Team Joy Jars

Written By Cynthia Skyers-Gordon

Celebrate small wins and moments of joy.

Why it matters:
Recognition boosts morale and helps staff feel valued, building stronger teams.

Joy Jar Ideas:

  • Gratitude Notes – Encourage team members to add thank-yous or shout-outs.

  • Monthly Reveal – Read notes aloud at staff meetings.

  • Theme Weeks – Dedicate one week to compliments, another to jokes, another to wins.

Tip: Use a colorful jar and keep slips of paper and pens nearby to make it easy.

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Cynthia Skyers-Gordon

Dr. Cynthia Skyers-Gordon, Ed.D. is the founder of SILWELL-C (Staff-Inspired Leadership for Wellness and Calm), a wellness initiative created to empower educators, leaders, and teams to thrive from within. With more than 33 years of experience in early childhood education, from assistant teacher to director to Education Coordinator, Dr. Skyers-Gordon understands the challenges and opportunities staff face each day.

SILWELL-C was born from her belief that true wellness in schools starts with the staff themselves. By providing calm leadership strategies, practical tools, affirmations, and inspiration, SILWELL-C equips educators and leaders to create supportive, balanced environments where both staff and children can flourish.

Through workshops, consultations, and creative resources, Dr. Skyers-Gordon combines her in-depth expertise with a passion for cultivating resilience, connection, and calm in every space. Whether it’s through her upcoming Wellness Toolkit, the JamBel Storybook, or the Free Wellness Hub, she continues to design practical ways for educators and leaders to sustain their own wellness while inspiring others.

At its core, SILWELL-C is more than a program; it’s a movement: a reminder that when staff lead with wellness, schools grow with strength, calm, and confidence.

https://www.silwellc.com
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