FreshGen Studio

Hi! I’m Ashley, an educator and the creator of FreshGen, where I develop SEL and emotional intelligence resources for middle and high school students. I’ve worked with youth as a teacher (14+ years) in all elementary grades (in public and private schools), middle and high school mentor, and Girls Inc. facilitator. I am a program creator, supporting students in building self-awareness, emotional regulation, and healthy communication skills. I also provide workshops and tools for educators to strengthen classroom culture and student connection.

I believe students learn best when they feel safe, seen, and supported. My teaching style centers on building emotional intelligence alongside academics, helping students develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and healthy communication skills. I use interactive, reflective, and real-life based activities to meet students where they are, while creating a classroom environment that values connection, consistency, and clear boundaries. My goal is to support the whole student while equipping educators with practical tools that work in real classroom settings.

Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood through 6th Grade Education (EC–6), with a specialized focus in English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction.

Outside of creating resources, I’m a wife and stay-at-home mom to two boys, and I spend a lot of my time homeschooling, creating, and building a cozy, creative life at home. I love anything that feels calm and intentional—tea, journaling, sitting with a good book, playing with my (many) fur babies, and small creative projects. I’m passionate about emotional wellness, storytelling, and helping others feel seen and supported in everyday life. FreshGen is an extension of that—blending education, creativity, and real-life emotional skills into something meaningful for not just both students and teachers but also for other teens and parents in my life.