Is the quest for a perpetually positive classroom overshadowing the real emotional needs of educators and students? Join us as we celebrate our 10th podcast episode and delve into the nuanced world of toxic positivity in education. In a special milestone episode, we raise our glasses to an incredible 500 downloads and share the candid conversations we've had. Together, we unravel the unintended consequences of a culture that prioritizes a 'positive at all costs' mentality, often at the expens...
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Is the quest for a perpetually positive classroom overshadowing the real emotional needs of educators and students? Join us as we celebrate our 10th podcast episode and delve into the nuanced world of toxic positivity in education. In a special milestone episode, we raise our glasses to an incredible 500 downloads and share the candid conversations we've had. Together, we unravel the unintended consequences of a culture that prioritizes a 'positive at all costs' mentality, often at the expens...
Vital Connections: Self-Care and Building Powerful Relationships
Middle School Life
28 minutes
2 years ago
Vital Connections: Self-Care and Building Powerful Relationships
Welcome to Middle School Life, a heartfelt conversation between educators seeking to build a positive learning environment for students. I, Assistant Principal Victoria Hammond, along with my co-host, Middle School teacher Dr. Jennifer Erdmann, share our unique perspectives derived from various backgrounds and roles in education. Excited? So are we! This episode kicks off our discussion on significant topics.Ever wondered how self-care links with effective teaching? We shed light on this vita...
Middle School Life
Is the quest for a perpetually positive classroom overshadowing the real emotional needs of educators and students? Join us as we celebrate our 10th podcast episode and delve into the nuanced world of toxic positivity in education. In a special milestone episode, we raise our glasses to an incredible 500 downloads and share the candid conversations we've had. Together, we unravel the unintended consequences of a culture that prioritizes a 'positive at all costs' mentality, often at the expens...