Cathleen Beachboard

Hope isn’t a feeling. It’s a science. And when it’s measured, it can change everything.

Travels from Culpeper VA, USA

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Speaks on:

Neuroscience-based Learning

Resilience

Formats:

Keynote

Audience members say

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Cathleen electrifies educators with her research-backed presentations that transform hope from concept to classroom reality. She captivates audiences with her "contagious energy" and "charming" delivery, breaking down complex research into "digestible" strategies that teachers and administrators can implement immediately. Her talks provide "tangible ways to develop hope in adults and children" while fostering genuine engagement through practical resources and actionable plans. Participants leave Cathleen's sessions feeling invigorated and equipped with "research-based tools" that address behavioral needs without requiring complete system overhauls. Her unique ability to make hope accessible and actionable has educators declaring her presentations "absolutely necessary for SEL and support for both students and teachers." As one attendee powerfully stated, "You need to hear what this lady has to say about HOPE, it will change the way you think."

Key Audience Outcomes

Participants gain actionable strategies to build hope in themselves and others.
Attendees leave with practical tools and resources that can be immediately implemented in educational settings.
Educators feel inspired and motivated to create a more hopeful school culture.
Participants develop a deeper understanding of the science of hope and its impact on student success.
Attendees are equipped to address the underlying issues affecting student success by fostering an environment of hope.

Generated by Talkadot based on 444 audience feedback

Cathleen's Bio

Cathleen Beachboard is an award-winning educator, bestselling author, and leading innovative expert on raising psychological hope in schools. Her Building H.O.P.E.© framework has improved resilience, well-being, and achievement in thousands of schools across the country. As a sought-after speaker on motivation, well-being and retention, she provides practical tools and strategies for parents, educators, and leaders to increase hope so every person can thrive.

Cathleen Offers the Following Talks

ResilienceNeuroscience-based Learning

Improving Well-being, Resiliency, and Achievement Using Hope Neuroscience

Participants understand the brain science behind hope, learn how to measure it, and see how it directly drives motivation, effort, and resilience.
Participants recognize how everyday language, routines, and feedback are either strengthening or weakening hope in real time.
Participants leave with simple, practical tools to intentionally grow hope as a transferable life skill in themselves and others.

30 minutes - full day

Cathleen's Links and Media Mentions

@CathleenBeachbd

Cathleen-beachboard-7096841aa

theschoolofhope.org

Book:

The School of Hope

Article:

Edutopia Researcher and author

Podcast:

OnEducation Podcast