About

Donna Mehle

Donna Mehle is an Atlanta-based PowerTools facilitator.  Donna began her career as a New York City public high school teacher and advisor, where she taught in a variety of secondary settings.  In addition to working with young people, Donna supported her colleagues over the years as a literacy and advisory coach and co-facilitated seminars with the New York City Writing Project. 

After moving from New York City, Donna began consulting with PowerTools and Engaging Schools.  In her work with both organizations, she enjoyed partnering with educators from across the country to create classrooms where students strengthen the skills and mindsets needed for success in school and beyond.  In 2018, Donna stepped into the role of Engaged Classrooms Specialist with Engaging Schools, until she retired from the position in 2023.  

She received her BA from Boston College and her MFA from Brooklyn College.   A Board Certified Coach, Donna holds a Supervisor of Instruction certificate from Rider University and is the co-author of Activators: Classroom Strategies for Engaging Middle and High School Students and Engaged Classrooms: The Art and Craft of Reaching and Teaching All Learners.  

In her freetime, Donna enjoys doing agility training with her Cowgirl Corgi, Penelope Garcia.