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The CharacterStrong Podcast — 512 episodes
Staff Chips: A Simple System for More Intentional Connections - John Norlin
Deck of Destiny: A Two-Minute Strategy for Building Classroom Connection - John Norlin
How One Phone Call Home Can Change a Family's Experience of School - John Norlin
EMR: A Simple Reflection Strategy for More Intentional Relationships - John Norlin
The Temperature Check: Three Questions That Help You Know How Students Are Really Doing - John Norlin
True Story Friday: A Low-Burden Strategy for Building Classroom Connection - John Norlin
The Law of the Lid: Why the Energy in Your Room Starts with You - John Norlin
The Student Becomes the Teacher: A Simple Strategy for Student Connection - John Norlin
Lessons from the Bench: What Leaders Can Learn from Role Players - Brandon Bakke
How to Build Relational Capacity with Staff and Students from Day One - Derrick Lawson
Episode 500 - Where Have We Been, Where Are We Now, Where Are We Going - John Norlin, Houston Kraft, & Lindsay Norlin
How Sharing Student Information Across Staff Improves School Outcomes - Steve Smith
The Secondhand Compliment: How Indirect Recognition Builds Stronger Connections - John Norlin
Five Strategies to Strengthen Tiered Support Across Your District - Dr. Susanne Thompson
How High-Impact Tutoring Reaches the Students Schools Can Miss - Devon Wible
How Pre-Correction Reduces Behavior Problems Before They Start - John Norlin
Why Predictability Is One of the Most Powerful Tools in the Classroom - John Norlin
How to Train Yourself to Pause Before You React - John Norlin
A Simple Strategy for Becoming a Better Listener - John Norlin
How Schools Can Build Systems That Address the Root Causes of Behavior - Rebekah de Peo-Christner & Amy Lawrence
What You Do Matters Every Day - John Norlin
Why Every Student Needs at Least One Caring Adult - Michelle Marcellin, Nancy Buyle, Sara Orris
Building School Systems That Strengthen Connection, Culture, and Student Success - Brenda Ortiz McGrath
Why Career and Technical Education Matters for Today's Students - Brooke Martin
Repurposing Time: A Practical AI Strategy for Educators - Sean Beaverson
From Intention to Impact: The Science of Implementation
The 30-Second Feedback Strategy That Strengthens School Culture - Meghan Lawson
Creating Belonging Through Systems That Work - Kendrick Claxton
A Principal's Approach to Making Middle School Lessons Stick Schoolwide - Dr. Joe Sweeney
How Student Voice and Developmental Assets Drive Schoolwide Growth - Pierre Orbe
Why Names, Presence, and Energy Matter in Leadership - Andrew Marotta
Creating Calmer Classrooms by Supporting Educators - Kait Ahlbrandt
Top 6 of 2025: Simple Systems, Lasting Impact: Character Through Daily Announcements - Meg Boyd
Top 6 of 2025: Systems Over Goals: Building Belonging in Schools - Dr. Darian Jones
Top 6 of 2025: Doubling Tier 1 Usage: Building Stronger Classrooms Through Character, Connection, and Data - Amy Fairchild & Crystal Hooper
Top 6 of 2025: Relational Strategies That Strengthen Academics - Dr. Lori Lynass
Top 6 of 2025: The Power of Presence in a Rushed World - John Norlin
Top 6 of 2025: Don't Forget These Learners: Practical Adaptations That Work - Sara Nussman
Balancing High Accountability with High Support for Tier 2 & 3 Interventions - Chris Fore
Practical Strategies for Building Teacher Buy-In at the Secondary Level - Crystal Keck & Wendy Uzzle
Increasing Attendance and Belonging by Flipping the Script on Student Support - Leandra Torra
The Power of the Post-It Note: A Simple Connection Strategy - John Norlin
Creating a District Timeline That Aligns Character with Academic Content - Yvonne Culver & Stephanie Hammond
Implementation That Sticks: Coaching, Champions, and Campus Voice - Krystal Colhoff
Tier 2 in Action: Helping Counselors Build Skills, Systems, and Sustainable Support - Michelle DePuy
Doubling Tier 1 Usage: Building Stronger Classrooms Through Character, Connection, and Data - Amy Fairchild & Crystal Hooper
Making It Stick: Districtwide Character Education That Builds Belonging - Grant Wilson
From Healthcare to Hallways: Rethinking Mental Health in Schools - Dr. Ryan Sherman
The Power of a Fist Bump: Creating a Place Where Students and Staff Want to Be - Zac Bauermaster
Don't Forget These Learners: Practical Adaptations That Work - Sara Nussman
Systems, Not Slogans: Building a Culture of Care & How Georgia is Prioritizing Student Mental Health - Erica Fener-Sitkoff
Simple Systems, Lasting Impact: Character Through Daily Announcements - Meg Boyd
Season 8 Kickoff: Three Challenges in Education - Mental Health, Behavior, & Burnout
Relational Strategies That Strengthen Academics - Dr. Lori Lynass
Systems Over Goals: Building Belonging in Schools - Dr. Darian Jones
The Power of Presence in a Rushed World - John Norlin
2025 Tier 2 Summit: Problem-Solving Common Barriers to Tier 2 - Dr. Clay Cook
What Happens When Kids Know You Believe In Them - Dr. Andre Stout
Every Student, Every Need: Rethinking School Support - Jeff Cohen
Tools, Trust, and Teaching What Matters - Kelli Brabson
Carrying Less, Caring More: The Power of Emptying the Backpack - Sam Demma
2025 School Safety Summit - Prevention in Action: The Power of Effective Threat Assessment - Dr. Dewey Cornell
From Listening to Launch: Collaborative Curriculum Selection - Joanna Frankel
2025 School Safety Summit - Beyond Response: Building Safer Schools Through Relationships and Resilience - Frank DeAngelis
A Purposeful Approach to Student Support - Sam Dusek & Jordan Seifert
Holistic Student Support In Action - Cory McCarthy
Celebrate the Small Stuff: The Power of Positive School Storytelling - Dr. Vince Breunig
Sustainability: A Key to Lasting Impact in Education - Dr. Clay Cook
Tackling Tech & Teen Anxiety: A Community on a Mission - John Hellwich
Showing Up Matters: The Power of Daily Connection - Alex Kajitani
Start Small, Lead Big: Building Culture with Student Leaders - Julia Kennedy
Character Traits That Connect: A K–12 Approach - Dr. Mark Chapin
From Curriculum to Connection: Building Belonging with PBIS
Equipping Students To Navigate Conflict With Compassion - Jocelyn Pajimula
Living Out Your Purpose - Taryne Dismuke
Helping Students Stay Present And Focused - Cara Newman
Building a Student-Centered MTSS: Mental Health Strategies That Work - Dr. Tinisha Parker
Building a Mental Health Continuum Within MTSS: Strategies for Schools - Dr. Sharon Hoover
The Power of Community Circles: Strengthening Student Relationships & Behavior - Charles MacGregor
Advocating For School Counselors As Mental Health Professionals - Jordan Blevins
Always Improving: Making Our Tier 2 Solution Even More Effective For Educators And Students - Dr. Clay Cook
Empowering First-Generation Students: Strategies For Counselors And Schools - Carrie Woodard
2025 NSCW: Beyond the Basics: Strengthening Student Support Systems - Dr. Damien Sweeney
Providing A Safe Environment In An Overcrowded Middle School - Rebecca Thompson & Charlee Breeden
The Power Of A Warm Welcome: Creating Connections One Greeting At A Time - Josh Holbrook
Creating Connections: Cultural Intelligence And Family Engagement - Andrea Freile
Building A Community Of Support Around Students - Jorge Torres
Top 6 of 2024 - The Law Of The Lid - John Norlin
Top 6 of 2024 - Supporting Women In Educational Leadership - Dr. Lillie Cox
Top 6 of 2024 - Using Data To Monitor And Enhance Student Success - Leandra Torra
Top 6 of 2024 - The Importance Of Progress Monitoring & Data Collection - A.J. Howard
Top 6 of 2024 - Supporting Implementation As An Administrator - Robert Mueller
Top 6 of 2024 - Gratitude In Action: Cultivating Well-Being Through Intentional Practice - Colton Moore
Proactive School Safety Starts With Connection - Rachelle Finck
Empowering Students To Lead The Way: Boosting Attendance And Transforming School Culture - Dr. Christian D'Annibale
Unlocking The Power Of Grouping Strategies - Callie Robinson
The Impact Of A Student Safe Team - Jennifer Sack
Supporting Implementation As An Administrator - Robert Mueller
Fostering Belonging Through The Power Of Student Voices - Ty Harris
Gratitude in Action: Cultivating Well-Being Through Intentional Practice - Colton Moore
Creating Trauma-Informed And Restorative School Environments - Justin Moorman & Katie Thornton
Using Data to Monitor and Enhance Student Success - Leandra Torra
Names Are Important - Barbara Gruener
Using a Universal Tier 1 In A Homeroom Setting - Cindy Bourget
The CharacterStrong Tier 3 Solution - Dr. Clay Cook
The Law Of The Lid - John Norlin
Supporting Women In Educational Leadership - Dr. Lillie Cox
A Hopeful Start: Beginning The Year With Key Tools For Success
A Hopeful Start: Beginning The Year With Key Tools For Success
A Hopeful Start: Beginning The Year With Key Tools For Success
The Importance Of Progress Monitoring & Data Collection - A.J. Howard
Building A Positive School Culture - Dr. Jim Van Allen
Developing & Supporting A Robust Educator Pipeline - Dr. Chris Clayton
Creative Strategies That Help Students In The Classroom - Karissa Bachman
Uplifting Our Minds Before We Uplift Our Phones - Lemar Wilson
Incorporating PBIS with CharacterStrong - Kate Nichols & Jill Gleason
The Importance of School, Family, and Community Partnerships - Dr. Cynthia "Mama J" Johnson
Leveraging Relationships To Help, Relate, & Inspire - John Nwosu
Campus Culture: Simple Ways To Make Your School A Place Where People Want To Be - Debbie Beagle
The Importance Of Student Leadership At The High School Level - Chad Elsberry
Building Success With High Standards And A Positive Environment - Dr. David Arencibia
The Importance Of Prioritizing Mental Health, Especially For Young Men - Ryan Breen & Adam Giardina
Building Capacity Instead of Buy-In To Implement With Fidelity - Dr. Andre Stout
Community Development Days - Chris Young
How PBIS and Social & Emotional Learning Can Come Together In A Building - Marcy Carter
Understanding The Impact Of Restorative Practices - Felisha Santiago
How Student Behavior Impacts Educator Burnout And What You Can Do About It - Dr. Lori Lynass
Chronic Absenteeism: The Importance of Connectedness - Dr. Clay Cook
How Can We Start To Solve For Chronic Absenteeism? - Dr. Clay Cook
District Partner Spotlight: Jennifer Klauss & David O' Konek - Richland School District
District Partner Spotlight: Caroline Oleson & Kelly Nelson - Madison Metropolitan School District
Creating Support For Others - Alexis Goddard
Raising Up Mental Health Specialists From Within A District - Tyler Wolfe
How To Center Joy & Happiness In The Experiences Of Students - Orlando Dobbin, Jr.
SEL Day 2024 - Adult SEL: Outside-In and an Inside-Out Approach
Identifying & Intentionally Supporting Students Who Are Often Unseen - Kelly Mountjoy
Leading With Empathy - Greg Moffitt
What Is Needed For A Full Tier 3 Solution? - Dr. Clay Cook
NSCW 2024: Get Others' KNOWS In Your Business - Jason Thompson
NSCW 2024: Breaking Up Tasks To Build Up Whole School Systemic Change - Scott Miyagi
NSCW 2024: Keep It Simple - John Burnett
NSCW 2024 - School Counselors: Adaptable, Impactful, And Uniquely Positioned - Dr. Yuri Nava & Dr. Dawn Mann
Why Schools Struggle With Tier 3 Supports - Dr. Clay Cook
What happens When Tier 1 And 2 Supports Aren't Enough? - Dr. Clay Cook
Infusing CharacterStrong Into Your School District - Liz Ritz
Piloting, Selecting, And Implementing Curriculum Districtwide - Kiley Luckett
Building A Positive School Culture Through Restorative Practices - Sharon Bradley
Top 6 Episodes of 2023 - #1: Positive Relationships + Data-Based Decisions = Student Growth - Amber Benson & Ruby Voss
Top 6 Episodes of 2023 - #2: The Impact Of A Strong Advisory Program - Katrina Hill, Caleb Amstutz, & Melanie Fox
Top 6 Episodes of 2023 - #3: Creating Systems Of Change For Discipline Referrals In School - Josh Nelson
Top 6 Episodes of 2023 - #4: Student Driven Suicide Prevention - Ryan Marshall
Top 6 Episodes of 2023 - #5: How To Increase Staff And Admin Buy-In - Dr. Alvia Baldwin
Top 6 Episodes of 2023 - #6: Why Schools Need To Focus On Tier 1 & Tier 2 At The Same Time - Dr. Clay Cook
Level 10 Meetings - John Norlin
Connecting Students To School In A Meaningful Way - John Morrison
MTSS Implementation Pain Points: The Wild, Wild, West - Cory Notestine
Breaking Down Gratitude: Mindset & Behavior - Houston Kraft
MTSS Implementation Pain Points: Not Having Shared Clarity And Commitment - Dr. Clay Cook
Engaging Students Through Arts Integration - Dr. Beth Ruff
Establishing Readiness For Initial Implementation Across An Entire District - Dr. Alisha Hill
Providing Continuous, Ongoing, And Effective Support For New Teachers - Melissa Rosario
Simple Ways That We Can Show Gratitude To Principals - Brandon Bakke
It's All About Relationships - John Norlin
Building And Maintaining A Positive School Culture - Dr. David Arencibia
Easy Minute Meetings: A Simple Needs Assessment Strategy - Meredith Draughn
The Value Of Coaching With PD And The Science Behind It - Megan Gruis
Season 6 Kickoff: Be Kind, Consistently - Houston Kraft
Intentionally Planning Professional Development - Jana Clark
The Importance Of Educators Building Up Their Own Social & Emotional Skills - Dr. Renee Carr
Creating Systems Of Change For Discipline Referrals In School - Josh Nelson
Being More Intentional, Relational, & Transformational Leaders - Chris Layton
The Importance Of Focusing On Multi-Tiered Systems Of Support - Dr. Clay Cook
Research Backed & Evidenced-Based Practices: What's The Difference And Why Does It Matter? Dr. Madeline Larson
The Importance Of Student Voice & Choice Within The Classroom - Halli Roussell
Removing Barriers To Gifted & Talented Education - Anthony Vargas
Empowering Effective Educator Collaboration So That All Students Thrive - Dr. Jeremy Koselak
Adding Tier 1 Supplements To Classroom Counseling Lessons - Chelsea Hinkle
Harnessing The Power Of The First Few Minutes Of Class - Kate Gerber
The Importance Of Having A Great Principal & School Counselor Relationship - Brooklyn Stevens & Kensie Daleske
Key Ingredients To Great Professional Development - Meredith Lee
The Importance Of Student Leadership At The Elementary Level - Elli McDaniel
Connection With Students Is Essential - Dr. Lyndsey Brown
Making Math Matter: Creating Structures That Support Teachers - Dr. Tonya Clarke
Helping Young Men In Our Communities Be The B.E.S.T. - Antonio McMath
Participatory Budgeting & Student Voice - Cyndi Tercero-Sandoval
Student Driven Suicide Prevention - Ryan Marshall
Being A Data-Driven School Counselor: It's About Working Smarter Not Harder - Dr. Sandi Logan-McKibben
The Incredible Impact Of Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools - Morgan Larche
Knowing And Operating Within Your Character Strengths - Dwight Carter
Introducing The CharacterStrong Tier 2 Solution! - Dr. Clay Cook
Engaging Staff & Continuing The Commitment To SEL In The Spring - Meredith Lee
How To Increase Staff And Admin Buy-In - Dr. Alvia Baldwin
Why Schools Need To Focus On Tier 1 & Tier 2 At The Same Time - Dr. Clay Cook
Leveraging SEL To Increase School Attendance - Sharon Bradley
Community Agreements & Building Community Throughout the Year - Meredith Lee
Getting Tier 2 Right - Dr. Clay Cook
The Role Of School Counselors: Standing With Students - Elizabeth Congdon-McGee
Advocating And Collaborating With Teachers & Staff - Zulema Fragoso
National School Counseling Week - A Party with a Purpose - Deirdra Hawkes
Reflecting and Re-energizing within the School Counseling Profession - Kat Pastor & Cory Notestine
The Impact Of A Strong Advisory Program - Katrina Hill, Caleb Amstutz, & Melanie Fox
Helping Students Feel Safe At School - Lisa Koenecke
Positive Relationships + Data-Based Decisions = Student Growth - Amber Benson & Ruby Voss
Ways To FOCUS On School Counseling This Year - Amber Dixon
Top 6 Episodes of 2022 - #1: 10 Steps To Develop Great Learners - Dr. John Hattie
Top 6 Episodes of 2022 - #2: Building Strong Character Through A Positive Behavior Support System - Barb Micucci
Top 6 Episodes of 2022 - #3: Building Trust As Leaders - Melvin J. Fields Jr
Top 6 Episodes of 2022 - #4: Finding Our Purpose And Modeling That For Students - Christi Sturgeon
Top 6 Episodes of 2022 - #5: Community Ready: Going Beyond Helping Students To Be College And Career Ready - John Salovardos
Top 6 Episodes of 2022 - #6: How Adventure Education Can Positively Impact Students - Phil Brown
The Importance Of Focusing On A Whole Child Approach - Kim Reykdal
Centering And Celebrating Student Voices - Dr. Laura Owen
Advocating For The School Counseling Profession - Allen Hill
Practicing Gratitude With Constraint, Specificity, & Thinking About Absence - Houston Kraft
The CharacterStrong Tier 2 Solution: Getting Students AND Adults the Tools they Need - Megan Gruis
Highlighting The Incredible Work Of School Counselors - Patrice Davis
The Importance Of Virtues: Our Values In Action - Brent Jurgensen & Tom Grogan
Improve School Climate By Making Defining Moments - Brandon Bakke
Environment: A Key Ingredient Of Tier 1 - Felisha Santiago
Serving Thru Professional Development - Mike Nelson
Creating More Safe And Nurturing Learning Environments - Katherine Holden
Be The Story For Others - Brian Miller
The New PurposeFull People Update! - Julie Hinshaw
MTSS And Implementation: Selecting Effective Practices - Cory Notestine
Season 5 Kickoff: 3 Systems To Put In Place As We Start The Year - Houston Kraft
Empowering Others And Letting Them Shine - Dr. Sean Walker
Reframing Negative School Experiences Into Positive Learning - Marianne Matt
3 Practical Strategies To Start The Year - John Norlin
Positive Relationship Building and Creating Unforgettable Moments - Adam Lane
Multi-Tiered Systems of Support - Dr. Clayton Cook
Servant Leadership Through An Elementary Lens - Julie Hannan & Brett McDaniel
Impacting Teachers, Developing Students, & Partnering With Our Communities - Jamie Brown
Using School-Wide Assemblies To Improve School Culture And Climate - Justin Bradford
We Need To Be Reminded More Than Taught: 3 Stories From The Work - John Norlin
Personalized Learning: Flex time for Student & Staff Success - Dr. Andrew McMillan
The Power Of Finding Joy Inside Of Our Work - Ryan Marshall
How Schools Can Best Utilize School Counselors - Dr. Julie Hartline
The Importance Of Purpose - Dan Wolfe
Creatively Helping To Meet Student Needs - Becky Arway
Focusing On The Whole Child
School Counselors: Impacting Student Achievement Within Our Schools - Angela Shanahan & Karen Devine
The Impact Of Middle School & High School Activities - Petra Davis-Johnson
The Power Of School Connectedness: Bringing All Students, Staff, And Parents Together To Achieve Goals - Ashley Wright
Meeting Students Right Where They Are At - Hillary Craw
Consistently Creating Common Language And Visuals - Allison Dungan
Your Voice Is Needed: State Level School Counselor Leadership - Matthew McClain
All Leaders Need To Understand The Social And Emotional Needs Of Students - Dr. Rena Frasco
10 Steps To Develop Great Learners - Dr. John Hattie
How Adventure Education Can Positively Impact Students - Phil Brown
Rapid Innovation Cycles And The Use Of Implementation Science For Embedding SEL - Cory Notestine
Finding Our Purpose And Modeling That For Students - Christi Sturgeon
Building Strong Character Through A Positive Behavior Support System - Barb Micucci
How COVID Has Impacted Student Behavior - Dr. Clayton Cook
Building Trust As Leaders - Melvin J. Fields Jr.
Supporting Staff, Students, Parents, And Our Communities - Monica Bryant
The Impact Of Student Advocacy - Roberto Aguilar
School Counselors Are An Integral Part Of The Total Education System - Kat Pastor
Introducing Dr. Clayton Cook!
Including Student Voice And Student Choice In Our Classrooms - Sonjanita Moore
5 Strategies For Keeping Community Agreements Going In Your Classroom - Julie Hinshaw
Reflecting & Refocusing To Start The Year - Houston Kraft
Community Ready: Going Beyond Helping Students To Be College And Career Ready - John Salovardos
Top 6 Episodes Of 2021: #1 - The Role Of Student Leadership In Our Schools - Houston Kraft & Don Bartel
Top 6 Episodes Of 2021: #2 - The 7 Teachable Traits Of Thrivers - Dr. Michelle Borba
Top 6 Episodes Of 2021: #3 - 243 & The Power Of Love - Tyler Bastian
Top 6 Episodes Of 2021: #4 - Perseverance & Pounding The Stone - John Norlin
Top 6 Episodes Of 2021: #5 - Teen Mental Health Series: Psycho Education Around Anxiety & Depression - Dr. Bella Bikowsky
Top 6 Episodes Of 2021: #6 - Creating A Strong Staff Culture In Your Building - Kelly Smith
It's Important To Advocate By Sharing Your Story - Josh Godinez
Working compassionately With Native American Students - Michael Adams
Creating Space For Honest Conversations - Kelly Smith
Implementation: Key Component #1 - Teaming & Effective Practices - Megan Gruis
Implementation: Key Component #2 - Use Of An Implementation Framework - Megan Gruis
Implementation: Key Component #3 - Continuous Improvement & Feedback loops - Megan Gruis
Advocating Indigenous Ways Of Being That Can Be Supportive of Youth & Their Educational Institutions - Darrell Marks
What We Learned During Educator Listening Sessions - Kat Pastor
Supporting Native and Indigenous Students - Danielle Yepa Gunderson
How AVID Is Supporting Students & Educators - Dr. Lynn Kepp
Introducing The Adult SEL Podcast!
Grit & Growth Mindset - Dr. Jeannie Larberg
3 Simple SEL Strategies That Have Impact - Kirsten Perry
We Need To Be Reminded More Than Taught - Dan Konopasek
Life Is All About Relationships - Royce Bryan
Learning To Manage Emotions: The 4 Big Lies - Kaia St. John
The Power Of Focusing On The Foundations - Season 4 Kickoff - Houston Kraft
Helping Students Lead From The Heart - Kwame Ambaah
The Impact That One Display Case Can Make - Addy Esco
Teens Make Change Happen - Amy Braun
Teen Mental Health Series: Psycho Education Around Executive Functioning - Dr. Bella Bikowsky
Teen Mental Health Series: Tools & Strategies For Helping Teens - Dr. Bella Bikowsky
Teen Mental Health Series: Psycho Education Around Anxiety & Depression - Dr. Bella Bikowsky
Leading During Trials: Ensuring That Your Staff Is Thriving - Wes Kanawyer
Creating A Campus Culture Of Kindness & Care - Dr. William Rhodes & Penny Flores
The Importance Of Having A Roadmap For SEL Implementation - Julie Hinshaw
Keys To SEL Implementation - Glenwood Elementary
Developing SEL In Ourselves - Rhonda Henderson
Making The Connection With At-Risk Youth - Frank Arce
Implementing Wellness - James D. Woods
Social-Emotional Learning: Not A Lesson, It Is Everything We Do - Woodgate Intermediate School
The Importance Of Making Peace A Focus Of School Programs - Kate Shively
The Impact Of SEL & A Healthy School Culture - Riley Bruil
Using Social-Emotional Learning to Guide School Improvement - Dr. Renee Carr
Mental Health & Well-Being - Dr. Brian Smith
The Power Of Influence: One Relationship That Led To A Teaching Career - Kris Jenkins
The Importance Of Connecting With Your "Why" - Chelsea Gallagher
The Importance Of Student Voice Data In The SEL Integration Process - Molly Gosline
Inspiring & Engaging Our Communities Through Athletics - Alex Clark
The Importance Of Social-Emotional Learning
The 2021 Whole Child Virtual Summit - Lindsay Norlin
Creating A Strong Staff Culture In Your Building - Kelly Smith
Fostering Better Engagement In The Virtual Classroom - Bryan Slater
The 7 Teachable Traits Of Thrivers - Dr. Michelle Borba
Teenager Therapy: Raising Awareness About Mental Health - Isaac Hurtado & Mark Hugo
The Importance Of Mindfulness - Andrew Jordan Nance
Culturally Responsive Teaching - Yaritza Villalba
243 & The Power Of Love - Tyler Bastian
The Role Of Student Leadership In Our Schools - Houston Kraft & Don Bartel
Perseverance & Pounding The Stone - John Norlin
Episode 200! Looking Forward In 2021 With Hope - Houston Kraft
Smiles & Frowns - Monte Syrie
Pulling Back The Curtain & Demystifying Processes With Students - Susy Sayles #EduHeroes
We All Need Grace In This Season - Alicia Bonnett #EduHeroes
The Importance Of Class Meetings & Restorative Practices - Rebecca Barton #EduHeroes
Using Choice & Independent Reading In Class - Daphne Russell #EduHeroes
Integrating Trauma Informed Practices To Effectively Grow Social-Emotional Skills - Ebone Kimber
Top 5 Episodes Of 2020 - #1: We Can't Wait On Our Kids - John Norlin
Top 5 Episodes Of 2020 - #3: The Importance Of The Integration Of Mental Health Practices In Schools - Dr. Bella Bikowsky
Top 5 Episodes Of 2020 - #4: Taking Care Of The Whole Teacher - Angelica Rodriguez
Top 5 Episodes Of 2020 - #5: Student Engagement Ideas For The Virtual Classroom - Maddie Bogart
The Way Out Is Through - Don Bartel
Self-Care: Beyond The Bubble Bath - Barbara Gruener
Building Positive Relationships - Nikolete Nikravan #EduHeroes
Positivity & Growth Mindset In Education - Felisha Fields #EduHeroes
Purpose As A Form Of Self Care - John Norlin
All Students Have The Potential To Be Leaders - Melissa Purswell #EduHeroes
Sharing The Workload - Tracy & Maren Kelly
Thinking Outside The Box: Ordinary To Extraordinary - Marcia Stephens, Kacy Russell, & Sydni Edwards
Inclusion As A Means Of Strengthening Community - Amy Campbell
Prioritizing the Social Emotional Needs Of Adults In Order To Support The Needs Of Students - Dr. Byron McClure
Roadblocks To Connection In Supportive Relationships - Mona Elleithee
Taking Care Of The Whole Teacher - Angelica Rodriguez
Consent In Social-Emotional Learning - Sarah Casper
The 3 Ships: Relationships, Leadership, & Partnerships - Dr. Randy Russell
Toxic Positivity & Neutral Thinking - John Norlin
Ways That We Can Increase Engagement During Online Learning - Mackenzie Adams
The Importance Of The Integration Of Mental Health Practices In Schools - Dr. Bella Bikowsky
Using Creative "Hands On" Materials With Virtual Learning - Victor Hicks
The Importance Of Chunking Course Materials - Dr. Will Deyampor
Deep Kindness Book Launch! - Houston Kraft
Giving Students A Voice In Character Education - Emily Rose
Designing Interactive Online Learning Experiences - Mike Flynn
The Importance Of Teaching Students How To Learn - Jeromie Heath
Establishing Genuine Relationships As Our Foundation - Fredricka Hunter
Season 3 Kickoff - John Norlin & Houston Kraft
Helping Students Learn SEL Thru Story - Matthew Moyer
The Importance Of Special Education - George Stewart
Student Engagement Ideas For The Virtual Classroom - Maddie Bogart
Social Emotional Learning Is Our Moral Compass - Dan Wolfe
Pedagogy As Protest: Reimaging The Center - Dr. Jessica Zeller
A Special Announcement: Deep Kindness - Houston Kraft
Empowering Students From The Inside Out - Jasmyn Wright
Keeping Our Core Values At The Center - Tanner Natzke
Focusing On The Social Emotional Well-Being Of The Whole Staff Team - Jamie Brown
Using Social Media For Good In Our Schools - Clementine Chamberlain & Leigh Cambra
Why We Need More Than Metrics - Jeff Berger-White
Expressing Feelings Through Creativity - Kelly Griffin
Behavior Is Communication: Can You Hear Me Now? - Dr. Lori Lynass
Focusing On Soft Skills In The Classroom - Rachael Kettner
Practical Ways To Help Implement SEL - Dr. Jacob LeBlanc
Empathy & Love: Building Authentic Relationships From The Ground Up - Luis Perales
Transforming School Culture Toward Innovation & Student-Led Entrepreneurship - Don Wettrick
Modeling Vulnerability And Risk Taking In The Classroom - Morgan Castillo
The Law Of The Lid - Houston Kraft & John Norlin
Temperature Checks: Taking Time To Support & Care For Staff - Bill Weinsheimer & Russ Peters
Being The Best Version Of Yourself So That You Can Give Kids Your All - Andrea Haisch
Kindness Cultivators: Making the World a Better Place to Lead, Love, and Learn - Tamara Letter
Social Emotional Learning Is Needed Everywhere - Richa Shivangi Gupta
Working As A Team When Advocating For Children - Leigh Kokenes
How Do We Reach, Empower And Equip Students In The Juvenile Correctional System? - Amy Heimerl
Leveraging Technology As We Continue To Encourage & Council Students - Sandi Pinner
The Principal's Lunch Summit: Building Relationships With Students - Jordan Osborn
The Power Of Good Vibes In A Building - Brian Slater
Six Questions That Cultivate Deeper Relationships All Year Long - Jen Molitor
What Keeps Me Up At Night? Supporting Children Of All Different Backgrounds
The Principal's Cabinet: Helping Drive Positive School Change - Wes Kanawyer
Hope, Gratitude, & Optimism: Learned Behaviors That Take Work - Dr. Jenny Severson
The Question That's Not Getting Asked: What Have You Done For Others Today? - Tyson Sturza
Frequently Asked Questions Around Well-Being - Dr. Clayton Cook
The Power Of Affirmations - Ranesia Davenport Edwards
Taking Time At The End Of A Project To Reflect - Erin McCarthy
Ep70 - Celebrating 30 Days Of The Kindness Journal! - Houston Kraft
The Whole Child Virtual Summit - Lindsay Norlin
Using Technology To Build Community & Teach Content - John Rodney
We Need To Continue To Spread Hope, And Connect With Each Other - Naudia Bosch
Character Kits: Supporting Families With Resources At Home - Brandee Collins
How Adults At Home Can Create Stability With Kids Being At Home - Kevin Ozar
Celebrating #SELday! - CharacterStrong Co-Founders Houston & John
Providing Inspiration & Hope In A Changing World - CharacterStrong Co-Founders John & Houston
Building A Social Emotional Learning Reflective Classroom Environment - Lindsey Stevens
The Woman Of Color Project (ProjectWOC) Inspiring & Empowering The Next Generation - Christine Mazzi
Relationships Are The Foundation Of Everything That We Do - Dawn MacFarland
Making Character Development Intentional Thru Mentorship - Coach Aaron Hancock
Administrators Need To Be Treasure Hunters That Are Looking For The Good In Our Schools - Micah Mortensen
We Can't Wait On Our Kids - John Norlin
Every Young Person Has A Genius - Antonio McLemore
Supporting Our Students Through The Arts - Ryan Carle-Ogren
Student Leadership Programs Positively Impact The Climate & Culture Of Our Schools - Lisa Schroeder
Relationships Are The Currency Of Success - Dr. Dakeyan Cha' Dre' Graham
Using Activity To Bring Character Development To Life - Brett McDaniel
Celebrating 100 Podcast Episodes w/ CharacterStrong Co-Founders John & Houston!
Creating Healthy Safe Spaces For Students During The School Day - Judith Elise Pratt
The Importance Of Belonging - Jeff Gerber
How Schools Can Utilize School Nurses To Address Social-Emotional & Healthcare Trends In The Classroom - Tessa Mcilraith
PurposeFull Parents: Schools And Families Working Together To Support The Whole Child - Cory Gould
Failure As A Pathway For Learning - Ryan Healy
Soft Skills Are The New Hard Skills - Jon Harper
The Power Of Language & The Virtues Project - Dara Feldman
Mindfulness: The Ability To Be 100 Percent Present - Trish Brown
Authentic Relationships And Intentional Connection - Jake Kelfer
Meaningful Work In The Classroom - Vincent Perez
When We Focus On Relationships, It Can Change A Community - Jordan Osborn
The Power Of Story In Building Relationships - Robert Hand
Monday Morning Huddles With Staff CharacterDares - Dr. Lara Gilpin
Meaningful Inclusion Can Lead To Lasting Friendships #choosetoinclude - Odessa High School Students
Creating A Mastermind Group For Teachers - Rebecca Mieliwocki
It Is So Important To Make Time Daily For Character Development - Andy DiDomenico
Being Intentional In The Everyday Things We Do - Justin Pierce
The Power Of Staying Positive - Maurice Dudley
Having A District-Wide Focus On Kindness - Bernette Lindamood
How Time, Intentionality, & Mindset Changes School Culture - Hans Appel
Gratitude: What Are You Grateful For? - CharacterStrong Co-Founders Houston & John
There's Always A Reason For Every Behavior: Looking Past Rules And Seeing People - Charles Moss
Storytelling In The Classroom: Using Stories & Telling Stories As An Educator - Esteban Gast
Being Intentional About Putting A Focus On Belonging - Carla London
World Kindness Day! - CharacterStrong Co-Founders John Norlin & Houston Kraft
TeacherFit - Helping Schools Change The Culture Of Wellness - Nick Mann
Making Your School A Place Where Everyone Belongs - Jeff Gerber
Leading The Culture & Climate Of Your School - Dr. Bill Ziegler
How Do We Change The World? One Act Of Random Kindness At A Time - Dalton Lemert
Identifying And Reducing Cognitive Overload - Dr. Todd Finley
It Takes Courage To Share Your Heart - Zachariah Thompson - CS Speaker Squad
The Importance Of Telling Your Story - Todd Nesloney
Brook Bound: Helping Students Serve The Next Generation - The Team From Clear Brook High School
Cultivating Empathy In Our Schools - Barbara Gruener
Helping Students Build Community In The Classroom - Molly Winters Diallo - CS Scholarship Winner
TOPICS: Restorative Practices & School Culture - Beth Houf
Permission To Feel: Emotions Matter - Dr. Marc Brackett
Creating A Relationship Focused Classroom - Meena Srinivasan
Understanding How Much We Have in Common - Ashanti Branch
Cage-Busting Leadership: Reshaping Counterproductive Restraints - Rick Hess
Inclusivity: Sparking Change Through Unified Sports - Zoie Breland
The Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child - Samuel Karns
Character is the Ultimate Survival Tool - Ethan Zohn
The Importance of Trauma-Informed Practices - Allyson Apsey
Educators are put on this Planet to Save Lives - Dr. Andy Jacks
Using Technology to Drive Positive Outcomes - Shreeya Arora
TOPICS: School Culture & Climate - John and Houston
Making a Difference in Our Schools Starts in the Classroom - Jonathan Alsheimer
Season 2 Kickoff! TOPICS: School Culture & Climate - John and Houston
Why Empathy in IEPs is so Important - Evonya Cornelius
The Importance of the School Counselor in Today's Schools - Katherine Pastor
The World Is Our Textbook - CS School Implementation Specialist Krista Gypton
We Have to Make Time for the Things That We Believe are Priorities - Robert Hand
Helping Your Staff to Engage - Jeff Baines
CS Speaker Squad - Grow Minds, Have Fun, and Love People - Jared Smith
Power Struggles In The Classroom - Marla Mattenson
Transformation thru the CharacterDare Process - Sally Rusk
CS Speaker Squad - Leading Others Well - Thane Ringler
The Importance Of Tier 1 Supports For The Mental And Behavioral Health Of Our Students - Natalie Fikac
The Power in Being Available - Ryan Healy
Intentionally Recognizing Students - Paul Dols
Excellence In Academics, Athletics, Activities, & Acceptance - Amy Rose
Getting 6th Graders off to a Successful Start Academically - Marc Gallaway
TOPICS 3: School Culture & Climate - John & Houston
Student Leadership: Preparing Students For Anything - Terry Hamm
TOPICS: School Culture & Climate - John & Houston
What is missing from our current education model? - TASC Students: Jenna, Gibby, & Cheney
Wolf Strong, Pack Strong - Coach Don Bartel
Empowering Student Voice Through Authentic Independent Learning - Roman Nowak
A Strategy To Connect: The Staff Chips - Alicia Jensen
What Does it Mean to be an Authentic Teacher? - Robert Hand
Climate Mapping - Scott Backovich (Part 2/2)
Ask to Give - Scott Backovich
Getting 6th Graders off to a Successful Start - Marc Gallaway
Rolling Out A School Branding Campaign - Coach Don Bartel
The #1 Problem for professionals in positions of leadership - Dr. Jennifer Macaulay
It's Your Character Not Mine - Bryan Slater
The Caring Game - Character in Athletics With Coach Scott Westering Part 5/5
The Challenge Game - Character in Athletics With Coach Scott Westering Part 4/5
The Confidence Game - Character in Athletics With Coach Scott Westering Part 3/5
The Comparison Game - Character in Athletics With Coach Scott Westering Part 2/5
What Is Your Model of Winning? Character in Athletics With Coach Scott Westering (Part 1/5)
Empowering Students - Coley Veitenhans
Dealing With Social Media in School - #ICANHELP Co-Founder Kim Karr
Supporting the Whole Child: Preparing for College, Careers, & Life - Dr. Marci Shepard
The Classroom Temperature Check - Bryan Slater
Moments Over Events - Coley Veitenhans
PurposeFull People: The Time for Character is Now! - Barbara Gruener
Fostering a Growth Mindset in the Classroom - Dr. Chris Clayton
Calling A School-Wide Press Conference - Brandon Bakke
The Importance Of Laying A Good Foundation For The Students & Staff At Your School - Lauren Ambeau
Our Schools Need More Hope, Meaning, And Purpose - David Geurin (Part 5)
Character Is More Important Than Compliance - David Geurin (Part 4)
Soft Skills: Valuable For Our Future - David Geurin (Part 3)
Being Intentional About Developing Character And Leadership - David Geurin (Part 2)
Relationships Are The Foundation Of Everything We Do As Educators - David Geurin (Part 1)
Essential Truths For Principals - Danny Steele
Essential Truths For Teachers - Danny Steele
TOPICS: School Culture & Climate - John & Houston
3 Leadership Takeaways - CS Co-Founder John Norlin
School Culture - CS Co-Founder Houston Kraft
Welcome to the CharacterStrong Podcast!