Inspiration After the Bell

Karle Schmitt and Michelle Gooch
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The school day may be finished, but the ideas and inspiration keep going! Inspiration After the Bell brings you interviews with knowledgeable educators providing tips and practical strategies for your classroom. Plus, each episode features stories that are inspiring, funny, and heartwarming. Short and full of actionable ideas, this podcast is designed to spark ideas —because teaching not only happens between the bells, but also after the bell.

  1. That's a Wrap on 2025-2026

    May 26

    That's a Wrap on 2025-2026

    Want to hear what we are up to this summer? Take a listen, we have some good things happening.

    12 min
  2. Internet Safety/Tech Tips

    May 18

    Internet Safety/Tech Tips

    Join us in today's episode as we learn from our tech guy about cyber security and ways we can all stay safe. Podcast Ideas From Listeners YES! I'd love to be on your show Stories from the Classroom

    12 min
  3. One System. Every School.

    May 11

    One System. Every School.

    In this conversation, Chelsea, the APSCN user support coordinator, shares insights into her role in supporting school districts with e-school technology. She discusses her responsibilities, including training, troubleshooting, and assisting with state reporting cycles. The conversation highlights the impact of her work on classrooms and teachers, emphasizing the importance of utilizing e-school tools for instructional decisions. Podcast Ideas From Listeners YES! I'd love to be on your show Stories from the Classroom

    7 min
  4. Honoring Teachers!

    May 4

    Honoring Teachers!

    Get ready for stories, shout-outs, and big wins! In this episode, hear from students and administrators across our incredible districts and universities. Grab a friend, play along with our trivia game, and claim your bragging rights!

    10 min
  5. From Classroom to Community: Building Healthy Schools Together

    Apr 27

    From Classroom to Community: Building Healthy Schools Together

    In this episode, we explore how health education connects to whole-school wellness. Our guest shares how she brings public health topics into the classroom to help create healthier learning environments for students and staff. She also offers insight into how educators can prioritize their own well-being so they can show up as the best version of themselves. Podcast Ideas From Listeners Stories from the Classroom- YES! I'd love to be on your show.- Meggi Augustosky- meggi.augustosky@arkansas.gov

    9 min
  6. Adding up to Confidence

    Apr 20

    Adding up to Confidence

    We sit down with Lydia Knolls, our Math Specialist, to explore how she supports teachers, builds math confidence, and shares impactful instructional strategies. lydia.knoll@nwaesc.org Podcast Ideas From Listeners YES! I'd love to be on your show. Stories from the Classroom

    20 min
  7. Path to Retirement

    Apr 13

    Path to Retirement

    Whether you have taught for one year or 30 years, it's never to early learn about retirement. Join us as we discuss teacher retirement in Arkansas. Podcast Ideas From Listeners Stories from the Classroom YES! I'd love to be on your show.- kellyh@artrs.gov ATRS Little Rock office at 501-682-1517- Speak to a Retirement counselor ATRS director, Mark White, and our Director of Outreach and Engagement, Anne Marie Berardi- to inquire about speaking to your school

    7 min
  8. Fueled by Texts, Talk, and Teacher Collaboration

    Apr 6

    Fueled by Texts, Talk, and Teacher Collaboration

    In this conversation, Hannah Mhoon, a K-12 Literacy Specialist at Pea Ridge Schools, shares her journey into education, her daily responsibilities, effective literacy strategies, and the importance of supporting teachers and students. She emphasizes the need for collaboration, the use of data to inform teaching, and the significance of engaging students with texts. Hannah also discusses valuable resources for teachers and highlights success stories from her district, showcasing the positive impact of targeted literacy support. Podcast Ideas From Listeners YES! I'd love to be on your show Stories from the Classroom Contact Hannah: hannah.mhoon@pearidgek12.com AR ELA Standards Side-by-Side Arkansas Rigour for Standards- ALD's The ARTeacher Fellowship Pro Northwest Arkansas Writing Project State Supported: The Writing Revolution

    18 min
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The school day may be finished, but the ideas and inspiration keep going! Inspiration After the Bell brings you interviews with knowledgeable educators providing tips and practical strategies for your classroom. Plus, each episode features stories that are inspiring, funny, and heartwarming. Short and full of actionable ideas, this podcast is designed to spark ideas —because teaching not only happens between the bells, but also after the bell.

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  • Creator
    Karle Schmitt and Michelle Gooch
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Karle Schmitt and Michelle Gooch
  • Show Website
    Inspiration After the Bell