Do we need more joy in schools?! Yes, we do! Check out this heartfelt conversation with Cindi Cohn and Christine Jones as we dive into what is missing in schools and how we can build community through celebrations and inspiration. Cindi Cohn worked in the first virtual school as an Academic Coach. She is now the author of "More Joy", Podcast Host, and created the "More Joy" community. Christine Jones is a current Kindergarten Teacher, has various leadership roles in education, and is about to publish two books ("The Balancing Act" and "Creating Harmony in the Classroom") and a program called "Social Emotional Reframing." These two women exude joy and want to see that in schools! As the school year starts in many parts of the northern hemisphere, we want to send love and support to our teachers and students as they venture into another school year filled with learning and growth.
In this episode.... Introduction-about my summer break since I took a break from the podcast from Season 2 (ended on June 25th) and Season 3 (starts August 20th). I talk about writing my first book..which my goal is to have it out by mid-late fall! I read a love letter to Hawaii which is part of my Hawaii chapter in my book. I say a prayer for Maui and the Big Island. After the introduction the rest of the episode is a conversation with Cindi and Christine.
Introduction (1st 11 minutes)
Cindi & Christine More Joy conversation (starts at 11:10 minutes)
If you would like to donate to Hawaii to help them restore and rebuild after the devastating fires you can follow these links below:
https://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/maui-strong
https://mauiunitedway.org/disasterrelief
https://www.redcross.org/local/hawaii.html
https://www.mauihumanesociety.org/donate-olx/
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Quotes
Cindi
"I literally lived education!"
"I love non-traditional types of education where we are teaching life skills."
"Your vibe attracts your tribe!"
Christine
"We got to work on the community"
"We bring joy to the classroom with class celebrations and cheering each other on."
"My kids sang to me-I love you, you love me, we are a happy family."
