Relationships ▫ interpersonal and self-reflection skills

"Heather is incredibly reflective and listens to feedback. She is innovative and researched-based in best practices; a collaborator and role model amongst peers and staff." Carrie Ekert Haakenson assistant principal, pacesetter

Strength Areas

Publications:

Accessing Mirrors and Seeing Through Windows: Why Students Need Diverse Books

Showing Pride in Our Classrooms

Why Does the Frame We Use Matter? Embracing Curiosity Over Judgment.

Heather is an amazing communicator and writer. She also creates excellent presentations and graphics to illustrate complex issues. She has the confidence to be honest: people listen to her when she speaks. Mike Carolan retired superintendent

Examples ▫ interpersonal and self-reflection skills

Interpersonal Connections with Youth

"Students love her! Her attitude and personality creates a sense of peace and safety for those around her." Corey Olson LPN, coach, communicator

"Heather is extremely enthusiastic and driven. She did an excellent job working with students and helping them find positive resolutions to each situation they faced; even more impressive is that Heather did not know the students but quickly formed a bond and was able to use these new-found relationships to create successful outcomes." Eric Johnson educational leader, principal

At one point, Heather was a classroom teacher in my building. It was years before students stopped talking about the impact she had on them (and the talking only stopped because all of those students graduated). Scott Lyke educator, husband

Coached competitive public speakers and interpretation (Speech Teams) in both ND and MN, grades 6-12 (21 years)
Mentored creative writers with the Loft Literary Center in MN, ages 16+ (3 years)
Guided youth leaders with their Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging work at Dover-Eyota Public Schools in MN, grades 9-12 (1+ year)
Guided youth leaders to serve as student mentors to freshmen (Link Crew) with the Rochester Public Schools in MN, grades 11-12 (12+ years)
Taught students English in the Rochester Public Schools in MN, grades 9-12 (16 years)
Supported students in their behavioral and academic growth at Dover-Eyota Public Schools in MN, early childhood-grade 12 (2+ years)
Guided students in improving behavior choices as a Rochester Public Schools principal intern in MN, grades K-12 (1 year)

Interpersonal Connections with Adults

List of exact examples coming soon

Heather’s greatest contribution is her passion and genuine care for people. Heather’s experiences, personal work, and moral ethics, along with her savvy in leading large groups, make her an energetic asset for any organization. She is a fighting spirit and a major player in the health of our democracy. George Morrow mentor, retired professor

Lyke’s a creative thinker who strategically contributes ideas to meet future needs. She does whatever she can to empower others to succeed; yet, often gives credit to others even when her work or ideas contributed significantly to the success. Jeanne Svobodny author, retired principal, mentor

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