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This is it.

Last day for 9 Weeks to a Make A Difference Year Curriculum.

When the clock strikes 12:00 tonight, that’s it.

All of this … all of it … vanishes:

Take a look at EVERYTHING you’re getting, PLUS Bonuses:

But don’t take my word for it…

Click here to go see the whole program’s dashboard for yourself!  Check out what I did with my Biggest, Baddest 6th Grade Class beginning DAY 1, WEEK 1 …

(^^^Click here to watch Mary’s ballsy move that put her in full control^^^)

There’s not much else to say, really…

Except grab access to your FULL online dashboard access now.

9 Weeks to a Make A Difference Year Curriculum

Make this the year you win back your time and your life while making a profound difference, no matter what the diagnoses or labels are.

Reaching out …

PS …   Time is ticking, so grab it now and make it your Best Year Ever!

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Founder of Heart Productions & Publishing LLC, the Pacific Northwest

Make THIS Your BEST YEAR EVER!

Hey there!

I’m always thrilled when I read research that supports what I’ve been teaching and practicing for the past forty years!

For today’s TurnAround, I wanted to give you just one short excerpt from the Harvard Business Review – How to Turn Around a Failing School by Alex Hill, Liz Mellon, Jules Goddard and Ben Laker’s Report!

Their first recommendation based on the effective (and ineffective) practices they uncovered is:

Don’t improve teaching first.  This was a very common mistake.  Many schools tried to improve teaching while still struggling with students with problematic behaviors – you need to create the right environment first.

You know what?

Contrary to what you might have thought, if you don’t make the time to teach students the skills of how to be a part of something greater than themselves with teamwork and community, you’ll be stuck playing whack-a-mole all day, every day.

It’s true!

Did you know that you only need 9 weeks to turn the corner on classroom management and self-governing behavior?

It starts Day 1 (click here to watch how I got control of the biggest baddest class without using force.)

I swear, it’s true!

Now, you might be wondering, why nine weeks?

Well, let me tell you. Back when I was in the classroom, I found that the first nine weeks of school were crucial. If I could meet my students’ social and emotional needs during that time, the rest of the year would be smooth sailing. Life in my classroom would be absolutely amazing!

The same holds true for the educational leaders I coach and consult with daily.

It really IS as simple as nine weeks!

So, here’s the deal. I taught my students, their parents and even other educators how to create a compassionate community. And guess what? It worked like a charm! Not only did it raise their emotional intelligence, but their academic performance also skyrocketed.

Curious how I did it?

Well, my approach was pretty simple. I focused on my students’ social and emotional needs instead of worrying about completing a certain number of pages each week. It’s all about building synergistic connections.

My goal was simple. I placed the children’s social and emotional needs above my concern about making it through “X number of pages” per week.

Call It Out with Compassionate Curiosity!

First Things First

During those first 9 weeks of school, every single time there was a social or emotional situation in the classroom, lunchroom, or playground, we had an open discussion.

Be Rigorous On Call Outs 

And let me tell you, we didn’t rush it. No matter how long it took, we dove right into it by asking “what” instead of “why” questions.

That’s when the magic happened. More often than not, within 30 seconds or less, I was able to get to the heart of the problem and turn things around.

Don’t avoid, dismiss, or ignore what’s right in front of you. Deal with it head-on, and you’ll see some incredible results in just nine weeks.

Start with The Fundamentals

Listen up, folks. With all the pressure to get high scores on achievement tests these days, you absolutely must address the emotional and social issues first. That’s the foundation. Once you’ve got that in place, everything else falls into place too. It’s like the holy grail of education!

And here’s the best part. I’m giving you the chance to grab my 9-Week School Curriculum at a whopping 70% off! Pass it on and make a real difference this year.

Oh, and before I forget, today’s 30 Second TurnAround is all about being rigorous when it comes to calling things out!

Don’t miss out on the 70% SAVINGS!  It all ends TOMORROW!

Wishing you an amazing year ahead …

PS … Your teaching career is about to take a remarkable turn! Here’s what I’ve done:  I’m GIVING you FREE ACCESS to the opening 4 segments (tabs) of my 9 Weeks to a Make A Difference Year Curriculum DASHBOARD so you can go watch what happened with the biggest, baddest class I inherited in Week 1.  Head over and find out how I turned around an impossible classroom through open discussions and caring connections.

Oh, and don’t forget to take advantage of the 70% off on my 9-Weeks to your BEST YEAR EVER. Time is ticking, so grab it now and MAKE IT YOUR BEST YEAR!

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Heart Productions & Publishing LLC, the Pacific Northwest

Hey there!

A couple of weeks back, I was rambling on about this fancy thing called Ockham’s Razor. It’s all about finding the simplest solution to a problem. You know, not making things overly complicated and stuff.

Anyway, turns out this principle is pretty handy when it comes to dealing with kids too. Sometimes, the simplest solution is actually the most effective (trust me on this).

Now, let me just take a moment to applaud all the effort being put into finding better ways to work with today’s children. I mean, at last count, 20+ programs being adopted by school districts right now. That’s a lot!

But here’s the thing: bigger is not always better. More comprehensive doesn’t always mean immediate success. And let’s not forget about all those activities, strategies and options that can just make your head spin.

As for me, I’ve got my own thing going on. My approach may seem a little unconventional, but it’s actually pretty simple, straightforward and eye opening.

Unleash the Power of the SNOOZE Test:
The Ultimate Guide to Avoiding Complicated Programs

So, I’ve got this super scientific test called the SNOOZE test. Basically, if a new program’s directions, activities and everything else make me fall asleep, then it’s a no-go for me.

Can’t have anything too complicated if I want to reach and teach my students, right?

My main goal is building class unity and community through asking conversation starter questions that bring about lively, thought-provoking group discussions to drive social skill development.

I truly believe that the real MVP of education is the leader who can bring a bunch of crazy cats together in the same room (figuratively, of course).

To do that, you gotta know what makes each student tick. And trust me, never be afraid to have a conversation with them, because that’s where the magic happens.

In one chat, you can learn everything you need to know.

Now, let’s talk about my 9 Week Program.

It’s all about using movies and activities as conversation starters.

And the best part?

You don’t have to come up with the questions. I’ve done the heavy lifting for you!

Just keep asking, like you’re a gold miner digging for nuggets.

So, there you have it!

Let’s keep it simple, keep it fun and keep those kids working on talking things through together – as one team – one community.

Here’s we’ve tackled today:

– Ockham’s Razor: the simple solution to kids and their craziness!
– Don’t need 20+ programs, just need one that doesn’t make you snooze.
– Get to know your students, focus on building unity and community through unifying conversation starter movies and activities. 

That’s it.   Thanks for being here!

Reaching out …

PS … Ready to simplify your teaching approach and create a welcoming, safe and synergistic classroom environment?  Don’t miss out on my 9 Week – ONE 30-60 minute Class Period a Week – Curriculum to creating a SYNERGISTIC, accelerated learning environment.

70% SAVINGS ENDS FRIDAY

Head over to take a peek at the dashboard: 9 Weeks for your BEST YEAR EVER and get excited about how my Make A Difference Year Curriculum can transform your students’ learning experience. Trust me, it’s the simplest and most effective way to make a difference!

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Founder of Heart Productions & Publishing LLC, the Pacific Northwest

Ready to make a Ballsy Move?! 

Are you dreading Day 1?

Have you heard that you are about to inherit a classroom with a reputation?

Having sleepless nights?  Upset stomach?  Nerves on end?

Are you wondering how you are going to navigate kids talking over you and each other repeatedly, bickering and not feeling your students energetically engaged?

That’s how I felt the year I was offered a teaching job at my dream school to take on the Biggest, Baddest 6th Grade Class the school had ever seen.

Today I answer the question in the top graphic:  “What’s the best that can happen in 9 Weeks?” …

(^^^Click here to watch my ballsy move that put me in full control^^^)

Here’s what I’ve done.

I’m GIVING you FREE ACCESS to the opening 4 segments (tabs) of my 9 Weeks to a Make A Difference Year Curriculum DASHBOARD so you can go watch what happened with the biggest, baddest class I inherited in Week 1.

Make this the year you win back your time and your life while making a profound difference, no matter what the diagnoses or labels are.

I really hope you’ll try my New Rules Method.  I think you’ll be amazed!

Reaching out …

PS … Are you ready to enJOY teaching again?  It’s time to prioritize relationship-building and mutual understanding in your classroom!

Don’t miss out on my 9 Week – ONE 30-60 minute Class Period a Week – Curriculum to creating a SYNERGISTIC, accelerated learning environment. 

70% SAVINGS ENDS FRIDAY

Head over to TeachingEnergetics.com/9Weeks and get ready to revolutionize your teaching approach. Let’s build classrooms that are truly welcoming, enriching, safe, fun and academically accelerating.  Join us today!

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Founder of Heart Productions & Publishing LLC, the Pacific Northwest

Dear Difference Maker,

It’s that time of year, when schools open their doors again.

In the upcoming days, weeks and months I am going to be writing to you about the adults in any room – teachers, parents, specialists and grandparents – as it relates to our educational community.

Specifically, how to be the adult in the room who can in fact, have all the power, without having to use old, worn-out adulting default tactics (authoritarianism) that never worked for the long haul – except to cause anxiety to skyrocket, tensions to soar and violent outbursts to exceed social norms – at an unprecedented level.

And not just for today’s children but also for adults loving, living and working with them.

Having been my parent’s Problem Child, I made a decision at age 17 to do things differently than the adults in my life had done.

That one decision was a defining moment in my life.

It’s been my North Star.  I’ve been writing, speaking and consulting for forty years about the unconventional approaches I came up with to bring children and adults together.

I’ve been on a long, windy road which included speaking, training and consulting with educational and corporate leaders across the United States.  In just a two year period, I spoke to over 20,000 and I received 100’s of evaluations every single day.

Can you imagine what that would be like, if today’s children evaluated the adult in the room every single day – or even every 9 weeks – on your performance?!

I know! A scary thought right?

That’s what I bring to the table.

Vast, field-tested, experience that being evaluated every single day helped me fine tune and improve upon.  Being an independent contractor for National Seminars Group, they could let me go at a moment’s notice.

I’m just saying that I know the pressure of the name of the game we’re all in.

Let’s get something clear.  I’m not telling you this to impress you, but to impress upon you, that I’ve been in the trenches and what I have to offer – while it may or may not seem unconventional – has extensive evidence-based science and merit.

What I have to share is not complicated, convoluted or time intensive.

I’ve buried the lead for forty years. 

It’s in every book and online program I’ve written and developed in or around Chapter/Module 4!

I’m really excited – and relieved – to be bringing this wonderful bit of information to the forefront within the next few weeks and months.

If you take a look at the books I’ve written you will notice I’ve also enjoyed writing and teaching about a variety of subjects (Color Personality Styles, MasterMinding, etc.) which I have every intention to revisit at some point.

There are many reading this who have been with me for 17+ years and I love that about you.  I just want you to know, that for the sake of Today’s Children, I have a singular focus for the time being and that’s to be a Difference Maker for all those people who need, want and are ready for what I have to offer.

I’m going to do everything in my power to shed a new warm light on what’s exploding our kids today because, while we’re close to doing better with all of the new books and programs being offered, we’re not there yet.

I hope you’ll stay with me as we navigate a new spin on old territory from now to the end of 2023.

I’m not playing here.

I know you know this but it’s so gosh darn important I’m going to say it anyway …

The first nine weeks of any school year will either make or break the school year.  Now is the time to lean into something that may seem too simple, too easy to actually work and yet, it can and has.

I feel so strongly about my 9 Weeks to Your BEST YEAR EVER Curriculum that I’m extending my annual 70% Special Offer to the end of this week.

And as we travel along here, and as more and more of my story unfolds, you will learn that I am seriously the wrong person to ever JREDD (Justify, Rationalize, Explain, Defend and Explain) to about how you don’t have time, energy or money.

Watch your email because I have more to say about the first nine weeks of the school year this week that I think will give you a lot of hope and relief … as well as make a lot of sense.

Starting with NEW RULES – what to do differently beginning Day 1.

It’s on its way to you right after you receive this!  Watch for it.

Reaching out from my heart to yours …

PS … I welcome your kind thoughts about how I can best serve you.  Click here.

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Founder of Heart Productions & Publishing LLC, the Pacific Northwest

Dear Difference Maker,

I know it may sound counter-intuitive for teachers to stop talking, and start listening but trust me when show you how it’s the key to dissolving classroom upsets.

Group conversations, when done compassionately, will give individual students the opportunity to relate with other students experiencing similar thoughts, feelings and issues, creating a feeling of universality and connection. They also create a sense of hope and unity as they watch each other feel better and do better.

There’s no better time than the present.   The first 9-Weeks of any school year are pivotal in creating the excitement and expectancy of making it your BEST YEAR EVER!

Learn more about how to make your classroom safe, all-inclusive and hum with academic productivity with our “9 Weeks to A Make A Difference Year” quick and easy to do curriculum.

Click the link for more information and get started now!

Reaching out …

Founder of Heart Productions & Publishing, LLC

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A couple of weeks ago, on TurnAround Thursday I wrote about Ockham’s Razor.

Ockham’s razor is a philosophical principle that states that the simplest solution is usually the best one. This means that when faced with a problem, you want to look for the simplest solution and avoid overcomplicating things.

So, when it comes to working with kids, the simplest solution can be the most effective one (more times than not).

I want to acknowledge all of the work going into finding better ways to work with today’s children.  At my last count, there are 24 top programs school districts are adopting into their curriculum.

With that said, I just want to say this:  bigger, more comprehensive, with lots of activities, strategies and options is not always better, nor immediately applicable.

It’s my job to know what these programs offer – especially in comparison to what I have to offer – which you will see may seem more unconventional, when in fact, my approach is simple, straightforward and humane.

I always give each new program I’m investigating the SNOOZE test.

What is that?

It’s as simple as me falling asleep as I’m reading through a new program’s directions, activities and things to do above and beyond trying to reach and teach my students!

I have ONE FOCUS to begin with: building class unity and community through team work and social skill development.

The educational leader who is determined to herd a bunch of cats into the same room is the leader who can make the biggest and best difference in the lives of every single student.

To do that, you must find out what makes each student tick and then not ever ever ever allow yourself to be afraid of what each student thinks.  For in that one conversation you can learn everything you need to know.

My 9 Week Program is all about movies and activities designed to be conversation starters.

You don’t have to come up with the questions.

You just need to ask and keep asking as if you are a miner digging for gold nuggets.

Make this the year you win back your time and your life while making a profound difference, no matter what the diagnoses or labels are.

Reaching out …

Founder of Heart Productions & Publishing LLC, the Pacific Northwest

Hey there Difference Makers!

Did you know that you just need … 9 Weeks to achieve a ‘Make A Difference’ Year!

Why nine weeks?

Every school year, I felt the first nine-weeks of school set the stage for the entire year. I knew—down to my toes—that if my students’ social and emotional needs were met, they would be highly functional for the rest of the school year. Life in my classroom would be very, very good.

It just takes nine!

Through teaching children, educators, and parents how to build a compassionate community, we dramatically raised emotional intelligence—EQ—and therefore academic performance.

How did I do this?

My goal was simple. I placed the children’s social and emotional needs above my concern about making it through “X number of pages” per week.

Call It Out with Compassionate Curiosity!

First Things First
In the first 9 weeks of the school year, every – and I do mean “every” – single time a social or emotional situation played out in the classroom, lunchroom or play ground, we had an open discussion – no matter how long it took. Take it exactly as it comes.

This was when I discovered I could consistently turn things around in 30 seconds or less more times than not by getting to the heart of the problem.

Don’t avoid, dismiss or ignore what’s in front of you to take care of right here, right now. The payoff in nine weeks will be huge.

Start with The Fundamentals
With the pressure to get kids to score high on achievement tests today, you simply must deal with the emotional and social issues first. Everything after that becomes the foundation for everything you could ever want the educational experience to be.

And now, I’m inviting you to grab up my 70% Savings on my 9-Week School Curriculum so you can Pass-It-On.

Be Rigorous On Call Outs 

And so that’s today’s 30 Second TurnAround!

Are you tired of rewards and punishments? It’s time to prioritize relationship-building and mutual understanding in your classroom! Don’t miss out on my 9 Week – ONE 30-minute Class Period a Week – Curriculum to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment. Head over to TeachingEnergetics.com/9Weeks and get ready to revolutionize your teaching approach. Let’s build classrooms that are truly welcoming, enriching, safe, fun and academically accelerating. Join us today! 70% Savings going on right now!

Reaching out …

PS … I want to thank so many reading this for forwarding my messages on to your friends, family and colleagues.  However, now our email message is encoded to be delivered ONLY if it comes from our server.  Consequently, it is imperative that from now on, you use this link to forward this message to a friend.

I appreciate you so much for the difference I believe you are making in the world. THIS DOES NOT subscribe any one you are forwarding this to.

Heart Productions & Publishing LLC, the Pacific Northwest

Hey there Difference Makers!

So this week, I am all about the ’23-’24 School Year – starting August 1st in many places around the county – and what it will take for Educational Leaders to make it their BEST YEAR EVER!

Get ready to start this school year feeling ready to conquer the world, because I’ve got a little something up my sleeve that is guaranteed to boost morale.

Now, this is specifically for all you educators out there who have been through the wringer these past few years, both personally and professionally. I know you may not have any emotional bandwidth left to even think about learning a new system, let alone implementing it. All you want is total student engagement so you can focus on teaching what you love! Well, my friend, I’ve got just the thing for you.

Shake Things Up This School Year:
Do One Thing Different for a Miraculous Transformation

Now, let’s talk about the beginning of the school year. I’m you’ve heard of the infamous “Don’t Smile Until Christmas” method. But let me tell you, as someone who had a tough time in school, I decided to throw that method out the window. Instead, I made it a point to smile at every single student walking through my door. And not only that, I dedicated  the first 9 weeks of the school year to dealing with every single social-emotional incident that came up on the spot. No matter what!

I was determined to tackle all the stuff that made it hard for my students to focus, breathe, and learn. I didn’t let a single eye-roll, hurtful look, or unnecessary comment slip by me.

I did One Thing Different that many teachers are skeptical about – I stopped everything on a dime and teamed up with the offending student(s) to investigate and resolve every single issue. And let me tell you, it worked like a charm!

Now, I know what you’re thinking. With a classroom full of 55-65% at-risk youth, the academic progress might have been a bit slow at first. There was just so much happening that needed to be addressed. But guess what? At around the 9-week mark, everything started to accelerate beyond my wildest expectations!

So, how did I create a safe space for my students, you ask? Well, on Day One of the school year, I had the students come up with the rules themselves. That way, they were fully invested and took charge of regulating the group dynamics. And here’s the surprising part – their rules ended up being much stricter than anything I would have come up with!

And guess what? It worked! Every single school year, with every single student, regardless of their behavioral diagnosis, label, or learning style. I couldn’t believe it myself, but this different approach ended up boosting classroom productivity to the point where my students were making an average of 2.5-3 years of growth in their Stanford Achievement scores each year, no matter who was in my class.

So, here’s my challenge to you this year – Do One Thing Different – with my “click, play” movies in conjunction with my “conversation starter” questions to find out what really makes each kid tick.

It doesn’t have to require a lot of thought or planning. Just try something that will expand your insight, perception, influence and skills with those students who you struggle with. This IS something that will reenergize your spirit and renew your faith in humanity. It’s as simple as dedicating ONE 30 minute class period a week (or more if you want to) over the first 9 weeks.

Trust me, this will fill your cup with the confidence that this year’s class is starting off as a safe, all-inclusive, caring, synergistic community. And if this idea has piqued your interest, keep an eye out for my upcoming emails because I have something exciting to share with you!

You have the power to win back your time and your life while making a profound difference, no matter what the diagnoses or labels. So let’s make this school year the best one yet!

One Thing Different

And so that’s today’s 30 Second TurnAround!

Don’t settle for an ordinary school year when you can have an extraordinary one! Visit TeachingEnergetics.com/9Weeks to access exclusive information about our revolutionary 9 Week – ONE 30-minute Class Period a Week – Curriculum, designed to renew your faith in education and bring about a magical transformation in your students. Get ready to witness kindness, empathy, and respect flourish in your classroom! Don’t wait any longer, click now and embark on the journey to your BEST SCHOOL YEAR EVER.  70% Savings going on right now!

Reaching out …

PS … I want to thank so many reading this for forwarding my messages on to your friends, family and colleagues.  However, now our email message is encoded to be delivered ONLY if it comes from our server.  Consequently, it is imperative that from now on, you use this link to forward this message to a friend.

I appreciate you so much for the difference I believe you are making in the world. THIS DOES NOT subscribe any one you are forwarding this to.

Heart Productions & Publishing LLC, the Pacific Northwest

Dear Difference Maker,

With the new year I have new programs coming that I’m really excited to share with you starting with my educators. I have a large heart-centered group of subscribers that includes parents, educators, administrators and leaders throughout the world.

To kick of this new year, my focus will be on my newest program about Energetics for Educators. No. It’s not an exercise program! It’s a program that will shift your energy alright, but the focus is on how we have the power to influence the outcomes we are currently getting exclusively with our attitudes, vibes and tones.

Follow me on my new Facebook page this year for more great tips!

There is a better way to bring peaceful engagement to your classroom (virtually or in-person), but it’s up to you (and only YOU!) to stop waiting.  Waiting for funding, waiting for someone, somewhere out there, to help you.

Make time to learn how your energy is in fact, influencing the outcomes you are getting whether you mean for it to be or not.  You’ve got to make time to save time.

Reaching out …

Founder of Heart Publishing

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