ABOUT ME
I'm Dr. Shannon McPherson, but you can call me Doc!
I want to extend a warm welcome to you. As a seasoned high school science and health science technology teacher, author, chiropractor, and lifelong learner, I’ve worn many hats throughout my career. Here, you’ll find insights into my journey and the many lessons I've learned. I'm excited to share my adventures as I travel into a different realm of education as a Learning Success Coach and Educational Trainer as I continue to write thought-provoking and engaging books.
Wholistic Nerogrowth Educational Achievement Coach
Helping students to focus their mind to work better in the classroom.
SERVICES
Education Author
Sharing "Teachable Moments"
Dive into first hand experience and learnings from my 26 years as a public school teacher. The Teachable Moments series offers a window into my life and is a tribute to the art of teaching, the challenges and triumphs of working within the education system and the impact of innovative educators.
Student Coaching
Connecting the Dots Between School
and the Real World
Together we'll create a personalized growth plan for your student so they can develop the tools they need. All lessons are customized and personalized to help your student's educational goals and improve their ability to learn and retain information.
Professional Development
Helping Teachers through Professional Development Masterclasses
Beyond sharing my journey, I am dedicated to the professional development of educators by balancing the art of teaching with the science of learning. Through storytelling, we'll explore how this balance can be applied in the classroom.
ABOUT MY BOOKS
My Teachable Moments
Stories of a High School Science Teacher
This book is a window into my life as a public high school science teacher. With over twenty-six years of experience, I’ve collected Stories That Are As enlightening as they are entertaining. This memoir is not just my story; it’s a tribute to the art of teaching, the challenges and triumphs of working within the education system, and the impact of innovative educators.
Creating Teachable Moments
A Guidebook to Inspiring Values in the Classroom
Filled with first-hand accounts and techniques to use to instill values in the classroom, this book will guide you to be an educator who helps your students become more kind, more empathetic, and more resilient to everyday stress.
FOLLOW THE BLOG
I invite you to follow along on my blog where I continue to share my thoughts, experiences, and the lessons I’ve learned. Whether you’re an educator, a future student, a fellow lover of science, or simply someone who enjoys learning - there’s something here for you.
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