Michelle Gram Giesen
Empowering students to shine through storytelling adventures.
Michelle Gram Giesen
Empowering students to shine through storytelling adventures.
About Michelle Gram Giesen
Empowering students to shine through storytelling adventures.
I am an elementary school teacher and Arts Teacher Mentor with a passion for interactive storytelling and arts education. With over 20 years of experience in teaching and theatre, I specialize in creating dynamic drama programming that captivates both educators and students. As the owner of Story Drama Suite, I combine my love for drama and storytelling to foster creativity and engagement in the classroom and beyond. My workshops and presentations focus on integrating arts into various curriculum areas, including STEAM, mental health, and social justice. I have had the privilege of sharing my expertise across Canada, the USA, and New Zealand, helping educators empower their students through the transformative power of storytelling.
Why Book Michelle Gram Giesen as Your Podcast Guest
Engaging Classroom Stories
I bring real examples that help hosts spark meaningful conversations about creativity and learning.
Actionable Teaching Strategies
I share practical drama and storytelling techniques that listeners can apply immediately.
Audience-First Insights
I deliver relatable experiences that resonate with educators, parents, and creative professionals.
Dynamic Guest Presence
I offer an energetic and interactive speaking style that elevates episode engagement.
Episode Angles & Topics
The Power of Story Drama
How storytelling reshapes classroom engagement and learning.
Integrating Arts into STEAM
Practical strategies for teachers to elevate STEAM lessons.
Arts for Social Justice & Mental Health
Using creative tools to support student identity and wellbeing.
Empowering Educators Through Drama
Helping teachers build confidence with arts-based methods.
What You'll Get From This Interview
Audience Takeaways
Practical tools, creative frameworks, and real classroom-tested strategies for using arts and storytelling to boost engagement and build supportive learning environments.
Hot Topics
Why Trust Me
The Ideal Show
Podcasts focused on education, teaching strategies, creativity in learning, arts integration, mental health in schools, and women in business.
Recent Podcast Appearances
Key Achievements
Led workshops at major education conferences across Canada, USA, and New Zealand
Designed curriculum for TVO, Canadian Theatre Museum, and Arts Fusion
Owner of Story Drama Suite delivering arts-based programming
Recognized puppeteer with shadow puppetry specialization
Professional Experience
Music, Drama, Dance Teacher K-6
Howard Junior Public School
Teaching arts, leading choirs, directing plays, coaching teams, and mentoring educators.
Integrated Arts Teacher, ESL Teacher, Librarian
Princess Margaret Junior School
Taught integrated arts, led school productions, coached teams, and supported ESL learners.
Teacher
Humber Valley Village JMS
Taught multiple grades and subjects, directed plays, and coached extracurricular sports.
Owner
Story Drama Suite
Provides drama workshops, presentations, consulting, and immersive storytelling services.
Education
Bachelor of Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts Honours
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