Empowering Teachers to Flourish

“Inspire teachers, create inspirational classrooms.”--Patricia Hunter-McGrath

Our Branches teachers? They’re the ones who bring the magic to our school. And when we invest in their growth, the ripple effects are incredible. 

How do we invest in our teachers? At Branches, we believe healthy teachers are the backbone of our school. To support the health of our teachers, Branches works with a wellness advocate who coaches our staff throughout the year. Each teacher has an opportunity to have 2-3 private mental health wellness sessions; they can request more if needed. The fund covers the cost of these sessions. We also have in-service workshops for the staff with the wellness coach every 6-8 weeks where we work on topics including interpersonal communication, anxiety, meditation, nutrition and so much more. This is an incredible way to support our teachers as they navigate the ups and downs of life. 

We are also committed to excellent, cutting edge professional development. For example, sending a Branches teacher to the North American Reggio Alliance Conference costs around $2,400 per teacher. It’s not small, but it’s worth every penny. These conferences are game-changers—they inspire our educators to build on their strengths and try innovative approaches. Those fresh ideas light up our classrooms and help every child thrive.