Middle School Mary Poppins

By: Suzanne M. Swain EdS MSSW
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  • Middle School Mary Poppins

    Host: Suzanne M. Swain, EdS, MSSW

    Imagine Mr. Rogers for the 2024 middle school set, with a splash of retro flair and a dash of divergent thinking, Middle School is the best place to be! . "Middle School Mary Poppins" is an educational podcast that's here to shake up the way we approach tween and teen development. Divergence focuses equally on creativity, mental health, and broad thinking. Grab your quarters and hit the pizza place for a multiverse ride through gamifying Middle School.

    Led by the enthusiastic veteran teach & Mary Poppins 2.0, Suzanne M. Swain, this show dives into the exciting world of divergent teens and tweens, celebrating their unique perspectives and untapped potential. Through a vibrant mix of pop culture references, boundless imagination, and a healthy dose of 80s and 90s nostalgia, we're on a mission to supercharge creativity and pave the way for success. Howard Gardner, Carol Dweck, Jean Piaget, and Erik Erikson are a few influences that give us clues on how to fix school violence once and for all. It ALL starts in the Middle. Let's rev up K12 again and fuel middle schools to be arts-based for mental health coping skills. We CAN do this; we're Goonies after all!
    Key Features:

    • Explores the positive aspects of autism, ADD, ADHD, and other behavioral and mental health conditions
    • Empowers families and educators with strategies to nurture divergent thinking
    • Utilizes metaverses and imaginative scenarios to engage and educate
    • Packed with fun, humorous, relatable content that speaks to both kids and adults


    "Middle School Mary Poppins" is your guide to flipping the script on traditional approaches to neurodiversity. We're here to show that what some see as challenges are actually superpowers in disguise. Join us as we embark on a fun-filled journey, transforming the middle school experience one episode at a time.
    It's time for a retro remix of middle school. Let's rock y'all Ready Player One!
    © 2024 Suzanne M.Swain, EdS MSSW - ChalkSpace Educational Productions - This podcast is the sole property of Suzanne M. Swain, EdS MSSW
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  • EP: 2 - Teachers, Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now

    EP: 2 - Teachers, Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now
    Sep 24 2024

    In this heartwarming and thought-provoking episode, Suzanne explores the metaphor of the apple to uncover the often hidden struggles and strengths of both teachers and students. Just like an apple may appear perfect on the outside, but be bruised within, people carry unseen emotions and experiences beneath their surface. Drawing from her experiences as a professor of education and therapist, Suzanne shares a powerful story about connecting with a student through a simple apple experiment, revealing deep truths about mental health, resilience, and the impact teachers have on shaping young lives. As she reflects on the challenges educators face post-pandemic, Suzanne offers an inspiring reminder that, like apples, there's beauty and sweetness in everyone—sometimes we just need to look beneath the surface.


    Contact Suzanne Swain:
    Email:     Suzanne@msmarypoppins.com
    Website: www.msmarypoppins.com
    Facebook:     Suzanne Swain
    Produced By: StellaMix Podcast Production

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    49 mins
  • EP: 1 - Mary Poppins 2.0: Reigniting the Spark in Education

    EP: 1 - Mary Poppins 2.0: Reigniting the Spark in Education
    Aug 5 2024

    Hey Gen Xers, remember when Mary Poppins seemed like the ultimate fix for everything? As a teacher and therapist, I’ve spent years wishing we had her magic back in the classroom. I’m Suzanne M. Swain, EDS/MSSW, and I've lived between the worlds of therapy and education, teaching emotions, middle school, and everything in between.

    In this episode, we’ll dive deep into the heart of teaching and how creativity, empathy, and a sprinkle of that "Mary Poppins" magic can revive education. Together, we’ll explore how teachers can reclaim their spark, bring joy back into learning, and foster real connection with students—because, as Dr. Rita Pierson said, "Kids don’t learn from people they don’t like."

    Join me on this whimsical journey to rethink middle school, inspire creativity, and rediscover the joy of teaching. Let’s create a new version of education that nurtures both students and teachers, because, like Mary Poppins, we have the power to transform lives—one classroom at a time. Ready to play? Let’s rewrite the game together!


    Contact Suzanne Swain:
    Email:     Suzanne@msmarypoppins.com
    Website: www.msmarypoppins.com
    Facebook:     Suzanne Swain
    Produced By: StellaMix Podcast Production

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    26 mins

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