Episode 350: Summer Reset, Classroom Culture, Back-to-School Planning @CJReynolds
Episode 350: Summer Reset, Classroom Culture, Back-to-School Planning  @CJReynolds
Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
After 10 years of Sunday Night Teacher Talk, CJ and Jenn are back to kick off a brand-new season. In this episode, they talk about making the most of summer, preparing for a new school year, building classroom culture before students even walk through the door, and answering your questions about classroom management, first-day activities, parent communication, science resources, and more.

Whether you're already planning for August or simply enjoying a slower summer pace, this episode is full of practical ideas to help you become the teacher you are called to be.
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Chapters

00:00 – Welcome to Season 10!
03:45 – Summer updates & classroom projects
07:28 – Helping students in unexpected situations
14:35 – Favorite science teaching resources
20:42 – Family-friendly things to do in Philadelphia
28:15 – Favorite chapters from Teach Your Class Off
35:10 – How long does it take to unwind after school ends?
40:48 – Storage ideas for classrooms on a budget
47:36 – Creating a memorable Meet the Teacher night
56:25 – First-year teacher advice & first-day activities
1:06:18 – Parent communication systems that actually work
1:16:12 – Planning units instead of daily lessons
1:24:20 – Preparing students for college success
1:31:55 – Tech hacks for grading faster
1:36:10 – Final thoughts & Season 10 preview
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