Chalkboard Chatter Podcast with Candice Nicholson (Jackson)

In this inspiring episode of Chalkboard Chatter, Candice Nicholson (formerly Candice Jackson) shares a whirlwind of summer milestones, from being named 2024 Teacher of the Year to being selected for a week-long professional development in nature conservation. But that’s not all—Candice reveals a surprise close to her heart: she’ll be receiving the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award from Michigan Stat...

This episode is packed with sunshine, sisterhood, and soulful reflection! Candice takes us on a heartfelt summer journey, starting with highlights from the Chalkboard Chatter Girls’ Retreat—a joyful space for 3rd and 4th-grade girls to connect through yoga, scavenger hunts, and a beautiful ceremony honoring 4th-grade leaders. She also introduces the Teach. Play. Learn. initiative, a summer program...

Welcome back to Chalkboard Chatter, the cozy corner of the podcast world where K–5 educators, curriculum leaders, and real-life superheroes gather for inspiration, honesty, and a whole lot of heart. In this follow-up to our beloved “Beyond the Bell: Life, Love & Learning” episode, host Candice Nicholson invites you to take a breath, refill your emotional cup, and lean into some nourishing conversa...

Candice Nicholson (Jackson) explores the delicate balance educators must strike between personal well-being and professional dedication. This episode highlights self-care, the evolving role of AI in the classroom, and the power of community when launching new curriculum. Listeners will find real stories and actionable insights for thriving as teachers and parents.

This episode brings listeners into the sensory delights of summer, from Michigan's National Cherry Festival to family cookouts and personal self-care. Candice and Vern share fresh travel experiences, tasty discoveries, and reflections on savoring simple joys during the busy back-to-school season. Perfect for educators looking to recharge and reconnect with their own summer rhythms.

This episode explores practical self-care strategies for educators at the halfway mark of 2025, blending personal wellness with professional reflection. From soul-nourishing routines and summer playlists to actionable self-pampering steps, discover ways to infuse joy, rest, and presence into your summer.

Discover how educators can reclaim summer for self-care, personal growth, and joyful reconnection. This episode offers practical fashion tips, explores the importance of love languages, and inspires listeners to nourish their mind, body, and spirit after a busy school year.

Join Michigan's 2024 Teacher of the Year, Candice Nicholson (formerly Candice Jackson), as she explores summer's hottest trends in fashion, food, and travel, all while reflecting on the joys and challenges educators face during the break. From refreshing recipes and school nostalgia to lively festivals, this episode brings warmth and wisdom to your summer days.

Candice Nicholson shares the joys, challenges, and everyday inspirations of being an educator. From the thrill of student breakthroughs to simple self-care rituals and classroom-friendly meal ideas, this episode celebrates the heart and soul of teaching.

Join Candice Nicholson as she reflects on the art of teacher self-care during summer break, sharing travel stories, unique recipes, and the importance of rest. This episode celebrates educators who teach through the summer while offering inspiration and practical tips for maintaining balance and joy.

This episode dives into practical summer wellness strategies for teachers, from embracing rest to simplifying meals with meal kits like HelloFresh and Factor. Candice shares favorite recipes, explores the value of authenticity in the classroom, and highlights how teachers can nurture themselves while making an impact.

In this episode, Candice reflects on her year as Michigan Teacher of the Year, the unique ways educators celebrate learning, and the national spotlight on teachers at the White House. Listeners will hear stories of imperfection, authenticity, and why honoring teachers matters now more than ever.

This episode explores practical ways educators can move from end-of-year exhaustion to a summer of renewal. We discuss concrete self-care strategies, mindful planning, and real-life examples to help teachers recharge and set healthy boundaries for the break ahead.