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I’m a seasoned education professional with over 15+ years of experience in k12 teaching and educational leadership. Holding Masters’ degrees in Teaching, Education, and Administration and Supervision, I bring a diverse and well-rounded perspective to promoting academic excellence, fostering growth among teachers and students, and cultivating a positive school culture.

  • 🎒 Packing with Purpose-A Restorative Welcome for New Teachers

    Starting your teaching journey is a bit like arriving at the airport with a suitcase full of dreams—and no idea what gate you’re headed to.

    At C&B Educational Consulting, we believe new teachers deserve more than orientation packets and survival tips. They deserve a moment to pause, reflect, and pack with purpose.

    Our “Packing with Purpose” workshop is designed especially for educators at the beginning of their careers. It’s not about giving you more to carry—it’s about helping you choose what matters most.

    ✨ What You’ll Experience:

    • Metaphor-rich reflection activities that help you name your teaching values and vision
    • Facilitator cards and journaling prompts that guide you through the emotional terrain of your first year
    • Branded visuals and templates that make your journey feel cohesive, restorative, and uniquely yours

    This isn’t just professional development—it’s a compass for your calling. Whether you’re feeling energized, overwhelmed, or somewhere in between, this workshop helps you unpack your fears and repack your purpose.

    💬 From a First-Year Teacher:

    “I walked in feeling like I had to prove myself. I walked out knowing what I stand for—and how to carry it with confidence.”

    Let’s make your first year not just survivable, but transformative.

    🔗 Explore the workshop and book your session: http://www.cbeducationalconsulting.com

    Copyrights @2025 C&B Educational Consulting, LLC

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  • Reclaiming Educator Legacy: Restorative PD for District Impact

    Intro Paragraph:
    District leaders face the dual challenge of driving academic outcomes while preserving the heart of teaching. At C&B Educational Consulting LLC, we offer restorative PD experiences that align with strategic goals and reignite educator purpose.

    Workshop Highlights:

    • Unboxing Your Teaching Values
      • 6-part series
      • Legacy activation tools
      • Leadership integration path
    • Passion Projects
      • Inquiry-based growth
      • Student-centered innovation
      • Printable and digital templates

    Why Districts Choose Us:

    • ✔️ Standards-aligned content
    • ✔️ Supports holistic evaluations
    • ✔️ Scalable for district-wide rollout
    • ✔️ Includes branded visuals and shared language

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    https://www.cbeducationalconsulting.com/pd-sessions

    Email: cbeducationalconsulting3@gmail.com

    Office: (202) 428-4402

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    Copyrights @2025 C&B Educational Consulting, LLC

  • Bubble Wraps & Beliefs

    A Restorative Journey Through Values, Vulnerability & Vision
    C&B Educational Consulting LLC

    What truths are educators ready to reveal?
    This workshop invites teachers to peel back the protective layers they’ve wrapped around themselves and reconnect with the beliefs that anchor their teaching. Metaphor-rich, movement-driven, and story-centered—this is professional development with heart.

    📦 What’s Included

    🧰 Resource💬 Description
    Facilitator GuideClear structure, metaphor prompts, tone cues, and session pacing
    Slide Deck7 themed slides with visual metaphors (box, compass, wrap) + storytelling flow
    Participant HandoutJournaling grid (What I Wrap / Reveal), legacy reflection, & pledge zone

    Optional Add-ons:
    🔹 Editable digital templates
    🔹 Values Card Set for reflection
    🔹 Social media visuals to build excitement

    🧭 Guiding Themes

    • Resilience through Reflection
    • Belief as Compass
    • Storytelling as Legacy
    • Healing through Dialogue

    📢 Designed for Educator Wellness & Renewal

    Perfect for PD days, leadership retreats, or educator wellness initiatives. C&B brings a restorative, narrative-based approach that transforms how educators connect with their calling.

    Let’s unwrap what matters most.
    Want to bring this session to your school or district? Drop a message or schedule a call.

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  • Passion Project: Reclaiming Joy Through Teaching

    Passion isn’t a luxury in education – it’s a lifeline
    I’m proud to launch “Passion Project: Reclaiming Joy Through Teaching”, a professional development experience that helps educators rediscover purpose, build legacy, and reconnect with their teaching identity.
    If you believe in restorative practice, reflective storytelling, and the power of legacy-building, this workshop is built for you.
    Now booking sessions from July 14 to September 14.
    Options: Half-Day, Full-Day, or Two-Day Series. Add-ons: Facilitator Guide, Slide Decks, Coaching.
    Let’s make space to reignite the spark. Visit https://lnkd.in/ecsG-NUt to schedule or learn more.
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  • A Taste of a Different Way of Doing PD

    Lookout for new C&B Educational Growth Model workshop coming this summer and fall. Curious? Call (202) 428-4402 or (502) 715-5942| Sign-up at http://www.cbeducationalconsulting.com or send is an email at: cbeducationalconsulting3@gmail.com

  • Not your typical PD

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  • The Summer Rest: Why Rest is Strategic, Not Optional

    The Summer Reset: Why Rest Is Strategic, Not Optional
    by C&B Educational Consulting LLC

    Every June, educators are met with the same well-intentioned refrain: “Now you finally get to rest!” But ask any teacher packing up a classroom or any leader closing out final reports, and you’ll hear the truth—the work doesn’t end just because the school doors close.

    And yet, rest cannot be treated as a reward. It is a strategy.

    Rest as Resistance

    In a profession that celebrates grit, rest is often seen as retreat. But strategic rest resists burnout. It insists that mental clarity, emotional grounding, and creative energy are essential and not optional for sustainable leadership. When we rest, we recalibrate our purpose. We set clearer intentions. We return sharper, steadier, and more grounded.

    The Science of Recovery

    Research confirms what educators already feel in their bones: chronic stress erodes problem-solving, dampens empathy, and narrows perspective. The brain craves deep recovery and not just sleep, but disconnection from performance mode. That could look like journaling, movement, stillness, or even silence. The key is intentionality.

    Permission to Pause

    This summer, we’re encouraging educators to ask a different kind of planning question: “What do I need to come back to myself?” Not just what PD to attend, or what curriculum to rewrite, but what does wholeness look like for me? That kind of reflection is the foundation of true instructional leadership.

    From Recovery to Reimagination

    C&B Educational Consulting believes that the best professional development begins with personal restoration. That’s why our upcoming workshops integrate moments of pause with purpose because when educators feel whole, they lead with vision.

    So, this summer, hit a pause, not just for relief but for realignment. Because the next school year doesn’t need a tired version of you. It needs a dreaming, rested, restored version.

    Contact: cbeducationalconsulting3@gmail.com  or call/text: (202) 428-4404 to learn more.

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  • The Future of Education: Rethinking Learning in the Age of AI

    I recently watched a thought-provoking discussion between Steve Levitt (Freakonomics co-author) and Ben Gomes (Google Chief Technologist) on the evolving landscape of education. Their insights challenged traditional learning models and explored how AI and personalized learning can reshape the way we teach and learn. 

    🔹 Breaking Free from Outdated Systems: Levitt argues that education has layered small changes over centuries without addressing its core mission: fostering curiosity and adaptability. Instead of memorizing facts “just in case” they’re useful, we should focus on just-in-time” learning, equipping students with skills they need when they need them. 

    🔹 AI as a Learning Partner: Gomes highlights how AI can personalize education, offering tailored tutoring and adaptive learning experiences. Rather than replacing teachers, AI can enhance human instruction, helping students engage with material in meaningful ways. 

    🔹 Preparing for an Uncertain Future: In a world where careers evolve rapidly, education must shift from rigid curriculums to flexible, skill-based learning. Levitt emphasizes that problem-solving and adaptability will be more valuable than memorizing formulas. 

    This conversation reinforced the need to reimagine education not just tweak it. As someone deeply invested in transformational learning and professional development, I see immense potential in these ideas. 

    What do you think? Should we rethink how we prepare students for the future?  Share your thoughts at http://www.cbeducationalconsulting.com. Text or email us: (202) 428-4402, cbeducationalconsulting3@gmail.com

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