This conversation explores the transformative power of journaling for teachers, emphasizing its importance for reflection, mental health, and personal growth. The guests share their experiences and practical tips on how to incorporate journaling into a busy teaching schedule, highlighting the benefits of prioritizing self-care and reflection in the teaching profession.

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Pete Hall is a capacity-builder. A former principal and author of 12 books, he supports professional learning and personal growth through keynotes, workshops, and coaching across the globe.

Alissa Alteri Shea is an instructional coach at a K-6 elementary school in Vernon, Vermont, where she partners with teachers to improve student learning. She is committed to building strong public schools and joyful learning opportunities for children. Her favorite place is outside in nature, where she helps students learn from the world around them.

Christina Compton

Director of Program Development received her doctorate in education from Teachers College, Columbia University in 2016, with a concentration in the teaching of English. She began her career in education as a NYC Teaching Fellow, teaching in a Title 1 school, while completing her Masters in Childhood Education. Cristina serves as the Director of Program Development at CPET, overseeing a wide range of school-based projects and the Student Press Initiative, an initiative that supports teachers and students in developing projects that culminate in professionally designed, print-based publications.

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