7 Mindsets and Student Success at OVCA

The 7 Mindsets

To Live Your Ultimate Life

The writers of "The 7 Mindsets,"  Scott Shickler & Jeff Waller created the "The 7 Mindsets" based on the belief that in order for people to gain ultimate success and happiness they simply have to change their mindset. They explain that, "The 7 Mindsets are based on a three year research effort that began with the simple question: What do the world’s happiest and most successful people have in common? In search of the answer, we studied many of the happiest and most successful people who’ve ever lived. We reviewed the most extensive and important studies on personal achievement ever conducted. And we personally interviewed 400 leading experts, some of the most successful men and women of the 20th and 21st centuries." 

They go on to explain what their extensive research revealed, "a set of seven mental habits foundational to an enriched life. The 7 Mindsets are a comprehensive blueprint for happiness, intentionality and success, written in simple, powerful language to teach and activate success strategies for people to live the lives of their dreams..." 

OVCA has adopted the 7 Mindset curriculum and are proud to share it with our staff, LC's, and students. We encourage you to explore our site and stay up-to-date with the latest news and resources our team shares with you! To read the full Parent Introductory Newsletter, click here.

The Student Success Specialist, Teachers, and School Counselors Lead 7 Mindset Lessons for Every Grade Band!

 Week 1: Embrace everyone.

 Week 2: Maximize relationships.

 Week 3: Build your dream team.

 Week 4: Lead with value.

  Week 1: Own your life.

Week 2: Overcome limiting beliefs.

Week 3: Focus your energy.

Week 4: Grow through life.

Week 5: Red Ribbon Week!! 

Week 1: Treasure yourself.

Week 2: Be more grateful.

Week 3: Thank it forward.

Week 4: Elevate your perspective.

Week 1: Stretch yourself.

Week 2: Make a difference.

Week 3: Receive gracefully.

Week 4: Winter Break

Week 1: Dream big.

Week 2: Embrace creativity.

Week 3: Think positive.

Week 4: Act and adjust.

Week 1: Focus on strengths.

Week 2: Explore your interests.

Week 3: Take a stand.

Week 4: Be authentic.

Week 1: Embrace every moment.

Week 2: Get in the zone.

Week 3: Spring Break

Week 4: Let yourself be vulnerable.

Week 5: Act with purpose.

Meet OVCA's Student Success Team

We make up the Student Success Support Specialist Team for grades K-12 at Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy (OVCA). We work closely together to achieve our united goal of supporting all students’ success, across the entire school. 

Leah Allen, M.Ed. Middle School Counselor & K-12 Student Success Support Specialist

leallen@okvirtual.org 

(405)259-9478 Ext. 3196

text only: (405)696-0910

I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education and a Master’s Degree in School Counseling both from the University of Central Oklahoma. This is my third year with OVCA, and I love meeting all of our unique and talented students! I have been in education for nine years, and I can't imagine a more fulfilling career. I have two daughters, 21 and 10 years-old, and a 2 year-old son. We have a dog named Brea, two crazy kitties BeBe and Angel, and one betta fish called Bo. My favorite activities are hanging with my family outdoors, being at the lake (or any body of water), kayaking, and listening to mystery podcasts.

Amanda Coyle, M.Ed. Elementary School Counselor & K-12 Student Success Support Specialist 

acoyle@okvirtual.org

(405)259-9478 Ext. 3077

I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education Grades 1-8 from Nicholls’ State University and a Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology School Counseling from Texas A&M University. WHOOP! This year will be my 4th year as a School Counselor at OVCA. I’m blessed with my husband and 2 kids. I’m excited about their school year, too! My daughter will be a freshman in High School and my son will be a Freshman at OSU. Go Pokes! 


Hailey Thomas, MA HS Student Success Support Specialist & Lead HS Counselor

Southeast Region

hthomas@okvirtual.org

(405)259-9478 Ext. 3122

I have an M. Ed. in School Counseling and a B. A. in Psychology both from Northeastern University. This is my 4th year at OVCA and my 10th year as a high school counselor. I live in Muskogee, OK, and I have been married for 6 years. We have a 3.5 year-old son, and a new baby girl that was born in October 2020!

April White, M.Ed. HS Student Success Support Specialist & HS Counselor

Northwest Region

apwhite@okvirtual.org

(405)259-9478 Ext. 2123

I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from the University of Oklahoma and a Master’s Degree in Guidance and Counseling from the University of Central Oklahoma. This year will be my 8th school year with OVCA. I love to spend time with my husband, our 3 children and our new rescue puppy. We love to cook together, attend sports events (especially football), and we enjoy outdoor activities like going to the zoo and the lake. 

Coming Soon!