By Neanta Parnell One of the lessons students are really touched by in the Inner Strength curriculum is when they learn the Love and Kindness practice. This lesson cultivates a teen’s ability to be compassionate
In September, George Washington High School became the first in the district to have their cheerleading team qualify for the national championships. Led by health teacher and cheerleading coach Veronica Hayes, the team was featured
As the newest addition to the team, I’ve been working hard to assist the Inner Strength Education team in teaching mindfulness to teens across Philadelphia. Last week was my first week in the classrooms where
I was bullied in school. I’ve always felt different in comparison to my friends and family, but this difference was exacerbated during my middle school years. I grew up in West Philadelphia and went to
How Gentle Parenting can support teens suffering from mental illness Mental Health Awareness Week comes at a timely point in the United States, especially for teens. With 32% of teens suffering from anxiety, 13% suffering
Morning routines are important, right? Asking about a person’s morning ritual is like asking if they ate breakfast. It doesn’t matter when you eat breakfast or when you start your morning routine; rather, it matters
I took my first ever road trip to the Poconos with some of the team from Inner Strength Education. We were on a mission to share our services with educators at the 2022 PA Refugee
Latinx Heritage Month is a time to appreciate and educate ourselves about the courage, power, and innovation of the Latin people. Latinx Heritage Month or Hispanic Heritage month encompasses those with roots in Cuba, Mexico,
Reflections on the this year’s teacher training by Haylee Warner Inner Strength just completed its 7th annual teacher training! The training consists of 3 parts: The Foundations of Mindfulness, Systems Perspectives in the Classroom, and an 8-day Intensive. As
by Haylee Warner On July 13th Jazman Dobson and I had the pleasure of reuniting with some students from the school year at Way Club’s summer camp. Way Club is a social club fostering the next
