Happy New Year!! It's the fourth annual goal review and goal setting episode! I'm sharing how some of my goals went for 2022 and giving a sneak peek into what I'm working towards in 2023. Want to work towards your goals?! Check out the Get Your Goals Course in the shop on my website . Eight video lessons, pdf workbooks, and online google sheet templates. I take you through the process that has helped me set goals and help you make a plan, stay motivated and get your goals. I’ve used this approac...
Jan 01, 2023•17 min•Season 13Ep. 235
Today's episode will share segments from four of your favorite episodes from 2022: Episode 220: Empowering Ensemble with Tech with Theresa Hoover Episode 224: A Discussion about Music Education with Franklin Willis Episode 225: Canva with Janice Wintermyer Episode 226: The Myth of Doing it All with Dr. Sarah Gulish Follow me on Instagram: @highafternoonti Website: www.jessicagrant.org
Dec 27, 2022•41 min•Season 12Ep. 334
It's the end of the year and we're celebrating with highlights from some of the most downloaded episodes in 2022. You'll hear segments from: Episode 192: Singing with Amy Knous Episode 198: Student Choice with Christina Reardon Episode 206: Elemental Music with Kate Bright Episode 215: Rockstar Planner with Suz Paulinski Episode 217: Middle School Choir with Jodi Coke Afternoon Ti: Website - www.jessicagrant.org Instagram - @highafternoonti...
Dec 20, 2022•30 min•Season 12Ep. 233
Looking for something that's simple, fun and easy to teach this month? Here are three musical activities that my students love: 1 - A Musical Parody: Holiday Edition 2 - The Nutcracker Ballet 3 - Carol of the Bells (listen in to the most downloaded episode ever of Afternoon Ti for more details: Episode 130) Get all materials and lesson activites for FREE on my website : www.jessicagrant.org While you're there, sign up for my free newsletter where you'll get more lesson content, encouragement and...
Dec 06, 2022•10 min•Season 12Ep. 232
In October I had the privilege of being interviewed by Victoria Boler for her podcast Elemental Conversations . We discussed three main areas: 1. How to ask for help 2. How to have conversations with parents 3. How to have difficult conversations with parents I hope you enjoy our conversation and a special thank you to Victoria for allowing me to share our talk on the Afternoon Ti podcast. If you haven't checked out her work, I highly recommend that you do! Victoria is thoughtful, thorough and k...
Nov 29, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 12Ep. 231
December is often one of the most hectic months of teaching. Programs. Holidays. Excitement. Parties. Events. It's joyful and stressful. Beth Duhon is here to share seven ideas for surviving teaching in December. Want more teacher health and wellness ideas? Check out our conversation in episodes 147 and 148. About Beth: Beth Duhon has presented on music teacher self-care for the OAKE national conference, IAMEA, Musicplayonline.com , TMEA, TCDA and Houston Arts Partners conferences. She has been ...
Nov 22, 2022•25 min•Season 12Ep. 230
This year's AOSA Conference was one of my favorites. Great sessions. New friends. Time for learning and taking it all in. Listen in to hear some personal reflections from the conference, one particular thing that stood out, and why you should come join in the fun next year.
Nov 15, 2022•16 min•Season 12Ep. 229
How do we bring musical experiences to students in the general music room? How do we get their input and help them learn musical content that they enjoy? Dr. Virginia Davis shares how we can give our older opportunities to share what they want to learn, use our strengths as teachers to provide possibilities, and shares about the importance of enjoying personal musicianship outside of the classroom. She made me think about several things in regards to teacher comfort, student perspective about mu...
Nov 01, 2022•34 min•Season 12Ep. 228
Loops pedals. Viola. Art. Music. Empathy and Connection. Kathryn Patricia is sharing about all of these art forms today as we discuss blending music and art, sound journals, growing connection in our community and expressing our emotions through music. Links Website: kathrynpatricia.com Instagram: @kathrynpatriciaviolist Kathryn Patricia Music Invite Kathryn Patricia into your classroom virtually or by video! Check out masconline HERE. Kathryn Patricia's Bio: Hailing from Canada’s Capital region...
Oct 25, 2022•30 min•Season 12Ep. 227
Dr. Sarah Gulish is a phenomenal human being who serves in many roles as Co-founder of F-Flat books, music educator, author, publisher, wife, mom, friend and more that I’m sure I have just forgotten to share. All of us serve in our work and our life and it can appear that we’re “doing it all” but the reality is that no one person can truly do it all. Sarah shares so much wisdom in our conversation and I love the way she thinks about life in general. I’m certain you’ll learn a lot from her as wel...
Oct 18, 2022•32 min•Season 12Ep. 226
Canva is one of my favorite tech tools. I’m excited for you to meet Janice Wintermyer, a Canva Learning Consultant, who is here to share how Canva can be used in the music classroom. You'll hear about features within Canva and gain some general lesson ideas to use with students. Be sure to follow Janice on Instagram and/or Twitter at @MsWintermyer to learn more. About Janice: Janice Wintermyer is a Canva Learning Consultant who recently joined Canva from the education world. She spent 15 years i...
Oct 11, 2022•31 min•Season 12Ep. 226
Franklin Willis is an incredible educator, encourager, and leader in music education. We met up at the FABSS Conference, hosted by F-Flat Books, to discuss an array of topics: joy in the classroom, student-teacher interaction, self-reflection, music creation, and more. Franklin is full of wisdom, compassion, and joy. I know you'll enjoy our conversation. Links: Instagram: @fwillismusic Website Prince Rhythm Company Books and Resources at F-Flat Books Franklin's Bio: For more than a decade, educa...
Oct 04, 2022•37 min•Season 12Ep. 224
This episode doesn't take itself too seriously. No music ed content, but definitely a fun chat with my friend Becky Barrett about our love for all things Peloton. Our favorite rides. Our favorite instructors. What we love about it all. Becky shared about podcasting with Soundtrap in the Classroom in episode 223. She's a tech guru so check that out! Follow Becky on Twitter: @BeckyEdu Follow Jessica: Instagram: @highafternoonti Website: jessicagrant.org Email: contact@jessicagrant.org...
Sep 27, 2022•19 min
FREEBIE!! Want a free 90 day trial of Soundtrap? Simply head to the Soundtrap website and use the code: AFTERNOONTI Soundtrap provides many options for student voice and choice. Becky Barrett is sharing about her experience using Soundtrap in the classroom with students. She worked alongside another colleague, 6th grade teacher Kim Campbell, to guide students from creating their first 60 second podcast episode about themselves to more in-depth episodes that allowed students to choose their topic...
Sep 27, 2022•27 min•Season 12Ep. 223
Bob Habersat is a creative music educator who fuses technology and musical learning into his high school classes. He is the co-founder of Shed the Music, an online platform that offers several music-ed tech courses that can be used with students. He integrates Soundtrap, instruments, vocals, and music theory. You'll want to check out his website for brilliantly created content! And next summer I highly suggest signing up for his Beat Bootcamp course. It's free and you'll learn so much. Bob Haber...
Sep 20, 2022•32 min•Season 12Ep. 222
Wondering what it's like as a member of The Confident Music Educator Course (TCME)? Michelle Pish joined TCME in Cohort One this past summer. She's sharing why she took the course, what she found valuable and why you should join Cohort Two this fall. Want another reason to join? Save 20% with the code FALL20 when you register for The Confident Music Educator Course. This discount only applies for the Fall 2022 cohort. Registration for the course is open through Sunday, September 18. Come join us...
Sep 14, 2022•10 min
The Confident Music Educator Course is LIVE! Join in the fun for this fall cohort with Danielle Larrick and Jessica Grant. Nine modules focused on music education content for teachers of grades 5-8 that includes over 10 hours of videos, editable documents, resource links, private Facebook group, 150+ page TCME pdf journal, community meet-ups, and SO much more. Don't miss out! Use the coupon code FALL20 for 20% off the course. This coupon is only available for the Fall 2022 cohort. Website Link I...
Sep 13, 2022•21 min•Season 12Ep. 221
*THE COURSE IS LIVE* The Confident Music Educator Course is open for registration! Danielle Larrick and I created this course with upper elementary and middle school general music teachers in mind. The course includes nine robust modules that help you earn strategies for working with older students, lesson planning, assessment, communication, technology and more. You'll receive a wealth of information through video tutorials and conversations, a guided journal specifically made for the course, G...
Sep 06, 2022•37 min•Season 12Ep. 220
This is your one stop shop for hearing about my favorite instruments to use in the classroom. I'll share brands, why quality matters more than quantity, ideas for funding, and why these are the instruments I go back to time and time again. To get more information, check out my blog on my new website: www.jessicagrant.org where you'll have access to free pdfs and content with more detailed information about building your instrumentarium. Instagram: @highafternoonti Website: jessicagrant.org Conta...
Aug 30, 2022•24 min•Season 12Ep. 219
*TWO WEEKS AWAY!!* The Confident Music Educator Course is opening for Cohort Two on September 1, 2022! Danielle Larrick and I created this course with upper elementary and middle school general music teachers in mind. The course includes nine robust modules that help you earn strategies for working with older students, lesson planning, assessment, communication, technology and more. You'll receive a wealth of information through video tutorials and conversations, a guided journal specifically ma...
Aug 23, 2022•24 min•Season 12Ep. 218
*JOIN IN THE FUN!* The Confident Music Educator Course is opening for Cohort Two on September 1, 2022! Danielle Larrick and I created this course with upper elementary and middle school general music teachers in mind. The course includes nine robust modules that help you earn strategies for working with older students, lesson planning, assessment, communication, technology and more. You'll receive a wealth of information through video tutorials and conversations, a guided journal specifically ma...
Aug 16, 2022•42 min•Season 12Ep. 217
I'm always trying to figure out how I can post content on my walls and bulletin boards that is interactive and provides inspiration for composition, movement, and student ideas. You'll hear unique ideas that you can incorporate into your music classroom this year. Learn how I used a simple design outline of my wall space, reconfigured floor space, and found artists' work that reflects music. *JOIN THE FALL MUSIC ED COHORT!!* The Confident Music Educator Course is opening for Cohort Two on Septem...
Aug 09, 2022•19 min•Season 12Ep. 216
I have used several planners over the years, but recently purchased the Rockstar Planner a few months ago. It has helped me focus my intentions, set reasonable daily tasks, and organize the different aspects of my life (goals, family, side hustles). Suzanne Paulinski, the creator of the Rockstar Planner, is here to share all the details! Suzanne is a growth mindset and productivity coach for music industry professionals and the founder of The Rock/Star Advocate, helping them reach their goals wi...
Aug 02, 2022•33 min•Season 12Ep. 215
Was your skin care or makeup routine disrupted over the past few years? Want some tips and tricks for using makeup this fall as you return to school? Listen in to hear seven tips from makeup artist Lindsey Blair about skincare and makeup. She shares what you need to create a 5-minute look or full face and also tells us about some of her favorite products! This episode is the perfect start to returning back to school with a self-care skin and makeup plan! Lindsey Blair is passionate about skincar...
Jul 26, 2022•31 min•Season 11Ep. 215
Five things I've been doing to savor summer and prepare for school: 1. Shop/create classroom decor 2. Organize Google Drive 3. Create document templates 4. Look ahead in the week to set aside non-work time 5. Plan fun family activities that help us beat the heat Afternoon Ti: Follow Jessica on Instagram at @highafternoonti Afternoon Ti Website Afternoon Ti Guide to Teaching Music Book and Journal: Amazon Afternoon Ti Guide to Teaching Music Book and Journal: Fflat Books Intro/Outro Music: Our Bi...
Jul 19, 2022•9 min•Season 11Ep. 214
Today is always a great day to set a goal. Six months remaining in the year. This year hasn't quite gone the way I expected and I'm sharing how some of my goals have shifted from one way to another, how some are still on track from the start of the year and how some are just not happening due to a change of heart and desire. I hope this episode encourages you to look at your goals and consider the goals you want to work towards, the ones you want to revise, and the ones you want to let go. After...
Jul 12, 2022•17 min•Season 11Ep. 213
Where do you find yourself right now: Full on summer mode (relaxing, resting, doing non-school related things) Full on school mode (preparing, planning, creating) A combo of summer and school At the start of July, I always find myself in the combo situation. Doing a little bit of summer break with a bit of school planning and prep. I know I'll go between these three stages at different times over the next few weeks before August. What can we learn as summer continues? To go for it wherever we ar...
Jul 05, 2022•10 min•Season 11Ep. 212
If you're spending a lot of time at home this summer and wanting to mix up life a little bit, try doing a summer tour in your hometown. Julia and I did a dessert tour of Dallas over spring break when we were home. We went to a different place to enjoy a treat each day and it made for a really fun and easy staycation. I'll share simplistic ideas for how you might spend time in your hometown this summer. You might find a new favorite restaurant, walking trail or hobby! Afternoon Ti: Follow Jessica...
Jun 28, 2022•9 min•Season 11Ep. 211
If you're looking for a great read, listen in to hear overview that don't give anything away and quotes from my favorite books (so far) in 2022. I also mentioned Anne Bogel's 2022 Summer Reading Guide. Click HERE to get it. Book 1: Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner Interview with Michelle Book 2: The Power of Writing it Down by Allison Fallon Interview with Allison Book 3: The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine Book 4: The Lazy Genius Kitchen by Kendra Adachi Video Series for The Lazy Genius...
Jun 21, 2022•21 min•Season 11Ep. 210
All of us are motivated by something. Motivation may occur for different reasons depending on the specific task, goal or work that is required/desired. I'll share how the four forms of motivation show up in our lives and provide ideas for 'finding' motivation or starting the momentum. We'll focus on four forms of motivation, which are intrinsic, extrinsic, introjected, and identified. James Clear Website Atomic Habits Book Afternoon Ti: Follow Jessica on Instagram at @highafternoonti Afternoon T...
Jun 14, 2022•21 min•Season 11Ep. 209
