Stephanie Haynes
Be the Change to Create the Change you Want
There’s no question those of us involved in our education system could use a great big hug right now. If you have been paying attention...
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Stephanie Haynes
- Oct 7
- 5 min
Avoiding the October Dip: Beating Burnout Before it Begins
October is a notorious month in education for being sluggish, dreary, and even discouraging. The newness of the school year has worn off,...
Stephanie Haynes
- Sep 9
- 3 min
Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes
This school year needs to be better for all of us. But how do we make this year different? Here are 4 steps we can take.
Stephanie Haynes
- Aug 12
- 5 min
3 Ways to End Teacher Burn Out and Increase Student Motivation
There is no question that the past three years of education have been extremely difficult for all stakeholders, especially those involved...
Stephanie Haynes
- Jul 15
- 4 min
How to Motivate Teens to Want to Learn
Lack of student motivation is a huge problem. It needs to stop, for all our sakes. Here's how to fix it.
Stephanie Haynes
- Jun 10
- 4 min
Systemic Change in Our Education System Starts with Us or it Doesn't Start At All
The education system in our country is failing our students, teachers, and communities. The systemic change we really need starts with us.
Stephanie Haynes
- May 13
- 5 min
Are the teens in your life stressed out? Here are 3 ways to help them manage it better
Stress: the pervasive stealer of joy. How do we help teens fight it and enjoy life? Read on..
Stephanie Haynes
- Apr 8
- 5 min
How to Get Where You Want To Go In Life
If you have no idea what you want in this life, you will not achieve anything other than following along with whatever shows up in front...
Stephanie Haynes
- Mar 11
- 4 min
How to Help Your Teen Define Success for Themselves (and Why it Matters)
There’s a reason why teens struggle with motivation: the pandemic removed the foundation of post-grad planning. So how do we combat it?
Stephanie Haynes
- Feb 15
- 5 min
Do you know ALL the post-high school options available to your teen?
Most of us think that a 4-year degree is the best way to success. That isn’t true! There are so many pathways to success for ALL teens.
Stephanie Haynes
- Feb 11
- 5 min
Equip Your Teen to Effectively Develop a Post-High School Plan
Before jumping into a college degree right out of school, today’s teens would benefit to pause and develop a pathway that best fits them.
Stephanie Haynes
- Feb 5
- 6 min
Learn a Skill and (possibly) Get Paid to Do It
The benefits of an apprenticeship or trade school program may prove a better investment of time and money than a 4-year school. Here's why.
Stephanie Haynes
- Jan 14
- 5 min
My Top Four Conversation Starters to Get Your Teen to Open Up About Their Future
Rarely do teens ever want to talk about their futures, but they need help clarifying their dreams, so what do you do?
Stephanie Haynes
- Nov 16, 2021
- 3 min
Why college isn’t for everyone and parents don’t need to panic about it!
If your teen has decided the 4-year college is NOT for them, don’t panic!
Stephanie Haynes
- Oct 19, 2021
- 4 min
How to Decide if College is the Best Investment for Your Teens' Future
Four-year colleges can be one of the best investments of time and money for our teens- if it's the right fit. How can we know for sure?...
Stephanie Haynes
- Sep 21, 2021
- 3 min
Changing the Cultural Stigma Around the Need for a College Education
The one-size-future-fits-all mentality is not sustainable and is hurting our kids. Here’s how we can change it.
Stephanie Haynes
- Aug 17, 2021
- 3 min
COVID-19 Changed Teens’ Perspectives About Their Futures...For the Better
Could #Covid-19 have helped today’s teens make wiser decisions about their futures than ever before? YES! Read my latest blog for...
Stephanie Haynes
- May 25, 2021
- 3 min
Building Success: Rising Sophomore/Freshman Summer Planning Guide
Taking time over summer break to have some light-hearted discussions over your teen's future can go a long way to keeping them on track.
Stephanie Haynes
- May 18, 2021
- 3 min
Building Success: Rising Junior Summer Planning Guide
The summer before the junior year of high school can be one of freedom and new experiences and the perfect time to plan for success!
Stephanie Haynes
- May 11, 2021
- 3 min
Building Success: Rising Senior Summer Planning Guide
Help your rising senior make the most of summer and build a successful senior year!