TL;DR: As a teacher, you are already a leader in your classroom, but there are more opportunities for you to lead within your school district. It’s important to avoid falling into a routine and to constantly evaluate and revamp your teaching methods to fit the needs of your current students. Leaders are not afraid to try new things and share … Read More
Episode 72: Running Toward the Problem with Adam Stolzer
The first full episode of Aspiring, New, and Rising Leaders month brings Adam Stolzer, a new high school principal in rural Nebraska to the show. Adam shares insights into school culture, the value of a strong mentor, and running toward the problem. That, plus your #PepTalk and more on this week’s show. MORE EPISODES
Episode 71: My First Steps into Leadership (A Special Edition)
Darrin is flying solo for this short, mid-week edition of the podcast. May is a very special month here on the Leaning into Leadership podcast. In this episode, Darrin tells a little bit of the story of his first steps into a school leadership position as well as shares some of what’s to come this month. MORE EPISODES
The Intersection of Leadership and Special Education: Featuring Dr. Amy Mathews-Perez
In this week’s episode, Dr. Amy Mathews-Perez shares how, as a Principal, she felt successful but unfulfilled. Join us as we talk about being authentic in our desires and mission, while not conforming to other people’s assumptions and expectations. In this episode, we discuss: Supporting special education as a leader Teaching those we serve how to collaborate And her upcoming … Read More
The Reluctant Leader: First Things First
TL;DR: Being a leader, even a reluctant one, provides you with opportunities to make a difference. You can achieve great things when you have a true partnership with your administration. If you are passionate about something and know it is best for the students, go for it. The Reluctant Leader: First Things First When I first joined Plano High School, … Read More