Every teacher has a story. No one becomes a teacher by accident. There is always something that draws them in.

Join Dr. Jessica Betz as she discusses with guest Steve Solinski what draws teachers to the profession and keeps them teaching year after year despite challenges that may be faced. A former teacher of Dr. Betz's who is retiring from the field of education, Steve shares his thoughts on ways to keep teachers invested in teaching future generations.

Music used: "Electronic Hopeful" by Bopper Beats

God worked, and then He rested. He blessed rest. He made it holy; And Jesus calls us to Him with an invitation for rest.

Join Dr. Jessica Betz as she discusses burnout in education and how teachers and other educational leaders can avoid it, while setting healthy boundaries and taking time to rest when needed, emphasizing how even God Himself rested after undertaking the work of creation.

Music used: "Electronic Hopeful" by Bopper Beats

Five minutes can build confidence. Five minutes can deepen understanding. Five minutes can change a student’s identity as a writer. And sometimes, five minutes can change a life.

Join Dr. Jessica Betz as she explores diving into writing with students and forming human beings, sharing how important it is to see the individual in front of educational leaders and helping students discover their own voice, their own confidence, and their own potential.

Music used: "Electronic Hopeful" by Bopper Beats

Restoring peace begins with restoring dignity.

Tension and division among adults can quietly damage school culture. This episode tackles how leaders can confront bullying behaviors with justice, mercy, and Christ-centered courage.

Reflection question:
How can you model charity and truth when faced with conflict?

Music used: "Electronic Hopeful" by Bopper Beats