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It will be interesting to see what the findings are from this study. Attendance has been a hot topic as schools look at improving their rankings/ratings.

🚀 Three key strategies to build a resilient educator workforce Read more from Jim Lloyd, Ed.D. in eSchool News: https://lnkd.in/gZzi3cf3 #insight #improvement #impact #resilienceforeducators

📢Secure early access here: https://lnkd.in/gq4rRgmh With the upcoming release, I wanted to offer a sneak peek into the origins and motivations behind it. Throughout my three decades in the education sector, I've observed a deeply concerning trend. Educators, especially those in senior leadership positions, are facing unprecedented levels of pressure 😓. This has led to severe burnout, stress, and depression, contributing to a worrying increase in staff turnover. This instability severely impacts the educational environment and the quality of student learning. Unfortunately, while schools often prioritize student wellbeing, the mental health and wellness of staff frequently remain overlooked🏫💔. We can't continue like this. It's time to address it before it's too late.⏰ The report delves into these challenges, and explores boosting mental fitness as a viable and sustainable solution💪🧠. By addressing the well-being of our leadership teams, we can foster a healthier, more balanced, and productive learning environment for both staff and students. Don't miss out! Get on the waiting list.📝👀 #SchoolLeadership #EducationalLeadership #MentalFitness #SchoolHeads #SchoolGovernance #SchoolLeaders

Had the privilege of providing health education professional development to an incredible group of educators at Match Education in Boston, MA. Lessonbee is excited to partner with Match to support district wide health education, from elementary to high school. The training took place at the high school, where the learning culture feels supportive and inclusive, as a direct result of adult culture and leader support. Match's commitment to their students' health and wellness education showed up in the following ways: 1. Network and school leader support for health education. The leadership- from C level leaders, to network instructional leadership, and school leaders- showed alignment in providing quality health education and supporting the teachers and students. After the training, Match's COO Michael Kerr was onsite to check in, see how it went and reinforce support from the network. 2. Collaboration and partnership: Both school and network leaders attended the professional development to support their teachers. The PD included teachers, co-teachers, school counselors, community partners, an assistant principal, and network lead for health. In this way, all involved in teaching health education, supporting the teachers, and providing tiered interventions, are on the same page to collaborate and implement the vision. 3. Academy level alignment: Match is committed to providing health education at each academy level and aligning so that students build on knowledge learned and skills mastered in health education year over year. #healthandwellness #mentalhealth #healtheducation #partnership

Disruptive behavior in the classroom is a growing problem. ✏️ More than 70% of teachers have reported an increase in disruptive classroom behavior, up from 66% prior to the pandemic. (EdWeek Research Center). ✏️ About 80% of educators said that the pandemic made students less motivated to do their best in school, with 68% indicating that student’s morale is lower than before 2020. ✏️ Behavioral issues are having a significant impact with students losing nearly 3 weeks of instructional time in a school year, according to EAB. Given the seriousness of these issues, multiple states across the country have enacted laws designed to: • support students' social, emotional and behavioral wellness • encourage more teacher training in behavior management • drive use of data-driven multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) for interventions These new requirements pose challenges for many school districts that have limited resources and are contending with teacher shortages resulting from burnout and retirements. Learn more about an evidence-based approach to fostering positive behaviors, decreasing behaviors that interfere with learning, and maximizing both student and educator success: https://bit.ly/3WArT5r #Education #Learning #Teachers #Educators #EdTech #Schools #ProfessionalDevelopment

Multiple states have passed legislation around the need for improved classroom management practices and the associated professional development needed for educators. This includes training on topics such as behavioral health, suicide prevention, trauma-informed practices, mental health and classroom management. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻? The National Center for Education Statistics reports that more than 80% of U.S. public schools say the pandemic has negatively impacted student behavior and socio-emotional development. USA Today reports that over 70% of educators in a recent national survey say students are misbehaving more now than before the pandemic. This has driven an urgent need for #professionaldevelopment for both teachers and administrators with a focus on understanding factors that impact: ➡️ both student and adult social, emotional and behavior well-being ➡️ how to create a positive classroom and school environment ➡️ effective use of classroom management strategies Is this just another task added to teachers’ already-full plates? Learn more about how Rethink Ed can support all your training needs that maximizes both student and educator success: https://bit.ly/3WArT5r #Education #Learning #Teachers #Educators #EdTech #Schools

In these turbulent times, creating a safe and caring classroom is on every educator’s mind, and many are wondering how to reduce isolation and build community right at the beginning of the year. We know that when students feel like they are an important member of a classroom community, they are more likely to be able to learn, and less likely to engage in challenging behaviors. This is why we’ve developed a Wellness Curriculum that goes above and beyond creating safe and caring classrooms to support teachers in building their classroom communities. It’s filled with easy-to-use activities to engage learners, spark meaningful discussions, and foster intentional collaboration and positive problem-solving. Help your educators start their year with compassion and community with these complimentary practical resources from our K-12 Wellness Curriculum: ✅ Strategies for Collaborative Learning Teacher Resource: https://bit.ly/3ZsUOKr ✅Collaborative Relationships Student Resource: https://bit.ly/47tb680 To learn more, visit our Wellness website: https://bit.ly/4epXCMz #Wellness #Education #Learning #Teachers #Educators #EdTech #Schools

💬 Reflecting on Teacher Wellbeing and Why So Many Are Considering Leaving Education.... The statistics in this image below are both revealing and concerning. 94% of teachers cite high workload as a major factor for considering leaving education. 84% mention stress and poor wellbeing, while 83% feel their views aren’t valued by policymakers. These numbers speak volumes about the immense pressure our educators are under. But what’s even more striking is the collective toll this takes on teacher wellbeing—both mentally and physically. 📚 Education is more than just curriculum delivery; it’s about nurturing young minds, and our educators play a critical role in shaping the futures of the next generation. Yet, how can they do this effectively if their own wellbeing is neglected? 🔑 As educational leaders, policymakers, and school trusts, we need to focus on supporting the wellbeing of our teachers as a top priority: We must address workload to ensure educators have the time to focus on quality teaching, rather than being overwhelmed by administrative tasks. Mental health support should be embedded into the culture of our schools, providing safe spaces for teachers to discuss and manage stress. Trusts and schools should actively engage with teacher feedback to value their insights, involving them in decisions that impact their classrooms. By focusing on teacher wellbeing, we not only improve retention but also enhance the learning environment for students. Happy, supported teachers create thriving classrooms—a win for everyone. As we reflect on this, it’s clear that real change is needed in how we support and value our educators. Let’s commit to creating a system where teachers feel heard, supported, and inspired, and where their wellbeing is central to the success of our schools. #TeacherWellbeing #EducationMatters #SupportOurTeachers #Workload #MentalHealthInSchools #EducationalLeadership #RetentionInEducation #JigsawEducation

One of the most effective and efficient ways to transform classroom climates is through behavior-focused professional development for teachers—whether they're seasoned pros or just starting out. Now, imagine making that PD on-demand and accessible whenever it fits into a teacher's busy schedule. The result? An entirely new school climate by Christmas! Empower your educators with the tools they need, when they need them, and watch the positive impact ripple through your classrooms. RethinkEd #Education #ProfessionalDevelopment #PositiveBehavior #SchoolClimate #TeacherSupport

Professor Marc Brackett has deep expertise in emotions and schools (Founding Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence) and I use his "How We Feel" app regularly with clients. In this article, he shares "Research also shows that the most effective approaches to supporting educator wellness include leaders using evidence-based practices to develop educators’ emotional skills and school leaders applying the skills of emotional intelligence to build a positive school climate" Definitely a weekend read (10 mins). #teacherwellbeing #principalwellbeing #compassionateschools