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Healthy Teachers, Happy Classrooms

A Conversation with Marcia L. Tate

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In this episode

Many teachers are understandably burning out! Their fire and passion for teaching are simply being extinguished. In this episode, best-selling author Marcia L. Tate takes listeners on a journey through her latest book, Healthy Teachers, Happy Classrooms, which tackles this problem head-on.

Join us as we delve into authentic experiences that inspired Dr. Tate’s work. We will also explore how this book can help you live a healthier, more joyful life and how to share those healthy habits with your students.

In this discussion, Dr. Tate covers:

  • The root causes and symptoms of educator and teacher stress, overwhelm, and burnout
  • Practical strategies proven to help you live better, live longer, and become a better teacher
  • Wellness principles and coping strategies you can incorporate into your daily life so you feel rejuvenated and ready to serve others

Featured in this episode

Healthy Teachers, Happy Classrooms

Healthy Teachers, Happy Classrooms

Healthy Teachers, Happy Classrooms

Bestselling author Dr. Marcia L. Tate delivers 12 brain-based principles for avoiding teacher burnout and increasing health and wellness for teachers. These research-backed strategies will help you thrive personally and professionally. Each chapter digs into the benefits of these self-care and stress management tips and offers suggestions for bringing the practice to life in your classroom.

Guest

Marcia L. Tate

Marcia L. Tate

Marcia L. Tate

Marcia L. Tate, EdD, is the former executive director of professional development for the DeKalb County School System in Decatur, Georgia. During her 30-year career with the district, she has been a classroom teacher, reading specialist, language arts coordinator, and staff development executive director.