Episode 97: Beyond the Desk with Katie Powell

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

AMLE Middle Level Programs Director Katie Powell joins Darrin on the show to share the joys of middle school, administrator supports available from AMLE, and the role of community connections in middle level schools. Katie also dishes on her books ‘Boredom Busters’ and ‘Frustration Busters’ along with a heartwarming story of a former student. That, plus your #PepTalk on this … Read More

Episode 46: A Next Level Conversation with Jonathan Alsheimer

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

What does authentic student engagement look like? How should schools work to tell their story? What can today’s school leaders do to help teachers right now? Tune in to an awesome conversation with middle school teacher and speaker Jonathan Alsheimer to find out. That, plus your #PepTalk and more on this week’s show.   MORE EPISODES

Episode 32: The “IT Factor” with Dean Packard

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

What does it take to cultivate meaningful relationships in your community? How do you ensure new staff buy in? Check out this conversation with middle school principal Dean Packard to find out. That, plus your #PepTalk and more on this week’s show. MORE EPISODES

Episode 27: Chasing Greatness with Don Epps

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

How do you make state testing exciting? You launch testapalooza, that’s how. Rockstar educator Don Epps stops by the show to talk positive culture and celebration. That, plus your #PepTalk and more on this week’s show. MORE EPISODES