Culture That Uplifts

For School Districts and K–12 Leaders

Empower educators, transform school culture, and improve student outcomes with a proven experience that sparks lasting change.

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Why It Matters Now

Teachers are overwhelmed. Culture can restore them.

Staffing challenges and emotional fatigue are making it harder than ever to retain educators and inspire students.

The Happiness Advantage | Orange Frog Workshop™ offers hope and a plan—grounded in Harvard research and implemented in hundreds of schools.

Who We Serve

  • School Districts & Superintendents — For systemwide support of educator well-being and leadership
  • K–12 Schools & Leadership Teams — For practical, research-backed strategies to shift climate
  • Education Associations & Networks — For high-impact training that scales

What You'll See Improve

  • Staff engagement and morale
  • Teacher retention and sense of purpose
  • School climate and collaboration
  • Student connection and achievement
  • Leadership alignment and team cohesion
“Orange Frog gave our teachers tools to thrive, not just survive. The shift was immediate.” — Dr. Melissa Merz, Principal

How the Orange Frog Workshop Works

Not a lecture. A fully immersive, story-driven experience.

Built on Harvard-based research and real-world success, the Orange Frog Workshop equips educators to:

  • Discover how happiness drives performance and resilience
  • Apply the 7 principles of The Happiness Advantage
  • Shift "social scripts" that shape school culture
  • Build positive habits with tools like the Zorro Circle & 20-Second Rule
  • Align practices with SEL, PBIS, and student well-being
  • Use a shared language that lasts

Why a Frog?

At the center is Spark—a frog who turns orange when he chooses habits that spark joy and purpose.

In a pond of green frogs, Spark must decide whether to fit in or become a spark for others. His journey becomes a powerful metaphor for culture change: one teacher, one leader, or one student really can ignite a ripple effect.

"We thought we were signing up for professional development. What we got was a movement."

Results That Resonate

Across Hundreds of Schools

  • Higher teacher optimism and collaboration
  • Measurable improvements in school climate
  • Decreased burnout and turnover
  • Increases in student attendance and engagement

Backed by Harvard Research:

  • Based on The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor
  • Delivered through story + science + strategy
  • Sustained via Train-the-Trainer and follow-up supports

Why It Works

  • Rooted in Research — Makes positive psychology practical and sticky
  • Inclusive — Supports all staff, from board to bus driver
  • Sustainable — Built to scale and last with TTT model and digital tools

Voices from the Field

“Most impactful experience of my 29-year education career.”


Dr. Andy DuRoss · Superintendent

“The best PD in 20 years.”


Lisa Grubbs · Instructional Coach

“Not fluff. It was transformational.”


Frank Powell · Superintendent

“It brought joy back to our building.”


Angela Washington · Assistant Principal

Orange Frog Classroom (Optional Extension)

Many schools extend the positivity to students through The Orange Frog Classroom — a companion program that utilizes shared rituals, classroom stories, and age-appropriate tools to foster kindness, engagement, and responsibility.

Explore Orange Frog Classroom

Upcoming Events

October 2025

  • Oct 21 — Virtual One-Day Workshop
  • Oct 28-30 — Train-the-Trainer (Alexandria, VA)

December 2025

  • Dec 2-4 —- Train-the-Trainer (San Diego, CA)
  • Dec 9 — Virtual One-Day Workshop

Bring a team or come solo — open to all roles.

Affordability & Accessibility

We know budgets are tight. That’s why we offer discounted pricing for school districts and education partners, making this proven experience scalable and accessible.

Bring the Orange Frog to Your School or District

Ready to spark a more connected, energized, and resilient culture for your staff and students? Whether you're exploring options or ready to go, we’ll help you take the next step.