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What does it take to go from serving in law enforcement to shaping the next generation in the classroom? On Episode 7 of The Teacher’s Lounge Podcast, Coach O and Mr. Aragon sit down with educator and powerlifting coach Josh Pacheco to discuss his unique journey into education, the lessons he learned as a police officer, and how those experiences influence his approach to teaching and coaching.

Pacheco shares his path from college to law enforcement, high school football, and ultimately the classroom. The conversation explores the similarities between policing and teaching, the importance of time management, building mutual respect with students, and advice for teachers just starting their careers.

Plus, Coach O and Aragon kick things off with some fall-season talk and another surprise Chicago Bears relic card!

TIME STAMPS

(0:17) Intro with Coach O and Aragon, including the change of seasons to Fall, surprising Coach with ANOTHER Bears relic card

(1:41) Introducing Educator and Coach Josh Pacheco.

(3:43) Pacheco details his college route, work as a police officer, coaching high school football and how he ultimately got to the classroom.

(7:24) Coach O shares the energy Coach Pacheco's powerlifting team has on campus.

(9:31) Transitioning from the police force to the classroom, similarities and differences, and time management.

(14:06) Pacheco on mutual respect.

(16:23) Pacheco's advice for new teachers

(20:28) Final thoughts and outro

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