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The Realities of Teaching: Reflections on SNL's 'Y'all Won'

In this episode of the The Teacher Shortage Crisis podcast, Amanda ,Trina English and Jessica Martin, react to the recent 'Saturday Night Live' sketch 'Y'all Won.' The conversation delves into the current state of K-12 public education, exploring the challenges teachers face, including behavior management, systemic issues within school districts, and the impact of COVID-19 on student behavior. They also highlight the need for structural changes, increased collaboration, and teacher leadership to address these pressing issues. The episode calls for solidarity among educators and the sharing of personal stories to push for change in the education system.

00:53 Reacting to SNL's 'Y'all Won' Sketch
03:14 Challenges in Modern Education
03:52 Behavioral Issues in Schools
06:53 Impact of COVID on Student Behavior
12:03 Administrative Responses to Behavioral Problems
14:11 Teachers as Behavior Managers
17:07 Systemic Issues in Education
21:02 Call to Action for Teachers
22:32 National Standards and Teacher Preparation
23:22 Emotional Reflections on Student Progress
24:35 Challenges and Emotional Struggles in Teaching
24:56 End of School Year Reflections
25:54 Systemic Issues in Education Leadership
28:49 The Role of Teacher Leaders
34:38 Evaluation and Complacency in Teaching
37:53 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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