School Leadership
A Big Announcement
I’m thrilled to share that I’m writing a new book, Living with the HEART in Mind, scheduled for release in late spring/summer 2026! This will ...
How To Earn People’s Trust
Did you know that trust is an emotion? According to psychologist Robert Plutchik, trust is one of our eight primary emotions—something we naturally feel ...
How To Do Hard Things
I'm so excited to celebrate two special milestones this week: the fourth anniversary of Teaching with the HEART in Mind and the sale of over ...
Post-Election Feelings
Today, educators will face a whole range of feelings in their classrooms. While some students, teachers, and parents will feel empowered and triumphant, others ...
Back-to-School SEL Guide
Effective educators know how important it is to set up a positive classroom culture right from the start. The beginning of the school year ...
Liberating our HEARTs
“Education is the practice of freedom.” - Paulo Freire Paulo Freire, renowned educator and philosopher, ignited a flame of hope for countless individuals, including ...
What Makes a Great Leader?
Every summer, I teach an Emotional Intelligence (EQ) course to aspiring principals who are getting prepared for the challenges of leadership through the Summer Principals Academy at ...
Educator Stress Is a Collective Challenge
Educators are no strangers to stress. From managing classrooms to juggling administrative tasks, the demands of the profession can often feel overwhelming, particularly in ...
Women Leading from the HEART
Emotional intelligence is crucial for effective and transformational leadership in schools. It helps leaders handle challenges, assess the impact of their actions, and model ...