# 231. Teaching on an Island: What to Do When Parents and Admin Won’t Help

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Podcast: [Secondary Science Simplified™](https://stenobird.com/podcast/secondary-science-simplified-4520161)
Published: 2026-04-20T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode231
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Duration seconds: 900

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Caring deeply about your students can feel exhausting when you’re the only one showing up! In this episode, I share how to support a student when admin and parents aren’t involved, without taking on everything yourself. You’ll learn how to do your due diligence through consistent communication, shift your perspective with empathy, and bring in additional support when needed. Most importantly, it’s about building a strong connection with your student while protecting your time and energy, sett...

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