TL;DR: Attempts to use a common WIN period for intervention were overwhelming due to the sheer number of students who needed help. After brainstorming with a colleague and involving administrators, a new initiative for a Math Intervention WIN was proposed and implemented, eventually leading to the creation of full-time Math Interventionist positions to better support struggling students. The Case for … Read More
Episode 88: Clearing Out the Adult Problems with Beth Napleton
Beth Napleton, a certified Gallup Strengths Finder coach, joins me on the show this week to talk deeply about leaning into our strengths. We also discuss one of the biggest challenges leaders can face; managing adult behaviors and repairing the problems right at the breaking point. Beth Napleton joins me on the show this week to talk about one of … Read More
Episode 86: Executive Branding with Dr. Benjamin Ritter
Dr. Benjamin Ritter stops by the show and shares great insights into building an executive leadership brand, helping us all create a career path we love, along with an awesome TEAM approach to leading. That, plus your #PepTalk on this week’s show. MORE EPISODES
The Curse of Mount Rushmore
TL;DR: People in education can sometimes lose touch with what is most important. Remember who you are and why you went into the profession. Above all, stay true to your mission. Each year, new teachers, administrators, and superintendents are hired. School districts across the United States put their faith in individuals and hope they will support the students and staff … Read More
Teaching Champions Podcast Episode 187: Listening, Celebrating, and Leading with SWAG with Dominic Armano
In this episode Dominic Armano shares how as a school administrator he creates a positive school culture. Among the topics we discuss are the power of truly listening, acknowledging and celebrating the school community, and leading with SWAG. MORE EPISODES