Classroom
700 Teens a Week and a Growing Team
Inner Strength now reaches about 700 Philadelphia students each week, with a teaching team of nine, special guests, and a Digital Platform in beta.
Classroom
A New School Year Begins
Inner Strength is back in eight Philadelphia schools and 33 classrooms. Returning students go deeper, new leaders step up, and teachers open their doors.
AI + Technology
That Could Be Me Foundation: Building a New Model of Health Equity in Action
When we talk about equity in education, we often talk about access. But access isn’t just about showing up—it’s about being seen, having tools that meet you where you are, and being invited into the
Moments of Insight
May is Mental Health Awareness Month—Let’s Talk About It
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and at Inner Strength Education, that’s not just a calendar note—it’s a reminder of why we do what we do. For many of the students we serve, conversations about
Moments of Insight
Showing Up with Heart: Inner Strength at “Get Ready, Get Set, Let’s Go”
On April 9th, Inner Strength Education had the joy of participating in Get Ready, Get Set, Let’s Go—a community engagement event hosted by CADEkids and PLA-North in North Philadelphia. Held at 4224 N. Front Street,
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Thinking Deeply About The Future of Education
By Heather Stapleton How do we shift from remediation to unlocking human potential? Can AI help scale compassion and wisdom? How do we bring awe and wonder back into learning? What core values, principles, and
Moments of Insight
40-22: Lessons In Resilience and Mindfulness
The Eagles didn’t just win the Super Bowl—they owned it. With a confident and commanding 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, the Birds showed the world that heart, focus, and teamwork are what truly
Mindfulness
See Our Students in Action
As the culmination of their 3 month mindfulness and innovation internship in collanoration with XPRIZE Connect youth program, two of our students were invited, all expenses paid to the gorgeous Calamigos Ranch in South California
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MEET ONE OF OUR PASSIONATE BOARD MEMBERS Leashia Lewis, Villanova University Equity Leader
As Inner Strength Education celebrates its 10th anniversary, board members like Leashia Lewis are playing a pivotal role in steering our ambitious $1,000,000 fundraising campaign. Leashia Lewis, a dedicated board member of Inner Strength, brings
Culture of Mindfulness
Bringing Mindfulness to the Community: ISE at the We Love Philly Mental Health Fair
We recently had the chance to attend the We Love Philly Community Mental Health Fair at the lively One Arts Community Center in West Philly. It was such a great opportunity for Inner Strength Education