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Episode 106: From High-Frequency to High-Impact

Teaching La Vida Loca ·

2026/10/06

Send me a message! I've been so excited to share about what I've been doing with my 8th graders! I hope you enjoy this episode! Links mentioned in this episode: Episode 105 ALL about PRAISE!Historic New Orleans Collection* - The Trail They Blazed Sooth Research ToolMy Interview on the "That Teacher Next Door Podcast" with Helena Hains*I misnamed the Historic New Orleans Collection in the episode, not the exhibit itself but the non-profit. It is FANTASTIC and if you ever visit...

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Episode 105: The Power of Praise

Teaching La Vida Loca ·

2026/09/29

Send me a message! I am SO excited to bring you this episode because PRAISE is such an INCREDIBLY important piece to cultivating a classroom culture where students USE the target language in my World Language Classroom! Here are the links mentioned in this episode: Episodes 22, 23, 24 on Cultivating A Culture of Risk TakingRejoinders for your Walls! Spanish, French, EnglishTrashquetbol blogClass points BlogFiestas blogI was observed podcastPositive Phone Calls Home BlogPositive Phone Ca...

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25:48

Episode 104: I was observed- Here's what she said!

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2026/09/15

Send me a message! Here are the links mentioned in this episode: Splat (I used to call it squirt! ha!) Research- Effective Classroom Management at the beginning of the School Year Classroom Jobs Course Classroom Jobs Blog Classroom Jobs Podcast - My FAVE Jobs La Familia Loca PLC Waitlist Let's Connect! My Blog My YouTube My Instagram My Website My TPT store Join La Familia Loca PLC

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Episode 103: It takes TWO to make Parent Night Chic

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2026/09/02

Send me a message! Shay and I had a BLAST recording this... can you tell!? Alsoooo yes, it did take TWO takes... le sigh... an extra tidbit from Shay! <3 and Dolly.... Here's a REALLY old blog you can read about Parent's Night too! Let's Connect! My Blog My YouTube My Instagram My Website My TPT store Join La Familia Loca PLC

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27:36

Episode 102: Nervous Nelly to Decisive Denise- How...

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2026/08/25

Send me a message! You are going to LOVE Denise's story. How many of these things resonate with you!? If you're ready to reclaim YOUR time, YOUR energy, and YOUR peace, we invite you to join us in La Familia Loca PLC! Let's Connect! My Blog My YouTube My Instagram My Website My TPT store Join La Familia Loca PLC

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29:02

Episode 101: Finding your Footing- Navigating...

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2026/08/18

Send me a message! First and foremost, YOU'VE GOT THIS! Remember who you are! :) Second, listen in! I've got some tips and tricks for you to navigate the transition you're facing, whether it is returning after a leave from the classroom, or you're starting at a brand new school! Don't forget to save your seat for my upcoming workshop: 5 Strategies for Building Community that Lasts! I look forward to seeing you there! Register now to save your seat for this workshop and get the simple ro...

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27:25

Episode 100: Answering Your Biggest Back-to-School &...

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2026/08/11

Send me a message! 100 EPISODES! WILD! YAYAYYY!!!! I decided to answer ALL the burning questions I've received the past week related to all things back to school and Comprehensible Input or Acquisition Driven Instruction! Join me for my FREE workshop 5 Simple Strategies for Building Classroom Community that lasts on August 20th at 6pm CST or August 23rd at 2pm CST! Click here to save your seat! Links mentioned in this episode: Norming your class WITH your students - Re...

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21:44

Episode 99: The Writing Game that STOLE the show at...

Teaching La Vida Loca ·

2026/08/04

Send me a message! This year's conference was AMAZING! I am so grateful for each and every Familia member who presented and shared their genius! I am ALSO grateful for every member who showed up, listened, learned, contributed, and grew with me and our community! If you want access to these recordings, jump on our waitlist! We would LOVE to support you this year! Links mentioned: Blog for folx who love Clip Chat Join the waitlist for La Familia Loca PLC Join the Waitlist for La Famili...

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Episode 98: Want More Joy in Class? Start With These...

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2026/07/28

Send me a message! I am SO excited to share these Brain Breaks with you today! They were my students top 5 Brain Breaks from last year! I was inspired by Kate Walker's upcoming session for La Familia Loca PLC for our Summer Conference! If you're seeking more JOY for you and your students plus unparalleled support and coaching, get on our waitlist! I would LOVE to be your cheerleader this year! Links mentioned in this episode: La Familia Loca PLC Fourth Annual Summer Conference Zip Zap Z...

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Episode 97: From Colombia to the Classroom - My three...

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2026/07/20

Send me a message! ¡Hola! Thanks for listening! I can't wait to share my three greatest takeaways from one week in Colombia with you! I'm sharing exactly how these takeaways apply to the classroom too! Links mentioned: Blog: Unpacking Experiencia Colombia Ode to Ben Tinsley Podcast episode LFL 4th Annual Summer Conference Taller Experiencia Colombia Join La Familia Loca PLC Letter to request funding Join the Waitlist for La Familia Loca PLC and unlock your most JOYFUL year yet! Let's Co...

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Episode 96: ALL things SUMMER

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2026/06/23

Send me a message! So happy you're here! In this episode I share summer learning opportunities as well as what I've been doing so far this June!! You'll hear what I'm reading, watching, and playing with my kids in Mommy Summer Camp! Here are the links mentioned in the episode: Morning Routine Episode Ode to Ben Tinsley Episode Summer learning Opportunities: Ben Tinsley's Summer Institute: French Class for Spanish Teachers (COUPON: LOCA for 15% off weekly French classes + debrief for la...

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33:48

Episode 95: Valentina's Greatest Aventura yet!

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2026/03/04

Send me a message! I feel so grateful for this woman and how dedicated she is to supporting educators! She pours her heart and soul in to Aventuras and I cannot WAIT for her to share it with you! Thanks for listening in! Link to Valentina's recent Insta Post that we mentioned Link to Valentina's HFW posters Check out Aventuras in Learning! - this is my affiliate link I truly believe you'll love it! Join me for a workshop this Sunday, March 8th called Language in Motion! In this workshop I w...

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42:38

Episode 94: I'm BACK! and so is Riana! - an interview...

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2026/02/24

Send me a message! Podcast about deciding where and how to apply for jobs. Job Search with JOY - workbook Honoring the Unexpected Path- Blog about my year outside of the classroom with my darling baby The original podcast with Riana about my choice to quit to spend a year at home with my baby Reach out to work with Riana! Email her!- rhensel@spes.org Let's Connect! My Blog My YouTube My Instagram My Website My TPT store Join La Familia Loca PLC

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48:41

Episode 93: Seeing Every Student: Intentional...

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2026/02/17

Send me a message! I am so grateful for Emily joining me for this podcast! I hope you'll check out her sequel to the beloved "Edi el Elefante"! The links for both books is below! Links mentioned in this episode: Emily Ibrahim Edi el Elefante Edi el amigo - color Edi el amigo - B&W Hannah Sullivan Let's Connect! My Blog My YouTube My Instagram My Website My TPT store Join La Familia Loca PLC

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49:36

Episode 92: HYPE Squad with Carolyn Deas and Kelsey...

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2026/02/10

Send me a message! Happy International week of Random Acts of KINDNESS! I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to interview these incredible women about what they're doing at their school to cultivate a culture of kindness which in turn is creating a huge shift in the sense of community at their school! Wait til you hear all of these ideas! I hope you enjoy as much as I did! I REALLY loved chatting with them and I feel like even after 45 minutes they still had more ideas to share! ...

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30:37

Episode 91: Un sueño cumplido

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2025/10/22

Send me a message! I hope you'll consider joining us! Click the links below to connect with Meg, Craig, y taller experiencia Colombia! Links: Sign Up for Emails Facebook Experiencia Colombia Instagram Experiencia Colombia Our Website: Registration and Information What´s Included and what´s NOT Let's Connect! My Blog My YouTube My Instagram My Website My TPT store Join La Familia Loca PLC

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24:57

Episode 89: Your mindset, YOUR choice... it is up to...

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2025/09/03

Send me a message! What will YOU choose this school year?! Links mentioned: Mindset Hacks PDF La Familia Loca PLC Letter to request funding Connect with Cäcilia Wyman Conference in the Cloud BOOSTER DAY Join us in the clouds for one incredibly impactful day of PD and learn from internationally recognized coaches, mentors, teachers, and presenters from around the world! Use the code LOCA for $10 off! Click here to save your spot! Let's Connect! My Blog My YouTube My Instagram My W...

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Episode 88: Shift what SUCKS- Make it work for YOU!

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2025/08/26

Send me a message! I am learning to shift the things that feel routine, monotonous or down right sucky... This particular shift was AMAZING, energizing and OH so engaging! Thanks for joining me! Links mentioned: Classroom Jobs BlogClassroom Jobs PodcastClassroom Jobs Course with John SifertCalm and Connected, Classroom-Ready Start FREE workshop!On August 31st, I’m hosting a free live workshop called: ‘5 Strategies for a Calm, Connected, and Classroom-Ready Start (That Won’t Add to Your To-Do ...

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30:29

Episode 87: What I Focused On My First Week Back (and...

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2025/08/17

Send me a message! I am bAAAAACCCKkkk!!!! New School. New kids. New Year. New Systems. New Names. SAME overwhelm times 1000000. I want to share with you what I did (and didn't) do my first week back to school this year! Stay tuned to hear about a free workshop I'm offering to kick off the school year! Links and people mentioned in this episode: Establishing my Non-Negotiables for interviewsFirst Day of School Activity (AMAZING)Hannah Sullivan Norming your class with your stud...

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53:46

Episode 86: Whose Idea Was It Anyway?- A...

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2025/07/18

Send me a message! Perhaps the most important podcast I've recorded to date, listen into this conversation I had with Profe Morgan Bennett, about the importance of ending Beg, Borrow, Steal culture, and instead shift to one of "Ask, Acknowledge, Appreciate". To connect with Morgan, follow her on Instagram at: @Profe_Bennett Let's Connect! My Blog My YouTube My Instagram My Website My TPT store Join La Familia Loca PLC

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