Mandy Froehlich

Mandy Froehlich is an author and consultant for school districts in the area of innovation, leadership, climate and culture, social-emotional learning and mental health support. A former teacher, instructional coach, and Director of Innovation and Technology, she has experience at every level of the educational ecosystem. Mandy’s educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Education, a Master’s degree in Information and Communication Technologies, and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership with emphasis in communications, educational technology, and certification in at-risk/alternative education, principalship, and curriculum and instruction. Her books The Fire Within: Lessons from defeat that have ignited a passion for learning and Reignite the Flames: Finding our passion and purpose for learning among the embers address educator mental health and social-emotional support. Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author of WHEN and DRIVE, said of Reignite the Flames, “In her deeply empathetic book, Mandy Froehlich has curated some of the essential attributes for engaging educators at every level. On nearly every page are compelling stories, practical advice, and endless inspiration for reengaging with the love of learning and teaching.” Divergent EDU: Challenging assumptions and limitations to create a culture of innovation, a number one new release best-seller on Amazon, discusses The Hierarchy of Needs for Innovation and Divergent Thinking, an organizational structure she created to support educators in innovative teaching. To discover more about Mandy’s work, find her at www.divergentedu.com or on Twitter at @froehlichm.