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”

Author: Sterling Ta’Bon, Healthy Schools Manager & National Cadre Coordinator at Cairn Guidance Structure Behavior: Imagine you are given your very first pet, a puppy named after your favorite candy bar. This puppy will become the reflection of the environment you create for them such as protection, nutrition, and attention. As the puppy develops, theyRead ▸ about Building Better Systems: What a Puppy Can Teach Us About Change

Author: Brittany Echols, Health Education Curriculum Manager at Cairn Guidance As I reflect on my journey over the past few years, I feel immense gratitude for the incredible opportunities and people who have shaped my work. Working at Cairn Guidance has been an enriching experience—one filled with deep learning, meaningful collaboration, and a shared commitment to equity-drivenRead ▸ about New Chapter, Same Mission: Supporting Student Health & Wellness

Author: Jess Lawrence, Director at Cairn Guidance At the age of 15, my friend Nini Mohamed took an incredible journey— a difficult, life-changing trek to America by way of Somalia and a Kenyan refugee camp. His book, “The African in America” details the real-life struggle immigrants face while adapting to American culture, from unexpected racial divisions amongRead ▸ about Body Confidence Athletes!