STRONG Teacher Newsletter
Simplicity by Subtraction
What is one thing I can subtract—at work or in life—to make more room for what matters?
Ruck Reflecction
Why Assuming Good Intentions Can Improve Your Teaching Experience
Discover how the simple mindset shift of assuming good intentions can ease tough interactions and support teacher well-being.
Weekly Review
Frozen Funds and Good Intentions
Discover how the Trump administration's $6.8B school funding freeze impacts students of color, low-income families, and special education. Plus: teacher tips on assuming good intent, inspiration from Stephen Covey, and curated resources for educators.
Thrive This Summer
Week 5: Feel It to Free It
Learn how intentional nourishment can restore your energy, mood, and mindset. This week’s guide helps teachers reconnect with their bodies through care, not control—one meal, one pause at a time.
STRONG Teacher Newsletter
Quiet Strength and Summer Stories: Books for Educator Renewal
Explore a curated summer reading list for teachers designed to inspire rest, reflection, and renewal. Discover five books that nurture both your heart and mind this season.
Education
What Happens When Schools Ban Cellphones? New Research and a Fresh Take on Classroom Culture
A Texas high school banned phones all day. Here’s what the research uncovered—and what it can teach us about classroom culture and policy.
Teaching
Hooked on Learning: 3 Creator Tricks Teachers Can Use to Capture Student Attention
Learn how teachers can use strategies from internet creators—like clickbait, cold opens, and cliffhangers—to spark student curiosity and engagement.
Weekly Report
Follow The Sun
This week is about soft planning — dreaming ahead without pressure, giving shape to your values, not just your to-dos.
Education
Welcome to Why Edify: Your Hub for Teacher Support and Inspiration
Get a tour of Why Edify and discover tools, resources, and community to help you thrive as an educator—happier, healthier, and stronger.
Teaching Tip
3 Powerful Ways to Use AI to Hook Students and Boost Classroom Engagement
Discover how to use AI to instantly capture student attention with personalized prompts, vivid visuals, and interactive roleplays. These 3 simple strategies will transform your lesson openings and drive deeper learning.
Coaching
Purpose, Practice, and Presence: What I’m Learning About Coaching and Teaching
This is learning in public — and you're invited along for the journey.
Why Edify Wisdom
Shanna Martin Shares Earned Wisdom: Technology Integration, Classroom Management, and Podcasting
Every person has a story that teaches valuable lessons. Here is the Earned Wisdom of Shanna Martin from the Tech Tools for Teachers Podcast.