Tune in to this week's episode of Teachers on the loose! Your favorite teaching quartet is back and talking about one of the most exciting (and sometimes stressful) parts of the school year: setting up the classroom. Join us as we confess our biggest room arrangement mishaps, our guilty pleasures when it comes to classroom decor (hello, endless Amazon deliveries!), and the magic of sitting on the floor, staring into space, until inspiration finally strikes for that perfect layout. Whether you're a first-year teacher or a seasoned pro, you'll feel seen, heard, and ready to tackle that blank space with a little more humor and a lot less stress.

In this episode of Teachers on the Loose, we explore the lighthearted side of building relationships in an elementary school. From team excursions to setting norms, these stories highlight the joy and humor that make school communities thrive. Listeners will hear how simple moments—sharing a snack, pulling off a hallway prank, or cheering each other on—transform staff from colleagues into a support system. It’s a fun reminder that the best schools aren’t just built on curriculum, but on connection.

Teacher self-care isn’t all about spa days and silence—it might just be reading a book that you picked, finishing a load of laundry, or drinking your coffee before it gets cold.

In this episode, we’re keeping it real about what self-care looks like and why it actually matters.

What’s one thing you do just for you during the school year?