19 episodes

Where psychology and pedagogy come to play! Join Melanie and Melissa as they engage in real conversations about the latest topics in education. Here is to a journey of laughter and tears. Cheers!

Teacher Sauce Melanie & Melissa

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Where psychology and pedagogy come to play! Join Melanie and Melissa as they engage in real conversations about the latest topics in education. Here is to a journey of laughter and tears. Cheers!

    Classroom Management...It is never too late!

    Classroom Management...It is never too late!

    Today we talk about the dreaded topic of classroom management! Welcome our guest, 4th grade teacher, Jen Smola as she lays out her approach to creating student buy in, while building a classroom community that is conducive for all learners. New year means a new you. It's never too late to build the classroom you have always wanted!All resources can be found on https://awakeandaccelerate.com/

    • 1 hr 10 min
    Ugh...Can I like all kids all the time?

    Ugh...Can I like all kids all the time?

    You know as a teacher sometimes it is hard to like ALL kids ALL the time. This episode is a raw, real conversation about those struggles and what strategies we can use to keep from losing our cool. Join us with our colleague, special educator Kelly Gron as she shares her journey, frustrations, and insight. Pour something and prepare for laughs!awakeandaccelerate.com

    • 59 min
    Are you an insecure teacher?

    Are you an insecure teacher?

    Welcome to season 4 unleashed. Every educator has to tackle their own insecurities. Melanie and Melissa discuss how their insecurity has impacted them, the traps people can fall into, and how to grant ourselves grace. https://awakeandaccelerate.com/

    • 34 min
    Summer Sauce: Round Table Girls Night

    Summer Sauce: Round Table Girls Night

    Take a break from learning, pour a beverage of choice, and relax. This week we celebrate the end of a difficult school year! Join Melanie as she gathers her closest colleagues to discuss embarrassing memories and memorable life lessons. #TeacherLifeResources can be found on awakeandaccelerate.comMusic: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

    • 58 min
    Mindfulness Matters

    Mindfulness Matters

    This week Melanie and Melissa explore the benefits of mindfulness both personally and within our classrooms. They share their journeys along with a variety of resources that can offer personal and professional growth. So take a deep breath, lower your shoulders, and enjoy the present moment on Teacher Sauce. Resources also be found on awakeandaccelerate.com.https://awakeandaccelerate.files.wordpress.com/2021/04/mindfulness-resource-center.pdf Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - htt...

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Conquering Grading

    Conquering Grading

    Melanie and Melissa discuss the hurdles of making grading valid, non-biased, and meaningful for our students and families. Join us as we discuss how to attempt to make the most of our precious time while providing students the valuable feedback they require.Find associated resources at https://awakeandaccelerate.com/Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comMusic: Later Alligator by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

    • 1 hr

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