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Have you ever considered that there's only one profession every human being encounters regardless of wealth, background, or circumstance? After four decades in education, I've witnessed both the profound impact of teachers and the frustrating misrepresentation of our profession in media and public discourse. My journey began like many educators—playing "school" as a child, assigning homework to my brothers at our kitchen table. Those childhood games evolved into twenty fulfilling years as a high school Spanish and English teacher, followed by roles as assistant principal and principal across multiple schools. When an unexpected job loss left me at a crossroads in 2014, I saw two paths: join the ranks of disillusioned educators leaving the field or become part of the solution. That's when Tools for Success was born—a company created to provide the face-to-face instructional support I had struggled to give my own teachers as a time-strapped principal. This podcast represents the next evolution in that mission. Through our first series, "The Ripple Effect of a Teacher," we'll explore education's far-reaching influence through conversations with diverse guests who understand the unique power of educators. I'm driven by Romans 12:6-8—"If it is teaching, then teach"—and a conviction that our narrative should be defined by those who live it daily, not by soundbites or simplistic criticisms. Whether you're an educator seeking validation, a parent curious about what drives teachers, or someone interested in education's impact on society, subscribe now to join a conversation that celebrates the profession that shapes every life. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL Follow us and get updates from our website: https://www.toolsforsuccessindy.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TFSIndyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathy-tooley-330133a9?authType=NAME_SEARCH&authToken=2gRS&locale=en_US&srchid=3855086281466603325786&srchindex=1&srchtotal=10&trk=vsrp_people_res_name&trkInfo=VSRPsearchId%3A3855086281466603325786%2CVSRPtargetId%3A385508628%2CVSRPcmpt%3Aprimary%2CVSRPnm%3Atrue%2CauthType%3ANAME_SEARCH&challengeId=AQGPfvEYs-VzVgAAAYxAAptybeh-H4KKua_ggf6EDi51alRjJXKLiDUA-vf6ayagxankT4qfNARVvQgmGQxb6PO36Q3tQ7E7EA&submissionId=c879daad-b74b-9e17-e700-dce0aa4b8e18&challengeSource=AgHcLwt0a2FQjAAAAYxAA7OJ_gedvX6uyrYpT6Rg4cvzbMnqwYbEfRHxb_I8GxA&challegeType=AgGh3rN6ar8TeQAAAYxAA7OMZ5eV7Gi1t6gfX2WfPE5LomCkYAV3TbU&memberId=AgHncKD7of0HpAAAAYxAA7OPNXztN-0hXip30Fwj9CfL6Ks&recognizeDevice=AgHCp4zMJg9rGAAAAYxAA7ORTuEjvWiTBBsHOAWOHvDS5wjkbX5qInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/toolsforsuccessindy/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ctooley19/?...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ToolsForSuccessIndianapolis/
The Ripple Effect of Teachers: Who is Cathy Tooley?
Leveling Up Rigor in Your Classroom: Activities for Elementary Students #teaching #gradeschool
Leveling Up Rigor in Your Classroom: Activities for Middle School Students #teaching #middleschool
Leveling Up Rigor in Your Classroom: Activities for High School Students #teaching #highschool
Creating a Growth Mindset Classroom #teaching #classroom #teachingtips
Gathering data is something we all do, but do you make understanding that data a priority? If you are having trouble in understanding data, it is imperative that you find someone who can teach you. It can be a complete game changer in how you help your students excel. #teaching #understandingdata #highschool #gradeschool #middleschool FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL Follow us and get updates from our website: https://www.toolsforsuccessindy.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TFSIndyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathy-tooley-330133a9?authType=NAME_SEARCH&authToken=2gRS&locale=en_US&srchid=3855086281466603325786&srchindex=1&srchtotal=10&trk=vsrp_people_res_name&trkInfo=VSRPsearchId%3A3855086281466603325786%2CVSRPtargetId%3A385508628%2CVSRPcmpt%3Aprimary%2CVSRPnm%3Atrue%2CauthType%3ANAME_SEARCH&challengeId=AQGPfvEYs-VzVgAAAYxAAptybeh-H4KKua_ggf6EDi51alRjJXKLiDUA-vf6ayagxankT4qfNARVvQgmGQxb6PO36Q3tQ7E7EA&submissionId=c879daad-b74b-9e17-e700-dce0aa4b8e18&challengeSource=AgHcLwt0a2FQjAAAAYxAA7OJ_gedvX6uyrYpT6Rg4cvzbMnqwYbEfRHxb_I8GxA&challegeType=AgGh3rN6ar8TeQAAAYxAA7OMZ5eV7Gi1t6gfX2WfPE5LomCkYAV3TbU&memberId=AgHncKD7of0HpAAAAYxAA7OPNXztN-0hXip30Fwj9CfL6Ks&recognizeDevice=AgHCp4zMJg9rGAAAAYxAA7ORTuEjvWiTBBsHOAWOHvDS5wjkbX5qInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/toolsforsuccessindy/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ctooley19/?...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ToolsForSuccessIndianapolis/
Data-Driven Decision-Making in Education
How to Handle "Smart" Comments from Middle Schoolers with Confidence #middleschool #teaching
Gearing Students to Higher Level Thinking #teaching #classroom #teachingschool #highschool
Lead with Purpose: Best Practices for K-12 Leaders #gradeschool #middleschool #highschool #teaching
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