Happy Teacher Revolution founder, Danna Thomas, chats with us about dealing with the grief of the COVID-19 / Coronavirus pandemic, recognizing we have to give ourselves permission to take care of ourselves, and remembering that you are more than your formal evaluation.
More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/dannathomas
Episode Highlights
1:43 - Discussing our FREE 6-Week "Better at a Distance" Webinar Series
6:34 - Previewing the episode with Danna Thomas.
9:58 - Danna introduces herself.
15:27 - How the COVID-19 / Coronavirus Pandemic is affecting Danna and Happier Teacher Revolution.
21:57 - What's keeping Danna excited about education right now: Supporting trauma-informed practices and SEL of educators so that they can better support the students in their lives.
27:02 - Danna's advice for teachers: Disconnect and detach, with love.
28:57 - 6 questions answered in 15 seconds or less.
33:24 - How to connect with DannaDanna's Recommendations
EdTech Tool: Calendly
Book: “Lost at School” by Ross Greene
Who to Follow on Social Media:
@Valencia_Valencia - Valencia Clay
@ChrisEmdin - Chris Emdin
@Principalest - Mathew Portell
YouTube/Podcast/Website/Blog: @GerryBrooks
Daily/Weekly/Monthly Routine: Morning Pages
Jeff mentioned two resources:
5 Minute Journal App
Amy Landino's Morning Pages
Best piece of advice you've ever received: You are not your formal evaluation.Links to Connect With Danna
Website: HappyTeacherRevolution.com
Twitter: @HappyTeacherHTR
Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/HappyTeacherRevolution/
Instagram: @HappyTeacherRevolution