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For educators who still believe
the work matters.

Thoughtful writing, practical classroom shifts, and professional learning rooted in real classrooms —

not mandates.

Still showing up —

but wondering if it’s sustainable?

 

This space was built for educators who are tired — but not done.

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For teachers who still care deeply about students, but are exhausted by initiatives that confuse compliance with impact. For instructional leaders who want sustainable change, not another program. For educators who believe relationships still matter, even when systems forget.

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If that sounds like you, you’re in the right place.

Start Here: Empowered Learning Strategies 

Empowered Learning Strategies is a biweekly blog series built around one simple idea:

small, intentional shifts create lasting change.

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Each post is short, story-driven, and grounded in lived classroom experience — with one practical move you can try tomorrow, no prep required.

 

If you’re new here, this is the best place to begin.

Books for Educators

 

The Beyond the Lesson series is written for educators who want reflection

without fluff and insight without overwhelm. These books aren’t manuals —

they’re conversations meant to reconnect you with the heart of the work.

Professional Learning,

Without the Noise

 
 

Professional learning doesn’t have to feel performative or exhausting.

My work with schools and districts focuses on culture, clarity, and

sustainable instructional shifts —

built on trust, not compliance.

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We Are
Academic Allies

Welcome to Academic Allies - because education is a calling, not just a career.
Here, we remember this isn't something we have to do, it's something we get to do. Because when you're a teacher, you don't just touch a life, you touch a lifetime.

You're not alone in this work. Download our free Compassion Fatigue Check-In and join educators who remember why this matters. 

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COMING JUNE 2026 

Beyond the Lesson: A PD Guide for Educators

Moving from individual classroom strategies to campus-wide instructional change 

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This comprehensive professional development resource is designed for district coordinators, campus leaders, and anyone building instructional culture that honors educators and students. 

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What's included: 

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• Facilitator-ready modules (no prep required) 

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• Aligned with our Empowered Learning Strategies blog series (launching January 2026) 

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• Built for summer PD, ongoing campus learning, and district implementation 

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Get early access: 

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Join our waitlist for chapter previews, bulk purchase options, and facilitation training opportunities. 

 

Meet Duke and Jen Marshall

We've answered the call to education for over three decades each, and we're still excited about the work.

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Whether you're finding your footing or rediscovering your fire, we're here to walk alongside you with real tools, honest encouragement, and unwavering support. This calling deserves champions.

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With over 70 combined years in classrooms, administration, and mentorship, we understand both the sacred nature of this work and the real challenges you face.

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We're not just talking about education—we're still living it.

And what you do still matters.

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Ready to bring these conversations to your campus?  

 Let's talk about keynote speaking, professional development, or facilitating book studies that actually change culture—not just check compliance boxes. 

Summer 2026 Speaking Info

Teacher in Classroom

Keynote Speaking

Educator Empowerment

Leadership Development

School Culture

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LET’S CONNECT

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We'd love to hear from you. Whether you want to collaborate, share your story, ask a question, or just connect heart to heart—we're here for it because your journey matters to us.

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We're committed to walking alongside you with our experience, wisdom, and genuine support in ways that honor your calling and actually help you thrive in this sacred work.

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Email or call us anytime to start the conversation—because every educator deserves to feel heard, valued, and supported.

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And follow us on social media for regular encouragement, honest reflections, and resources that remind you why you fell in love with this calling in the first place.

contactacademicallies@gmail.com​

 

925-551-1900

Can't wait to connect!

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