Educator Happy Hour

This episode we talk about the research on joy: How does it improve learning? How does it influence psychological safety? Most of all, what are simple strategies any educator can use to add more joy (without compromising instruction). We'll also explore what "AF" means in the Shelby household, Chase's go-to karaoke song, and what's happening to recess time in America.Our Sponsor Thanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here: TYS Speakers Connect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts: Chase Mielke - Instagram @chasemielke - Twitter @chasemielke - Email: chase@chasemielke.com Ming Shelby - Instagram @MingShelby - Twitter @_MingShelby_

Check out the folks Ming and Chase built community with:Our TYS CommunityAlso, take a drink every time we say the word "segue"!Also also, will someone from the @Segway company reach out about this sponsorship opportunity!? Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

Scientific American's Tips for New Year's Resolutions Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

This week, we tackle the idea of "emotion prejudice" -- how we are biased to allow, experience, and support kids through some emotions but not others. What emotion do we struggle to feel? What emotions do we allow your kids to feel? Is that kid showing "defiance" or just "unregulated anger"? And, what are the best prime deals? Explore these topics and many more with us. Our Sponsor Thanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here: TYS Speakers Connect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts: Chase Mielke - Instagram @chasemielke - Twitter @chasemielke - Email: chase@chasemielke.com Ming Shelby - Instagram @MingShelby - Twitter @_MingShelby_

About RexRex Hafer is a 20 year educator at Kalamazoo Central High School. He has taught AP US Government & Politics and AP Comparative Government & Politics for the past 15 years. As adviser for the National Honor Society he has been fortunate enough to ride the coattails of amazing students who have created and maintained the second largest food drive in Kalamazoo County and have become one of the strongest volunteer forces in Southwest Michigan. He was the 2023 recipient of the American Lawyer's Alliance Lillian B Jarvis Teacher of the Year award.For the greatest Constitution app with 4 stars and 80 reviews:Interactive Constitution Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

Learn more about Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence and Dr. Anna LembkeTime Stamps:2:00 - How to not get arrested when renting a car8:00 - What is dopamine?12:00 - The pain/pleasure seesaw17:00 - Pushing pain to boost pleasure20:00 - Designing learning for failure — and why that matters25:00 - Can teachers compete with the external dopamine sources?27:30 - Are cell phone policies happening? Are they working30:00 - 6 ways Teachers can be healthy dopamine dealers34:00 - Creating new habits Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

There's still time to join the Anxious Generation Book Study. Our prompts are always posted and the community is still sharing ideas. Register here: https://forms.gle/uBYFmYMib7gFL41X6 Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

There's ABSOLUTELY still time to join our book study! Request to join our private facebook group at the link below:Anxious Generation - Educator Happy Hour Book StudyRead Paige Tutt's Edutopia article on cell phone bans:https://www.edutopia.org/article/cell-phone-bans-schools-principals-weigh-in/ Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

There's ABSOLUTELY still time to join our book study! Request to join our private facebook group at the link below:Anxious Generation - Educator Happy Hour Book Study Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

About ChrissyChrissy Allison is the founder of Mindful Math Coach whose core purpose is to help schools increase student achievement in K-8 math. Since 2016, she's worked to answer the question: How can we support students with unfinished learning in math? A former teacher, instructional coach, and Director of Math Professional Learning, Chrissy has deep expertise about what it takes to shift teachers’ mindsets and instructional practices. She shares these unique insights and simple strategies through online workshops, 1-on-1 mentorship, and as host of The Mindful Math Podcast. Her goal? Improve students’ day-to-day experience in math class WHILE accelerating growth. A 'coach of coaches,' Chrissy is honored to work with principals, math coaches, and instructional leadership teams in this important work.Connect with ChrissyFB and Instagram: @mindfulmathcoach YouTube Channel: search Mindful Math Coach Podcast: The Mindful Math Podcasthttp://www.mindfulmathcoach.comLinks ReferencedFREE WEBINAR: 3 Math Improvement Mistakes You Don't Want to Make  www.achievethecore.org  Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

About Patti BruckiPatti Brucki (M.A., M.S.) has been an award winning high school teacher and coach on Chicago’s south side since 1990.  She comes from a family of 23 teachers and coaches.  As a teacher mentor and national professional developer for Quantum Learning Education she has learned, “where focus goes, energy flows.”  She’s been at the game long enough to watch genius talents leave legacies through followed footsteps AND unfortunately, she’s seen career ending unhealthy habits lead to sickness, imprisonment, and broken relationships. Patti and her husband have three children who each enjoyed careers in college athletics. EHH Summer Self-Growth Book Study!This summer, we're doing a book study on Jonathan Haidt's The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental IllnessMore info will be coming your way soon, so keep listening and follow us on social media to learn the details! Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

About CraigCraig Aarons-Martin, Founder & CEO of CCM Education Group, is an award-winning teacher & school leader with 20+ years of experience in urban education serving as a mentor, instructional coach, teacher developer, and professional learning facilitator. Craig also works with groups, individuals, and organizations to create bold and joyful solutions that amplify equity and belonging. Craig is also the co-host of SELinEDU, The Podcast.Find CraigTwitter: @CraigCMartin12LinkedIn: CraigCMartinWebsite: https://ccmeducationgroup.co/SELinEDU Podcast: https://www.resonanceed.com/SELinEDUPodcast About Our Hopeful-but-probably-not Sponsor PeePeeFace.com - Custom Urinal Screens Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

About KristinKristin Schmoke is a mother of 4, teacher, and parent coach.  She has lived and taught in 3 states, worked with kids for 25 years, and is passionate about helping adults find ease and connection in their relationships with children. Find her great work below!Social Media:@kristin.schmoke.parentingWebsite:www.kristinschmoke.com  Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

Studies Referenced:Study 1:https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/does_mind_wandering_make_you_unhappyStudy 2:https://www.amazon.com/Cultures-Growth-Transform-Individuals-Organizations/dp/1982172746Study 3:https://www.gse.harvard.edu/ideas/usable-knowledge/14/12/birds-feather#:~:text=In%20a%20recent%20blog%20post,research%20team%20surveyed%20315%20ninthStudy 4:https://www.chicagobooth.edu/review/deep-conversations-strangers-are-more-fulfilling-small-talkStudy 5:https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5f08d616d3bf7f0416418520/Supporting_teachers_through_the_school_workload_reduction_toolkit_March_2020.pdfStudy 6:https://danielcoyle.com/2013/12/13/the-simple-phrase-that-increases-effort-40/ Chase's ReignitED Virtual Cohort Launches April 1st! Here’s a video overview of the course:https://vimeo.com/913339091?utm_source=email&utm_medium=vimeo-comment_rcvd-2017&utm_campaign=To see a breakdown of the course lessons and to enroll as an individual, follow this link:https://reignited.thinkific.com/courses/ReignitEDWe’re offering discounts for groups (e.g. 10% off for 5 licenses, 15% for 10 licenses, etc.)  Go to ChaseMielke.com/VirtualCourse for more info.Here is a drafted letter to administrators requesting funding (for individuals or groups) 🙂:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1V6AiR55hASgyf5Kk-w_F6AAvZnoUoNPfDLAgcEGzDOo/editMichigan Educators -- Earn 6 SCECHS if you complete the lessons! Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

About Dr. Jim Van AllanDr. Jim Van Allan is the president of Energy Bus for Schools and best-selling author of the book, The Energy Bus for Schools. He speaks to schools and districts across the country on creating a positive school culture. Jim lives in Florida with his wife and three children.Website: EnergyBusForSchools.comSocial Media: @JimVanAllanBook Giveaway!We're giving away a copy of Jim's book, The Energy Bus for Schools! Here's how to win:Follow Chase @ChaseMielke on InstagramFind the Giveaway PostComment or DM with your best takeaway from this week's episodeTag a friend for a bonus entry.  Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

About Richard ReyesRichard Reyes is the founder and executive director of PLUS ME Project, a nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles that builds confidence in youth through personal storytelling. He is a social justice advocate who believes every story matters and has shared his narrative of becoming the first in his family to earn a college degree with over 150,000 students across the country. Richard earned his bachelor’s degree in Critical Theory & Social Justice from Occidental College and his master’s degree in Educational Foundations from California State University, Los Angeles. He currently serves as a board member for Mizzen Education and is actively involved in Occidental College’s Latino Alumni Association.Connect with Richard & PLUS ME:PLUS ME Project Website@thePLUSMEProjectRichard Reyes (LinkedIn) Help Us Help the PLUSME Project!Now until the end of February, Educator Happy Hour is matching up to $250 of donations to the PLUS ME Project! Here's how to help Richard and his team empower thousands of students:Follow this link: https://centeringstorytelling.funraise.org/Donate what you canSend us a screenshot of your donation (our contact links are below) and we'll match it. Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

About Taes LeavittTaes has spent the last 20 years creating television and stage content for children as half of the Award Winning children’s music duo, Splash’N Boots. As “Boots”, Taes has co-written and co-produced 13 original studio albums (over 150 songs), winning 2 Juno Awards and receiving 9 nominations for her work. She has also performed with the Wiggles and made an episode for Sesame Street. Her newest venture is The Big Heart Journey, a program that teaches kids science backed resiliency techniques, empowering them to understand and regulate their emotions.Connect with TaesBigHeartJourney.com@BigHeartJourneyBring Taes to Your School! Here's the article we referenced on Trigger Warnings:Thinking Harder About Trigger Warnings by Matthew R. Kay Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

If you enjoy this show, we invite you to do us a couple solids: Share it with an educator you know!Post a review wherever you're listening.Your support keeps the rounds coming!About Dr. Matthew WoodsDr. Matthew Woods has served for more than 12 years assisting students, educators, and schools in a variety of roles. His professional experience includes being a high school social studies teacher, a middle and high school assistant principal, middle school principal, director of student support services, an adjunct professor, and a field instructor for student-teachers. Additionally, Dr. Woods hosts an education podcast, Leading Out the Woods, and is an accomplished keynote speaker and educational consultant.Get more Dr. Woods in your life:Website: Leading Out the WoodsTikTok & Twitter: @woodfromawoodsLinkedIn: Matthew Woods, Ed.D.  Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

About Paul Emerich FrancePaul Emerich France (he/him) is a National Board Certified Teacher, instructional coach, keynote speaker, and adjunct professor with over a decade of experience in the classroom, teaching grades transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. He is the author of Reclaiming Personalized Learning: A Pedagogy for Restoring Equity and Humanity in Our Classrooms and Make Teaching Sustainable: Six Shifts Teachers Want and Students Need. His work is featured in Edutopia, EdSurge, ASCD’s Educational Leadership, and Learning Forward’s The Learning Professional. Recently, Paul has partnered with SXSW EDU, Jefferson County Public Schools, Hopkins Public Schools, ASCD, National Board, and Northwestern University to support teachers in making their classrooms more sustainable places to learn.Dive Deeper Into His Work:Website: http://www.maketeachingsustainable.orgTwitter: @SustainTeachingBook: Make Teaching Sustainable: Six Shifts That Teachers Want and Students Need GIVEAWAY!We're giving away Paul's book! Follow me on Instagram @ChaseMielke and respond to our giveway post, sharing your favorite insight from this episode.  Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_

About Tammy GlupkerTammy is a 25-year veteran of non-traditional education experiences and offers a unique perspective. She recently retired from being the principal of Renaissance High School in Plainwell, MI. There she also ecame the director of adult and community education. Tammy led Renaissance from a staff of 4 and student body of about 50 to a staff of 13 and a student body of about 200 in its heyday. Under her leadership, Renaissance was named School of the Year, awarded Best Program Component for their work in becoming Trauma Informed and she was named Educator of the Year. In the COVID craziness of the 20/21 school year, Tammy was assigned the leadership of her district's virtual learning elementary which consisted of 6 educators for more than 600 students. Tammy left the office in the 22/23 school year to try yet another non-traditional role within public education when she went on the road in what she describes as a self-created assignment to recover and keep students engaged who had lagging school connections due to the pandemic. She hit the big reset button in June of 2023 when she retired. Tammy currently serves on the board of the Michigan Alternative Education Organization and helps to prepare and support prospective educators while she looks for ways to become a pioneer of education reform. Our SponsorThanks as always to our sponsor, TYS Speakers. Check out the vetted list of top-tier speakers and PD leaders here:TYS SpeakersConnect with Your Educator Happy Hour Hosts:Chase MielkeInstagram @chasemielkeTwitter @chasemielkeEmail: chase@chasemielke.comMing ShelbyInstagram @MingShelbyTwitter @_MingShelby_