Ep 144 Students Aren’t Broken — They’re Responding

In this episode, I talk about the conditions shaping what we’re seeing in classrooms right now—especially around behavior, attention, and regulation—and why so many teachers are quietly questioning themselves because of it. This isn’t a rant. It’s not about blaming kids or excusing behavior. It’s about reframing what’s happening so teachers can stop internalizing systemic shifts as personal failure—and start making choices that protect their sanity. I also share how I’ve adjusted my own classroom practice to stay grounded in a version of teaching that didn’t reset after the pandemic. If you’ve been wondering: Why does this feel harder than it should? Am I doing something wrong? How do I keep doing this without burning out? This episode is for you. I have a YouTube channel! Join me over there and

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Ep 144 Students Aren’t Broken — They’re Responding is an episode from Teachers Need Teachers by Kimberly Lepre.

This episode is 19:04 long.

This episode was published on Jan 5, 2026.

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