by Jeanette Mihalchik | Aug 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
Your class hasn’t even sat down yet, and already you can feel it. This one’s gonna be a battle! They’re either completely wired from recess or exhausted from a long math test. You try pushing forward with your carefully crafted lesson, but it feels like driving...
by Jeanette Mihalchik | Jun 11, 2026 | Tips and Tricks for Music Teachers
Have you ever looked at a new software update and wanted to hide under your desk? That’s why I recently spoke with Katie Argyle about using technology in the elementary music room. First of all, I know exactly what it’s like when your schedule is packed,...
by Kateri Swavely | May 27, 2026 | Classroom Management, Tips and Tricks for Music Teachers
Have you ever stood at your door, watched a class come in hot, and felt your heart sink into your shoes? First of all, I know exactly what it is like when you are running on empty and you feel completely isolated on your own music teacher island. It is so easy to let...
by Kateri Swavely | May 20, 2026 | Tips and Tricks for Music Teachers
Have you ever stood in front of your classroom, played a beautiful, clear note on the piano, and watched your students stare back at you with total confusion? First of all, I know exactly what it is like when a class comes in hot and you are trying your absolute best...
by Kateri Swavely | May 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
We’ve all been there. Maybe it’s a day when the instruments need to stay in the cabinet, or perhaps you’re teaching from a cart in a hallway. Maybe you’re just facing a day where your “loving, giving heart” is running on an empty battery and you need a...
