Your step-by-step guide to running your elementary music classroom with success!

Go from feeling overwhelmed and exhausted to feeling joy in your music classroom.  This course is designed to help you find harmony and balance, as you meet your students where they’re at and connect with them in ways you never thought possible.

Jeanette Shorey playing the kazoo and laughing

The Chaos to Calm Course is tailor-made for overwhelmed, overworked elementary music teachers, providing a transformative solution to bring back balance and joy to your classroom.

In a world where connecting with students can be daunting, this program triumphs over the struggle, offering practical strategies for incredible student engagement.

Say farewell to overwhelm and rediscover the joy of teaching as your journey from chaos to calm starts here.

Is This For You?

If you are:

♥  Overwhelmed and Exhausted?
This is your chance to revitalize your music classroom and bring back the joy meant for you.

♥  Constantly Battling Time Constraints?
This course guides you to reclaim time and focus on meaningful connections.

♥  Yearning for Balance and Harmony?
Transform the challenge of connecting with students and foster a lasting love for music. This course is your pathway to teaching balance and harmony.

By the end of this course you’ll know how to:

Design Classroom Management That Works

By unlocking effective classroom management—where learning meets laughter. Discover the secrets for success, planning, and student engagement.

Design captivating lesson plans

By using creative movement and manipulatives—igniting joy, fostering inspiration, and connecting with your students in memorable ways.

Turn Challenges Into Opportunities

Master redirection and the ‘join them’ mindset for harmonious learning. Turn challenges into opportunities for growth and connection in your classroom.

Inject Playfulness Into Every Lesson

By using that delightful playfulness children have, creating a space where laughter and learning intertwine, making your music class the highlight of their week.

Revamp Your Music Room

By making key decisions – to chair or not, essential instruments, room arrangement, and having everything at your fingertips. Create a space of ease and joy.

Reframe Your Mindset

Master the art of letting go. Navigate classroom chaos, turn disorder into engagement, prioritize effectively, release guilt, embrace self-care for a happier teaching experience.

 

This has been my more exhausting, toughest year of teaching.  Thank you for being one of the voices helping me get through this year in a positive & productive way!

Diana Reed

Chaos to Calm takes you on a journey that will alter your life.

You have no idea how I appreciate you!  You have a way of explaining everything one needs to know in detail, and I am learning so much from you!

Hanlie Wilson

South Africa

I did a last-minute lesson on the book Allegro, after taking your course, Simply Music Skills, and participating in trainings in the Happy Music Teacher Academy.  I was so proud of myself!

Kaitlyn Traylor

Happy Music Teacher Academy

You desire for other music teachers to be happy and enjoy their jobs, to feel suppported, seen, heard, and to provide resources to encouarge us so we don’t feel over-burdened and defeated.

Teresa Williamson

Happy Highlights Community

Hi there! I'm Jeanette

Teaching elementary kids can be a rollercoaster, and I’ve ridden every loop-de-loop.

Now, picture having someone who’s been through it all, learned the ropes, and is ready to share the insider tips with you.

In this course, we’re diving into the real stuff – all the ‘how-do-I-manage-this’ moments, and everything in between.

Think of me as your teaching partner, here to make the journey a bit smoother and a lot more fun! 

 

Explore what’s inside Chaos to Calm

You’ll gain practical guidance and step-by-step insights to transform your elementary music teaching journey. From mastering classroom chaos to infusing joy into every lesson, you’ll discover strategies and processes that make your job more manageable and full of joy.

Check out what you’ll learn in each and every module:

Module 1 - Mastering the Music Teacher Mindset

♥  Develop a flexible mindset, embrace and navigate classroom chaos, and gain essential skills for successful adaptation.

♥  Gain skills to turn chaos into engaging student experiences. Ignite enthusiasm and love for music in your students with energy.

♥  Learn to set priorities for student achievement, manage time better, and feel empowered.

♥  Rediscover joy in teaching by letting go of perfectionism, embracing imperfections, and celebrating authentic moments, fostering self-compassion along the way.

♥  Cultivate resilience and positivity, shaping a mindset that transforms not only individual lessons but the entire culture of your music classroom.

Module 2 - Music Room ReVamp - Setting Your Classroom Up for Success

♥  Learn to set up your classroom your way, empowering you to choose what suits your students and teaching style best.

♥  Create a balanced, fun environment by learning how to pick the best instruments for your classroom.

♥  ​Unlock efficient instrument storage, align your room with your teaching style, and acquire time-saving strategies for instrument use.

♥  ​Unlock time-saving methods for easy access to everything, ensuring smooth class transitions and sustained student engagement.

Module 3 - The Playful Classroom - Designing Dynamic Lesson Plans

♥  Infuse joy into listening lessons, transforming classical tunes into musical play your students will love.

♥  Delve into age-appropriate movement using simple, effective techniques to engage and control your classroom.

♥  Master how to select music that resonates, creating a joyful, engaging musical experience.

♥  ​Unlock effective use of music manipulatives with a step-by-step guide for hands-on learning, analyzing tools, and deciding their application.

♥  ​Learn what to borrow from the PE teacher’s toolkit for a thrilling classroom experience.

Module 4 - Chaos Controlled - Classroom Management That Works

♥  Gain effective strategies for building strong student relationships, ensuring successful classroom management regardless of daily challenges.

♥  Infuse more talking, instrument play, and silliness in your teaching, creating a play-based atmosphere.

♥  Create a positive and structured class by mastering techniques for redirecting behavior and staying consistent in your teaching approach.

♥  ​Tap into students’ love for fun. Transform into a laughter ninja, sneaking in bursts of joy for a lively classroom.

♥  Prepare for the ‘before break crazies’ or any random silliness at school. Learn tricks for an easy classroom during those times when students are a bit off.

Plus … Check out  these bonuses

These 4 bonuses will help you save time, boost your positivity, and
make your life easier as an elementary music teacher!

4 Weeks of LIVE Q & A with Jeanette in our exclusive, C2C private community for members ONLY

Step into our private community and enjoy live Q&A sessions with me.  Plus, this is a collaborative hub for you to connect with colleagues, share ideas, and conquer obstacles.

Imagine a supportive environment with friendly chats and shared moments.

Teaching with Joy Everyday – 365 Days of Motivation

Dive into a year-long journey of inspiration with our bonus, Rhythmic Renewal – A Survival Guide for Stressed out Music Teachers 

This ebook is the perfect resource for elementary music teachers looking for a reset.   It features my carefully curated positive affirmations, plus strategies for overcoming overwhelm, taking time for yourself (yes, really), and an easy-to-use weekly planner to help you remember to take care of yourself.

Navigating Lesson Planning: Your Vertical Planning RoadMap – A 4-week Collaboration
Discover the magic of easy lesson planning with vertical planning maps. Transform your teaching experience and save time.

In this exclusive bonus, you’ll join our 4-week live collaborative effort to create vertical roadmaps for each grade level.

Picture a structured guide that eases lesson planning stress, becoming your compass for seamless, engaging lessons.

Music Teacher SOS:  Your Activities Vault

Get access to my Video Vault: your remedy for exhausting days or a quick mental break.

It’s packed with 100+ ready-to-go videos by expert teachers. Whether you’re sick, tired, overwhelmed, or need a sub plan, this vault, sorted by type, duration, and theme, is your ultimate relief.

Over $1,700 in goodies FOR FREE!

Only in Chaos to Calm will you get:

♥  A Mindset Reset:

Always find joy in your music class with the Music Teacher Mindset. Unearth secrets to turn chaos into confidence and build a harmonious teaching space.

♥  A Way To Set Your “Stage” For Success:

Optimize your classroom setup for your style, saving time and energy. Create a positive, engaging space, conquering the challenge of organization.

♥  A Framework For Engaging Lessons:

Design dynamic lessons for effortless engagement. Include all the fun, addressing student disengagement and creating an enjoyable learning experience.

♥  Strategies To Control Chaos

Gain strategies to control chaos. Use the Playful Pedagogy Framework to create a more enjoyable teaching experience for you and your students.

That’s over $3,500 in value!

Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with our risk-free 7-day guarantee.

If I were considering investing almost $100, I’d be right here at this part of the page too.

I know what you’re thinking . . . Jeanette, I’m just not sure if I’m ready to make this investment.

I get it.

Consider that you’re going to save time and escape from the chaos circle you’ve been spinning in.

Within the first 7 days of this course, you’ll have received access to my first module, and you’re going to know for sure if it’s a good fit.

You’ll be aware of how Chaos to Calm can support you in tackling your challenges as a music teacher.

If you’re not completely confident that you’re going rock the rest of your school year after taking this course, reach out, show me the work you’ve put in, and I’ll be happy to refund your investment.

Jeanette Shorey playing the kazoo and laughing
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All the questions your colleagues asked before buying my course:

How long will I have access to Chaos to Calm?

You have LIFETIME access!  This means you can start whenever you want and come back again and again.

Is there a community or support system for course members to connect with each other?

YES!  There are LIVE Q&A sessions with Jeanette for 4 weeks.  In addition, everyone who purchases Chaos to Calm will have lifetime access to an exclusive membership where you can connect with colleagues who are also taking the course.

How much time will I have to dedicate to the course to be successful?

The entire course should only take you about the amount of time you spend scrolling social media every day for about a week.  Each live Q&A is an hour long, and  Q&A sessions are optional.

What if I don't find that Chaos to Calm is a good fit for me?

That’s the best part.  If it’s not a good fit, you have 7 days to get your money back.  Simply contact me, show me the work you’ve completed so far, and I can refund your entire payment.

Are there any prerequisites or specific qualifications required to enroll in Chaos to Calm?

Nope!  You’ll find this course valuable no matter whether you’ve just started your music teacher journey, or you’re a seasoned pro.

How is the course structured, and what can I expect from each module?

In this course, you’ll find 4 modules, each with 4-5 video lessons.  The course is completely online and designed for you to work at your own pace.  There are live Zoom-style trainings each week from February 19th thru March 11th.  Included are  transcriptions of each video lesson, opporTUNEity worksheets, fact sheets, and all the step-by-step guidelines and frameworks you’ll need to implement the strategies in your own classroom.

What resources or materials will I receive as part of the course to implement the strategies learned in my classroom?

You’ll have access to downloadable fact sheets and OpporTUNEity worksheets to enhance your learning experience.  You’ll also receive step-by-step guidelines and frameworks to help you implement the strategies you learn in Chaos to Calm.

If you're thinking this sounds incredible but you're still not sure, keep reading . . .

You should try Chaos to Calm for 7 days, risk free, if you resonate with any of the following statements:

You truly want to find more joy in your music classroom

Whether just starting out or a seasoned pro, your classroom lacks joy, leaving you burnt out and exhausted.

You need practical tools & emotional support to transform struggles into genuine joy.

Enter your solution, Chaos to Calm.

You’re not afraid of changing your mindset

If classroom chaos has you stuck, it’s okay to admit change can be intimidating.

Embracing a new mindset is the key to breaking free from chaos and finding the peace you desire in your teaching journey.

Waiting hasn’t gotten you anywhere and it’s time to take action

If you’re tired of feeling frustrated and exhausted in your classroom, you’re not alone.

Recognizing the need for change is the first step toward finding solutions that make a real difference in your teaching experience.

Jeanette Shorey playing the kazoo and laughing

Your Transformation Awaits ...

Change is hard, but I’m here to help.

I’ve walked in your shoes, experiencing true unhappiness and even reaching a point where I hated my job. It’s a tough place to be, and I want you to know that I understand the depth of those emotions.

 

But here’s the powerful part – I also know firsthand that things can be better. There is a path to rediscovering joy, finding balance, and creating harmony in your classroom.

The journey I’ve been on has led me to a place where I’m not just content; I’m genuinely excited about what I do!

I want you to experience the same transformation, and that’s why I’ve poured my heart and soul into creating Chaos to Calm. I believe in the potential for positive change, and I’m thrilled about the opportunity to guide you toward a more fulfilling and joyful teaching experience.

You can start your journey risk-free with our 7-day guarantee. I invite you to step into this space of possibility, where transformation awaits.

Let’s embark on this path together, turning your challenges into opportunities and unlocking the joy that awaits you in your music classroom.

With heartfelt encouragement,

Jeanette