Chicago, IL – Shining Light Consulting and Learning today announced the release of The Cupcake Factor: A Bite-Sized Recipe for Emotionally Intelligent School Leadership, a new book by veteran school climate coach and author DeAnna Lynn. Published by SOAR Press, the book provides Early Childhood leaders (Birth–3rd Grade) with practical guidance for dismantling toxic school environments and fostering emotionally healthy school cultures that support both educators and students.
DeAnna Lynn delivers a keynote address on building emotionally intelligent school leadership.
Drawing from her experience consulting with schools across the country, Lynn presents The Cupcake Factor as a critical resource for school administrators aiming to reduce adult bullying, improve teacher retention, and enhance school readiness for young learners. Through real-world strategies and relatable frameworks, the book equips leaders to strengthen their own emotional intelligence to create empowering learning environments.
“In order to effectively address the growing crisis of youth bullying, we must first confront and eliminate toxic behaviors among adults, especially in our schools,” said DeAnna Lynn, founder of Shining Light Consulting and Learning. “This book offers a straightforward and accessible roadmap for school leaders to foster healthier, more inclusive workplaces where both staff and students can thrive.”
The book is a concise precursor to Lynn’s proprietary SHINE framework, which serves as a professional development model for creating non-toxic school climates. By emphasizing emotional intelligence as a leadership competency, The Cupcake Factor provides school leaders with actionable insights to self-regulate, build relationships, and model integrity for student success in Kindergarten and beyond.
Key topics covered in the book include:
Recognizing and addressing toxic behaviors within school teams
Building emotionally intelligent leadership practices
Resolving conflicts among teaching staff
Retaining passionate and qualified educators
Modeling SEL skills so that students are prepared for future academic success
The Cupcake Factor: A Bite-Sized Recipe for Emotionally Intelligent School Leadership
Published by SOAR Press, an agency dedicated to elevating thought leaders in education, The Cupcake Factor arrives at a time when school culture and educator well-being are under increased scrutiny nationwide. The book is now available through major online retailers and serves as both a standalone resource and a complement to professional development workshops offered by Shining Light Consulting and Learning.
About Shining Light Consulting and Learning
Shining Light Consulting and Learning, LLC partners with Early Childhood programs and school leaders to transform school culture and climate through its innovative SHINE framework. The firm provides professional development, training, and consulting services designed to promote emotionally healthy and academically enriching schools.
About SOAR Press, LLC
SOAR Press, LLC is a boutique publishing agency committed to helping educational leaders and retirees share their expertise and stories with global audiences. The agency focuses on topics including educational leadership, emotional intelligence, and resilience.
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