TL;DR: Grow your professional competencies beyond your classroom walls by supporting new teachers, contributing to team meetings, and joining district initiatives. Offer guidance to new staff, share resources with peers, and seek out leadership roles even without the formal title. Stretch your professional edges by actively seeking opportunities for growth in your school and district. While I was getting dynamic … Read More
Episode 162: Uncommon Sense with Dr. Ryan Donlan
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Ryan Donlan, Professor at Indiana State University and former K-12 Superintendent, to discuss the critical role of assistant principals and new teachers in shaping school culture. With over 20 years of leadership experience, Dr. Donlan shares insights on how to ensure every educator feels valued and supported, offering practical advice for building … Read More
Episode 113: Equip, Empower, and Engage with Dr. Joy Karavedas
Dr. Joy Karavedas joins Darrin on the show to talk about the transition from a classroom role to a leadership position. Joy shares her insights and ideas to equip, empower, and engage individuals helping them to release the leader within. That, plus your #PepTalk on this week’s show. MORE EPISODES
Episode 11: You don’t have to do it alone
In this week’s episode, Darrin dives into the lonely life of the new leader. More importantly, he hits the two most important things he did to rescue himself from himself. Along the way, he will tell you the story of a few struggles and how he came to the realization that he needed help. That, plus your #PepTalk and more … Read More