Mentorship that Matters: Growing, Guiding, and Guarding the Next Generation of Teachers – Lori Rush

In this episode, Lori Rush, Director of Student Support Services at East Point Community Schools, shares what it truly means to mentor in a season when teachers are stretched thinner than ever. With decades of experience in education and therapy leadership, Lori offers a heartfelt look at how mentorship can rekindle passion, strengthen resilience, and sustain excellence in special education.

You’ll hear:
– Why mentorship isn’t about managing — it’s about modeling
– How digital platforms can build connection, not just convenience
– The role of faith, empathy, and listening in leading through uncertainty
– What schools can do to retain teachers by restoring hope, not just resources
– How teletherapy and hybrid models create new opportunities for growth and collaboration

Lori reminds us that mentorship isn’t a checkbox — it’s a calling. Through care, clarity, and consistency, she shows that when educators pour into others, they rediscover the joy that first called them to teach.