133: Building Executive Functioning Skills in Any Classroom with Mitch Weathers

The secret to student success might not be what you think. Our guest reveals why executive functioning skills—the ability to organize, manage time, set goals, and complete tasks—form the foundation for all learning yet are rarely taught explicitly in schools. Through his personal story of classroom struggles, he shares how he developed an innovative approach to embedding these skills naturally into daily routines. 

Tune in to learn why his book on executive functioning became an instant bestseller and how his "Organized Binder" approach is transforming classrooms across the country.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS:

• Why some students naturally "get" school while others struggle despite their intelligence and effort 
• The hidden skills that are rarely taught but essential for academic success 
• A practical approach to embedding executive functioning skills into classroom routines without adding to a teacher's workload

RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Connect with Mitch:
  • organizedbinder.com 
  • https://www.instagram.com/organizedbinder/
  • https://x.com/organizedbinder
  • https://www.facebook.com/organizedbinder
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchweathers/
  • Email: [e-mail]
  • Book: Executive Functions for Every Classroom, Grades 3-12: Creating Safe and Predictable Learning Environments
• The 90-Day Accelerator is opening soon, and waitlist members get two live coaching calls plus exclusive leadership courses ($750 value). Claim your spot → https://90-day-waitlist.carrd.co/?rootabl=tanyasheckley 
• Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at  projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc 
• Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet
• Learn more about Rebel Educator, explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library.
• Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment.
• Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram and learn more about her journey here.

GUEST BIO:

Mitch became a gifted teacher because he was a mediocre student. He rarely felt comfortable in the classroom. In fact, it took him 7 years for him to graduate from college.

Choosing to become a teacher, Mitch was fortunate enough to experience school as if it was happening all around him. He was unsure how to jump into his learning with confidence. Th