{"id":134,"date":"2024-08-16T08:23:36","date_gmt":"2024-08-16T14:23:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teacherfanclub.com\/?p=134"},"modified":"2024-08-23T15:29:00","modified_gmt":"2024-08-23T21:29:00","slug":"23-the-science-practice-of-everyday-awe-with-dr-dacher-keltner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teacherfanclub.com\/?p=134","title":{"rendered":"26. Up Your ‘Back-to-School’ Game with Michelle Young"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Hey TFC Listener! Until August 30, you can contribute to Project GIVE BACKpacks<\/a><\/em> with The Michelle Young Foundation!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Michelle Young – inspiring educator, TV personality, speaker, and founder of The Michelle Young Foundation<\/a> – shares her stories of teaching, television, and transitions in this special Back to School TFC episode! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While managing the demands classroom teaching, Michelle took an exciting opportunity and represented educators with thoughtfulness and compassion as the star of season 18 of The Bachelorette<\/a><\/strong>. Prior to teaching, Michelle made a name for herself as a Division I basketball player; she now shares this passion by partnering with school districts to provide an after-school program called “Homework and Hoops.” <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this episode, Michelle shares the importance of prioritizing well-being during major transitions (ranging from the classroom to TV, and from summer to school!), and practical strategies for easing the shift from summer-mode to school-mode. Relatable tip for all teachers – new stationery helps! Michelle shares her own strategies for recharging and routines for getting “back in the game.” <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Michelle and Dana explore Jane Dutton’s research and important message from her TFC episode<\/a>: First. Moments. Matter. Michelle discusses her go-to practices for acing those first days back and creating a strong sense of community in the classroom. Michelle shares her inspiration for starting The Michelle Young Foundation, which offers customized scholarships, educator partnerships, and distinctive programming so underserved students can access growth opportunities. Her Foundation values community, educators, opportunity, inclusion, and accessibility.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond “Back to School” – this candid conversation also explores the identity dynamics at play when you’re a teacher – from the pressure and responsibility to be “on” and serve as a role model, to staying in the profession even when you may be ready for new horizons. Whether you’re a fan of Michelle from her time on The Bachelorette<\/a>, or a new fan of her inspiring Foundation, you will enjoy listening to her stories and wisdom on navigating life and transitions as an educator. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Once an educator, always an educator”<\/em><\/strong> – Michelle Young, TFC Episode 26<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Messages in Episode 26:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n