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Onward by Elena Aguilar

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Educators are struggling from the stresses of the job and burning out. This book helps educators develop 12 resiliency skills to feel more fulfilled, remain in the job longer, and be more effective.

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Onward tackles the problem of educator stress, and provides a practical framework for taking the burnout out of teaching. Stress is part of the job, but when 70 percent of teachers quit within their first five years because the stress is making them physically and mentally ill, things have gone too far. Unsurprisingly, these effects are highest in difficult-to-fill positions such as math, science, and foreign languages, and in urban areas and secondary classrooms―places where we need our teachers to be especially motivated and engaged. This book offers a path to resiliency to help teachers weather the storms and bounce back―and work toward banishing the rain for good.

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Contributors

  • Jenn David-Lang

    Jenn David-Lang has worked as a teacher, school administrator, consultant, and founder of educational organizations for over thirty years. She noticed that school leaders had little time for their own professional learning, so she founded The Main Idea. Her subscribers receive a thorough book summary each month, connecting them with the latest and most compelling ideas on education and leadership. Jenn also facilitates Masterminds (online groups of educational leaders learning together), facilitates workshops, coaches educational leaders, and conducts school evaluations. AWSP membership icnludes access to The Main Idea.

  • Kim Doepker, Principal, Garrison MS, Walla Walla SD

    Kim Doepker has worked in education for 29 years, gaining experience teaching in the classroom grades 3rd-8th, as an instructional coach, assistant principal and principal. As a seasoned principal, she is passionate about instructional leadership, growing the best in teachers and student success. In addition, she is also involved in principal mentoring through AWSP. Outside of school, Kim enjoys time with family, grandchildren, reading and staying active.

  • Terrie Garrison, Principal, Puyallup SD

    Theresa Garrison is a passionate and team-oriented elementary principal with over 20 years of experience building positive and inclusive school communities. She's led schools in the U.S. and abroad, always focused on creating environments where students can thrive. Theresa believes in being open and supportive and building strong relationships with her staff to ensure everyone feels empowered. With a rich background in working with diverse student populations and leading Title I schools, she’s all about finding data-driven solutions that put students first. Theresa’s love for education shines through in everything she does, always aiming to create a school culture where students and staff feel valued and supported. She hosted Senator Claire Wilson in January of 2024 for a "Principal for a Day" event and serves on the AWSP Board.

  • David Morrill, Communications & Technology Director, AWSP

    David joined AWSP in December 2013 after working for OSPI. He worked on the Basic Education Finance Task Force and started on the Teacher/Principal Evaluation Program in 2010. When he's not working, he's successfully escaping from escape rooms with his wife Taylor, playing tennis, or buying the latest Apple product. Email David.

November 18, 2024
Mon 4:00 PM PST

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