Instructional coach, Suzanne Dailey, chats with us about patience, perspective, and finding that one small thing you can do today to be better, happier, and more positive.


Suzanne shares her vision for "Teach Happier," how we need to scan for the good, and why she has the best job in the world.


More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/suzannedailey


Episode Highlights

1:47 - Chatting about Suzanne Dailey's new "Teach Happier" series.
3:05 - Celebrating some of our awesome guest bloggers.

Kendall Lawson
Matthew Joseph
Jacqueline Goodburn
Jeremy Rinkel
Brian Faulkner
Whitney Choate
Jorge Valenzuela
Karen Evans
Aubrey Jones


7:24 - Previewing the episode with Suzanne Dailey.
10:27 - Suzanne introduces herself.
12:28 - Suzanne's failure: Moving to a standards-based reporting. Part of leadership team. Rollout not as thoughtfully planned out. Did not anticipate push back and logistical problems.
15:04 - Suzanne's success: Developing "QUEST."

For more information on Suzanne's school's QUEST Program, visit: CBSD.org/quest


17:33 - What's keeping Suzanne excited about education right now: The shift to emotional wellness of students, and of teachers.
18:52 - Talking about teacher emotional wellness, and Suzanne's vision for her "Teach Happier" series at www.teachbetter.com.
20:38 - Suzanne's advice for teachers: Quiet the noise.
25:27 - 6 questions answered in 15 seconds or  less.
28:30 - How to connect with Suzanne.

Suzanne's Recommendations

EdTech Tool: Digital Inking
Book: "UnSelfie" by Dr. Michele Borba
Who to Follow on Instagram: @Teacher2Teacher and @BehaviorFlip
YouTube/Podcast/Website/Blog: Brene Brown's "Daring Classrooms."
Daily/Weekly/Monthly Routine: Daily gratitude. Compliment someone every day. Every month, use your gift outside your comfort zone.
Best piece of advice you've ever received: "The secret to life is surround yourself with good people." - Suzanne's parents.

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