Is that back-to-school dread already creeping in? 😩 You're not alone—and you're definitely not doing anything wrong. In this episode, I share how you can balance true rest and a gentle reset before the new school year hits.

We’ll talk about what to do instead of pretending school doesn’t exist (because spoiler: that doesn’t actually help), and how to ease into August feeling grounded, inspired, and even—dare I say—excited. I’m also giving you a peek into a few of my own favorite summer rituals (hello, Air Supply concert + henna on the beach 🎶🌊), and how you can create your own.

Whether you’re fully vegging out or scrolling Pinterest in a panic—this episode will help you reset your mindset, take back control, and enter the next school year with more clarity and calm.

~Elizabeth

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Let’s be real—have you ever come home after school and just collapsed on the couch?

You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. You’re just getting burned out.

Let me share with you one of my own experiences with burnout—and why it led me to create something new: The Classroom Reset Challenge. This free, 2-day experience is for teachers who are ready for a real reset—not another strategy to pile on top of everything else.

This challenge isn’t about “self-care” clichés. It’s about practical, creative tools that make your classroom easier to manage—and your job more sustainable.

What can you expect?

• Two 1-hour live Zoom workshops (with replays!)
• The 3 strategies that reduce behavior issues and burnout
• Community support and shared experiences
• Door prizes, giveaways, and teacher-centered creativity to make it fun (because, summer)

🗓️ Happening July 22 & 23

💻 Can’t come live? No worries—replays will be available!

🎟️ But you must register to get access → TheInspiredClassroom.com/challenge

If you’re ready to feel good about teaching again, come join us. Let’s take the challenge—together. 💛

~Elizabeth

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In this episode, I’m diving into something we need to talk about—burnout. Real burnout. The kind that leaves you drained, dreading the school day, and wondering if this is what teaching is supposed to feel like.

But here's the truth: you can love teaching again. And in this episode, I’ll share the three classroom game-changers that can actually help eliminate that heavy burnout feeling—without adding more to your plate.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, uninspired, or just plain tired of the chaos, this is your reset moment. Let’s talk about how creating a caring classroom culture, using creative SEL strategies, and bringing the arts back into learning can restore calm and joy—for you and your students.

~Elizabeth

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66 | Frustrated with Student Behaviors? 3 Things That Will Actually Improve Your Classroom Climate

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Have you ever felt like you’ve tried everything to fix student behavior—but nothing seems to stick? The clip charts, the brain breaks, the calm-down corners... they help for a second, but the chaos keeps creeping in.

If you’re nodding your head, friend—this episode is for you.

Join me inside The Classroom Reset Challenge—a free, live 2-day workshop happening July 22 and 23. This isn’t your typical PD. Each day, we’ll meet for one hour—On the first day, I’m going to show you the three biggest contributors to improving student behavior, and on the second day we'll dive into how these can also help you eliminate teacher burnout.

Plus, we’ve got hands-on creative activities that are teacher-centered, connection with other caring educators, and yes... summer fun like door prizes, giveaways, and other fun surprises to make this something you’ll actually look forward to.

👉 Register now at TheInspiredClassroom.com/challenge – it’s totally free, but you must sign up to get access to the live workshops and replays!

~Elizabeth

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If behavior charts, clip systems, and pom-pom jars aren’t cutting it anymore, this episode is for you. I’m diving into why these strategies often fall short in today’s classrooms and what actually works to improve student behavior in real, lasting ways.

We’ll explore three powerful contributors to better behavior: building a caring classroom culture, supporting social-emotional learning, and engaging students through creativity and the arts.

These aren’t extra things to add to your plate—they’re practical shifts that make a huge impact (and bring back the joy of teaching!)

If you're ready to create a calmer, more connected classroom where your students and you can thrive, you’ll want to tune in.

~Elizabeth

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You’ll get live trainings, real strategies, and fun surprises along the way.

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I know what it’s like to sit through PD that leaves you with more eye-rolls than inspiration. (There. I said it!)

That’s what led me to create something new: The Classroom Reset Challenge. This free, 2-day experience is for teachers who are ready for a real reset.

This challenge isn’t about little hacks and “self-care” clichés. It’s about practical, creative tools that make your classroom easier to manage—and your job more sustainable.

What can you expect?

• Two 1-hour live Zoom workshops (with replays!)
• The 3 strategies that reduce behavior issues and burnout
• Community support and shared experiences
• Door prizes, giveaways, and teacher-centered creativity to make it fun (because, summer)

🗓️ Happening July 22 & 23

💻 Can’t come live? No worries—replays will be available!

🎟️ But you must register to get access → TheInspiredClassroom.com/challenge

If you’re ready to feel good about teaching again, come join us. Let’s take the challenge—together. 💛

~Elizabeth

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Let’s be real—so much of the PD we sit through leaves us feeling… uninspired. I’ve been there too, nodding along, taking notes, and wondering if any of it will actually stick.

In this episode, I’m sharing the 5 key questions you need to ask in order to figure out if the professional development you're signed up for is truly teacher-centered—and why that matters so much.

If you’re feeling tired of PD that talks at you instead of with you, this episode will help you take your power back and invest in something that fuels your passion for teaching.

~Elizabeth

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👉 Join me for the FREE Classroom Reset Challenge (July 22–23, 2025)

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Feeling torn between rest, reflection, and planning over summer break? In this episode, I share the reality behind what will work if you want a little of each. Rethinking what that looks like might be the key to recovering from burnout and walking into the fall feeling refreshed, not frazzled. I'll share own summer rhythms, give practical and personal ideas for creating a restorative routine, and share three powerful ways to reset your energy, creativity, and classroom culture—all without sacrificing your hard-earned break.

If you're tired of starting every school year already exhausted, this episode is your gentle invitation to try something new. You'll walk away with mindset shifts and realistic ideas to take control of your summer so it actually serves you—not just your classroom.

~Elizabeth

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🌟 The Classroom Reset Group Coaching Program – Join Elizabeth and a community of caring, creative teachers to reflect, realign, and reignite your joy in teaching.

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Ready to stop the burnout cycle? Visit theinspiredclassroom.com/reset to learn more about The Classroom Reset and join us before early bird enrollment closes on June 24, 2025!

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