The start of any school year often brings both joy and challenge. The excitement of fresh beginnings can quickly collide with the pressures of conflict, fatigue, and unmet expectations. For educators, the difference between simply showing up and truly committing makes all the difference—not just in their own outlook, but in the culture of an entire school community.

In this episode of Educators Among Us, Scott Barron, Chef Reinvention Officer with School Growth unpacks what it means to be “all in” as an educator. He explores the gap between involvement and commitment, drawing on wisdom from voices like Martina Navratilova, Maya Angelou, and even the Apostle Paul to encourage educators to endure with purpose. 

Along the way, he sheds light on the “disses” that drain motivation—disrespect, discomfort, disconnect, dismay, and disengagement—and how to guard against them.

For anyone who has ever wondered if they can keep giving their best, Scott’s reminder is clear: consistency matters, and your daily presence makes a life-changing impact.

 

Takeaways:

-Commitment is more powerful than mere involvement.

-Guard against the “disses”: disrespect, discomfort, disconnect, dismay, disengagement.

-Galatians 6:9 offers hope for educators to not grow weary in doing good.

-Habits of reflection, recovery, resetting, and renewal sustain long-term resilience.

-Self-awareness is a key marker of high-performing educators.

-Consistency and reliability shape culture more than perfection.

-Preparation and presence reveal true loyalty to the calling.

-Educators who remain steadfast become the constant students need most.

 

Chapters

00:42 Introduction

01:54 To Be All In

03:28 The School Year Honeymoon

04:22   The Diss’es

06:26 Committed Educators

07:47 Steadfast Character

11:06 A Coaching Question

 

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