S3 Ep33: The Worst School Admin Stories

04/30/23 • 52 min

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Get ready to laugh out loud as we confront school culture on this episode of The Teachers Off Duty podcast. Tell loves the idea of the idea of a 4-day work week, and Gabe is quick to praise the amazing culture at his school. Lauran chimes in with her own experience of decision-making in administration and how it affects teacher's lives, while Bri gushes about the positive culture in her school. But don't worry, Gabe's got jokes for days and doesn't let anyone get too sappy. We also discuss the importance of school climate and how it can make or break buy-in at any school and we share stories of former admins who were beloved by all, and the impact they had on the school community. In everyone’s favorite segment, "Good or Garbage" with Gabe, we ROAST less-than-stellar school swag, and discuss the importance of student involvement in school culture, with Gabe sharing how his school lets the seniors design tee shirts. But it's not all laughs, as Bri brings up a shocking discovery - teachers having to pay for their own substitute on sick days. The hosts share their own experiences and hilariously lament the absurdity of it all. This episode concludes with a heartfelt teacher shoutout that Bri reads with pride and gratitude. -- *Watch the full episode and more on our YouTube.* Subscribe to our newsletter! Become a Patreon member to access exclusive bonus content! New comedy skit series episodes just posted!

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S3 Ep32: Mental Health in the Classroom with Bri Richardson

In this highly anticipated episode of The Teachers Off Duty podcast, everyone's best friend Bri Richardson (@honestteachervibes) makes her triumphant return to the show after stepping away. Our conversation takes a deep dive into the challenges that educators face with their mental health, including the guilt that teachers can feel and the daily stresses that can take a toll on anyone. Joined by her co-hosts Tell, Lauran, and Gabe, Bri shares her personal struggles with mental health and the pressure of being an influencer, comedian, social media powerhouse, teacher, and most importantly, a parent. Tell also shares his own experience with ADHD and how it has affected his life, while Lauran talks about her experience with a colleague who took their own life and stresses the importance of talking about mental health in the education community. We cannot stress enough the importance of seeking help as we discuss our different perspectives and how vital it is to recognize and validate each other's experiences. This is a powerful and emotional conversation about a topic that is often overlooked in the education community. If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, join us on The Teachers Off Duty podcast and seek assistance and support from available resources. *Watch the full episode and more on our YouTube.* Subscribe to our newsletter! Become a Patreon member to access exclusive bonus content! New comedy skit series episodes just posted!

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S3 Ep34: TikTok Trends That Drive All Teachers CRAZY!

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WE’RE GOING ON TOUR! Come see the Teachers Off Duty Podcast Live in person in Washington DC, Philadelphia, and Boston this summer on June 23rd, 24th, and 25th! Get your tickets here: teachersoffduty.com _________________________ Get ready to laugh out loud as Lauran, Tell, Gabe, and Bri take on the latest student TikTok trends covering everything that drives us teachers CRAZY! The conversation kicks off with Tell introducing the "Griddy" TikTok trend, which we find out Bri hates with the burning passion of 1000 suns. From there, we find out that we have all had enough of this classic restaurant jingle and debate over whether or not toaster strudels are actually good. Things take a wild turn when we discuss the "Devious Licks" trend, in which kids are destroying school bathrooms and more. And we reminisce about their own school shenanigans and past trends, including the classic Rick Roll and more. The episode also features a segment of "Good or Garbage" with Gabe roasting old-school pencil sharpeners. And in typical Teachers Off Duty fashion, we get a little carried away talking about trends and discuss everything from 4-H to our karaoke experiences. Tune in to this trendy episode on The Teachers Off Duty podcast. _________________________ *Watch the full episode and more on our YouTube.* Subscribe to our newsletter! Become a Patreon member to access exclusive bonus content! New comedy skit series episodes just posted!