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.
Weekly Review
Micro Moments, Major Impact
Discover how tiny habits—like microbreaks, mini stretches, and small wins—can create more ease and energy in your teaching and life. This week’s Why Edify Weekly is all about the power of small resets to help you feel better and teach stronger.
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.
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.
STRONG Teacher Newsletter
Honor Rest
Here’s your midweek boost — a quote, a resource, and a reminder that there is power in the pause.
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.
Teachers
10 Things to Let Go of This Summer (and One to Keep)
Clear the mental clutter and create space for joy, rest, and purpose.
Weekly Report
Three Good Things
Here are a few small steps toward feeling more present, energized, and grounded in your work and life.
Why Edify Podcast
🎧 New Podcast Episode: The Chromebook Conundrum – Distraction vs. Learning
In this debut episode, I take on one of the biggest double-edged swords in education today—technology.
Weekly Report
Human Connection
Topics for this week include summer school reading, the importance of human connection in schools and great books to read this summer.
STRONG Teacher Newsletter
Not For Sale
Remember: many of the most powerful life-enhancing things cannot be purchased.
End Of The Year
Keep the Bar High: How Consistent Expectations Transform Your End-of-Year Classroom
Discover why maintaining high classroom expectations through the end of the school year is crucial for student success. Learn practical strategies for keeping standards elevated, managing spring energy, and fostering lasting achievement.