If you’re a teacher who’s exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering if it’s supposed to feel this hard, this is for you.

As we close out another challenging year in education, I’ve been reflecting on what’s weighing school leaders down and what needs to stay in 2025.

This post outlines six key “red flags” to watch for in the initial weeks and provides actionable steps to address them proactively.

Whew. We made it, y’all. Another school year in the books. And if you’re anything like me, you’re probably somewhere between proud, exhausted, and already thinking ahead to next year.

You didn’t just want to survive the end of the year. You wanted to finish strong. And if that didn’t quite happen the way you hoped—let’s take a breath.

Teacher Appreciation Week is JUST around the corner, and if you’re a school leader, this is an amazing opportunity to show up and show out for your teachers!

Between high-stakes testing, staff burnout, end-of-year evaluations, and student behavior peaks, this time of year feels like a pressure cooker.

I’ve created a Resource Bank of Free Tools to support educators, leaders, and advocates who are determined to stay grounded in their values and continue the work that matters most.