MKHalcott

Chalk Dust Chatter

Education EN ↓ 3 episodes

Together, we'll explore the triumphs, struggles, lessons, laughter, and occasional chaos that come with dedicating your life to education. From heartwarming moments and hilarious mishaps to the experiences that make us question everything we thought we knew, this podcast is a place for educators to share the stories that rarely make it into the lesson plans. Whether you're a future teacher, a current educator, a retired school employee, or simply someone who appreciates the impact of great teachers, you'll find something familiar here. Because teaching is more than a profession; it's a collect...

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MKHalcott

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The Classrooms That Made Me & the Lessons They Taught Me 06.07.2026 10:52

Student teaching isn't just about learning how to teach. It's about discovering the kind of educator you're becoming. In this episode of Chalk Dust Chatter , Missy reflects on two very different student teaching placements, the mentor teachers who shaped her thinking, and the students who reminded her that relationships, curiosity, and creativity are at the heart of meaningful learning. From first...

The Long Way Around 20.06.2026 7:17

In the premiere episode of Chalk Dust Chatter , Missy shares the winding journey that led her to the classroom. From being told teaching wasn't a realistic career path to finding mentors who challenged her to "make it possible," this personal story explores perseverance, self-belief, and the educators who change lives. Along the way, she reflects on the teachers who inspired her, the obstacles tha...

Chalk Dust Chatter: Trailer 12.06.2026 3:55

Thank you for listening to Chalk Dust Chatter. If you are an educator, future, present, or past, and this podcast resonates with you, please consider sharing it with a fellow educator. Our collective stories may serve to entertain, inspire, and connect educators to one another. Please consider sharing your own chalk dust chat with the host of this podcast. To do so, please complete this submission...