//podcastplus.net/feed/save-the-teacher-podcast~8c436c89 Our Grassroots MISSION: to Preserve and Maximize the HEROES educating the children of the world to Empower and Remind teachers that they truely are "Super Teachers" to Inspire Teachers everyday to make teaching and learning a JOY! -------------- If you like the Save the Teacher! Podcast, please give us a Shout-Out and share it with a friend or colleague. Help us to Save the Teacher! Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:57:16 +0000 https://save-the-teacher.podomatic.com/enclosure/2008-05-10T11_20_24-07_00.mp3?_=1305610149.961637 Have you ever heard the story of the Monkey Experiment? In this episode Phyllis discusses how our education system can feel like this experiment.In the experiment a group of monkeys were placed in a room with a bunch of bananas on top a ladder. Whenever a monkey would go for the bananas they would get sprayed with cold water. After a while a new monkey was brought into the room. When he went for the bananas the other monkeys attacked him and pulled him down, protecting him from the cold water. One by one, an old monkey was replaced with a new monkey, and one by one they attacked the new monkeys and pulled them down, until only new monkeys were in the room, none having been sprayed with cold water. Then one more new monkey was added to the mix. As he enthusiastically went for the bananas all the other monkeys repeated what had been done to them, not knowing why they did but just that that’s what has always been done.Do you ever feel like a monkey? Phyllis also reflects on her experience in New Zealand when t... Sat, 10 May 2008 18:20:24 +0000 https://save-the-teacher.podomatic.com/enclosure/2008-05-10T11_20_24-07_00.mp3?_=1305610149.961637 https://save-the-teacher.podomatic.com/enclosure/2008-04-09T21_01_54-07_00.mp3 Phyllis responds to the news story of the Waycross, GA 3rd grade murder plot, which brings into question the role fear, parents and educators play in the classroom. Phyllis addresses the necessity of personalized education and the importance to not make excuses for kids, limiting their potential to change and grow.Phyllis also announces a job opening at her experiential private school in WA and how to apply. To apply go to: http://www.oasis-school.org Application deadline is April 15th but Oasis School will accept applications for waitlisted consideration post-deadline.You can now watch Phyllis’ 2008 ORA Conference Sessions on Phonemic Awareness and Oral Language at http://www.youtube.com/SaveTheTeacher or at http://www.save-the-teacher.com/video.html Thu, 10 Apr 2008 04:01:54 +0000 https://save-the-teacher.podomatic.com/enclosure/2008-04-09T21_01_54-07_00.mp3 https://save-the-teacher.podomatic.com/enclosure/2008-03-02T13_45_40-08_00.mp3?_=1305607964.958230 Phyllis and Becky reflect on their experience at the 2008 Oregon Reading Association Conference. Phyllis notes how in education and as a society we honor teachers that take risks but we pressure teachers to fit in a box and play it safe. Phyllis examines John Maxwell's book "Failing Forward," and how it applies to teachers, our classrooms and our future.Become a phenomenal teacher by taking risks and changing your perception of failure. Amazon.com Widgets Sun, 02 Mar 2008 21:45:40 +0000 https://save-the-teacher.podomatic.com/enclosure/2008-03-02T13_45_40-08_00.mp3?_=1305607964.958230 https://save-the-teacher.podomatic.com/enclosure/2008-01-27T21_01_07-08_00.mp3?_=1305607360.961638 Phyllis answers a listener’s question, “Are heroic teachers fearless?” In doing so Phyllis gives an example of fears she has had to overcome daily in her life and classroom. She explains how her learning disabilities contribute to her greatest fear; a fear many of us face, the fear of failing.In this episode, learn how Heroic Teachers respond to fear with the “4 Fs”. As well as how committed and not coerced, Professional Learning Communities, are an asset to create a support system of trust and to combat fear. Mon, 28 Jan 2008 05:01:07 +0000 https://save-the-teacher.podomatic.com/enclosure/2008-01-27T21_01_07-08_00.mp3?_=1305607360.961638 https://save-the-teacher.podomatic.com/enclosure/2007-11-17T11_46_52-08_00.mp3 Episode #5 - Todays heroes are teachers. Share yours!Phyllis expands on her Hero Teacher, Mrs. Fredrickson and how she influenced Phyllis' teaching style and discipline techniques. Phyllis gives practical strategies to modify student behavior in a positive manor. Phyllis wants to know about your heroes. She has set up a webpage so you can celebrate and honor your heroes. Write a teacher appreciation letter, upload a photo and share your inspiring stories. It's called the "Hero Initiative", tell us your story and them tell them. Go to : http://www.save-the-teacher.com/the-hero-initiative.html Sat, 17 Nov 2007 19:46:52 +0000 https://save-the-teacher.podomatic.com/enclosure/2007-11-17T11_46_52-08_00.mp3