Articles to empower great teachers
We believe in the power of teachers to guide students in discovering their unique talents, passions, and purpose. Our free training and vast library of resources, will help you cultivate a classroom with meaningful real-world experiences. You and your students will develop grit and a growth mindset to tackle any problem life might throw your way.
Win-Win Classroom Moments with our Negotiating Game Activity
Braydon Eden teaches English at an alternative high school near Salt Lake City. He uses Empowered’s resources to foster collaboration and win-win moments in his classroom.
The Sky’s the Limit
Cearra Jones, with our Training Team, shares how a challenging student reminded her that “the sky’s the limit” for learners – and teachers can guide the way.
The Need for Learner-Led Learning
Empowered activities and resources help teachers create more learner-led learning experiences in the classroom. It makes activities more engaging and creates greater benefits.
How Is Our Training Different?
Mik Love, head of our training team, talks about how Empowered’s Professional Development for teachers is different – and we think better.
Nurturing Student Gifts
Students with support plans deserve to contribute to their classes. Empowered gives them an opportunity to apply their gifts.
Discovering Innovation
The benefits of innovating lessons with real-world application for students are innumerable.
Defining the “Growth Mindset”
“We believe in people. We are certain that every person is valued and worthy of dignity and respect. We know each person can grow to develop their talents to overcome both seen and unseen barriers and reach their full potential.”
Igniting Passion
“Teachers build these relationships every day. They’re the people to champion this idea of how to teach and create the conditions of a classroom that allow students to flourish.” said Mik Love.
Paying PMM Forward
Jacqueline Valentine, a Empowered Teacher and Business Educator in Austell, Georgia is Ready to Share Her Story at RiseUp Atlanta 2023.
Be Your Authentic Self
“I’m not running an ‘attractive’ career tech program. I’m not the Cosmo Lab . . . I’m not a digital media lab . . . I’m not a construction lab that builds actual houses. But that doesn’t mean I can’t be as impactful.”
Inspiring Transformation
“Keep improving,” says Empowered’s Ken Chadwick, a former business executive and teacher. “Have students look forward and consider the possibilities ahead.”
Legacy of Success
“All teachers say this,” said Andrew Corrao of Kansas City, Missouri, “but (my students) are the reason I wake up and come to school. They inspire me every day.”