Teach Your Class Off Radio
In Episode 348 of Sunday Night Teacher Talk, CJ reflects on the emotional chaos of the end of the school year, preparing for senior trip, graduation weekend, and fundraising with students using World’s Finest Chocolate. The episode dives into teacher burnout, conference season, community support, classroom culture, mentoring, and practical advice for educators navigating transitions, interviews, classroom management, and difficult parent situations.
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Chapters
00:00 – End-of-Year Exhaustion & Senior Trip Prep
05:12 – Graduation Weekend & Chocolate Fundraiser Stories
12:40 – Choosing Between ELA & Social Studies
24:18 – Teacher Mentorship & Avoiding Gossip Culture
35:47 – Helping Disengaged Students Find Purpose
49:15 – Difficult Parent Conversations & Communication Tips
1:02:31 – Favorite Novels & Classroom Projects
1:14:22 – Supporting Future Teachers
1:22:40 – End-of-Year Reflection & Encouragement