Episode notes
Teachers don't just teach content—they shape the stories students believe about themselves.
In this episode, Jerel sits down with educator, life coach, and speaker Kendell Lenise (The Remix Coach) to discuss mental health, representation, emotional regulation, trauma-informed teaching, and why the words adults speak over children can last a lifetime.
From overcoming cancer to returning to the classroom with renewed purpose, Kendell shares powerful stories that remind us why authentic relationships remain at the heart of great teaching.
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