The Impact of A School Administrator

Susan JachymiakBlog, Lead Better

It is the start of a new year, and I have been thinking about habits and goals that I want to see myself accomplish this year. I started habit tracking last year, and I have been exercising at the gym for 30 minutes a day, reading for at least 20 minutes a day, and doing a Duolingo Spanish lesson each … Read More

Episode #277: Dr. Efraín Martínez

Dana GoodierOut of the Trenches Podcast

Dr. Efraín Martínez is a father, husband, a K-5 principal, and podcaster. As a wisdom seeker, he has found productivity to be a great tool for success in life. On his podcast Wisdom & Productivity, he reflects on life and interviews luminary figures on what makes them be who they are. His one word is improvement, and he tries every day … Read More

Episode #210: Brandi Kelly

Dana GoodierOut of the Trenches Podcast

Mrs. Brandi Kelly has been in the field of education for over 20 years. She has recently assumed the role of Superintendent at Mt. Olive CUSD #5 in Mt. Olive, IL. Mrs. Kelly has served as a Principal previously, over a 10 year period, in three districts: Ramsey School District (Pre-K-8), Mt. Zion School District (Pre-K-1), and Sangamon Valley Middle … Read More

Episode #108: Christine Ravesi-Weinstein

Dana GoodierOut of the Trenches Podcast

Christine Ravesi-Weinstein currently serves as a high school Assistant Principal in Massachusetts and previously worked as a high school science department chair for four years and classroom teacher for 15. Diagnosed with anxiety and depression at 23, Christine began her journey towards mental wellness. She began a non-profit organization in June of 2017 aimed at removing the stigma of mental … Read More

Episode #56: Chris Dodge

Dana GoodierOut of the Trenches Podcast

Christopher Dodge is currently the Principal of The Orange Elementary Schools in Orange, MA, serving 500 students in grades PreK-6. He began his career as a grade 5 and 6 educator in Petersham, MA. Chris’ passion as an educator included differentiating mathematics instruction for all students. Chris is an advocate for adult and student’ social-emotional well-being, and the impact it … Read More