Professor Netzer is the Vice Dean of Research and the Arthur J. Samberg Professor of Business at Columbia Business School, an affiliate of the Columbia Data Science Institute, and the author of Decisions over Decimals. Professor Netzer is a world-renowned expert in data-driven decision-making and extracting meaningful insights from data. He wrote dozens of papers published in the top tier academic journals. His award-winning research is broadly read and highly cited. He is an award winning teacher at Columbia Business School's MBA, Executive MBA and Executive Education programs.       Show Highlights Avoid blind spots and asking the wrong questions that change the data you use to drive decision making and the candidates you hire.  Concerns about misinformation and persuasive language generated by AI models.  Teach students to guesstimate and understand the practical application of math in everyday life. The value of looking for surprises and outliers in data analysis. The importance of asking the right questions and spending time with a problem. The potential impact of AI in education and the need for regulations. IXL provides personalized growth plans to close knowledge gaps and accelerate learning.   Get the episode transcript here!!   Oded’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin Oded Netzer's Home Page Decisions Over Decimals   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS:   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go     IXL IXL is the most widely used online learning and teaching platform for K to 12. Over 1 million teachers use IXL in their classrooms every day for one reason: They love it. Visit IXL.com to lead your school towards data-driven excellence today.   Copyright © 2024 Twelve Practices LLC  

Justin Breen is the Founder/CEO of the exclusive connectivity platform BrEpic Network and global PR firm BrEpic Communications. His newest book, Epic Life, features a foreword from Dr. Peter Diamandis and has been the No. 1 overall book for sales on Amazon Kindle. It also recently made the Wall Street Journal and USA Today Bestseller lists.     Show Highlights   Tools to recognize patterns and the 4 things that separate Ruckus Makers. Establish the right mindset to attract the right network that creates opportunities for bigger investments to be in smaller rooms with impactful individuals.  Knowledge and tools from other industries that can be applied to education. The process of building a “Visionary”  network and the importance of finding the right team. The concept of choosing one word or phrase to simplify goals and provide focus. Insights on living an “Epic Life”  and the 4 step journey everyone goes through.   “You're not a limit test for people you serve, that's hypocrisy. I'm a dad who happens to be an entrepreneur, not an entrepreneur who happens to be a dad.  I would never let entrepreneur life destroy my family life. I think for a Ruckus Maker, if you destroy your family for the ruckus you're making to change the world, then might not be the right ruckus to make.” -Justin Breen   Get the episode transcript here!   Justin’s Resources & Contact Info: BrEpic Network Wall Street Journal-USA Today Best-Selling Book "Epic Life" --> https://lnkd.in/gKb5Reff  Linkedin Do you have Visionary, Abundance, Investment Mindset?   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS:   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   IXL IXL is the most widely used online learning and teaching platform for K to 12. Over 1 million teachers use IXL in their classrooms every day for one reason: They love it. Visit IXL.com to lead your school towards data-driven excellence today.  Copyright © 2024 Twelve Practices LLC    

    Dr. Leena Bakshi McLean is the founder of STEM4Real, a nonprofit professional learning organization committed to combining STEM and standards-based content learning and leadership with principles of justice-centered pedagogy. She currently serves as the Director of Multicultural Education and Equity for the National Science Teaching Association. Leena has worked with pre-service teachers at UC Berkeley and Claremont Graduate University teaching STEM methods and Universal Design for Learning. She is a former county and state level administrator and mathematics, science and anatomy teacher. She is also the author of the children’s book, “There’s Something in the Water”, a story that highlights the real life of Dr. Tyrone B. Hayes, an endocrinologist from UC Berkeley. As a woman of color and a mom of two girls, access and opportunity in STEM are personal for her. She believes that in order for us to increase our representation in STEM, we must create an identity in STEM. Her doctoral dissertation was on "The Successful Implementation of STEM Initiatives in Lower Income Schools". Leena travels the world as a keynote speaker, inspiring audiences in education, leadership, and technology to think about equitable STEM education and how to ensure access for all. Her next book, Teaching and Learning in STEM, #4Real will be coming soon in October of 2024.     Show Highlights   Investigate the hesitancy of teachers towards discussing justice and anti bias topics. Provide support, coaching, and mentorship for teachers that focuses on building strong relationships with students. Tips to unbind yourself from the system, to lead within the system to implement  changes. Don’t attach yourself to results by experimenting, observing and pivoting where the results take. you. Create a transparent budget aligned with the priorities of your community. Pull leaders out of the weeds with a candid assessment of school priorities. The challenges created by neglecting science and history curriculum.    “The system is not set up to disrupt itself, to innovate, to redesign, but we need that because just looking at the results that kids experience we know that they're inequitable. If you're okay with that, keep doing what we're doing and maintain the system. If that bothers you. Our kids deserve better and equity is something we should all be fighting for, then how are we changing the system to produce a better result?” -Chief Ruckus Maker Danny Bauer   “There's a program called the Anti Bias and Education Grant that came out of California, and this word anti bias has so much energy where some leaders are saying, you know what, I think we should just call it something else or let's kind of tippy toe around the word or let's not say the word. I don't want to dissuade people from coming. And there's part of me that's like, no, there is bias. We're going to address it, we're going to go head on. And then another part of me that's like, well, yeah, maybe we can change the word and invite people in and call them in and see what way we can handle it. And that's just with one word, anti bias.” - Dr. Leena Bakshi McLean    Get the episode transcript here!   Dr G’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin STEM4Real What Does a STEM4Real Partnership Look Like? Teaching STEM #4Real Podcast – Listen Now | STEM4Real Webinar: Creating An Anti-Racist STEM Classroom | STEM4Real STEM Lesson Planning Tools Better Leaders Better Schools Resource Hub Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS:   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2024 Twelve Practices LLC            

    Jason Ablin, the author of The Gender Equation in Schools: How To Create Equity and Fairness For All Students, consults with schools across the country regarding gender and creating positive school cultures. At American Jewish University’s Graduate School for Education, he trains teachers to create gender aware classrooms and is also the founder/director of AJU’s Mentor Teacher Certification Program.     Show Highlights   Be able to receive feedback from a “cringe worthy moment.” Practical tools to frame and drive transformation based on issues of gender in schools. The Gender Equation is a vehicle for helping students experience success. Validate your teachers with questions instead of framing conversation through a specific lens. Lead from the middle and avoid aspirational leadership that alienates people who are trying to work together.   Meet the goal of liberating students. Order, conformity, and obedience are the enemy of authentic education, and schools that are way too quiet.   “You should feel like if we're really talking about making school like the real world, the school should be a place where we're literally teaching students how to enact their freedoms and speak up against systems which are not working well, whether it's at work or whether it's in your community or whether it's in your religious establishment, whatever it is. But you see yourself as a real change maker in the world because you see yourself as free. Everything in the school is surrounded by that principle and ideal.” -Jason Ablin    Get the episode transcript here!   Jason’s Resources & Contact Info: Book: The Gender Equation in Schools Website: Ablin Educational Services, LLC. Blog: Educating Gender Twitter Instagram Linkedin Facebook Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS:   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2024 Twelve Practices LLC            

      Show Highlights   After Action Review and the Ruckus Maker Eight Step Goal Setting Tool are two tools you need in your leadership toolbox.  Resources and game changing ideas to equip and empower you to have an incredible 2024. Create talent incubators to avoid the turnover in education.  Tap into your inner Ruckus Maker to confidently create the future of schools.   Get Danny’s last two books Build Leadership Momentum, The Remarkable Vision Formula and the Ruckus Maker Newsletter FREE!   “The future of school is a place where teachers and students and all adults and kids co-create wisdom. Currently, many schools are stuck in being told how to play the game. What are the rules, how do you win versus school of the future, or making a ruckus? In education, they're defining the rules, not being defined by them. They're designing the rules of the game and how to win. It's a much more proactive and empowering posture to hold. I believe everybody has a Ruckus Maker inside them.” -Daniel Bauer   Get the episode transcript here!!   Episode’s Resources & Contact Info: Ruckusmakerssubstack.com Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS:   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2024 Twelve Practices LLC      

    Dr. Rachel Roberts has served in various leadership roles in education for over 20 years as a teacher, instructional coach, assistant principal, principal, and principal supervisor. Rachel is passionate about women in leadership and believes that relational leadership is key to high-performing schools. Rachel lives with her wife Jules, and a menagerie of pets and enjoys biking, reading, and fishing.     Show Highlights    Bucking the status quo yields the greatest results when dropping the archetype of a “leader.” The importance of informal check-ins with team members. Challenges faced by highly qualified female leaders that can cause them to drift from their authentic selves and the strategies for combating this.  Adopt relational leadership to foster authentic connections that allow you to know the humanity of your team.  Rachel shares other models of leadership to consider for transformational leadership to challenge the impact of current systems. Empower everyone to be a learner by emphasizing the importance of questioning. Intentionality and the power of having protocols.  “And the success that I had over the years has really been closely related to my ability to let down my guard, to bring my authentic self to space, and to allow others to do the same. In any thorny challenge I have ever had, leading schools or working with principals, I bring that problem right back to the team because it's our problem that we own together.  I think that's made me pretty successful, I should really say the teams are very successful.” -Rachel Roberts “Never stop learning and to find those stories that align to your authentic selves, and to also recognize that every one of your staff members needs to be able to bring their true, authentic self. And they can only do that if you do that. It takes that intentionality. It takes a lot of thinking on your part around who I am and how I can intentionally connect with everyone to make a school, to make a community, a place where they can do that themselves.” -Rachel Roberts   Get the episode transcript here!   Rachel’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin Antioch University   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS:   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC      

    Michael (Mike) Nelson began his career as an elementary school teacher before becoming an elementary school principal. As a district leader, he led learning initiatives in two Washington state school districts. As the superintendent for Washington’s (EEE)Enumclaw school district, he led several initiatives to improve cultural support and academic outcomes for Native students. In 2019, the Washington Association of School Administrators named him the Washington State Superintendent of the Year.   Peter DeWitt (Ed.D) is the founder and CEO of the Instructional Leadership Collective. He was a K-5 teacher for 11 years and a principal for 8 years. For the last 10 years, he has been facilitating professional learning nationally, and internationally, based on the content of many of his best-selling educational books.      Show Highlights   The importance of having an inner fire to do great things for others.  Strategies for lowering suspension rates and conducting classroom walkthroughs. The 6 parts of the Instructional Leadership Reflective document. free reflection document during the show The value of listening and understanding from the student perspective Examples of Success Criteria, implementation and reflecting on student engagement. How to get school boards to engage in the conversation about the need for coaching at all levels of leadership.  Redefining collaborative communities and collective.  “One of the things that I have learned is you always care about the people in the room, whether you're a teacher or a principal or you're facilitating workshops. One of the things that I've learned over the past three years of working with Mike is I'm much more intentional in what I do with that carrying.” -Peter DeWitt  “Instructional Leadership Academy, where people are coming together to talk collectively, the word collective means something different to us. Danny and I think that's the key is it's this integrated approach. And if I could describe it, not only are we talking about work, but I'm making you better, and you're making me better with each and every conversation that we have together. And we're building this network with each other and support.” -Mike Nelson Mike and Peter’s Resources & Contact Info: Instructional Leadership Collective Linkedin-Peter-DeWitt Linkedin-Michael-Nelson Twitter-Michael Nelson Instagram Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS:   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC      

    Heidi DeCoux is a serial entrepreneur who’s built four businesses with 50%+ profit margins, sold 3 of them, including a 7-figure exit, and has appeared in magazines and websites like Forbes.  She’s become known as “The Optimizer” because she’s passionate about helping entrepreneurs optimize their businesses and life. She’s now gearing up to launch her newest company, Alchemized Teams, designed to help small businesses build winning teams.     Show Highlights   Unleash the “genius” of every child with learning guides instead of teachers. Revolutionize K12 education across the planet with micro schools or pod schools that offer customized learning experiences for every student. Motivate students to learn how to innovate themselves regularly. Wipe the slate clean of traditional factory system education and redesign the school experience for today's world, emphasizing innovation, entrepreneurship for a rapidly changing future. Create a customized learning experience without grouping students by grades or ages.  Incorporate a 3 part phase program for deep financial literacy and life skills into student programming. Help students navigate both their personal and work lives in an ever-changing world. “We need to create something new for today and how the world is quickly changing.  I'm coming in saying, ‘No, wait, classrooms don't exist. Chalkboards don't exist, desks don't exist.’ When you've been in education for a long time, it's hard to break that mindset. And so they tend to just default to innovating the existing instead of wiping the slate clean and saying, ‘If we were creating school for the first time today and you had never seen a classroom, you had never seen anything that existed today, how would you do it? What would you create that meets students with today's world?’ And that's designed to innovate itself.” -Heidi DeCoux    “I would say the one thing that we know for certain throughout history is that the only real progress has come from the Ruckus Makers. So if not you, who, and if not now, then when.” -Heidi DeCoux    Get the episode transcript here! Heidi’s Resources & Contact Info: Website: Alchemized Teams Illuminated Life School Linkedin Twitter Instagram Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS:   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

    Lynn Hardin is a retired elementary school principal and certified life coach with over 20 years of experience working with school leaders at all levels. She is passionate about staying current with the latest research and trends in education leadership. But most importantly, she is committed to helping her clients achieve greater success, both personally, and professionally and become the leader everybody loves.   Show Highlights    Let your DNA and “universe” help guide your career. The golden thread behind creating a high performing and/or award winning school. 3 things to look for to spot and support good teaching in your building. Create strategic leadership that attracts good teachers and repel those that are not a fit.   “The Model” you need for coaching “Brain 101” to to process the emotional side of leadership and teaching.  School leaders should NOT want to get rid of stress entirely. Get a free tool that will shift you into action to free up time for rest with The Principal Planner.   “Good teachers, good teaching, that's all I needed. I didn't need programs. I didn't need more technology. I didn't need more textbooks. My philosophy was always to give me good teachers, and that's where I put my blood, sweat, and tears. It was good teaching. That was the golden thread that ran through all of 'em. And the last one was one of America's best urban schools. And they kind of picked us because of our STEM lab and all that was going on in there. But without good teaching, having all of this technology means nothing.” -Lynn Hardin   Get the episode transcript here!!   Lynn’s Resources & Contact Info: Lynn Hardin | Certified Life Coach for Principals Free Planner for Principals Podcast Linkedin Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS:   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

The School Leadership Series promises to provide motivation on your way into school every Monday-Friday in five minutes or less. Co-hosted by Karine Veldhoen (founder of Learn Forward) and Danny Bauer (founder of Better Leaders Better Schools) we'll offer you a challenging idea and a clear action step each day. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE. Learn more at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com and https://learnforward.ca. Buy Daniel's latest book published by Corwin and AASA: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/go READY TO LEVEL UP? Apply to the mastermind -- a leadership community changing the landscape of professional development for school admin. https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/mastermind-application/ Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC

The School Leadership Series promises to provide motivation on your way into school every Monday-Friday in five minutes or less. Co-hosted by Karine Veldhoen (founder of Learn Forward) and Danny Bauer (founder of Better Leaders Better Schools) we'll offer you a challenging idea and a clear action step each day. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE. Learn more at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com and https://learnforward.ca. Buy Daniel's latest book published by Corwin and AASA: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/go READY TO LEVEL UP? Apply to the mastermind -- a leadership community changing the landscape of professional development for school admin. https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/mastermind-application/ Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC

The School Leadership Series promises to provide motivation on your way into school every Monday-Friday in five minutes or less. Co-hosted by Karine Veldhoen (founder of Learn Forward) and Danny Bauer (founder of Better Leaders Better Schools) we'll offer you a challenging idea and a clear action step each day. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE. Learn more at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com and https://learnforward.ca. Buy Daniel's latest book published by Corwin and AASA: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/go READY TO LEVEL UP? Apply to the mastermind -- a leadership community changing the landscape of professional development for school admin. https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/mastermind-application/ Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC

    Lisa is a high school writing teacher & PK-12 principal of a rural South Dakota school district. She leads a 2020 ESEA Distinguished Elementary School and a 2021 National Blue Ribbon Elementary School. She is a co-developer and facilitator of the South Dakota Department of Education’s “Good to Great” Teacher Mentoring Program and a public speaker at a variety of state and national education events.   Show Highlights   Leverage student input to build connections and solutions to benefit the whole school. Looking through the eyes of who you’re talking to allow you control in any situation Giving is the best approach to getting things that you want. Communicate in ways that “softening the edges.”  Tips to “beat the message home” to increase family engagement and buy-in from those that have an aversion or are disconnected. Invite challenge and criticism with families to dig in and navigate a path together.  Understanding the pitfalls of  Happiness, Toxic Positivity, and Perfectionism. Choose a relationship-based emotional profession to share the load. “I have to control my emotions. I really get to decide how I interpret something that happens to me. I really believe events don't have meaning. No event has meaning. We decide what it means. We put the judgment on there.” -Lisa Parry  Lisa’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin Twitter Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS: TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

The School Leadership Series promises to provide motivation on your way into school every Monday-Friday in five minutes or less. Co-hosted by Karine Veldhoen (founder of Learn Forward) and Danny Bauer (founder of Better Leaders Better Schools) we'll offer you a challenging idea and a clear action step each day. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE. Learn more at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com and https://learnforward.ca. Buy Daniel's latest book published by Corwin and AASA: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/go READY TO LEVEL UP? Apply to the mastermind -- a leadership community changing the landscape of professional development for school admin. https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/mastermind-application/ Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC

The School Leadership Series promises to provide motivation on your way into school every Monday-Friday in five minutes or less. Co-hosted by Karine Veldhoen (founder of Learn Forward) and Danny Bauer (founder of Better Leaders Better Schools) we'll offer you a challenging idea and a clear action step each day. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE. Learn more at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com and https://learnforward.ca. Buy Daniel's latest book published by Corwin and AASA: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/go READY TO LEVEL UP? Apply to the mastermind -- a leadership community changing the landscape of professional development for school admin. https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/mastermind-application/ Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC

    Carlon is the Chief Impact Officer and Co-Founder of Equity Institute. In his role, he oversees organizational strategy, internal operations, and implementation of Equity Institute’s educator pathway program. Carlon is an avid reader and lifelong learner who spends much of his time exploring topics related to social science, history, and leadership.   Show Highlights   Storytelling builds a collective support community that creates connections to each other.  Unlocking student engagement can be found in a ripped up piece of paper. Leaders need to embrace fractal thinking to make lasting change.   “Impacted Leadership” puts people that are mostly impacted directly in positions of power to enact the change that we all need. Organizational strategy, internal operations, and implementation of equity institute's educator pathway program Provide opportunities for your staff to gravitate towards shared and learning experience.  “This thing that we call education is much bigger than just trying to perfect the craft of teaching content. It is also about cultivating people into the best that they can be. It's about helping them maximize their potential. And that's really where the beauty and the magic exist.” -Carlon Howard   “The power and change isn't trying to figure out the perfect way to reach the most number of people. It's really about how do you have these small interactions that can then add up over time that then equate to this large scale change.” -Carlon Howard   Get the episode transcript here!   Carlon’s Resources & Contact Info: Equity Institute Twitter  Facebook Instagram Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS: TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

  Dr. Danya Tiara Woods is a self-motivated enthusiast who seeks opportunities to enhance the lives of today’s youth through education, mentorship and cultural exposures. Currently serving as an Assistant Principal of the Dr. Joseph E. Johnson Elementary School in Red Clay Consolidated School District her education philosophy centers on the idea that students learn best when their basic needs and interests are met. A native of Wilmington, Delaware, Dr. Woods obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education from Clark Atlanta University (2011), and both her Master of Education in School Leadership and  Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership from Wilmington University (2016/2020).  When she is not dedicating her services to the advancement of her students within schools, Woods devotes her time to uplifting her community serving on city, county and state committees and initiatives.    Show Highlights   Make your school a hub for the community with these innovative tips to create partnerships.  Ways to connect families with resources specific to their needs.  Building connections within the school by having colleague conversations. The potential unintended consequences of not communicating effectively within the school community. Fosters a sense of unity by involving staff in decision-making processes and addressing issues proactively. Create an academic atmosphere where students feel the same excitement and sense of belonging in their school.  Provide opportunities to enhance the lives of today's youth through education, mentorship, and cultural exposures. “In the work of education, we can't do it alone. We don't have all the ideas, but the people that are around us, the people that are across the street in those businesses or that may be in the classroom, setting up that they have answers to the problems that we had, and getting them at a table, getting them on a Zoom that we can actually support and serve our students in the best way possible with just knowing that you aren't in it alone. And to utilize the resources and the people that are surrounding you.” -Dr Danya Woods   Get the episode transcript here!   Dr Danya’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin Twitter Instagram Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

  Jon Campopiano is in his fifth year as the Executive Director of Secondary Education for the San Ramon Valley Unified School District. In his duties as Executive Director, Jon supervises all SRVUSD Middle and High Schools, leads the district Local Control Accountability Plan and strives to institutionalize equity for all students, staff and community members. Prior to his district leadership, Jon was the Principal of Stone Valley Middle School.   Show Highlights   Coach your school leaders like you would coach your baseball team. Leadership practice tips that are guaranteed to inspire, empower and motivate. Create alignment to internal vision and values. You lose collaboration when you get lost in compliance and the emergencies of the day. Be a “people leader” to ensure every student has a support system. Put on your “Oxygen mask” to be able to do what matters most.  Understand the biggest change with our leaders. Don’t rubber stamp learning opportunities for your staff and students. “We become addicted to compliance, it's this cover. It's a political thing or it's whatever you want to say. I see it time and time again, but the best leaders cannot thrive because they have compliance in the way. My job is trying to figure out how to remove some of those compliance blocks, to go in and change lives.” -Jon Compopiano Get the episode transcript here!!   Jon’s Resources & Contact Info:  LinkedIn Twitter  Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS: TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC    

  Adam H. Frank, PhD, principal at Palmer Ridge High School in Monument, Colorado, provides consulting, speaking, and professional development services specializing in school discipline, legal practices, student-centered engagement, leadership development, and change theory.   Show Highlights Reading the signs when your staff goes “BIG.”  Discipline done well is a loving process with these practical strategies.   Leaders need to get comfortable "embracing the messy" for productivity. Edgy topics around the concept of discipline. Forming groups vs committees. Systems thinking structures around challenging ideas and criticism to  make the ideas better. Establish routines instead of rules within a real world liability and expectations for parents and students. “Restorative practices, restorative justice, it seems to never talk about how to do the discipline when discipline must be involved. And so if you can avoid discipline by good routines, good relationships, that's the ideal. But when a bad choice has been made, how do you interact with that kid? What do you do? Restorative justice talks about circles and restoring the relationship after the bad decision has been made, but in a real world with real liability and real societal issues and expectations.” -Dr Adam Frank   Get the episode transcript here!! Dr Adam’s Resources & Contact Info: Email  twelve@gmail.com Twitter (@DrAdamFrank)  ​​Twitter(@EdExpression) LinkedIn: Adam Frank, PhD Website: Adam H. Frank, PhD Purchase a Copy of his latest book: Non-Punitive School Discipline  Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC          

    Namita Prasad is a Confidence Educator and the author of The Power of Why Not. Her revolutionary approach to confidence development redefines confidence as a mindset. She believes anyone can become confident and developed the framework of A Confident Mindset ™ school program for K-8 students to create a schoolwide culture of confidence encouraging children to say why to opportunities.   Show Highlights The Power of Why Not. Know the difference between WHY vs WHY NOT thinking. You don’t have to be something in the moment. Embrace the mindset of “grow and glow.” Be “A confidence educator” to motivate a growth mindset. Courage without character is directionalist. Infuse your school with a culture of confidence. A 6 step ready made framework to create a school-wide culture of confidence. Tips to learn to have courage and face your fears. Commitment is regular practice vs better practice. “I realized that confidence was a form of education. It was not an extracurricular activity. It was not a conference building workshop. It wasn't a program to do in the summer. It was truly an act. It was a part of education. And I realized that every student that understood how to become confident and was educated on how to become confident, had better outcomes in school.” -Namita Prasad   Get the episode transcript here!! Namita’s Resources & Contact Info: Namita Prasad Linkedin Facebook Pinterest The Power of Why Not   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC          

    Nathaniel Provencio is a career educator who has worked in public education for over 20+ years. Nathaniel has served as a teacher, school principal, and associate superintendent. Nathaniel is an award-winning leader, author, and speaker on regional, state, and national levels, and currently serves as a national school leadership consultant focusing on school improvement, team development, and community engagement.    Show Highlights Genuine ways to truly advocate for students and families. Leverage your school’s relationships with families to create greater academic success. The 4 As every school needs to focus on. Branding your schools will give you a 5 star rating. Give your learning communities the “customer experience” they deserve Stop purchasing the silver bullets in education. Build instructional and cultural frameworks to avoid the challenges facing school systems. Don’t have an “open doors” policy but have a “doors open” policy. “ At the end of the day, leadership is service and customer service. How we treat those that engage with our product, the experience of school. And that means our staff. That means our student, that means our parents. Will they give you a five out of five star type of experience if they reviewed you. It's a good question to ask.” -Nathaniel Provencio   Get the episode transcript here! Nathaniel’s Resources & Contact Info: Website: ProvenPrincipal LLC Twitter  Community Connections and Your PLC at Work®   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC          

    Jacqueline M. Baker is a speaker, author, leadership consultant and advisor known for her unique approach to modern etiquette and leadership. As the author of The Unexpected Leader: Discovering the Leader Within You and Leader by Mistake: Becoming A Leader One Mistake At A Time, she frequently speaks and writes on the leadership-for-all concept. Her inspiration and expertise comes from more than a decade as the founder and principal consultant for Scarlet, a consultancy that provides leadership training to Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, community organizations and individuals across the globe. She also leverages her experience serving in a number of corporate board and community service roles.    An avid dinner-party hostess, Jacqueline creates space and opportunities to gather groups for compelling conversation, delicious cuisine and untraditional ways for continued leadership development. She is also the host of the podcast, Just Start™: From Ideas To Action.     Show Highlights Reading “mildew letters” to remind you of your greatness. Remember you default to cut the response time when your negative inner critic joins the discussion. Understanding what are the rubber balls and not the glass balls you can divvy out to help others grow on their journey.  Giving yourself permission to see yourself as a leader, is the first step you need. Stop leaving your leadership qualities and the front door. The unexpected leader  will help you level up your “leadership wheel.” Filter your “life thesis document” to prioritize your ideas. “Scarlet, which is now a leadership consultancy. But Scarlet First started out as an etiquette company, specifically targeting teen girls. We've grown to be a leadership consultancy over time. But there are two lessons that I wanna pull out of that question. And one is, it's amazing when you give yourself permission to start things, start a business or start your learning journey, the lessons that you get from it that you never anticipated.” -Jacqueline Baker   Get the episode transcript here!! Jacqueline’s Resources & Contact Info: Website: Jacqueline M. Baker Facebook Twitter @magicaljax Instagram The Unexpected Leader   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC          

  Dr. Lisa Stanley is the Superintendent of North Texas Collegiate Academy, a public charter school district in Denton County, Texas.  Dr. Stanley received her Certificate in School Management and Leadership from Harvard Graduate School of Education, was among the first 100 superintendents in the US to earn National Superintendent Certification and is a member of Southern Methodist University’s District Leadership Fellows 2021-2022 cohort.  Her focus on improving teacher retention in high-poverty schools has created a sustainable teacher pipeline with 93% of staff returning every year and 45% staying with the district for at least five years.   Show Highlights   Creating a space of “Listen first and talk last” with your teachers as a powerful idea.I love your motto – “Over Serve the underserved” – what does that look like in the day to day? Grow teacher retention from 65% to 97% with “stay interview” and “goal getters” to address pain points. Teachers should never be secondary. Shift your focus and Invest in the heartbeat of your schools. Tips to make sure your staff’s fingerprints are on every decision you make.  You cannot buy culture by putting donuts in the break room or letting teachers wear jeans.  A transformational recognize and reward idea that serves the moment.  Spend the finances in empowering and building the capacity of the staff you already know believe the vision of your school.   “You cannot over-serve a child. This child is a member of a bigger household and if we don't address the barriers the whole household is facing, we're not gonna get full achievement from the student. We feel very much like it is our duty and our responsibility to connect our families with as many resources as we can. If the parent needs access to ESL classes or GED support or job skills or helping them write their resumes or help borrow tax ins or anything like that, we offer all of that for free for our families. Number one, because they deserve it. They're all valuable human beings who are unique and fearful and wonderfully made. They deserve the help. A school cannot just serve the kids that sit at its desk.”  -Dr Lisa Stanley Get the episode transcript here! Dr Lisa Stanley’s Resources & Contact Info: Lisa Stanley | LinkedIn Twitter      Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

    Dr. Amy Platt is delighted to be the Head of School at the Paul Penna Downtown Jewish Day School. Amy is passionate about excellent instruction and working with teachers to be the talented professionals they are destined to be. Amy holds a PhD and an MA from the University of Toronto. When Amy is not at work she can be found on long-distance bike rides, pondering the larger issues facing education.     Show Highlights innovative ideas to do with your leadership team in designing the future of your school.  Micro leadership tiered systems grow leaders to operate as a whole system.  Determining what is most valuable within the school day.  Avoid personal time that gets invaded to do this minutia of school. RACI model of decision making provides clear and informed responsibility. Solving a thorny problem with an experimental mindset is more manageable than solving a problem with a permanent mindset.   Dr Amy shares how the Principal Success Path was transformative for her organization, period.  “‘Many leaders are scared about developing people and then having them leave, they should be more worried about not developing people and having them stay.’  I originally became obsessed with this idea of developing people in leadership capacities in particular, and what that meant with respect to distributive leadership. I've tried all sorts of things over time. When I came into this role as head of school, it was me and then lots and lots of people under me. And I've thought really hard about how we created a tiered system.” -Dr. Amy Platt “I'm just trying to take great ideas and stretch them as best I can to make the greatest impact on student learning and faculty culture. And maybe actually that's what being a Ruckus Maker is. I don't know. So I think what I'm doing and thinking about things sort of innovatively and differently is really just continuing to refine the ideas of distributive leadership that were presented to me over a decade ago when I first took my principal's qualification courses in Ontario.” -Dr. Amy Platt Dr Amy Platt’s Resources & Contact Info: Podcast by Prizmah Center for Jewish Day Schools Middle-School - Paul Penna Instagram  Facebook Twitter     Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

    Bonnie Low-Kramen is a highly sought-after TEDx speaker, teacher, and founder and CEO of “Be the Ultimate Assistant,” a curated training solution for corporate leaders and assistants creating synchronous and thriving work environments. She is also the author of the forthcoming book, Staff Matters (out in 2023).     Show Highlights   “We Wait too Long to Train Our Leaders” and develop the essential soft skills needed for a strong leadership foundation.  One of the biggest opportunities is to create “listening tours.” Explore the SMES or Zone of Genius with the backbone of your organization for a partnership with your assistants.  The four things every staff member wants. Resources to discover expertise lurking in your building. Tips for schools create safer environments and lessen sexual harassment and workplace bulling. The most powerful message to send your staff is giving them a  financial investment  for their professional development.    “It doesn't seem logical to me that in 2023 we're leaving it to luck, and that's not good enough. I see that staff are suffering because of that lack of education. And let us really put the spotlight on this subject because it's no longer possible to begin your job either as a school principal or leading a company, large or small, and not receive any supplemental training on how to do it well. Which leads to retaining people or chasing them away.” -Bonnie Low-Kramen    Get the episode transcript here! Bonnie’s Resources & Contact Info: Website: Bonnie Low-Kramen Linkedin Twitter  Facebook ​​Staff Matters   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today! How We Serve Leaders   The School Leadership Scorecard™ Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

  Dr. Chris Jones has been an educator in Massachusetts for 22 years. His experience in the classroom ranged from 8th - 11th grade working in an urban setting. A portion of this was spent opening a high school division for an expanding charter school. He has just finished his 14th year as a building administrator. Currently the Principal of Whitman-Hanson Regional High School in Whitman, Massachusetts, Chris is also the President-Elect of the Massachusetts State Administrators Association (MSAA).  He is the author of SEEing to Lead, a book that provides strategies for how modern leaders can and must support, engage, and empower their teachers to elevate student success. Chris vlogs weekly and is also the host of the podcast SEEing to Lead as a way to amplify teachers’, students’, and leaders’ voices in an effort to improve education as a whole. His Just cause is to continuously improve the educational experience for all those involved by being purposeful, acting with integrity, and building character. Chris is passionate about continuous improvement and the idea that success is not a destination, but a process. Chris is a teacher centered principal and his beliefs around the importance of a positive work environment, continuous growth, and a healthy family work-life integration can be seen in the presentations and workshops he has given for the Massachusetts School Administrators Association (MSAA), Massachusetts Computer Using Educators (MassCUE), Massachusetts Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development (MASCD), the Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD), the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP); and his participation in the Better Leaders Better Schools Mastermind group. A finalist for the Massachusetts School Administrators Association’s Principal of the Year award and named the 2022 Massachusetts School Counselors Associaltion’s (MASCA) Administrator of the Year, Chris is described by his past Superintendent as being “...wholly invested in the success of the school…a creative problem-solver who is able to deliberate yet be decisive, be creative yet accountable…calm and clear-headed even under the most trying of times…has built a strong collaborative and collegial school culture…he is a positive influence on teachers, teaching, and learning.” Chris’ education includes a BA from Bridgewater State University, an MA from Salem State University, and a Doctorate from Northeastern University. He currently resides in Southeastern Massachusetts with his wife, Mary (Bella) and two boys, Tommy and Scotty.     Show Highlights   Leadership PD that doesn’t just check the boxes. Get specific tools to create your vision. Discover the leadership map you create yourself. Be in a space with other innovative leaders invested in getting better every day. Take responsibility for your role in the current situation that you exist in. Tips to keep an open mind to constructive criticism when giving and getting straight forward feedback. Accountability partners are the keys to keep you firing on all cylinders. Sit on the Hot Seat to discard or dig in on ideas you want to implement in your school. “The Mastermind certainly helps leaders become more proactive and get out of a reactive state.  You just ask, ‘Hey, do you have an answer for this? Well, actually I do’, and I have five more answers and I can anticipate five more questions, critiques and challenges.” -Dr Chris Jones    Get the episode transcript here! Dr Chris’ Resources & Contact Info: Podcast: SEEing to Lead Book: SEEing to Lead Twitter: @DrCSJones SEEing to Lead Newsletter Linkedin   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today! How We Serve Leaders The School Leadership Scorecard™   Identify your highest leverage areas for growth this year in 10 -minutes or less.    https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/scorecard   Month-to-Month Principal Checklist As a principal with so much to do, you might be thinking, where do I even start?   When you download The Principal Checklist you’ll get 12-months of general tasks that every campus need to do Space to write your campus specific items. Space to reflect and not what worked as well as a space of what didn’t work Go to https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/principal-checklist to download now.   Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™ The “secret” to peak performance is ot complicated.  It’s a plan on how to optimize the five fundamentals found in The Ruckus Maker Mindset Tool™. https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mindset   The Positive Spotlight Tool™ Energy flows to where attention goes! If you want to get more of what you want, when you want it as a school leader I have a tool for you…   Download The Positive Spotlight Tool™ for free here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/positive   The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™ Are you ready to accomplish more? With less effort and in less time? When you download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  I’ll send you the tool and a short 8-minute coaching video that shows you how to work smarter, not harder…and create more value for your school campus.   Download The Ruckus Maker 8-Step Goal Setting Tool™  for free at https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/goals SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.  Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

Irreplaceable Leadership Dr. Chris Jones has been an educator in Massachusetts for 22 years. His experience in the classroom ranged from 8th - 11th grade working in an urban setting. A portion of this was spent opening a high school division for an expanding charter school. He has just finished his 14th year as a building administrator. Currently the Principal of Whitman-Hanson Regional High School in Whitman, Massachusetts, Chris is also the President-Elect of the Massachusetts State Administrators Association (MSAA).  He is the author of SEEing to Lead, a book that provides strategies for how modern leaders can and must support, engage, and empower their teachers to elevate student success. Chris vlogs weekly and is also the host of the podcast SEEing to Lead as a way to amplify teachers’, students’, and leaders’ voices in an effort to improve education as a whole. His Just cause is to continuously improve the educational experience for all those involved by being purposeful, acting with integrity, and building character. Chris is passionate about continuous improvement and the idea that success is not a destination, but a process. Chris is a teacher centered principal and his beliefs around the importance of a positive work environment, continuous growth, and a healthy family work-life integration can be seen in the presentations and workshops he has given for the Massachusetts School Administrators Association (MSAA), Massachusetts Computer Using Educators (MassCUE), Massachusetts Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development (MASCD), the Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD), the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP); and his participation in the Better Leaders Better Schools Mastermind group. A finalist for the Massachusetts School Administrators Association’s Principal of the Year award and named the 2022 Massachusetts School Counselors Associaltion’s (MASCA) Administrator of the Year, Chris is described by his past Superintendent as being “...wholly invested in the success of the school…a creative problem-solver who is able to deliberate yet be decisive, be creative yet accountable…calm and clear-headed even under the most trying of times…has built a strong collaborative and collegial school culture…he is a positive influence on teachers, teaching, and learning.” Chris’ education includes a BA from Bridgewater State University, an MA from Salem State University, and a Doctorate from Northeastern University. He currently resides in Southeastern Massachusetts with his wife, Mary (Bella) and two boys, Tommy and Scotty.     Show Highlights   Take a tiny step and turn it into a big change. No more finals!! Success minimized critics. Take inventory and turn your enemies or critics to cheerleaders. Stop running your schools like politicians and focus on what’s most important. Innovation Career Pathways Curriculum knocks down roadblocks in learning. If your school needs bumpers and floaties you’re not bringing out the best in your community.  Stop making your staff dizzy and create a beautiful trail of improvement. Pull off the band-aids and stop educating children for the fake world. The most frustrating part of public education is people stop you from fear and being uncomfortable.  “In public education, this is one of the most frustrating parts. People stop you from fear and being uncomfortable. And I'm not gonna sit here and talk about the idea of people being uncomfortable with any kind of change, because everybody knows that. But it comes down to people wanting to know where they fit into that change.  They can become much more comfortable when they realize that it's not disrupting them so much that they're gonna have to just adjust slightly. And it's a smaller ask. And before they know it, they're pulled into it.” -Dr Chris Jones  Get the episode transcript here! Dr Chris’ Resources & Contact Info: Podcast: SEEing to Lead Book: SEEing to Lead Twitter: @DrCSJones SEEing to Lead Newsletter Linkedin     Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC      

    Amanda Conley is currently the Principal at Middletown High School, in Middletown, DE.  She is a former Social Studies teacher, with experience in teaching at alternative and turnaround schools.  Currently, she is focused on leading an innovative, community-connected school and she is passionate about creating opportunities for all students and challenging our traditional grading systems.   Show Highlights   Innovative feedback to invest in your teachers and principles of instruction. “Stealing little moments” with great focus will change your leadership. Opportunities and lessons outside of education that have a big impact on your why. Build confidence with a “cycle of growth”  for your students, teachers, and administrators. Cultivate leaders in your building with tips for effective team leadership. The course catalog you need to implement leadership projects for all your students. Intentional resources to address teacher burnout and adult SEL in your building.   “I think about stealing little moments, whether it's a moment with my family, a fun little interaction to energize me for the morning, for my long day ahead, or at Walgreens listening to a Danny Bauer podcast while I get some antibiotics for a crying three year old. If it's a priority to develop yourself professionally, you're gonna find the time without sacrificing important stuff like your family.” -Amanda Conley   Get the episode transcript here!! Amanda’s Resources & Contact Info: Website Twitter Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC      

Leading as a Fearless Disrupter    Dr. Towanna Burrous, President CoachDiversity Institute, is a best-selling author, trainer, and certified professional coach based in Washington, DC. As a much sought-after executive coach, Towanna and the Coach Diversity team deliver training, curriculum, and customized diversity and leadership programs for corporate and individual clients.    Coach Diversity Institute Ranked No. 524 on the 2021 Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. Towanna is a trusted partner and problem solver for many clients tackling morale, employee retention, employee engagement, employee performance, and development. She has a Doctor of Education from the University of Pennsylvania, a Master of Science in Education from the University of Pennsylvania, and a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Howard University.   Show Highlights   Recognize the influence of positive and negative disruptors in your schools to leverage their talents.  “Playing small” and  the fear of success. A personalized resource to support leaders making cultural shifts. Two “misses” people often make in coaching. Leaders load balance to tie the vision and purpose together. Live below the level to know and uncover unseen diversity that could exist within your organization. Flip punitive punishments into necessary relationship building moments. Common fears will push aside accountability.   “Even when you're scared, Ruckus Makers are disruptors. In the beginning it was a negative thing. I became a positive disruptor. I did it when I was scared. I did it when I was afraid. I did it no matter what, because I knew that it was my purpose. And your purpose is always gonna be wrapped up in some type of fear. And so I say just do it. Do it anyway. -Dr Towanna Burrous  Get the episode transcript here!!   Towanna’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin Instagram Coach Diversity Institute Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC      

    Martín Blank is a visionary educator, breathwork instructor, and educational consultant specializing in whole-school wellbeing and teacher and staff retention. He’s worked with over 15,000 students, and 14,000 educators over the last 10 years in hundreds of schools across districts nationally. He uses positive psychology, stress management, and resilience training to help leaders fight staff burnout and turnover and create systems that enable school and district thriving.    Show Highlights   Novice teachers outperform the “best” veteran teachers with the “best” students using these breathing techniques. The question to ask students to pull their power and peace of mind. The connection between emotions and breathing bleeds into a student's abilities and academics.  Tools to sit with frustration and be able to focus despite distraction to be a lot less reactive. 8 sessions of a “Resilience Journey for Leaders” to create retention positive school climates and wellbeing for everyone. Behavior is NOT where you should start in PD  Whole school wellbeing training we need in order to increase our power as individuals and avoid “above the neck bias.”  “One is this idea of drowning. Because that's what's happening. People are drowning. They're drowning in demands, and they don't have a life jacket. They don't have resources. Whether those resources are time, money or staff. Resources are limited, demands are high. That's a recipe for stress. If somebody's drowning, is that the moment to teach 'em how to swim? Is that the moment you say, ‘Hey, let me teach you Backstrokes, you'll be fine.’  No, man, they're drowning. They're in fight or flight. They're like, if you don't physically take them out of the water, then they might die. Trying to do self-care in an environment of toxicity, an environment of high levels of stress, high levels of demands, low levels of resources is akin to that. And it's a little bit tone deaf.” -Martin Blank  Get the episode transcript here!   Martin’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin Twitter School Wellbeing Solutions     Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.    The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.    With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC      

    Formerly a high school English teacher and a new teacher coach in Palo Alto Unified School District (Palo Alto, CA), Jennifer Abrams is currently a communications consultant and author who works with educators and others on new teacher and employee support, being generationally savvy, effective collaboration skills, having hard conversations and creating identity safe workplaces.    Jennifer’s publications include Having Hard Conversations, The Multigenerational Workplace: Communicate, Collaborate & Create Community, Hard Conversations Unpacked - the Whos, Whens and What Ifs, and Swimming in the Deep End: Four Foundational Skills for Leading Successful School Initiatives.  Her newest book is Stretching Your Learning Edges: Growing (Up) at Work.       Show Highlights 4) Let's dig into one of the facets you wrote about in this book that seems to be particularly important to develop during the time of quiet quitting and teacher recruitment and retention - building resiliency - tell me about what your take is on this important skill to buil Help leaders, adults and educators “grow up at work and play nice” to communicate effectively and support each other.  The professional credential we all need to start with and achieve. Five facets to stretch curriculum and your learning edges.  Suspend certainty and stop extinguishing better ideas being offered by your learning community. Tips to create a level of professionalism and “healthy hygiene” where everyone takes responsibility for their contributions. The umbrella book you need to have on your bookshelf.    “The concept of adult development is something we don't focus on in schools. We have child development, we have their curriculum. We know where you're supposed to move vertically over through the grades. And this concept of adults developing isn't a piece of what we think we should be doing because we're already cooked.” -Jennifer Abrams   Get the episode transcript here! Jennifer’s Resources & Contact Info: Website: Jennifer Abrams Twitter Linkedin Instagram Facebook Books:www.miravia.com/products/stretching-your-learning-edges-growing-up-at-work/ Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.  The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.  With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking.Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers.  Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC      

    Dr. Chad Dumas is a Solution Tree associate and international consultant, presenter and award-winning researcher whose primary focus is collaborating to develop capacity for continuous improvement. Having been a successful teacher, principal, central office administrator, professional developer and consultant in a variety of school districts, he brings his passion, expertise, and skills to his writing and speaking as he engages participants in meaningful and practical learning. In his Amazon best-selling books, Let’s Put the C in PLC and An Action Guide to Put the C in PLC, Chad offers readers and audiences educational research, engaging stories, hands-on tools, and useful knowledge and skills they can implement immediately.     Show Highlights   Get underneath the iceberg and draw out the greatness you see in others. Let’s Put the C in PLC – building that collaborative environment.  10 elements principals need to know to identify gaps in their schools. Interpersonal communication skills and questions stem to help you land your message as a leader. Multiply yourself through these strategic committees at “Collaborative Leadership Academy.” The 8th element to engaging all staff in decision making. Stop talking to a rock and see the red flag characteristics in broken relationship ships blocking your message. “The one thing is that you matter what you say and what you do impacts others. As you are impacting others, be sure to be drawing out from them their very best, even if they don't even know what they're best at.” -Chad Dumas   Get the episode transcript here!   Chad’s Resources & Contact Info: Website |Next Learning Solutions Twitter Facebook Linkedin Other Links | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TPMX39R ,https://www.solutiontree.com/chad-dumas.html   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.  The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.  With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking. Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC            

    Jason P. Dropik (Babaamii-Bines / Eagle Clan) is the School Administrator for the Indian Community School (ics-edu.org), in Franklin, WI, which serves Native students in the metro Milwaukee area. A member of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians (BadRiver-nsn.gov), Jason is committed to supporting students, families, staff, and the community both near and far. Having recently completed a two-year term as President of the National Indian Education Association (NIEA.org), he advocated for and spoke on the importance of tribal sovereignty, policy, appropriations, and student support across the country. As a Board Member of NIEA, Jason continues with that work, championing training and providing information for schools and community organizations, while creating visibility and understanding of Indigenous perspectives. He is involved in many organizations throughout the state, doing his best to ensure that Native voices are present in diverse groups. He has served as a Board Member for the Wisconsin Association of Environmental Education (WAEE.org), an Advisory Council Member for the Midwest Environmental Advocates (MidwestAdvocates.org), and many other community organizations. He is a graduate of the Urban Indian American Indian Teacher Training Program from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2004). He holds a Master's Degree in Administrative Leadership from Concordia University (2017), and recently completed his Superintendent's License from UW-Milwaukee (2023). His greatest passion is creating spaces for Native students to develop their identity, take pride in their language and culture, and to celebrate the rich legacy and the promising future of Indigenous communities. Jason, along with his wife and children, share a home in Franklin, WI.   Show Highlights Sustainable and reciprocal relationships that build authentic experiences for leaders. Be a catalyst for a different way of looking at education to support the various languages, cultures, and educational experiences for your community. The greatest investment in your professional life. Get your board of directors to budget you into the bottom line for PD. Finding common ground from different perspectives and experience to close gaps in education. The force multiplier of the Mastermind foundation. “​​I wanted to make sure that I was doing everything possible to be the best leader that I could. It wasn't so much that I did want to learn and grow. That's something I've always been interested in, but I really wanted to be the leader that my community deserved and I wasn't sure what that looked like..” -Jason Dropik   Get the episode transcript here! Jason’s Resources & Contact Info: https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/bipoc/ Twitter Linkedin Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX With TeachFX, teachers are creating classrooms that are alive with conversation. Our app gives teachers insights into high-leverage practices like: How much student talk happened? Which questions got students talking? It’s eye-opening for teachers, and scales the impact of coaches and principals. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC      

    Brantley Turner is the East Asia Education Director for Dwight Schools with campuses in New York, London, Seoul, Shanghai, Dubai, Online and is currently launching Dwight School Hanoi. Ten years ago Brantley co-founded the only Sino-US cooperative high school in China, Shanghai Qibao Dwight High School. Serving as the American Principal at Qibao Dwight until July 2022; Brantley continues to serve on the school governing board. She looks forward to sharing her non-traditional path to educational leadership and how making a ruckus is a part of her approach to all things school.     Show Highlights   Push yourself out of your comfort zone and out of the country to deal with leadership paradoxes. Saying YES to stuff will be the best  gift in your life. Tips to attract the smartest people by using an Assessment Center for interviews. Learn how rest can be a form of resistance. Belief in the power of disruption drives globalized education. A motto and strategy that keeps children in mind when creating teams of support for your learning community. Stop creating tribalism and avoid boxing your school in. “ I didn't say, ‘Let me change my value system,’ I said, ‘Let me try to walk in the shoes of that value system and see what I can get from it, or how I can counsel people to think or feel differently as opposed.’ And my motto for that is ‘I really try to focus on getting it right, not being right, getting it right can look really different.’”  - Brantley Turner  “If you don't feel like you're challenging this status quo in your current context, find a way to disrupt yourself, move your body, get out.” - Brantley Turner    Get thw episode transcript here!! Brantley’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX With TeachFX, teachers are creating classrooms that are alive with conversation. Our app gives teachers insights into high-leverage practices like: How much student talk happened? Which questions got students talking? It’s eye-opening for teachers, and scales the impact of coaches and principals. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC    

    Jessica Gamble graduated from Howard University, which is located in Washington DC. Mrs. Gamble is a huge supporter of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Mrs. Gamble is married with two children, Kevin and Kai. Mrs. Gamble’s favorite place to visit is Jamaica. She loves it so much that she has been there five times! Mrs. Gamble loves to get her nails done. She always uses unique colors and she NEVER matches her fingers and toes. When Mrs. Gamble was growing up her parents owned a balloon event decorating company so now she can make any space into a party place! When Mrs. Gamble lived in D.C. she worked for the Washington Wizards and the Mystics. She was the captain of the fan patrol for five seasons. She loved to get the crowd engaged in all sorts of outrageous ways!     Show Highlights   Leverage relationships with caring adults for your students. Tips to multiply your skills vs experience as a novice principal.  Be a principal that people remember forever.  Being the face of your building is essential. Masterminds help define who you are as a leader to build your leadership tool belt.  Fill the gaps from principal meetings from the district. Grow beyond your “managerial tasks” to lead your school in a better way.   “What you don't know about the Mastermind is what surprises you the most. You go in thinking I'm just gonna level up my leadership. But what you get out of it is so much more than that. It's friendship, it's comradery, it's togetherness, it's communication, it's tools, it's strategies, it's laughter, and it's hard conversations.”  -Jessica Gamble Get the episode transcript here!   Jessica’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX With TeachFX, teachers are creating classrooms that are alive with conversation. Our app gives teachers insights into high-leverage practices like: How much student talk happened? Which questions got students talking? It’s eye-opening for teachers, and scales the impact of coaches and principals. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC          

    Jessica Gamble graduated from Howard University, which is located in Washington DC. Mrs. Gamble is a huge supporter of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Mrs. Gamble is married with two children, Kevin and Kai. Mrs. Gamble’s favorite place to visit is Jamaica. She loves it so much that she has been there five times! Mrs. Gamble loves to get her nails done. She always uses unique colors and she NEVER matches her fingers and toes. When Mrs. Gamble was growing up her parents owned a balloon event decorating company so now she can make any space into a party place! When Mrs. Gamble lived in D.C. she worked for the Washington Wizards and the Mystics. She was the captain of the fan patrol for five seasons. She loved to get the crowd engaged in all sorts of outrageous ways!     Show Highlights   You're a character in your students and staff's stories. Hear tips on how and what to narrate. A Hard Conversation Series on the roles schools play in discussing inequities and bias. Navigate an uncomfortably hard conversation we all must have. A process and protocol for facilitating conversations surrounding the topics needed at your school.  Appreciate the diversity in your student body by inviting open communication and visibility.   Cause friction and the tips on how to deal with it. Interesting ways to increase family engagement so people feel welcomed and at home in your building.  “I would say bet on yourself. Don't be afraid to be bold and jump out there. You're sitting in that seat for a reason and so bet on yourself. You are the best person for the job for a reason.” -Jessica Gamble Jessica’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin True2U Mentoring Program | Cleveland Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Last year, teachers using TeachFX increased their student talk by an average of 40%. TeachFX uses AI to help teachers see the power of high-leverage teaching practices in their own classroom-level data. It’s like having a personal instructional coach...on your phone, tablet, or laptop. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/betterleaders.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC          

    Loren Brody is an elementary school principal in Northern Virginia. He is also a husband, father of two teenagers, amateur violinist, dedicated swimmer, new vegetarian cook and mindfulness devotee, and Washington Wizards and Nationals sports fan -- still holding onto his New York roots with allegiance to the New York Jets and Mets   Show Highlights   The mastermind experience model that's transforming professional development around the world for school leaders. Gain more confidence on how to be a school leader in the way you  want to be a school leader. Standard principal development is great at getting leaders to understand the “who” and “what” they want to accomplish. The Mastermind gives the “How” and steps to navigate all the challenges to accomplish your vision.  Create a culture unique to the talents you bring. The nuts and bolts embedded in the value of the Mastermind Inspirational conversations Collaboration with leaders around the world Learning, growing and having fun with the challenges of leadership. Tools to deal with difficult situations  How to handle the pressure of needing to produce results as a school leader. Steps to take school culture to the next level Feedback and ideas you can implement the next day. In the Mastermind, each principal's story is really important and how to apply that to the work.    “I thought it (the Mastermind) was really a different way to get a wider perspective from a wider area hitting principles from all over. Until the Mastermind, I had these really good opportunities for learning, and I definitely learned and grew. I didn't have the opportunity to benefit from a wider perspective on school leadership.” -LorenBrody Get the episode transcript here!! Loren’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX With TeachFX, teachers are creating classrooms that are alive with conversation. Our app gives teachers insights into high-leverage practices like: How much student talk happened? Which questions got students talking? It’s eye-opening for teachers, and scales the impact of coaches and principals. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

    Demetrius Ball is a dynamic leader focused on serving his family and community.  As a current high school principal Demetrius is committed to creating a climate and school culture that is welcoming and inclusive for all students and staff members and sees strong relationships as the key to helping students and staff thrive.    He has presented at local, regional and national conferences on topics such as technology integration, podcasting, the power of developing your professional/personal learning community, Restorative Justice, and Culturally Responsive Teaching.     Demetrius is a graduate of the United States Military, West Point, New York, where his leadership journey truly began.  After graduation he served 5-years as a field artillery officer in the Army completing two tours in the Middle East.  Demetrius lives in Northern California with his wife, Valu, his West Point classmate, and 4 children.     Show Highlights   Masterminds are crucial to your longevity and minimize turnover and burnout rates in education. Build collaboration for leaders like we do for teachers to gain a leadership edge. Safe environment to have challenging conversations to learn from the experience of peers who have been there.  Become a connected educator and get to Point B faster with confidence, and ready to use tools. Online platform formatted to build personal connections, interactions and outcomes without excuses with “thought partners.” The catalyst and most challenging part about being a participant. Demetrius shares why the Mastermind is “vital” for leaders. “Finding the support will be crucial to your longevity. No one wants to necessarily bounce around from school to school, community to community. Find that group that's gonna help sustain you. It's more than just the joy of your career. It's about maintaining your health.” -Demetrius Ball    Get the episode transcript here! Demetrius’ Resources & Contact Info: Twitter Linkedin Instagram Join A Mastermind   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX With TeachFX, teachers are creating classrooms that are alive with conversation. Our app gives teachers insights into high-leverage practices like: How much student talk happened? Which questions got students talking? It’s eye-opening for teachers, and scales the impact of coaches and principals. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC              

    Dr. David Franklin is an award winning school administrator, education professor, curriculum designer, author, and presenter. He earned a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from California State University, East Bay, a Master’s Degree in Education Technology from National University, and holds a B.A. in Music from the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Franklin is the founder of The Principal's Desk, an online community with a membership of over 215,000 educators from across the world.  He is also an Adjunct  Professor of Education for Colorado State University and a Marzano Research fellow trained in High Reliability Schools, Instructional Rounds, Collaborative Teams, and PLCs.   Dr. Franklin has presented at national and international education conferences and is a sought after presenter in the areas of academic intervention, school leadership, creating a shared vision, creating common assessments, and data analysis.     Show Highlights   Let Lenny Kravitz ruin your music career to courageously lead your school.  The importance of focusing on culture before you focus on academics. School leadership is a musician. Tips to create your soundtrack. Tips to understand the necessary process of being a new principal and creating a new foundation. The secret to pinpoint the root cause of school attendance to get a 98.5% attendance rate. “The Principal’s Desk” you need to spend time at.  Lead with your expertise to tap into your veteran teachers and light their spark again.   “The three guiding principles.I always get back to people, process, and product. It's the people. That's foundational. I think for any organization, especially schools. I want the right people and I don't want the same type of people. I want different types of people in there that all can work with kids in different ways, but I want people who have that practical life experience as well,who can also take the content.”  -Dr David   Get the episode transcript here! David’s Resources & Contact Info: Twitter Instagram The Principal's Desk Facebook Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Last year, teachers using TeachFX increased their student talk by an average of 40%. TeachFX uses AI to help teachers see the power of high-leverage teaching practices in their own classroom-level data. It’s like having a personal instructional coach...on your phone, tablet, or laptop. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/betterleaders.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

    Jason P. Dropik (Babaamii-Bines / Eagle Clan) is the School Administrator for the Indian Community School (ics-edu.org), in Franklin, WI, which serves Native students in the metro Milwaukee area. A member of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians (BadRiver-nsn.gov), Jason is committed to supporting students, families, staff, and the community both near and far. Having recently completed a two-year term as President of the National Indian Education Association (NIEA.org), he advocated for and spoke on the importance of tribal sovereignty, policy, appropriations, and student support across the country. As a Board Member of NIEA, Jason continues with that work, championing training and providing information for schools and community organizations, while creating visibility and understanding of Indigenous perspectives. He is involved in many organizations throughout the state, doing his best to ensure that Native voices are present in diverse groups. He has served as a Board Member for the Wisconsin Association of Environmental Education (WAEE.org), an Advisory Council Member for the Midwest Environmental Advocates (MidwestAdvocates.org), and many other community organizations. He is a graduate of the Urban Indian American Indian Teacher Training Program from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2004). He holds a Master's Degree in Administrative Leadership from Concordia University (2017), and recently completed his Superintendent's License from UW-Milwaukee (2023). His greatest passion is creating spaces for Native students to develop their identity, take pride in their language and culture, and to celebrate the rich legacy and the promising future of Indigenous communities. Jason, along with his wife and children, share a home in Franklin, WI.   Show Highlights Retain and attract more leaders of color by understanding the leadership lens they look through. Training and information for schools to create visibility and understanding of indigenous and other marginalized perspectives. Create spaces where people feel valued, loved and appreciated for all that they bring.  Avoid forcing your students or staff to blend in by eliminating the “other” option. Take a seat at the table and avoid “being on the menu” to broaden perspectives. Designate affinity spaces for representation reflective of the communities that you serve.  Eliminate barriers to ensure diverse safe places that navigate challenging situations with balance. Join the BIPOC Mastermind specific for leaders of color to expand the room with a trusted environment to overcome isolation. “​​When you think about that perspective of what Asian Americans are experiencing as well as our African American and Hispanic Latino communities are still under-represented. There's progress made in some areas, in some communities, but overall, as a system, we're failing. We're failing our kids and failing those communities that continue to have strong advocates that are supporting kids, but also don't have the shared experience that some people do that come from marginalized communities.” -Jason Dropik Jason’s Resources & Contact Info: https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/bipoc/ Twitter Linkedin Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX With TeachFX, teachers are creating classrooms that are alive with conversation. Our app gives teachers insights into high-leverage practices like: How much student talk happened? Which questions got students talking? It’s eye-opening for teachers, and scales the impact of coaches and principals. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC          

    Erika has been an educator for over 20 years, currently serving as the Assistant Superintendent in the Ashland School District. A special educator at heart, she is passionate about supporting all students through individual support to reach their limitless potential. She is excited about her new book, co-authored with Tiffany Burns, Connecting Through Conversation: A Playbook for Talking with Students.   Tiffany loves working with kids. In her two decades in education, she taught elementary, middle, and high school students, and worked as an instructional coach, curriculum writer, and university adjunct instructor in Oregon, Alaska, and Mexico. She loves her current role as an elementary school principal where she gets to lead, learn, and play with her favorite people–kids and their grown-ups.     Show Highlights Guide your children out of the tree with a heart centered approach to transform student impulsiveness post pandemic.   The micro-PD to create a systematic way to create a culture of connection. Dig into equity and trauma-based practices to close the gap in lack of resources.  Three components to stop talking about why relationships are important, and show what makes a strong connected relationship. Techniques to avoid power struggles and close the loop because emotions are contagious. The book every teacher needs to construct day-to-day interactions and conversations to build a culture of connection in our schools.  Tools needed in our schools that go against instinct.     “I would encourage all of the Ruckus Makers listening to really focus on how each interaction you have with a student or a fellow educator is serving to build a connected relationship we're learning. Know and give yourself grace. It's not always instinctive or easy. Oftentimes it is really hard. So, prepare, write it down, make a plan. We got into this because we love kids so use your conversations to make sure that they feel that every single day.” -Erika Bare   Get the episode transcript here!!   Show’s Resources & Contact Info: Connecting-Through-Conversation Connect with Erika, Website: connectingthroughconversation.com Email: info@connectingthroughconversatin.com Twitter Connect with Tiffany, Website: connectingthroughconversation.com Email: info@connectingthroughconversatin.com Twitter Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Last year, teachers using TeachFX increased their student talk by an average of 40%. TeachFX uses AI to help teachers see the power of high-leverage teaching practices in their own classroom-level data. It’s like having a personal instructional coach...on your phone, tablet, or laptop. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/betterleaders.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC  

    Dr. Christopher Thurber is an award-winning writer and thought leader who has dedicated his professional life to improving how adults care for kids and to enhancing the experience of adventurous young people who are spending time away from home. A graduate of Harvard and UCLA, Dr. Thurber has served as a psychologist and instructor at Phillips Exeter Academy since 1999.   Show Highlights   Avoid “woodshed moments” when trying to innovate in education. Get organizations and bureaucracies to be open to innovation versus being entrenched in the way things are done here. Pressure is instinctive. Know what kind of pressure is unhelpful and what kind of pressure inspires.  Raising your awareness for your parents will help your leadership. Tips on how to be mindful of the pressures we put on children and  where to apply pressure that motivates performance.  Evaluate if the work you create advances your students' thinking. The value in maneuvering through the appropriate channels to cast a bigger net of support.   “I realized that we as parents (and leaders) had been asking the wrong question. Our book is based on asking a different question and the benefits to people of doing that. Even though I haven't said this explicitly, learn from your mistakes. We learn the most from our mistakes. That's the best learning opportunity anyone can have. “ -Dr. Christopher Thurber    Get episode transcript here!!   Christopher’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin The Unlikely Art of Parental Pressure Dr Chris Thurber Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX With TeachFX, teachers are creating classrooms that are alive with conversation. Our app gives teachers insights into high-leverage practices like: How much student talk happened? Which questions got students talking? It’s eye-opening for teachers, and scales the impact of coaches and principals. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

    Michael Lehan competed for six years in the NFL with the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns before getting tapped to become a dean of students and assistant principal for the Osseo Area Schools, and then principal of Osseo Senior High School, which he guided to its first ranking as one of “The Best High Schools” in the nation by US News and World Report. In February 2022, he was named IMG Academy’s head of school, where he oversees, organizes, and grows the world-renowned school’s academic programs while assisting with various aspects of its athletic program.   Show Highlights   Stop stealing the identity of your student athletes with tips to transform from being an athlete and a scholar, to a scholar athlete.  Reframing and reconditioning minds to avoid discrediting what is inherently brilliant in your students. Dive in and access untapped rigor and avoid limiting opportunities. Know the difference between windows and mirrors to avoid putting productive tension on yourself and others. Know what necessary static and unnecessary static is to reach meaningful outcomes for your learning community. Allow students to fail safely by building cognitive endurance to hone in on what is important. Check out IMG’s resources and training to build capacity and ownership and avoid empathy fatigue.   “As educators, we wanna put a reflection of our students inside the curriculum, and give them opportunities to expand beyond what their lived experience is. A global perspective is gold.” -Michael Lehan   Get the episode transcript here!! Michael’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin Twitter IMG Academy IMG Academy+ Online Coaching Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Last year, teachers using TeachFX increased their student talk by an average of 40%. TeachFX uses AI to help teachers see the power of high-leverage teaching practices in their own classroom-level data. It’s like having a personal instructional coach...on your phone, tablet, or laptop. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/betterleaders.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

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    Merel Kriegsman, Women's Wealth Advocate, is dedicated to helping you become the wealthiest woman in your lineage. A former cleaning lady turned self-made Millionaire Matriarch, she believes that the most powerful thing we can do for our children is become unapologetic female leaders who fearlessly demand what they're worth, AND GET IT. Her insights, based on helping 1000+ women step into SELF-FUNDED wealth, have been featured on CBS news, ABC news and in publications like Forbes, Fast Company, Entrepreneur, and Good Housekeeping. Spot her in the wild on her organic farm in Canada, reading erotic novels in a 1920s lace dress and rubber boots.     Show Highlights   Get a mindset tune up by experiencing the “hard stuff.” Tips to approach cultural and gender expectations to avoid passing on patterns of scarcity to children. Address leadership fatigue specifically for men, women, and families. Value “Exquisite simplicity” by decluttering choices and protecting what you love.  A real financial investment to become an even better leader and become the wealthiest woman in your lineage. The revolution and reckoning to look at the ethics through the major rate upheaval as leaders, as couples, as parents.  Don’t outsource your chores. “Who are you surrounding yourself with? So, this means entering mastermind programs and leadership incubators where you have a safe space to discuss those things because everybody's looking to you for leadership. Maybe even in your own home. We need those safe spaces where there are people that understand what we're experiencing and we can let down and really feel understood.” -Merel Kriegsman    Get the episode Transcript here!!   Merel’s Resources & Contact Info: Website: Merel Kriegsman Podcast secret link: https://merelkriegsmanmedia.thrivecart.com/wealth-whispers/?coupon=WEALTH22 Instagram Facebook Linkedin Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX TeachFX, teachers are creating classrooms that are alive with conversation. Our app gives teachers insights into high-leverage practices like: How much student talk happened? Which questions got students talking? It’s eye-opening for teachers, and scales the impact of coaches and principals. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

    Connie Hamilton has served many roles in over two decades as an educator. She has been an elementary and middle school teacher and instructional coach. As an administrator, Connie held positions as a principal at both the elementary and secondary levels and a central office curriculum leader. Her experience in these positions fueled a passion for supporting high quality instruction.   Dr. Joseph Jones is the Superintendent of Schools in the New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District. Joe is a former high school teacher, assistant principal and principal. As principal, he was named the Delaware Secondary Principal of the Year and during his tenure, Delcastle Technical High School was the first high school to receive the state’s Outstanding Academic Achievement Award. Joe received his doctorate from the University of Delaware in educational leadership. He is also an adjunct professor for various universities.    Dr. T.J. Vari is the Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools and District Operations in the Appoquinimink School District. T.J. is a former middle school assistant principal and principal and former high school English teacher. His master’s degree is in School Leadership and his doctorate is in Innovation and Leadership. He holds several honors and distinctions, including his past appointment as President of the Delaware Association for School Administrators and the Paul Carlson Administrator of the Year Award. He teaches educational leadership courses at the masters and doctoral level.    Together, Joe and T.J. present nationally on topics of school leadership, and they co-founded TheSchoolHouse302, which is a leadership development institute specializing in leadership coaching for new and experienced school leaders. They have written five books together, co-authoring several of those with their friends, Principal EL and Connie Hamilton.         Show Highlights   7 mindset shifts  designed around accepting whatever happens with model solutions to implement.  The “Octopus Approach” will get in the right mindset so the crisis doesn't crush you, but rather catapult you. Technical tips with practical solutions and strategies to avoid professional development that doesn’t land.  Get into the dirty details of how to solve your biggest obstacles with a model shaped around your immediate needs.  Creative ways to rethink, embrace and implement new scheduling, teacher retention and technology that works specifically for your school. The questions you need to ask to identify somebody willing to be a part of your learning culture and join your system. Systems outside of education that will transform your schools from the inside out. “Remember is that nothing really comes easily and it may take some effort, but solutions are out there. We have plenty of resources available to help us to achieve some goals and we have plenty of evidence that we can do things that we never thought were possible before.” -Connie Hamilton   Get the episode transcript here!! Show’s Resources & Contact Info: Author of : Hacking Questions, Hacking Homework, Strained and Drained, and 7 Mindshifts for School Leaders website Connie Hamilton, Blog | Podcast Facebook Linkedin/connie-hamilton Twitter: Conniehamilton, Joe & T.J. Subscribe to Our Newsletter Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Last year, teachers using TeachFX increased their student talk by an average of 40%. TeachFX uses AI to help teachers see the power of high-leverage teaching practices in their own classroom-level data. It’s like having a personal instructional coach...on your phone, tablet, or laptop. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/betterleaders.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC      

  Dr. Glover is a servant leader committed to equity and inclusion. She is a former educator, administrator, Human Resource manager, and Diversity, equity and inclusion professional. In 2017, Dr. Glover earned her doctorate degree in Urban Education, from Cleveland State University. With an emphasis on policy and planning, Dr. Glover has transferred her learning into reimagining the ways in which we socialize scholars, future teachers, and current educators. More recently, Dr. Glover self-published her first book: Centering Student Voice: A Guide for Cultivating Emotionally Intelligent Educators and Culturally Responsive Classrooms.  She is the daughter of Joseph and Sheryl Glover.  She has one brother, one sister, and is the mother of Kylan Richburg.  In her spare time, she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with family.   Show Highlights   The wake up call to challenge the learning systems for young educators. Re-imagining the ways we socialize scholars, future teachers, and current educators. Disrupt University provides intercultural experiences in a space of ongoing learning to develop authentic relationships. The 3 D’s to create an environment to make quality connections. Honor ancestors to “disrupt” the future. Know the difference between a golden rule and a platinum rule. S Create conversations around the difference between allyship, advocacy and activism.    “Disrupting takes courage, but it also, it also is aligned to who you are and the unique difference that you bring to the world. Be committed to your uniqueness. Be committed to who you're supposed to be, who you are called to be because you are solving a problem that no one else in this world has solved.” -Dr Erica Glover Get the episode transcript here!! Erica’s Resources & Contact Info: Twitter Linkedin book:centering student voice Instagram: @drericaglover Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX With TeachFX, teachers are creating classrooms that are alive with conversation. Our app gives teachers insights into high-leverage practices like: How much student talk happened? Which questions got students talking? It’s eye-opening for teachers, and scales the impact of coaches and principals. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC      

    Ben Jones knew he was going to be a principal when he was in 3rd grade. His entire school career, while a bit tumultuous at times, gave him experiences that helped him become an impassioned educator.  After graduating from the University of Georgia in December of 2002, he began teaching at Carson Middle School in Greene County, GA.    After getting married in 2004, Ben and his wife moved to Forsyth County, GA where Ben began teaching at Liberty Middle School. In 2010, Ben became the Graduation Coach at LMS where he supported students, parents, and teachers. In 2012, he had the privilege of being named one of the Assistant Principals at SilverCity ES. 4 years later, he was named AP at South Forsyth Middle School. In 2019, he was named the Principal at Shiloh Point ES where he proudly remains today.   Ben is a faithful Christ follower, loves to read, watch movies with his family, and eat Twizzlers. He is also a member of the Guiding Principals Mastermind that meets on Wednesday nights!      Show Highlights   Solutions for solving isolation and loneliness in educational leadership. See a transformational leadership with visible results in 30 days. Practical questions and silent solutions to transform how you show up. An authentic space to connect with your learning community. Judgment free zone to tackle unrealistic fears of leadership and belonging. Tips to collaborate and not compete to consistently connect.   “You gotta do something, whether it's Mastermind or not. You've got to do something. Would I still be a principal if I didn't have guiding principles as a Mastermind? Probably. Would I be as energized to Happily build? Probably not.” -Ben Jones    Get the episode transcript here!!   Ben’s Resources & Contact Info: Twitter Shiloh Point Elementary Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Last year, teachers using TeachFX increased their student talk by an average of 40%. TeachFX uses AI to help teachers see the power of high-leverage teaching practices in their own classroom-level data. It’s like having a personal instructional coach...on your phone, tablet, or laptop. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/betterleaders.   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC      

    Ben Jones knew he was going to be a principal when he was in 3rd grade. His entire school career, while a bit tumultuous at times, gave him experiences that helped him become an impassioned educator.  After graduating from the University of Georgia in December of 2002, he began teaching at Carson Middle School in Greene County, GA.    After getting married in 2004, Ben and his wife moved to Forsyth County, GA where Ben began teaching at Liberty Middle School. In 2010, Ben became the Graduation Coach at LMS where he supported students, parents, and teachers. In 2012, he had the privilege of being named one of the Assistant Principals at SilverCity ES. 4 years later, he was named AP at South Forsyth Middle School. In 2019, he was named the Principal at Shiloh Point ES where he proudly remains today.   Ben is a faithful Christ follower, loves to read, watch movies with his family, and eat Twizzlers. He is also a member of the Guiding Principals Mastermind that meets on Wednesday nights!    Show Highlights   Created your “core team” to connect and move your school forward.  Be the chief repeating officer for showing and connecting the vision of your school.  Use the “Constellation Mindset” for that interdependence piece for your leadership team.  The playbook for leaders to create agreements connected to your vision for essential conversations with your community.  “Teaching sprints” will transform the classroom and impact students.  Dial in your staff. Hear how 99% of Ben’s decisions are not made in isolation.  Invested in your continuous growth, challenge the status quo and design the future of school. The importance of passing the leadership baton.    “‘I don't affect anybody else. I don't have any power over anything. My actions don't matter.’ That couldn't be farther from the truth. We're all connected in some way to our kids, our staff, our community. Every choice we make, every time we show love and kindness, every time we show respect, every time we're selfless, every time we serve, it means something.” -Ben Jones Get the episode transcript here!! Ben’s Resources & Contact Info: Twitter Shiloh Point Elementary Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX With TeachFX, teachers are creating classrooms that are alive with conversation. Our app gives teachers insights into high-leverage practices like: How much student talk happened? Which questions got students talking? It’s eye-opening for teachers, and scales the impact of coaches and principals. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/blbs.     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC        

    Stacey Green began her tenure at Stockton Grade School (SGS) as a new principal with an ambitious goal: transform the school’s culture from an isolated, individual classroom focus to an integrated, responsive, and collaborative environment where teachers lead with the whole child and the whole school in mind. In just six years, Green has had remarkable success, not only because of her individual talents, but because of her belief that change happens when leaders “empower others to remove barriers and transform problems into opportunities.” Green has used this approach to lead SGS through the Kansas School Redesign process, earning the distinction of being named a Kansas Mercury School in 2017. On the path toward personalizing student learning, Green has supported teachers in aligning with school vision and purpose through personalized professional development. SGS teachers have since embraced trauma-informed practices, increasing connection with students across experiences, and improving staff’s capacity for mutual support, self-care, and vicarious trauma prevention. Today, SGS is known for high community and family engagement, regularly hosting visits and presenting at conferences on the power of redesigning instruction through research-based practices. Superintendent Roger Lowry notes Green’s insatiable quest for knowledge of education and leadership, calling her the best principal he has observed in his 20 years as an administrator. Green holds an M.S. from Fort Hays State University and a B.A. from Bethany College.   Show Highlights   The Mastermind motivated Stacey to tackle three challenges proactively. Mastermind groups provide innovative, personal ways to think through topics out loud with an outside perspective. An unexpected feeling became Stacey’s first big win on her first hot seat. The moment that would stop most leaders dead in their tracks, but not Stacey. Psychological safety and diversity for leaders who seek help to expand their network beyond their district, town, or state. Ask different questions of staff, students, and families to better serve them through the topics and the books shared in the Mastermind.  “It's a chance to really lean into people who really want to grow other people.  When we're investing in each other and having that collective efficacy, even among leaders. There's so much more we can do and really advocate on behalf of our students as we continue to see the world shift as it does to really get it back into the right place.” -Stacey Green    Get the episode transcript here!!    Stacey’s Resources & Contact Info: Twitter The Obstacle Is the Way Level Up Join Mastermind Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Last year, teachers using TeachFX increased their student talk by an average of 40%. TeachFX uses AI to help teachers see the power of high-leverage teaching practices in their own classroom-level data. It’s like having a personal instructional coach...on your phone, tablet, or laptop. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/betterleaders.     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC      

    Stacey Green began her tenure at Stockton Grade School (SGS) as a new principal with an ambitious goal: transform the school’s culture from an isolated, individual classroom focus to an integrated, responsive, and collaborative environment where teachers lead with the whole child and the whole school in mind. In just six years, Green has had remarkable success, not only because of her individual talents, but because of her belief that change happens when leaders “empower others to remove barriers and transform problems into opportunities.” Green has used this approach to lead SGS through the Kansas School Redesign process, earning the distinction of being named a Kansas Mercury School in 2017. On the path toward personalizing student learning, Green has supported teachers in aligning with school vision and purpose through personalized professional development. SGS teachers have since embraced trauma-informed practices, increasing connection with students across experiences, and improving staff’s capacity for mutual support, self-care, and vicarious trauma prevention. Today, SGS is known for high community and family engagement, regularly hosting visits and presenting at conferences on the power of redesigning instruction through research-based practices. Superintendent Roger Lowry notes Green’s insatiable quest for knowledge of education and leadership, calling her the best principal he has observed in his 20 years as an administrator. Green holds an M.S. from Fort Hays State University and a B.A. from Bethany College.     Show Highlights   A Design Thinking model that transforms the problem from being an obstacle, to a gift.  Teacher voice is more prevalent when they have tools they can access and tangible data to provide ownership and impact.  Make sure your school is “TIGER ready.”  Tips to create powerful shifts from identifying as a “math teacher” to a “teacher of students through math.” Internal research teams that find purposeful activities for your community to avoid good things happening in silos, Build “community groups” to connect students to your vision and each other.  Don't get tripped up by fear, but build confidence in yourself as a professional in education.    “The leadership piece is giving that permission to, ‘Don't come ask me, go for it. And if you need me along the way or if there's any support I can give you, please ask.’  I wanna stay out of their way because as professionals, they know their content best, they know their students best. I'm just here to give them the necessary tools they need to move forward or problem solve with them or, and just get out of the way.” -Stacey Green    Get the episode transcript here!!   Stacey’s Resources & Contact Info: Twitter Linkedin The Obstacle Is the Way Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX With TeachFX, teachers are creating classrooms that are alive with conversation. Our app gives teachers insights into high-leverage practices like: How much student talk happened? Which questions got students talking? It’s eye-opening for teachers, and scales the impact of coaches and principals. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/blbs.     ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle?   I’d argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but that is totally out of their control.   What if there was something we could teach kids …   That was in their control … and would help them succeed in every class?   It’s not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination. When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.    Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC  

  Do You Have A Safe Space to Unpack Tough Career Decisions? Dr. Charles Warfield has served the Haddon Township School District since 2002, where he has simultaneously been the principal of Stoy Elementary School and Jennings Elementary School.    Prior to his tenure in Haddon Twp., Chuck spent three years in the Cherry Hill School District as an Assistant Principal at Carusi Middle School. He also taught elementary school in the Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District before becoming an administrator.     Show Highlights Achieve your #1 goal by surrounding yourself with your people. Express what the hard parts are and share vulnerably to implement change. Feedback that flushes out your leadership ideas into action. The time commitment that gives you time.  Balancing challenges and investing in a program that invests in you. Present a problem to a different set of ears and listen to a solution unfold. Get your episode transcript here!! Chuck’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin Twitter   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership. Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Last year, teachers using TeachFX increased their student talk by an average of 40%. TeachFX uses AI to help teachers see the power of high-leverage teaching practices in their own classroom-level data. It’s like having a personal instructional coach...on your phone, tablet, or laptop. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/betterleaders.     ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC          

    Dr. Charles Warfield has served the Haddon Township School District since 2002, where he has simultaneously been the principal of Stoy Elementary School and Jennings Elementary School.    Prior to his tenure in Haddon Twp., Chuck spent three years in the Cherry Hill School District as an Assistant Principal at Carusi Middle School. He also taught elementary school in the Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District before becoming an administrator.     Show Highlights   Figured out how to multiply yourself, and be in two places at the same time.  The benefits of leading multiple schools and how to honor the differences of schools and staff to create a trusting environment. The key piece necessary to implement change is the mistake that many leaders make. The components of identifying and uncovering the different personalities of your staff and families to master communication and messaging.  Wield the power to inspire your PTA to build learning gardens for your schools.  Chuck’s 2 minute TED talk on the importance of distributed leadership in really letting go. Strategies to find the unexpected leaders in your buildings.  “Be open to differences with the people that you work with. We're in the business of working with people. From the people who are the teachers to the students, to the parents. We're all individuals, but we're all people. We need to be conscious of the fact that we need to be forgiving of each other, we need to help each other out and we need to lean on each other. It's okay to do all of that. It's okay to ask for help. It's okay to show a little bit of emotion and it's important to show empathy toward everybody.” -Chuck Warfield   Get the episode transcript here!! Chuck’s Resources & Contact Info: Linkedin Twitter Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX With TeachFX, teachers are creating classrooms that are alive with conversation. Our app gives teachers insights into high-leverage practices like: How much student talk happened? Which questions got students talking? It’s eye-opening for teachers, and scales the impact of coaches and principals. Start your free pilot at teachfx.com/blbs.     ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC          

How to solve the crisis in education   Stanley Litow is a Professor at Duke, Trustee of the State University of NY and  columnist at Barron's. He previously served as President of the IBM Foundation, Deputy Schools Chancellor for New York City, Founder and head of Interface and Executive Director the Urban Corps. He organized and led 3 National Education Summits, served on two Presidential Commissions and helped found PTECH schools     Show Highlights   Solutions to the crisis that education is facing as a cause of the pandemic.  Unpack the demands leaders are facing from the decline in the achievement rates, high school graduation, college enrollment and teacher recruitment and retention.  The essential step to addressing student achievement.  The P TECH program provides a clear pathway from school to college, to career.  Be part of the solution at the upcoming National Summit on Pathways from School to College to Career in Washington DC this March.  Overcome the doomsday data facing education leaders. The big tent approach for Ruckus Makers to make systemic change.     “The one thing I would say is, and having been Deputy Chancellor of schools in New York City, the largest school system in the United States, worked in the private sector, worked for a mayor back in the day, worked in the non-for-profit community At this juncture, I don't think that there's an issue that's more significant and important than education, but it can't only be solved by educators. This is something that we need to get every American involved in. And not just to say what could we do, but give them a very concrete and specific agenda where our investment and it's gonna take an investment, but done in an innovative, creative and different kinds of ways can produce real meaningful change. And I think it is definitely possible.” -Stan Litow Episode’s Resources & Contact Info: Breaking Barriers: How P-TECH Schools  Twitter  LinkedIn Facebook Stanley Litow Link to the event here: https://nationalpathwaysinitiative.org The 2023 National Pathways Initiative Summit will be designed and structured to advance a clear vision for a new educational system that will incorporate a fundamental shift in the paradigm that has long guided U.S. education and enhance the pathways from the classroom, to college to a career. To bring this initiative to life and marshal the support of federal policymakers, we are forming a diverse National Pathways Coalition composed of prominent leaders in sectors vital to this effort, including business, education, government, the civil rights community, nonprofits and students and young adults.     Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Imagine providing feedback for every teacher, as often as they'd like, without relying on classroom observations.   TeachFX is an app that supports both student learning and teacher learning. With instructional support at the push of a button, our app provides teachers with objective, personalized, non evaluative feedback about the teaching and learning happening in their classrooms.   From student talk and teacher talk to insights into research-supported teaching practices like questioning technique, wait time, and more, TeachFX provides teachers with new insights into student engagement, academic dialogue, and equity of student voice.   Learn more about TeachFX and find out how to get a free TeachFX account for one of your teachers. Visit TeachFX | BLBS     ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC    

      Show Highlights The one decision that's going to change everything for you with this simple strategy regarding culture. Stop blaming students for failures and get organized as a professional learning community. The survey you need to overcome your blind spots to ensure you are celebrating your entire learning community.  Epic Live Mastermind event in Denver this summer with a brand new framework, “Leadership Optimization Compass.”  Hire you mom to accelerate nurturing and belonging in your school.   Get the episode transcript here!!    Show’s Resources & Contact Info: Denver Live Event Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Imagine providing feedback for every teacher, as often as they'd like, without relying on classroom observations.   TeachFX is an app that supports both student learning and teacher learning. With instructional support at the push of a button, our app provides teachers with objective, personalized, non evaluative feedback about the teaching and learning happening in their classrooms.   From student talk and teacher talk to insights into research-supported teaching practices like questioning technique, wait time, and more, TeachFX provides teachers with new insights into student engagement, academic dialogue, and equity of student voice.   Learn more about TeachFX and find out how to get a free TeachFX account for one of your teachers. Visit TeachFX | BLBS     ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2022 Twelve Practices LLC                    

    Born in Scotland and raised around the world, Kirsten is a truly global thinker.  Her educational training spans Scotland, USA, Australia and more.    After 27 years of international education experience across 7 countries and leadership positions in 5 schools, she now works as an independent consultant, creating individually tailored PD for schools, developing online learning events and coaching educators.  Kirsten founded one of the most popular educator PLNs on Facebook, where 120,000 global educators share resources, support and inspire one another – the Global Educator Collective.    Show Highlights RSVP to your invitation to join a free event for educators and leaders all over the world with resources to transform your schools. Unleash your Leadership potential by  utilizing these 4 domains and go from Aspiration to Action.  Stop Stealing Dreams, tell the story of your school,  and face epic challenges for leadership in a global community of Ruckus Makers bootcamp. Unpack shared resources from case studies that engage your whole community (DEIJ, how to be responsive to trauma, how to implement a gifted and talented, how to develop a school with the community, how to develop a teacher growth program and more). Be human first  and level up communication.  Global insights for the Ruckus Maker that will benefit their leadership.    “ I always say human first amongst everything, amongst all of our differences. Whether it's ‘social economical’, cultural or experiential, whatever it is. The one thing is we are human first. Instead of looking for what is different, look for what you have in common. Look for where you can make connections and always understand that you are capable of making that connection. If you just pause, if you just pause and just for one second, imagine that you are that other person and what they're feeling.” -Kirsten Durward   Get the episode transcript here!! Kirsten’s Resources & Contact Info: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/slb Global Educator Collective Global Educator Collective | Facebook Twitter Stop Stealing Dreams: Free eBook from Seth Godin   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Imagine providing feedback for every teacher, as often as they'd like, without relying on classroom observations.   TeachFX is an app that supports both student learning and teacher learning. With instructional support at the push of a button, our app provides teachers with objective, personalized, non evaluative feedback about the teaching and learning happening in their classrooms.   From student talk and teacher talk to insights into research-supported teaching practices like questioning technique, wait time, and more, TeachFX provides teachers with new insights into student engagement, academic dialogue, and equity of student voice.   Learn more about TeachFX and find out how to get a free TeachFX account for one of your teachers. Visit TeachFX | BLBS     ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2022 Twelve Practices LLC    

  Show Highlights   School transformation and really leveraging curiosity and intentional design. Turn critics into cheerleaders with the “Can If mental model”  Use the nine propelling questions to leverage the constraints and do something powerful within your school. Use your leadership superpowers and tools and follow the map your biggest critics provide.  Create opportunity and rewards for your community by leveraging the knowledge and expertise of your parent community.  removing X, which will allow us to get to y.  Access essential tools by joining the Principal Success Path like the Decision Making Journal.  Get the episode transcript here!!     Episode Resources & Contact Info: GOOD by Jocko Willink Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Imagine providing feedback for every teacher, as often as they'd like, without relying on classroom observations.   TeachFX is an app that supports both student learning and teacher learning. With instructional support at the push of a button, our app provides teachers with objective, personalized, non evaluative feedback about the teaching and learning happening in their classrooms.   From student talk and teacher talk to insights into research-supported teaching practices like questioning technique, wait time, and more, TeachFX provides teachers with new insights into student engagement, academic dialogue, and equity of student voice.   Learn more about TeachFX and find out how to get a free TeachFX account for one of your teachers. Visit TeachFX | BLBS     ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2022 Twelve Practices LLC        

    Dr. Decoteau J. Irby’s life work focuses on creating and sustaining organizations that contribute to Black people’s self-determined well-being, development, and positive life outcomes. He is an Associate Professor at University of Illinois at Chicago in the Department of Educational Policy Studies. He is the author Stuck Improving: Racial Equity and School Leadership (Harvard Education Press) and the picture book Magical Black Tears: A Protest Story (Derute Consulting Cooperative).   Show Highlights   Parallels between live performance and leadership to overcome the plateaus of learning. Relationships with mistakes and failure create more equitable schools for all our students. Redefine mistakes to take the pressure off and create a better performance. Strengthening the conditions of your school community requires an important commitment. Create transformative experiences between a teacher, a student by connecting the learning process to how we facilitate learning.  Racial equity breakthroughs and how they act as indicators of progress. Break from the status quo most schools are built around and stop celebrating false positives.    “I think that leaders should be really mindful to seek out coaching, to seek out opportunities to learn. I try to give myself a major learning opportunity about every seven years. And that might mean, enrolling myself into a leadership training program that has nothing to do with my work.” -Dr Decoteau Irby   Get the episode transcript here!!     Dr Decoteau Irby’s Resources & Contact Info: Decoteau. - Decoteau J. Irby Stuck Improving Racial Equity and School Leadership Lead for Equity Twitter Linkedin Instagram    Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Imagine providing feedback for every teacher, as often as they'd like, without relying on classroom observations.   TeachFX is an app that supports both student learning and teacher learning. With instructional support at the push of a button, our app provides teachers with objective, personalized, non evaluative feedback about the teaching and learning happening in their classrooms.   From student talk and teacher talk to insights into research-supported teaching practices like questioning technique, wait time, and more, TeachFX provides teachers with new insights into student engagement, academic dialogue, and equity of student voice.   Learn more about TeachFX and find out how to get a free TeachFX account for one of your teachers. Visit TeachFX | BLBS     ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2022 Twelve Practices LLC          

    Show Highlights Today we are talking about a topic I love -- MARGIN   So many of my peers in the education space think that there isn't enough time. That's simply not true.   The problem is that not everyone -- including me -- utilizes time effectively 100% of the time.   I pride myself on telling you how it is.   When I do use my time effectively I get so much done and realize there is an actual ABUNDANCE of time.   Today I share both the concepts and the practical HOW TO DO IT …   If you are interested in creating more MARGIN in your calendar, listen up and take action.   Even better, join the Maximize Your Margin Challenge kicking off on December 5th.   More than 150 school leaders have signed up.   You can sign up too. It's 100% free and over 6-days, I've planned a workshop that will help you create more margin so you can live and lead on your own terms.   Get access now: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/margin     Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Imagine providing feedback for every teacher, as often as they'd like, without relying on classroom observations.   TeachFX is an app that supports both student learning and teacher learning. With instructional support at the push of a button, our app provides teachers with objective, personalized, non evaluative feedback about the teaching and learning happening in their classrooms.   From student talk and teacher talk to insights into research-supported teaching practices like questioning technique, wait time, and more, TeachFX provides teachers with new insights into student engagement, academic dialogue, and equity of student voice.   Learn more about TeachFX and find out how to get a free TeachFX account for one of your teachers. Visit TeachFX | BLBS     ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2022 Twelve Practices LLC      

Show Highlights   It’s not about outcomes, it’s about good judgment.  Immediately results in building consistency and trust with your team. Batching tasks will maximize your time and focus.  Stop switching and multitasking your to-do list.  A system and a process for principals to lean into your genius. Alignment is key. How aligned are all the things that happen within your school?   Get the episode Transcript here!! Resources & Contact Info: Free Resource BetterLeadersbetterschools.com/margin Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Imagine providing feedback for every teacher, as often as they'd like, without relying on classroom observations.   TeachFX is an app that supports both student learning and teacher learning. With instructional support at the push of a button, our app provides teachers with objective, personalized, non evaluative feedback about the teaching and learning happening in their classrooms.   From student talk and teacher talk to insights into research-supported teaching practices like questioning technique, wait time, and more, TeachFX provides teachers with new insights into student engagement, academic dialogue, and equity of student voice.   Learn more about TeachFX and find out how to get a free TeachFX account for one of your teachers. Visit TeachFX | BLBS     ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2022 Twelve Practices LLC      

3 Ways To Build An Even Better Culture       Show Highlights   Create the right energy for your school with tips on relationship building and culture. You may be what’s getting in the way of the culture you want to create.  Separating emergencies vs distractions with the demands on your time. Moments that erode culture in your community.   Tips to have critical conversations to increase value. Invest in a staff relationship management system/tool (CRM). Set up your priorities with meaning, value and satisfaction with the 10 x advantage. Separate your school from all the other schools in the neighborhood, in the district, in the state, the city, the state, the nation.    Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX Imagine providing feedback for every teacher, as often as they'd like, without relying on classroom observations.   TeachFX is an app that supports both student learning and teacher learning. With instructional support at the push of a button, our app provides teachers with objective, personalized, non evaluative feedback about the teaching and learning happening in their classrooms.   From student talk and teacher talk to insights into research-supported teaching practices like questioning technique, wait time, and more, TeachFX provides teachers with new insights into student engagement, academic dialogue, and equity of student voice.   Learn more about TeachFX and find out how to get a free TeachFX account for one of your teachers. Visit TeachFX | BLBS     ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2022 Twelve Practices LLC      

Show Highlights Improve the most underdeveloped area of your leadership. Understanding how you measure mindset growth and effectiveness. One of the problems with this though is that do you understand? 5 ways you can improve your mindset. Catch the inner critic and stop allowing yourself to beat yourself up.  Sign up for a free growth opportunity challenge at BLBS “Maximize Your Margin Challenge.”    Get the episode transcript here!! Show Resource & Contact Info: Emotional intelligence 2.0 Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a “Fitbit for teachers” that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2022 Twelve Practices LLC          

Bonus: Best Seller Show Notes   Show Highlights  Creating reality from your dreams comes from feeling it in the moment to unlock success. Five things Danny’s learned from achieving bestseller status!! Positive visualization is essential to guide the steps you take towards manifesting your goals to the world.  Don't hide the failures. Talk about what you've learned regarding the failures. Embracing that there's not just one way of doing life. Being risky and being vulnerable is the way to be authentic in what you hope to achieve. Ruckus Maker Event in January!! Go to betterleadersbetterschools.com/Costa Rica, view the video explaining the event and join the waitlist. “A key question for you, whatever you're trying to achieve in life,  whether that's as a school leader or putting a book out there, whatever that project is, how are you taking 100% of responsibility to achieve the goal that you want to achieve?” -Chief Ruckus Maker Danny Bauer     Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Join the “Back to School Boot Camp” The one thing you need to start next year off with energy momentum is a solid 90-day plan.   In the “Back to School Bootcamp” I will teach you how to create your 90-day plan in just 5-days.   Join the challenge today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a “Fitbit for teachers” that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2022 Twelve Practices LLC        

Jean Burk is the author of the award-winning College Prep Genius program and has written numerous articles about the SAT and PSAT tests, high school prep, college prep, and how to get free college. She is a Fox News contributor on radio interviews and has been featured as an SAT expert on ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox, TXA21, CW33, Choice Media TV, WE, Forbes, UShop TV and The Homeschool Channel. She homeschooled both her children and they each earned free college and incredible scholarships because of their PSAT and SAT scores. Some of the benefits included full tuition, room and board, unlimited laundry and lunchroom passes, study abroad stipends, etc. Her son also earned free law school and her daughter earned free grad school.   She currently travels and speaks about the importance of college preparation at conventions, book fairs, schools, libraries, etc. She has taught her revolutionary, award-winning “Master the SAT” Prep Class all over the United States, mainland China, India, Hong Kong, Puerto Rico and Thailand. Many of her students have raised their SAT score as much as 700 points, ACT 9 points, become National Merit Scholars and have gone to an Ivy League for free! Her Vocabcafé book series helps teenagers and younger children increase their knowledge of SAT level vocabulary words through fun and wholesome books and her “High School Prep Genius” book won the “Blue Ribbon Award” for the best and favorite college prep resource along with 21 unsolicited awards for her program.      Show Highlights  How to play the game to go college for free despite income. The specific skill set the standardized test truly assesses.  Common Data Set formula for matching you to the right college.  A Coffee donut negotiation for better offers and scholarships. The Summer Melt and what upperclassmen should focus on this summer. Ace the PSAT, SAT, ACT,  and CRT with College Prep Genius.  The P6 framework that can set you on a direction in life. best fit in? to get you pointed in the direction to lead to your ultimate career choice. FAFSA mistakes and the secret formula colleges use your learning community need to know.  Learn the shortcut  strategy needed to improve standardized test scores.    “It's all about the test. I'm a big believer that test taking should be a separate class. It doesn't conflict with your math or your science or your English, it actually compliments.” -Jean Burk Jean Burk’s Resources & Contact Info: YouTube Twitter FB Instagram Pinterest LinkedIn Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Join the “Back to School Boot Camp” The one thing you need to start next year off with energy momentum is a solid 90-day plan.   In the “Back to School Bootcamp” I will teach you how to create your 90-day plan in just 5-days.   Join the challenge today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a “Fitbit for teachers” that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2022 Twelve Practices LLC  

Join the “Back to School Boot Camp” The one thing you need to start next year off with energy momentum is a solid 90-day plan. In the “Back to School Bootcamp” I will teach you how to create your 90-day plan in just 5-days. Join the challenge today! Copyright © 2022 Twelve Practices LLC

Michelle Goldschlag is the Co-founder and CEO of Cultured Kids (CK), a nonprofit organizationthat believes a student’s sense of belonging is the primary catalyst for their success. Michelle’s entrepreneurial spirit led to two other “failed” businesses before starting CK. Both endeavors, along with her dual degrees in Art & Spanish, strengthened CK’s foundation. Aside from partnering with schools and community organizations in Northern VA and the Metro Boston area since their 2015 founding, Michelle has provided consulting services for international museums and global organizations like the Holistica Foundation in Brazil. Michelle’s personal mission is to use her creative gifts and empathy to maximize her impact.   Her lofty professional goals include: Changing the trajectory of education along with her community impact Growing a robust and unified donor community that is genuinely valued Developing the most sought after, kickass volunteer program   Personally, Michelle aspires to: Shed her fear of failure and stop caring what others think Learn to love public speaking (currently makes her sick) Become an author To Michelle, Cultured Kids is a third child, constantly working its way through new stages of development, inciting sleepless nights, and in constant need of attention & nourishment. While Michelle loves her job and struggles to draw the line between work and life, during her personal time she can be seen backpacking and hiking with her family all over the country,reading four or more books at a time, and dreaming with reckless abandon.    Show Highlights Involve yourself in the greatest need for students. Programs that impact, solve problems and connect for the entire learning community.  The value in CLOSING CIRCLES. The number one focus in education moving forward. Facing these fears for unlimited growth. Engage students' curiosity about themselves and the world with Cultured Kids Natural and unique ways to promote SEL and embrace cultures.    “Having two children of my own and not being able to afford to travel. I wanted to make sure they were exposed to other perspectives. They were not only seeing cultural diversity around them, but that they were actually learning about different cultures and about how to talk about differences.”  Full Transcript Available    Michelle Goldschlag’s Resources & Contact Info: Cultured Kids Jacqueline Woodson - books What Do You Do With an Idea?  Webinar Form: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6169a87f74d564fa09f3f4f4 Instagram Facebook Linkedin Twitter   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a “Fitbit for teachers” that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2021 Twelve Practices LLC

Meghan Gardner is the founder of Guardian Adventures, which provides consultation and development of innovative and educational online and live events, training programs, and STEM programs. Her company specializes in story-based and emotionally immersive experiences where participants are highly engaged and readily transfer their education from the learning environment into practical use. Guardian Adventures also provides curriculum and training development for making education exciting and memorable for adults and employees (including an OSHA training program for corporate lab safety which involves a zombie invasion). Translating High Tech media and Transmedia into In-Person and High Touch experiences are the company's core competencies by developing innovative and educational training or adventures that engage participants in a manner that improves understanding, retention, and transfer. Meghan is also a STEM Curriculum Designer for ST Unitas (the parent company of The Princeton Review), a story-based adventure designer and staff trainer for Royal Caribbean Cruises (providing onboard educational adventures for their 6 million clients a year), a guest lecturer at Harvard Graduate School of Education and other major universities, and an international speaker on the topic of Immersive Experiences in Education, Learning, and Training for all ages.    In her free time, Meghan mentors women and minority entrepreneurs in the USA and Uganda and volunteers for hospice where she works with terminally ill patients of all ages as well as their families.  Show Highlights How being a hospice volunteer helped create a non judgmental leadership approach. Creating emotionally engaging cultural educational experiences. Masterclass on empathy, listening, and powerful storytelling for leaders to use. Decision making requires enough time to be uncomfortable with time Fantasy and games create commonality and open up necessary possibilities for students How to cause good trouble in the world Before you can make a ruckus, you've got to create a sense of belonging.  Inspire the idea of challenging what we think. Decision making is about mistakes and the outcome. Own any outcome. “One of the hardest things to do is to give that kind of compassionate listening when you are being judged. When the person you're listening to is having a hard time listening to you. It's tough because as a leader, you're in a position of authority. By that very nature, you are the one who has power over them or over the outcome. It can be very challenging when that emotional burden is in your chair because it is upon you to give more compassionate listening. Boy it can feel lonely. There can be days when you're human too, and you just don't want to hear yet another reason why someone thinks you're wrong.” -Meghan Gardner Full Transcript Meghan Gardner Transcript   Meghan Gardner’s Resources & Contact Info: The Catalyst Event:  July 15: Integrating Cultural Education into Schools The Cultural Educator and Diversity & Inclusion Specialist Database Guard Up's Guardian Adventures & STEM Summer Camps Culturaled.net Guardian Adventures Instagram.com Twitter Facebook Linkedin           Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog     SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a “Fitbit for teachers” that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder. Copyright © 2021 Twelve Practices LLC

Formerly a high school English teacher and a new teacher coach in Palo Alto Unified School District (Palo Alto, CA, USA), Jennifer Abrams is currently a communications consultant who works with educators and others on new teacher and employee support, being generationally savvy, effective collaboration skills, having hard conversations and creating identity safe workplaces. Jennifer’s publications include Having Hard Conversations, The Multigenerational Workplace: Communicate, Collaborate & Create Community, Hard Conversations Unpacked - the Whos, Whens and What Ifs, and Swimming in the Deep End: Four Foundational Skills for Leading Successful School Initiatives.  Her newest book is Stretching Your Learning Edges: Growing (Up) at Work. Jennifer has been invited to keynote, facilitate and coach worldwide from the USA to Africa, from Asia to Europe, from Australia to South America,  and she is honored to have been named one of the “18 Women All K-12 Educators Should Know,” by Education Week’s ‘Finding Common Ground’’ blog.     Show Highlights The book for leaders to participate in each other's development Exploration of markers to learn on how to BE and interact with adults A meaningful verse, pantyhose and a gift for reflective leadership The scariest thing and the 5 facets to help overcome the fear Tips on identifying what you stand for and why it matters Finding bandwidth to deal with disappointment and all the challenges Exploring The SCARF model and  what threatens us about new ideas “Your development isn't an indulgence. You don't have time not to develop yourself. If you don't, you're not going to have as fruitful a life as a Ruckus Maker, as thoughtful of a life, and you won't live in the world with the same amount of ease.”  -Jennifer Abrams   Full Transcript Jennifer Abrams Transcript   Jennifer Abrams’ Resources & Contact Info: Stretching Your Learning Edges: Growing (Up) at Work Dr. David Rock: Home Jennifer Abrams: Home Twitter LinkedIn Facebook   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a “Fitbit for teachers” that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2021 Twelve Practices LLC

In high school, Michael never realized that he could make a living off of his hobbies. He majored in graphic design in college and those possibilities became a reality. Even today, he is amazed that design is a profession. Michael’s  mantra is: 'Every experience in life can be improved through intentional design', and he strives to make remarkable experiences.   Show Highlights Boundaries a leader should set when expressing a vision  Navigate unintended blind spots that emerge when you create as a team Successful collaboration is driven by a loose grip on your ideas Effective leadership finds the “who” and not the “how” Cast a vision that drives people to partner with as the best version of themselves The function of a leader is  bringing an idea to life A plan for leaders to reflect, direct and design   Full Transcript Michael Smith Transcript   Michael Smith’s Resources & Contact Info: Storybook Eyes Children's Book by Michael E. Smith — Kickstarter Twitter LinkedIn   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard’s online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a “Fitbit for teachers” that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is the missing piece in many classrooms. Many teachers are great with the main content of the lesson. Organized Binder helps with powerful introductions, savvy transitions, and memorable lesson closings. Your students will grow their executive functioning skills (and as a bonus), your teachers will become more organized too. Help your students and staff level up with Organized Binder.   Copyright © 2021 Twelve Practices LLC

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:  Better Leaders Better Schools is launching a new cohort of the mastermind that is just for women. Learn more and apply today: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/forwomen In today's bonus conversation, Daniel interviews Karine about why women need a support network. Copyright © 2021 Twelve Practices LLC

It all started when… The Conrad Foundation honors the legacy of Apollo 12 astronaut, Charles “Pete” Conrad, and his four-decade passion for innovation and entrepreneurship. Pete spent 20 years as a U.S. Navy Test Pilot and NASA Astronaut. In November 1969, he became the third man to walk on the Moon. After many years as an aerospace explorer, Pete’s entrepreneurial spirit took flight. He founded four companies devoted to the commercialization of space travel. Unfortunately, Pete’s pursuits were cut short with his passing in 1999. Nancy Conrad, Pete’s wife, shared his passion for inspiring future explorers, often working hand-in-hand with him prior to his death to launch his numerous commercial space businesses. In his passing, Nancy knew she wanted to keep Pete’s spirit for innovation and entrepreneurship alive, but targeted to the next generation of explorers. 15 years ago, this former high school teacher launched the Conrad Foundation and its flagship program, the Conrad Challenge, encouraging students to Get Your Genius On™. Since then, she has become a recognized leader in transformative education, testifying before the U.S. Congress and speaking at global conferences. She is dedicated to energizing and engaging students in STEM fields through unique entrepreneurial opportunities. Going into our 15th year, the Conrad Foundation continues to be the only organization of its kind whose programs combine science and technology-based education, innovation and entrepreneurship to inspire solutions for achieving global sustainability. Show Highlights Give your students an invitation to design the future The “No box”  toolbox organic framework of innovation and entrepreneurship  The Conrad Challenge will change the direction of lives How education can become diplomacy promoting peace  “Pull Education” changes the way students learn Create authentic humans with opportunities for Geeky to Chic stardom Opportunity to create commercially viable products that solve global & local challenges for students    “My belief is that they see the world very much like the astronauts did when, when the astronauts went back to earth and saw this fragile blue planet. This blue marble suspended in a black velvet sky, there were no borders. There were no boundaries and it's fragile. These young people that work with us from around the world. It has been from Australia to Zimbabwe and everything in between. They see the world that same way. They connect with each other across countries, cities, states, socioeconomic levels, genders. They are a community of young humans that are very much tuned into the fragility of the planet.” -Nancy Conrad   Full Transcript Nancy Conrad Transcript   Nancy Conrad’s Resources & Contact Info: Conrad Foundation — Conrad Challenge Twitter Facebook Instagram LinkedIn   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a "Fitbit for teachers" that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   Copyright © 2020 Twelve Practices LLC

Tracey A. Benson, Ed.L.D., is an Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte. He is a former public school teacher, middle school assistant principal, and high school principal. Dr. Benson received his Ed.L.D. in Education Leadership from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and Masters of School Administration from UNC-Chapel Hill. He is the co-author of Unconscious Bias in Schools. Tracey is the also the Founder of the Anti-Racist Leadership Institute.   Show Highlights Interrupt racial biases in school districts with substantive change. Racism is really inspiring. A Global Awakening of Consciousness The secret sauce to the Anti-Racist Leadership Institute  Address phobias and separate the concept of bad white people Climb the ladder to get over anti-racism phobias You are the right person to implement change if you can say “racism” We are so afraid to talk about racism that we actually never talk about it.  “They realize that there's a lot of barriers that they have and hurdles they have to overcome in order to implement their plan. I am there side by side, coaching individuals, to the cognitive aspects, meaning that getting over the fear and trepidation about actually implementing things and saying the word, race and racism within the school district, and then also adjusting their client as they implement so that they can realize change.”  --Dr. Tracey A. Benson   Full TranscriptTracey Benson Transcript    Tracey Benson’s Resources & Contact Info: Unconscious Bias in Schools Tracey B Consulting https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-leaders-better-schools- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/school-leadership-series Twitter  Linkedin Facebook   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog     Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a "Fitbit for teachers" that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   Copyright © 2020 Twelve Practices LLC

Nancy Frey is a professor at San Diego State University in Educational Leadership where she focuses on policies and practices in literacy and school leadership. Nancy is also a teacher leader at Health Sciences High & Middle College, an award-winning open-enrollment public school in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego that she co-founded in 2007. For nearly 3 decades, Nancy has dedicated her work to the knowledge and skills teachers and school leaders need to help students attain their goals and aspirations. Nancy just released The Distance Learning Playbook with co-authors Doug Fisher and John Hattie.     Show Highlights Win the school year by using these plays from Nancy’s playbook How to pivot in a pandemic or any other crisis Tips to build, maintain and foster relationships when we're at a distance The loss of learning in times of crisis is counterintuitive Why national test scores increase during times of crisis This isn't crisis teaching. Create cohesion and consistency with these scheduling strategies Future proofing students “What I want a Ruckus Maker to remember is that our job is to be a Ruckus Maker. As educators, I think that we sort of have a self concept that we maintain the status quo. Now more than ever, we need to disrupt. We need to innovate. Schooling has needed to be innovated for a long time. This is our chance.”  -Nancy Frey Full Transcript Nancy Frey Transcript   Nancy Frey’s Resources & Contact Info: The Distance Learning Playbook Twitter Facebook LinkedIn   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a "Fitbit for teachers" that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs. Copyright © 2020 Twelve Practices LLC

BLBS will be producing a series of special Black Lives Matter episodes focused on what leaders can do to fight racism in education. Thank you Dr. Sheldon Eakins for collaborating on this project. Sheldon has a podcast Leading Equity you should also subscribe to. If you are ready to really roll up your sleeves and learn how to fight racism in education, apply to the mastermind. SHARING IS CARING ❤️ Help us serve more school leaders by sharing this episode on social media and don't forget to hit SUBSCRIBE.

Rick earned a bachelor’s degree in adolescent education/social studies from Fredonia State University in New York. He has a master’s degree in adolescent education from Oneonta State College, also in New York. He earned a certificate of advanced studies in educational leadership from Binghamton University in New York.  He was a middle and high school teacher in upstate New York for eight years before coming to Charlotte. He completed his principal residency at Albemarle Road Elementary through New Leaders and spent three years as an assistant principal at Shamrock Gardens Elementary. In all, he has been in education for 14 years, two of those as a school principal. His educational philosophy is this: No significant learning will take place without strong relationships between the student, teacher and family.  Our role as a school is to build, engage, and enhance these relationships.  With these relationships in place, we must provide unique learning experiences that allow students to create authentic representations of their learning and share them with a diverse audience. He is also the proud father of a son, Lincoln, who will be a CMS kindergartner next year! Show Highlights Avoid getting burned by the “little fires” and other disruptors to your schedule The Who? What? Where? When? Why? And How” to linking personal and professional scheduling  How to find your Frodo and Gandalf accountability partner Tips to steal time and maximize your minutes for an ideal week.  What matters has to be public.  Learn why leaders shouldn’t plan in isolation. Backward design planning creates your ideal leadership schedule “Everybody wants to be more focused but I think in the end I don't know how many different task managers or to-do list apps that I've downloaded or tried. In the end  it's not about the app, it's about the actual habits. You've got to build the habits and that's what I'm trying to do.  How do I build those habits versus how do I find the tool that's going to fix it all because there's not a tool that's going to solve it.” - Rick Mohrein   Full Transcript Rick Mohrein Transcript   Rick’s Contact Info: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Twitter Facebook frederickw.mohrien@cms.k12.nc.us.       Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a "Fitbit for teachers" that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   Copyright © 2020 Twelve Practices LLC

Robyn Jackson is a former high school teacher and middle school administrator. She is the founder and president of Mindsteps Inc., a professional development firm for teachers and administrators that provides workshops and materials designed to help any teacher reach every student.  Jackson is the author of Never Work Harder Than Your Students and Other Principles of Great Teaching, The Differentiation Workbook, and The Instructional Leader’s Guide to Strategic Conversations with Teachers, as well as the how-to guides in the Mastering the Principles of Great Teaching series.   Show Highlights Learn Robyn’s practice on how to take the first steps towards your true calling  Ensure you have the right “why” so you're driven by the right intentions  When your brain is fresh, your brain tells you the truth  Create a bold vision with 100% impact  How to write a vision and mission to fit you and your district  Reimagine traditional school leadership. Go from being a boss to a leader using Robyn’s Builders lab Why you need to find your zone of genius and operate on the edges “One of the reasons I love this concept of being a Ruckus Maker, it's I think more of us should be making a ruckus. Education is in trouble. More of us should be making a ruckus about how we're teaching students, how we are running schools, how we're building schools, but instead we're just kind of blindly following a path and a model that no longer serves us.” -Robyn   Full Transcript 249:Robyn Jackson Transcript   GUEST’S NAME Resources & Contact Info: Mindsteps Inc.: Home Builders Lab Office  1 888-565-8881   The Artist's Way Morning Pages School Leadership Reimagined on Apple Podcasts Robyn's books: https://amzn.to/2WGkAJ3 (@Robyn_Mindsteps) | Twitter LinkedIn   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a "Fitbit for teachers" that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   Copyright © 2020 Twelve Practices LLC

Dr. Tracey A. Benson is an assistant professor of educational leadership at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and a former public school teacher, middle school assistant principal, and high school principal.  Show Highlights Journey on a racial awakening with Tracey Addressing the color of punishment in the continuum of learning  How to have a color rich school with concrete solutions  Investigate your own behavior and coded language to shape racially literate young people How leaders can put out fires of unconscious bias? Tracey’s equitable solutions to improving academic achievement for students of color Learn to track patterns and blind spots of racial disparity and ingested bias “I was subconsciously teaching them that they have privilege and that they were above the rules. They would get upset because they had privilege and when someone has privilege, equity feels like oppression.” - Dr. Tracey Benson   Full Transcript 246: Dr. Tracey Benson Transcript   Dr. Tracey Benson’s Resources & Contact Info:   Twitter  Linkedin Facebook Unconscious Bias in Schools:  Sugata Mitra: Build a School in the Cloud     Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a "Fitbit for teachers" that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   Copyright © 2020 Twelve Practices LLC

Jazz Rose is the founder of J and C Education & Academy. He started in 2004 teaching PE in primary schools. Following demand, Jazz has grown a team of specialist PE, Music, French, Spanish, Art and Drama teachers committed to embedding a passion for learning, empowering learners to develop confidence, creativity and critical thinking, developing the whole child; improving schools and enriching communities.   Show Highlights Justified risks 3 column scenario checklist.  J and C Education energizes your teachers and students with essential time and skills  Teach children to be flexible and adaptive in an ever changing and evolving society Get on your toes to be successful Effective techniques that teachers can use to really engage children and unlock hidden potential  How to channel the energy of students mislabeled as bad behavior Find the juices of cross-curricular/Integrated learning with confidence   “When children develop a passion for learning, they can learn anything and when they can learn anything, they can perform better at anything. The theme of continuous improvement is about always getting better no matter where you're at.” -Jazz Rose     Full Transcript  246: Jazz Rose Passion for Learning   Jazz Rose Resources & Contact Info: Jazz Rose (@MrJazzRose) J and C Education https://t.co/h7VGhQqaGL?amp=1   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a "Fitbit for teachers" that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   Copyright © 2020 Twelve Practices LLC

Sachin Chaudhry is an Ashoka Fellow - The ChangeMaker and the Founder/CEO of TrustCircle. Sachin also serves as a Global Advisor for the 'Movement for Global Mental Health.’ Sachin has started a global wellbeing movement via TrustCircle with a focus on Social Emotional Learning, Prevention & Early Intervention. Sachin envisions a world where Social-Emotional Learning is a core to our education system.  Show Highlights Sachin’s transformational pilgrimage of pain Find opportunity in every crisis. How a modern school leader creates a space of reflection for the learning community  Understanding the roots of risk, not just the symptoms  Trust Circle’s 3 Ps that inspire targeted productive actions Tools that create a bridge connecting students with themselves and inspiring them to seek out help from trusted adults You are never alone. Trust Circle’s technology connects people during the Covid-19 pandemic   “...priority would be for me to empower the administrators because administrators are the engine of the school and the administrators have the power and the influence to inspire change.” -Sachin Chaudhry Full Transcript  Bonus- How TrustCircle can help during COVID-19   Sachin Chaudhry Resources & Contact Info: How TrustCirlce can foster wellbeing amidst COVID-19 TrustCircle Overview Document TrustCircle Website TrustCircle (@trustcircle) Trustcircle.co - Home TrustCircle Email Sachin   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a "Fitbit for teachers" that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   Copyright © 2020 Twelve Practices LLC

Amy Platt is delighted to be the Head of School at the Paul Penna Downtown Jewish Day School. Amy is passionate about excellent instruction and working with teachers to be the talented professionals they are destined to be. Amy holds a PhD and an MA from the University of Toronto. When Amy is not at work she can be found on long-distance bike rides, pondering the larger issues facing education.   3 Big Ideas Education is better with ice cream Challenge will make you better Everybody needs a mantra   Show highlights The cornerstone of what you're building is formed around knowing your vision, mission AND values. Learn how Amy overcame feeling sidelined as a leader Amy shares leadership principles, mental endurance and benefits of creativity Go at the big hills in life and in leadership if you expect growth and strength Amy tells how the Mastermind community transforms leadership   “I just want the Ruckus Maker to know that they can take any mundane moment and make it powerful if they really use the factors that are there to help transform moments.” -Amy Platt   Full Transcript 245: Amy Platt Transcript   Amy’s Resources: Decision Journal Braving the Wilderness Daring Greatly The Power of Moments LinkedIn Decision Journal   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a "Fitbit for teachers" that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs.   Copyright © 2020 Better Leaders Better Schools

Chris has been an educator in Massachusetts for 19 years and just finished his 11th year as a building administrator. He is currently the Principal of Whitman-Hanson Regional High School in Whitman, Massachusetts. He’s passionate about continuous improvement and the idea that success is not a destination, but a process.  A teacher centered Principal whose believes the importance of a positive work environment, continuous growth, and a healthy family work life integration can be seen in the multiple presentations and workshops he has given for the Massachusetts School Administrators Association (MSAA), Massachusetts Computer Using Educators (MassCUE), Massachusetts Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development (MASCD), the Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD), the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP); and participation in the Better Leaders Better Schools Mastermind group. He was most recently described by a past Superintendent as being “…wholly invested in the success of the school…a creative problem-solver who is able to deliberate yet be decisive, be creative yet accountable…calm and clear-headed even under the most trying of times…has built a strong collaborative and collegial school culture…he is a positive influence on teachers, teaching, and learning.”  He blogs and vlog on a weekly basis as a way to reflect on my progress, share his story, and get others to think about different perspectives. His overarching goal is to positively model continuous improvement in all facets of life by being purposeful, acting with integrity, and building character.   Show highlights The Goldielocks approach to communication with your staff 20% is 100% communication success.  Why you don’t need all the people rowing the boat to make it go How to lead when you lack empathy or fail to see other people's perceptions Promote school wide initiatives without manipulation or coercion Leverage social media and your network to promote values and vision Pose the perfect question to resistors   Is your staff is telling you “I don't feel safe or I don't understand”   Full Transcript 244: Chris Jones Transcript   Chris’s Resources: Twitter DrCSJones.blog LinkedIn   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   TEACHFX School leaders know that productive student talk drives student learning, but the average teacher talks 75% of class time! TeachFX is changing that with a "Fitbit for teachers" that automatically measures student engagement and gives teachers feedback about what they could do differently.  Learn more about the TeachFX app and get a special 20% discount for your school or district by visiting teachfx.com/blbs. Copyright © 2020 Better Leaders Better Schools

Ben Owens worked as an engineer for 20 years before becoming a STEM teacher for 11 years at a wall-to-wall PBL school in rural Appalachia. He founded the non-profit, Open Way Learning, and now works to help schools create the cultural conditions for localized, learner-centered innovation. Ben is also the co-author of Open Up, Education!    Show Highlights Ben explains why "Culture eats strategy for breakfast"  How a tiny school in rural Appalachia became one of the most innovative schools on the planet  Ben shows you how to leverage the talents and skills of your community How to flip the script and harness innovation with “open way learning”  Ben shares a perfect embodiment of living a shared vision from students in Cambodia Learn how to teach true problem solving and critical thinking students will mimic for the rest of their lives How to find that true North and be a difference maker   “Recognize that there are a lot of educators who have operated in the system.  They have seen stories like this and just realized that the mountain they perceive they would have to climb in order to create that type of culture is so huge. They're often left with where do I even begin? And I think that's a pragmatic reality. My response is begin somewhere. The saying, ‘the best time to plant a tree was, 20 years ago and the second best time is today’. So let's start planting that tree today.”   Full Transcript 243: Ben Owens Transcript   Ben’s Resources & Contact Info Ben's Book LinkedIn Twitter   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   SANEBOX Suffer from email overload? Bring Sane-ity back to your email inbox.  Click here for a free 14-day trial to Sanebox and get a $25 credit, by visiting sanebox.com/blbs   Copyright © 2020 Better Leaders Better Schools

Teru Clavel is a comparative education expert who has shared her insights on education and globalization on Fareed Zakaria’s GPS, The TODAY Show, CBS This Morning, and others. Teru earned a master’s degree in Global and International Education and a bachelor’s degree in Asian Studies. She spent over a decade as an education journalist and college consultant while raising her three children in the public schools of Hong Kong, Shanghai, Tokyo and California and returned with her family to her hometown, New York City, in 2018.   Show Highlights Teru’s  journey on creating a family unit with values that are dependent on everybody appreciating one another  Teru’s plan on how to solve massive attrition and recruitment dilemmas   Teru pulls apart what it means to practice and respect social-emotional values  Why your EQ is much more important than your IQ Teru shares how to move past the labels and challenges facing women Learn ritual practices in Asia that create a level of inherent respect and build mental acuity, stamina, and grit  Create hand in hand learning between parents and the school with mandatory parent involvement  An overabundance of technology requires educators to be the police of technology and not the gardeners of knowledge.  Dancing poop is education done right 💩   “Don't give up. Just don't give up because I think now more than ever this country needs leaders who are advocating on behalf of our children because I think it's not No Child Left Behind. I feel like all our kids are getting left behind right now. With all that's going on politically in this country, kids with so much technology in their hands, they are seeing it all and I don't think they have any idea how to make sense of it and it's our responsibility to look out for them because the world that they are going to be going into is a world that we are creating for them and I don't think it's going to be an easy place.” -Teru Clavel   Full Transcript 242 Transcript: Teru Clavel   Teru’s Resources & Contact Info:   World Class: One Mother's Journey Halfway  Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Website Twitter   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   SANEBOX Suffer from email overload? Bring Sane-ity back to your email inbox.  Click here for a free 14-day trial to Sanebox and get a $25 credit, by visiting sanebox.com/blbs Copyright © 2020 Better Leaders Better Schools

Joshua is a middle school administrator in North Texas. After graduating college with a Fine Arts degree and working in the graphic design field for a number of years, Joshua returned to school to attain his teaching certificate. Joshua worked as an Art teacher and coached at the middle school level for 6 years. Inspired to affect change at the campus level and in education, Joshua completed his Masters in Educational Administration, and he has spent the past 7 years as a middle school administrator. In addition to being an administrator, Joshua is the creator and host of Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast. The podcast is designed to help those who are looking to build their leadership capacity by providing an opportunity to learn from the most experienced and accomplished educational leaders. Joshua is passionate about reconciliation and believes that working together creates an environment that fosters innovation and growth, yielding both academic and social success. Utilizing restorative practices guides Joshua in building healthy relationships and community at his school. Joshua and his wife, Leslie, became foster parents in 2011, and had the privilege of adopting three of their five children. Joshua is trained in trauma-informed practices for meeting the emotional, social and behavioral needs of children who have been through adverse childhood experiences, which Joshua also applies to his role as an administrator.   Show Highlights Use Joshua’s tools to break the box: Overcoming stigmas,  labels, and bias in education Learn how leaders are made in the art room and on the field Student success is impacted by movement and creativity. Hear Joshua’s tips and resources for connecting the body to the brain  Create an immense impact in 30 seconds Joshua shares how good leaders find solutions by pushing boundaries and challenge the status quo How to avoid a structure of fear and find a system that is better for the emotional stability of your learning community with restorative practices Working with aspiring leaders will help hone your passion and enhance instructional practices   “Unfortunately, a lot of our students don't know how to act socially, but also how to reflect and to change that behavior. Their behavior is a language really. If we're able to understand that language, it helps us better as educators. My goal is to have our teachers, everyone that we hire, whoever's in my building to make sure that we are hitting the social emotional needs of our students just as much as we're doing the academic, because if one is lacking, the other one can't thrive.”  -Joshua Stamper   Full Transcript 241: Joshua Stamp's Transcript    Joshua’s Resources & Contact Info:   Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast - Home Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast by Joshua Stamper Joshua Stamper (@Joshua__Stamper) Joshua Stamper (@joshua__stamper) Hanlon's Razor: Are Your Coworkers Evil or Just Dumb?   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   SANEBOX Suffer from email overload? Bring Sane-ity back to your email inbox.  Click here for a free 14-day trial to Sanebox and get a $25 credit, by visiting sanebox.com/blbs Copyright © 2020 Better Leaders Better Schools

Today's show is a bonus episode on vision, deep work, and focus. Thank you for listening. We'd love to see you this summer at our live event on vision: https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/bollingen-tower/ Copyright © 2020 Twelve Practices LLC

David Rendall has made it his life’s mission to be hilarious and helpful. He’s a standup comedian with a doctorate in management. A class clown-turned- leadership professor who went from disrupting classes to teaching classes to disrupt companies and conferences around the world. After being criticized and punished his whole life for being hyperactive, David now channels his frantic energy to compete in Ironman triathlons and ultramarathons.  David has a doctorate in organizational leadership, as well as a graduate degree in psychology. He is the author of four books on leadership and discovering our strengths through our weaknesses. Welcome to the show, David!   Show Highlights The lesson David learned being spanked in 8th grade at school  What it’s like always being in trouble in school How turn weaknesses into strengths How educators can reframe their experiences with “difficult” students Why you’ll wish you heard this story sooner The differences between weakness + trauma / stubbornness + persistence   Full Transcript (Available here)   David Rendall Resources & Contact Info:   The Freak Factor: Discovering Uniqueness by Flaunting Weakness The Freak Factor for Kids Website Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Email   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   SANEBOX Suffer from email overload? Bring Sane-ity back to your email inbox.  Click here for a free 14-day trial to Sanebox and get a $25 credit, by visiting sanebox.com/blbs   Copyright © 2020 Twelve Practices LLC

Today's show is a bonus episode on vision, deep work, and focus. Thank you for listening. We'd love to see you this summer at our live event on vision: https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/bollingen-tower/ Copyright © 2020 Twelve Practices LLC

Robert Schaefer, Ph.D., Vice President of Client Services, has been with Steinbrecher And Associates, Inc. since 2005 as an Organizational Development (OD) consultant, executive coach, leadership development expert, statistical analyst, research scholar, workshop facilitator, and training systems designer. Robert is a renowned expert in the assessment and diagnostic debrief of ability-based emotional intelligence, individual and team conflict styles, and the impact of mood and emotions in the workplace. Read more about Robert here.   Show Highlights How are you showing up? Robert reveals how leaders regulate the emotional experience for teachers and students.  Robert shares how to overcome the dog eat dog culture and climate to win over incredibly hard to work with individuals. Don’t take it personally, but use it personally.  Sharpen the saw by exercising constant, continual self-improvement.  Robert explains how emotional reactive triggers are influencing the goals we take into our interactions. Robert’s essentials to consider when creating emotional lessons to shift our own moods to co-regulate with the learning community. Make your interactions a place of sanctuary and you prime everyone to absorb new information and retain the wisdom you're offering. Robert explains how to model emotional hygiene. The impact the status quo of our emotional state is actually bringing to the classroom or to the board room.   “No matter what you do as a leader, you are never going to catch 100% of people in your influence net. It is a two-way street to dance and that dance requires a partnership. You can only show up authentic, genuine, earnest, honest.  Demonstrate, continue to model what you want to see in others and take that constant assessment.” -Robert Schaefer   Full Transcript Robert Schaefer Transcript   Robert’s Resources & Contact Info:   Meaningful Alignment   Facebook LinkedIn    Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   SANEBOX Suffer from email overload? Bring Sane-ity back to your email inbox.  Click here for a free 14-day trial to Sanebox and get a $25 credit, by visiting sanebox.com/blbs   Copyright © 2020 Better Leaders Better Schools  

Cale Birk is a District Principal of Innovation in British Columbia, co-author and imagineer of "PLC 2.0 - Collaborating for Impact in Today's Schools", "The PLC 2.0 Toolkit" and "Changing Change Using Learner-Centered Design". As a former Principal of a model professional learning community school and high school educator, Cale helps districts and schools answer the question "What is our observable impact?", the visible changes in practice at the classroom level that make the difference for students. Having worked with organizations across Canada, the United States, Asia and Australia, Cale uses his background in project-based learning, Instructional Rounds and Visible Thinking strategies to design interactive learning experiences and professional development sessions with ready-to-use tools and protocols that teachers and administrators can take away to make their collaborative work have the observable impact where it matters the most--in classrooms with kids. In addition to writing "PLC 2.0 - Collaborating for Impact in Today's Schools", "The PLC 2.0 Toolkit" and "Changing Change Using Learner-Centered Design", he has has written articles for Education Canada, the British Columbia Principals and Vice-Principals Association, the North American Association of Secondary Principals, and given podcasts on leadership, learner-centered design and parent engagement.    Show Highlights Suffering from “solution-itis” The power of using silence as a leader Human-centered leadership. Avoid doing things to people but with them. Defeating the imposter syndrome  Resistant people help you clarify your thinking The only question you need as a school admin: What is the impact going to be in the classroom? Full Transcript (Available on the website)   Cale Birk Resources & Contact Info: Cale’s book, PLC 2.0 Twitter Website   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   SANEBOX Suffer from email overload? Bring Sane-ity back to your email inbox.  Click here for a free 14-day trial to Sanebox and get a $25 credit, by visiting sanebox.com/blbs   Copyright © 2020 Better Leaders Better Schools

Chris Rothwell is the Director of Education for Microsoft UK. He oversees a team that helps to deliver Microsoft’s vision to empower every student and educator to achieve more, helping them make the most of technology to save time and increase the impact of teaching and learning. Show Highlights Ways to gain access and embed meaningful technology the entire learning community is excited about to drastically impact growth Finding a balance of mixing the physical environment and digital environment to expand learning to make content more accessible and inclusive to meet diverse learning needs. Create clarity by implementing small steps with big rewards  Build habits about effective coaching that empowers people Prioritizing  important areas to support the same mission   “It's absolutely about customers and that amplification of the things that people are incredible at and how do we get technology to help them be even more incredible in that combination of technology plus people and creativity and it's not about dehumanizing, but it's absolutely about amplifying the human impact.” - Chris Rothwell   Full Transcript (Available on the website)   Chris Rothwell Resources & Contact Info: Microsoft Educator Center – a training and resource hub for educators https://education.microsoft.com/en-us Microsoft in Education webpage  https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/education LinkedIn   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   SANEBOX Suffer from email overload? Bring Sane-ity back to your email inbox.  Click here for a free 14-day trial to Sanebox and get a $25 credit, by visiting sanebox.com/blbs   Copyright © 2020 Better Leaders Better Schools

Rohin Shahi studies computer science at Duke University. After noticing that many people wrongly assume Gen Zers are just younger millennials, he wrote The Z Factor: How to Lead Gen Z to Workplace Success, a book that provides a simple approach to bridging generational gaps and helping Gen Z grow and thrive in the workplace.   Full Transcript (Available on the website)   3 Reasons to Listen Generation Z is entering the workforce -- will your school be prepared? Mentorship and purpose-driven work matters (more than you think) A surprising answer to how a Gen Zer would build his dream school   Rohin Shahi Resources & Contact Info: The Z Factor (Rohin’s book) LinkedIn   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   SANEBOX Suffer from email overload? Bring Sane-ity back to your email inbox.  Click here for a free 14-day trial to Sanebox and get a $25 credit, by visiting sanebox.com/blbs   Copyright © 2020 Better Leaders Better Schools

Dave Burgess is the New York Times Best-Selling author of Teach Like a PIRATE, co-author of P is for PIRATE, and the president of Dave Burgess Consulting, Inc. which delivers powerful, inspirational, and innovative books, keynotes, and professional development. He specializes in teaching hard-to-reach, hard-to-motivate students with techniques that incorporate showmanship and creativity.  At a recent ceremony in Washington, D.C., he was awarded the BAMMY for Secondary School Teacher of the Year by the Academy of Education Arts and Sciences. Dave delivers the ultimate professional development experience for your teachers that is perfect for all circumstances from truly inspirational opening keynotes to full-day hands-on workshops.  It is a high-energy, interactive, and entertaining experience that will leave your staff unbelievably inspired, motivated, and with the practical skills to dramatically increase student engagement. You can read more about Dave here.   Show Highlights Disrupting the publishing industry  The “snowball” theory to creating cultural change in school How to use social media to connect and community build Running a business with a laptop and kitchen table Are you creating a place for people to come together? The importance of spreading your message You can’t announce change from the podium   Full Transcript (Available on the website)   Dave Burgess Resources & Contact Info: REGISTER for the DBC Pirate Con this June 12-14, 2020 Dave’s website Dave’s Twitter DBC Books   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   SANEBOX Suffer from email overload? Bring Sane-ity back to your email inbox.  Click here for a free 14-day trial to Sanebox and get a $25 credit, by visiting sanebox.com/blbs   Copyright © 2020 Better Leaders Better Schools

David built the world’s largest coaching business coaching thousands of hours in 12 countries around the globe. He now coaches high performing executives, entrepreneurs, teams, and even prison inmates, to create amazing results and deep connection. One tough conversation at a time.   Show Highlights How to let go of resentment and bitterness you’ve been carrying for years Naming fears as a way for moving past them The tough conversation blueprint The hardest conversations are often the ones we have with ourselves Role-playing specific principal challenges Preparing for difficult conversations   Full Transcript (Available on the website)   David Wood Resources & Contact Info: Get your four-step tough conversation blueprint here: Playforreal.life   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   SANEBOX Suffer from email overload? Bring Sane-ity back to your email inbox.  Click here for a free 14-day trial to Sanebox and get a $25 credit, by visiting sanebox.com/blbs   Copyright © 2020 Better Leaders Better Schools

Oleg Lougheed’s start in life was inauspicious. At 9 years old, he relinquished his parents' rights and entered the Russian orphanage. At 12 years old, he decided to be adopted into a new family, in a new country, halfway across the world, to start a new life. At 24 years old, he began his journey of helping others live the life they have always dreamed of, despite their hardships and misfortunes by allowing them to recognize the uniqueness and worth within their own story.   Show Highlights How to break free from society and live a life that fulfills you. There is no blueprint to life or leadership. Not allowing the past to define the future. The more you are willing to push yourself, the more you are able to grow. Not letting your story define you. It’s important to also realize that many people have similar stories. The power of sharing your story and how to approach vulnerability Full Transcript (Available on the website)   Oleg Lougheed Resources & Contact Info: Overcoming Odds Twitter Oleg’s Twitter Website Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   SANEBOX Suffer from email overload? Bring Sane-ity back to your email inbox.  Click here for a free 14-day trial to Sanebox and get a $25 credit, by visiting sanebox.com/blbs   Copyright © 2020 Better Leaders Better Schools

Jonathan Levi is a serial entrepreneur, published author, and keynote speaker born and raised in Silicon Valley. Since 2014, Jonathan leads SuperHuman Enterprises, which produces the SuperHuman Academy Podcast; the bestselling "Become a SuperLearner®” book; and offers online courses through SuperHuman Academy® and Branding You™ Academy training portals. His latest book, The Only Skill That Matters details his own journey and the techniques that anyone can use to learn faster.  3 Big Ideas Career criteria list How to train like an Olympian How to improve learning and memory Full Transcript (Available on the website) Jonathan Levi Resources:   The Only Skill That Matters Personal website & portfolio: http://jle.vi Online courses & podcast - self-improvement: https://superhumanacademy.com  Online courses - content creation: http://brandingyou.academy   Facebook: http://fb.com/jonlevi Twitter: http://twitter.com/entreprenewer YouTube: http://jle.vi/youtube Instagram: http://instagram.com/entreprenewer LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/jonathanlevi   Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   SANEBOX Suffer from email overload? Bring Sane-ity back to your email inbox.  Click here for a free 14-day trial to Sanebox and get a $25 credit, by visiting sanebox.com/blbs   Copyright © 2020 Better Leaders Better Schools

Today, my guests need no introduction … I am honored to host Kim Marshall (of “The Marshall Memo) and Jenn David-Lang (of the Main Idea) to discuss their new book, The Best of the Marshall Memo. Show Highlights The importance of finding gaps and filling them Being good doesn’t mean that’s what you do best The unexpected benefit of writing The Marshall Memo Why Kim considers himself an “accidental educator.” The research behind tough conversations The research on teacher evaluation Full Transcript (Available here)   Resources & Contact Info:   The Best of the Marshall Memo Email Kim for a free chapter here Kim’s website Jenn’s website Jenn on Twitter Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   SANEBOX Suffer from email overload? Bring Sane-ity back to your email inbox.  Click here for a free 14-day trial to Sanebox and get a $25 credit, by visiting sanebox.com/blbs   Copyright © 2020 Better Leaders Better Schools

Over the past two decades (since she was in college) Jennifer has sculpted groundbreaking campaigns around youth empowerment, employment and entrepreneurship, bringing educational, government and corporate stakeholders together to impact millions.  Author of the New York Times Bestseller Secrets of the Young & Successful, Kushell is an advisor to leading global youth organizations, a delegate of several State Department led entrepreneurship missions, and a Youth Advisor at the UN. Building Exploring Your Potential is part of a lifelong quest to ensure no driven young person lacks access to opportunity to achieve their potential.   Students are intimately coached through Exploring Your Potential™ by Jennifer, who offers context, explains the relevance of key topics, and inspires action every step of the way. Jennifer Kushell Resources Her book Her personal website Exploring your potential website Jennifer on Twitter Looking for more? Read The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Join “The Mastermind” Read the latest on the blog   Full Transcript (Available on the website)   Show Sponsors ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up.   It’s December, half of the 2019 school year has come and gone and I bet I could predict one thing you're feeling right now, tired! You've been putting in a lot of work and I hope, ruckus maker, that you’ve seen the fruit of your labor. Jethro Jones joins the show from the Transformative Principal. We are going to talk about avoiding burnout and personalized communication. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points Meet Jethro Jones Burnout Never give up Power of Motivation Five steps improvement plan Approach to understand people Mastermind Advice to make a difference   Key Milestones of the Episodes [03:55] Getting to know Jethro [05:09] The story involving burnout [08:23] Importance of not giving up [10:40] How to motivate others [17:08] How to impact on others [18:20] Five steps to single Focus School Improvement plan [26:55] What is Mastermind [29:01] One thing for ruckus makers to remember   Key Quotes “Burnout can happen at any time.” “When a leader gets better. Everybody wins.” “I think that's a really great way to approach this because you have to know them and you have to know what makes them tick and what I found is the things that make people really happy or really sad are the things that are most important to them because most teachers are just going to come and say this is what I need to make me happy and successful.” “If you're not at the level right now, then don't feel like you're not doing the best that you can.” “If you get the right people in the room-magic is created as a result.” “Remember the power that you have to affect people's lives for good.”   About Our Guest Jethro Jones, 2017 NASSP Digital Principal of the Year, is a principal in Fairbanks, Alaska, and host of Transformative Principal, where he interviews principals, leaders, and influencers who help improve K-12 education throughout the world. Jethro is a leading consultant for principals through masterminds and helps schools create school improvement plans that actually work. Resources Emotional Intelligence 2.0 LinkedIn   Tip of the Week Get the right people on the bus:  We have all heard a million times, but it is worth saying again, “Get the right people on the bus”. It is a Hidden Jim Collins’ gem in his book “Good to Great”. He discusses how important it is to have the right people in your organization. So you really need to think about it, figure out who you need in what positions and then you need to act on it. It's one thing to just think about it, but you do need to act on it. So make sure that you are getting the right people on your bus.    Show Some Love     BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS              $1/MONTH     DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE!     LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀   Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Nobody is born with ownership and resilience. It is a muscle one needs to build. How do you go about building the resilience and ownership? In today’s episode, we are joined by Winston Clement. He will be taking us through the process of developing the ownership and resilience muscle.  We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points Introduction of Winston Clement The victim mentality Managing change, stress and mental health The power of having a morning routine How does Winston measure success? Winston’s dream school   Key Milestones of the Episodes [04:56] Getting to know Winston [08:21] Dealing with the victim mentality [12:46] Managing change, stress and mental health [14:47] Stepping out of the comfort zone and being proactive [19:14] What keeps Winston in check? [20:13] Importance of a morning routine [25:08] How does Winston measure success? [31:57] What message would Winston have on a school marquee? [34:56] Winston’s dream school   Key Quotes “Your dreams start before you're ready.” “People crazy enough to think that they can change the world are the ones who actually do.” “You almost have to be a little bit crazy to believe that you can do something so audacious.” “It’s no longer about Winston it’s about the impact and hopefully, my journey of leaving this world a better place.” “Be creative and find ways to win even when those causes are not dealt in your favor.” “We are always seeking ways to develop and not getting comfortable, which I believe is almost the enemy of progress.” “It feels good to be the big baby when things don't go your way because now you have all the attention.”   About Our Guest Winston Clement is a speaker and trainer, empowering audiences worldwide to break through their own barriers. Winston's mission is to inspire 1 billion people to enlist their full human potential. In 2018 he delivered a TEDx talk titled, your limitations are an illusion. They had a massive impact. Mine. Contact Winston at:  work@winstonclemente.com  LinkedIn   Tip of the Week Take pictures. Make sure you have somebody with you, whether it be a student or a staff member or somebody you can rely on to take pictures. It's so important because you need to capture those memories with the kids and you need to be able to have something in a file somewhere when it's time to do celebrations or for graduation that you could put together a video slideshow quickly. Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. As a new principal you are trying to figure out just who you are.  What your leadership voice is, and the footprint and legacy that you'll leave behind. How do you start to make change happen? How do you gain the trust, credibility and build relationships that you'll need to take the school to the next level? In today’s episode, our guest Heather Bell Williams is one of our ruckus makers who has a better idea about how to do this, how she would build her dream school and building leadership in teachers. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points     Introduction to Heather     Footsteps of principals     Inviting people for change     Community innovation     How would you build your dream school?     Building leadership in teachers     Message for self-awareness     Top three priorities     Advice to make a difference   Key Milestones of the Episodes [04:27] Introduction to Heather [05:13] Following the footsteps [10:25] Inviting people to the change [13:12] Aha moments [19:00] Community Innovation [24:55] Building leadership [29:19] Pre-testing and post-testing [30:10] Heather’s message [31:53] Heather’s top three priorities [33:09] Advice from Heather   Key Quotes “The amazing gift to give your kids to just give them unfiltered undivided attention and pour into their lives.” “How can we make some subtle shifts to add value to these kids’ lives and  continue to help them and push them?” “You're not limited by any resources. You're only limitations your imagination.” “I look back on my journey here in this building so much of a thing so many of the things that we had to overcome.”   About Our Guest Heather is a Chief Ruckus maker of a small school in St. Stephen, New Brunswick where she and her husband have lived for 20 years.  They have raised two great sons with a focus on community engagement. She is most proud of the summer intervention camp, on-site daycare, and the employment of a family coordinator whose sole job is to get kids to school.   Resources  Emotional Intelligence 2.0   Tip of the Week Training, Mentoring and Leading Students: Be a principal that trains, mentors and leads a group of students.  This will put you back in touch with the kids and with some of the things in the classroom.  Putting yourself in position and sharing your knowledge with students build relationships quicker than you'll ever imagine.   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. In today’s episode, our guest Robert Breyer is one of our ruckus makers who will share his story with you. He has served as a classroom teacher and administrator for the past fourteen years. He has some brilliant ideas about business and to execute his plans he has launched a podcast. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points Introduction to Robert Starting of Podcast business Importance of building confidence Leaving comfort zone Making an emotional connection AP to the principal transformation Importance of learning Take away from the conversation   Key Milestones of the Episodes [05:32] Introduction to Robert Breyer [07:16]  Starting of podcast [13:28]  Aha moments [18:36]  AP to Principal [23:50]  Importance of building confidence [26:08]  Gift for Ruckus Maker [33:30]  Leaving comfort zone [36:49]  First book of Daniel [43:41]  Story for the Ruckus maker [45:58]  Demand of the business [47:55]  Take away from the conversation   Key Quotes “Isolation is the number one enemy of excellence and isolation is also a choice.” “Don't try to do everything for everybody.” “You don't have to do it alone.” “People will reveal what they need and why they need.” “People see themselves in the stories you tell.” “Leadership is service or if you're interested in business. That's just solving somebody's challenge.” “I'm looking at different ways to go to separate myself from others because there's a lot of people already doing this type of business. How do I make myself stand out?”   About Our Guest Robert Breyer has served as a classroom teacher and administrator for the past 14 years. He was selected to the first Sandhills Leadership Academy class, which is a selective process to prepare a cadre of highly effective school leaders for high needs schools These experiences have shaped Robert into a reflective and effective school leader who sets the example for his peers, teachers, and students. Robert is also the host of the Guiding Principals podcast.   Resources  Story Driven The Right Story The Compelling Communicator The Story Skills Workshop Join the mastermind Guiding Principals Podcast     Tip of the Week Honoring Students:  Follow the universities and honor your students with Magna Cum Laude, Summa Cum Laude and Cum Laude.  Get them ready for college. I've seen a school district do this and it was amazing because there are no questions asked about students weighted GPA’s and courses they took.  A student has to have a certain GPA and above to be at Magna, Summa and Cum Laude. It’s just a brilliant introduction to honoring deserving students and moving away from tradition.   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. In today’s episode, our guest Orly Friedman is one of our ruckus makers who will share her experience with you. She is the founder of a new K-8 school with a focus on developing a sense of urgency in all students. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points Introduction to Orly Friedman The story of Orly Building of efficient system for teachers Red bridge vs traditional schools Importance of grades Training of staff with OKRs Top three priorities Advice for Ruckus makers   Key Milestones of the Episodes [00:14] Introduction of Orly Friedman [04:14] Orly’s Story [05:29] Making of school  [12:20] Utilizing staff in different ways [15:51] How do grades put a stop to learning? [20:47] Orly’s learning [23:25] Example of a student or teacher’s goal [26:10] Training staff with OKRs [27:42] Top three priorities for building and school [29:59] Advice from Orly   Key Quotes “Once you are like the coach Mentor role the way that their day is scheduled is one-on-one meetings students.” “In traditional schools all of the structures and systems are really designed to reward compliance.” “We know what motivates the adults and the same thing is true for kids, so you can give students mastery, autonomy, purpose and meaningful relationship.  They are going to love coming to school and that’s true for students and teachers.”   About Our Guest Orly Friedman is the founder of Red bridge, a new K-8 school marching in San Francisco in September 2020. The focus of the school is developing a sense of agency in all students previously or they spent five years teaching Elementary School in Washington DC. She moved to California to get her MBA at Stanford after which she joined the founding team of Khan Lab School and work there for 4 years as head of lower school.   Resources  Twitter Website One World School House Measure What Matters Blog post on OKRs   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. What would you do if you walked into the doctor's office for what you thought was possibly kidney stones and instead the doctor looked at you in the eyes and said you have cancer. What would be your next step? In today’s episode, our guest Aubrey Patterson is one of our ruckus makers who will share his with you. He’s a cancer survivor and wanted to do something in education and set up an example. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points     Introduction to Aubrey     The story of Aubrey     How to face challenges in life     Simplify, Amplify and Clarify     About Management     Things that build you up     Top three priorities     Advice to make a difference   Key Milestones of the Episodes [03:55] Introduction to Aubrey Patterson [05:34] Aubrey’s Story [12:44] Concrete idea to face challenges in life [13:56] The message [19:28] Example to understand the message [21:52] What things build you up [27:16] Top three priorities [28:58] Advice from Aubrey to Ruckus makers   Key Quotes “If you don't change direction, you might just end up where you're headed.” “I always want students to feel significant.  I want the families, parents and teachers-every adult in the building to feel significant.  Not just today, but always” “The best way to become a stronger leader is to try to build leadership in others.” “Amazing teachers grow our leaders”. “To make a difference trust your gut.”   About Our Guest Aubrey has been a teacher, principal, and superintendent in a high performing school district in Western Canada.   Aubrey co-created Nohea Leadership to help EDUleaders use of technology to capture great ideas, recapture time and build exceptionally open and positive learning cultures. Nohea’s easily adaptable systems use three distinct stages that fall in succession like dominoes: simplifi, clarifi and amplifi. LinkedIn   Tip of the Week Start with the end in mind. What is the result that you are watching for the end of the year? You want to win, you want those kids to win, you want that achievement score to go up, and you want those kids to master skills. So, always start with the end in mind.  Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Do you have a dream of writing and publishing a book, but you do not go how to about it?  Everyone has a book inside them. The problem is how to transform it into reality.    In today’s episode, our guest Caleb is one of our ruckus makers who thinks he has a book inside him. Danny coaches Caleb on how to find the book within and the process of how to write and publish his book. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points  Introduction to Caleb Finding the time to write Brainstorming your book topic Dealing with Imposter Syndrome Developing your audience and identity Finding a publisher and presenting your book Understanding self-publishing Caleb's next step   Key Milestones of the Episodes [00:35] Introduction to Caleb Bonjour [07:27] Committing and setting time aside for writing [11:35] Brainstorming your book topic [17:43] imposter syndrome and how to deal with it [20:48] Developing your audience and identity [25:11] Pitching a publisher [28:20] Understanding self-publishing [31:46] Caleb's next step   Key Quotes “You can't please everyone.” “Humans are imperfect beings, so we do make mistakes.” “Amazing educators take the opportunity to write a book and tell their story or shared some of their knowledge and wisdom.” “You need to write a bunch of garbage to get to the goal.” “Your job is to create the content.” “What sets successful people apart from others - even though we all have that inner critic - is that they act professionally...” “You get more creative control if you're self-publish.”   Key Resources  1. James Woosley 2. Jennifer Harshman   About Our Guest Caleb Bonjour is a fun loving educator that strives to be a lifelong learner. He has an amazing, supportive wife Amanda, a talkative and rambunctious five-year-old son Lincoln, and a 3 year old daughter McKinley. They also have three great dogs, Milo (an American Bulldog), Willow (a Cocker Spaniel), and Rosie (A Fox Red Labrador that is training to be a therapy dog for schools). Caleb loves being with his family, watching and playing sports, listening to many varieties of music, and learning more and more leadership and education on a daily basis. Caleb strives to be the best educator he can be through studying best practices and constantly changing or adapting his practices to reach all students and staff. He has taught and coached with Pella Community Schools and Grundy Center Community Schools and is in his second administrative position as Principal of Cardinal Elementary in the Maquoketa Community School District.   Tip of the Week Loosen up: Stop taking yourself too seriously. Humans are imperfect beings, so we do make mistakes. Sometimes we trip, we might spill our coffee on ourselves. You need to laugh at yourself and tell people those kind of stories. Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Imagine a 10-year-old student is invited to your staff meeting, and he stands courageously in front of 60 to 80 adults. His task to present the data which he's researched and collected on staff implementation of a new aspect of a student-designed curriculum. The results are that only half the staff is implementing with fidelity, and the student challenges the team to level up their game. You are probably wondering how you can give your students such a voice. Our guest today tells us how she has managed to empower the students' voice in her school.  Listen in, get inspired, and learn. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points  The birth of student voice empowerment in Melissa's school Challenges and setbacks when children are given so much voice Negative and positive impacts of student voice empowerment Implementing student voice empowerment Melissa's dream school    Key Milestones of the Episodes  [03:01]  Tip of the week.  [04:52]  Melissa Clark's Introduction  [08:08]  How Melissa started the student voice empowerment  [13:25]  Challenges and setbacks when students are given so much voice  [16:58]  Positive impacts from a student's voice  [23:24]  Everything is about learning  [28:57]  Melissa's top three priorities for her dream school   Key Quotes "The secret to improving our impact and to really make the change as leaders is to ask students what they need." "As teachers that we underestimate the power of a child."  "We discovered that the secret was to improve our impact as classroom teachers and to simply ask students what they need." "Student voice could go so much further than just making a difference in classroom practice. They're actually the untapped change agents within a school as well."   Key Resources   Pivot (online platform for student voice)   About Our Guest Melissa Clarke is a Principal and coach who has worked in primary schools for the last 20 years. Melissa believes strongly in providing teachers with ‘permission’ to try innovative practice and believes through coaching and personalised professional learning staff will be empowered to be the best they can be while ensuring all teachers are on a journey of ongoing improvement. Her interests include high quality literacy teaching in the classroom, visible learning and the activation of student voice to empower learners. Melissa has taught all grades from K-6 and worked with students from a range of backgrounds and support needs.   Tip of the Week Be the best at one thing: Be really darn good at one thing. Be an expert in that. Find what you're passionate about, be an expert in that and then hire others to be good at other things or empower your assistants to be good at the other things that you as a leader need to be active and an expert in at least one thing plus one to hire others.   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   The Conrad Challenge The Conrad Challenge unleashes the potential of students to solve the world’s most difficult problems. Register until November 1, 2019 at The Conrad Challenge   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools  

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Did you know that you can borrow ideas from other industries and implement them in your schools? Some people have tried, and they have succeeded.  One of those people is Maria Piccolo Mattoon, who happens to be our guest today. She is the first person from the Learning Community to be interviewed on the show. Maria is a board member at Birla public school in Qatar. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points  Maria’s introduction Learning from other industries and implementing in schools OODA Loop How are promotions done at Birla School? Retaining top talents Happiness KPIs Importance of partnership building with the local community Maria’s dream school    Key Milestones of the Episodes [03:50]  Tip of the Week [06:07]  Maria’s introduction [07:47]  Implementing ideas borrowed from other industries [09:27]  OODA loop reflection technique [10:31]  The department of capacity building [12:07]  How are promotions done at Birla School? [13:05]  Pitfalls to avoid when promoting from within  [14:13] The secret to retaining top talent [17:57]  Happiness KPIs [21:17]  What is the most important thing when creating local partnerships? [25:06]  Maria’s dream school   Key Quotes “The person with the fewest blind spots wins.” “You need to go to bed early, make yourself do it. You will be more productive during the day, and you will get more things done. At six o’clock, you should shut it off.” “From being in a variety of industries, you expose yourself to a variety of risk profiles.” “Our team is like a family.” “We invest in our people’s professional development and growth and advancement for all of them, all members of our team across all levels.” “We like to look at unusual places to see what insights can be gleaned from there as well.” “Our life is only limited by our own imagination, not the imagination of others.” “We have an amazing generation, and they can do really great things if they can imagine that act based on their own imagination and what they want for their own life.” ” Children are so different and so unique, and it’d be nice to cater to all of them. “   Key Resources  Zero to One by Peter Thiel OODA Loop Steve Francis Website   About Our Guest Maria Pakalomattom is a Board member at Birla Public School, a private school with over 7500 students in Qatar. She has led various initiatives at the school covering the strategic, academic, operational and financial aspects. Maria has investments in ventures across sectors as an entrepreneur, but education is her favorite. Maria studied at Columbia University, where she focused on finance and entrepreneurship. LinkedIn Tip of the Week Go to bed early.  Just like eating right and exercising, there is immense value in getting appropriate rest.  I make terrible decisions when I’m tired and i’m no fun to be around. I love Michael Hyatt’s post on the importance of rest.   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   The Conrad Challenge The Conrad Challenge unleashes the potential of students to solve the world’s most difficult problems. Register until November 1, 2019 at The Conrad Challenge   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up.   As a school head, you can't make ruckus sitting in your office with the four walls surrounding you and all the business of public education happening out in the school. Our guest today, Andy Lindsay tell us how he built himself a mobile office which ended up as a learning inspiration for an autistic student in the school.   We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points      What is a mobile office?     The development and advancement of Andy’s mobile office     The unintended consequences of the mobile office     Andy’s communication system between him and the teachers     What is the French fries challenge   Key Milestones of the Episodes [03:50]  Andy’s introduction [05:25]  What’s a mobile office? [06:08]  Development and advancement of Andy’s mobile office [09:44]  The unintended consequences of the mobile office [13:11]  The communication system [17:01]  The French fries challenge [22:33]  Danny’s ideal stuff profile [29:06]  Danny’s top three priorities for his dream school   Key Quotes “Isolation is the number one enemy of excellence and it is also a choice.” “Sometimes we exist in a vacuum of natural talent and that will only get us so far.” “Effective school leaders need to connect with others that can help them accelerate their growth and pass their knowledge on to as well.” “You're the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” “You can't make ruckus sitting in your office with the four walls surrounding you and all the business of public education happening out in the school.” “There are so many neat opportunities out there that are not in textbooks, but they're real.” “Helpful teachers have to be helpful by nature.” “Passion will lead you to success more than a desire for money.” “I can inspire their passion, but they've got to have it in the corner to begin with.” “We cannot be inflexible in any way. Flexibility has to be part of our part of everyday life for us.”    Key Resources  School Leadership Reimagined Podcast- Robyn Jackson School Leadership Series with Daniel Bauer   About Our Guest Andy Lindsey has worked in public education for 22 years as a teacher, coach, tech leader, mentor association leader and Dean of Students. For the past five years, Andy has served as an assistant principal, he has won statewide awards in Michigan as a first year teacher, social studies teacher and as an assistant principal. His secret sauce is passion for learning, leadership and kids. LinkedIn   Tip of the Week Network! Sometimes we exist in a vacuum of natural talent and that will only get us so far. So effective school leaders need to connect with others that can help them accelerate their growth and pass their knowledge on to as well.   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS      $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   The Conrad Challenge The Conrad Challenge unleashes the potential of students to solve the world’s most difficult problems. Register until November 1, 2019 at The Conrad Challenge   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up.   Why is career advancement for women more difficult than it is for men? What can women do to fight the bias at workplaces?   People put you into buckets based on who they perceive you to be. Women have had it all rough. Their ambitions and competence get questioned all the time. For instance, how can she deliver at work yet she has a baby to nurture? How can she be so ambitious?   Our guests today are here to help us understand how we can fight bias at workplaces. According to our guests, it all begins with demonstrating confidence, even when you are not confident.   Women are very often perceived as too weak, too sweet, too nice to be effective. If they’re very effective, then they’re considered to be unpleasant and unlikeable.   We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com    Key Talking Points  How to deal with stereotyping that comes from transitioning from a smaller firm to a larger firm Where do we begin the journey of being comfortable to talk about our accomplishments? How can we enroll men in the bias conversation, and how can we get them to invest in the needed change? Goldilocks dilemma   Key Milestones of the Episodes  [03:22]  Transitioning from a smaller firm to a larger firm. How to deal with the stereotyping  [06:26]  Talking about our accomplishments  [07:42]  How can we engage men in the conversation against bias?  [11:10]  Goldilocks dilemma   Key Quotes   “The way we present ourselves gives other people an idea of who we are.”   “The balance between communal and agentic behaviors is dependent on the ability to manage the impressions that you create that other people have of you.”    Key Resources  Website Twitter It's Not You It's the Workplace: Women's Conflict at Work and the Bias that Built It by Andrea S. Kramer and Alton  B. Harris   About Our Guest Andie Kramer and Al Harris are married practicing lawyers. They have been mentoring women and speaking and writing about gender communication for more than 30 years. Andie and Al offer women unique, balanced, and highly practical advice they can use to prevent gender biases from slowing or derailing their careers.     Join the BLBS Mastermind  What kind of leader makes a good mastermind member?  Danny asks members that he already serves and this it what they said about their peers:    Mastermind members are supportive, wise and not afraid to kick your butt! ~Eileen, Deputy Head of Schools in China   Courageous, risk takers and learners are how I describe my mastermind peers. ~Chris, VP in Canada   Mastermind members are generous, driven and are never satisfied with the status quo. ~Melody, Principal in Kentucky   If that sounds like you or people you want to surround yourself with apply today at https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/mastermind/   **Our 5th mastermind cohort is launching and is hands down the best professional development a leader can engage in.  Join Today!**   Tip of the Week Be Consistent:  Consistency leads to trust.  Make sure you are doing what you say you are going to do each day.  Follow through and be consistent with your teachers. Your authentic leadership depends on it.   People love a leader who they trust.   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   The Conrad Challenge The Conrad Challenge unleashes the potential of students to solve the world’s most difficult problems. Register until November 1, 2019 at The Conrad Challenge   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. What is Courage? How can you lead with Courage? Today we are honored to have Amanda Valenzuela on the show. Amanda will tell us what it takes to lead with Courage. According to our guest, Courage is asking that pesky question that you don’t want to ask at the end of the admin meeting because you know, it needs to be asked. How often do you hold back on something just because you think it doesn’t matter, but deep inside, you know you need to ask? Amanda takes us through how she leads with Courage. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points  Amanda’s introduction Courage Leading with Courage How to find a voice    Key Milestones of the Episodes [01:22]  Amanda’s introduction [09:14]  What is Courage? [10:57]  Leading with Courage [19:09]  Finding your voice [28:51]  Amanda’s top 3 priorities   Key Quotes “When you’re on your path, the universe will conspire to help you.” “If you are going to find your voice and you’re going to be willing to share your voice, you have to like yourself, and you have to believe that other people like you and or that what you have to say matters or no one’s going to listen to you.” “As a woman, there’s no reason I can’t do anything that anyone else does.” “You just can’t be worried about being popular all the time.” “If you’re going to hold back, then there’s no way that your team can trust you.” “Courage is asking that pesky question that you don’t want to ask at the end of the admin meeting because you know, it needs to be asked.”   Key Resources  Dare to Lead- Brenae Brown’s The Conrad Challenge   About Our Guest Amanda Valenzuela, native of Southern California, is the Upper School Coordinator and the Languages Department Head. She completed her undergraduate studies at California State University, Fullerton in Spanish Linguistics and Literature, and her graduate studies at UCLA, where she earned a Masters in Spanish and Ph.D. Candidacy in Hispanic Languages and Literatures. As a school leader, she credits the NAIS Diversity Leadership Institute (DLI) for building her capacity to support equitable and inclusive educational practices at ESLA. During the 2019-2020 school year, Amanda is teaching Global Citizenship Through the Lens of Recent Spanish Cinema and AP Spanish Language and Culture. Amanda is also a 2019-2020 Leadership and Design Fellow (L+D) and a contributor to California World Language Project (CWLP) & the California Global Education Project. Amanda loves surfing, hiking, motorcycles, and storytelling. LinkedIn Tip of the Week Build a team:  As you develop relationships within the organization take note of everyone’s strengths.  Build your team on complimentary pieces. In fact, build the team to bolster your weaknesses as a leader.  Do you have a school improvement team, a leadership team, or a data team? Effective school leaders build teams that can support their efforts.   Show Some Love     BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS              $1/MONTH     DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE!     LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   The Conrad Challenge The Conrad Challenge unleashes the potential of students to solve the world’s most difficult problems. Register until November 1, 2019 at The Conrad Challenge   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Do you know students can advise you in ways that you cannot imagine?  Dr. Marcus Campbell tells us how his students helped him come up with the dress code for the school.  Additionally, Dr. Campbell tells us how his school changed the status quo and got more students to the AP classes regardless of their race. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com    Key Talking Points  How Marcus implemented dressing code in his school Race vs. Gender Breaking the status quo of the AP classes Being a better decision maker   Key Milestones of the Episodes [05:10]  The history of dress codes [06:15]  Adopting the Oregon chapter [10:59]  What shift happened to the dress code? [17:02]  Access and equity to AP classes [24:47]  How Marcus makes decisions [27:41]  Self-care   Key Quotes “There's nothing worse than being inconsistent.” “If you say you're going to do something, follow through.” “Authentic leadership is a leader’s ability to lead with their mind their heart and their feet.” “If learning is our focus, let's focus on the learning and leave the dressing.” “Do what you have to do when you have to do it regardless of how you feel.”   Key Resources  Frederick Douglas by Dr. David Blight    About Our Guest Dr. Campbell earned his Ed.D. in Educational Leadership at National College of Education, National Louis University in the fall of 2015. Marcus Campbell also serves as the Assistant Superintendent/Principal at ETHS since 2013. In this role, he serves as the educational leader and chief administrator of all school operations at Evanston Township High School and is responsible for implementing and managing the policies, regulations, and procedures of the Board of Education to ensure that all students are educated and supported in a safe, equitable, culturally relevant and student-centered learning environment. Twitter   Join the BLBS Mastermind  What kind of leader makes a good mastermind member?  Danny asks members that he already serves and this it what they said about their peers:  Mastermind members are supportive, wise and not afraid to kick your butt! ~Eileen, Deputy Head of Schools in China Courageous, risk takers and learners are how I describe my mastermind peers. ~Chris, VP in Canada Mastermind members are generous, driven and are never satisfied with the status quo. ~Melody, Principal in Kentucky   If that sounds like you or people you want to surround yourself with apply today at https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/mastermind/ **Our 5th mastermind cohort is launching and is hands down the best professional development a leader can engage in.  Join Today!**   Tip of the Week Be Consistent:  Consistency leads to trust.  Make sure you are doing what you say you are going to do each day.  Follow through and be consistent with your teachers. Your authentic leadership depends on it.   People love a leader who they trust. Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   The Conrad Challenge The Conrad Challenge unleashes the potential of students to solve the world’s most difficult problems. Register until November 1, 2019 at The Conrad Challenge Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. How can you attack the white supremacy culture?  Why is it that we are so afraid to talk about race? Why is it so difficult for us to kick start the conversation? White supremacy has affected our schools but we are shy to talk about it.  Our Ruckus maker today takes us through the white supremacy issue in our schools and its remedy. Joe Truss is a fourth year principal of Visitation Valley Middle School in San Francisco. He is working to bring PBL to the hood and empower students to rise above the odds. In addition, Joe Truss is a leadership coach helping educators to engineer for equity. He focuses on long-term planning, racial equity in the transformation of adult culture. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com    Key Talking Points  The journey to end white supremacy culture White supremacy in our organizations and schools The illusion of objectivity   Key Milestones of the Episodes  [07:06] Joe’s introduction  [08:56] Joe’s catalyst to pursue white supremacy  [11:20] First attempt to fighting racism  [12:03] How to get back after defeat  [17:54] Implementing change and learning  [20:20] Is school an exercise of power hoarding?  [25:51] The great release and a sneak peek into the future.    Key Quotes “Vulnerability leads to authenticity and trust.” “We fight for equity because it's so important.” “School is an exercise of power hoarding.” “People can drive their own learning once they want to.” “Decolonize your mind.”   Key Resources  Culturally Responsive Leadership Culturally Responsive Leadership 1   About Our Guest Joe Truss is a 4th year Principal of Visitacion Valley Middle School, in San Francisco. He is working to bring PBL to the hood and empower students to rise above the odds. In addition, Joe Truss is a Leadership Coach helping educators to engineer for equity. He focuses on long term planning racial equity and the transformation of adult culture.  Twitter   Tip of the Week Being Vulnerable: Let those you lead know that you are human.  Let them know that you are passionate about everything you are working on. Being vulnerable leads to authenticity and trust.  Trust is so important and with trust you can accomplish almost anything. Listen to the podcast for an excellent vulnerability activity you can do with your teachers and teachers can do with students.  Being vulnerable is an excellent characteristic of a strong leader.   Join the BLBS Mastermind  What kind of leader makes a good mastermind member?  Danny asks members that he already serves and this it what they said about their peers:  Mastermind members are supportive, wise and not afraid to kick your butt! ~Eileen, Deputy Head of Schools in China Courageous, risk takers and learners are how I describe my mastermind peers. ~Chris, VP in Canada Mastermind members are generous, driven and are never satisfied with the status quo. ~Melody, Principal in Kentucky If that sounds like you or people you want to surround yourself with apply today at https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/mastermind/   **Our 5th mastermind cohort is launching and is hands down the best professional development a leader can engage in.  Join Today!**   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   The Conrad Challenge The Conrad Challenge unleashes the potential of students to solve the world’s most difficult problems. Register until November 1, 2019 at The Conrad Challenge Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. We all know there a times when we have to “tell like it is” in a conversation. Yet, there is no roadmap to having these conversations. How you do give clear feedback without sounding rude or inconsiderate? How do we create environments where staff can move from “being nice” to telling us the truth when it matters? These are the questions (and more) that Joseph and TJ cover in this episode We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points  The need for authentic feedback and criticism Why candor is more about being specific vs just being honest Why clear expectations should be the foundation of every relationship you build How to give conversation with candor and clear expectations Ensuring accountability within yourself Creating an environment where candid conversations can really happen    Key Milestones of the Episodes [7:20] How do we break out a culture of trying to be nice all the time [9:00] What are some common misperceptions people have about having candid conversations? [17:35] What should we do if our best practices and strategies aren’t working? [24:22] Being candid with yourself [26:50] How to encourage candid conversations with staff [29:17] How do we empower teachers to be more candid leaders?   Key Quotes “Very often when we talk about candor,it’s associated with being rude..” “Unfortunately, we often miss the mark in order to help people...because we sugarcoat things.” “The relationship is far better when we have a firm ground on which to start it.” “With precision, you can go faster.”   Key Resources  Candid and Compassionate Feedback by Joseph Jones & Dr. TJ Vari Nuance: Why Some Leaders Succeed and Others Fail by Michael Fullen   About Our Guests Both of our guests are school administrators and educators. Dr. Joseph Jones is the Director of Assessment and Accountability in the New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District. Dr. T.J. Vari is the Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools and District Operations in the Appoquinimink School District. Dr. Jones and Dr. Vari are co-authors of the new book: Candid and Compassionate Feedback: Transforming Everyday Practice in Schools. Dr. TJ Vari LinkedIn Dr. Joseph Jones LinkedIn   Tip of the Week The Angry Parent: Always direct the angry parent back to the teacher.  The parent should always go to the teacher first as they are in the trenches and may have information the parent needs to possibly solve the issue at hand,  This is an important step as 99% of the time the issue will be handled at the teacher level and empowers the teacher and adds respect and trust.   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Where are you comfortable as a leader and where do you need to take the leap? Our guest today is a perfect example of what it means to step out of a comfort zone. Kristie Letter is an English teacher who decided to take a shift from teaching English to teaching innovation and design thinking. Such a great shift! Also, she is a creative writer with a book of short stories coming out this month. Listen in and I hope you will enjoy the episode. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points  Kristie’s introduction Kristie’s career shift journey The Conrad challenge Embracing failure Failure resume   Key Milestones of the Episodes [03:00]  Kristie’s introduction [04:01]  Kristie’s shift from teaching English to teaching innovation and creative design [09:30]  The Conrad challenge [11:52]  Embracing failure [12:42]  How can we benefit from collaboration? [13:37]  The failure resume [19:41]  Stepping out of the comfort zone [23:30]  Kristie’s dream school   Key Quotes “Every elite performer is incredibly self-aware.” “Failure is a powerful teacher and a prerequisite for innovation and success.” “By reflecting on your failures, learning from them and moving past them, you will level up.” “Recognize your nervousness and see that as an opportunity.” “We have to embrace this kind of failure because otherwise they, they can't keep ideating after the first idea fails if they don't have a staunch response to failure.” “Failure needs to be something that we teach and it needs to be something that we require.”   Key Resources  Fire in the Hole by Kristie Betts Letter Conrad Challenge Website   About Our Guest Kristie Letter is a teacher at a public charter in Lafayette, Colorado. Kristie is interested in how students and schools are afraid to fail. Her students won multiple awards in the Conrad Challenge. She is also a creative writer with a book of short stories coming out in late September called Fire in the Hole.  Conrad Challenge Twitter: @ConradChallenge Kristie Letter Twitter: @kristieletter   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSOR The Conrad Challenge The Conrad Challenge unleashes the potential of students to solve the world’s most difficult problems. Register until November 1, 2019 at The Conrad Challenge   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Emotions are something we carry around with us 24/7, yet we only let them out for a few hours at home. Why? Why do we limit our emotions to such a small part of our day when they can have such a big impact on our life? Christie Mann, author, leadership coach, and spiritual psychologist explores these questions through her own story as a 13-year old with a father in jail and mistaken belief that suppressing emotions was the best way forward. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points  Christie’s origin story of emotional recovery Why Christie feels children and adults need to have emotional wellness How to get started with expressing your emotions in a healthy way The power of transforming challenges into your life into lessons and gifts The “Cape On!” message Christie has for children and adults Different ways that adults can (accidentally) teach kids to suppress emotions Including emotional wellness in the curriculum for stronger kids and adults     Key Milestones of the Episodes [7:00] Christie’s origin story [9:10] Addressing emotional intelligence in children & adults [11:40] How would you start learning how to work with your emotions, instead of suppressing them? [16:07] How do you reframe challenges as gifts? [20:23] What is the bigger “Why” behind your mission? [24:05] The bad things we say as adults that emotionally harm our children   Key Quotes “Part of the story was ‘I can’t feel emotions because there’s no time for it and there’s no space to be sad.” “There is...much more demand for people to bring their full self to work.” “I like to think about how much energy we put into suppressing our emotions.” “I had to train myself how to allow emotions to come up in a healthy and responsible way because I’ve suppressed them for so long….” “When we tell children in our world not to have the emotion...that is actually shutting down the emotion.”   Key Resources  Adventures of Little Sass by Christie Mann Christie Mann’s website The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday   About Our Guest Christie Mann has made it her mission to fulfill her purpose of being a leader who develops leaders. Christie is a best-selling author, spiritual psychologist, leadership coach, speaker and Kundalini Yoga & Meditation teacher who designs and facilitates transformational content that make our world a healthier place to be. A proud member of CTI’s Faculty and Organizational Coaching teams and the creator of The Adventures of Lil’ Sass, a series of emotional wellness books for young people.  Join the Adventure here: www.lilsass.com  @adventuresoflilsass  Website Twitter   Tip of the Week Don’t change anything as a first year principal: As a first year principal you need to take the time to develop relationships.  Know your people and observe what is what and how everything meshes together. Change is difficult and is much easier when trust has been built with your employees.  Be an active listener and focus on building strong relationships with your staff prior to making any changes.    Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. If education is about the future, why do we spend more time checking boxes versus innovating? Why do we highlight innovative educational programs only to repeat the same things we do every year in school? These are the questions Dr. Elizabeth Micci tackles in this episode of Better Leaders, Better School. Dr. Micci shares with us her practices (like getting up at 5:45 to hike) and her experiences that led her to reflect and make a dramatic change to help create authentic and fun learning experiences for her students. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points  Why she gets up at 5:45 to hike with others Her graduate experience at Harvard and research on making powerful school change How to create unique and real-world experiences, even on a small “this is all we have from the county” budget The importance and practice of reflection   Key Milestones of the Episodes [6:00] So...you get up before 5:45 ...to hike? [7:33] What are some tips on improving your willpower to get up early and exercise? [11:14] Dr. Micci’s experience and research at the Harvard University Graduate School of Education [14:00] How did your experiences at the graduate school impact you? [19:00] What are some examples of school projects that used unique, real-world experiences? [25:25] How would you respond to critics of your real-world experience approach?   Key Quotes “Getting up and getting that workout in before the day start adds a level of energy to out day that we didn’t have before.” “Content, in the real world, is always integrated.”  “We always say things in education like ‘Design with the end in mind’, but if you look at how operate, this infrequently happens.” “It’s about asking yourself ‘What are you really trying to do, teach this student that’s right in front of you or check a box.” “...look at the broader world as your classroom.”   Key Resources  This is Marketing by Seth Godin A Beautiful Constraint Immunity to Change Don’t forget to catch more episodes and resources at the Better Leaders Better Schools website.   About Our Guest Beginning her career in education with Teach For America, Elizabeth taught secondary English before going on to co-found and administrate a college preparatory academy in Houston, TX. She returned to graduate school for her Doctor of Education Leadership degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, joining The Harbour School in 2017 as a researcher and member of the high school humanities faculty. Elizabeth was named High School Principal at THS in July 2018.   Dr. Elizabeth Micci’s Contact Info Twitter LinkedIn   Tip of the Week Do No Be a Workaholic: Make sure you are balancing your life and no spending all of your time a school.  Leaders need downtime and time to reflect. Take that time whenever you can. Don’t stay at school late at night in your office.  Go home, find a new routine to help balance your personal and professional life. Model this for your teachers as well. They cannot be workaholics either! Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. For some teachers and administrators, discipline is something that is to be dealt with.” If a child acts up in class, write them up or send them to principal. But for Nathan a child “acting up” isn’t something to just be dealt with. It’s a student reacting to something. That “something” is what Nathan believes we need to figure out and support. He shows us how to uncover that “something” and use it to build relationships that create better students and better leaders. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points      The story of Luka, a powerful lesson in restorative conversations     Understanding what restorative conversations look like     Dealing with criticisms about restorative conversations     The Big “Why”- Why it’s important to support emotionally intelligent students   Key Milestones of the Episodes [3:15]The powerful story of Luka [7:33] What are some tips on improving your willpower to get up early and exercise? [10:00] Doing restorative conversations: Why are open-ended conversations important? [12:07} Doing reflective conversations: How does a restorative conversation look like? [19:25] How would you deal with critics and skeptics of the “restorative conversation” method? [22:44] BehaviorFlip   Key Quotes “The best thing to do is to build a relationship with as many people as possible.” “When you’re having a restorative conversation, the main component is you want to seek to understand.” “I’ve always said that no matter what I do, that’s the population [I choose to work with]: underserved, underprivileged, at-risk….” “Any support that we can put in place...is really going to make the world a better place.” “Seek to understand every behavior in the school.”   Key Resources  Hacking School Discipline: 9 Ways to Create a Culture of Empathy and Responsibility Using Restorative Justice (Hack Learning Series) Paperback BehaviorFlip Hacking School Discipline: 9 Ways to Create a Culture of Empathy and Responsibility Using Restorative Justice by Nathan Maynard https://twitter.com/NmaynardEdu https://twitter.com/BehaviorFlip   About Our Guest Nathan is a co-author of Hacking School Discipline: 9 Ways to Create a Culture of Empathy and Responsibility Using Restorative Justice. He also is the Co-Founder and acting CEO of BehaviorFlip. He is passionate about addressing the school-to-prison pipeline crisis and closing the achievement gap through implementing trauma-informed behavioral practices.    Contact Info Twitter LinkedIn    Show Some Love     BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS              $1/MONTH     DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE!     LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. What makes a great presentation? How can two presenters give the same presentation and yet only gets the audience’s attention? These are questions Dr. Horvath explores with us in this episode. Dr. Horvath, a researcher and educator, breaks down the science behind great presentations and how you can improve your next “ I-have-to-give-a-presentation-for-my job-or school” experience with basic tips that you can apply in less time than it takes to create a PowerPoint theme. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com    Key Talking Points      Why stories are the best thing you can focus on in a presentation     The 2 basic powerful storylines any presenter can use to improve their skills     Obstacles to telling stories (and how to overcome them) to make better presentations     1-minute hacks you can use to improve your PowerPoint today   Key Milestones of the Episodes [5:30] Why do stories impact us?  [9:01] How do you start storytelling?  [13:00] Using anchors in your story to grab your audience’s attention [14:00} Simulation: Why you should stories with your audience, not at them  [15:24] Synchrony: What happens when brains think the same story  [18:00] Obstacles to good story-telling  [20:00] How to deal with the pressure to stop obsessing over the test  [24:10] How do you improve your PowerPoint skills?   Key Quotes “There is no such thing as a standalone fact in the brain.” “Stories are how we think.” “Your audience can’t read and listen.” “Right now...we tend to elevate science above all else.” “Prep everything before you PowerPoint.” “Ditch the words. Add images.”   Key Resources  Stop Talking, Start Influencing: 12 Insights From Brain Science to Make Your Message Stick Imeglobal Courses   Other resources TedTalk   CV: https://d2saw6je89goi1.cloudfront.net/uploads/digital_asset/file/384940/Jared_Cooney_Horvath-CV.pdf   Don’t forget to catch more episodes and resources at the Better Leaders Better Schools website. Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   About Our Guest Jared Cooney Horvath is a cognitive neuroscientist with expertise in human learning, memory, and brain stimulation. He earned his Master's degree from Harvard University and his Doctorate from the University of Melbourne. In 2018, Dr. Horvath co-founded LME Global to bring his pioneering brain and behavioral research to teachers, organizations and professionals looking to boost their performance and gain a competitive edge. To inquire about booking Dr. Horvath for a speaking engagement, or to view his online courses and training material, visit www.lmeglobal.net Twitter LinkedIn jared.cooney.horvath@gmail.com jared.horvath@unimelb.edu.au   Show Some Love     BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS              $1/MONTH     DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE!     LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Testing, testing, testing… It’s one of the things students (and teachers) hate and school policy makers seem to love...but is there a way outside “teaching to the test”? Is there a way to create and test learning experiences that aren’t multiple choice or essay. Dr. Jones believes it is possible to learn without “teaching the test”. She shares a unique experience that gave her the courage to stop obsessing over the test and push the boundaries without fear of criticism. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points  The unique learning experience that almost escaped the End-of-Course test Dealing with overwhelm as a busy teacher, administrator, or business owner Finding the inspiration behind the chaos Dealing with criticism Creating successful change in a world filled with lots of paperwork policies, and delays   Key Milestones of the Episodes [3:45] How did you get to that point where you stop obsessing over the pressure to “teach the test”? [9:00] Dealing with overwhelm [15:00] Creating authentic learning experiences and what to do when you hit gridlock [20:00] How to deal with the pressure to stop obsessing over the test [24:10] Dealing with jealousy from your peers [27:15] How did you make successful change with reluctant school leaders and teachers?   Key Quotes “Let your heart and creativity guide your teaching.” “What we do is amazing. To be an educator is an art ...Don't forget!” “Paperwork is just there as a boundary pieces.”   Key Resources  A Recipe for Success Using SAS University Edition: How to Plan Your First Analytics Project The Dot Consulting The Dottie Rose Foundation Don’t forget to catch more episodes and resources at the Better Leaders Better Schools website.   Other resources Stop Motion App (IOS & Android) SAS Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   About Our Guest Dr. Sharon Jones, EdD is a former Career & Technical Education teacher turned CEO and founder of thedot.consulting and founder of The Dottie Rose Foundation, author, Senior Technical Trainer at Central Piedmont Community College and podcaster for Lady Tech Charmers. Twitter LinkedIn   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Most of us associate writing in a journal with a school assignment or something to do when you get the time. But a journal can be a lot more. A journal can be a practical tool to help you be a better leader. In this talk, Aaron Morris shares why a journal can be a powerful tool to help you reinvent, reflect, and redirect your professional life so you can be a better leader ...especially when your life changes in ways that you didn’t expect We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points      Being a leader after you get promoted instead of your coworkers     How to reinvent yourself when an opportunity opens     Giving yourself permission to be authentic as a leader     Using a journal to gain more clarity about your life     “Journal hacks” - How to use your journal for smarter reflection & insight     Being comfortable with yourself     The cost and value of “entering the arena” as a leader    Key Milestones of the Episodes [5:40] How did you reinvent yourself? [12:50] How do you even start reinventing yourself? [14:35] Journal Hack: Using a journal to be a mind dump & detachment tool for clarity [15:47] Additional ways to detach [17:03] More journal hacks: Focusing on the mundane, making the “shift”, and more [25:50] Being authentic & courageous as a leader   Key Quotes “The one thing that has really been an AHA is continuously reflection on who I am..”  I keep asking myself, “Do I really want to be the person that didn’t leap?” “Courageous is contagious…” “Reflection is the key..”   Key Resources  Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts Don’t forget to catch more episodes and resources at the Better Leaders Better Schools website.   About Our Guest Aaron Morris is a former math teacher (despite having an English degree), who made a transition to a new school after being moved up to assistant principal. When he is not leading,, connecting, or reflecting, he is working on going back to Disney or with his family.   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/ Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. In this episode, Danny is going to do two things.   One, he’s going to share a handful of quotes that have really pushed his thinking in the past few months. This is a gift to you as it will push your thinking as well.  Two, Danny shares where BLBS is going over the next quarter and then talks briefly about goals and systems.  We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points  Do you have clearly established goals and a system to get you there, how would you rate yourself? Danny unpacks his goals and you’ll learn some goal setting advice and the system that turns vision into reality. Powerful quotes that will help you level up your leadership. The concept that originated in 16th century Japan. It’s called ichi-go, ichi-ee. OKRS and what they are.   Key Quotes 1.)  “Am I going to find my place in the world or make my place in the world?” This quote comes from a great book called Niche Down by Christopher Lochhead. Christopher was a guest on BLBS Episode 168: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/be-legendary-by-being-different/id1036167679?i=1000422486207   2.)  The next quote comes from a book called Reboot by Jerry Colonna. Jerry has his own podcast. He is a former financial guy and now coaches tech startup executives.  Jerry says, “The toughest part of being a leader -- is meeting the world as it is and not as we wish it to be.”   3.)  One of Danny’s favorite books is The Art of Possibility. He often talks about Rule #6 (which is a mastermind core value) and the practice of giving everyone an A. “Here’s the quote: “It’s all invented anyway, so we might as well invent a story or framework of meaning that enhances our quality of life and the life of those around us.”   Key Resources  Niche Down by Christopher Lochhead Reboot by Jerry Colonna The Art of Possibility by Rosamund Stone Zander and Benjamin Zander   This is Marketing by Seth Godin Measure what matters by John Doerr  Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap by Daniel Bauer Don’t forget to catch more episodes and resources at the Better Leaders Better Schools website.   How You Can Help Link Mastermind: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/mastermind Link to Go! Community: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/go   Tip of the Week Reflection: Take time to reflect on the previous school year and include the pros and cons in your current thought process as you are starting your new year.  Reflection is vital to every leaders growth. There are many ways to reflect. Try writing it down in a journal, audio tape your reflection each week, consider blogging and vlogging.  You will be glad you did.   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. A lot of school leaders feel frustrated with the red tape and bureaucracy while doing their jobs as educators. In this episode, we talk with a man who might be able to offer a solution...without leaving your “this is stressing me out” job. Dr. Spodek, a TED speaker and holder of 5 Ivy League degrees, offers advice on how to take initiative in the workplace so you can feel better and make a stronger impact as an educator. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points  Rafael’s story of finding meaning as a burnt-out educator The small mental pivot that increases collaboration and support in the workplace The huge barriers that keep most people from taking initiative Why everyone has the power to create more meaning in the workplace The importance of “speaking their language” when talking with management The difference between judgement and advice Joana’s story of achieving something amazing by following a simple script   Key Milestones of the Episodes [5:40] Feeling stuck and story of Rafael [7:50] Helping Rafael through the gridlock [11:38] Why it’s more important to have the right skills than “know the right people” [16:52] How does Dr. Spodek’s ideas about initiative apply to school leaders [20:21] Creating change you believe in with management [25:00] One practical exercise listeners can make to be a stronger leader [29:00] The story of Joanne   Key Quotes “It’s a real big deal to jump ship.” “There’s opportunities all over the place.” “Taking initiative doesn’t have to mean ‘entrepreneurship’.” “What gets media attention tends to be the more high-tech stuff.” “Having a perfect idea keeps some people from starting but motivates other people to go…”... “...something like 5 or 10% of people are naturally going to come up through their natural life to have an idea, what about the other 90-95%” “It’s easier to succeed at something you don’t like when people are paying you for it...but it doesn’t necessarily create meaning.” “Most people are working below their potential, not in terms of output..but in terms of alignment.” “...when the teacher gives you an assignment to read a book that you always wanted to read anyway, it doesn’t feel like work”   Key Resources  Initiative: A Proven Method to Bring Your Passions to Life (and Work) Leadership Step by Step: Become the Person Others Follow Don’t forget to catch more episodes and resources at the Better Leaders Better Schools website.   Other resources The Power of Project Learning: Why new schools are choosing an old model to bring students into the 21st century. Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   About Our Guest Dr. Joshua Spodek is a leadership consultant, blogger podcaster, TEDx speaker, professor at NYU, and author of the books “Initiative: A Proven Method to Bring Your Passions to Life (and Work)” and “ Leadership Step by Step: Become the Person Others Follow”. Dr. Josh Spodek Contact Info Twitter Website   Tip of the Week Joining a Mastermind: Just like networking, sometimes you need to invest financially in your own development.  We do this through continued education and now it is common to do this with masterminds. By meeting regularly with equally driven leaders, individuals can accelerate their leadership development and crush their personal and professional goals.  By the way, we organize education masterminds, but seats are limited.   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. How do you create a school-wide change that impacts the students, teachers, staff and community….without fundraising?  Be proactive like Adam Drummond. Adam Drummond created an innovative school-wide “economy” where students applied for jobs, were paid a “salary” and couly buy items and experiences. In this episode of Better Leaders Better Schools, Dr. Drummond shares the mindset behind this innovative economy and his lessons on transforming the entire culture of school for the positive. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points  Creating your own school-wide economy Practical leadership lessons from“The Instructional Change Agent”you can do in less than 5 minutes What is student-centered decision-making? What does “perspective on impact” mean?   Key Milestones of the Episodes [5:00] The school-wide economy experiment [7:50] What unexpected good things happened during your experiment? [9:00] Partnerships with the community and local businesses-How did you get buy-in from the community for your experiment? [17:30] What is student-centered decision-making and what does it look like? [20:21] Creating change you believe in with management [25:00] One practical exercise listeners can make to be a stronger leader [29:00] The story of Joanne   Key Quotes “We wanted kids to do the right thing because it was the right thing to do. Others needed some of that extrinsic motivation.” “It really starts with building out relationships.” “It’s [The education industry] really become this competitive landscape.” “I think the power of success happens within the opportunities we create for kids.”   Key Resources  The Instructional Change Agent: 48 Ways to Be the Leader Your School Needs Don’t forget to catch more episodes and resources at the Better Leaders Better Schools website. Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Other resources Find you local Chamber of Commerce Meetup Toastmasters International   About Our Guest Adam Drummond, EdD is the director of Professional Learning for the International Center for Leadership in Education (ICLE), a keynote speaker, and author with leadership experience at levels of education. Twitter LinkedIn Blog   Tip of the Week Holding Office Hours: Hold office hours one day a week for an hour before school starts. This gives the staff uninterrupted time to meet with you and discuss important issues without having to worry about a class starting or getting home to feed the kids. Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. In this episode, Danny speaks with repeat guest, Mike Roberts who offers some words of wisdom about persistence, pursuing excellence, and leveraging success as a school leader. Mike shares his experiences running marathons, teaching 8th grade English, and presenting leadership lessons to other teachers. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points  How Mike went from a weekend warrior to a marathon runner...starting with his failed first race Why chasing micro-goals is a strategy for success Why you don’t need to be great at everything, just 1% better to achieve more success in your life Understanding the foundations in the student/teacher and teacher/principal relationship Battling competition envy and reframing success to help you get 1% better Ways to make your life as a teacher 1% better Why we shouldn’t run away from failure… The power of moving toward 1% better as a school and as an industry   Key Milestones of the Episodes [4:28] Mike’s transformation from a man who couldn’t run one mile into an ultra marathoner [9:41] Why Mike didn’t quit [12:37] Getting 1% better [18:15] Dealing with Comparison Envy [26:47] You learn the most from difficult things   Key Quotes “Giving up is the easiest thing to do.” I want you to look at me as a person who teaches and I’m going to look at you as a person who is a student `` “As educators, the more consistent we can be with who we are...the better off it is for our school community.” “I don’t think next year is going to be easier than next year. I expect it to be tougher...but you build up those skills...along the way from the challenges.”   Key Resources  Chasing Greatness: 26.2 Ways Teaching is Like Running a Marathon Don’t forget to catch more episodes and resources at the Better Leaders Better Schools website.   Other resources Strava Billionaire CEO Sara Blakely Says These 7 Words Are the Best Career Advice She Ever Got   Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Tip of the Week Eat Well & Exercise: If you want to optimize your performance mentally and physically you will prioritize eating well and you’ll start or continue exercising.  Exercise is a great stress relief and some of your best ideas will be generated while outside of the office or while lifting or running. Make Eating well and exercising a part of your daily schedule.   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. In this episode, Danny talks with his colleague, expert coach and new Better Leaders Better School Mastermind cohort leader Dr. Kelly Crane. Dr. Crane shares her experience moving up the career ladder from assistant principal to district administrator while raising children, going through a divorce and working on her specialist and doctorate degrees. Along the way, Dr. Crane shares the insights she learned about school leadership, decision making, and networking.   Key Talking Points       Climbing the school corporate ladder     Balancing school leadership and family life     Networking Tips     Creating your “vivid vision”     Networking within the Better Leaders Better Schools mastermind   Key Milestones [3:20] The unexpected way that Dr. Crane became a principal [5:26] How did Dr. Crane balance her really busy life as a school administrator, Mom, Volleyball coach, District sub coordinator, and being a student herself [7:34] Climbing the corporate ladder [8:20] Networking Tips [13:40] Creating your “vivid vision” [15:29] Joining the Better Leaders Better Schools mastermind [20:48] Leadership Guilt   Key Quotes “I have a choice every day and that was to get up and make it the best day or not. I choose to make it the best!”   “Always believe that something awesome is about to happen”   Key Resources Girl, Wash Your Face: Stop Believing the Lies About Who You Are so You Can Become Who You Were Meant to Be Girl, Stop Apologizing   We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Contact Information for Dr. Crane LinkedIn Email Twitter   Other resources Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. In this episode, Danny speaks with Chanie Wilschanski, early childhood strategist and school leadership coach (a return guest!) about owning and leveraging the ripple effect as a school leader. Chanie shares how everything a leader does, from the way they answer emails to the way they deal with interruptions, sets the tone for the entire school. She provides practical tips and strategies designed to help you make the most of your impact as a high-performing leader.   Key Talking Points       The key to making successful change as a school leader     Why shifting responsibility to yourself as a leader will change your school     Understanding how a higher-performing mindset works and how to develop one yourself     Prepping your mindset for the challenging environment you are facing     Picking the right routines to create the right environment     Handling interruptions and emergencies     Finding time and energy to focus on the most important task of the moment   Key Milestones of the Episodes [6:48] Understanding the “School of Excellence” concept [9:00] The importance of environments in shifting your perspective [10:54] Getting into a high-performance mindset [18:22] Habits and routines of a high-performing leader [28:14] Dealing with the constant interruptions [38:00] Favorite book   Key Quotes “The answer to that question is ‘What do I need to do so that this happens?” “The school culture and whatever you want to have in your school is an effect of the leader’s daily behaviors, routines, and habits.” “We must all suffer from one of two pains: the pain of discipline or the pain of regret. The difference is discipline weighs ounces while regret weighs tons.” (Jim Rohn) “Everytime you walk into a school building, it is a performance.” “What adjective do you want to show up as?” “As a school leader, we have to look at the game film.” “The average director (in a study of early childhood educators) spends four hours a day fielding interruptions.” “A teacher’s emergency is not yours.” “The school leader who is always available isn’t listening.”   Key Resources Atomic Habits   We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Other resources Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Tip of the Week Dr. Kelly Crane, expert coach at BLBS shares a tip about an app called Scanner Pro.  Scanner Pro is the best app for quickly scanning and saving a digital version of a paper document. Scan any papers, ranging from a receipt to multi-page documents. Scanner Pro will automatically detect borders, correcting distortion and geometry. Share, email, fax and upload your perfect scans. Use OCR to convert any scan into a text.  It is a free app-go to your app store or https://readdle.com/scannerpro.   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. In this episode, Dr. Larry Hausner, an educator with decades of experience and owner of a school leadership training firm, discusses how school leaders (particularly principals) can unleash their change-make power successfully and achieve joy while working a complicated job. Dr. Hausner shared how he implemented change in school districts over his career and used that experience to help other school leaders have more satisfying careers. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Key Talking Points      The key to making successful change as a school leader     What you should do as a school leader during the first year     The top “pet peeves” that Dr. Hausner faced..and how he tackled them     Why coaching for principals is a good thing     How school leaders can achieve joy and meaning in their roles   Key Milestones of the Episodes [5:50] Navigating Change: Dr. Hausner shares the most important thing to remember as a change maker [13:06] What Change Looks Like: Dr. Hausner shares some changes he introduced into schools and how he successfully did it [17:05] The Power of Patience: The perspective school leaders should have when moving staff through a change [19:00] Coaching & Principals: Why principals need coaching to provide the best service [24:00] From burnout to joy: Why principals can be happy in their job   Key Quotes  Successful leaders have a knack for building relationships.” “In education, we’re in the people business.” “We need to provide coaching for principals so that they stay in the profession, they support students and teachers… and they actually might enjoy the job.”   Key Resources The Principal Coaching Model: How to Plan, Design, and Implement a Successful Program Coaching School Leadership   Don’t forget to catch more episodes and resources at the Better Leaders Better Schools website.   Other resources Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Tip of the Week Dr. Kelly Crane, expert coach at BLBS shares a tip about an app called Wakelt.  Save your favorite content from across the web. Articles, videos, blogs, tweets, songs and more – bookmark anything you find online in two clicks.  Arrange your bookmarks into stunning collections. Add images, text and organize however you like to build stories from your content. Collaborate with others on group collections to share ideas, inspiration and knowledge. Share your collections with a single link.  It is a free app-go to your app store or https://wakelet.com/.   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach.  The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. In this episode Daniel Bauer visits with Franklin Day about how we can support the needs of all students and constantly beating the drum, but that can be exhausting.  Franklin is also a guru when it comes to SPED, so if you need to level up your SPED knowledge this show is for you. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Getting to know Franklin Day Franklin Day is the associate director of special education in Spokane Public Schools with responsibility for legal issues, compliance and supervision of related services and providers. He has worked in mental health, early intervention, public and private preschool, public and charter schools and in higher education systems, as an ABA therapist, a school psychologist and a school district administrator.   How Do You Dig Deep Franklin starts each day by running.  That is his centering grounding force.  Once he gets to work he is always fighting for change to improve programs and improve services for students.  Franklin talks about perseverance and hearing the same message over and over. Getting the concept in mind is important prior to moving forward.  It does get tiring but the why is the reason Franklin continues doing this work. “I don’t believe anyone really hears the message until we’ve said it 5 to 7 times and that language has to be the same every time in order for people to understand what we are talking about.” - Franklin Day   Building a Reservoir Support Franklin always starts with personal interaction and building relationships.  He spends a lot of time in an office sifting through data but always wants to have conversations from person to person. He would much rather spend the time to drive to a school to talk with that person face-to-face.  It is a much more meaningful conversation. “I think they get much more out of the conversation and I know I do.” - Franklin Day   Introverts and Building Relationships Franklin talks about the fact that he is an introvert and shy most of the time.  To help others he believes that building micro-habits to connect with people on a regular basis.  Franklin has to force himself to go out and talk to those new principals but it always pays back. “I have had 6 more conversations with this principal where it is not somebody who is new, scary, different, she’s a colleague and we are working together and it is much more comfortable circumstance and a much more comfortable interaction.” - Franklin Day   Supporting the Students or Adults? Franklin says that research shows that special education students will receive the best outcome and make progress with the majority of their time spent in general education settings.  Franklin sees a lot of schools focusing on schedules for the adults instead of focusing on students and their needs. We use pull out programs because it’s easier to schedule instead of going into the classroom. “70% of our students have low impact disabilities that their needs could be me in the general education settings.” - Franklin Day   Why Franklin Joined the Mastermind Franklin felt the need to grow in his leadership and wasn’t finding anything in his community.  He needed a place where he could be safe and have conversations about the challenges that were existing in his role.  Franklin needed feedback to grow personally and professionally. “I keep coming back because it is an amazing group that I learn something from every week and I grow from those conversations.” - Franklin Day   Tip of the Week Dr. Kelly Crane, expert coach at BLBS shares a tip on meditation.  She encourages listeners to download the app Headspace to begin the process of meditating each day.  Clearing your mind is not easy but very valuable. Start taking care of yourself today and schedule time daily to meditate.   Download resource: https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/ Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach. The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Up next you can hear Daniel Bauer’s interview with Dan Pink. In today’s conversation he speaks with NY Times BestSelling Author Daniel Pink and discusses his new book: When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Getting to know Dan Pink Daniel H. Pink is the author of six provocative books — including his newest, When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing, which spent four months on the New York Times bestseller list and was named a best book of 2018 by Amazon, iBooks, Goodreads, and several more outlets. His other books include the long-running New York Times bestseller A Whole New Mind and the #1 New York Times bestsellers Drive and To Sell is Human. His books have won multiple awards and have been translated into 39 languages. He lives in Washington, DC with his family.   Why When Dan wrote his latest book When to distinguish between the times when he should be doing certain things to ensure that they were done.  He was making decisions haphazardly and looked for guidance which did not exist at the time. Dan started researching timing and discovered that there is an abundance of research around timing in a multitude of disciplines.  They all shared a commonality and Dan focused on that part of the research. “How does the rhythm of the day affect how we feel, how we perform, how do new beginnings affect us, how do midpoints affect us and shape our behavior, what do ending do for us and how do groups synchronize time.” - Dan Pink   Moving Through the Day Dan explains that we tend to move through the day in three stages.  We begin with peak then move to trough then recover. Most of us move through the day in this order with the exception of night owls.  They do not and are much more complicated. 20% of the population has an evening chronotype causing them to naturally stay up late and wake up late.  Peak is in the morning, trough is in the afternoon and recover is in the evening. Peak is the time of the day where we should be doing our analytical work. “Trough is a very bad time of day for most people.  This is when you should do your administrative work.” - Dan Pink   Impact Dan wrote this book because he wanted to read it.  There was nothing else out there like this and it impacted how he arranged his daily schedule.  He was glad that he wrote it because he learned a lot, it had the most impact in his day to day life, and it changed how he does things. “I think I have written six books and of the six books I have written this one has probably had the most impact on my day to day life.” - Dan Pink   Leveraging the Power of Endings Dan explains that endings have multiple effects on our behavior.  One of those is that it energizes us when we see the end in sight so we kick a bit harder.  Endings help us encode experiences, which is they play a disproportionate role in how we remember and evaluate entire experiences.  Some endings are meaning makers and that means that we may not get to the end of something so we start searching for a rise in sequences instead of a decline. “Interim deadlines can be effective for students with long term projects will help the students move a little bit faster.” - Dan Pink   Dan Pink Resources: When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing by Daniel H. Pink To Sell Is Human:  The Surprising Truth in Moving Others by Daniel H. Pink Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel H. Pink A Whole New Mind:  Why Right-Brainers Will Rule The Future by Daniel H. Pink   Dan Pink Contact Info: Facebook Website Twitter   Tip of the Week Dr. Kelly Crane, expert coach at BLBS shares a tip titled, “What is a place that you”ve always wanted to visit?”  You put together a powerpoint with slides containing only the name of each person in the group. They find their slide and insert a picture of somewhere they’ve always wanted to visit.  You can put a text box to explain why. You give the group about 3-4 minutes to complete and then you discuss each person’s slide. It’s a great way to get to know people on a different level.  Excellent PD activity or an activity to do with your students.   Download resource: https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/ Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach. The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show is for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Up next you can hear Daniel Bauer’s wife Miriam interview him in this twist of events.  They discuss multiple facets of their relationship in this special episode. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Daniel Bauer is the founder of Better Leaders Better Schools, a popular blog and most-downloaded podcast for leaders in education. He helps school leaders fight isolation and frustration through his leadership community, “The Mastermind,” in order to gain clarity and find solutions to their greatest challenges. Daniel is also the author of a “#1 Hot New Release" on Amazon, The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap, which helps educators create legendary schools.   The Good and Bad Qualities of Daniel Bauer Daniel and Miriam begin the podcast by poking fun. Miriam begins by talking about her pet peeves from Daniel’s actions. She brings up how Daniel’s idea of cleaning is similar to taking a pile of dust and spreading it around the counter evenly, and also how he drips water onto the floor every time he washes his hands. Then they move on to the good qualities, as Miriam describes their marriage as a great adventure. They have a lot in common, and that makes their relationship exciting and fun. Miriam says she loves how supportive Daniel is when things get tough. Miriam credits Daniel for taking the leap, and working hard to achieve his dreams. “You’ve been working so hard for the past few years, I’ve seen you go through the best of times and some really challenging times. You’ve stayed on course and I’m so proud of you for that.” -Miriam Bauer   Daniel’s Motivation When talking about his motivation, Daniel recalls a quote that really pushes him everyday. “Everybody wins when the leader gets better.” This provoked deep thought about Daniel’s leadership development. He felt like he was doing a decent job as a leader, but definitely wanted to improve. There are always ways to improve in anything, and Daniel was constantly finding ways to become a better leader. “If it’s true that everybody wins when the leader gets better, then it’s my duty to do as much as I could to develop myself to serve the community, because everyone would be impacted in a positive way.” -Daniel Bauer   Confidence to Take the Leap Daniel talks about where he got his confidence, and how he used that to take the leap. He says it is like double sided coin. One side has all of the fear and anxieties, and the other has the success and confidence. If you let the fear and anxieties win, the confidence and success will lose. Daniel says this analogy has allowed him to be more confident, because he doesn’t want fear and anxiety to ever win this battle. "You don’t want to get to your grave and have all these regrets and what ifs.”  – Daniel Bauer   Working Through Problems Daniel mentions how he has a much greater understanding of unconditional love with his wife. If Daniel and Miriam run into problems, they usually figure it out quickly and move on. Any differences they have are settled by the mutual trust they have with each other.  Daniel didn’t expect to find somebody that would be in his corner as much as Miriam has been. This allows him to focus on improving himself and his flaws. "If you’re not careful that neediness or affirmation that everything will be okay, that can really get in the way of intimacy, trust, and relationships.”  – Daniel Bauer   Daniel Bauer’s Resources:   The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks   Daniel Bauer’s Contact Info: Website Twitter LinkedIn Email Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   We help school leaders fight isolation and frustration via a leadership community in order to gain clarity and find solutions to their greatest challenges. Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach. The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show is for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Up next you can hear Daniel Bauer’s interview with Elisabeth Bosnick.  They discuss how to break free from the status quo by creating a culture that is comfortable with “taking the leap”. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Getting to know Elisabeth Bostwick Elisabeth Bostwick is a multi-award-winning educator who is passionate about creating the conditions to spark curiosity and unleash creativity to empower learning. Driven to elevate education, Elisabeth speaks at both local and national conferences to support educators in their journey to foster cultures of innovation and authentic learning experiences for their students. In addition to being a classroom practitioner, Elisabeth has served as an instructional coach and grade-level chairperson. In these roles, she has worked alongside colleagues to support the integration of technology to deepen learning and has leveraged highly effective strategies to engage and empower all learners to maximize growth. Dedicated to making a long-lasting, positive impact on education, Elisabeth participates as a continuous learner to identify how we can support systemic change and develop essential success skills to ensure learners thrive to be future ready. Elisabeth is also a co-author of Education Write Now, Volume II: Top Strategies for Improving Relationships and Culture. Recognized by PBS as a Digital Innovator All-Star and lead Digital Innovator for New York, Elisabeth regularly engages with other educators to bring professional learning experiences and contributes to individual and collaborative blogs in the PBS Teachers Lounge. She's also been named the NextGen Young Professional Leader in Education and had the honor of being the recipient of the governor’s Empire State Excellence in Teaching award. Above all, Elisabeth strives to serve as a model for her children. She hopes to inspire them to be dedicated to developing their strengths and interests—leading them to their passions and fulfillment in life. Her new book, Take the L. E. A. P.: Ignite a Culture of Innovation will help readers reimagine learning by sparking curiosity, inspiring creativity, and promoting student agency.   Questions in Learning Environments Elisabeth talks about how her kids along with many others, were not asking as many quality questions as they could. This can lead to a feeling of unfulfillment and kids come home from school feeling as if they did not learn as much. She says that authentic learning and our traditional education do not always go hand in hand. Combined with the heavy emphasis on standardized testing, Elisabeth felt the need to create change in the way we look at learning. “I felt driven to create a book to help educators break out of the mold of traditional education, and look at how we can infuse authentic learning with the interests and the strengths of the students we work alongside.” - Elisabetth Bostwick Making an Impact in the Classroom Elisabeth encourages more teachers to bring bigger concepts into the classrooms in which they teach. She says we can inspire authentic learning by figuring out what our students wonder about. If we can find the things that interest them and relate them to the subjects in the classroom, students would be much more interested and interactive inside the classroom. “There are so many overlapping elements that you can pick and choose, and scaffold it within your own classroom so that it works for you.” -Elisabeth Bostwick   In the Students’ Best Interest Elisabeth talks about ways to find the students’ interests. She says if you ask most students what their interests are, they will be unrelated to school. Kids will say their interests are sports, video games, and toys. Elisabeth says we have to find out why the kids like these things. We need to expose these kids to a variety of subjects and concepts to find their interests in the classroom. “It’s not just about a students’ interests, but how we can help kids identify what those interests are.” -Elisabeth Bostwick   Elisabeth Bostwick’s Resources: Links to Resources Take the L. E. A. P.: Ignite a Culture of Innovation by Elisabeth Bostwick Education Write Now, Volume II (Eye on Education) by Jeffrey Zoul The Innovator's Mindset: Empower Learning, Unleash Talent, and Lead a Culture of Creativity by George Couros   Elisabeth Bostwick’s Contact Info: http://elisabethbostwick.com/ https://twitter.com/ElisaBostwick   Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! 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Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Up next you can hear Daniel Bauer’s interview with Robert Palazzo. They discuss his role as a principal and building a new playground. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Getting to know Robert Palazzo Robert grew up in Long Island, New York. He started his career as a school psychologist and became involved in developing a school-wide positive behavior program. Robert then decided to pursue his Master’s in Educational Administration and served as a k-3 principal. He then concentrated on trauma-informed practice and restorative discipline. In 2013, he opened a new playground at the school that did not have one for 10 years. Outside of school, Robert enjoys time with his wife and 2-year-old and as a wedding DJ on the weekend.   Perfect Day of Work Robert talks about how being with the kids is meaningful and checking in with all the departments are the highlights of his day. He likes meeting with the students at any time during the day and really building a relationship with them. Robert talks about meeting the students where they are at and making sure to be there at all times, such as lunch and recess. “Early on as a school psychologist, I knew I wanted to be around them and know who they are. This is what’s helped me in my career and relationship building with the students.” - Robert Palazzo   Playground Story Robert tells us that people before him wanted a playground, but it is a tough task to get done. He explains how the teachers did a great job of trying to fill time for the students and donating items so that the students could be happy. Robert was fortunate enough to hear that a grandparent was delighted to help to get the project done. He says that he got a lot of his drive from this and knew that it could be done. “We raised 32,000 dollars from beginning of the 2017 school year to August 2018 which helped us pick who we really wanted to work with.” - Robert Palazzo   Robert talks about how they were able to do this from projects that the students could work on like a coin drive. He talks about how the community really got behind this project and worked hard to gain money. Having this support helped get the project done and was refreshing to see the community support it.   Trauma-Informed Instruction Robert tells us that meeting students where they are is essential and can only help the child be successful. He encourages his staff to listen to the students and really hear why something is going on. “Actually listening to your students can help them grow and shows that you really do care for them.” - Robert Palazzo Robert says that sometimes the staff has to call him in to talk with students and he is okay with this. He just asks that his staff reinforces their rules at school.   Why did you come to the mastermind? Robert says he comes from a small district and how leaders can be in isolation. He sometimes says that you need a soundboard to hear some discussions that helped him sustain himself in the work he does. Robert also says that he has really enjoyed this service and how it’s kept him positive and excellent connections. He describes this as having a group of people that are there to champion you and support you on the not so good days.   Message to Schools “Listen to a child when they have something to say, those 5 minutes may change that whole child’s life.” - Robert Palazzo Robert says that children have a lot to say, but they can always have something to share that has meaning to them.   How would you build your dream school? I would continue to fill the school with people that love kids and care for them. Robert would then want to slow down the school process and allow teachers to dive deep into topics. 3 priorities  Enthusiastic educators  Deeper knowledge on topics  Have fun   Robert Palazzo Resources: Power Of Moments by Chip Heath Kids Deserve It by Todd Nesloney & Adam Welcome   Good News Call of the Day: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7izWQPRbLNuZndIejQ2MThNblBkWjVFV0pvNDFRQnh3bWpr/view?usp=sharing   Cool Cat of the Day:   https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7izWQPRbLNuNUlBZmxlOEtVRU9WdVNKMTNHT1hVMHRYN1dJ/view?usp=sharing   Robert Palazzo Contact Info: Twitter: @Palazzopves   Download resource: https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/   Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH     DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! 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Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show is for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Up next you can hear Daniel Bauer’s interview with David Domena. They discuss creating memorable learning experiences. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Getting to know David David is a fourth-grade elementary teacher in southern California but is transitioning to third-grade. David came to education as a second year as he managed retail warehouses for 12 years, this gives him a different perspective on education. David is passionate about teaching the whole student, establishing meaningful relationships with the students, and creating memorable experiences for the students. David is known for his honesty, enthusiasm, and strategically speaking his mind. David loves being present with his family and doing random acts of kindness.   Creating Memorable Experiences David talks about how on the first day of class he took his students out to the volleyball court and did a cookie challenge. He told the students that this is all about trying something new and being open-minded. To get into the classroom, students just had to try this but did not have to be successful. David said this helped set the tone that everything is earned throughout the year. Breaking things down into small steps can create clarity and help create a connection with the community that you are working within. “This is all about trying things and not being worried about what others are thinking about you.” – David Domena   Anonymous Acts of Kindness David says this is much more powerful when people do not know where it is coming from. The reward comes from people acknowledging the gift of kindness but not knowing who it actually comes from. David’s most significant act of kindness is setting up a Kindness Club at school and seeing the students giving help. This help goes out to all the staff around the building. Daniel reminds us that meeting with everyone in your community helps the overall goals of education. Everyone can have a great idea and hearing input from others can help create unity and a better learning environment.     What is your why? David shares that his why is getting rewards beyond a paycheck such as seeing students grasping a new concept or installing academic confidence. An example was when a student improved his score by 8 points and having the student realize that this was a great accomplishment and allowing them to take that small gain. “Turning around someone’s day or witnessing a student’s growth shows that I’m doing the right thing.” – David   Biggest Leadership Mistakes Was when David was back in the warehouse and the company was starting to plan his exit. David says that he was clueless about this and regretted not being able to prepare them for this. He wasn’t able to help them set up an exit plan, and he carried this with him for a while. Some people do not want to take ownership of their mistakes which creates problems with not learning from their mistakes. “I do call and responses for my students and have them move around a lot to get them to be comfortable with their mistakes. The students can acknowledge this and be okay with it.” David   Routines and Rituals David starts his day off early and gets a mild workout in before his wife and kids are up. David then sets his intention for the day. Daniel reminds us to think where we need to be perfect and where can we give 70-80% effort. People get to leadership roles and want to give their best to certain projects and really diving into them to make them perfect.   How would you build your dream school? Market it as a leadership academy and focus on foundational skills, leadership, kindness, and service. Academics would emerge from teacher passion and not force into what they need to teach.   3 priorities   Enthusiastic educators   Flexible curriculum   Huge massive budget   David Domena Resources: Whole Brain Teaching The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap by Daniel Bauer   David Domena Contact Info: Instagram: @mrdelementary Gmail: mrdelementary@gmail.com   Three leadership questions I ask everyday Download resource: https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/ Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/ Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools podcast.  This is a weekly show is for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Up next you can hear Daniel Bauer’s interview with Joël McClean.  They discuss servant leadership and the imposter syndrome. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Getting to know Joel Joël McClean began his career in education in 1997. He has worked as a science and chemistry teacher at the intermediate and secondary level and has been a school principal since 2006. From 2014 to 2018, Joël was on detachment from his school board as a Pedagogical Leader at CFORP, serving the 12 French school boards of the province of Ontario in Canada, as well as various educational partners. As a leadership coach, he worked with school principals to help develop their leadership skills, as well as board-level pedagogical teams regarding leading, teaching and learning in the digital age. Joël is presently an elementary school principal, as well as a Provincial Leadership Coach for his professional association. He is the founder of Inspire Life & Leadership Coaching, as well as founder and host of Inspire Leadership Podcast.   Having a Deep Impact Joël believed his impact would come from being a classroom teacher and then a principal.  He wanted to develop himself and needed a different challenge. He began coaching principals and worked the processes with them to have a deep impact.  He was able to ask questions and let them come up with the solutions. “Be an even better version of yourself today than you were yesterday.” - Joël McClean   Imposter Syndrome Joël talks about a time after receiving a new job when he was sitting without a school to get ready, no staff to talk with, no kids coming in.  Joël began to wonder what he had gotten himself into. He was having some anxiety as they were building it from the ground up. “It probably ended up being the best decision I could have ever made in terms of my career. ” -Joël McClean   Deeper Impact On Larger Scale Joël started with posting video tips, blogging, building a website and podcasting (in French) to reach as many leaders as he could on a broader scale. “Everyone was like-minded that were creative and motivated people just pushing and pushing themselves and each other.” - Joël McClean   Joël McClean Resources: Stratosphere by Michael Fullan Digital Leadership:  Changing Paradigms with Changing Times by Eric Sheninger Innovator’s Mindset by George Couros The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever by Michael Bungay Stanier Leadership Step by Step: Become the Person Others Follow Hardcover by Joshua Spodek The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap by Daniel Bauer   Joël McClean Contact Info:   @Jprofnb https://twitter.com/jprofNB https://inspireleadership.ca/   Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀   Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools  podcast. This is a weekly show is for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Up next you can hear Daniel Bauer’s interview with Afika Afeni Mills they explore 3 skills all leaders need, going deep with equity and eradicating blind spots. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Getting to know Afrika Afrika Afeni Mills is the Manager of Culturally Responsive Teaching and Learning and an Instructional Coach with BetterLesson. She works with teachers, coaches and administrators to transform instructional practices and empower all students to thrive. A former teacher, administrator and prominent thought leader, she has been featured on podcasts discussing the school-to-prison pipeline and white fragility and co-presented Required Reading Reconsidered and Interrogating the Curriculum at conferences across the U.S.Afrika holds a master’s degree in elementary teaching from Boston College’s Lynch School of Education, where she graduated first in her class. Afrika believes that all teachers can be motivated, engaged, dynamic educators and leaders when provided with the support needed to create student-centered, culturally responsive learning environments that inspire wonder and creativity and nurture diversity, equity and inclusion.   Three Skills Leaders Need Afrika credits Paul Gorski of the Equity Literacy Institute for these three skills after a conference she attended.  These really resonated with her. Having Good Will A depth of knowledge and curiosity The will to change   “When it comes to some of the inequitable practices and policies that exist in schools and even thinking about curriculum being inclusive and things like that, we also need to have a depth of knowledge about that history and the curiosity about that and what students most need and then the will to change those things to make sure we're always serving students the best. So I think those three, those three qualities are really important for a leader.” - Afrika Afeni Mills   Going Deep with Equity Afrika talks about the conference she recently attended and how just serving others makes them more comfortable but really doesn’t solve or end the issue at hand.  She talks about this experience being eye opening. “Paul Gorski said that those things absent of really thinking about why the inequities exist in the first place, it's not going to end anything.  So we really have to have that will to dismantle inequitable practices in our schools. And that just really was like, wow.  And I didn't really think about it that way.” - Afrika Afeni Mills   Eradicating Blind Spots Afrika talks about the idea that if we are not experiencing some of the inequitable practices personally, then we have blind spots.  She says it’s not because we are terrible people, it just doesn’t occur to us to think about it. “When I became a teacher, I'm just like, I grew up in Brooklyn, you know, I grew up in Flatbush, I know what it's like to have some challenges.  So when I became a teacher, I made the wrong assumption that I'm already culturally responsible because I'm a black woman who grew up in an urban setting. Right.  And then I started teaching and I'm like, oh man, was I wrong!” - Afrika Afeni Mills   AFRIKA AFENI MILLS Resources: Dare to Lead by Brene Brown QBQ! The Question Behind the Question: Practicing Personal Accountability at Work and in Life by John G. Miller So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo   AFRIKA AFENI MILLS Contact Info: Website Twitter LinkedIn Email Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/ Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

  Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools  podcast. This is a weekly show is for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Up next you can hear Daniel Bauer’s interview with Rebecca Roper. They explore interesting topics such as how she starts each day, a program called the Principal Apprenticeship and her taking action on a letter activity Daniel described in the School Leadership Series. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Get to Know Rebecca For the last 17 years, Rebecca has worked in two different counties in VA. She’s currently the Principal at Donahoe Elementary School in Henrico County, VA and  is in her fourth year leading this Title I school. Donahoe has 530 students, ranging from Pre-k to 5th grade. Prior to this, Rebecca served as the Associate Principal of Ward Elementary School in Henrico County, the Assistant Principal of Beaverdam Elementary in Hanover County, and 2nd and 3rd grade teacher at Pole Green Elementary in Hanover County.     Outside of work, Rebecca loves to start her day by working out and end it by reading.  She enjoys baking for others and spending time with my family especially her two fabulous boys.   Perfect Day At Work Rebecca takes us on a journey of her perfect day at work with waking up early and exercising to get in the right headspace.  She arrives to work early before her teachers and organized things for the day. Next she greets the students with music, high fives, dancing to get in the mood for school.  Rebecca tries to spend the rest of her day where the students are. “One of the favorite things I love about my day is when I have a principal apprentice.  We are a PBIS school and my students can use dolphin dollars they get for their awesome behavior and they can purchase 20 minutes they can spend with me as the principal apprentice.” - Rebecca Roper   Principal Apprenticeship Program Students love being a principal apprentice.  Rebecca allows students to spend 20 minutes of their day with her holding her walkie, carrying her lanyard and experiencing that time with the principal.  The students perspective is that she is on the phone a lot, in classrooms, run a fire drill’ whatever the day may bring. Students pay 80 dolphin dollars for this experience. “When I ask them why do you think I am in the classrooms they say because we want to make sure that the kids are learning and you are watching the teachers and what they are teaching.  Sometimes you have to talk to kids about their behavior.” - Rebecca Roper   Letter Activity Rebecca had her staff envision what type of year they had and write a letter to themselves about what they experienced.  The letter was addressed to dear future self to describe the year the had, their successes, their achievements. The staff put the letters in a bag and Rebecca will give them back at the end of the year. “They talked about how it was such a powerful activity.  I gave them the choice of either putting the note away and I would give it to them at the end of the year or if they wanted me to read it and give them an idea of what they’re working towards where I can encourage them.” - Rebecca Roper   Rebecca Roper Resources: Transformative Principal: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/transformative-principal/id770942472?mt=2   Cult of Pedagogy https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cult-of-pedagogy-podcast/id900015782?mt=2   Rise Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/rise-podcast/id1245763628?mt=2   Rebecca Roper Links: Twitter   Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Teach FX Empowers teachers with feedback on student engagement A fitbit for teachers that measures student engagement Research shows that the more students speak in class, the more they learn, and the better they perform on standardized tests. Use your phone or laptop to analyze your class, and the app’s artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm tracks your talk ratio automatically, with no extra work from you or an instructional coach. The idea is to give teachers a useful barometer of student engagement you can check every day! You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://teachfx.com/   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools  

Welcome to the Better Leaders Better Schools  podcast. This is a weekly show is for ruckus makers -- What is a ruckus maker?  A leader who has found freedom from the status quo. A leader looking to escape the old routine. A leader who never, ever gives up. Up next you can hear Daniel Bauer’s interview with his friend Jennifer Abrams. She’s been on the show three times and has a new book out called Swimming in the Deep End.  This book helps leaders escape the old routine.  Keep listening and you’ll learn how to drive change and break from tradition in today’s podcast. We hope you enjoy the podcast. All the highlights, resources, and next steps can be found below. Listen to the full episode here and learn more at betterleadersbetterschools.com   Get To Know Jennifer Jennifer Abrams, a former English teacher and new teacher coach, is currently a communications consultant who works with educators and others on new employee support, being generationally savvy, effective collaboration skills, having hard conversations and creating identity safe workplaces. Jennifer’s publications include Having Hard Conversations, The Multigenerational Workplace: Communicate, Collaborate & Create Community and Hard Conversations Unpacked - the Whos, Whens and What Ifs. Her new book Swimming in the Deep End: Four Foundational Skills for Leading Successful School Initiatives which released March 29th.   Starting School Initiatives Jennifer does not want anyone to feel like they are drowning when they initiate change.  She wants you to build up your ability to swim in the deep end. You may not be able to start in the shallows because an initiative has to happen now and there is an urgency for students.  But you can work with someone or put on floaties to get to the deep end and while you are working in the deep end. “I think that anytime we are working with adults to roll out bigger scale things in a school, in a department or in a district, we are not in the shallow end anymore.  We are looking at some work that requires a little bit more strength, a little bit more skill set and there are times when your feet aren’t touching the ground.” - Jennifer Abrams   4 Foundational Skills Jennifer talks about the 4 foundational skills of how to make change.   Think before you speak How can we understand resistance - don’t mock the concern for change? Respond to resistance in a humane way How do you manage yourself -- self care   Jump In and Swim Jennifer thinks that understanding others is a practical way to start to make change.  Consider if people will push back and say they need more knowledge when you roll things out for the first time.  Ask yourself what is the purpose, who is going to help me, and are they credible, will I be trained, and how does this connect to the culture I signed up for.  People may be more willing to jump into the deep end if these are answered. “If the person who is trying to roll out this initiative can anticipate those and can have answer to those before they start the initiative it might assist in making it more palatable.” - Jennifer Abrams   Slowing Down In Leadership Jennifer encourages everyone to take a half a day with those people that will be in the deep end with you and craft the message that you are all on the same boat it is well worth it.  Get out of your office and take 3 hours and put energy into it so the message is consistent. Unifying is worth your time.   Resources Swimming in the Deep End by Jennifer Abrams Hard Conversations Unpacked by Jennifer Abrams Hard Conversations Unpacked - The Whos, the Whens and the What-Ifs by Jennifer B. Abrams The Multigenerational Workplace:  Communicate, Collaborate, and Create Community by Jennifer Abrams and Valerie Von Frank   Jennifer Abrams Contact Info Website Twitter Monthly Newsletters Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and non-cognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Known as ‘The Connection Coach’, Tara Brown is an award-winning educator, author and international speaker whose 30-year professional journey has taken her from rural Florida to gang territory in California and to one of the largest high schools in Tennessee with over 43 countries represented. Her international engagements have included Dubai and Beirut, training both educators and students. Tara believes strongly in the power of connections and that a major key to reaching kids is the ability to build positive relationships. Whether here or abroad, Tara’s passion and humor continues to drive her work to better equip adults with the ability to connect with youth in order to unleash their true potential. She is committed to helping strengthen organizations ‘One connection at a time’. Buckle up....because you are about to get ‘Tara-Ized!’   Tara Brown Show Highlights: The challenge of being a high-tech, low-touch society. Tips for getting below the surface and being present in the moment Kids are more than a number on the spreadsheet Kids before content We’re neurologically wired to connect. How do you do that at your school? Slinging dopamine and making emotional deposits What does it feel like on your campus? What is your fundamental message? Do the work to find the story behind the story Have you identified your line in the sand?   Tara Brown Resources: The Daily Good “We are world-class dopamine slingers committed to putting kids before content.” -Tara Brown   Tara Brown Contact Info Website Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Email Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   LEVEL UP 🚀 Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/ Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Barry Saide has been in education for 18 years. He currently serves as Director of Curriculum and Instruction for Tabernacle School District, in Tabernacle, New Jersey. He is a current board member for NJASCD, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, and ASCD Influence Leader. He is a former elementary school teacher, supervisor of curriculum and instruction, and adjunct college professor. He's served on educator work groups for the New Jersey Department of Education, and advised on policy for The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Great Schools!, and National Council for Teacher Quality (NCTQ).  Connect with Barry via Twitter @barrykid1 or his website, barrysaide.com.   Barry Saide Show Highlights: Who are the people you surround yourself with How Barry uses the obstacle of time to his benefit Engaging in the moment you’re in right now Absorb from everywhere and then add it to your life The power of gratitude Barry’s approach to being great every day Thought leaders Barry follows The Reflective Practice Protocol used in Tabernacle School District   Barry Saide Resources: Who Moved My Cheese? Ego is the Enemy The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F***   Thought Leaders to Follow: Tim Ferriss James Altucher Jimmy Casas Jeff Zoul Bobby Dodd Winston Sakurai Glenn Robbins   Barry Saide Contact Info Website Twitter (@barrykid1) LinkedIn Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/ Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

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At the core, Jaime Jay is a connector of personalities and brands. He constantly challenges himself to be a better human being. He is also an amateur hockey player and starter geek who truly enjoys helping his clients rediscover themselves, their companies and how to realize their ‘WHY’. Worked with clients in Canada, the United Kingdom, America, the Philippines, other countries in Asia, and Mexico. Responsible or growing and leading multiple management, sales, and operations teams. Co-founded and operated a publishing company where he helped create, publish, and distribute a regional real estate publication. Recipient of the Army Achievement Medal for Meritorious Service. Hosted a Top 100 Business podcast in iTunes. Selected to speak on marketing panel and was awarded the “Top Gun Consulting Maverick Award” in recognition o his outstanding marketing performance.   His line of business, Bottleneck Virtual Assistants, is more than just a staffing agency. They connect businesses with qualified talent who share the same love for success. Jaime Jay Show Highlights: Jaime’s entrepreneurial journey to success via focus Energy givers vs distraction suckers How Jaime thinks about FOCUS Why Jaime downsized running four businesses to one Having direction without having clarity How schools can use Virtual Assistants to improve the quality of work Jaime Jay Resources: Hire a VA: Use the PROMO code  “BLBS “ to receive a discount.   Jaime Jay Contact Info Website   HOW SCHOOLS CAN USE VIRTUAL ASSISTANTS Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW Join 50+ school leaders from around the world in our leadership community Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Jeff Zoul is a lifelong teacher, learner, and leader. During Jeff’s distinguished career in education he has served in a variety of roles, most recently as Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning with Deerfield Public Schools District 109 in Deerfield, Illinois. Jeff also served as a teacher and coach in the State of Georgia for many years before moving into school administration. Jeff Zoul has also taught graduate courses at the university level in the areas of assessment, research, and program evaluation. He is the author/co-author of many books, including What Connected Educators Do Differently, Start. Right. Now. – Teach and Lead for Excellence, Improving Your School One Week at a Time, and Leading Professional Learning: Tools to Connect and Empower Teachers. Jeff has earned several degrees, including his undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts and his doctoral degree from the University of Alabama. He is also been recognized for his work as an educational leader on numerous occasions, including the 2014 Bammy Educators’ Voice Award. In his spare time, Jeff enjoys running and has completed over a dozen marathons. Zoul resides in Evanston, Illinois. Jeff originally appeared on episodes 27 & 107 of the podcast.   Jeff Zoul Show Highlights: The story of Education Write Now 100% of proceeds of #EdWriteNow go to the Will to Live Foundation Relationships matter people! Improving on something that already works Hire people that compliment you What Great Educators Do Differently Do what you say you’ll do We will … [FILL IN THE BLANK]   Jeff Zoul Resources: Education Write Now Volume I Education Write Now Volume II Will to Live Foundation What Great Educators Do Differently   Jeff Zoul Contact Info Website Twitter Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/ Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Mark C. Perna is the founder and CEO of TFS, a full-service strategic communications and consulting firm whose mission is to share and support every client’s passion for making a difference. As an international generational expert, Mark has devoted his career to empowering educators and employers to unleash the tremendous potential of today’s young people. Mark’s best practices have helped parents, schools, districts, businesses, and state organizations across North America to connect more effectively with the younger generations. He frequently delivers keynote speeches at national and statewide events and spoke at Harvard University by special invitation. At TFS, Mark’s team of talented professionals share his vision of helping organizations of all sizes experience significant gains in recruitment, engagement, retention, and performance rates. Mark’s best-selling book Answering Why: Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations was written to help educators, employers, and parents understand Generations Y and Z and inspire them to greater performance in all areas of life. Mark is the father of two successful Millennials and resides in Cleveland, Ohio. Find out more about Mark and his work at MarkCPerna.com.   Mark Perna Show Highlights: We shouldn’t prep kids for college and careers … Meghan’s powerful story Do you understand the tactical level? Improving employee performance and retention. The young generation is the most inspiring Mark has ever seen Don’t look at young people as a challenge to be solved, instead do this … Mark’s epiphany working with younger generations How to improve your understanding of different individuals within your organization The power of YouTube Focusing on the light at the end of the tunnel for students Career and lifestyle … younger generations care more about the lifestyle piece   Mark Perna Resources: Answering Why: Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations   Mark Perna Contact Info Website Twitter (@MarkPerna) Facebook Insta LinkedIn Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Do you want to LEVEL UP your leadership? Website :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Jennifer Gonzalez is a National Board Certified Teacher with over 10 years of classroom experience. Most of this time was spent teaching middle school language arts, and the rest was at the college level, where she trained pre-service teachers for the classroom. In 2013, she created the website Cult of Pedagogy, where she now works full-time to help teachers of all subjects and grade levels practice and perfect the art of teaching. Jennifer Gonzalez Show Highlights: How Crossfit is a beautiful model for differentiation and teaches other leadership principles too The story of starting and going full time with the Cult of Pedagogy How Jennifer decides what is a Yes and No Practical tips for improve websites from blah to yah! Why it matters to be different, stand out, and be a person! How are you finding your marigold? Tips for winding down and unplugging “Ego is dangerous” -Jennifer Gonzalez Jennifer Gonzalez Resources: Presentation Zen Epic Nae Nae Blog post   Jennifer Gonzalez Contact Info Website Twitter Insta Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH   DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE!   LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/ Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

SANDRA NAGY has dedicated her career to driving innovation and building effective organizational strategy. Sandra began her career at Accenture as a Change Management consultant where she supported public and private sector clients through large-scale strategy and business transformation. Two of her years at Accenture were exclusively focused in the Government practice. Sandra spent over a decade as a senior digital strategist at Pearson Education where she led multiple teams that worked across K-20 to transform curriculum and professional development resources with the use of technology. She was a member of a global team of educational technology champions focused on collaborating to solve problems in education. She engaged with stakeholders globally and was responsible for nurturing strategic partnerships with key customers and other like-minded organizations. Prior to Pearson, Sandra worked at The Learning Partnership, a non-profit organization responsible for building stakeholder partnerships to support, promote and advance publicly funded education in Canada. She led a government and business-funded research project to look at blended, online and face-to-face, professional development for teachers in STEM courses. Sandra engaged in speaking opportunities across Canada sharing best practices in sustained, action-research driven professional development that leads to authentic community building. With over 20 years of experience, Sandra has designed, developed and delivered hundreds of learning opportunities to thousands of employees and educators. She is a firm believer in the capacity of educators to drive future-skill development, and in sustained professional development that leverages a blend of learning tools. Sandra leads the Education Practice at Future Design School building strong academic partnerships with school leaders that help to drive their strategic priorities through consulting support, professional development and efficacious curriculum resources. Sandra’s educational background includes a Master's in Education from Harvard University focused on Technology in Education. While completing this degree she worked at TechBoston, an organization infusing technology programs into inner-city Boston schools; conducted published research into distance learning at the Concord Consortium; and volunteered through the MIT Media Lab teaching robotics to home-schooled students. Sandra also holds a Bachelor of Commerce focused on Organizational Behavior and Entrepreneurship from McGill University.   Sandra Nagy Show Highlights: How to rekindle the passion for educators that might have lost their way The mindset you can use to help educators reconnect with their why Developing empathy for people in your organization What tools you can provide to help people move further Learning can be uncomfortable but that’s an example of progress Embracing the “Entrepreneurial mindset.” How to effectively critique ideas How Future Design School works with school leaders and empowers teachers Building problem solvers in schools How Future Design School turned an “innovation pillar” into a reality “What problem do you want to solve?” -Sandra Nagy   Sandra Nagy Resources: Great at work Click here for three awesome DESIGN THINKING posters (no email required -- just a link to my personal G-Drive 😉)   Sandra Nagy Contact Info Website Twitter (@fdesignschool) Facebook Email   “Whose shoes did you walk in today?” -Sandra Nagy Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/ Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

After years of working with students and schools as a motivational speaker, Jeff Becker realized that today's students need more.  He's now the founder of the national organization Can Do U, and it's from this revolutionary platform that he and his team help busy principals to create the school culture of their dreams through packages of motivational speeches, engaging videos, discussion and activity guides, and leadership camps.  He spends all of his time helping principals to win, and cheering for the Philadelphia Eagles, hoping they can do so as well. He loves his wife, two kids, beef jerky, and peanut M&Ms.   Jeff Becker Show Highlights: What Jeff’s eight-month-old has taught him about happiness Jeff’s morning routine and identifying his top 3-5 things for the day How being a recovering copier salesman has helped him pivot How Jeff helps students reach their goals Giving students a positive voice throughout the year Why does communication matter? 3 tips to vastly improve your communication and influence Lack of preparation is a symptom of a larger problem; it exposes your priorities   Jeff Becker Resources:   Developing the Leader Within You   Jeff Becker Contact Info Can Do U Twitter (@jbecker1013) Email   Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community   Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Chuck Poole is a veteran teacher of nearly 20 years who has made it his mission to inspire and encourage teachers all over the world to be the best they can be. He is the visionary behind Teachonomy.com, and the host of the Teachonomy Talks podcast. Chuck is the producer of the uNseries, which is a book series to help teacher reimagine teaching, and he is the author of  uNforgettable: Your Roadmap to Being the Teacher They Never Forget, the first book in the series. Chuck lives in New Jersey with his wife and enjoys mentoring, creating laughter in the classroom, and the continued pursuit of his next adventure.   Chuck Poole Show Highlights: The value of travel and adventure The three things that makes a perfect day for Chuck The two-phase system Chuck uses to plan lessons Are you allowing students and staff to offer regular feedback? A few ideas of how to add “roundtables” to your school The story of uNforgettable: Your Roadmap to Being a Teacher They Never Forget How to be unforgettable How to push past fear Finding balance to be unforgettable The five people you need in your inner-circle   Chuck Poole Resources: uNforgettable: Your Roadmap to Being a Teacher They Never Forget   The Big Leap   Chuck Poole Contact Info uNseries Teachonomy Twitter (@cpoole27) Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Tammy Breitweiser is currently a Curriculum Coach in Northwest Indiana where she is dedicated to student achievement in 7th and 8th grade. With over 23 years of education experience, she is a reading advocate who has a passion for writing as well. During the span of her career, she has worked with pre-K through adult learners.  Tammy has presented at the Indiana Computer Educators conference, the Indiana State Reading Association, and the International Reading Association. After earning her Masters Degree in Teacher Leadership, a new opportunity presented itself and she became trained as a TAP Master teacher. In this position, she was honored to be able to have extensive training in coaching, Teach Like a Champion, professional development, and action research. Tammy Breitweiser now uses all that training in her current position in Michigan City Area Schools.   Tammy Breitweiser Show Highlights: Tammy’s practice of using a bullet journal The three questions Tammy asks that she learned from the School Leadership Series How Tammy used goals and self-care with the educators she coaches The teachers' response to Tammy focusing on their health How reflection helped Tammy solve a communication problem What Tammy is excited about for this year How block scheduling improved literacy campus-wide The support and training offered by transitioning to a block schedule A cool activity you should try with your staff, “The advocate activity.” The power of “Magic Tupperware.”   Tammy Breitweiser Resources: 3 Questions every leader should ask 180 Days 16 Personalities Bullet Journal “Don’t ask kids to do anything you’re not willing to do yourself.” -Tammy Breitweiser Tammy Breitweiser Contact Info Website Twitter Buy the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and non-cognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/ Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

John Ewing joined MƒA in early 2009 as President. Before joining MƒA, Ewing served as Executive Director of the American Mathematical Society for nearly 14 years. With a staff of over 200 employees in four offices and over 32,000 members, the AMS is a major publisher of mathematics research and the largest mathematics research society in the world.   John Ewing previously was a professor of mathematics at Indiana University from 1973-1995, where he also served as Chair of the department for two terms. He has held visiting positions in the mathematics departments of Dartmouth College, the University of Virginia, the Newcastle University, and Göttingen University.   In addition to his research work, Ewing has been active in mathematical exposition, both as writer and editor, winning several national awards. In recent years, he has also written extensively on scholarly and electronic publishing. In 1966, Ewing received his B.S. from St. Lawrence University, which also awarded him an honorary degree in 1996, and received his M.S. and Ph.D. from Brown University in 1971.   John Ewing Show Highlights: The MƒA program and the community it produces Teachers choose their professional development plan How MƒA looks for teamwork (you know it when you DON’T see it) Bringing MƒA concepts back to your schools Changing what teaching “feels” like and how it’s perceived How MƒA engages school leaders Some steps school leaders can take to adopt the MƒA model   John Ewing Contact Info Website Twitter (@MathforAmerica) Buy the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH   DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE!   LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community   Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and non-cognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

After overcoming cancer at 25, Courtney Elmer has made it her mission to show her fellow female entrepreneurs – especially busy moms – how to eliminate stress so they can feel clear, focused, and in control of their life and business. Through private coaching, online courses, speaking appearances, and exclusive retreats, Courtney changes the lives of women by teaching them how to stop feeling overwhelmed and live a more vibrant and fulfilling life. #StressLESS and #LiveMORE is her motto, after all! Courtney Elmer makes her home in the fun and funky city of New Orleans with her husband, Alan, and their son, AJ, as well as their fur-friends Ace and Deuce. To learn more about Courtney, visit courtneyelmer.com or follow her on Instagram @CourtneyElmer_ to learn how to have success without the stress and create a more satisfying life!   Courtney Elmer Show Highlights: Work became her everything and the consequences of that The mirage of success with “things” vs success of your soul When you walk the talk and live what you preach your life aligns to those goals Do you have the support to call you out when you fall into bad habits How Courtney nurtures herself One way you can use an email “Vacation” responder How to cultivate awareness “I felt chained to my work which led to deep depression” -Courtney Elmer   Courtney Elmer Resources: The Miracle Morning Psycho Cybernetics You’re a Badass at Making Money   Courtney Elmer Contact Info Website Insta “You can’t give from an empty well” -Courtney Elmer   Buy my book ...  the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/ Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Steve Shallenberger is the Founder and Chairman of Becoming Your Best Global Leadership, a company based on his breakthrough book, Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders. Becoming Your Best produces transformational leadership, which in turn builds cultures of excellence, which produce high-performance individuals and organizations that are at the top of what they do.   Steve’s goal is to help individuals and companies achieve their very best as they implement the 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders. These principles are crucial to the success of any leader or person.   Steve has provided consulting and training for hundreds of companies and tens of thousands of leaders throughout 25+ countries. An innovator in leadership and corporate training, Steve takes leadership training and team development to a new level using a results-driven success blueprint. His exciting seminars on Leadership, Communication, Time- Management, Goals, Creativity, and Relationships provide an entirely new way of seeing and thinking that can change lives and organizations for the positive.   Steve also co-hosts the popular podcast Becoming Your Best with his partner (and son) Rob Shallenberger. Together, they help listeners uncover the principles of highly successful leaders.   Steve Shallenberger Show Highlights: Research on leadership and how it applies to education What sets apart high performing individuals and organizations from everyone else The 12 principles of great leadership Do you share a vision that is big and inspirational? His process of identifying what sets top performers from average or low performers Top performers often have failures Transformational vs transactional leadership Building great teams Generating the rhythm in your organization Do you use TIGS in your organization? “Sow a thought and you reap an action; sow an act and you reap a habit; sow a habit and you reap a character; sow a character and you reap a destiny.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson   Steve Shallenberger Resources: Personal Performance Self Assessment   Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Richest Man in Babylon How to Win Friends and Influence People The Greatest Salesman in the World The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap     Steve Shallenberger Contact Info Website Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Podcast Upgrade Download the Creating Your Vivid Vision here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/vivid-vision   Buy the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community   Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component of ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Nathan Boyd, took on a new role August of 2017, he is the new Director of African American Student and Parent Services for South Bend Community School Corporation.  As a former school administrator of 13 years, 2012 ISCA Principal of the Year, 2012 National Blue Ribbon of School Excellence Recipient, and 2016 Indiana Principal of the Year he prides himself on being a champion for children.     Nathan Boyd attended Ball State University where he became a special education teacher later earning his masters and administrative license in 2008. Priding himself on providing students with more than just a rigours learning environment.  He is innovative and inspires by fostering a culture of excellence among the school to best prepare students for their future. A few of his accomplishments: voted 2012 ISCA Principal of the Year, 2012 IUSB Distinguished Alumnus,  2012 Ball State Graduate of the Last Decade, traveled to Washington D.C. to receive a National Blue Ribbon of Excellence, and 2016 Indiana (State) Principal of the Year.  While recognized on the floor of the United States Congress, the Honorable Jackie Walorski., shared: “Under Mr. Boyd's leadership, Grissom is providing students a positive, challenging, and academically-oriented learning environment with a focus on building knowledge, reinforcing values, and developing a strong sense of self-worth for every student.”   “Good. Better. Best. Never let it rest. ‘Til your good is better and your better is best.” -St. Jerome   Nathan Boyd Show Highlights: School is about developing human beings The importance of social capital Going all in restorative practices Get buy-in by doing compassion circles with the staff Do you treat kids the way you want your own son or daughter treated? Why you should stop using the word student in parent communication What Nathan misses (and doesn’t miss) about the principalship Using a “coaching” voice all the time is a mistake   “If you don’t feed the teachers, they’ll eat the kids” -Nathan Boyd Nathan Boyd Resources: The BLBS Podcast Todd Whitaker Books Baruti Kafele Books   “It’s a journey … there is no finish line.” -Nathan Boyd Nathan Boyd Contact Info Twitter   Podcast Upgrade Download the Closing open loops (to reduce stress and increase productivity here Buy the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/ Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Danny “Sunshine” Bauer is the founder of Better Leaders Better Schools, a popular blog and most-downloaded podcast for leaders in education. He helps school leaders fight isolation and frustration through his leadership community, “The Mastermind,” in order to gain clarity and find solutions to their greatest challenges. Danny is also the author of a “#1 Hot New Release" on Amazon, The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap, which helps educators create legendary schools.   David Domena is today’s host.  David is an elementary teacher in southern California and a loyal follower of this very podcast,  Today the mic is turned to host Danny “Sunshine” Bauer.ny “Sunshine” Bauer. Danny Sunshine Bauer - Avoiding Isolation Danny experienced isolation as an assistant principal in Chicago. He felt overlooked and that is really why the podcast was birthed. Danny realizes that some school districts excel in their leadership development out of the park. Um, but has found through networking with assistant principals that they're often the leader that's overlooked.   So often assistants don't have meetings or leadership development. Danny knew that he had so much more to offer. Avoiding isolation is really hard to do, so through the podcast Danny connects leaders and helps to solve problems. "And so basically as a podcast listener and listening to different leadership, business related entrepreneurial related podcasts, I thought to myself, well, if I invite people to a powerful conversation, put it out there for free through the show, maybe I'll learn some things right.  I could hear people's success stories, uh, what they've learned from failure and all the tips and tricks, you know, that we try to unpack through the better leaders, better schools podcast." – Danny “Sunshine” Bauer   Danny’s Dream School Take time to download this episode and listen to Danny’s answer to a question he asks often on his podcast.  He will share is idea of what his dream school would look like. He will also share a little secret with his listeners!  Be sure to tune in!   Connecting Consistently The greatest paradox that Danny experienced is when he opened up the podcast and the mastermind to the world,  HeI was able to connect on a much more consistent basis. Danny is in the Netherlands and David is in California and Danny is able to record this interview and share it worldwide through technology.   "So looking at what's available and just trying to get like minded people together a form of tribe and see what we could do as a result." – Danny “Sunshine” Bauer   Staying Focused Danny is focusing on being fully present during these type of conversations or coaching conversations.  He practices meditation to help with choosing whether you want to stay distracted or bring yourself back with intention.  Danny desires to record inspiring and empowering conversations out there for educators. Danny makes a habit of checking in with himself to ensure that he is present frequently. "But it's the small stuff, you know, it's not real big grand things, but they, they, they add up and when I can address them, it helps me just keep trying to become that best version of myself." – Danny “Sunshine” Bauer   Career Highlight Danny’s career highlight is his mastermind group. He has worked with a mentor himself and has gained so much personal growth over the past six months.  While working with Aaron Walker in his mastermind Iron Sharpens Iron, Danny realized that the education industry needed the same type of group to avoid isolation and for transformation of leaders.  He decided that he would step up and fill the gap and serve school leaders. The mastermind group is there week in, week out, where you can build strong deep relationships. Members can be their true authentic self. Leaders can can bring issues of what they don't have figured out and where they need some help and the other members will  alongside you during this leadership journey and help you through it. “And the best part is we don't work together so we can be brutally honest. There's no thinking like, well, you know, what's it going to be like at work if I, if I'm honest and blah, blah, blah. Say this stuff, uh, in, in there's no politics, so we're all just cheering each other on wanting everyone to be successful and we can do that in a very, very authentic, honest, but rooted in love and rooted in love type of way” - Danny “Sunshine” Bauer   Danny “Sunshine” Bauer’s Resources:   The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks   Danny “Sunshine” Bauer’s Contact Info: Website Twitter Facebook Insta LinkedIn Email Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW We help school leaders fight isolation and frustration via a leadership community in order to gain clarity and find solutions to their greatest challenges. Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2019 Better Leaders Better Schools

Nancy Alvarez is the principal of Celina Primary School in Celina, TX.  She has a B.S. in Early Childhood Education and a Masters. in Educational Leadership. She has 20 years of experience in early childhood education.  She has taught in both private and public schools. She also has experience with homeschooling, curriculum design, professional development, instructional coaching, bilingual education, and technology integration.  Her passion and specialty are early childhood education. She has presented at both state and national conferences on the following topics: STEAM in the Early Years, QR and AR Integration, Parental Involvement, Building a Powerful PLN, Learning Spaces, and Future Ready Leaders. On Twitter, she co-moderates a weekly early childhood chat called #ECEchat and blogs regularly at  www.teachngwithnancy.com.   Nancy Alvarez Show Highlights: How to get out of the routine of observations Why Nancy wanted a maker space for her school Incorporating more STEAM into early childhood ed The difference between STEAM labs and maker spaces The extraordinary things kids produce in Nancy’s STEAM labs Nancy’s “wake up call” for unplugging from work The importance of social emotional development for our students Are you learning from podcasts? Be positive and optimistic   Nancy Alvarez Resources: Eat, Move, Sleep The Happiness Advantage   Nancy Alvarez Contact Info Website Twitter     Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above. Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Dr. Sanée Bell is the principal of Morton Ranch Junior High in Katy, TX. She has served as an administrator since 2005 at both the elementary and secondary levels. Sanée was recognized as the 2015 Katy ISD Elementary Principal of the Year. Prior to becoming an administrator, Sanée taught middle school and high school English and also coached girls basketball. She earned her doctorate degree in Educational Leadership with an emphasis in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Houston Clear Lake, where she currently serves as an adjunct professor. Sanée Bell is passionate about authentic, purposeful learning for students and teachers, and also has a strong passion for leadership and its impact on teacher engagement, student learning and school culture.  She recognizes her impact as a leader and uses her role to inspire, motivate, and empower others. Sanée has presented at local, state, national and international conferences, and has written publications and several guest blog posts focused on leadership and its impact on students and teachers. She shares her thoughts on leadership on her blog saneebell.com and via Twitter @SaneeBell.   Sanée Bell Show Highlights: Take care of yourself prior to work to get the most of your work day Planning the day with intention (and with your admin assistant) How to recalibrate when you drop a new (but good) habit Building high performance teams Honoring your individual team member strengths Ah-ha moments of understanding who you are a leader vs the actual organization you lead Collaborating on the #EdWriteNow Vol II Preventing teen suicide with the Will to Live Foundation How to engage in productive conflict via collective agreements “You can’t principal from the office” -Dr. Sanée Bell   Sanée Bell Resources: The Breakthrough Coach Compass points activity Strengths Finder 2.0 DISC #EdWriteNow Volume I #EdWriteNow Volume II (Coming in January) Will to Live Foundation   Sanée Bell Contact Info Website Twitter “Be excellent on purpose” -Dr. Sanée Bell Podcast Upgrade Download the Power of DISC Profiles here https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/176-sanee-bell/   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above. Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Julia Freeland Fisher is director of education research at the Clayton Christensen Institute, a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank. She leads a team devoted to informing policymakers and community leaders on the power of disruptive innovation to transform schools. In her new book, Who You Know: Unlocking Innovations That Expand Students’ Networks, authors Julia Freeland Fisher explores a fresh perspective, giving educators and school administrators a model for breaking the pattern of inequality in the classroom. While discussions about inequality in education often focus on achievement gaps, opportunity is about more than just test scores. Opportunity sits at the cross-section of what students know and whom they know.   Julia Freeland Fisher Show Highlights: Addressing the opportunity gap in education Are we naive to the networking opportunities available to our students? What is social capital and understanding the value of your networks Strong ties vs weak ties Avoiding an echo chamber What schools can do when students lack sufficient care and support networks Real-world opportunities and bolstering networks via emerging tech Thinking critically about technology Schools can do something about improving their students’ networks Social capital within a network correlates to student achievement Are students individuals or networks?   Julia Freeland Fisher Resources: How to Live Forever Julia Freeland Fisher Contact Info Who You Know website Christensen Institute Twitter Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above. Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

PAUL BAMBRICK-SANTOYO is the Chief Schools Officer for Uncommon Schools and the Founder and Dean of the Leverage Leadership Institute, creating proof points of excellence in urban schools nationwide. Author of multiple books, including Driven by Data, Leverage Leadership 2.0, Get Better Faster, A Principal Manager’s Guide to Leverage Leadership, and Great Habits, Great Readers, Bambrick-Santoyo has trained over 20,000 school leaders worldwide in instructional leadership, including multiple schools that have gone on to become the highest-gaining or highest achieving schools in their districts, states and/or countries. Prior to these roles, Bambrick-Santoyo co-founded the Relay National Principals Academy Fellowship and spent 13 years leading North Star Academies in Newark, NJ, whose results are among the highest-achieving urban schools in the nation.  He also taught for six years in a bilingual school in Mexico City. Paul Bambrick-Santoyo Show Highlights: What Paul’s perfect day looks like System for spreading great ideas Expanding the experience of what excellence is Professional development and leadership is only as good as  what you practice Creating a school of practice Codifying the best practices with leaders Key skills you need to be a successful leader Laser focus on the core What would I do differently Taking a pause to re-energize Learning from those on the front lines Planning backwards where every child can exceed, relentless on whether or not students are learning, and sustained involvement “Every great teacher I’ve met, they’re at home on a Sunday night revising their lesson plan even if they have taught it for 20 years and they’re looking at a piece of student work saying that this individual student needs something new, what am I going to do differently? ” - Paul Bambrick-Santoyo   Resources: Leverage Leadership 2.0: A Practical Guide to Building Exceptional Schools The Founder's Mentality: How to Overcome the Predictable Crises of Growth Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World   “I think what distinguishes a great school from an average school is how a leader uses their time.” - Paul Bambrick-Santoyo   Paul Bambrick-Santoyo Contact Info Website Leverage Leader Institute Twitter LinkedIn Email Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community   Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above. Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Paresh Shah is a unique combination of a technology engineer, Harvard MBA, serial entrepreneur, strategist to companies around the world, heroic speaker, innovation trainer and trained mindfulness yogi. Prior to his role at the Non-Obvious Company, Paresh was an engineer at Northrop Grumman Aerospace and has been in technology, media and science his whole life. Paresh was also an early executive at Monitor Company, a strategic consultancy formed by several Harvard Business School professors, including world-renowned business strategist Michael Porter. As a complement to his business background, Paresh graduated first in his engineering class, has taught in several MBA programs and is under contract with IdeaPress Publishing to publish Lifter Leadership later this year.   Paresh Shaw Show Highlights: A very practical exercise to get calibrated for your day Why it’s important to go with the flow How to integrate our minds and our hearts Building character through lifter leadership Younger generation is more attuned to authenticity Do you “Word watch”? The four mindsets of lifter leadership Labels and boxes and the harm they can cause to people The misunderstanding Darwin introduced into the world “You can create the world through your positive attitude” -Paresh Shah   Paresh Shaw Resources:   How to Win Friends and Influence People The Art of Possibility   “Life unfolds beautifully when we are attuned” -Paresh Shah   Paresh Shaw Contact Info Website & TEDx Talk Twitter LinkedIn Email   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above. Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Arthur Carmazzi is one of the Top 10 of the world’s Top 30 Thought Leaders in both Leadership and Organizational Culture categories by Global Gurus. Arthur is on a mission to revolutionize the entire education system. He’s the Designer of the Arthur Carmazzi education methodology utilized by The Kingsley Leadership Academy, a high school cultivating the world’s future leaders through Arthur’s New Education System. Arthur is also the Bestselling Author of 11 books specializing in psychological approaches to leadership and corporate culture transformation.   Arthur Carmazzi Show Highlights: Using gamification in organizational culture Arthur’s approach to creating teams The Colored Brain and how we deal with ambiguity How Squadli infuses gamification into your organization Connecting emotional drivers to create diverse “Hives” & “Pods” at Kingsley Incentives that are used at Kingsley Kingsley uses “Success Coaches” not Teachers Every student publishes at least one book a year and a YouTube channel to share their learning Setting kids up for success Secrets of building great teams “We want to break things … we want to be innovators.” -Arthur Carmazzi   Arthur Carmazzi Resources: Architects of Extraordinary Team Culture Squadli “Building effective teams is a predictable formula.” -Arthur Carmazzi Arthur Carmazzi Contact Info Kingsley Leadership Academy Website Colored Brain Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Email   Podcast Upgrade Download the Using Emotional Drivers to Build Great Teams here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/172-arthur-carmazzi   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above. Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Dan Butler serves as the principal of Epworth Elementary School in the Western Dubuque Community School District. He received his BA in Elementary Education and MA in Educational Leadership from the University of Northern Iowa (UNI) in Cedar Falls. Dan received an Advanced Studies Certificate (Superintendent) and is currently enrolled in the Doctorate of Education Degree (EdD) program at UNI. In the past, he served as the principal of Epworth and Farley Elementary Schools simultaneously for 4 years focusing on positive relationships with all members of the learning community, high impact instructional techniques, building leadership capacity in others, and establishing successful school cultures. Dan continues to learn, grow, and contribute to education by presenting at local, state, and national conferences about digital leadership, 21st century public relations/communication, continuous improvement, positive psychology/employee engagement, and developing leadership capacity. Dan has received a number awards and was most recently recognized as the University of Northern Iowa Educational Leadership Legacy award winner and 2017 bizTimes.biz Rising Star in the Dubuque area. He serves as the co-moderator of Iowa Educational Chat (#IAedchat), a weekly Twitter forum held on Sunday evenings at 8:00 CST focused on the latest trends in education. Dan has published various articles to Principal Magazine focused on digital leadership, literacy, and productivity. When not at school, Dan enjoys spending time with his family and friends, reading, watching and participating in various sports, and attending a variety of events within the Western Dubuque School District. Dan and his wife, Johna, reside in Epworth with their two sons, Mason and Nolan.   Dan Butler Show Highlights: Using empowerment and delegation to maximize productivity Do you feel a sense of accomplishment at the end of the day? What makes it on Dan’s to-do list Dan’s protocol for email His practice of meeting with staff for 30 minute convos once a quarter Make sure you consider how to include everyone in the group Ask … don’t assume! How Dan gives the gift of an hour to every staff member The best culture building resource Dan has seen in the last year “I want to create an environment where people are engaged, making a difference, and strengths are utilized.” -Dan Butler Dan Butler Resources:   The Culture Code   Dan Butler Contact Info Website Twitter Facebook Insta Email   Podcast Upgrade Download the Conversation Starters with Staff here Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above. Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and non-cognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/ Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Rebecca fights poverty. She has walked with dozens of families as they made it completely out of poverty. Rebecca sees poverty as the main driver for most social problems. So let’s get people out of poverty! She works with kids, parents, educators and communities to do just that! Trauma-informed and restorative justice principles are the tool belt. Changed mindsets become the toolbox and relationships are the playground for taking this age old dilemma and turning it into a winnable game.   Rebecca Lewis-Pankratz Show Highlights: What are we missing and what can we do better? Tips on being a more flexible leader The to-do list will always be there and how to deal with that How Rebecca leverages community to push through roadblocks Rebecca’s remarkable story of escaping poverty The power of disarming and empowering Middle class strategies don’t work for at risk kids. Parents living in poverty and educators want the same thing “How do we solve this together?” philosophy Creating welcoming environments for all How to crush parent - teacher conferences “We need you to tell us how to solve it” -Rebecca Lewis-Pankratz   Rebecca Lewis-Pankratz Resources:   The Deepest Well Paper Tigers The Trauma Informed School     Rebecca Lewis-Pankratz Contact Info Website Twitter (@PovertyEdge) Email   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above. Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Above all else, Scott Long is a son, a brother, a father, and a husband. These relationships inspire him to be better every single day.  Scott and his 3 1/2-year-old son Grady have a slogan they use with each other every day that best summarizes what he aspires to be for those around him, especially for his amazing wife Jessica: "Humble, Kind, Hard-working." Scott is moved by his relationship with God to serve others as: a coach to inspire; a counselor to support; a teacher to lead; and a friend for fellowship & collaboration.  He is the Principal at Doherty Elementary in West Bloomfield, Michigan, where their mission, in partnership with families and the community, is to provide a safe place where all children learn, laugh, and grow together into lifelong learners.  The DOherty FAMILY lives this mission by behaving with four core values in mind: Rocky's Cuff Link All Hands In Finding the Marigold R.E.S.P.E.C.T They succeed by growing together as a family, building a culture of positive abundance, providing strong systems of student support, and delivering wildly engaging instruction. Scott has served in education for 15 years as a middle school language arts & AVID teacher, a middle school assistant principal, and now as an elementary principal.  He was the 2017 NASSP Michigan Assistant Principal of the Year, which was only made possible because of the amazing team of educators with whom he worked. He enjoys spending his free time hanging out with family, reading, working out, doing anything related to baseball, and listening to music by Switchfoot.   Scott Long Show Highlights: Are you getting inspired on the road? Scott’s walking club at school How Scott uses his “Life Song Page” The one question Scott has heard on the podcast that he asks every day Scott’s approach to creating Doherty’s sticky core values Dealing with the fear of rolling out an innovative initiative The exact amount of time it took Scott to create core values with his community Use narratives to illustrate to what you want   “Which value is the most prevalent within our community?” -Scott Long   Scott Long Resources: TED Talk by Switchfoot - we all have a song inside of us Ideal Week Template The Advantage “Fear feeds on time” -Scott Long   Scott Long Contact Info Twitter     Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leader Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above. Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Christopher Lochhead is one of the pioneers of the “Authentic Dialogue” category of podcasts, a best-selling author and three-time Silicon Valley, public company CMO. He stands out for his unique point of view, sense of humor, hard-fought experience and whisky stained mind. In Christopher’s new book, Niche Down: How to Become Legendary by Being Different, he and co-author Heather Clancy go deep, taking you on a fun, practical, example-packed look at what it takes to design and dominate your own niche. They blow up the idea that the path way to success is building a brand and instead teach you how to “Niche Down” and become known for a niche that you own. Listeners love Legends & Losers because it is not your typical formulaic “interview show.” Instead it’s one of the few real, raw, authentic dialogue shows. From Elon Musk’s first investor Nancy Pfund, NBA legend Bill Walton, New York Times best- selling author Sebastian Junger, the cofounders of John’s Crazy Socks, 4-Star General Stanley McChrystal to convicted murderer-turned motivational speaker Will Little, Christopher has remarkable conversations with hundreds of legendary thinkers from Silicon Valley and beyond. Christopher says Niche Down is for someone wanting a legendary career, and for “small-e- entrepreneurs” looking to make a mark on the world. It’s the first book on category design for smaller businesses and individuals.   Christopher Lochhead Show Highlights: The power of authentic conversations and how to have more of them Curious perspective vs win - lose Foreground vs Background Conversations What’s the purpose of you having the conversation you’re having right now? The story of writing Niche Down If you study Pablo Picasso, you can learn how to niche down The exact question(s) to ask in order to become a category king Better doesn’t mean you are different Fall in love with the problem not the solution What problem are we really solving in schools? “Follow your different” -Christopher Lochhead   Christopher Lochhead Resources: Radical Candor Niche Down Treffert Center   “It’s what makes us different that makes us difference” -Christopher Lochhead Christopher Lochhead Contact Info Website Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Email “Conversations are not about me getting you to agree with my predetermined point-of-view” -Christopher Lochhead   Podcast Upgrade Download the 5 Questions to Niche Down here https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/168-christopher-lochhead   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above. Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Nancy Conrad created the Conrad Foundation in 2008 to energize and engage students in science and technology through unique entrepreneurial opportunities. The organization’s flagship program, the Conrad Challenge, is a global competition challenging students to combine education, innovation and entrepreneurship to create products that address real-world challenges and global sustainability. By enabling young minds to connect education, innovation and entrepreneurship, the Foundation helps provide a bold platform for enriching the innovative workforce of the future. Ms. Conrad has been a featured speaker at national and international conferences. Her presentations include TED Long Beach, the Legatum Institute at MIT, and, at the invitation of HM King Abdullah Bin Abdul-Aziz, she spoke at the Global Competitiveness Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. She also presented at the Global Diversity Leadership Conference at Harvard University and the National Modeling and Simulation Coalition conference in Washington, DC. As a leader in transformative education, she has testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Science, Space and Technology detailing how the Conrad Foundation exemplifies the use of partnership and mentorship to improve STEM education. She has been named one of the top 100 leaders in STEM Education. Ms. Conrad serves on the Board of Directors of the Presidential Scholars.   Nancy Conrad Show Highlights: Why Nancy started the Conrad Challenge The transformative education approach Nancy uses What kind of challenges do students solve in the Conrad challenge? “No box” thinking Use the word “challenges” instead of  “problems” Your expectations matter for your students and staff Are we making students prisoners of their own minds? Invite your students to the table How schools are juice factories   Nancy Conrad Resources: Apply to the Conrad Challenge   Nancy Conrad Contact Info Website Twitter YouTube Facebook Read the Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and non-cognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE) You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   The Conrad Challenge The Conrad Challenge promotes collaborative, student-centered, real world-relevant learning that fosters innovation and entrepreneurship, unleashing students’ potential to create future-defining solutions and a sustainable society for generations to come. The Conrad Challenge invites teams of 2-5 students between the ages of 13-18 to innovate new products and services that address global issues in one of six categories: Aerospace & Aviation; Cyber-Technology & Security; Energy & Environment; Health & Nutrition; Smoke-Free World; Transforming Education with Technology.     The registration process is open from August 24 to October 19, 2018 at www.conradchallenge.org.   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Kimberley began her career in child psychology with young offenders providing therapy for juveniles aged 10 – 16 years. She gained skills in Developmental Psychology and Play Therapy before traveling extensively to acquire cross-cultural experience with non-English speaking children. Returning to Australia, in 2000, Kimberley established her first clinic as a sole- practitioner and later launched Quirky Kid in 2007 with her partner, Leonardo Rocker. Quirky Kid has since expanded to include two clinics and a creative team of ten, producing award-winning educational resources for classrooms and clinics worldwide. Kimberley, Leonardo and their two children, Olivia (11) and Ben (7) live in Sydney, Australia. Kimberley O'Brien Show Highlights: Kimberley’s why for working with kids as a child psychologist Tips for getting people in the mood for talking Why Kimberley’s office CANNOT look like a principal’s office The importance of a name and what it communicates … The Best of Friends program, a great SEL program to consider for your school   Kimberley O'Brien Resources: Best of Friends Program Biz Chix Podcast The Green School in Bali   Kimberley O'Brien Contact Info Website Email Twitter   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above. Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   The Conrad Challenge The Conrad Challenge promotes collaborative, student-centered, real world-relevant learning that fosters innovation and entrepreneurship, unleashing students’ potential to create future-defining solutions and a sustainable society for generations to come. The Conrad Challenge invites teams of 2-5 students between the ages of 13-18 to innovate new products and services that address global issues in one of six categories: Aerospace & Aviation; Cyber-Technology & Security; Energy & Environment; Health & Nutrition; Smoke-Free World; Transforming Education with Technology.     The registration process is open from August 24 to October 19, 2018 at www.conradchallenge.org.   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Ben Baker has always been passionate about story telling. Whether it was in sales in his early career or over the last 20 years as a marketer, Ben’s goal has always been to tell a story that is relevant, valuable and engages his audience. It is about letting people understand the values and vision of the companies that I work with.   If people, whether they be staff, customers or potential customers do not understand who you are, what you do and why you do it. . . why should they care? My job is to create the conversation that allows them to care. Ben has been the owner and chief storyteller at Your Brand Marketing for the last decade and can be found at www.yourbrandmarketing.com Ben originally was my guest on Episode 126.   “What do people think about me when I’m not in the room?” -Ben Baker   Ben Baker Show Highlights: Your personal brand is part past, present, and future How a powerful personal brand can inspire confidence The powerful personal brand can help kids be better The top three people Ben admires and why (ask this question too to build a powerful personal brand) How Ben would approach social media as a school leader Tips for using video in innovative ways A practical example of thinking through your personal brand   Ben Baker Resources: Download a free chapter of Ben’s new book on personal branding David Brier: Rising Above the Noise Gary Vee Twitter Gary Vee Insta   Ben Baker Contact Info Your Brand Marketing   Podcast Upgrade Download the Tools for Creating Great Video here https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/166-ben-baker/   Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above. Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and noncognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   The Conrad Challenge The Conrad Challenge promotes collaborative, student-centered, real world-relevant learning that fosters innovation and entrepreneurship, unleashing students’ potential to create future-defining solutions and a sustainable society for generations to come. The Conrad Challenge invites teams of 2-5 students between the ages of 13-18 to innovate new products and services that address global issues in one of six categories: Aerospace & Aviation; Cyber-Technology & Security; Energy & Environment; Health & Nutrition; Smoke-Free World; Transforming Education with Technology.     The registration process is open from August 24 to October 19, 2018 at www.conradchallenge.org.   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools

Tamara Fyke is a creative entrepreneur with a passion for kids, families, and urban communities, and is the creator, author, and brand manager for Love In A Big World. In her early days, Tamara worked as a substitute teacher in Metro Nashville Public Schools. She transitioned to leading community programs as well as in-school support services, program development, and research. Tamara received her master’s degree in education from Vanderbilt University’s Peabody College of Education and Human Development and worked at Vanderbilt’s Center for Safe & Supportive Schools providing professional development, coaching, and consulting for principals and teachers for issues related to safety and climate.   Tamara is editor of Building People: Social-Emotional Learning for Kids, Schools & Communities, a book published by Abingdon Press that brings 12 wide-ranging perspectives on SEL to educators, parents, and leaders.   Tamara’s specialties and focus areas within education include racial equality; educational technology; entrepreneurship; digital literacy; educational video games; research; school climate; curriculum design; applied developmental science; arts education; urban education; service learning; literature education; the development of caring learning communities; the professional development of educators; and learning in out of school contexts.   Tamara lives in Nashville, Tennessee, and is the proud mother of three adopted children.   Tamara Fyke Show Highlights: Love in a Big World’s SEL Curriculum Relationships with self and others Ownership and power facing challenging circumstances Risk and resiliency research Stop being a control freak Give yourself time to become who you need to be Do I let my people know that I care?   “I wish schools were more like a home rather than an institution” -Tamara Fyke   Tamara Fyke Resources:   The Matrix Coach Snoop     Tamara Fyke Contact Info Website Twitter (@LoveInABigWorld) Facebook Insta LinkedIn Email Show Some Love BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above. Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: ORGANIZED BINDER Organized Binder is an evidence-based RTI2 Tier 1 universal level solution Focuses on improving executive functioning and non-cognitive skills Is in direct alignment with the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework Is an integral component for ensuring Least Restrictive Environments (LRE)   You can learn more and improve your student’s success at https://organizedbinder.com/   The Conrad Challenge The Conrad Challenge promotes collaborative, student-centered, real world-relevant learning that fosters innovation and entrepreneurship, unleashing students’ potential to create future-defining solutions and a sustainable society for generations to come. The Conrad Challenge invites teams of 2-5 students between the ages of 13-18 to innovate new products and services that address global issues in one of six categories: Aerospace & Aviation; Cyber-Technology & Security; Energy & Environment; Health & Nutrition; Smoke-Free World; Transforming Education with Technology.     The registration process is open from August 24 to October 19, 2018 at www.conradchallenge.org.   Copyright © 2018 Better Leaders Better Schools