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In today's episode, we discuss Pav's incredible journey of life in three parts: career, wellness, and introspective. This show is amazingly inspiring. You don't want to miss this! In This Episode, We Discuss: "The only constant is change." "Life IS the journey." Becoming aware The power of boundaries Connect with Pav: Twitter: @Staffpodcast @PavWander @TheDriveVoicEd Podcast: The Staff Room Podcast More About Pav Pawan (Pav) Wander is an elementary school teacher with 15 years of experience hailing from Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada. Currently, she is teaching a Grade 6/7 split class, integrated with the Home School Program. Pav gratefully teaches in the same neighborhood where she grew up and went to school, and has thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to be able to work with students in such a familiar community.  Pav loves to teach Science and Math and enjoys combining the two subjects into extracurricular activities that she leads with students. Pav has run programs in Robotics, Engineering, and Coding at the schools where she has taught and has loved watching students, especially females, thrive in areas of STEM.  Thriving on listening to books and researching new pedagogies and themes in education, Pav loves learning about new ways of reaching and engaging with students, especially surrounding areas of podcasting, audio, and video editing, as these are areas she is new too!  Pav has an Honours degree in Kinesiology and Health Science from York University in Toronto and completed her teaching certification from D'Youville College in Buffalo, New York. Fitness and athletics have always been important to Pav, and she endeavors to include as much physical activity in her day as possible!  Follow the Host, Tara M. Martin Twitter: @TaraMartinEDU Instagram: tarammartin.real Facebook: Tara M Martin Linkedin: Tara Martin Subscribe: The REAL Journey Show I'd love to have you share your thoughts of the show using the hashtags #RealJourneyShow and #RealEdu on social media. Also, if you enjoyed the show, please consider leaving a review and rating to help us connect, inspire, and empower even more listeners through the REAL Journey Show.

In today's episode, Dave Burgess & I discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of the interview process. Tune in for lessons learned from past interview experiences, question suggestions, and what to look for when interviewing and/or being interviewed. Connect with Dave: Twitter: @burgessdave Instagram: @dbc_inc Website: daveburgess.com Podcast: The Dave Burgess Show Follow the Host, Tara M. Martin Twitter: @TaraMartinEDU Instagram: tarammartin.real Facebook: Tara M Martin Linkedin: Tara Martin Subscribe: The REAL Journey Show I'd love to have you share your thoughts of the show using the hashtags #RealJourneyShow and #RealEdu on social media. Also, if you enjoyed the show, please consider leaving a review and rating to help us connect, inspire, and empower even more listeners through the REAL Journey Show.

In today's episode, we discuss Mark's incredible journey from TV Show host to teaching. You don't want to miss this fascinating journey! In This Episode, We Discuss: From TV Show Host to Teaching Comparison is not how we determine our success. You might not measure up...but do you have to? Education through the mind of an artist Connect with Mark: Twitter: @RunEducator & @runandrant Podcast: SpedUp Chat TikTok: runandrant More About Mark Ryan Mark Ryan is an educator from Ottawa Ontario, Canada. Currently, he is working and living in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirate. Mark has a diverse background covering sports, EY/PYP Education, and Television (to name a few). At this point in time, he is the Specialist Leader (EY-PYP) for the Arts and Music programmes at Raha International School. You can find Mark on a variety of social media platforms using his hashtag #runandrant and #SpedupChat. Follow the Host, Tara M. Martin Twitter: @TaraMartinEDU Instagram: tarammartin.real Facebook: Tara M Martin Linkedin: Tara Martin Subscribe: The REAL Journey Show I'd love to have you share your thoughts of the show using the hashtags #RealJourneyShow and #RealEdu on social media. Also, if you enjoyed the show, please consider leaving a review and rating to help us connect, inspire, and empower even more listeners through the REAL Journey Show.

In today's episode, Kim shares her REAL journey from teacher to happiness coach! Her vulnerable story of coping with panic disorder led her to discover real happiness. Tune in to learn more. In This Episode, We Discuss: Embracing Our Uniqueness Statistics of Daily Thoughts Road to Happiness Applicable Strategies  The Power of Practicing Gratitude  Connect with Kim: Gratitude Tracker: Linked HERE.  Twitter: @strobeled Instagram: @kimstrobeljoy Facebook: She Finds Joy  Podcast: She Finds Joy Linked In: Kim Strobel  Email: kstrobel@strobeleducation.com Websites: www.StrobelEducation.com  More About Kim Strobel As a former teacher turned speaker and happiness coach, Kim Strobel helps schools, businesses, and organizations prioritize their happiness and well-being so they can overcome their fears, discover their joy, activate their limitless potential, and boldly pursue their dreams!  Over her decades of experience, Kim has empowered countless others to live bigger, bolder, and braver lives and to step into what she calls, "The Arena of Bigness". For over 20 years, she's been a teacher, top-tier leadership consultant, and nationally-recognized speaker who helps others rediscover their meaning, purpose, and passion. Because of her own challenges and adversities, Kim teaches others how to overcome their fears, discover their joy, activate their potential, and boldly pursue a life that feels good to them from the INSIDE-OUT. She is results-focused and believes in giving people the tools to make permanent and enduring, positive changes in all areas of their lives. Follow the Host, Tara M. Martin Twitter: @TaraMartinEDU Instagram: tarammartin.real Facebook: Tara M Martin Linkedin: Tara Martin Subscribe: The REAL Journey Show I'd love to have you share your thoughts of the show using the hashtags #RealJourneyShow and #RealEdu on social media. Also, if you enjoyed the show, please consider leaving a review and rating to help us connect, inspire, and empower even more listeners through the REAL Journey Show.

In today's episode, Nick Mann, founder of TeacherFit and StudentFit, shares lessons learned from leading soldiers in the Marine Corps to becoming a gym owner, and later amplifying his impact by starting a global program to increase wellness and fitness in teachers and students! In This Episode, We Discuss: Turning Fear Into Action Trusting Our Foundational Skills Leadership By Example "Ego is the Enemy" Fail Forward Connect with Nick Mann and TeacherFit + StudentFit: Twitter: @TeacherFit_ Website: teacherfit.com You Can Also Sign Up For TeacherFit On My Website: tarammartin.com/berealhealthy More About Nick Mann Nick Mann is the founder of TeacherFit & StudentFit online wellness programs, and his mission is to provide educational leaders with the tools necessary to impact their teachers and students through wellness. A former Veteran of The United States Marine Corps, and a certified fitness & nutrition coach, Nick offers daily mindfulness, fitness, and yoga classes to educators around the world, through his impactful virtual programs. Follow the Host, Tara M. Martin Twitter: @TaraMartinEDU Instagram: tarammartin.real Facebook: Tara M Martin Linkedin: Tara Martin Subscribe: The REAL Journey Show I'd love to have you share your thoughts of the show using the hashtags #RealJourneyShow and #RealEdu on social media. Also, if you enjoyed the show, please consider leaving a review and rating to help us connect, inspire, and empower even more listeners through the REAL Journey Show.

In today's episode, Annick shares lessons learned from giving too much. She walks us through her journey as a mom, a runner, and a teacher during the pandemic! You do NOT want to miss this one. It's one of validation, encouragement, and REALness! In This Episode, We Discuss: Be Careful; Don't Give ALL of You Raising 4 Boys, Two Being Twins The Running Journey Will We Though? The Value of Community Enough is Enough Connect with Annick: Twitter: @AnnickRauch Website: annickrauch.ca Blog Posts Mentioned: Will We Though? Finding Joy Amidst the Struggles More About Annick Rauch Annick is a passionate first-grade French immersion teacher at École Sage Creek School in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. When she's not busy teaching or spending time with her husband and four energetic boys, she loves to blog and run. She is known to share real, authentic, and vulnerable blog posts that provide hope while also validating educators' feelings and experiences. Follow the Host, Tara M. Martin Twitter: @TaraMartinEDU Instagram: tarammartin.real Facebook: Tara M Martin Linkedin: Tara Martin Subscribe: The REAL Journey Show I'd love to have you share your thoughts of the show using the hashtags #RealJourneyShow and #RealEdu on social media. Also, if you enjoyed the show, please consider leaving a review and rating to help us connect, inspire, and empower even more listeners through the REAL Journey Show.

In today's episode, Rodney Turner shares his journey of becoming a connected educator has transformed his career and personal and professional journey. In This Episode, We Discuss: The value of helping others find their tribe Next level opportunities offered our learners Professional, personal, and emotional rewards of becoming a connected educator. Connect with Rodney : Twitter: @techyturner Website: techyturner.com More About Rodney Turner Rodney Turner is a Father |Explorer |Connector |Blogger |Podcaster and currently a Project Manager at ClassLink. He has worn the hats of Technology Integration Specialist and Classroom Teacher for multiple public schools in Arizona. Now living in New Jersey, he has shifted to project management to support education institutions who are implementing ClassLink. Rodney looks forward to sharing instructional, organizational, and procedural strategies, tips, and tools through multiple channels. His current goals are to make a difference in classrooms, districts, and individual lives by promoting the vision for cultivating proper and deep respectful relationships with yourself and with others. Follow the Host, Tara M. Martin Twitter: @TaraMartinEDU Instagram: tarammartin.real Facebook: Tara M Martin Linkedin: Tara Martin Subscribe: The REAL Journey Show I'd love to have you share your thoughts of the show using the hashtags #RealJourneyShow and #RealEdu on social media. Also, if you enjoyed the show, please consider leaving a review and rating to help us connect, inspire, and empower even more listeners through the REAL Journey Show.

In today's episode, Tisha Richmond shares a near switch from educator to a barista and how this pivotal moment in her career changed her future trajectory--professionally and personally. You don't want to miss this!  In This Episode, We Discuss: From Wanting to Give Up on Education and Now...Thriving as an Ed Leader How Disruption Often Leads to Magical Moments A Twitter Connection that Led to a REAL Friendship Magic Happens When We Get Uncomfortable and Take Risks Connect with Tisha: Twitter: tishrich Instagram: makelearningmagial  Website: www.tisharichmond.com/ Podcast: Make Learning Magical Workshop: grassrootsworkshop.com - Make Learning Magical More About Tisha Richmond Tisha is an innovative district Tech Integration Specialist, speaker, and author from Southern Oregon. She has taught Family and Consumer Science for 25 years and has served in various leadership roles in her school and district as well as on Oregon regional and state edtech cadres. Tisha is the author of the book Make Learning MAGICAL, which unlocks seven keys to transform teaching and create unforgettable experiences in the classroom. She speaks nationally on a variety of topics related to teaching and learning in all content and grade levels, Family and Consumer Science being her specialty. ​In 2018, she was a recipient of Medford School District's Golden Pear Educator Secondary Teacher Award and a first-place winner of the Henry Ford Innovation Nation Educator Award.  Tisha is passionate about infusing joy, passion, play, and gamified strategies to immerse and empower our 21st-century learners and make learning a MAGICAL experience for all! She connects globally with educators around the world, continuously reaching beyond her comfort zone to grow and help transform the educational landscape so all learners can thrive. Follow the Host, Tara M. Martin Twitter: @TaraMartinEDU Instagram: tarammartin.real Facebook: Tara M Martin Linkedin: Tara Martin Subscribe: The REAL Journey Show I'd love to have you share your thoughts of the show using the hashtags #RealJourneyShow and #RealEdu on social media. Also, if you enjoyed the show, please consider leaving a review and rating to help us connect, inspire, and empower even more listeners through the REAL Journey Show.

In this episode, we discuss the incredible journey of John Meehan in various roles of the public and private school learning settings. We, also chat at length how battling with mental illness has helped him better relate to others and perform as the leader and educator he is today! Topics of Discussion: What is humility? "We teach kids--not content." "I am the sad clown." "I am a verb!" Do others feel valued and included? Plus So Much MORE! Connect with John: Twitter: @MeehanEDU Website: edrenalinerush.com Book: EDrenaline Rush More About John: Hi, I’m John. I’m a high school teacher. An instructional coach. A marathoner. A Spartan. A Tough Mudder. And a theme park junkie. I believe that enthusiasm is infectious, and that our classrooms should feel like a full-blown escape from the everyday routine of the time-honored academic death march. They say your favorite class is the one that you like the most. And your best class is the one where you learn the most. I want my class to be both. Every. Single. Day. So I wrote a book. And the amazing folks at Dave Burgess Consulting have graciously decided to publish it. It’s called EDrenaline Rush, and it’s available now. This is the official online home for the book and all things #EDrenaline, including a bunch of the cool stuff that I’m reading, learning, and trying out in my classroom. Here you’ll also find lesson plan supplements from the book and speaker information if you’d like bring this same game-changing energy into your school, along with a regular stream of content with related links, blog posts, teacher tips, and all sorts of cool resources that keep me working harder every day to become a better educator. Just like an escape room: we learn together by throwing ourselves in and trying stuff out. And just like a road race or an obstacle course: only way through it is to do it, right? Thanks for stopping by. And please feel free to join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #EDrenaline. Steel sharpens steel, and if passionate educators are working together? There’s no telling what we can do! Follow the Host, Tara M. Martin Twitter: @TaraMartinEDU Instagram: tarammartin.real Facebook: Tara M Martin Linkedin: Tara Martin Subscribe: The REAL Journey Show I'd love to have you share your thoughts of the show using the hashtags #RealJourneyShow and #RealEdu on social media. Also, if you enjoyed the show, please consider leaving a review and rating to help us connect, inspire, and empower even more listeners through the REAL Journey Show.

In this episode, we discuss the incredible journey of Dawn Harris from corporate advertising to classroom teacher. She shares her journey along the way and her expertise with Anti-racism work in the classroom and with educators around the world. You do NOT want to miss this one! In this episode, we discuss: Discovering Your Purpose Allow Students to Inspire Us to Take the Leap Anti-Racism in Education What I know What I don't know What I'm Willing to Take a Risk to Find Out What Are My Action Steps Plus So Much MORE! Connect with Dawn: Twitter: @DHarrisEdS Facebook: Dawn M Harris Website: https://root2canopy.com/ More About Dawn: Dawn Harris is a passionate and energetic educator who lives by the motto, “Relationships First.” Her enthusiasm for creating connections is infectious and she thrives on the opportunity to learn about the things that motivate and inspire teachers and students alike. In her roles as a secondary English Language Arts Educator, Gifted and Talented Teacher, and Associate Professor of Teacher Education, Dawn continually strives to bring authentic and engaging learning experiences to students of all ages.  Throughout her career as an educator, Dawn has taught in urban, rural, and suburban districts meeting the needs of children from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. In addition to general ELA coursework, Dawn’s classroom teaching experience also includes teaching English as a second language, creative writing, film studies, and response to intervention instruction. Dawn’s professional teaching experiences have been showcased in scholarly journals and at local, regional, national, and international conferences. Prior to becoming an educator, Dawn spent more than 10 years in marketing and publishing in the private sector. This experience has given Dawn insight into the skills and knowledge students need in order to be prepared to enter into a competitive, global workforce or into college once they leave high school. This insight helps to support Dawn’s work in developing veteran, novice, and pre-service teachers as they seek to educate students for tomorrow’s work today.Dawn’s first book, Plan Like a Pirate, is set to release in 2021.

In this episode, we discuss Shelley's incredible journey from teacher, to administration, to business owner. We, also, discuss lots of behind the scenes scoop to keeping a family and a business running smoothly. You don't want to miss this amazing interview! In this episode, we discuss: The Risks and Rewards of Starting a Business The Parenting Journey LGBTQ Support in the Home and School Setting Respecting and Accepting Differences Plus So Much MORE! Connect with Shelley: Twitter: @burgess_shelley Facebook: Shelley Burgess Website: https://shelleyburgess.com/ More About Shelley: Shelley Burgess has served as an award-winning teacher, principal, Director of Student Achievement, and Assistant Superintendent of Educational Leadership. Her highly respected work focuses on building leadership capacity through coaching, collaboration, and building a positive culture of change which leads to dramatic improvements in teaching and learning. She now works as a full-time partner in Dave Burgess Consulting, Inc. and is the co-author of P is for PIRATE: Inspirational ABC’s for Educators and Lead Like a Pirate: Make School Amazing for Your Students and Staff.

In this episode, Dan and I discuss the benefits of not only discovering the 5 Ss , five free and available resources every human has access to, but the unlimited advantages of applying them in our lives. In this episode, we discuss: Tapping into a wealth of FREE and available resources to gain strength--mentally and physically The power of saying "No" Simple doesn't mean easy Be intentional Unlearning traditions, if need be Letting go of what doesn't serve you or those you lead Connect with Dan: Twitter: @thezenteacher Facebook: Dan Tricarico Website: www.thezenteacher.com More About:Dan has been a high school English teacher for over twenty-five years. He is also the author of The Zen Teacher: Creating Focus, Simplicity, and Tranquility in the Classroom (DBC, Inc. 2015) and Sanctuaries: Self-Care Secrets for Stressed Out Teachers (DBC, Inc. 2018). (Click the links to his books to learn more.) In his spare time, he enjoys writing fiction, listening to music (especially Roots Rock and The Blues), reading mystery novels, staring out of windows, and watching movies.  One of his first loves is writing poetry, and he has published many poems both in print and on-line.

In this episode, Dave Burgess and I discuss our journey to a healthier lifestyle. While we are not experts in this area and our journeys are quite different, there are several of our learning experiences that will resonate with anyone searching for an entry point to make health and wellness a personal priority. In this Episode, we discuss: Finding YOUR Entry Point Tips for Developing Consistency Bloopers and Bumps Along Our Journeys The Power of Small Goals Go Slow to Go Fast Nutrition Tips and Hacks The Vital Need for Self Care Follow Dave Burgess: Website: daveburgess.com Twitter: @burgessdave Instagram: dbc_inc DBC, Inc. Website: daveburgessconsulting.com About Dave Burgess: Dave is the co-owener of DBC, Inc, the New York Times best-selling author of Teach Like a PIRATE: Increase Student Engagement, Boost Your Creativity, and Transform Your Life as an Educator and co-author of P is for PIRATE: Inspirational ABC's for Educators. He is a highly sought-after professional development speaker well known for his outrageously energetic and creative style. His programs not only inspire and motivate educators, but also provide practical strategies to dramatically improve instruction and student engagement. He was been an award-winning teacher for over seventeen years and was the Academy of Education Arts and Sciences BAMMY recipient for Secondary School Teacher of the Year in 2014. Follow the Host, Tara M. Martin Twitter: @TaraMartinEDU Instagram: tarammartin.real Facebook: Tara M Martin Linkedin: Tara Martin Subscribe: The REAL Journey Show I'd love to have you share your thoughts of the show using the hashtags #RealJourneyShow and #RealEdu on social media. Also, if you enjoyed the show, please consider leaving a review and rating to help us connect, inspire, and empower even more listeners through the REAL Journey Show.

This episode is a beautiful journey of how Don's life experiences shaped him into the motivating, hard-working leader he is today. It is heartwarming and heart-melting mixed with belly-laugh-out-loud moments! Enjoy. In This Episode We Discuss: The Power of Words Our Actions Can Permanently Affect Others Hard Work--the good, the bad, and the ugly "Captain America" the Car Finding Lost Smiles Connect with Don Epps: Instagram: @DonEppsEDU Twitter: @DonEppsEdu Website: findinglostsmiles.com  More About Don Epps: An educator for the last 19 years, Don Epps, has served as a classroom teacher, coach, high school principal and currently a middle school principal. The #ChasingGreatness Principal has been featured in national publications and podcasts for stories of school culture transformation in creating what is now known as“Frosty Moments'. Epps also is known in the education world for his uplifting videos posted on social media that feature his own unique blend of motivation, comedy and inspirational content that promotes positivity. Don recently co-authored the children’s book Finding Lost Smiles with his wife Vickie. Most importantly Don is the proud husband to Vickie and the father to Sarah and Charlie, the most important team in his life. Connect with Don on Twitter @DonEppsEDU, Instagram @doneppsedu or email him at eppsedu@gmail.com

This episode is a beautiful journey of how Nathan and Herbie each began their journey of becoming true to their authentic self. Their story is one all humans need to hear.  In This Episode We Discuss: Without struggles how can we find joy When we stop judging ourselves, we clear the way to be our authentic self Common sense isn't very common Accepting neither praise nor blame Just be YOU! Connect with Nathan and Herbie: Instagram: @drlangraad @herbieraad Twitter: @drlangraad @herbieraad Website: drlangraad.com , herbieraad.com  More About Nathan and Herbie: Dr. Nathan D. Lang-Raad is an international speaker, author, and professional learning facilitator. He is the Chief Education Officer at WeVideo. Throughout his career, he has served as a teacher, principal, university adjunct professor, consultant, and education strategist. He was director of elementary curriculum and instruction for Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools, as well as the education supervisor at NASA's Johnson Space Center. He is the co-founder of the Bammy Award-nominated #LeadUpChat, an educational leadership professional learning network (PLN) on Twitter. He serves on the boards of the Student Voice Foundation, Rocket Ready EDU, and the ISTE EdLeaders PLN. Nathan is the author of Everyday Instructional Coaching and WeVideo Every Day, and is co-author of a book with Dr. Robert J. Marzano, The New Art, and Science of Teaching Mathematics. Nathan resides in the beautiful state of Maine with his husband Herbie. To learn more about Nathan's work, visit drlangraad.com or follow him on Twitter and Instagram: @drlangraad. Herbie Raad was born and raised in Santa Barbara, California. Throughout his career as a professional singer, he has been privileged enough to have performed all over the world. Hard at work on his first full-length novel, Herbie resides in the beautiful state of Maine with his husband, Nathan, and their three Siamese children: Kevin, Rock, and James. To learn more about Herbie and his work, visit herbieraad.com and follow him on Twitter and Instagram: @herbieraad.

If you don't know the REAL Journey of Dave Schmittou, tune in; you're sure to leave inspired. Dave shares his REAL journey of finding himself. And, we dabble into his new book, too. Enjoy. In This Episode, We Discuss: Masking Perfect vs Striving for Perfect Bound by a Chameleon Mindset The Liberating Power of Vulnerability The Overuse of Labels Assessing and Its Impact Connect with Dave Website: schmittou.net Twitter: @daveschmittou Podcast: Lasting Learning View his books: HERE.  More About Dave: Named the 2018 College Educator of the Year and the 2014 Michigan Principal of the Year, Dave Schmittou is currently a professor of Educational Leadership at Central Michigan Univeristy, a former elementary school principal, former middle school principal, assistant principal, coach, teacher, and college professor. Dave is a proud father of four children, resident beach bum/educational pirate, and author of “It’s Like Riding a Bike- How to Make Learning Last a Lifetime” , “Bold Humility: Growing Students by Empowering Teachers” and “Making Assessment Work”. Dave speaks, writes, runs, and barely sleeps, but he is living his best life while he can.

I got quite a bit of feedback on the kickboxing episode, asking me to share more of my REAL journey, periodically. Therefore, today's special guest is my husband, Darrell, sharing how the Martins got started on this journey of life. In This Episode, We Discuss: Meeting at the age of 16 and thinking we had it all figured out Super Silly Memories The OMG Surprise Birthday Present Parenting Bonding by Becoming a Fit Family + So Much More & Lots of Giggles Follow the Host, Tara M. Martin Twitter: @TaraMartinEDU Instagram: tarammartin.real Facebook: Tara M Martin Linkedin: Tara Martin Subscribe: The REAL Journey Show I'd love to have you share your thoughts of the show using the hashtags #RealJourneyShow and #RealEdu on social media. Also, if you enjoyed the show, please consider leaving a review and rating to help us connect, inspire, and empower even more listeners through the REAL Journey Show.

If you don't know the REAL Journey of Michael Bonner, you're missing out! Michael is a passionate classroom teacher, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, Ellen Show star, and an ALL around inspiring human. Listen for yourself. In This Episode, We Discuss: The inequities in schools today Tough conversations that must take place to prepare our students for the "real world" Entrepreneurship and Education Student passions and talents lead to exceptional learning Connect with Michael: Website: michaellbonner.com Instagram: @michaelbonner_ View & Purchase His Books HERE: Embrace It (children's book) Get Up or Give Up: How I Almost Gave Up on Teaching More About Michael Bonner Michael Bonner is an educator, speaker, and author. Hailing from eastern North Carolina, Mr. Bonner began his career in education seven years ago at South Greenville Elementary School. After 80 percent of his second-grade class failed a reading test, he promised that if at least 80 percent passed the next test, he would help them shoot a music video. Little did he know that this promise would alter the trajectory of his life forever. The young scholars passed Mr. Bonner's test and, true to his word, he helped them shoot a music video. After uploading it to Facebook to share with family and friends, it soon went viral with tens of thousands of users from around the world commending the children's enthusiasm for learning and Mr. Bonner's willingness to go above and beyond to engage his students. The more captivated the students were with Mr. Bonner's lessons, the more videos were created, which led to even more global attention, eventually reaching The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Within two months, Mr. Bonner appeared on The Ellen Show twice; received a total of $45,000 from Wal-Mart for South Greenville Elementary; twenty of his students received an all-expense-paid trip to Los Angeles; and they all shot a music video with celebrities Big Sean, Ice Cube, Migos, Ty Dolla Sign, Lin Manuel Miranda, and Ellen DeGeneres herself! Bonner not only still teaches in the classroom, but he also travels the world and empowers his audiences to build genuine relationships with their students because "you can't demand a withdrawal from someone you have never invested in." Administrators and educators alike leave Mr. Bonner's presence ready to make an impact that affects eternity. Mr. Bonner is consistently seen as a visionary leader who strives to create a positive mindset among all of his students. His students come to class each day with diverse backgrounds, strengths, needs, and challenges. Therefore, he identifies strategies to ensure their growth socially, emotionally, academically, and psychologically. Due to his educational approach, students leave more hopeful, challenged, inspired, and forever a part of Bonnerville. Today, Mr. Bonner lives in Atlanta, Ga. where he is beginning a new educational journey as a fourth and sixth grade English teacher at the famed Ron Clark Academy. You can learn more about Michael Bonner at michaellbonner.com and follow him on Instagram at...

In today's episode, Vernon drops quite a few truth bombs! This interview is a mix of vulnerability and a WHOLE lot of "power to reinvent what's inside of YOU." You don't want to miss this one! In This Episode, We Discuss: There is a process for access. Delayed does not mean denial. Have you given yourself permission to be great? The perfect person is the one that is imperfect. Hustle in alignment Do you have a magnificent obsession? Vision Boards in YOUR home The power to reinvent is inside of YOU! Connect with Vernon: Twitter: @thewrightleader Website: zeroapologyzone.com More About Vernon Wright Vernon Wright is an outstanding educator, speaker, leader, and entrepreneur--Founder of the #ZeroApologyZone. The #ZeroApologyZone brand represents those that take a stand and give people a voice. This brand is an outward expression of beliefs, goals, faith, hustle, and purpose. Follow the Host, Tara M. Martin Twitter: @TaraMartinEDU Instagram: tarammartin.real Facebook: Tara M Martin Linkedin: Tara Martin Subscribe: The REAL Journey Show I'd love to have you share your thoughts of the show using the hashtags #RealJourneyShow and #RealEdu on social media. Also, if you enjoyed the show, please consider leaving a review and rating to help us connect, inspire, and empower even more listeners through the REAL Journey Show.

In today's episode, Matt shares a REAL journey of his dream career, leading him to heartbreak and "failure." Still, it uncovered the role that would fuel his passion and drive for living his best life--personally and professionally. In This Episode, We Discuss: Well laid plans are often interrupted to open new opportunities. "Failure" is simply learning through the process Playing to your passions fulls momentum. "If it doesn't challenge you, it doesn't change you." Although our journeys are unpredictable, they teach us valuable lessons in life. Connect with Matt: Twitter: @jmattmiller Website: https://ditchthattextbook.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ditchthattextbook View his books HERE. Tech Like a PIRATE Ditch That Textbook Ditch That Homework Don't Ditch That Tech More About Matt Miller Matt Miller taught in public schools for more than 10 years, teaching all levels of high school Spanish. In his career, he planned nearly 12,000 class lessons. He taught more than half a million instructional minutes. And he graded work for nearly 2,000 days of class. He is the author four books: Ditch That Textbook, Ditch That Homework, Don't Ditch That Tech, and Tech Like a PIRATE. His Ditch That Textbook blog reaches thousands of educators in more than 100 countries with inspiration and practical teaching ideas. Matt is a Google Certified Innovator, a Skype Master Teacher, and a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert. He's the winner of the WTHI-TV Golden Apple Award. He was named one of the top 10 influencers in educational technology and elearning worldwide. He's a popular keynote speaker, workshop presenter, podcast host, and the creator of the Ditch That Textbook Digital Summit. Follow the Host, Tara M. Martin Twitter: @TaraMartinEDU Instagram: tarammartin.real Facebook: Tara M Martin Linkedin: Tara Martin Subscribe: The REAL Journey Show I'd love to have you share your thoughts of the show using the...