Mindy Hoffar

All Write!!! Consortium Coordinator and literacy coach

[Cris Tovani @ctovani]

Every time we teach kids to critically think, a conspiracy theory dies. Not sure who to credit for that comment.

[East Noble Activities Department @ENKnights]

HUGE SHOUTOUT to Kendallville's Shepherd's Chevrolet GMC and Don Gura State Farm for providing tickets to our ENTIRE STUDENT SECTION last Friday Night for the Regional Football Game! Just another example of the incredibly supportive community we all get to call home!

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Raising Kids in a Coaching Household.

If you grew up in a coaching household, you know it’s a unique experience.

It’s not like most families.

There are long hours, sacrifices, and some tough days.

But if you’re lucky enough to raise kids in a coaching household, you give them something special.

Coaching families have a front-row seat to some of life’s most important lessons.

Here are 7 of them:

1. RESILIENCE AND HARD WORK ARE NON-NEGOTIABLE

Coaching isn’t a 9-to-5 job, and kids of coaches learn that early on.

They see the late nights, the tough losses, and the prep work that goes into every game.

They watch you break down film, take calls from parents, and come back from tough games with a plan.

They learn resilience not because you sit them down and teach it but because they witness it.

And they learn that hard work isn’t something you do once in a while - it’s part of who you are.

2. THEY LEARN THE VALUE OF TEAMWORK AND SELFLESSNESS

Kids in coaching families see what it means to put the team before yourself.

They hear you talk about sacrifice, unselfish play, and lifting others up.

They come to understand that individual success is only part of the equation and that the greatest accomplishments happen when people work together.

They learn that life isn’t just about what they achieve but how they can contribute to something bigger than themselves.

3. THEY WITNESS THE POWER OF POSITIVE ATTITUDE

In sports, a positive mindset is everything, and as a coach, you model that every day.

Your kids see you handle wins and losses with grace.

They watch how you encourage players, bounce back after hard games, and find ways to improve.

And over time, they internalize that attitude - the belief that no matter the circumstances, you can find a way forward.

They learn that a positive attitude is a choice that shapes every outcome.

4. THEY ARE EXPOSED TO REAL-LIFE PROBLEM-SOLVING

Coaching is constant problem-solving.

How to handle an injured player, how to break a losing streak, how to motivate a discouraged team - your kids are around it all.

They see you make decisions under pressure, analyze situations, and adapt.

They learn that life’s problems don’t go away, but they improve with effort, critical thinking, and a willingness to learn.

This skill - facing challenges head-on - will serve them well in every aspect of their lives.

5. THEY UNDERSTAND THE IMPORTANCE OF INTEGRITY AND CHARACTER

Coaches don’t just teach skills; they teach character.

You talk about doing the right thing, being honest, and treating others with respect.

Your kids hear those conversations and watch you model them.

And they learn that, at the end of the day, character matters more than stats or awards.

They see firsthand that true success comes from being the kind of person who keeps their word and puts others first.

6. THEY GROW UP WITH A COMMUNITY AROUND THEM
A coaching household isn’t just family - it’s a community.

Your kids get to be around a team, see players grow, and celebrate the wins together.

They build friendships with players and families.

They grow up knowing they’re part of something bigger, with people who care about them.

And when they see your impact on others, they understand that success isn’t just about what you do; it’s about the difference you make in others’ lives.

7. THEY SEE PASSION IN ACTION

Coaching isn’t just a job; it’s a calling.

And your kids get to see what it looks like to be passionate about your work.

They see you go above and beyond, care deeply, and invest everything into helping others succeed.

They learn that work isn’t just a means to an end - it’s a chance to make a difference.

When they see your passion, it inspires them to find theirs and pursue it with the same dedication.

Final Thoughts:

Growing up in a coaching household means seeing life from a different perspective.

Your kids witness the ups and downs, the challenges and victories.

They learn resilience, teamwork, integrity, and passion - qualities that can’t be taught in a classroom.

And as they get older, these lessons stay with them, shaping them into people who value hard work, kindness, and commitment.

So, if you’re raising kids in a coaching household, know that you’re giving them a gift.

They’re learning, growing, and developing in ways that will impact them for a lifetime.

Coaching might be a demanding profession, but it also gives back in ways that are truly priceless.

And in the end, you’re not just building a team - you’re building a family filled with lessons that last far beyond the season.

Choose to Coach.

[Ian Sams @IanSams]

NEW >> Vice President Harris releases her closing 2-minute ad - “Brighter Future”

Centers the American people, not herself

WATCH:

[NowThis Impact @nowthisimpact]

Kamala Harris: People we disagree with politically are not the 'enemy within.’ They are our 'family, neighbors, classmates, coworkers – they are fellow Americans.’

[David French @DavidAFrench]

More of this, please.

[James Talarico @jamestalarico]

“Christian Nationalists walk around with a mouth full of scripture and a heart full of hate…”

[Dr. Derwin L. Gray @DerwinLGray]

Here's the characteristics of those in God's kingdom. This is the character traits Jesus wants to form in his followers. This is Jesus' political manifesto. His followers represent another realm, and have allegiance to another kingdom 🩸✝️🩸🕊️
Day 8 The Beatitudes Matthew 5:3-10

[Mindy Hoffar @MindyHoffar]

@writeguyjeff Congratulations Jeff!!

[Matt Glover @Mattglover123]

Excited to share our new book coming out in November, written by myself and @ConferringCarl . Even more excited for how it will support teachers and students' writing! Link for preorder: https://t.co/ininalcpbm

[East Noble Activities Department @ENKnights]

East Noble 45 Luers 7. Final.

[Georgia Heard @GeorgiaHeard1]

I love this beautiful truth from @joyharjo

#poetry #writers #poetrycommunity #poetrylovers

[Mindy Hoffar @MindyHoffar]

@GeorgiaHeard1 @ncte You are so deserving Georgia. Congratulations!!

[Dr. Derwin L. Gray @DerwinLGray]

Y'all, Jesus is utterly beautiful. Please don't distract unbelievers and believers away from Jesus with unhinged political idolatry or wild conspiracy theories. Go the Gospels, read them, and refresh your soul as you encounter him.

[Dr. Bryan Pearlman #MaslowBeforeBloom @DrP_Principal]

One year, we had a number of students who were struggling with behaviors. This group of 25 students made up the majority of our school’s office referrals, suspensions, and classroom disruptions. We believed at the time that we had tried everything (and nothing worked). The consequences were not effective at changing the behaviors. Students were coming back from suspensions with worse behaviors than when they had left. We decided to try anything and everything possible.

After running into a friend who was a former professional mixed martial arts fighter, we decided to start a morning martial arts intervention. We taught self-control, respect, being a part of a team, dealing with stress and negative emotions, taking responsibility for one’s choices, integrity, relaxation, and mindfulness.

This intervention was extremely effective at improving attitudes and achievement. Within 4-6 weeks, the majority of negative behaviors and attitudes went away. Participants became model students and eventually school leaders. Many schools and districts reached out to learn more about this intervention (as word traveled fast). I told these other schools that I think the secret to our success was mostly as a result of attention given by trusted adults, positive interactions, teaching specific self-regulation skills, having a place to talk through challenging situations, and building a family.

You can do this without a martial arts program, it could be just about anything. The important lesson was not WHAT we did, it was WHY we were doing it. Sometimes the more out of the box the thinking - the better!

Thank you to Steve Berger and then Susie Wyatt for making this intervention a reality! We had some great times working together to help kids!

Join the “Maslow Before Bloom” group:
https://t.co/i2rhBgHO8G

#maslowbeforebloom

[Mindy Hoffar @MindyHoffar]

@lester_laminack This is one of my favorites you’ve posted!!!

[Mindy Hoffar @MindyHoffar]

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[Mindy Hoffar @MindyHoffar]

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