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Staff Joy Wall

This ready-to-use resource helps school leaders create a visual “joy wall” where staff can share the little things that are getting them through—podcasts, books, shows, go-to weekend rituals, and more. Whether your team is in need of a boost, a reset, or just a chance to connect, this activity offers an easy, uplifting way to spark joy and remind everyone: we’re in this together.

Created By
Joann Thurlow
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Katherine Fischer
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How it Works

Bring the joy to life with a visual wall of well-being filled with your team’s favorite resets, tiny wins, and go-to joys.This resource includes step-by-step instructions, printable prompts, and creative display ideas to help you build a space that sparks connection and celebrates what’s keeping everyone going.

Educator Collaboration

This resource was built in collaboration with dedicated educators and school leaders who shared their experience, ideas, and insights at every step. We’re grateful for their partnership in creating tools that truly make a difference in schools. ‍

Collaborators:

Katherine Fischer,  2nd Grade Teacher, Omaha, NE

Joann Thurlow, Gifted and Talented Teacher, Omaha, NE

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