Do you need more support and encouragement for your challenging students? Do you want proven behavior strategies that will help create resilient students? You can make a difference in their lives and prepare them for success as a caring, productive person. Building relationships with your students will motivate them to learn more and behave better. ”Positive relationships are the foundations for learning success!” Cicely Woodard.
Executive functioning and emotional regulation are intertwined in the brains self-management system. Why does this matter? We sometimes assume students are just lazy or are refusing but they may just…
Did you know that the brain's structure and chemistry respond to emotional environments? Actually, learning is biologically impossible without emotional safety. Today we dive into ways you can help y…
The start of a new school year is supposed to feel like a fresh chapter—sharpened pencils, clean notebooks, and a sense of possibility. But for so many teachers it also brings exhaustion before the f…
Today I chat with Mario Lodge, a wellness coach including, nutrition and fitness, who is also completing Chiropractor school. With over a decade of experience studying student wellness, he shares fou…
New school year, fresh start! If you’re feeling the pressure to prep, plan, and perform, pause and listen. This episode is your guide to intentional classroom setup—using trauma-informed micro-interv…
From the moment students walk through the door, they’re scanning for safety, connection, and cues that tell them, “You matter here.” Belonging isn’t just a feel-good bonus—it’s a prerequisite for lea…
One of the best things about having a tough year is being able to look back and grow from it. Having a year where I was sick a lot, having been pushed to the floor by a student, running after student…
Do you want to better understand and support your students who are hurting? Then you need to know how trauma can impact your student's ability to learn and interact with others. Andrew gives his expe…
Building trust with your students is the heartbeat of your classroom. This also takes time and intentionality and will improve everyone's mental health and behavior. It is definitely worth the effort…
Did you know 80% of educators believe behavior has worsened since the pandemic with frequent tantrums, defiance, and emotional outbursts? (rethinked.com) These interruptions can lead up to a loss of …
Early childhood trauma affects your students brain development which affects their stress response, memory, and emotional regulation. There is a reason behind their behavior. How can you help your st…
Research shows that when students build self-regulation skills, they're more focused, more motivated, and more successful in your classroom. Helping your students manage their emotions, attention, an…
Students are facing challenges self-regulation, struggling to process a multitude of emotions that influence their behavior. Can they be guided to identify their emotions and respond appropriately to…
Your student's well-being goes beyond academics. It's fostering resilience, building confidence, and growing their emotional intelligence. These all work together allowing them to thrive in your clas…
Why do your students behave the way they do? Why is it important to understand where your students are coming from? Ultimately, there are lots of factors that affect their actions which affect their …
An impactful teacher can change the course of a students life. They can bring healing by being a safe, caring adult in their lives. They can build their students confidence and self-esteem which carr…
As the school year comes to a close, today we're reflecting on what challenged you, surprised you, and/or helped you grow through your students behaviors. So, whether you're looking for insight, stra…
This is that time of year when you're cramming to get assignments and assessments done while your students cry about anything and everything! How are you surviving? Today I want to encourage you with…
We can't do this without you! You, educators, are the heart of student and school success. You give more than you think you can and show up everyday ready to teach and influence your students to love…
Are you tired of constantly battling your students who argue? Are you struggling to get through your lesson because of the many interruptions? Today, I'm talkin with Andrew Smith, Behavior Tutor Expe…