Strong Teacher
Teaching as Keiko: Embracing the Practice That Transforms
Discover how the Japanese concept of keiko—intentional, disciplined practice—can help teachers reconnect with purpose and transform daily routines into meaningful rituals.
Thrive This Summer
Week 1: The Power of the Pause
Week 1 of Thrive This Summer explores the power of the pause. Learn why rest is essential for educators and get tools to help you reset, reflect, and reclaim your energy.
Teaching
This Moment Will Never Repeat: A Teacher’s Invitation to Presence
Discover the power of Ichi-go ichi-e—the Japanese concept of “one time, one meeting”—and how it can help teachers live and teach with greater presence, purpose, and peace.
Education
Reflect & Reset: Journal Prompts and the Stillness Window Challenge for Teachers
Feeling drained after the school year? This guide offers 5 powerful journal prompts and a 7-day stillness challenge to help teachers reset, reflect, and reclaim their energy this summer.
Why Edify Podcast
🎙️ Podcast Episode: Dave Burgess on Passion, Creativity & Earned Wisdom
Explore an inspiring podcast episode with Dave Burgess, author of Teach Like a PIRATE. Discover practical tips for student engagement, teaching with passion, and must-read PD books for educators.
STRONG Teacher Newsletter
Sunset Ritual
What part of yesterday are you ready to set down so you can carry today more
Thrive This Summer
Thrive This Summer: A Teacher Well-Being Series to Help You Rest, Reflect, and Recharge
Thrive This Summer starts next week—here’s your invite 🌞
Education
Live Wide: A Reminder from Dave Burgess on Living and Teaching with Purpose
Discover what it means to "Live Wide" with insights from Dave Burgess. This inspiring blog post for educators explores bold, purpose-driven teaching and personal growth.
Education
Why Every Teacher Should Write a Year-End Gratitude List
Discover how a year-end gratitude list can boost teacher well-being, highlight growth, and strengthen school community connections.
Education
Rethinking School Discipline: Why Restorative Practices Need More Than Good Intentions
Discover how misapplied restorative practices in schools are falling short and what educators can do to make discipline meaningful and community-centered.
Education
When Students Pull Away: How to Handle End-of-Year Disconnect as a Teacher
End-of-year behavior changes aren’t always about you. They’re often about them — kids grappling with the weight of endings.
Education
Designing a Superhero Science Project with ChatGPT: A Step-by-Step Journey
This post documents how I used ChatGPT to co-create the entire project, from the first brainstorm to the final rubric. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at how teachers can use AI as a powerful planning partner.