How can your daily actions create a ripple effect that shapes school culture and student success? In today's schools, leadership does not just come from principals or administrators—it lives in the classroom. Teacher leadership is a powerful, often underutilized force that drives school improvement, fosters collaboration, and elevates instructional quality. Join Dr. Kris Mitzner for this thought-provoking and practical workshop as you explore how to lead from exactly where you are. Through real-world examples, guided journaling, and ripple mapping exercises, you will reflect on your leadership journey, identify your influence, and leave with a plan to lead with confidence and clarity. Whether it is initiating a cross-grade book buddy program, modeling SEL strategies for students, mentoring new colleagues, or sharing resources with your team, your influence as a teacher-leader matters. Leadership is not about titles—it is about choices, mindset, and impact.

What if the key to influencing your school community lies in how well you connect, listen, and lead with your heart? Relational trust and emotional intelligence are not just "nice to have" skills—they are essential to leadership in education. Trust among school staff strongly correlates with teacher efficacy and overall school performance, and emotional intelligence traits—such as self-awareness, empathy, and social skills, are crucial to leadership success. Join Dr. Kris Mitzner for this practical, empowering workshop designed for classroom educators ready to lead with greater influence. Through self-assessments, reflective exercises, and proven trust-building strategies, you will learn how to enhance your emotional intelligence and strengthen relationships that power change. Step into your influence and discover how emotional intelligence can elevate your leadership from the classroom outward. From a teacher who builds team trust by consistently following through, to an educator modeling emotional regulation for students, trust and EQ show up in everyday choices. These behaviors not only build strong teams, but they also increase credibility, foster collaboration, and enhance the learning climate for everyone.

What does powerful, non-evaluative feedback look like among peers? Research shows that instructional coaching fosters sustained growth in teaching practices, while effective feedback ranks among the most impactful strategies for improving student outcomes. When teachers develop the skills to coach and support one another, they not only elevate their peers' practices but also contribute to a stronger school culture and collective success. Join Dr. Kris Mitzner for this engaging workshop and explore how educators can lead from the classroom by applying coaching and feedback techniques that influence peers in positive, non-evaluative ways. You will dive into real-world examples—like a teacher leader supporting a colleague through reflective conversations and structured feedback—and explore how to model this kind of leadership in your own teaching environment. Learn how to build trust, initiate feedback loops, and support professional growth through strengths-based, reflective dialogue. Whether you are mentoring new teachers, collaborating on lesson planning, or simply aiming to make a bigger impact in your school, this workshop will provide practical tools and strategies for coaching with empathy and intention. Join us to discover how coaching and feedback can become powerful tools for teacher leadership, right from your own classroom.

What makes a school team thrive instead of just surviving? Strong teams are the heartbeat of a successful school. Research shows that effective collaboration and purposeful leadership within PLCs lead to better instructional alignment, stronger student outcomes, and a more positive school culture. Whether you are facilitating a grade-level team, supporting data conversations, or helping solve shared challenges, your influence as a classroom leader matters. In this empowering, actionable workshop, Dr. Kris Mitzner shares how teachers can lead from the classroom by coaching peers, delivering effective feedback, and fostering thriving team dynamics. Explore what drives high-functioning PLCs, how to set meaningful team norms, and how to use influence (not authority) to guide productive collaboration. You will learn from real-world examples—like a teacher leading a data-driven PLC that transforms instruction—and walk away with tools you can use immediately. From shaping meeting culture to solving problems with colleagues, this workshop will help you grow as a collaborative leader and trusted voice within your team. Join us to explore how you can become a catalyst for collaboration and change—right from your classroom.

What does it take to champion innovation that truly sticks and spreads? In today's schools, change is constant—but meaningful innovation requires more than just good ideas. Research shows that most school-based change efforts fail not because of the idea itself, but because of a lack of urgency, clarity, or visible progress. As an educator, you can spark the kind of change that transforms instruction, culture, and outcomes—when paired with the right tools and mindsets. In this inspiring and practical workshop, Dr. Kris Mitzner explores how teachers can lead from the classroom by navigating the change process with confidence, purpose, and strategy. Discover how to apply change frameworks, identify key influencers, and generate small wins that build momentum. Whether you are piloting a new instructional practice or guiding a team toward a shared goal, this session will give you the roadmap to lead innovation with impact. From introducing a new formative assessment to scaling a successful strategy across your team, you will explore how everyday classroom leaders can become catalysts for sustainable, school-wide improvement. Join this workshop to discover how you can lead bold, meaningful change—from right where you are.

How do you sustain your leadership influence without burning out? In the ever-evolving world of education, leadership is not just about influence—it is about endurance. While passion fuels the start of your leadership journey, it is your personal vision and resilience that sustain it. Just as schools need strategic plans, teacher leaders need personal leadership visions and sustainable growth practices to thrive over time. In this rejuvenating and inspiring workshop, Dr. Kris Mitzner guides educators in developing a personalized leadership vision and resilience plan—tools that empower teachers to lead with clarity, confidence, and emotional strength. You will learn how to set realistic 90-day goals, celebrate progress (not just outcomes), and establish sustainable habits that keep your leadership energized and authentic. From setting boundaries to practicing reflection and celebration, discover how daily decisions can fuel long-term personal and professional growth—in and out of the classroom. Join us to reignite your purpose, refuel your passion, and build a leadership journey that lasts.