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116: Why is Fun Important to Jamie Jun? - Chaotic Harmony Podcast

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Jun 18, 2025

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Jamie Jun

Jamie Jun, an elementary music teacher from Sacramento, shares her inspiring journey into education and her passion for integrating play into learning. She emphasizes how vital fun is for children’s development, drawing from her decade of teaching experience. Highlighting the transformative power of music education, she discusses the importance of building strong connections in the classroom. The conversation also touches on challenges faced in music programs and the joy of fostering creativity and community among students and staff.

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Origin of 'Miss Jen Brings Fun'

Jamie Jun created her tagline "Miss Jen brings the fun" early in her teaching career.
The tagline reflects her playful teaching style and evolved from an initial version about "running with fun."

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Full-Time Teaching Strengthens Connections

Being a full-time teacher at one school allowed Jamie to build stronger relationships with staff and parents.
She appreciates knowing more adults and feeling more involved compared to itinerant teaching.

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Jamie’s Childhood Dream of Authorship

Jamie wanted to be an author and wrote short stories in notebooks during early high school.
The dream faded after lack of encouraging feedback and realizing being an author is challenging.

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Navigating a Decade of Teaching in Sacramento

05:40 • 2min

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Building Connections in a New Work Environment

07:33 • 2min

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Journey Through Music Education

09:14 • 15min

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Playful Learning through Music

23:51 • 18min

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We finally get to hear from Jamie! Jamie Jun shares her story, how she became an educator, and why play is so vital in learning. Join us! Our Social Media: @CHClassroom Find Us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/CHClassroom Jonathan Seligman: @mrSeligman Jamie Jun: @jmejune To learn more about San Diego Orff Levels, go to: tinyurl.com/SDOrffLevels Books Featured: Pocket Full of Sads - Brad Davidson The Helping Sweater - Rachel Mas Davidson Rain Before Rainbows - Smriti Prasadam-Halls The Mixed Up Chameleon - Eric Carle Eyes That Speak to the Stars - Joanna Ho My Invisible Bubble - Michelle Chan The Little Kiwi’s New Year - Nikki Slade Robinson Crystal Pridmore is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony Classroom. To see more of what she is doing, visit Crystal Pridmore's home page at www.crystalpridmore.com Jonathan Seligman is a co-host of Chaotic Harmony. To see his happenings and all he's doing, go check his website at www.jonseligman.com Care to learn more about San Diego Orff Levels 2025? Session is from June 30-July 11. Click the link below: tinyurl.com/SDOrffLevels Bryan Pridmore is a financial advisor at Mission Trails Financial. Mission Trails Financial provides awareness, education, and implementation for individuals and businesses looking to navigate their financial pathways. As a Fiduciary, the financial advisor is required to act within the best interest of the client. Please set up an appointment by calling (619) 419-0238 or by visiting missiontrailsfinancial.com

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