing the importance of having comple…
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#362 Where are the Turtles?! with Molly Dugan (pt.1)
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Hello everyone! In this episode of Teach Me, Teacher, we're thrilled to welcome Molly Dugan, a dynamic educator whose journey from novice to seasoned teacher is nothing short of inspiring. Join us as Molly delves into her personal and professional history, sharing how her passion for teaching evolved and what she's learned along the way. Discover t…
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Building Connections: Lunchtime Supervision and Community Spirit
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Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. Good morning, everyone. Hopefully, you are somewhere with good air conditioning and power today. Our AC on campus is on the fritz, making for a unique experience in the morning heat…
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Navigating Rapids and Life: Lessons from Whitewater Rafting
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Welcome to "On the Way to School," your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. It's Wednesday, September 4th, and Los Angeles is experiencing a heat wave. While my lunchtime supervision during this heat might be a topic for another day, today's focus is on a…
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A Father's Leadership: Lessons from Walking Down the Aisle
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Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. Good morning, people. After a refreshing Labor Day break, we're back with stories and reflections. Recently, my oldest daughter got married, and the experience was truly magical. In…
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#361 You Don't Have to be a Clown to Engage Kids (Dave Burgess pt.2)
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Hello everyone! In our previous episode, we touched on the many facets of engagement in teaching, from lesson design and teaching style to the content itself. But let’s dive deeper. If you’re seeking ways to make engagement more actionable and less of a mystery, you’re in for a treat! This week, we’re thrilled to have Dave Burgess—author of the bes…
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Navigating Equity in Education Part 2: A Comprehensive DEI Approach
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Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. Join host Christopher S. Dennis as he delves into the intricate world of equity and inclusion in educational institutions. In this episode, Christopher shares insights from his extensive higher education administration and organizational management backgr…
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Navigating Equity in Education: Supporting Practitioners and Leaders
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Welcome to "On the Way to School," your daily six-minute boost for educators and administrators. Join host Christopher S. Dennis as he shares his excitement for welcoming secondary students back to school and reflects on his journey. In this episode, Christopher delves into the crucial topic of social justice and equity work in schools. He discusse…
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Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this midweek episode, we tackle the theme of perseverance in the face of fatigue and discouragement. Christopher shares a personal anecdote about an unexpected birthday celebrati…
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Centering Data for Effective School Decision Making
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Welcome to "On the Way to School," your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. This episode explores the importance of leveraging data for informed decision-making in schools. Christopher shares insights on how strategic data use can drive meaningful changes…
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Harnessing the Power of Feedback in Education
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Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. Good morning, party people! I hope you had a wonderful weekend. Today, we're discussing the importance of feedback in educational settings. From personal stories to practical tips, …
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#360 Teach Like a PIRATE with Dave Burgess (pt.1)
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Hello everyone! Engagement can come in many forms. It can be the lesson design. It can be the teacher's style. It can be the content itself...But what if there was a way to think about engagement that demystified it a bit? What if there was a way to analyze each lesson to make sure you were getting the most out of it? Dave Burgess, author of Teach …
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Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, we delve into a critical topic: handling disciplinary actions as an employee in the educational sector. We start on a fun note, sharing a quick recipe for a delicious fake Jack Daniels glaze sauce. Then, we focus on t…
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Navigating Fair Classroom Discipline: Best Practices for Educators
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Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, we start with some light-hearted banter about meal planning and the infamous "spaghetti pot" before diving into the serious topic of classroom discipline. Christoph…
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Embracing Professionalism: Attire, Interactions, and Responsibilities
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Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, we explore the concept of professionalism through Chris's unique interpretation, focusing on four key components: attire, interaction, responsibility, and challenge…
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The Art of Listening: Elevate Your School Leadership
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Welcome to "On the Way to School," your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. Hosted by Christopher S. Dennis, today's episode explores crucial listening skills in a professional setting. Christopher shares personal anecdotes and insights from Jeff Wetzler's book "Ask" to emphasize two key points: the importance of genuinely want…
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Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, we kick off the week with a special shout-out to the supportive community that keeps us going—Christopher sincerely thanks neighbors, friends, and colleagues who ha…
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Hello everyone! Teach Me, Teacher is back and I cannot believe we are at season 9 of the podcast... For those that have been along for this journey, can you believe it? Truly, this has been a ride of a lifetime. But, we aren't done yet. In this intro, we debut the new theme of the season, and detail what's to come, including guests, ideas, and goal…
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Making Leadership Decisions: Strategies for Effective Management
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Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, we tackle the challenges of leadership decisions, especially regarding personnel management. We discuss the importance of gathering new information to change perspe…
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Navigating Parent-Teacher Communications in the Classroom
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Welcome to "On The Way To School," your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators, hosted by Christopher S. Dennis. In today's episode, we delve into the essential strategies for handling parent-teacher communications effectively. As we approach the end of the week, Christopher offers valuable insights on how educators can manage pare…
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Understanding School Budgets: Help a Budget Out
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Welcome to "On the Way to School," your daily six-minute boost for educators and administrators, hosted by Christopher S. Dennis. In today's episode, "Help a Budget Out," we delve into the often-overlooked topic of school budgets. Christopher explains the critical role of budgeting in schools, especially in independent or tuition-based institutions…
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Becoming the Safest Space: Building Trust and Connection in Schools
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Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. Join host Christopher S. Dennis as he explores the importance of being a safe place for others in the school community. In this episode, Christopher discusses the qualities that make someone approachable, consistent, and discerning and how these traits ca…
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Onboarding New Teachers: Building a Supportive Community
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Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. Happy Monday! In this episode, we discuss the crucial aspects of onboarding new teachers and administrators into the school community. Learn how to enhance your mentor and buddy pro…
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Navigating Pushback: Strategies for Educators
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Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. It's Friday, and for many, it's the best day of the week! Join me in celebrating my 16th wedding anniversary with my wife, Shanet, and my daughter completing her nursing clinicals. …
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Mission-Driven Initiatives: Anchoring and Contributing to School Success
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Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, we delve into the importance of being mission-driven within the school environment. Understanding and embodying your school's mission is critical for aligning initi…
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Elevate Your Professional Journey: Maximizing Coaching Relationships
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Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, we delve into the importance of coaching in professional development. Whether you're considering formal executive coaching or informal mentorship, understanding how…
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The Day After: Navigating Challenges in Education
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Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, Christopher shares his morning routine and dives into a topic that often goes unaddressed: dealing with the aftermath of a challenging day or a mistake. Whether it'…
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Mastering Mondays: Kickstart Your School Year with Strategic Planning
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Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. Join Christopher S. Dennis as he kickstarts the week with his favorite day—Monday! In this episode, Christopher delves into the significance of August 1st as the unofficial start to the school year for administrators. He shares insights on setting the fou…
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Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, discover the origins of this podcast, inspired by a Lunch and Learn session with the dedicated faculty of Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks. Special thanks to …
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Celebrating Faculty: Honoring Dedication and Boosting Morale
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Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, we focus on the importance of celebrating and appreciating faculty members who have dedicated their careers to teaching. As administrators, it's crucial to engage w…
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Meet Christopher Dennis: A Journey Through Education and Leadership
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Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this special "About Me" episode, I'm thrilled to share my personal and professional story with you. I currently serve as an associate head of school at a K-12 independent school …
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#359 Teaching Reading Across the Day with Jennifer Serravallo (Season Finale pt.2)
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Join us on Teach Me, Teacher as we delve into the critical topic of teaching reading across all subjects with Jennifer Seravallo, author of the groundbreaking book “Teaching Reading Across the Curriculum“. In this episode, we explore the research-backed strategies that truly enhance literacy skills, contrasting them with the flood of ineffective pr…
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