Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy Educators
Dive into the world of education and straight talk with Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez! As a former high school teacher and now an Instructional Specialist at St. Lucie Public Schools, Dr. Benner-Ordoñez is dedicated to creating dynamic and engaging professional learning systems via different modalities to place educators in the driving seat of their learning journey. Her passion lies in offering busy educators a variety of choices that incorporate best practices in andragogy and well-being, all aimed at boosting self-efficacy. Join us for insightful discussions on pedagogy, teaching and learning practices, behavior management, special topics, and much more! Gain access to educational experts who share practical ideas and resources to enhance your teaching practice, and stay updated with the latest research and trends in education. Tune in during your commute or lunch break and discover just how much fun learning can be!
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Setting a solid foundation is key in this energizing kickoff to the school year. In this episode, Behavior Specialist Caroline Redding brings practical wisdom and real-world strategies to help teachers turn their classroom vision into reality. Whether it's building a community of respect, setting clear expectations, or simply trying to get you...
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🎙️ Season Premiere: Level Up Your Professional Learning
Welcome to a brand-new season of the podcast where we dive into power moves that elevate your professional learning journey! This season kicks off with a dynamic conversation with instructional specialist Kim Wadsworth exploring how educators can take intentional steps to grow, lead, and ...
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Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez in the latest episode of the Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy Educators. In this episode of Math Matters, we dive into the power of mathematics in education with former Curriculum Specialist and now Assistant Principal Courtney Ballantine. From fostering a growth mindset to making math more engaging and meaningful, C...
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Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez in the latest episode of the Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy Educators. In this episode, I sit down with a dynamic principal, Ebony Jarrett to explore powerful ways school leaders can uplift, inspire, and support teachers in building self-efficacy and flourishing in their profession. From fostering a culture of conf...
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Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez in the latest episode of the Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy Educators. Special thanks to Renae in Australia for writing in to suggest the area of focus for this episode. Listen to a compelling conversation with Didi Johnson, Coordinator of Quality Instruction at St. Lucie Public Schools. Didi oversees the Talent De...
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Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez in the latest episode of StraightChalk podcast for busy educators where she gets to chat with Rylan Jay, 3rd grade teacher & recently awarded Outstanding First Year Teacher of the Year in St. Lucie Public Schools. Listen to Rylan share about her experiences as a new teacher & what it was like to be nominated ...
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Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez in the latest episode of Straight Chalk podcast for busy educators where she gets to chat with Anna Babcock & Renee Hawkins, K-5th grade teachers in St. Lucie Public Schools about Learning Expeditions a brand new differentiated professional learning initiative that promotes authentic and embedded learning experie...
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Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez in the latest episode of StraightChalk: Podcast for Busy Educators where she gets to chat with Mark Dionisio, District Wellness Manager in St. Lucie Public Schools about building resilience and empowering wellness for personal and professional success over the holidays & beyond. Mark's background and expert...
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Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez inthe latest episode of StraightChalk podcast for busy educators where she gets to chat with Zulay Garcia, District Curriculum Specialist and explore, “Gratitude in action and highlighting community partnerships that inspire.” Being November here in the United States, we come together to give thanks and enjoy time ov...
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Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez, in the latest episode of the Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy Educators where she gets to chat with Laurie Boyer, Technology Specialist in St. Lucie Public Schools. Laurie supports both instructional and non-instructional staff to expand their technology knowledge and skills. Don’t miss out on the latest podcast epi...
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Welcome to the StraightChalk: Podcast for Busy Educators! I'm Belinda Benner-Ordoñez an instructional specialist in SLPS. In this month's episode, we are focusing on setting the stage for a high-functioning classroom through successful behavior management practices to create the behaviors we seek! And to do this, we have the wonderful and...
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Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez in the first episode of Season 2 of "Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy Educators," where she engages in an insightful conversation with Julie Moore, an Instructional Specialist in St. Lucie Public Schools. A former elementary school teacher, Julie specializes in empowering instructional staff by enhancing th...
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Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez, in the latest episode of the Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy Educators where she gets to chat with Angelia Thomas, Instructional Specialist in St. Lucie Public Schools. Angelia supports instructional staff in growing their pedagogy knowledge and skills, behavior management practices, and effective classroom strateg...
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Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez in the latest episode of the Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy Educators where she gets to chat with Julia Hilburn, technology Instructional Specialist in St. Lucie Public Schools. Julia supports both instructional and non-instructional staff in growing their technology knowledge and skills. Don’t miss out on the la...
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Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez, in the latest episode of the Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy Educators where she gets to continue the conversation with new St. Lucie Public Schools teacher Sandra Tucker. Don’t miss out on the final episode in the “New Teacher Diaries’ series to hear Sandra respond to questions and explore topics sent in by other ...
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Join Belinda Benner-Ordoñez, in the latest episode of the Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy Educators where she gets to continue the conversation with new St. Lucie Public Schools teacher Sandra Tucker. Don’t miss out on the latest in the “New Teacher Diaries’ series to hear Sandra share how she has cultivated her own growth mindset throughout the y...
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Join Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez, Instructional Specialist in St. Lucie Public Schools as she continues the conversation with new 3rd-grade teacher Sandra Tucker in the latest episode of the 'New Teacher Diaries' special series. Listen to Sandra share her thoughts about individual, classroom, and school-wide practices for developing focus...
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Join Belinda Benner-Ordoñez, instructional specialist in St. Lucie Public Schools as she continues the conversation with new 3rd-grade teacher Sandra Tucker in the latest episode of the 'New Teacher Diaries' special series. Listen to Sandra share her thoughts and suggestions for making the most of the time we have and utilizing time mana...
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Join Belinda Benner-Ordoñez, instructional specialist as she continues the conversation within the 'New Teacher Diaries' series with new SLPS 3rd grade teacher Sandra Tucker. Listen to Sandra share her thoughts and strategies for building relationships with students and how to include family members in creating a successful classroom com...
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Join Belinda Benner-Ordoñez, instructional specialist as she kicks off a new series called 'New Teacher Diaries' with guest speaker Sandra Tucker, 3rd Grade teacher. Get a glimpse into the day-to-day, the highs, and lows of one of our very own new teachers as she shares her journey with us as well as tips each month on how to stay positiv...
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