Mandy has been the Headmistress (Principal) at a leading independent school in Johannesburg for the last 10 years. She is mom to two beautiful children, Robyn and Ryan, and a proud wife to Garreth. Mandy has been working in Independent Schools, both Pre-K and elementary, with children aged 3-9 for 20 years. Mandy sits on the Board of Directors at […]
Mandy Herold
Conscious Discipline Certified Instructor
Johannesburg, South Africa
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Experience
Mandy has been working in Independent Schools with children aged 3-9 for 20 years. In that time, she has worked her way through the ranks from intern, student teacher, class teacher, learning support assistant, subject teacher and finally principal. Mandy has completed her Executive Coaching coursework through 2bLimitless.
Specialization
Mandy brings a contagious energy to everything she does. She is a dynamic presenter and is passionate about the development of SEL skills. She specializes in Parent Education & Coaching, Teacher Training & Coaching, Mentoring School Leadership & Management Teams. She prioritizes connection and empathy in all her engagements.
Certification
Mandy attended Institute in Chapel Hill, North Carolina in June 2018 (with Elizabeth Montero-Cefalo) and Advanced Institute in Orlando in February 2019. In March 2020, she was invited to join the family of International Certified Instructions, under the guidance and mentorship of Lety Valero.
Education
Mandy graduated from JCE (Johannesburg College of Johannesburg, now Wits School of Education) with a bachelor’s degree in Education, Junior Primary and Pre-Primary, with Distinction. In 2015/2016 she completed an Honors Degree from Wits School of Education.
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"I’ve been to many workshops and parent talks but Mandy’s one on Conscious Discipline for Parents was the first workshop that focused, not on changing our children’s behavior but, the way we respond to them. The practical examples have been really helpful, like the Velcro Visual to-do lists but the biggest change we’ve noticed is less frustration and more understanding. All one could ask for as a parent!”
"Thank you for this morning both my wife and I found it so informative and thought provoking. It can feel like our lives are so hectic, that we almost parent on intuition and auto pilot. This morning gave us an hour dedicated to slowing down and really thinking about our kids and the way we wish to interact and raise them. Many of the points you raised resonate with us, particularly identify the reason/emotion behind the action and addressing that.”
"Myself and my husband found the talk very informative. I really appreciate the time Mandy takes to teach our boys such valuable life lessons, and then taking the time to provide us with the tools to follow through at home. It is going to take some time to change our inner voice, but we both believe that there definitely is value in giving it a try to get a better grip on parenting. Another talk would be amazing! ”
"You just blew me away today! The training was absolutely world class! You are a natural, Mandy! You did it! You are warm, engaging and so articulate! Thank you for a day of inspiration, hope and for the most wonderful toolkit! This really is the way to effect transformation in our wounded world and how exciting it is to know that we as teachers, can do this! You have set me on a journey that has myself and our staff delighted and excited as not only will we serve our children but also we will grow ourselves. Thank you for an organized, constructive and inspiring day. The refreshments were delicious, the material accessible, the venue magnificent and we all came away empowered enough to start implementing strategies straight away. ”
