In this episode, I sit down with Jordie and Mason Amundson, a dynamic teaching couple from my community—she’s a school psychologist, and he’s a phys ed teacher. They share how they approach education with their unique styles, but with the same goal: building meaningful connections with students. Stick around until the end for a delightful “dessert” story from Mary Findeis. Her you-won’t-believe-it tale that sticks out from a long career in teaching will leave you smiling, proving once again that teachers really do have the best stories.

In this episode, we explore 10 simple steps to help teachers move from stress to joy in the classroom. Inspired by an Instagram reel of a woman overcoming fear while tandem skydiving, we break down practical strategies—like using visual schedules, creating connections, and even ditching bad assignments—that can shift your teaching experience. Whether it's taking students outside or building community with food, these easy tips can help you rediscover the fun in teaching and bring more ease into your day. Tune in for small, actionable steps to help you soar in your teaching practice!

This episode is all about relationships: how to build them, how to maintain them, and how to even have them with prickly people. Join Evi for some stories, tips, and tricks about building relationships in your classroom. This episode will leave you inspired, ready to put some energy out into the world, curious about others, curious to connect.