In this bonus episode, Dr. Jill Siler shares her five top leadership books and the reasons she loves these amazing resources. In addition, we discuss the latest book award she received and her new position. [bctt tweet=””Aspire Podcast”” username=””] About Dr. Jill Siler: Dr. Jill Siler has been serving as the Superintendent of Gunter ISD, a growing school district an … Read More
Let’s Put the C in PLC: Featuring Chad Dumas
How would you describe a productive and effective Professional Learning Community (PLC)? In my experience in multiple schools and districts, this model has looked drastically different in each setting. This week’s guest, Chad Dumas, shares a practical guide for leaders on how to collaborate and get sustained results for students. In this episode, we discuss: The Steps Needed to Get … Read More
Assessing with Respect: Featuring Starr Sackstein
What if, in the world of education, grades did not exist? This week’s guest, Starr Sackstein, shares how she removed grades from her classroom, focused on critical feedback to her students, and incorporated social emotional and equity components to the assessment process. [bctt tweet=”I’m listening to the #AspireLead podcast featuring Starr Sackstein as she shares about critical feedback vs. grades. … Read More
Aspire to RISE: Featuring Alex Valencic
Have you ever interviewed for a job and not received the promotion you were seeking? In today’s episode featuring Alex Valencic, Sarah Johnson and Joshua Stamper discuss the topics of working through the disappointment, establishing your relationship with your new supervisor, and the way to have transparent conversations about your goals. [bctt tweet=”I’m listening to Aspire to RISE with Sarah … Read More
Beyond the Surface of Restorative Practices: Featuring Marisol Quevedo Rerucha
How do we dismantle barriers that exclude, recognize past trauma, and identify resources for those in need? This week’s guest, Marisol Quevedo Rerucha, shares how implementing restorative practices changed student behaviors, connected the community and recognized each person. In this episode, we discuss: The importance of Morning Check Ins Restorative practices and circles Collective agreements And Marisol’s new book, Beyond … Read More