Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy Educators

About Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy Educators

Dive into the world of education and straight talk with Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez! As a former high school teacher and now an Instructional Specialist at St. Lucie Public Schools, Dr. Benner-Ordoñez is dedicated to creating dynamic and engaging professional learning systems via different modalities to place educators in the driving seat of their learning journey. Her passion lies in offering busy educators a variety of choices that incorporate best practices in andragogy and well-being, all aimed at boosting self-efficacy. Join us for insightful discussions on pedagogy, teaching and learning practices, behavior management, special topics, and much more! Gain access to educational experts who share practical ideas and resources to enhance your teaching practice, and stay updated with the latest research and trends in education. Tune in during your commute or lunch break and discover just how much fun learning can be!

Publisher

Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

6 Dec 2023

Latest episode

29 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

35 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Oct 2026

   4.3: Seen, Heard, Valued: How Great Teachers Build Relationships

   Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 Students do not walk into our rooms as test scores. They walk in as people who want to feel safe, noticed, and understood, and that reality changes everything about instruction. Dr. Belinda Benner Ordoñez sits down with Dr. Trevor Sparacio, a seventh grade civics teacher and middle school leader, to get specific about how teacher-student relationships translate into stronger learning, better behavior, and real...

2. 

   28 Sept 2026

   4.2: Running on Coffee & Good Intentions: Beyond Survival Mode

   Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 Let's be honest. Many educators spend their days caring for everyone else while putting their own well-being at the bottom of the list. In this episode of Straight Chalk: Podcast for Busy Educators, Dr. Belinda Benner-Ordoñez sits down with nutrition and wellness expert Carly Baillis from No Diet Dietitian to explore practical, realistic ways teachers can support their physical and mental health throughout the...

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   25 Aug 2026

   Start Strong, Stay Strong - 5 First-Week Moves that Matter

   Love what you hear, or have a suggestion for a future episode? 💖 Send me a text. 💌 The first week of school can feel like a sprint, but it’s also your best chance to change the trajectory of the entire year. As we open season four of Straight Chalk, I’m sharing five foundational moves that help you build a classroom where students feel connected, supported, and ready to learn, without relying on gimmicks or one-off activities. We start with belonging because students are silently asking, “D...

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Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 31 / 100

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Quality

37

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

60

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