Four Essentials for Joyful & Inclusive Schools
FREE WEBINAR
Hey Teacher Bestie!
I love our community because we have real conversations with teachers across the country! Lately I’m hearing the same concerns over and over, regardless of where you and your students might be-
- Disengaged students- it seems like some kids just aren’t interested
- Behavior issues disrupting lessons- you spend more time managing than teaching
- Academic gaps that seem impossible to close- students are coming in with significant academic needs!
- Lack of joy- it’s just not as joyful as it used to be…
Any of this sound familiar?
Maybe you’ve even thought about leaving education altogether?
But what if there’s another way?
In joyful and inclusive schools, both students and educators thrive. That’s why I created the Four Essentials for Joyful & Inclusive Schools webinar—to help you break through the barriers and transform your school into a place where learning and connection flourish.
What You’ll Learn
During this 60-minute session, I share a four-part framework designed to uncover the root barriers to joy and inclusion—and offer practical strategies to overcome them. You’ll explore:
- What a truly joyful and inclusive school looks like.
- How to use joy as a powerful tool for change.
- Actionable steps to close the gap between your current efforts and the results you want.
Maybe you’re already implementing equitable or joyful strategies but aren’t seeing the progress you hoped for, this webinar is also for YOU. It’s a chance to dig deeper and uncover new ways to lead your school forward without sacrificing your well-being or your teachers’ energy.
Real Results from Real Educators
When you bring joy and inclusion into focus, the results are transformational. Here’s what some educators have said after working with me:
- “Deonna is thoughtful and truly listens to the concerns of educators. Her strategies helped us rebuild relationships between staff and students in ways we hadn’t imagined.”
- “Her insights on joy and inclusion shifted our mindset as a leadership team. We’re already seeing improvements in staff morale and student engagement.”
- “I only wish we’d connected with Deonna sooner. The changes we’ve implemented are making a real difference for both our students and our teachers.”
Why Joy and Inclusion Matter
When schools prioritize joy and inclusion, they create environments where students feel seen, heard, and supported. Teachers are better equipped to manage challenges, meet student needs, and enjoy their work again. This isn’t just about surviving the school year—it’s about thriving.
Want to see me in action and learn how to bring joy and inclusion to your school? Sign up now to access the Four Essentials for Joyful & Inclusive Schools webinar recording.
Let’s stop counting down the days to the next break and start transforming schools into spaces of possibility, growth, and JOY. Sign up TODAY, and let’s make it happen together!
P.S. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn strategies that could change your school—and your career—for the better. Download the recording and start building a joyful, inclusive school today!
Dr. Deonna Smith is an advocate for educational justice, teacher and abolitionist. Born and raised in Spokane, Washington, Deonna grew up navigating a system that was built to suppress and marginalize Black and Brown kids. Deonna’s passion for justice began early, as the only student of color in most places, and a first generation college student, Deonna experienced firsthand the corrosive nature of systemic racism. After completing her undergraduate degree Deonna sought to be the Black teacher she never had. Years in the classroom exposed just how deep the roots of systemic racism ran. Having a Black teacher wasn’t enough if you were working at a school that refused to confront racism, inequity and bias. As a teacher, Deonna saw how systemic racism impacted her students. As an administrator, she saw how it impacted her school and even the community.
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