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In today's episode, Laneshia talks about prioritizing your mental health to prevent teacher burnout.

Essential Question:
How will I utilize my coping toolbox to achieve and sustain mental and physical wellness?

• Answer the question, "Am I Okay?"
• Get Support
• Restructure my Thinking

Download our example and template here. 

Check out the FULL EPISODE (PD for the SOUL Episode 7) on Apple, Spotify, Google Amazon, and iHeartRadio. #pdforthesoul

This episode is brought to you by:

Bear Fruit Ed

Bear Fruit prides itself on being a support system for the entire family. It is our goal to make you [mom + dad] feel as capable as possible in ensuring your child's needs are met. We encourage frequent and consistent communication, as we believe that it is together that we all are the most impactful. In order to get the most out of your time with us, whether 1:1 or through our mini courses, we encourage full engagement, consistency, and a willingness to learn. 
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We chose the name Bear Fruit because it most closely reflected our mission. Trees that bear fruit are cultivated to do so, they are planted in rich soil, in an environment with the appropriate temperatures, they are watered regularly, and they are exposed to the sun for a certain number of hours per day. Ultimately, the conditions are right for that tree to be successful.
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Our children deserve the right conditions and it starts with support.

PD for the Soul is a safe space for getting just-in-time professional development that will challenge not only your thinking but your practices as well. This podcast is an opportunity for me and my network of professionals to plant seeds so that you may bear fruit. Each of our episodes will be a part of a PD playlist, or what many recognize as a series. Each series and episode therein will inspire you to reflect on your practices and leave you with easily implementable action items.

You can receive a certificate for any completed series by emailing your artifacts to [email protected]. Available packets are linked below:

• Beat the Burnout
• Teach Harder, Teach Smarter

Let's get social:

• Tweet Me
• Follow Along

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In today's episode, Laneshia talks about creating systems to prevent teacher burnout.

Essential Question: 
How can I create systems that will allow me to work smarter?

• Develop a Plan 
• Work the Plan
• Stick to the Plan

Download our example and template here. 

Check out the FULL EPISODE (PD for the SOUL Episode 6) on Apple, Spotify, Google Amazon, and iHeartRadio. #pdforthesoul

This episode is brought to you by:

Bear Fruit Ed

Bear Fruit prides itself on being a support system for the entire family. It is our goal to make you [mom + dad] feel as capable as possible in ensuring your child's needs are met. We encourage frequent and consistent communication, as we believe that it is together that we all are the most impactful. In order to get the most out of your time with us, whether 1:1 or through our mini courses, we encourage full engagement, consistency, and a willingness to learn. 
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We chose the name Bear Fruit because it most closely reflected our mission. Trees that bear fruit are cultivated to do so, they are planted in rich soil, in an environment with the appropriate temperatures, they are watered regularly, and they are exposed to the sun for a certain number of hours per day. Ultimately, the conditions are right for that tree to be successful.
​
Our children deserve the right conditions and it starts with support.

PD for the Soul is a safe space for getting just-in-time professional development that will challenge not only your thinking but your practices as well. This podcast is an opportunity for me and my network of professionals to plant seeds so that you may bear fruit. Each of our episodes will be a part of a PD playlist, or what many recognize as a series. Each series and episode therein will inspire you to reflect on your practices and leave you with easily implementable action items.

You can receive a certificate for any completed series by emailing your artifacts to [email protected]. Available packets are linked below:

• Beat the Burnout
• Teach Harder, Teach Smarter

Let's get social:

• Tweet Me
• Follow Along

In today's episode, Laneshia talks about the importance of accepting that you don't know everything.

Essential Question:
How can reflecting on my strengths and challenges and seeking out mentoring and learning opportunities help me prevent burnout?

Share your learn lists and requests for support on our Facebook Page. 

Feel free to email requests to [email protected].

Check out the FULL EPISODE (PD for the SOUL Episode 5) on Apple, Spotify, Google Amazon, and iHeartRadio. #pdforthesoul

This episode is brought to you by:

Bear Fruit Ed

Bear Fruit prides itself on being a support system for the entire family. It is our goal to make you [mom + dad] feel as capable as possible in ensuring your child's needs are met. We encourage frequent and consistent communication, as we believe that it is together that we all are the most impactful. In order to get the most out of your time with us, whether 1:1 or through our mini courses, we encourage full engagement, consistency, and a willingness to learn. 
​
We chose the name Bear Fruit because it most closely reflected our mission. Trees that bear fruit are cultivated to do so, they are planted in rich soil, in an environment with the appropriate temperatures, they are watered regularly, and they are exposed to the sun for a certain number of hours per day. Ultimately, the conditions are right for that tree to be successful.
​
Our children deserve the right conditions and it starts with support.

PD for the Soul is a safe space for getting just-in-time professional development that will challenge not only your thinking but your practices as well. This podcast is an opportunity for me and my network of professionals to plant seeds so that you may bear fruit. Each of our episodes will be a part of a PD playlist, or what many recognize as a series. Each series and episode therein will inspire you to reflect on your practices and leave you with easily implementable action items.

You can receive a certificate for any completed series by emailing your artifacts to [email protected]. Available packets are linked below:

• Beat the Burnout
• Teach Harder, Teach Smarter

Let's get social:

• Tweet Me
• Follow Along

In today's episode, Laneshia talks about how to use your why to effect positive change.

Essential Question: 
How can I build upon my "why" to consistently be impactful?

• Understand your Why
• Categorize your Why
• Develop/Recite a Mantra 

Share your why and your mantra on our Facebook Page

Check out the FULL EPISODE (PD for the SOUL Episode 4) on Apple, Spotify, Google Amazon, and iHeartRadio. #pdforthesoul

This episode is brought to you by:

Bear Fruit Ed

Bear Fruit prides itself on being a support system for the entire family. It is our goal to make you [mom + dad] feel as capable as possible in ensuring your child's needs are met. We encourage frequent and consistent communication, as we believe that it is together that we all are the most impactful. In order to get the most out of your time with us, whether 1:1 or through our mini courses, we encourage full engagement, consistency, and a willingness to learn. 
​
We chose the name Bear Fruit because it most closely reflected our mission. Trees that bear fruit are cultivated to do so, they are planted in rich soil, in an environment with the appropriate temperatures, they are watered regularly, and they are exposed to the sun for a certain number of hours per day. Ultimately, the conditions are right for that tree to be successful.
​
Our children deserve the right conditions and it starts with support.

PD for the Soul is a safe space for getting just-in-time professional development that will challenge not only your thinking but your practices as well. This podcast is an opportunity for me and my network of professionals to plant seeds so that you may bear fruit. Each of our episodes will be a part of a PD playlist, or what many recognize as a series. Each series and episode therein will inspire you to reflect on your practices and leave you with easily implementable action items.

You can receive a certificate for any completed series by emailing your artifacts to [email protected]. Available packets are linked below:

• Beat the Burnout
• Teach Harder, Teach Smarter

Let's get social:

• Tweet Me
• Follow Along

In today's episode, Laneshia talks about how to protect your energy.

Essential Question: 
How can I remain impactful despite this area of concern being out of my immediate control?

Give it a try:

• Make a list of your teacher frustrations. 
• Categorize your list based on the challenges you can control and those you can't.
• Develop "workarounds" for each frustration that is out of your control.
• Share your workarounds on our Facebook Page

Check out the FULL EPISODE (PD for the SOUL Episode 3) on Apple, Spotify, Google Amazon, and iHeartRadio. #pdforthesoul

This episode is brought to you by:

Bear Fruit Ed

Bear Fruit prides itself on being a support system for the entire family. It is our goal to make you [mom + dad] feel as capable as possible in ensuring your child's needs are met. We encourage frequent and consistent communication, as we believe that it is together that we all are the most impactful. In order to get the most out of your time with us, whether 1:1 or through our mini courses, we encourage full engagement, consistency, and a willingness to learn. 
​
We chose the name Bear Fruit because it most closely reflected our mission. Trees that bear fruit are cultivated to do so, they are planted in rich soil, in an environment with the appropriate temperatures, they are watered regularly, and they are exposed to the sun for a certain number of hours per day. Ultimately, the conditions are right for that tree to be successful.
​
Our children deserve the right conditions and it starts with support.

PD for the Soul is a safe space for getting just-in-time professional development that will challenge not only your thinking but your practices as well. This podcast is an opportunity for me and my network of professionals to plant seeds so that you may bear fruit. Each of our episodes will be a part of a PD playlist, or what many recognize as a series. Each series and episode therein will inspire you to reflect on your practices and leave you with easily implementable action items.

You can receive a certificate for any completed series by emailing your artifacts to [email protected]. Available packets are linked below:

• Beat the Burnout
• Teach Harder, Teach Smarter

Let's get social:

• Tweet Me
• Follow Along

In today's episode, Laneshia talks about how to maximize small moments for a big impact.

Essential Question: 
How can we maximize small moments to have a big impact?

In the hallways, between classes or after meetings, you can:

• Ask a Question
• Share a Finding
• Tell a Story

Don't forget your homework:

• Reflect on what was discussed in this episode, how can you use these 3 strategies as you prepare for the new school year?
• Share your reflections on our Facebook Page

Check out the FULL EPISODE (PD for the SOUL Episode 2) on Apple, Spotify, Google Amazon, and iHeartRadio. #pdforthesoul

This episode is brought to you by:

Bear Fruit Ed

Bear Fruit prides itself on being a support system for the entire family. It is our goal to make you [mom + dad] feel as capable as possible in ensuring your child's needs are met. We encourage frequent and consistent communication, as we believe that it is together that we all are the most impactful. In order to get the most out of your time with us, whether 1:1 or through our mini courses, we encourage full engagement, consistency, and a willingness to learn. 
​
We chose the name Bear Fruit because it most closely reflected our mission. Trees that bear fruit are cultivated to do so, they are planted in rich soil, in an environment with the appropriate temperatures, they are watered regularly, and they are exposed to the sun for a certain number of hours per day. Ultimately, the conditions are right for that tree to be successful.
​
Our children deserve the right conditions and it starts with support.

PD for the Soul is a safe space for getting just-in-time professional development that will challenge not only your thinking but your practices as well. This podcast is an opportunity for me and my network of professionals to plant seeds so that you may bear fruit. Each of our episodes will be a part of a PD playlist, or what many recognize as a series. Each series and episode therein will inspire you to reflect on your practices and leave you with easily implementable action items.

You can receive a certificate for any completed series by emailing your artifacts to [email protected]. Available packets are linked below:

• Beat the Burnout
• Teach Harder, Teach Smarter

Let's get social:

• Tweet Me
• Follow Along

Hey Educators,

It's been a minute, but I am back and I am serving up bite-sized PD for the Soul. On today's bonus episode, you'll hear about a teacher who made a very small change and the impact it had on his classroom engagement. Stay tuned to this series, as I will be dropping updates on their journey and my focus, as their coach, on the small changes that can help us maximize student performance. 

On another note...

I know you're wondering what happened. I dropped one episode and ghosted you. Don't hold it against me, it got real in the classroom last year and I am proud to report that the sacrifices made paid off. My kids exceeded growth. I'm your PD for the Soul pilot and I need you to stick beside me as I find my stride again. 

Let's take flight as we plant the seeds that will #BearFruit.

In today's episode, Laneshia talks about using activities to build relationships like a boss.

Essential Question: 
How can I use activities to build relationships in my classroom and in my school?

• Create opportunities where your students have the floor and actually listen to what they have to say.
• Make a mental note of anything you can personally relate to and share your connections.
• Build upon your connections by following up, ex: use what you learn in future interactions 

Don't forget your homework:

• Gain access to the PDF above.
• Pick one activity to implement in your classroom
• Facilitate it within the next week 
• Create an open task that connects to at least one thing discovered about your students
• Share your experience  on our Facebook Page

Check out the FULL EPISODE (PD for the SOUL Episode 1) on Apple, Spotify, Google Amazon, and iHeartRadio. #pdforthesoul

This episode is brought to you by:

Bear Fruit Ed

Bear Fruit prides itself on being a support system for the entire family. It is our goal to make you [mom + dad] feel as capable as possible in ensuring your child's needs are met. We encourage frequent and consistent communication, as we believe that it is together that we all are the most impactful. In order to get the most out of your time with us, whether 1:1 or through our mini courses, we encourage full engagement, consistency, and a willingness to learn. 
​
We chose the name Bear Fruit because it most closely reflected our mission. Trees that bear fruit are cultivated to do so, they are planted in rich soil, in an environment with the appropriate temperatures, they are watered regularly, and they are exposed to the sun for a certain number of hours per day. Ultimately, the conditions are right for that tree to be successful.
​
Our children deserve the right conditions and it starts with support.
 

PD for the Soul is a safe space for getting just-in-time professional development that will challenge not only your thinking but your practices as well. This podcast is an opportunity for me and my network of professionals to plant seeds so that you may bear fruit. Each of our episodes will be a part of a PD playlist, or what many recognize as a series. Each series and episode therein will inspire you to reflect on your practices and leave you with easily implementable action items.

You can receive a certificate for any completed series by emailing your artifacts to [email protected]. Available packets are linked below:

• Beat the Burnout
• Teach Harder, Teach Smarter

Let's get social:

• Tweet Me
• Follow Along

Welcome to the Professional Development for the Soul Podcast.

I believe every new teacher should want to be impactful on day 1. 

If you agree, this podcast is for you and if you disagree, this podcast is definitely for you. 

I’m Laneshia Boone and I’m on a mission to make every new teacher I meet realize just how powerful they are. 

I started the PD for the Soul podcast to address the million dollar question: how can brand new teachers walk into their classrooms prepared to help their students bear fruit?

New teachers have a huge impact on student achievement. Whether that impact is positive or negative is a reflection of the supports in place. 

I’ve facilitated training and had several dozen conversations with teachers who felt unprepared. Many of whom have since left the profession. The lack of consistency and experience in classrooms has dire consequences for the students in them. 

Did you know that one “bad” year requires two consecutively stellar years to make up for unfinished learnings? Imagine being an administrator with few stellar teachers in place. 

I created PD for the Soul to help new teachers map out a plan of fruitful impact. Ever heard that it’s less expensive to keep an existing customer than to attract a new one? Same thing applies here, the cost associated with supporting and grooming new teachers to success is far less than losing teacher after teacher due to overwhelm and poor prep.

Is it possible to be a rockstar in your first year? Absolutely. 

Is it likely that there will be hurdles along the way? Most definitely. 

Will this podcast be with you every step of the way? You better believe it. 

On this show, I will not be sharing stuffy, outdated classroom advice because no one wants to listen to that. Instead I’ll provide short listens chocked full of current research and easily implementable action items. If you’re truly ready to make teaching your superpower, I’m going to plant the seeds so that you can bear the fruit. 

Let’s get it!!

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PD for the Soul is a safe space for getting just-in-time professional development that will challenge not only your thinking but your practices as well. This podcast is an opportunity for me and my network of professionals to plant seeds so that you may bear fruit. Each of our episodes will be a part of a PD playlist, or what many recognize as a series. Each series and episode therein will inspire you to reflect on your practices and leave you with easily implementable action items.

You can receive a certificate for any completed series by emailing your artifacts to [email protected]. Available packets are linked below:

• Beat the Burnout
• Teach Harder, Teach Smarter

Let's get social:

• Tweet Me
• Follow Along