This Week in Class

Auteur(s): Michaé E. Allen
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  • Résumé

  • **Welcome to "This Week In Class" ** I’m Michaé, a first-year 2nd grade teacher on a journey to discover what it really takes to thrive in the classroom. In this podcast, I’ll be documenting the highs, lows, and everything in between as I navigate my first year of teaching. Each week, I’ll share personal stories, lessons learned, classroom strategies, and a behind-the-scenes look at my experiences working with 2nd graders. From figuring out lesson planning and classroom management to handling those unexpected curveballs that come with teaching, you’ll hear all about what it's like being a brand new teacher.

    But this podcast isn’t just about me—it’s about us as teachers! Each episode, I’ll leave you with a question or challenge that I’m working through, and I invite you to share your thoughts, advice, and experiences. Whether you're a new teacher yourself or a seasoned educator, I want to learn from you. Together, we can build a supportive and open community where we help each other grow, laugh at the little things, and celebrate our wins, no matter how small.

    So if you’re a new teacher looking for some real talk, or an experienced educator reminiscing about your early teaching years, tune in each week to join the conversation. Let's share ideas, learn from each other, and make this teaching journey a little bit easier—and a lot more fun!

    **Don't forget to follow and rate the show, and join the community of teachers who are learning and growing together!**

    If you want to be part of my class, my Amazon wish list is here
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  • TWIC - Week 10 - Fieldtrip!!

    TWIC - Week 10 - Fieldtrip!!
    Feb 27 2025
    This Week in Class: Week 10 - Field Trip!!!

    This week in class,
    • I learned the difference between a teacher workday and a professional development day (PDD)

    • figured out a better way to use the paper cutter

    • and went on my first field trip as a new teacher with my students!


    The PDD training emphasized the importance of building relationships with students—because if they don’t connect with you, they won’t want to learn from you. I also had a small victory in office supplies when I discovered the secret to using the paper cutter properly!

    The field trip was an adventure—imagine taking a group of second graders to a nature park where they have to be quiet. Spoiler: We didn’t see many animals! But they did get hands-on with a snake, a turtle, and a baby alligator. Plus, I got some great pictures to share with parents.

    This week also had me rethinking my classroom economy—should I shift from treasure box prizes to experience-based rewards? And I was reminded that if I want more positive behavior, I need to reinforce it intentionally. What are your go-to positive reinforcements? Let me know in the comments!

    For those who want to support my classroom, check out the Amazon Wishlist or DM to adopt a classroom. Let’s make learning amazing together!
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    20 min
  • TWIC - Week 9 - Florida Snow Days

    TWIC - Week 9 - Florida Snow Days
    Feb 27 2025
    This Week in Class: Week 9 - Florida Snow Days

    This Week in Class, I learned about:
    • getting help I don’t need as a new teacher

    • playing “teacher whack-a-mole” with student screens

    • the struggle of getting things home and back to school.


    With the hurricane cutting our school week down to just two days, things felt even more chaotic. As a first year teacher, figuring out when to accept (or redirect) help, to using GoGuardian to keep students on task, this week was all about balance. I even discovered that sometimes, kids will eventually just give up and do what they're supposed to do—if you make it hard enough to be off-task!

    I reflected on life’s deeper lessons too—like how asking for help is a skill in itself. Sometimes, you need to know what you need before you can even ask for it.

    Listen to hear more insights, tips, and a challenge: How do you handle getting help when you don’t know what you need? Let me know in the comments!

    For those who want to support my classroom, check out the Amazon Wishlist or DM to adopt a classroom. Let’s make learning amazing together!
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    21 min
  • TWIC - Week 8 - The Power of the Stamp

    TWIC - Week 8 - The Power of the Stamp
    Feb 2 2025
    This Week in Class: Week 8 - The Power of the Stamp

    This week in class, I learned about
    • the power of parent conferences
    • the power of the stamp
    • the power of strategic printing!
    As a first-year teacher, I wasn’t sure what to expect going into my first parent conference, but I quickly realized that my ability to connect with people helped set the tone. I also discovered how much insight parents can provide about their children—sometimes, the smallest details make a big difference in the classroom.

    Speaking of small details, who knew that something as simple as a stamp could completely change student engagement? My second graders are all about earning their stamps—so much so that they’re even picking their favorites! And while managing a classroom economy is one thing, managing a school printer is another. Let’s just say I’ve learned some new strategies for getting my copies done without wasting time (or paper).

    Beyond teaching, I also had my first telehealth experience—quick, easy, and no waiting rooms! But back to the classroom: What’s one thing you wish teachers knew about your child during parent conferences? Or if you’ve had a memorable conference, good or bad, I’d love to hear about it! Drop your thoughts in the comments.

    If you want to support my classroom, check out the Amazon Wishlist or DM me to adopt a classroom. Let’s make learning amazing together!
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    19 min

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