Critical Information
K-12 teachers report the highest burnout rate of all U.S. professions, with more than four out of every 10 teachers noting that they feel burned out "always" or "very often" at work, according to a June 2022 Gallup poll.
Two modes for promoting resilience
Synchronous solutions…
The overarching goal of this program is retention. Through stress inoculation, faculty will use our unique Resilience Rubric, to prepare for the challenges of being an educator, causing burnout. Each member will construct a unique Prosilience Plan that helps identify and remediate risk factors, generated in both their personal and professional lives. There are two options:
Option #1 (Trailblazers): Each school identifies faculty with the greatest potential for success. These faculty members are led through a six month program to develop skills to help them become more successful. These faculty members will resonate success, inspiring others to greatness. In the second year, Resilience Advocates (RA's) will learn how to bring this work into their classrooms to promote student success.
Option #2 (New Hires): Faculty in their first two years of employment with the district. Our meetings will occur on the last Tuesday of each month (holiday exceptions), from 2:30-3:15, lasting approximately 45 minutes. During this time, an expert facilitator will guide the group through a combination of content and process, helping form an invaluable support net
Asynchronous solutions…
include on-demand video engagements on a range of topics from behavioral health to physical wellness. Faculty (and parents) can learn the rubric for developing greater resilience, to reduce stress and increase longevity. Enjoy a video montage on preventing burnout from our on-demand video engagements.
On-demand virtual engagements

Recognition of Substance Abuse Part I
Consider common substance use patterns with children and teens across various substances. Learn how educators and parents play a role in the choices children make and our role in prevention efforts.

Recognition of Substance Abuse Series Overview
This is an introduction to the substance abuse and prevention series by subject expert, Dr. John Streukens. Learn about this psychologist and the range of topics made interesting for educators.

Roadblocks to Effective Communication
There are twelve common content errors people make in communication that break contact. Dialogue between a couple illustrates how these roadblocks can quickly lead to a breakdown in dialogue.

School Law: Liability Part III
This course is the final installment of the series on legal liability in the school setting. Learn from case examples and test your understanding with vignettes to solidify your learning.

School Law: Religion Part I
This section is the first of a four-part course on the common issues that confront schools concerning religion and education, such as constitutional principles and the way courts resolve such issues.

School Law: Religion Part II
This is the second of a four-part course on the common issues that confront schools concerning religion and education, such as constitutional principles and the way courts resolve such issues.

School Law: Religion Part III
This is the third of a four-part course on the common issues that confront schools concerning religion and education, such as constitutional principles and the way courts resolve such issues.

School Law: Religion Part IV
This is the final section of a four-part course on the common issues that confront schools concerning religion and education, such as constitutional principles and the way courts resolve such issues.
Success Stories

"Whole School Health Through Psychosocial Emotional Learning highlights the importance of relationships, communication, and compassion for others. It presents a critical view in supporting, training, and retaining teachers through the lens of engaging and modeling behaviors that will help our rural students be better civic leaders and community members. My favorite quote from the book gives credit to the author's upbringing and modeling from his parents: 'We must experience the world through others so we can fully engage in educating all children. My father and mother modeled to me and my siblings how to experience the world through somebody else’s eyes, especially if their outer differences stirred up discomfort or displeasure, enriching all lives involved.' I recommend all leaders, teachers, and stakeholders secure their copy as they prepare for school."
Allen Pratt, Executive Director, National Rural Education Association (NREA)