September Newsletter Blog: Building Grit in Students and Leaders

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This past month, I had the joy of leading a week-long G.R.I.T. Training for students, and it was nothing short of powerful. Throughout the week, students engaged in activities designed to help them understand and apply the G.R.I.T. framework—Growth Mindset, Resilience, Self-Efficacy, and Time Management. We started with the G.R.I.T. Assessment, which gave students the opportunity to reflect on their strengths and areas for growth. From there, we explored the Grit Cootie Catcher activity, which made learning fun and interactive while reinforcing important concepts.

In addition, students participated in times of personal reflection, group discussion, and team-building activities that challenged them to see grit as more than just a buzzword; it became a personal commitment. Many students shared openly about the ways they want to grow in resilience and perseverance. By the end of the week, it was clear that this training equipped them not only for academic success but also for life.

I am excited to continue offering this kind of training and am open to traveling and working with schools, districts, and organizations as needed. Grit changes lives, and it’s my mission to make sure students and educators alike have the tools to thrive.

On my podcast, Let’s Get Gritty, I recently featured Coach Fred Bridges and Alexander, a graduate of HCPS, who shared how grit shaped their journeys. They each elaborated on the G.R.I.T. framework and gave inspiring testimonies about how determination, resilience, and mindset can carry you through challenges.

As we step into this new season, I encourage you to reflect on where grit is showing up in your own life and in your work. Together, let’s keep cultivating the power of G.R.I.T. in every classroom, community, and home.