Episode #35: Todd Whitaker

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Dr. Todd Whitaker is recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, with a message about the importance of teaching that has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. Todd is a professor of educational leadership at the University of Missouri and professor emeritus at Indiana State University. He has spent his life pursuing his … Read More

Episode #45: Jessica Cabeen

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Jessica Cabeen was named the 2017 Minnesota Principal of the Year. Jessica is the Principal of Ellis Middle School in Austin, Minnesota. She is the author of “Leading with Grace”, “Hacking Early Learning”, “Unconvential Leadership” & co-author of “Balance like a Pirate”. Follow Jessica on Twitter/IG @jessicacabeen & FB: principalinbalance  Visit her website: www.jessicacabeen.com to sign up for her monthly … Read More

Episode #47: Rob Breyer

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Robert Breyer is the proud principal of Cameron Elementary School in Cameron, N. Carolina. He also makes time to coach aspiring leaders who are looking to make the transition from teacher to administration. He is the host of The Guiding Principals Podcast, where he encourages visionary school leaders to share the stories of their own leadership journey, and celebrates their … Read More

Episode #69: Chad Dumas

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Chad Dumas, Ed.D., is an educational consultant with Next Learning Solutions, international 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 … Read More

Episode #71: Joe Pizzo

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The AMLE National Middle Level Educator of the Year for 2020, Joe Pizzo teaches Integrated Language Arts and serves as the drama co-director at the Black River Middle School in Chester, NJ. A veteran middle school teacher of 47 years and an adjunct professor formerly with Union County College and the College of Saint Elizabeth, Joe has been with Centenary … Read More