Author: Jess Lawrence, Director I’ll be the first to admit it: numbers, math, and anything remotely “financial” have never been my strength. I’m not naturally analytical, I’m not spatial, and without GPS, I’d likely still be circling the same block. So when I transitioned out of teaching and into running my own consulting business, itRead ▸ about Twenty Years of Support & Guidance – Rebecca Rhodes of Rebecca Rhodes Consulting LLC

Author: Jess Lawrence, Director I am proud of myself, but more so of those who have helped me build this national consulting business. Without the advice of colleagues, mentors, and advisors, we wouldn’t be here. Without the staff I have hired, both consultants and employees, I wouldn’t have the capacity (or skills) to do whatRead ▸ about Twenty Years of Support & Guidance –  Paige Gott of Tidewater Consulting LLC

The first of a four-part systems simulation webinar series was very successful! Michelle Thornton from Berea College in Kentucky shared how she uses the Systems Thinking, Systems  Changing™ simulation with her college students. She shared stories about how effective the simulation is when teaching pre-service educators how to navigate or even lead change in schoolRead ▸ about Webinar Reflection: Testimonials from the Field; Why Use the Systems Simulations

To celebrate the 20th Anniversary, Director Jess Lawrence will be highlighting key partners, clients, projects, and resources throughout her twenty years in leadership of Cairn Guidance. As we celebrate 20 years of Cairn Guidance, I’ll be highlighting key partners, projects, and pivotal moments that shaped my leadership journey. One of those moments happened long beforeRead ▸ about 20 Years of Cairn Guidance: A Moment That Changed My Trajectory

During this banner 20th Anniversary year for Cairn Guidance, we are offering a 4-part series of FREE webinars around our Systems Simulations. Each has a different topic/focus, and the first two have invited guests that represent higher education, Departments of Education, non-profits, and consultants. We hope you’ll join us for these short sessions to learn more about the what/how/whyRead ▸ about Free Systems Simulations Webinar Series

By: Jess Lawrence, Director  As I reflect on the past 20 years of Cairn Guidance, I am astonished by the journey. I founded Cairn Guidance, originally Bogli Consulting for the first five years, in 2006 after taking a leap of faith and leaving the Oregon Department of Education. At the time, I stepped into consultingRead ▸ about Cairn Guidance Celebrates 20 Years!

We are thrilled to announce that Donna Franklin, Director of Health Services at Clarkston School District in Washington State has been selected as the recipient of Cairn Guidance’s annual 2025 School Health Leadership Award. This award highlights an Education Leader who demonstrates prioritizing the health and well-being of student and staff health. They see theRead ▸ about Celebrating Excellence in School Health Leadership: Donna Franklin

Author: Sterling Ta’Bon, Healthy Schools Manager & National Cadre Coordinator This year’s Dove Self-Esteem Project (DSEP) Cadre Retreat, themed “Pride in the Vibe DSEP 2025,” empowered our cadre trainers to effectively share comprehensive lessons while exploring body confidence and self-esteem through historical perspectives. This highly anticipated annual retreat brings together educators, counselors, and administrators fromRead ▸ about Dove Self-Esteem Project Cadre Retreat 2025: “Pride in the Vibe”