The Mindful Breathing Program was created for educators and their students by educator Ashley Baer.  After conducting a two-year pilot in Forsyth County Schools, where she introduced and refined the use of breath and movement in the classroom, Ashley developed the program from direct, real-world experience.

She now trains teachers across her district in the effective implementation of the Mindful Breathing Program.  As a result of this work, Forsyth County Schools was nationally recognized in 2024 as an innovative district by the Model Schools Conference, specifically for the program’s impact on educator wellness and retention.

In her role as Wellness Coordinator, Ashley continues to oversee and expand the program within her district. She also travels throughout Georgia and across the United States, training educators and school systems to implement this transformative, nervous system-informed approact.