With decades of education experience, Danny Steele helps educators reclaim their energy and find their center again.
Reconnecting to your purpose.
After more than 30 years in education, Danny now helps school leaders and teachers reconnect with the heart of their work. As a former principal turned speaker and author, he shares real-world stories, practical insight, and a sense of purpose that reminds educators why they started in the first place.
See Danny in action.
Danny’s talks are built to remind educators why their work matters—and why relationships shape school culture.
Here’s a glimpse of the energy he brings to every stage.
Check out Danny’s books.
What our educators have to say…
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Working with Danny Steele this year has been an incredibly valuable experience. He constantly posted thoughtful questions that challenged my thinking and helped me grow as a leader.
Ryan Beattie, Principal
Gates Middle School
Massachusetts -
Great,relevant, and engaging presentation! I never even looked at my phone, even though it was blowing up-it felt like five minutes.
Dr. Sam Allison, Superintendent
Lowndes County School District
Mississippi -
Danny Steele's ability to connect with our teachers and staff was inspiring. He spoke with conviction and encouragement about what it takes to be the difference for our students.
Shannon Driver, Superintendent
Covington County
Alabama -
Dr. Steele left us inspired, energized, and reminded us of the impact we have on the lives of our students every single day.
Dr. Mike Howard, Superintendent
Lee County
Alabama -
So excited to start the school year with lots of energy and positivity! Thank you Danny for the motivation and flaming the fire.
Martha Velez-Teran, Administrator
Austin High School
Texas -
The amazing @SteeleThoughts rocked the house with an inspirational session at NAFEPA in DC. Thank you Danny!!
Mark Hailey, Federal Programs DirectorProsper School District
Texas -
As a successful and passionate teacher and principal, Dr. Steele was the perfect keynote speaker for our school community. He has the unique ability to speak to the goals and anxieties of all classroom teachers and still empathize with administrators via the lens of a principal, allowing him to validate the viewpoints of all faculty and staff.
Eitan Lipsten, Head of School
Yavneh Hebrew Academy
California -
Please tell Danny thank you for talking to our staff. As expected he did amazing and I head several people saying things like, “that was exactly what I needed,” “he’s a natural motivator,” and “I’m so glad I heard that.” When you can make a tired and stressed out group of people laugh, cry, refresh and refocus on the “why” in 60 minutes, you have a gift – and he did just that.
Cindy Florence, Teacher
The Bell Center for Early Intervention
Alabama -
I’m a firm believer in providing our school leaders with coaches as thoughtful partners. For this reason, I needed the best to work personally with an extremely high-functioning principal, someone who could listen, challenge, and help this leader grow. Danny Steele was my first and only call.
Bill Burkhead, Superintendent
Scituate Public Schools
Massachusetts
Read more reflections from Danny on his blog.
Letter to a Tired Teacher
You're tired. I know you are.
I was a principal, and it's easy for me to say, "Hang in there -- thanks for all you do!" But I want you to know exactly what it is that I'm thankful for.
How Will the Kids Remember You?
If you're a teacher, you have taught (or will teach) thousands of kids. You are a professional...and you are creating a legacy every day you come to work. You are leaving your mark -- an indelible impression upon the children entrusted to your care. What will they remember about you...I wonder.
Things That Principals Know About Great Teachers
I have had the privilege of working with many great teachers. These are some things that are true about them:
Great teachers don't always have the best lessons.
But they always have the best relationships with kids.
