Returning from the winter break marks the unofficial half-way mark of the school year. Ken and Matt talk about the best strategies and ideas to think about as you return from the coveted winter break. There is so much we want to accomplish with students in such a short amount of time. This episode gets a little emotional when Ken … Read More
Show 100: Leading a Culture Where All Students Succeed
Norah is a well-rounded, experienced educator. She has taught in special education, led buildings as an assistant and lead principal, and now services the entire district as special education and curriculum supervisor. Norah is using her background to create systems and transform school cultures to create the most successful environments for students. When you feel burnt out in education, … Read More
Show 99: Relationships MATTER and they WILL Impact Academic Success
Dr. Nancy Miles is a grounded, authentic, passionate educator always setting forth to do best by students. She has a diverse experience in teaching almost every elementary grade-level and her seasoned approach is apparent in this episode. She is all in on relationships and student-centered learning. She showcases how we can focus on the behavioral expectations of choice and allow … Read More
Show 98: A Leader for Life
It is amazing to sit down and talk with Dr. Winston Sakurai. He has a diverse, impressive, vast experience in education. Through all his positions, he has always had a clear sight set on doing what is best for students. He champions their leadership and supports teachers in every way possible. Winston had an amazing start to his career, working … Read More
Show 97: Humble Leadership Creating Powerful Results
Greg Bagby is a humble, experienced, knowledgeable leader. HIs passions as a teacher have transcend his ability to support teachers as a building leader and district leader. In our conversation we discuss the best ways to work as a reflective teacher and how that can directly impact your students’ performance. Learning is a process. Performance based doesn’t mean it has … Read More
