Best Stephanie Palovchik Podcasts (2024)

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My Favorite Tools for Teacher Organization 17:43

1y ago17:43

17:43

Classroom organization is really important for elementary teachers. Solid organization can help you plan and prep more efficiently. As teachers, we have tons of options for how to organize our classrooms. But what are the best options that will make keeping up with classroom organization easy? In this episode, I’m sharing 3 of my favorite tools for…

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My Daily Routine as a Teacher Mom on Summer Break 13:40

1y ago13:40

13:40

Teacher moms, this one’s for you! During the school year, we have a routine every single day. Then summer comes… and while the break is much needed, this big shift in routine can be challenging, especially with kids. In this episode, I’m sharing the very flexible daily routine that I follow as a teacher mom on summer break. What’s Covered In This E…

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2 Things I Wish I Knew Before My First Year of Teaching 16:48

1y ago16:48

16:48

If I could go back in time and tell my first year teacher self anything … these would be the first two pieces of advice I would give. And since I can’t go back in time, I’m just recording myself sharing this advice with all of you. Whether you’re a new teacher, seasoned teacher, or somewhere in between, this episode has advice everyone can use! Wha…

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How Teachers Can Decompress And Actually Enjoy Summer Break 13:00

1y ago13:00

13:00

Your school year has been busy and you are ready for summer break. But shutting your teacher brain off is easier said than done. How can you decompress after a busy school year so that you’re able to truly relax this summer? We’ll answer that question in this episode. The rule that will help you actually take a break How routines can be helpful too…

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What To Do With Students During the Last Week of School 13:23

1y ago13:23

13:23

There's so much to do at the end of the school year. You have report cards to complete and a classroom to pack up. But what about your students? Maybe you feel the pressure to plan some extra fancy activities. Maybe you're so overwhelmed by everything else on your to-do list that you have no idea what to plan. I have good news - You can keep your l…

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REPLAY: Exactly How to Declutter Your Classroom 20:36

1y ago20:36

20:36

It's time for a replay! This week, we're republishing a highly requested episode from our End of Year Teacher Series that went live in 2022. This episode is the second of four in our End of Year Teacher Series. In this episode, we talk all about one thing you should be doing at the end of the school year to make your life easier later. What is it? …

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How to Pack and Organize Efficiently at the End of the School Year 13:43

1y ago13:43

13:43

It’s about that time in the school year where you’re going to be packing up your classroom. Maybe you're decluttering a little bit and thinking about what you want to change for the upcoming year. Whether you're making updates to your classroom set up, classroom organization, planning, or even classroom management. In this episode, I'm sharing a bi…

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Tips to Easily Write Report Card Comments for Elementary Teachers 13:29

1y ago13:29

13:29

Does writing report card comments take hours because you’re just not sure what to write? If you dread report card season every quarter and desperately want writing comments to be easier, you’ve come to the right place. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down how to make writing report card comments easy in 3 steps. In This Episode About Report Card…

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3 Report Card Mistakes I've Made That You Can Learn From 14:03

1y ago14:03

14:03

Report cards can be a hefty task, I get it. If report cards have been taking you hours upon hours to do, then you are going to love this episode! I’m sharing 3 mistakes that I’ve made when it comes to writing report cards to help you with what not to do so you can write accurate and objective report cards for your students in less than 2 hours. Wha…

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No-Prep Student Engagement Strategies to Make Learning Fun 16:04

1y ago16:04

16:04

We're nearing the end of the year and your students are tired, you're tired, but learning still has to happen. How are you going to keep your students engaged? Today I'm sharing 3 engagement strategies that you can use with your students right away. Not just at the end of the year, but all the time! The best thing about these strategies is they are…

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Why Teacher Well-being Needs to be a Priority with Jen Rafferty 30:50

1y ago30:50

30:50

This month we’ve been covering topics around teacher burnout and stress management. And I cannot think of a better way to wrap up this month’s episode than with this conversation I had with Jen Rafferty. Talking with Jen truly felt like talking with a friend who just gets it and who understands the importance of teachers taking care of themselves s…

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Simple Ways to Beat the Sunday Scaries 14:41

1y ago14:41

14:41

Do you experience the Sunday Scaries as a teacher? Unfortunately, this can be a common experience, but it doesn't have to be your "normal." In this episode, we're talking about understanding what the Sunday Scaries are, why they happen, and some really simple things you can do to help eliminate those feelings. In this Episode, You'll Learn: What ca…

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How to Use Your Teacher Burnout as a Catalyst for Change with Amber Harper 29:52

1+ y ago29:52

29:52

Teacher burnout is unfortunately a common experience for many. But did you know that your burnout is unique to you? And how you overcome that burnout depends on what kind of burnout you’re experiencing? This week I’m joined by Amber Harper, who shares how she used her teacher burnout as a catalyst for change and how you can too! Amber Harper is a K…

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3 Ways Tired Teachers Can Stop Feeling Guilty and Start Enjoying Breaks 17:16

1+ y ago17:16

17:16

How often have you heard someone say they're feeling "teacher tired?" More times than you can count, right? We're all excited for Friday afternoon and the weekend break, but more often than not, many teachers spend their entire weekend working ... writing lesson plans and preparing materials.A break never happens. Recharging doesn't happen. And the…

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How to Stop the Constant Student Talking and Interrupting That’s Keeping You From Teaching with Gina from Teaching with Heart 28:54

1+ y ago28:54

28:54

As a teacher, it can be frustrating when your students won't stop talking and interrupting your lessons. However, there are effective strategies you can use to manage student talking and create a more productive learning environment. In this episode, Gina from Teaching with Heart joins me to share simple, effective ways to address constant talking …

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How to Be Prepped Before the Weekend With Very Little Time and Energy [Prep Time Productivity Series] 16:58

1+ y ago16:58

16:58

How many times have you sat down during your prep time and felt too exhausted to get anything done? Or by the time you do have the energy to start prepping, your planning time is over? In this episode we address what's causing that teacher tired feeling and a simple strategy that will help you have a productive prep time throughout the week. In Thi…

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3 Common Prep Time Problems Elementary Teachers Have And their Solutions [Prep Time Productivity Series] 17:49

1+ y ago17:49

17:49

So you want to get planned and prepped ahead of time, BUT all of these problems keep popping up during your already limited prep time. How are you ever going to catch up on everything you have to do? Is it even possible to enjoy a weekend without having your teacher bag by your side? In this episode, we are addressing some common prep time problems…

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5 Essential Time Management Tips for Busy Elementary Teachers [Prep Time Productivity Series] 17:28

1+ y ago17:28

17:28

You are a busy elementary teacher with a lot on your plate and not a ton of time to do it in. This episode is kicking off our prep time productivity series, where we'll explore time management and prep time tips you haven't been getting trained on, but should be! In this episode, we will talk about essential time management strategies that every el…

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What to Include In Your Small Group Lesson Plans 18:59

1+ y ago18:59

18:59

Ever wonder how to write a small group lesson plan that's effective but also doesn't take a ton of your time? In this episode, we'll walk through a guide to crafting plans for your small group instruction. I'm sharing my best tips and strategies for creating clear and specific objectives, warm-up activities, teaching points, and practice activities…

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5 Strategies for Meaningful Small Group Instruction 21:06

1+ y ago21:06

21:06

Does planning for small group lessons feel like one more thing on your plate (that often gets pushed to the back burner)? If you’re struggling to fit planning for small groups into your day and looking for effective strategies that will help you keep it simple and get them done, this episode is for you! Small group instruction is a great way to eng…

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Fun Valentine's Day Activities for Kindergarten 16:14

1+ y ago16:14

16:14

Are you looking for fun valentine's day activities you can use with your students this month? We've got you covered with plenty of fun activities for your kindergarteners! Check out our list of 5 ideas you can use right away. In this episode, you'll learn: 5 activities to use in your Kindergarten Classroom for Valentine’s Day How to break down the …

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How To Write Lesson Plans with Templates and Weekly Slides 11:19

1+ y ago11:19

11:19

In this episode of the Teacher Time Podcast, we're diving into how to write lesson plans without feeling overwhelmed. Listen in as we share step-by-step tips and strategies for using simple tools to stay organized, focused, and productive while planning for the week ahead. In this episode, you'll learn: How to use a long-term planning template to s…

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How to Plan an Effective Morning Meeting for Elementary Classrooms in 10 Minutes or Less 10:49

1+ y ago10:49

10:49

Around here we're all about helping busy elementary teachers save time on planning and prepping. In today's episode, we're discussing how to plan an effective morning meeting for your elementary classroom in 10 minutes or less. Morning Meeting has been a hot topic in elementary classrooms for the past several years, and for a good reason! They help…

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How to Manage Planning, Prepping, and Teacher Burnout with Maggie Jarvis 25:58

1+ y ago25:58

25:58

In this episode, I'm joined by an elementary teacher, Maggie, who shares her inspiring story, from feeling completely worn down and burnt out, to how she decided to make a change that would allow her to be the productive, happy teacher she always wanted to be. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How Maggie went from completely overwhelmed and on the ver…

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What Kind of Teacher Will You Be in 2023? 12:56

1+ y ago12:56

12:56

Do you feel like everything in your teacher life is out of control? Today I want to share how a simple, intentional reflection can help you regain control and be on your way to being the teacher you want to be. In this episode, we practice self-reflection and identifying what purposeful changes we can make to be more productive, happier teachers in…

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3 Things Teachers Are Allowed To Do (That Will Help with Your Mental Health) 13:46

1+ y ago13:46

13:46

Teacher boundaries and mental health are so important. How often do you wish you could just take something off your plate or you could leave work without feeling guilty about everything that has to get done? There’s no doubt that teachers have a lot to do and not a ton of time to do it in. It can lead to feelings of stress and overwhelm. But what i…

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My Friday Routine As a Teacher: 3 Things To Do Every Friday that Make Taking a Weekend Break Easy 12:30

1+ y ago12:30

12:30

It can be hard to let go of work on weekends because there’s so much on your to-do list, and often limited time to get it done in. When you leave work on Friday, it can be hard to shut your teacher brain off, which then affects your life outside of work - making it hard to be present with family or truly enjoy your “free” time. In this episode, I’m…

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Fun December Classroom Activities for Elementary Students 11:08

1+ y ago11:08

11:08

Looking for easy and engaging activities for December in the classroom? In this episode, we’ll help you plan faster with fun, low-prep activity ideas you can use in your elementary classroom. In This Episode About December Classroom Activities You’ll Learn: An important shift that will help you find more joy while teaching in December A simple way …

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Simple, Yet Effective, Phonics Routine with Kristina Harrill 25:12

1+ y ago25:12

25:12

Do you know that phonics is important, but are wondering how to plan simple and engaging phonics lessons that work? In this episode, I'm joined by Kristina from Sweet for Kindergarten as she shares exactly how you can plan phonics lessons that are effective, without taking tons of your time! Kristina taught Kindergarten for 6 years, but now stays h…

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Why Teachers Shouldn't Take Work Home 10:49

1+ y ago10:49

10:49

You're about to go on Thanksgiving Break, and in a few weeks, winter break. You’re torn between taking a break and bringing work home to “catch up” because you’ll “have more time.” So what should you do? Well, as you can see the answer is in the title but in this episode, I'm going to tell you exactly why leaving work at work over any kind of break…

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Things I Always Include On My Slides To Help Students With Independence 9:46

1+ y ago9:46

9:46

Are your students struggling with being independent during learning activities? Are you dealing with constant interruptions during small groups or off-task students? I can’t promise this episode will solve every problem, but I can share a few things I make sure are always on my slides that have helped my students stay on task and lessen interruptio…

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What To Do With All Of Your Copies for the Week 10:57

1+ y ago10:57

10:57

Do you find that your teacher desk is constantly covered in papers? Is it hard to keep track of all of the copies and materials that you need throughout the school week for all of your lessons? In this episode, we’ll talk about a simple solution to managing all of your weekly materials with ease so you can be ready to teach instead of searching for…

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7 Tips for Planning Effectively with Other Teachers 16:17

1+ y ago16:17

16:17

Are you and your grade-level team trying to plan together, but struggling to be productive? Maybe you’re frustrated because you know that planning together could be such a time-saver (not to mention reduce your stress) but it’s not going the way you hoped. You’re left wondering - how can we solve this problem? CAN we solve this problem? What (if an…

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3 Ways to Make Community Building Sustainable All Year Long with Caitie Cupples 20:30

1+ y ago20:30

20:30

In this episode, I'm joined by Caitie Cupples, who has 3 tips to share that are going to make community building in your elementary classroom feel sustainable all year long. She shares simple tips, mindset shifts, and examples that you can take and use right away in your classroom! Caitie is a 2nd grade teacher turned instructional coach passionate…

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An Easy Way to Schedule Parent Teacher Conferences Using Google Sheets 9:17

1+ y ago9:17

9:17

How long does it take you to schedule parent-teacher conferences? If you’re still doing this by hand - or maybe you’re just done with the sign up form you have been using - I’m going to share an easy way to get your conferences scheduled using google sheets. What's Covered In This Episode: Why Google Sheets are helpful for scheduling conferences Ho…

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When to Write Weekly Lesson Plans So You're Not Working All Weekend 12:20

2y ago12:20

12:20

Imagine what it would feel like if you no longer had to worry about writing your lesson plans over the weekend, and instead you could focus on other things that you WANT to be doing?! It IS possible! What's Covered In This Episode: Lesson Planning reflection questions The best day to lesson plan WHY this day is a great day to get your lesson plans …

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October Theme Ideas for Elementary Classrooms 12:41

2y ago12:41

12:41

Who else has ever sat down to lesson plan and felt totally blank on ideas. Like you know what skill you need to teach but you’re not sure how to break down a lesson plan to teach that skill. In this episode, I’m sharing how using themes can help you get the ball rolling on ideas, and even sharing a few themes and ideas you can use this month. What'…

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How to Build Better Work-Life Balance and Beat Burnout This School Year with Brittany Blackwell, M.Ed 27:27

2y ago27:27

27:27

We all know that burnout is unfortunately too common in the teacher world. And if you're trying to beat burnout, you're likely looking to ditch feeling like you're always in work mode and more like you have the space to be the you that you want to be. this episode, I'm joined by Brittany Blackwell, who shares insight into how teachers can have more…

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A Literacy Center You Can Use All Year Long 7:25

2y ago7:25

7:25

One thing that makes planning centers easier, is having activities that you use over and over again. In this episode of The Teacher Time Podcast, I’m sharing a literacy center idea that you can use all year long. If you haven’t listened to episode 63 or episode 64, you’re definitely going to want to listen to those! In those episodes we talked abou…

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A Math Center You Can Use All Year Long 9:07

2y ago9:07

9:07

What makes planning center activities a challenge? Is it that you have to differentiate for so many learners? Is it that you need new activities more often than you can keep up with? In this episode of The Teacher Time Podcast, I have a Math Center Activity to share with you that you can use all year long! What's Covered in this Episode: How often …

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Center Tips to Help with Student Independence 11:05

2y ago11:05

11:05

If you have ever felt like your centers were disorganized or like students struggled to be independent during centers, you're going to love this episode. There are so many amazing ways to organize centers, but it’s most important to find a system that works for you! When I first started centers in my classroom (as a first year teacher) I was so los…

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5 Parts to an Effective Classroom Management Plan with Gina of Teaching with Heart 31:26

2y ago31:26

31:26

Have you tried all kinds of classroom management tricks, only to feel like none of them are working? If yes, you're going to love today's episode! In this episode, I'm joined by Gina of Teaching with Heart, and she is shares the 5 essential parts that make up an effective classroom management plan. Gina is a kindergarten teacher with over 10 years …

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Tips for Writing Lesson Plans Faster 9:54

2y ago9:54

9:54

How long does lesson planning take you? Every time I’ve asked this question on social media, the responses range from about an hour to over 5 hours weekly. I’m here to tell you, that it does NOT have to take hours upon hours to write your lesson plans… and it shouldn’t. In this episode, I want you to know that you can write effective lesson plans, …

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How to Make Back to School Night a Success 9:41

2y ago9:41

9:41

Back to School Night / Meet the Teacher events are important parts of the start of a school year. In this episode I’m sharing tips to make your back to school night a success. I want to help you prep this in a simple and effective way so it doesn’t feel like another thing hanging over your head. Many teachers have said that they feel really comfort…

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4 Things Elementary Teachers Need for Back to School 10:56

2y ago10:56

10:56

Do you ever wonder what resources or activities you actually need to have ready as you head back to school? In this episode, I'm rounding up a couple of resources that will make a positive difference in how prepared you feel at the start of the school year. What's Covered In This Episode: The 4 resources every elementary teacher needs when heading …

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A Reminder That Your Classroom Doesn't Have to Be Perfect 15:24

2y ago15:24

15:24

In this episode we are talking about setting up your elementary classroom. I’m giving you some friendly reminders and sharing my top tips for setting up your classroom in a way that’s purposeful! What's Covered in the Episode: Top 5 reminders for elementary teachers when it comes to classroom set up Classroom set up tips and tricks to keep things p…

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Start Your School Year Right with These 3 Teacher Tips 10:24

2y ago10:24

10:24

In this episode We are continuing talking about all things teacher productivity and how you can stay on top of your game this school year. Today I'm going to be sharing 3 things you can do to make sure that you have a productive week, And the cool thing is this can help you when you head back to school but if you're still on summer break you can st…

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3 Strategies for Simplifying Teacher Time Management 16:41

2y ago16:41

16:41

This is a very exciting week on the podcast because for this episode I'm going to be sharing a recap of what we covered during the teacher time management challenge masterclass which happened last night. This masterclass was a very special kickoff event to the opening of my signature program: Teacher Time University. ACCESS THE FREE MASTERCLASS HER…

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Getting Planned with 0 Minutes of Prep Time with Kassandra 19:02

2y ago19:02

19:02

Do you ever wonder if it’s even possible to be the kind of teacher who leaves work at work? Who has all of her lessons planned, prepped, and ready to go the week before? Who gets to spend their weekends with their family, working on house projects, going on outings - without the guilt?In this episode, I’m joined by Kassie - a teacher who’s doing ex…

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Make This The Year You’re Organized and Planned Ahead of Time 17:36

2y ago17:36

17:36

What if this was the school year that you were finally planned organized and prepped before the weekend? It’s possible, you know, and in this episode, I’m going to tell you how. We all know teachers tons of to-dos on their plates, and not a lot of time to get them done. On top of all that, you’re also responsible for educating every unique student …

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