May 7, 2020
170: You are more than your evaluation. - 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
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 Danna
Danna'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:
- 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
