Meet the Author-Dr. Denise Ball

For more than 28 years, I have had the privilege of serving Catholic education as a teacher, principal, diocesan leader, university lecturer, and national education executive. From the classroom to central office leadership, I have remained committed to strengthening schools from within by empowering educators, supporting school leaders, and helping to cultivate positive, joy-filled school cultures.

For the past 15 years, I have connected with educators and school leaders through my Unlock the Teacher blog. “Share the good” has been a personal mantra for decades, and I am grateful in this season of life to continue that message through Sharing the Good with Dr. Denise Ball on YouTube and wherever you enjoy listening to podcasts.

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@sharingthegoodwithdrdeniseball

As a U.S. Army veteran, I value collaboration, ingenuity, integrity, and service. I thrive in environments where innovation is encouraged, diverse perspectives are welcomed, and teamwork is the norm.

I choose to lead with joy, serve with purpose, and remain grounded in the belief that many voices create the strongest outcomes.

Denise believes her most important role and passion is in serving her beautiful family. She has been married to Michael for the last few decades, and both her children are wrapping up their college experience. She strives to seize every moment on this journey of life!

Carpe Diem…

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Recommended Spotify Playlist of Some of Denise’s Favorite Songs

Highlighting favorite artists like Natalie Grant, Mathew West, Crowder, Amanda Cook, Lauren Dengel, and so many more.

Ball, Denise M. (2023). Improving Teacher Retention Within the Archdiocese of Washington Schools. Doctoral Dissertations and Projects. 5006. https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/doctoral/5006

Teacher retention is about more than filling vacancies. It is shaped by the daily experiences educators have within their school communities. This updated white paper explores how leadership, team relationships, communication, support, and a welcoming school climate influence teachers’ decisions to stay. Grounded in dissertation research and subsequent educator survey findings, it offers practical strategies for strengthening teams, building trust, supporting teacher voice, and creating school cultures where educators can thrive.