In this blog, Butler Institute for Families' coaching consultant Taryn Anquoe discusses the benefits of the coach approach in a tribal child welfare workplace. She provides three tips she has gathered during her experiences in coaching people across the country.
In this blog, Butler Institute for Families' Jessica Francis discusses the benefits of teaching mathematics in preschool. She shares five examples from teachers she has observed who have organically fostered children’s math development in early childhood classrooms. Learn how you can work simple mathematics activities into your daily classroom routines.
Butler Institute for Families' Research Associate Lindsay Shields discusses early childhood mental health (ECMH) consultation and how this prevention-based approach can be implemented to help the adults in children's lives build the capacity to create supportive environments for children.
Join Butler staff in this episode of B-Connected, which focuses on Butler's Coaching Collaborative, and how coaching can be used as a tool for workforce well-being and organizational development.
Laricia Longworth-Reed, a senior research associate, shares her experiences working in programs for children, youth, and families, emphasizing what motivates her in her role at the Butler Institute for Families.
As an educator reflecting on three decades of experience, Kathryn Walton emphasizes the joy and growth gained from teaching and coaching. Early mentorship from veteran teachers deeply influenced her career, shaping her approach to leadership and adult coaching. This journey, marked by challenges and personal development, highlights the lasting impact of coaching on both students and colleagues, driven by a continuous pursuit of joy and improvement.
In this season of renewal, it's important to shed what no longer serves us and embrace new opportunities for growth. Butler Institute for Families' Ann Baker shares the ways cultivating resilience, mindfulness and a sense of purpose can lead to personal fulfillment and well-being and the ways in which practicing compassion and empathy fosters connection and harmony, enriching both our own lives and the world around us.
Introducing Graham Zulu, a dedicated Research Associate at the Butler Institute for Families. Actively engaged in crucial public health initiatives, such as LGBTQIA+ health, overdose prevention, community reintegration, and opioid use disorder treatment, Graham's work showcases a resolute dedication to improving community well-being, reducing health disparities, and enhancing service coordination. Join us in discovering Graham's passion for creating positive change and contributing to impactful research at Butler.
