Teaching with Valor Podcast: A Veteran Teachers Perspective
At Teaching with Valor, we believe in the transformative power of education. Our mission is to empower educators, administrators, parents, and communities to create safe, supportive, and resilient learning environments where every student can thrive.
Through our podcast, we aim to provide meaningful professional development and tackle pressing issues in education.
Episodes
64 episodes since 2024
Fostering a Positive School Climate
Welcome back to another episode of the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I'm your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re diving into a topic that lies at the very heart of a thriving educational environment: fostering a positive school climat...
September 17, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 63
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11:42
Special Education Best Practices
Welcome back to another episode of the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re delving into a topic that is close to the heart of many educators and parents: Special Education Best Practices. Every ch...
September 16, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 62
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12:35
Trauma-Informed Teaching for High School
Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I'm your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re diving deep into a topic that is incredibly relevant and vital for educators everywhere—trauma-informed teaching, particularly in the high s...
September 16, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 61
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11:27
Effective Use of Technology Tools in Education
Welcome back to another episode of the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I'm your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re diving into a topic that has become increasingly vital in the modern classroom: the effective use of technology tools.&nb...
September 16, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 60
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10:53
A "9-11 Remembrance Ceremony Open Letter to the State Board of Educations"
This is a video about A "9-11 Remembrance Ceremony Open Letter to the State Board of Educations" And my willingness to create a program at all high schools across the United States. We will never forget!
September 11, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 911
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3:04
Utilizing Educational Games and Simulations #PD #Educate #TeachforAmerica #AFJROTC #JROTC #TWValor
Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I'm your host, Don Fessenden, and today we are diving into a topic that brings excitement, engagement, and dynamic learning into the classroom: utilizing educational games and simulation...
September 11, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 59
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12:05
Cross-Curricular Teaching Approaches #PD #Educate #TeachforAmerica #AFJROTC #JROTC #TWValor
Welcome back to another episode of the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re diving into a topic that has the potential to transform your teaching practice and ignite student learning in new and exc...
September 10, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 58
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12:43
Peer Coaching and Mentoring #PD #Educate #TWValor #AFJROTC #JROTC #Teach #NJEA #CEA
Welcome to another episode of the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I'm your host, Don Fessenden, and today we are exploring a topic that holds the potential to transform teaching practice from the inside out: peer coaching and mentoring.&n...
September 09, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 57
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11:33
Building Trust with Students #PD #Educate #TWValor #AFJROTC #JROTC #NJEA #CEA
Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re diving deep into a topic that lies at the heart of effective teaching: building trust with your students. Trust isn’t just a nice-to-have in...
September 06, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 56
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10:31
Reflective Teaching and Practice #PD #Educate #TWValor
Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today, we’re diving into a topic that is truly the cornerstone of great teaching—reflective teaching and practice. Reflective teaching isn’...
September 05, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 55
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10:34
High School Classroom Management #PD #Educate #TWValor
Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today, we’re diving into a topic that’s always top of mind for high school teachers—classroom management. We know that managing a high school classroom ...
September 04, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 54
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11:49
Differentiated Instruction for Middle School #PD #Educate #TWValor
Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we're going to dig deep into a topic that's vital for every middle school teacher—differentiated instruction. If you've ever stood in...
September 03, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 53
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10:00
A Deep Dive into Assessment and Data-Driven Instruction #PD #Educate #TWValor
Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re tackling a topic that sits at the heart of effective teaching—Assessment and Data-Driven Instruction. Whether you're teaching kindergartener...
August 30, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 52
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15:33
Programming Update #PD #Educate #TWValor
Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor podcast!I’m thrilled to share some exciting news as we reached a significant milestone: our 50th episode! It’s hard to believe how far we’ve come together, exploring the ins and outs ...
August 29, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 51
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2:39
"Adolescent Development and Learning" Professional Development
Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today, we’re diving deep into a topic that is fundamental to the work of every middle and high school educator—adolescent development and learning. The ...
August 29, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 50
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28:45
"A Comprehensive Dive into Health and Wellness Education" Professional Development
Welcome to another episode of the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re tackling a topic that’s essential for every student, no matter their age—Health and Wellness Education. In today’...
August 27, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 49
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30:40
"Nurturing the Potential of Gifted Students Across All Levels" Professional Development
Welcome to another insightful episode of the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re diving into a topic that often presents both incredible opportunities and unique challenges in the classroom—suppor...
August 26, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 48
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22:33
"Unpacking STEM Integration Across All Levels" Professional Development
Welcome to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re exploring a topic that’s not just a buzzword but a transformative approach to education—STEM. That’s Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.&...
August 23, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 47
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19:14
"Supporting English Language Learners" Professional Development
Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re taking a deep dive into a topic that’s close to the hearts of many educators and parents alike—supporting English Language Learners, or ELLs...
August 22, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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10:40
"Unleashing Creative Potential in the Classroom" Professional Development
Welcome to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re exploring how to foster creativity across all grade levels. Creativity isn't just for the arts; it's a crucial skill that enhances learning, prob...
August 21, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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6:51
"Leveraging Play to Enhance Learning Across All Grades" Professional Development
Welcome to another episode of the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re diving into a delightful yet critical topic: Using Play to Enhance Learning. From elementary through high school,...
August 20, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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7:43
"A Deep Dive into Engaging Science Lessons" Professional Development
Welcome to another episode of the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re diving into a topic that is crucial for sparking curiosity and nurturing critical thinking in our students: Engaging Science L...
August 19, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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9:55
"A Deep Dive into Multi-Tiered Systems of Support" Professional Development
Welcome back to another episode of the Teaching with Valor Podcast, where we explore the essential tools, strategies, and philosophies that empower educators to be their best in the classroom. I'm your host, Don Fessenden, and toda...
August 16, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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12:07
"A Deep Dive into Phonics and Word Study" Professional Development
Welcome to the Teaching with Valor Podcast, where we explore strategies, insights, and best practices for educators at all levels. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re diving deep into a fundamental aspect of literacy instruction: Phon...
August 15, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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12:05
"Deep Dive into Creating Thematic Units" Professional Development
Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor Podcast, where we explore impactful strategies to elevate your teaching practice. I’m your host, Don Fessenden, and today’s episode is all about one of the most dynamic and engaging approaches to teaching...
August 14, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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12:05