The Beautifully Human Educator

About

A career built on the conviction that education must stay human

The Beautifully Human Educator and Mission 139 are two dimensions of one calling: the leadership, thought-leadership, and advocacy work of Cyrkle B. Brent, M.Ed.

Founder Story

From the classroom to the ecosystem

For more than two decades, Cyrkle B. Brent has served students, families, and school communities as a special educator, instructional leader, and principal, work that includes guiding a school to recognition as a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School. But her work has never been defined by titles or accolades. It has been shaped by one conviction: education must remain human.

The Beautifully Human Educator grew from that conviction: a leadership and professional-learning platform built on the belief that educators do their most meaningful work when they lead with both excellence and humanity. Through reflection, professional learning, thought leadership, and practical tools, TBHE challenges educators to think deeply, lead courageously, protect their creativity, and build classrooms where both adults and children can thrive.

BS, Towson State University · Master's, Notre Dame of Maryland

Cyrkle B. Brent, smiling, wearing glasses and a yellow blazer

Cyrkle B. Brent, M.Ed.

Founder & Chief Coach

Head of School & Principal, St. Martin's Lutheran School

The Team

Dedication. Expertise. Passion. Unmatched.

TBHE supports school administrators, classroom teachers, and organization leadership teams to create and sustain nurturing, inclusive environments that don't sacrifice excellence, rigor, or the wellbeing of the educator or staff.

Yolanda Barber

Yolanda Barber

Head Coach: Principals & School Planning

Rossana Mahvi

Rossana Mahvi

Head Coach: Literacy & Special Education

Kawan Jones

Kawan Jones

Head Coach: Culture & Classroom Management

Kitrece Carr

Kitrece Carr

Instructional Coach: Math

Ashley Dominique

Ashley Dominique

Instructional Coach: ELA

Impact

From advocacy to execution

Through TBHE and Mission 139, Cyrkle B. Brent, M.Ed. has helped school communities move from recognizing a need to building responsive systems that serve neurodivergent learners.

School communities served
3
Students impacted
300+
Staff per engagement supported
50–150
Specialized classrooms built
2

School Communities Served

St. Mary's High School of Annapolis · Cedar Tree Academy · Citizens of the World Charter School, Los Angeles

Our impact extends beyond offering recommendations. We help families understand schools, equip educators to respond more effectively, and support organizations in building sustainable systems from the ground up — because meaningful inclusion requires more than good intentions.

Mission

Fearfully and wonderfully made

Mission 139 takes its name from Psalm 139, a reminder that every person is fearfully and wonderfully made. It was born from Cyrkle B. Brent's experience as both an educator and advocate, after witnessing too many children being misunderstood, underestimated, or expected to fit systems that were never designed with their needs in mind. Difference is not deficiency.

"I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made."

Psalm 139:14

Together, TBHE and Mission 139 are two dimensions of one calling: transforming education by honoring the humanity, brilliance, and unique design of every person within it.

A Personal Note

The Beautifully Human Educator is the standard of excellence when it comes to educational leadership, professional development, and supporting the diverse needs of students, families, and school communities. Cyrkle B. Brent brings a rare combination of expertise, authenticity, compassion, and vision that immediately sets her apart.

Advisory Board

Guided by people who know the work

Our advisory board is being finalized as part of TBHE's rebrand. Updated board members and biographies will appear here soon.

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