Candy Olandt
Trainer & Curriculum Developer
Candy is a trainer and curriculum developer with Stand4Kind, where she combines her background in education with a passion for mental wellness. She develops and delivers practical, low-prep content focused on anti-bullying, mindfulness, coping skills, leadership, and kindness in schools.
Recognized by the Tennessee Department of Education for her work in piloting Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) standards, Candy is passionate about the well-being of students. Her peers honored her as Teacher of the Year in 2017, reflecting her lasting impact in the classroom. She also holds certifications in Mental Health First Aid and trauma-informed practices.
Candy lives in Tennessee with her husband, their son—a junior at UT Knoxville—and their lovable Labrador.
- Location: Knoxville TN
- Favorite school subject: Reading/Language Arts
- Favorite hobby: It’s a toss up between reading and hiking
- Email: [email protected]