Davina Lyons

Resilient Kids, Thriving Classrooms

Kids EN ↓ 6 episodes

Resilient Kids, Thriving Classrooms is a podcast dedicated to bridging the gap between parents and teachers, fostering collaboration, and empowering students to thrive in school and life. Hosted by Davina Lyons—an eighth-grade English Language Arts teacher, team leader, and resilience advocate—this podcast dives into the challenges and triumphs of modern education, offering actionable strategies for positive change. In today’s classrooms, behavioral issues and engagement challenges are rising, leaving teachers feeling unsupported and parents unsure how to help. Meanwhile, students face immense...

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Davina Lyons

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2025 Teacher Leader Impact Award 07.07.2025 5:56

In this special episode of Resilient Kids, Thriving Classrooms , Davina Lyons shares what it means to receive the 2025 Teacher Leader Impact Award—and why this honor is about so much more than personal achievement. Davina opens up about the realities of leadership in education, the unseen moments that matter most, and how her RISE Framework (Reflect, Identify, Stand, Emerge) came to life in the te...

Resilience Rituals for Home and Classroom 28.01.2025 8:24

Resilience Rituals for Home and Classroom Episode 5 January 28, 2025 Episode Overview In this episode of Resilient Kids: Thriving at Home and in the Classroom , we dive into resilience rituals —the simple, daily habits that help kids build emotional strength, develop self-confidence, and thrive in every area of life. Whether a parent, teacher, or caregiver, you’ll find practical ideas to create ro...

The Power of Communication: Listening to Connect 04.01.2025 8:32

Welcome to Resilient Kids, Thriving at Home and in the Classroom! In this episode, host Davina Lyons dives into the often overlooked but critical skill of listening —not just hearing words but genuinely connecting. This episode is for you if you're a parent, teacher, or anyone aiming to improve relationships with children and teens. What You'll Learn in This Episode The Role of Listening in Commun...

Embracing Mistakes: The Key to Building Resilience 19.12.2024 8:42

Episode 3 – Embracing Mistakes: The Key to Building Resilience Host: Davina Lyons Podcast: Resilient Kids: Thriving at Home and in the Classroom Episode Overview: Mistakes—big or small—are an inevitable part of life but are also essential for growth and resilience. In this heartfelt and practical episode, Davina Lyons shares two powerful stories from her first year of teaching. She reflects on how...

The Foundation of Resilience: Building Strong Connections 12.12.2024 7:55

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Thriving at Home and in the Classroom 05.12.2024 9:31

Podcast Script: Episode 1 – Welcome to The Resilient Kids Podcast Davina Lyons: Hello, and welcome to the very first episode of Resilient Kids: Thriving at Home and in the Classroom. I’m your host, Davina Lyons, and I’m so honored that you’re here, sharing your time with me. This podcast is about resilience—helping kids, parents, and educators find the tools to overcome challenges, build stronger...