Jan. 26, 2026

88. STRONG Teacher Report #1: Community Updates, New Content & What We're Building

88. STRONG Teacher Report #1: Community Updates, New Content & What We're Building

STRONG Teacher Report #1: Community Updates, New Content & What We're Building


Welcome to the first STRONG Teacher Report—a live update on what we're building together at Why Edify!


In this session, I share:

  • ✓ Recent Content Highlights
  • What MLK Jr. Knew About Teaching - https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/what-mlk-jr-knew-about-teaching/
  • Why Curiosity is a Teacher's Superpower - https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/the-teachers-who-last-are-still-wondering/
  • 37 Years of Wisdom with Craig Shapiro - https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/teacher-burnout-prevention-37-years-of-classroom-wisdom-with-craig-shapiro/
  • ✓ STRONG Teachers Lounge Updates
  • We've hit 101 members from around the world!
  • Community discussion: What's your teaching superpower and kryptonite?
  • Introducing The STRONG Year—month-by-month resources for educators


✓ The STRONG Framework Explained

S - Successes (celebrate progress, not perfection)

T - Thoughts & Takeaways (continuous learning)

R - Recovery & Renewal (intentional recharging)

O - Optimize (small systemic changes that compound)

N - No to Perfectionism (give yourself grace)

G - Gratitude & Growth (keep score of what's going well)


Join The STRONG Teachers Lounge:

A community of educators building sustainable practices together. - https://www.skool.com/the-strong-teachers-lounge-3476/about


About Why Edify:

Supporting educators and public education. Helping teachers become happier, healthier, and stronger.


Newsletter: https://www.jeremyajorgensen.com/newsletter/


00:00 - Introduction & Why I'm Live Streaming

02:15 - What MLK Jr. Knew About Teaching (Article Highlight)

05:30 - Curiosity as a Teacher Superpower (Podcast)

08:45 - Craig Shapiro Interview Takeaways

12:00 - STRONG Teachers Lounge: 101 Members!

14:20 - Community Discussion: Superpowers & Kryptonite

17:00 - Introducing The STRONG Year (January Module Preview)

21:30 - The STRONG Framework Explained

27:00 - Closing & Call to Action


This is a live recording. Audio quality improved from the first attempt (we had a mic issue—classic live stream moment). Thanks for being here!


What's your teaching kryptonite? Drop it in the comments! 👇

Mine is repeating directions multiple times. What drains your energy in the classroom?


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