A Serious Love for Learning with Dominic Helmstetter

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When he used “99 Problems” in a lesson about search and seizure last school year, some of Dominic Helmstetter’s ninth grade government students didn’t know who Jay-Z was until somebody mentioned that he was Beyonce’s husband — but he got plenty of emails filled with laughing emojis from appreciative parents. 

That’s just one example of how Helmstetter, a social studies teacher in Ohio, creates deeper relationships with anyone connected to his classroom as part of his dedication to creating learning environments that spark curiosity and prioritize belonging. 

In this episode filled with takeaways for teachers at any stage of their career, Helmstetter shares insights about building meaningful bonds, what technology teachers can use to enhance their classrooms from day one, and much, much more. 

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