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EPISODE · Mar 20, 2025 · 32 MIN

The Happy Teacher Revolution – Empowering Educators with Danna Thomas

from Everything But The Lesson Plan · host Franchesca Thompson

In this episode of Everything But The Lesson Plan, we sit down with Danna Thomas  of the Happy Teacher Revolution, a groundbreaking initiative that supports the mental health and well-being of educators worldwide. Danna Thomas explains  how the HTR movement is transforming how educators prioritize self-care and build supportive communities.Tune in to learn about the importance of teacher mental health, the impact it has on student success, and actionable steps teachers and school leaders can take to combat burnout. Whether you’re an educator seeking balance or an ally looking to make a difference, this conversation is your roadmap to revolutionizing the teaching experience.About The Host: Danna ThomasDanna Thomas, a former Baltimore City Public School teacher, is the author and founder of Happy Teacher Revolution: a global initiative to support the mental health and wellness of educators. The organization has supported thousands of teachers across the United States, Canada, Nigeria, Brazil, and Senegal by providing educators with the time and space to feel, deal, and be real about the social-emotional demands of the job. When she’s not playing saxophone in Baltimore, Danna lives on her converted school bus “Begonia” as she continues her own journey of claiming and sustaining joy.@HappyTeacherRevolutionIf you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here.At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.About The Host: Franchesca ThompsonWelcome to the "Everything But the Lesson Plan", a podcast brought to you by Thrive12, an education company designed to ensure you thrive every month of the year. I am an educator, entrepreneur, and influencer on a mission to transform education with innovative tools, tips, and resources for educators everywhere!Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchesca-thompson95/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ithrive12Instagram: ithrive_12Website: www.thrive12.comStore: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Thrive-12#Listen to #EverythingButTheLessonPlan #Thrive12 #education #teacherpodcast #teacherspayteachers #teachersfollowteachers #teach #classroomideas teacherpod

In this episode of Everything But The Lesson Plan, we sit down with Danna Thomas  of the Happy Teacher Revolution, a groundbreaking initiative that supports the mental health and well-being of educators worldwide. Danna Thomas explains  how the HTR movement is transforming how educators prioritize self-care and build supportive communities.Tune in to learn about the importance of teacher mental health, the impact it has on student success, and actionable steps teachers and school leaders can take to combat burnout. Whether you’re an educator seeking balance or an ally looking to make a difference, this conversation is your roadmap to revolutionizing the teaching experience.About The Host: Danna ThomasDanna Thomas, a former Baltimore City Public School teacher, is the author and founder of Happy Teacher Revolution: a global initiative to support the mental health and wellness of educators. The organization has supported thousands of teachers across the United States, Canada, Nigeria, Brazil, and Senegal by providing educators with the time and space to feel, deal, and be real about the social-emotional demands of the job. When she’s not playing saxophone in Baltimore, Danna lives on her converted school bus “Begonia” as she continues her own journey of claiming and sustaining joy.@HappyTeacherRevolutionIf you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here.At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.About The Host: Franchesca ThompsonWelcome to the "Everything But the Lesson Plan", a podcast brought to you by Thrive12, an education company designed to ensure you thrive every month of the year. I am an educator, entrepreneur, and influencer on a mission to transform education with innovative tools, tips, and resources for educators everywhere!Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchesca-thompson95/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ithrive12Instagram: ithrive_12Website: www.thrive12.comStore: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Thrive-12#Listen to #EverythingButTheLessonPlan #Thrive12 #education #teacherpodcast #teacherspayteachers #teachersfollowteachers #teach #classroomideas teacherpod

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