Behind My Mindful Class
Our Focus
Our goal in teaching Mindfulness and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) is to empower students to unlock and utilize the full potential of their minds.
Our program is focused solely on equipping students with essential life skills such as mindset matters, know your strengths, solution thinking, confidence is key, and mistakes make you smarter.
This program is developed free from political biases, specific values, or prescribed views. We do not include any content related to gender identity, sex education, or critical race theory.
Our mission is to foster a positive classroom environment where students develop life skills for emotional well-being and success.
My Mindful Class transforms traditional mindfulness into a dynamic and engaging experience designed for students.
Why Choose My Mindful Class
We've broken the mold of traditional mindfulness teaching. Our methods and innovative approach are fresh, interactive, and, most importantly, fun!
Our curriculum focuses on the individual student, encouraging them to become the best version of themselves, guided by their own dreams and aspirations rather than external expectations. We stress that the quality of their thoughts is key to achieving their goals and leading a fulfilling life.
Through our carefully structured mindfulness and SEL lessons, we aim to cultivate a mindset in students that is rooted in self-belief, resilience, and positive mindset.
Who Are We?
Hi, I’m Ashley Hendricks, founder of My Mindful Class
I’m a cognitive researcher and curriculum developer who bridges the gap between brain science and real world classrooms. I created My Mindful Class to give teachers simple, science-backed tools that build focus, confidence, and emotional regulation right inside the school day.
My background is in health sciences, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), and subconscious behavior. I study how thoughts shape identity and how identity shapes behavior. And I believe every child deserves to understand the power of their own mind.
Earlier in my career, I worked with schools on active shooter response protocols. That experience changed me. I saw how fear and dysregulation were quietly shaping classrooms. It became clear that safety is not just physical.
Students need inner tools, not just emergency plans.
If we want calm classrooms, we have to teach calm.
If we want confident students, we have to teach confidence.
My Mindful Class blends cognitive science, neuroscience, and social emotional learning into ready-to-use resources that fit into real classrooms. Virtual focus spaces. Calm spaces. Affirmation videos. Full themed SEL units that actually connect.
You're already doing the hard work.
I'm here to make it easier.
Because a student who knows how to manage their mind can change their entire future. And a teacher who has the right tools can change an entire classroom.
Ashley Hendricks
Founder of My Mindful Class
Helping teachers turn chaotic classrooms into focused learning environments with modern mindfulness tools.
Ashley Hendricks, presenting on social emotional learning curriculum.
Sheri Hudak, 5th Grade Educator | RN | M.Ed.
25+ Years Serving Students with Heart and Clinical Insight
My journey with My Mindful Class is deeply rooted in family and none of it would exist without my mom, Sheri Hudak.
Sheri is a passionate educator with over 20 years of experience as a 5th grade teacher. Her classroom has always been a place where students feel safe, seen, and supported, long before social emotional learning became a buzzword in education.
Before stepping into education, she began her career as a Registered Nurse. With a Bachelor’s in Nursing, a Bachelor’s in Psychology, and a Master’s in Teaching, Sheri brings a rare and powerful blend of clinical insight, emotional intelligence, and real world classroom wisdom.
Her lifelong commitment to student well-being were instrumental in shaping the core values behind My Mindful Class.
Together, we built this program to bridge the gap between mental health, emotional growth, and academic success, combining science backed mindfulness tools with real, classroom tested strategies.
Our mission is simple, to give students the tools they need to thrive and to support the teachers who help them get there.