Welcome to Teach-Lead-Innovate! On this week’s Motivation Monday, we explore resilience—the ability to adapt, recover, and grow stronger from setbacks.

• What is Resilience? Learn the science and practice of resilience in education and leadership.
• Real-World Examples: Discover how educators and leaders at North Star Elementary, Paradise High, and Lincoln High are using resilience to create positive change.
• Research-Backed Benefits: Explore studies showing the emotional, academic, and relational benefits of resilience.
• Actionable Strategies: Get practical tips to cultivate resilience in your life and work.

1. Duckworth, A. L., Peterson, C., Matthews, M. D., & Kelly, D. R. (2007). Grit: Perseverance and passion for long-term goals. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 92(6), 1087–1101.
2. Luthar, S. S., Cicchetti, D., & Becker, B. (2000). The construct of resilience: A critical evaluation and guidelines for future work. Child Development, 71(3), 543–562.
3. Masten, A. S. (2014). Ordinary magic: Resilience in development. Guilford Press.

Share your stories of resilience! Connect with me on Instagram at @thecyclingsuperintendent or @teach.lead.innovate. And you can always email me at [email protected].

Thank you for tuning in to Motivation Monday! Let’s turn setbacks into stepping stones this week.