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This Teacher Life

This Teacher Life

Written by: Monica Genta
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A weekly podcast for teachers full of tips and tricks, stories and strategies, celebrations and struggles, all from the real life we are living every day. Welcome to This Teacher Life with Monica Genta.© 2026 Monica Genta Education Self-Help Success
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  • The 1 Simple, Silly Community Event Your School Needs to Host ASAP (It's SO Much Fun)
    Feb 15 2026

    Looking for a fresh, nearly free, low-stress way to bring your school community together?

    In this fun-filled episode of This Teacher Life, we share a wildly simple and ridiculously entertaining event your staff and students will love: a school-friendly remix of Name That Tune!

    We’ll break down how to organize it, creative twists to keep everyone laughing, and why a little silliness might be exactly what your school culture needs right now.

    Whether you’re a teacher, principal, or just the unofficial morale booster on campus, this episode is packed with practical ideas to turn music and memories into community magic!

    Episode Notes:

    TONS of Ideas in the Course-180 Days of Awesome Relationships! Enroll Here:

    monicagenta.com/courses

    Get 180 FULL SEL Lessons for Your Classroom:

    monicagenta.com/180SEL

    Wanting AWESOME PD for Your Whole School?

    monicagenta.com/PD

    Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

    http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

    Connect with Monica on social media:

    Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/

    TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed

    Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd

    Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

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    29 mins
  • How Students Can Go to College Or University For FREE?! Helpful Hacks for Scholarship Success
    Feb 8 2026

    College doesn’t have to come with a lifetime of debt—and this will prove it.

    In this week’s episode of This Teacher Life we break down real, practical strategies students can use to drastically reduce—or completely eliminate—the cost of higher education.

    From finding hidden scholarships most people overlook to crafting winning applications that stand out, this episode is packed with actionable tips for students and parents alike.

    You’ll learn:

    • Where to find legitimate, under-the-radar scholarships

    • How to position yourself as a strong candidate (even without perfect grades)

    • Common scholarship mistakes that cost students thousands

    • Simple habits that can increase your chances of winning money for school

    Whether you are a teacher who has kids, a high school teacher, or know a teenager, this will help plan their future.

    Press play and start turning scholarships into your tuition strategy.

    Episode Notes:

    Get 180 FULL SEL Lessons to Help Your Students With Real Life Skills:

    monicagenta.com/180SEL

    Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

    monicagenta.com/freebook

    Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let’s Connect:

    monicagenta.com/PD

    Connect with Monica on social media:

    Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/

    TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed

    Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd

    Twiiter: twitter.com/

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    42 mins
  • 3 Powerful Teaching Ideas that Will Engage 100% of Our Students (AND Take No Extra Time... Seriously)
    Feb 1 2026

    What if engaging every student didn’t require longer lesson plans, fancy tools, or extra prep time?

    In this week’s episode of This Teacher Life, we share three powerful, classroom-tested teaching ideas that boost student engagement to near 100%—without adding a single minute to your day.

    These strategies work seamlessly within the lessons you’re already teaching and are designed to reach all learners, including those who are typically quiet, disengaged, or overwhelmed.

    You’ll walk away with:

    • Simple shifts that immediately increase participation

    • Engagement strategies that work across grade levels and subjects

    • Practical ideas you can implement tomorrow—no prep required

    If you’re feeling stretched thin but still want your students leaning in, thinking deeply, and participating fully, this episode is for you.

    Episode Notes:

    Check out the Game Changer Course Filled with TONS of Classroom Management & Engagement Ideas:

    monicagenta.com/courses

    Wanting AWESOME PD for Your Whole School?

    monicagenta.com/PD

    Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here:

    http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta

    Connect with Monica on social media:

    Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/

    TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed

    Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd

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    26 mins
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