Front of the Class

Front of the Class
Podcast Description
The Front of the Class podcast brings you real stories from real educators — insightful, inspiring, and sometimes unexpected! Hear from passionate teachers, school leaders, and education experts as they share career journeys, challenges, and game-changing strategies. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro, this podcast is your go-to for fresh ideas, motivation, and a community that gets it.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores themes such as innovative teaching strategies, career transitions in education, and the importance of representation in the classroom. Episodes include discussions on career journeys of teachers like Cara Gregory who transitioned from IT to teaching, and Lucas Gaffey who shares insights from 17 years of teaching high school science and math.

The Front of the Class podcast brings you real stories from real educators — insightful, inspiring, and sometimes unexpected! Hear from passionate teachers, school leaders, and education experts as they share career journeys, challenges, and game-changing strategies. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned pro, this podcast is your go-to for fresh ideas, motivation, and a community that gets it.
”Make it about the kids.”
That’s the guiding principle for Ohio high school teacher Jake Knapp, who believes that everything in the classroom should be focused on what helps students learn and grow.
In episode 21 of the Front of the Class podcast, Knapp shares how he brings creativity, technology, and real-world relevance into his social studies lessons. From using AI to reimagine Cold War leaders as action figures to building professional connections that elevate his practice, Knapp’s reflections offer encouragement and inspiration for any educator looking to stay student-centered and future-focused.
Knapp’s honesty about classroom mistakes and his advice for embracing growth and collaboration will resonate with educators at any stage of their journey.
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