Using AI Layering to Create Hyper-Localized Curriculum with Brent Zirkel

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Squid Game: The Official Podcast

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Keys and Knives - S3 Ep 1 26:28

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Squid Game is back—and this time, the knives are out. In the thrilling Season 3 premiere, Player 456 is spiraling and a brutal round of hide-and-seek forces players to kill or be killed. Hosts Phil Yu and Kiera Please break down Gi-hun’s descent into vengeance, Guard 011’s daring betrayal of the Game, and the shocking moment players are forced to choose between murdering their friends… or dying. Then, Carlos Juico and Gavin Ruta from the Jumpers Jump podcast join us to unpack their wild theories for the season. Plus, Phil and Kiera face off in a high-stakes round of “Hot Sweet Potato.” SPOILER ALERT! Make sure you watch Squid Game Season 3 Episode 1 before listening on. Play one last time. IG - @SquidGameNetflix X (f.k.a. Twitter) - @SquidGame Check out more from Phil Yu @angryasianman , Kiera Please @kieraplease and the Jumpers Jump podcast Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts . Squid Game: The Official Podcast is produced by Netflix and The Mash-Up Americans.…

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Importance of curriculum being transparent
Making sure parents know exactly what we are teaching.
Web sites for classroom.
If you put yourself out there in the public, it motivates you to create more and better things.
https://Raidersocialstudies.com
AI makes it easier to organize your thoughts and put it in a systemic way.
80/20 in work usage.
Middle East Unit
Gives kids deeper ways to understand what is going on in the world.
Not getting kids to understand facts and dates.
Helping kids understand and perceive the world and make judgments.
American values and patriotism are very important to our community.
When you arm teachers with good curriculum you can have good discussions.
Greater freedom in the discussion point because it is a discussion, not a “lesson”.
Layering with AI - Using multiple technologies that wouldn’t be possible with just one AI.
AI Tools used: Suno (music), ChatGPT (art & more), MagicSchool (make it relevant), SchoolAI, assessments
AI Tools are thought partners.
How to be a transformative principal? Good Better Best, Never Let it rest till your good is better and your better is your best.

About Brent Zirkel:

Brent Zirkel is currently the Elementary Principal at Mary Welsh Elementary in Williamsburg, Iowa, a school of about 650 students. He also serves as the district ELL Director, Migratory Education Program Director, and Preschool Program Director. Brent has previously served as the Associate Principal at Williamsburg Jr/Sr. High School (7-12) and Fort Madison Middle School (4-8). Brent taught Spanish at Fort Madison High School for 12 years where he was honored for 5 consecutive years with the Terry Branstad Inspiring Teacher Award for serving as a motivational force to some of Iowa’s top-performing high school students. He has a BA in Geography and Spanish Education, an MS in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Bilingual Education (ELL), and is certified as a Pre-K-12 Administrator and Special Education Supervisor.

Brent is also a co-founder of the Test Kitchen Educational Foundation: a non-profit organization that creates innovative after-school programming for rural communities in Iowa by getting youth excited about learning through engagement in academics, culinary arts, and valuable life skills.

Brent is married to Michelle, a K-6 Media Teacher, and has two children, Brevin (16) and Bram (10). Brent enjoys spending time with his family. He is an avid fan of Survivor, the TV show, and is a true believer in progress through struggle. Brent sees education as the greatest opportunity to build a better tomorrow by positively impacting the lives of his students today.

Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today.

We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL.

IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:

Simplify and streamline technology
Save teachers’ time
Reliably meet Tier 1 standards
Improve student performance on state assessments

🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

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Transformative Principal

Using AI Layering to Create Hyper-Localized Curriculum with Brent Zirkel

Transformative Principal

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MP3•בית הפרקים

Importance of curriculum being transparent
Making sure parents know exactly what we are teaching.
Web sites for classroom.
If you put yourself out there in the public, it motivates you to create more and better things.
https://Raidersocialstudies.com
AI makes it easier to organize your thoughts and put it in a systemic way.
80/20 in work usage.
Middle East Unit
Gives kids deeper ways to understand what is going on in the world.
Not getting kids to understand facts and dates.
Helping kids understand and perceive the world and make judgments.
American values and patriotism are very important to our community.
When you arm teachers with good curriculum you can have good discussions.
Greater freedom in the discussion point because it is a discussion, not a “lesson”.
Layering with AI - Using multiple technologies that wouldn’t be possible with just one AI.
AI Tools used: Suno (music), ChatGPT (art & more), MagicSchool (make it relevant), SchoolAI, assessments
AI Tools are thought partners.
How to be a transformative principal? Good Better Best, Never Let it rest till your good is better and your better is your best.

About Brent Zirkel:

Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today.

We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL.

Simplify and streamline technology
Save teachers’ time
Reliably meet Tier 1 standards
Improve student performance on state assessments

🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

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#Jethro Jones #K12 #Leadership #Principal #Self-Improvement #Podcasting Education #Learn #Transformation

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Transformative Principal

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Early Mental Health Intervention with Barb Solish 28:53

לפני 9 hours28:53

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In this episode, host Jethro Jones interviews Barb Solish, the National Director of Innovation for the National Alliance on Mental Illness. They discuss the importance of mental health awareness, early intervention, and the impact of literacy in shaping children's futures. Barb shares insights into the Macy's and NAMI partnership, the importance of building strong connections through reading and other activities, and the crucial role of community support in mental health care. For the interview between Barb and Erin, go here: https://transformativeprincipal.org Half of all mental health issues start before 14. Only half of those who need it are getting the help they need. Distinct warning signs. https://nami.org/signs Looking for changes. Call a pediatrician Conversation starters Find a support group When you are not alone, you have hope. Cathleen Beachboard on Resilient Schools talking about hope. Trauma Awareness Training Kids are a lot stronger than we give them credit for. Outcomes for students - what are the outcomes we want. Mental health education is health education. Focus on connection not perfection. Barb Solish: National Alliance on Mental illness Barb Solish is NAMI’s National Director of Innovation. She is passionate about mental health awareness, education, and advocacy, especially after the loss of a friend to suicide. Barb’s lived experience developing a mental health condition as a young person also motivates her work improving outcomes for young people with mental health concerns. In her time at NAMI, Barb has led NAMI’s Youth and Young Adult Initiatives team, developing new resources for kids, teens, young adults, educators, and caregivers. She also led the creation of new initiatives, including the virtual version of the NAMI Ending the Silence presentation program for middle and high school students and NAMI Next Gen, NAMI’s young adult advisory group. In addition to youth and young adult work, Barb oversees NAMI’s Workplace Mental Health Initiatives, including NAMI StigmaFree Workplace. Barb believes strongly that not only is creating a mentally healthy workplace the right thing to do, it’s an economic imperative. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Literacy in Mental Health and Reading with Barb Solish and Dr. Erin Bailey 34:15

לפני 3 ימים34:15

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In this episode, Jethro Jones introduces a special conversation between Dr. Erin Bailey, Vice President of Literacy Programs and Research at Reading is Fundamental, and Barb Solish, the NAMI National Director of Innovation. They discuss the partnership between Reading is Fundamental (RIF) and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), supported by Macy's, to provide books and mental health resources to children nationwide. The conversation dives into the youth mental health crisis, the literacy crisis, and how these two organizations are working together to support children's mental and emotional well-being through literacy and other resources. NAMI and RIF joining together with the support of Macy’s Being next to someone is powerful Name it to tame it. Identifying emotions for kids is powerful Literacy for skills in both areas. The power of a mother reading aloud to her children. NICU mothers reading aloud to kids every day lowered rates of post-partum depression and stress. Routine and trust are built together. Early intervention The Presence and the connection is what really matters. Barb Solish: Link to headshot - National Alliance on Mental illness Barb Solish is NAMI’s National Director of Innovation. She is passionate about mental health awareness, education, and advocacy, especially after the loss of a friend to suicide. Barb’s lived experience developing a mental health condition as a young person also motivates her work improving outcomes for young people with mental health concerns. In her time at NAMI, Barb has led NAMI’s Youth and Young Adult Initiatives team, developing new resources for kids, teens, young adults, educators, and caregivers. She also led the creation of new initiatives, including the virtual version of the NAMI Ending the Silence presentation program for middle and high school students and NAMI Next Gen, NAMI’s young adult advisory group. In addition to youth and young adult work, Barb oversees NAMI’s Workplace Mental Health Initiatives, including NAMI StigmaFree Workplace. Barb believes strongly that not only is creating a mentally healthy workplace the right thing to do, it’s an economic imperative. Erin Bailey, Vice President, Literacy Programs & Research, Reading Is Fundamental Erin Bailey, Ed.D., joined Reading Is Fundamental in 2021 and currently serves as the Vice President of Literacy Programs and Research. Dr. Bailey brings deep curriculum and instructional expertise to her position, which includes serving as the subject matter expert and developing, curating, and managing content and professional learning for educators and families on literacy. She has played a pivotal role in shaping high-quality, research-based content that supports Pre-K through Middle School students nationwide. With a strong command of literacy best practices, she leads cross-functional efforts to ensure RIF’s resources spark reading joy while aligning with effective instructional strategies. Passionate about empowering educators, Dr. Bailey has spearheaded RIF’s professional development initiatives—designing and delivering hands-on, relevant learning experiences that build lasting capacity and support classroom success. Dr. Bailey has been an educator in U.S. and international classrooms. Her teaching experience spans from PreK-8 including roles as a classroom teacher, literacy specialist, English language learning specialist, and university instructor. Her interests include professional learning for teachers on family and community engagement, instructional strategies for multilingual learners, and literacy instruction. She is interested in the ways that partnering with families and communities, particularly for children from historically marginalized communities, can transform literacy instruction. Additionally, she designs curriculum and professional development for utilizing play-based learning to teach language and literacy to young children. Dr. Bailey has a robust and interdisciplinary research repertoire including learning through informal spaces such as public gardens, art museums, and social movements. She takes up art processes such as film, photography, and sound mixing to expand approaches to qualitative inquiry. She has presented her work at several major conferences including the American Education Research Association (AERA) and the World Organization for Early Childhood Education (OMEP) and has published in academic journals including Qualitative Inquiry, Journal of Early Childhood Literacy, and Journal of Literacy Research. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Can I go to the Bathroom? And Other Asinine Questions with Bobby Canosa-Carr 28:05

לפני 10 ימים28:05

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In this episode, Jethro Jones speaks with Bobby Canosa-Carr, a leadership coach, author, and former principal. They discuss various educational topics, including the power dynamics in schools, the importance of permission-seeking culture, and strategies for creating dialogue and addressing systemic issues. Why do we even ask to go to the bathroom? American schools have built a culture of permission seeking Charter schools are not the magic bullet! Is that what we’re here for? What are we here in school for? If you really audit what schools do, it doesn’t align to what we say it does. The system trains us to point fingers at each other. Create more opportunities for dialog. Can you prove it will improve test scores? How to be a transformative principal? Start a conversation with the person who is the most at odds with you. About Bobby Canosa-Carr Bobby Canosa-Carr is a leadership coach, an author, a mindfulness teacher, a former teacher and principal, and a senior public education executive. He is the founder/CEO of Enlighten Leadership Coaching and the Senior Managing Director of Schools at Equitas Academy Charter Schools. As a school principal, Bobby led the turnaround of a large public high school in Los Angeles and subsequently founded a charter school in his hometown of San Pedro, California. He is a pioneer in personalized & project-based learning, restorative practices, and mentoring in schools. Bobby recently published his first book, Can I Go to the Bathroom? and Other Asinine Questions We Ask in School . It's an exploration of the dysfunctional power dynamics that leave almost everyone feeling disempowered in American schools. Bobby is most fulfilled when doing anything that brings him to the present moment and reminds him to breathe on purpose. You might find him climbing boulders in Joshua Tree, swimming in the waves of the Pacific Ocean, or riding his Harley Davidson up a winding coastal road. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Brave on Purpose with Samantha Hamilton 25:23

לפני 17 ימים25:23

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In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Samantha Hamilton, an award-winning principal, national education consultant, speaker, and author. Samantha shares insights from her career, discusses her book 'Brave On Purpose,' and emphasizes the importance of courageous, empathetic leadership in education. The episode also touches upon the challenges of leadership, the role of faith in leadership, and tips for preventing burnout among educators. Brave on Purpose means choosing courage Intentional leadership when it’s easier to not have that. LISA Academy - be seen Leaders can’t rely on titles to have trust. Help people feel seen, safe, and valued. Don’t have access to what happens day-to-day in schools Leadership on paper is different than leadership in real life. Can’t assume we know what happened right before. People first paper second. More info from Erika Garcia-Niles Power of delegation & perfectionism - sign up for Jethro’s email list . Interweaving faith into leadership. How to help principals who feel burnt out or stuck. What defines success today? How to be a transformative principal? Give yourself permission to be human, pick one thing that you want to get better at tomorrow. Progress over perfection. About Samantha Hamilton Samantha Hamilton ( BarefootPrincipal.com ) is an award-winning school principal, national education consultant, speaker, and author of non-fiction leadership books that inspire courage, connection, and culture change. With over two decades of experience in early childhood education and K-12 school leadership, she’s known for transforming vision into action and heart into strategy. Born in Joplin, Missouri to two lifelong educators, Samantha began “teaching” both real and imaginary students by the age of five. That early calling grew into a career defined by faith, humor, and an unshakable belief that relationships—not rigid rules—are the foundation of lasting success. Whether she's leading a school community, coaching new leaders, or navigating chaos with compassion, Samantha brings grit, grace, and just the right amount of sparkle to shift the atmosphere. She has served in both public and charter schools, taught multiple grade levels, and led schools through tornado recovery, staffing crises, major cultural transformations, and systemwide change initiatives. Her leadership philosophy is simple: people first, always. Her impact? Anything but simple. Beyond the school walls, Samantha mentors aspiring leaders, develops curriculum, and trains educators nationwide on topics such as leadership resilience, school culture transformation, data-driven decision-making, and sustainable servant leadership. She is a doctoral candidate in Organizational Leadership and a proud wife, mom of three, and Christmas enthusiast who blends fun and focus into everything she leads. Her debut book, Brave on Purpose: How Courage, Culture, and Connection Create Lasting Impact , is a love letter to educators and leaders navigating the real trenches of change. It invites readers to lead with clarity, courage, heart, and a little sparkle. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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When Coaches do the Evaluations on Teachers With Dr. Sarah Ranney 30:11

לפני 24 ימים30:11

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In this episode, Dr. Sarah Ranney shares her journey from instructional coach to executive director of Lafayette Preparatory Academy. She and Jethro dive into the powerful—and sometimes delicate—dynamics of instructional coaches evaluating teachers. Dr. Ranney discusses how LPA has built a culture of continuous improvement, the role of academic rigor, and how leadership vision shapes school success. Lafayette Preparatory Academy , started k-2 and added a grade each year, K-8 The reason schools exist is to educate kids. Strong academic program Inner core of St. Louis City Diverse by design - socio-economic status and race and religious diversity What three words would you use to define our school? It really does take a village to raise a child Parent experience Intake conference - teachers asking parents to build relationships Families are our students’ first teachers. Teachers are spending many hours with our kids. Students grew academically over the pandemic because of the relationships with parents. Designing school. Data personalizes and depersonalizes all at the same time Teaching is a very personal project. If you think you don’t have anywhere to grow, you probably should get out of the field you’re in. Why their coaches do evaluations instead of the principal. How to be a transformative principal? Ask for feedback and be willing to be vulnerable to respond to that feedback. About Dr. Sarah Ranney Dr. Sarah Ranney has been with Lafayette Preparatory Academy (LPA) since 2014 and is a proud parent to an LPA 8th grader. She believes that every child has an inalienable right to attain an excellent education no matter their economic status, residential location, or background. Sarah joined LPA after four years working as an instructional coach with Teach For America where she focused on developing Early Childhood and Elementary teachers across the metropolitan area. She supported more than 300 teachers in more than 40 schools during her tenure there. Prior to Teach For America, Sarah spent several years in the classroom in the St. Louis Public Schools and an Independent, Private School. Sarah has an Ed.D in School Administration as well as an Education Specialist and Masters in School Administration from the University of Missouri- St. Louis, a Master of Arts in Teaching from Webster University, a Bachelor of Arts in Media Relations and a Bachelor of Arts in Women's and Gender Studies from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She is a certified Teacher, Principal, and Superintendent. Sarah is also a Doula and Certified Lactation Counselor. She is also an Assistant Scoutmaster with Troop 362 and loves helping youth develop leadership skills in the great outdoors. When not at school, you might find her playing strategic games like War Chest or Settlers of Catan or hanging out in Tower Grove park with her family. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Do School Different Part 2 39:16

לפני 4 weeks39:16

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In this episode, Jethro Jones and guest Danny Bauer delve into the evolution of their collaboration on the 'Reject the Premise' book idea, discussing its transformation into a podcast series and the subsequent book writing process. They share valuable leadership lessons on knowing when to push forward and when to step back, highlight the drawbacks of feedback sandwiches, and emphasize the importance of not writing off people prematurely. They reject traditional premises such as 'operate in isolation,' advocating for a supportive network, and 'give feedback sandwiches,' encouraging honest, inquisitive communication. A poignant discussion on finding the right place for staff members underlines the episode's focus on empathetic and effective leadership. 00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome 00:49 The Book That Almost Wasn't 01:07 Resurrecting the Idea as a Podcast 02:08 Leadership Lessons from Letting Go 03:06 The Importance of Being in Flow 04:05 If You Don't Like Someone, Move Them Out 10:43 The Custodian Story 14:38 Feedback Sandwiches Don't Work 19:29 Effective Feedback Strategies 20:18 Challenging and Supporting Superstars 22:12 The Importance of a Support Network 25:27 Personal Experiences and Insights 34:18 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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The Evolution of Trust-Based Observations with Craig Randall 29:43

לפני 5 weeks29:43

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In this episode, Jethro D. Jones welcomes back Craig Randall to discuss the evolution of trust-based observations and its impact on improving teaching and learning. Craig shares insights from his podcast '20 Minutes of Teaching Brilliance (On the Road with Trust-Based Observations)' and delves into the challenges and strategies for writing and implementing effective educational practices. Nerding about the writing process. When the idea comes, you’ve got to take it. How Trust-Based Observations has evolved. You learn something new every single week. Coaching model vs. Trust-Based Observations We have blind spots, if we leave it to that model, we may not have the solution they need. Cumulatively add the activities to the lesson to show the most learning. Intensive training, really goes deep. Don’t offer suggestions until the fourth visit because we haven’t built enough trust. Asking permission to offer a suggestion. Observation form available on the web site. 9 areas of pedagogy hasn’t changed. Relational trust hasn’t changed. TBO is collective teacher efficacy in action How we lower vulnerability to get people to take risks is by building trust. Craig’s podcast - 20 Minutes of Teaching Brilliance (On the Road with Trust-Based Observations) Craig was last on my podcast in 2021! Here’s his podcast episode. And someone even did a dissertation on TBO . About Craig Randall Craig Randall is developing relational trust between principals and teachers, leading to risk-taking and growth. Author of Trust-Based Observations Trust-Based Observations, a book about a transformative method of doing teacher observations. In a nutshell the book and model are designed to help show administrators how to build trusting differentiated relationships with each of their teachers such that teachers are willing to work through uncomfortable feelings of vulnerability and embrace taking big risks to grow their practice. The model also directly connects the observation process to annual action research goals and schoolwide professional development through the creation of professional development communities tied directly to TBO areas of pedagogy.…

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Generative Instruction with Linda Berberich, PhD. 36:18

לפני 6 weeks36:18

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In this episode of Transformative Principal, Jethro Jones interviews Linda Berberich, a behavioral scientist, about her extensive experience in machine learning before it became a buzzword. They discuss the practical applications of artificial intelligence in education, the pros and cons of using technology like GPT models in learning environments, and the importance of integrating technology thoughtfully based on the specific needs and culture of a school. AI is such a buzzword but it’s really just machine learning Built many solutions to virtual learning What technology is really good at is computing Cycle motor learning - good form Too much memorizing Far transfer vs. Near-transfer (Ruth Clark) and organic vs. mechanistic skills Standardizable tasks are mechanistic. The way you perform is how you train. Complex and Simple tasks. Skewed responses. How to know when to use a computer (AI, Machine Learning) for learning. Attempts to make the machine more empathetic Jethro’s example of writing using two different GPTs to write Narrow the field and expand the field. Grades have a massive impact on peoples’ lives, so we can’t ditch that. Ideas around what school looks like. Use the time for kids to be together pro-socially. Generative Instruction Teachers know this stuff! Using Technology to get kids interested in Don’t be afraid of technology or of letting kids lead. About Linda Berberich, PhD. Behavioral scientist specializing in innovative, impactful, and immersive learning and intelligent, intuitive technology product design. Extensive background in data analysis, technical training, behavior analysis, learning science, neuroscience, behavior-based performance improvement, and sport psychology/performance enhancement. Passionate lifelong learner who is constantly up-skilling, most recently in the areas of: solopreneurship, technology-based networking, writing business cases for corporate-wide initiatives, design thinking, agile/scrum methodology, data science, deep learning, machine learning, and other areas of artificial intelligence, particularly as they intersect with human learning and performance. Follow her newsletter at Linda Be Learning . Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Everyone is an Education Journalist with Charles Sosnik 43:33

לפני 7 weeks43:33

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In this episode, Jethro Jones discusses the nuances of education journalism with Charles Sosnik. Together, they explore the differences between news reporting and education journalism, the impact of political agendas on education, the role of blogs and podcasts in the industry, and the importance of including diverse voices in education media. They also delve into the responsibilities of parents versus educators, the necessity to inspire a love for learning, and how to effectively share wisdom and experiences through various media platforms. Education journalism is about talking about big ideas It’s about voices, but so many Distraction vs. actually educating our kids Drop your kids off and 13 years later you Education is the responsibility of the parents, but the state steps Our kids aren’t digging what we’re giving them. Why people are in education. Teaching vs. learning Relevance. We have the opportunity to change the world, You have a responsibility to get your voice out there. Publications to be a part of: https://thelearningcounsel.com/ https://et-mag.com/ https://edu-ai.org/ https://www.ednewsdaily.com/ Southeast education network magazine You can make a big impact Your voice matters, get it out there. About Charles Sosnik Charles Sosnik is a writer in American Education with 40 years in media. He is the Editor and Publisher for education publications including ET Magazine and Educate AI Magazine, and an Editor at Learning Counsel. Additionally, he serves as a ghost writer for some of America’s top voices (but that’s a secret, can’t tell you who!) and sits on the Board of the (soon to be) new Education Media Association. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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The SchoolX Book Study with Shenita Perry 24:32

לפני 8 weeks24:32

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In this episode, host Jethro Jones welcomes Shenita Perry, an assistant principal from Montgomery Public Schools, Alabama. They discuss the unique challenges of educating gifted students, Shenita's experience with the SchoolX book study, and valuable insights on empathy and perspective in education. Shenita also shares practical advice for transformative leadership. Magnet Middle School Academically and artistically gifted children Awkwardness of being middle schoolers and gifted can be challenging Principal Matters Listeners The School Experience vs the Traditional Experience Design thinking process What does the school look like through the other peoples’ viewpoints. Treating kids as if they’re not human. We forget the humanity of every other part. Day to day work - Looking at things through other peoples’ eye. How to be a transformative principal? Have a listening ear and an open eye to see from different perspectives. Listen to understand instead of listening to respond. Join the book study here . Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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A Doctorate in Character Education with Melinda Bier 36:40

לפני 9 weeks36:40

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In this episode of Transformative Principal, host Jethro Jones welcomes Dr. Melinda Bier, the Theresa M. Fisher Endowed Professor for citizenship education at the University of Missouri St. Louis. They discuss the character education program, the impact of a national cohort, and faculty changes during the pandemic. They also delve into the design of the new cohort at UMSL, the importance of practical learning, and the integration of character education and social emotional learning into school leadership. Having a national cohort, online only program Really interesting what people learned from each other The design of the program Adaptive to the needs of students Urban university with a history Loss of faculty members Modeling is an important part of our theoretical basis Next cohort - character development, social-emotional learning, and leadership Faculty team to walk through this with people. Who You are is More Important with Tom Hoerr Transformative Principal 224 Formative Five with Tom Hoerr Transformative Principal 225 Chief Empathy Officer with Dr. Tom Hoerr Transformative Principal 495 Character Education is a focus on the whole person Adults need to model the behaviors they want to see in the kids. Kids need opportunities to experience all the virtues. Use your power for the common good. Kids get gains in academics when you start with character. Schools have changed a lot over the last few years. Dissertation in Practice is a different kind of dissertation Retrospective pretest. About Mindy Bier Mindy Bier is currently the Teresa M. Fischer Endowed Professor for Citizenship Education at University of Missouri, St. Louis. Mindy’s expertise spans the fields of Character Education, teacher preparation and professional development, and the design and use of instructional technology for enhanced teaching and learning. She has extensive experience in the adoption of K-12 educational innovations, providing and managing professional development for geographically and culturally diverse teachers, and in the philanthropic sector. Mindy is the principal investigator for a series of cross-disciplinary service learning projects that address the social determinants of health disparities called Youth Empowerment in Action (YEA!) Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Stop Wasting Teacher Time: Local Curriculum Empowers Real Learning with Emily Makelky 47:47

לפני 10 weeks47:47

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Are your teachers overwhelmed with busywork and disconnected mandates? In this episode of Transformative Principal, Jethro Jones sits down with Emily Makelky, Vice President of the Curriculum Leadership Institute, to tackle the real problem facing schools: how to create a meaningful, locally-developed curriculum that actually improves teaching and learning. Discover: The difference between curriculum, standards, and resources (and why it matters) Why local, district-wide curriculum is essential for student and teacher success How to involve teachers in meaningful work that energizes them (not just more paperwork) The role of principals in supporting—not micromanaging—curriculum development How to keep curriculum relevant, flexible, and focused on what students really need Whether you’re a principal, teacher, or education leader, you’ll walk away with practical ideas to make curriculum work for your school community. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Using AI Layering to Create Hyper-Localized Curriculum with Brent Zirkel 39:51

לפני 11 weeks39:51

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In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Brent Zirkel, the elementary principal at Mary Welsh Elementary in Williamsburg, Iowa. They discuss how Brent is utilizing artificial intelligence to create curriculum tailored for his students. The conversation covers a range of topics including the advantages of AI in organizing content, creating engaging learning activities, and facilitating high-level thinking. Brent shares his experiences and insights on curating educational materials that resonate with both students and the community, and the importance of transparency in education. Importance of curriculum being transparent Making sure parents know exactly what we are teaching. Web sites for classroom. If you put yourself out there in the public, it motivates you to create more and better things. https://Raidersocialstudies.com AI makes it easier to organize your thoughts and put it in a systemic way. 80/20 in work usage. Middle East Unit Gives kids deeper ways to understand what is going on in the world. Not getting kids to understand facts and dates. Helping kids understand and perceive the world and make judgments. American values and patriotism are very important to our community. When you arm teachers with good curriculum you can have good discussions. Greater freedom in the discussion point because it is a discussion, not a “lesson”. Layering with AI - Using multiple technologies that wouldn’t be possible with just one AI. AI Tools used: Suno (music), ChatGPT (art & more), MagicSchool (make it relevant), SchoolAI, assessments AI Tools are thought partners. How to be a transformative principal? Good Better Best, Never Let it rest till your good is better and your better is your best. About Brent Zirkel: Brent Zirkel is currently the Elementary Principal at Mary Welsh Elementary in Williamsburg, Iowa, a school of about 650 students. He also serves as the district ELL Director, Migratory Education Program Director, and Preschool Program Director. Brent has previously served as the Associate Principal at Williamsburg Jr/Sr. High School (7-12) and Fort Madison Middle School (4-8). Brent taught Spanish at Fort Madison High School for 12 years where he was honored for 5 consecutive years with the Terry Branstad Inspiring Teacher Award for serving as a motivational force to some of Iowa’s top-performing high school students. He has a BA in Geography and Spanish Education, an MS in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Bilingual Education (ELL), and is certified as a Pre-K-12 Administrator and Special Education Supervisor. Brent is also a co-founder of the Test Kitchen Educational Foundation : a non-profit organization that creates innovative after-school programming for rural communities in Iowa by getting youth excited about learning through engagement in academics, culinary arts, and valuable life skills. Brent is married to Michelle, a K-6 Media Teacher, and has two children, Brevin (16) and Bram (10). Brent enjoys spending time with his family. He is an avid fan of Survivor, the TV show, and is a true believer in progress through struggle. Brent sees education as the greatest opportunity to build a better tomorrow by positively impacting the lives of his students today. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Building Trust Through Formative Supervision with Dr. Valerie Dehombreux 32:56

לפני 12 weeks32:56

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In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Dr. Valerie Dehombreux, an experienced educator and school principal who recently completed her doctorate in leadership and innovation. They discuss her dissertation on the trust-based observation protocol and its application, providing valuable insights for both her work and Jethro’s own doctoral process. Started as a 3rd grade teacher on the white mountain apache reservation. Engaging in an intervention that is solving a problem of practice. You can just do stuff! Valerie adopted his book and implemented it. Literature review - showed how his approach was good. Chose 4 research questions because they were all important. Open-ended interview questions. Formative interviews along the way. Mixed-methods approach. Reflective conversations are so powerful. How to be a transformative principal? Start talking and meeting with your teachers. About: Dr. Valerie Dehombreux has been a PreK-12 educator for 27 years including 15 as a school principal and 22 years in providing teacher training and professional development. Valerie holds Arizona superintendent, principal, and teacher certifications with two endorsements: Early Childhood and English as a Second Language. In 2019 as principal of McDowell Mountain Elementary School in the Fountain Hills Unified School District, Valerie led the school community in achieving an Arizona Educational Foundation A+ School of Excellence™ award for the first time in the school’s and district’s history. In December 2024, Valerie graduated with an EdD in Leadership and Innovation from Arizona State University. It is a unique, 3 ½-year cohort program that follows the Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate (CPED) model where practitioners identify a Problem of Practice (PoP) in their work place settings and conduct cycles of action research to implement innovations/interventions seeking to address the PoP and to build up to the culminating experience of the final dissertation. Valerie’s action research explored formative teacher supervision’s effects on trusting administrator–teacher relationships and teachers’ professional growth. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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School Improvement Through Integrated Special Education with Dr. Kate Anderson Foley 28:14

לפני 13 weeks28:14

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In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Dr. Kate Anderson Foley, founder and CEO of the Education Policy and Practice Group. They discuss the integral role of special education in school improvement, the double helix approach to support systems, and the importance of tailoring instruction to student needs. Dr. Foley shares insights on the necessity of breaking down silos in education and promoting a student-centered approach that prepares learners for adult life. Tight instruction specifically for special education students. Double Helix Designing lessons that are comprehensively situating the adults and students. Almost half a million students are identified as special education. Ban the Tiers! Nimble and responsive instruction. Not working in isolation anymore. Double Helix as a replacement for the RTI/MTSS Strength-based system - foundation of school improvement process. High expectations of staff. Accountability is measured by evidence of impact. Data that is used to inform and adjust. Shared accountability. Collaboratively working on improvement. Discussion about explicit instruction vs. non-explicit instruction. Blooms and scaffolding. The scaffolding needs to be done How do we scaffold that skill so they demonstrate it in novel ways? Explicit instruction is 15 minutes and then you transfer that skill. Understand the concept of AM & PM. About Dr. Foley: Kate Anderson Foley, Ph.D. Founder & CEO of the Education Policy & Practice Group, International Keynote, McLean Affiliate of Harvard Medical School Institute of Coaching Fellow, Thought Partner, Author. Kate Anderson Foley is a transformational leader with significant experience leading public school districts and states toward equitable and integrated services for all learners. Her work has been grounded in social justice and breaking down barriers for children who have historically been marginalized. She has led organizational change utilizing a strategic framework that ensured guaranteed and rigorous learning leading to college and career readiness for all students. Kate began her career as a special education teacher pioneering inclusive practices for students at risk and with disabilities. Her work focused on creating conditions that fostered high expectations of adults for students and innovation which catalyzed equitable opportunities for each learner. Kate's deep commitment to creating nimble and responsive systems that supported the whole child led her into administration where she advocated for local, state, and federal reform. That experience with large-scale reform led to improved academic and social-emotional outcomes for students, fair funding models, innovative healthcare models, and efficient operations. As a senior educational leader for the State of Illinois, Kate's vision of fulfilling the promise of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act was nested within the Every Student Succeeds Act. She was an expert contributor to the State Plan where the deficit-based system was interrupted and a preventative and nimble system was created that intentionally addressed opportunity gaps of all learners, regardless of background or circumstance. Her deep understanding of equity-based school funding also contributed to a legislative reform model for the state of Illinois. As the founder and CEO of The Education Policy & Practice Group, Kate partners with local, state, national, and international organizations, education agencies, and various industries providing her expertise with the improvement process, professional learning communities, strategic planning, asset-based education policies and practices, special education, coaching, and consulting. Kate is a Roslyn Wolf Lecturer with the Levin College of Public Affairs in Urban Education. Kate teaches a graduate-level Special Education Law course to aspiring superintendents and principals. Kate works closely with senior leadership across various sectors providing executive coaching aimed at creating growth-minded organizational cultures (www.edpolicyconsulting.com). Kate is the author of numerous articles and books including Ida Finds Her Voice and Fearless Coaching. Kate's new book, Radically Excellent School Improvement: Keeping Students at the Center of it All presents a model for ambitious improvement and tireless focus that ensures every student grows, thrives, and achieves to their fullest potential. It provides district and school leaders with a bold blueprint for designing, implementing, and monitoring a comprehensive school improvement process for radical excellence ( https://us.corwin.com/books/radical-excellence-289045 ). Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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What We Show Them with Kevin Stoller Transformative Principal 639 35:46

לפני 32 weeks35:46

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Kevin would bring a deep passion and eagerness to discuss the impact of our latest project, the docuseries "What We Show Them" with the goal to engage your audience in a vital conversation about the future of learning, inspiring positive change in education through the power of media. DO I feel safe in this school? Sign - All visitors need to report to main office Safety is the basic issue of a school. Docuseries: What we Show Them Second Class Foundation - Improve the stories about education through the use of media. Start with the problem Good stories - Bring in the community Entertainment matters Fragmentation of schools is happening at an accelerated rate. Social interactions How did the vote turn out? About Kevin Stoller: The Better Learning Podcast is hosted by Kevin Stoller, CEO of Kay-Twelve and author of Creating Better Learning Environments . The podcast is also associated with other organizations that are focused on improving education including the Education Leaders’ Organization (ELO) and the Second Class Foundation Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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The Power of ICU with Garett Cook 56:44

לפני 33 weeks56:44

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The Power of ICU - focuses on giving kids what they need when they need it. Bringing it all back to Tier 1. ICU Menu Changing language - how can I help you, what can I do for you? Lifeguards - 7 Lifeguards ICU time (Advisory/WIN/RTI time) 9 departments - every subject is involved and every subject matters. 35 minute window - walk around helping students. Love beeps. About 75 students per teacher. 10 or so might be heavy hitters Teacher designed, for teachers by teachers. ICU Database. Parent communication. Healthy grading - learning target that’s easy to identify for everyone involved. Tied to a learning standard. Humans not heroes. This isn’t equitable when some teachers don’t have students. Blitzes - getting additional support from the Tier 1 teacher. Math access - Partial Teacher 550 hours in the school year. Menu of support Depth of Knowledge - Maverik Education AI Safety is the cost of doing business, not the number 1 priority. 100% completion rate of essential assignments. Blitz day - 90 minutes for ICU at the end of the day. No homework school. Key Stats: A/B Honor roll fall 2022: 248 students Fall 2023: 376 Spring 2024: 439 kids ODRs reduced by 34% 70 Fs (75% decrease) 99% completion rate. How to be a Transformative Principal? Servant Leadership - Serve your people better. About Garett Cook Garett Cook has dedicated 15 years of his life to education, with nine of those years as a principal. His journey in education has taken him to various states, including Kansas, Missouri, and Texas, where he has left a lasting impact as an educator. Cook's core value is to be a positive influence on all individuals he interacts with, serving others through his actions. He strives to live out his faith in God through his daily walk, aiming to inspire and uplift those around him. Cook's passion for education and his unwavering commitment to serving others have made him a respected and valued leader in the field. See his previous interview here on Transformative Principal . Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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The Future of AI is Authenticity with Erik Francis Transformative Principal 637 45:38

לפני 34 weeks45:38

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In this episode of Transformative Principal, host Jethro Jones interviews Erik Francis, an expert in educational leadership and the creator of Maverik Education AI. Francis discusses the role of AI in education, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and critical thinking. Key points include: AI's Limitations: ChatGPT and other AI tools can sometimes produce inaccurate information due to the nature of their sourcing and synthesis processes. Depth of Knowledge (DOK): Francis highlights the need for students to deeply understand their learning, moving beyond surface-level comprehension. He outlines how different levels of DOK correspond to various question types (e.g., "whether" questions indicate DOK 1, while "how" questions indicate DOK 2). AI as a Tool, Not a Replacement: Francis argues that AI should be used as a stimulus for learning, not a source of definitive answers. It can offer suggestions, but educators and students must ultimately use their own judgment and critical thinking skills. The Importance of Authenticity: Francis believes that the future of AI in education lies in authenticity. Educators and students should "be the brain" and use AI as a tool to enhance, rather than replace, their own thinking and decision-making processes. Misinterpretation about DOK and We don’t know the source that chatGPT Is using. OpenAI synthesizing all those hits in Google that gives back information that is not accurate. How deeply do students have to comprehend their learning? You can’t just rely on a calculator. The technology doesn’t make things less complex, it makes it easier to do that work. There are people who are going to say, “It’s good enough.” Circle the verbs and underline the standards. Assessing on skills and stuff (old way) vs context (new way) Whether - DOK 1 How - DOK 2 Supports - DOK 3 Two or more - DOK 4 “Worksheets don’t grow dendrites” - Marcia Tate Created this to help teachers expand their instructional talent. AI is a stimulus, not a source. Suggestions, not decisions. Teaching is not just a science, it’s an art. Rogers’ diffusion of innovation . How do we know that our AI stuff is actually good? The Future of AI is authenticity. “Be the brain and make the impact.” About Erik Francis: Erik Francis specializes in providing guidance, support and training to academic leaders and classroom teachers on how to develop rigorous learning environments and deliver engaging educational experiences that engage and encourage students to demonstrate different levels of thinking and understand and use their Depth of Knowledge (DOK) through inquiry and by questioning with good questions. He created Maverik Education AI . Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Investing in the Incline of our Health with Dr. David Lipman 33:26

לפני 35 weeks33:26

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Dr. David Lipman joins Jethro to talk about critical aspects of health optimization and its impact on our well-being in a modern world filled with physical and environmental stressors. Dr. Lipman discusses how everyday stress activates our fight-or-flight response, depleting energy at a cellular level and affecting our health. He advocates for grounding practices like walking barefoot on natural surfaces, deep breathing techniques like the Wim Hof method, and the importance of proper nutrition. Dr. Lipman also emphasizes removing obstacles at the spinal level to improve nervous system function, a topic aligned with his expertise as a chiropractic physician. Listeners will gain insights on how simple changes, such as hydration with salt, can initiate transformative health improvements. Through his conversation, Dr. Lipman challenges common misconceptions about work-life balance and stresses the importance of making proactive health investments to thrive in both personal and professional life. Learn how to optimize your health and make small, impactful changes, and discover how Dr. Lipman's bio-optimization methods can help you lead a healthier, more balanced life. Stress is activating our sympathetic nervous system, fight or flight. Losing energy at the cell level - Modern world that we live in has many attacks against us. All that the modern world is hurting us with. Shoes and socks off, bare feet on the grass and dirt. Getting enough oxygen Wymhoff deep breathing. Bio-optimization center Removing obstacles at the spinal level in how our nervous system is treating our whole system Nutrition is important as well. Gym class vs. teaching kids to play sports President’s council on physical fitness Remediation before basic training Does everyone need to take the same Invest in the incline of our health The more we strive for the easy life… Growth requires stress and challenge We’re either growing or we are degenerating How to be a transformative principal? Choose the one thing to do to to make things better, maybe drinking water with a little salt. Connect with David Lipman About Dr. David Lipman Dr. David Lipman owns Physical Evidence Chiropractic and is a seasoned chiropractic physician who has successfully treated thousands of patients. With a deep personal commitment to bio-optimization, Dr. Lipman has achieved extraordinary levels of strength, endurance, and overall health well into his 60s. His mission is to share the knowledge and processes that have profoundly benefited his own life, helping others to achieve optimal health and wellness. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Personalize and Quest Academy with Eric Sheninger and Nicki Slaugh Transformative Principal 635 44:42

לפני 36 weeks44:42

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This episode with Eric Sheninger and Nicki Slaugh discusses their book "Personalize: Meeting the Needs of All Learners" and their insights on transformative education practices, particularly at Quest Academy. Quest Academy's approach emphasizes student engagement and personalized learning. They prioritize retaining teachers and students by fostering a culture of choice, voice, and evidence-based practices. The school has implemented innovative strategies such as Mastery Minutes and a tracker system to monitor student progress and provide personalized support. Traditional grading structures like points, extra credit, and percentages have been removed in favor of a proficiency-based system. Students are assessed on their ability to demonstrate mastery of essential skills and knowledge. Big shifts in education require big moves, and Quest Academy embraces this philosophy. They encourage educators to find their own "right way" and avoid rigid adherence to any single "best practice." About Nicki Slaugh Nicki Slaugh stands out as a trailblazer in the field of educational transformation. Through her efforts, she has established a school culture dedicated to customizing learning experiences for individual students, cultivating a positive atmosphere,highlighting the importance of STEM education, and purposefully integrating technology to unleash each student’s potential. As a secondary principal, Nicki’s forward-thinking leadership has transformed a conventionally structured school into one that advocates for personalized, competency-based learning, attracting nationwide attention. Nicki’s focus has been creating proficiency scales, developing rubrics, self-paced pathways, incorporating technology as a resource, and giving teachers and students voice and choice in the classroom. Nicki is a Google-certified innovator who is certified in MagicSchoolAI. Notable achievements include creating a Mastery Tracker for students and enhancing student progress in competency-based learning environments. Additionally, Nicki has presented her work at numerous local and national conferences teaching educators and leaders. Nicki championed innovative practices and received the Teacher of the Year Award, Model School Award, and was part of the reason her school accomplished being one of the first STEM-designated schools in Utah. Nicki has served as the Ogden/Weber Partners in Education Chair for three years, where she facilitated collaborative efforts to enhance educational opportunities for students. Nicki Slaugh’s education legacy spans over two decades, starting as a classroom teacher from kindergarten to third grade. She also served as an instructional technology and curriculum coach for grades K-9. Nicki currently serves as a secondary principal, fueled by a passionate commitment to cultivating a love of learning within her school and is an educational consultant for Aspire Change EDU working with schools around the country. About Eric Sheninger Eric works with schools throughout the world, helping educators meet and exceed their potential to improve outcomes for learners. He is the founder and CEO of Aspire Change EDU, a collaborative consultancy designed to provide personalized support to all educational systems. Prior to this, he was a teacher and the award-winning Principal at New Milford High School. Under his leadership, his school became a globally recognized model for innovative practices. Eric oversaw the successful implementation of several sustainable change initiatives that radically transformed the learning culture at his school while increasing achievement.His work focuses on innovative and practical ways educators can transform teaching, learning, and leadership. Through his work with thousands of schools, Eric has emerged as an innovative leader, best-selling author, and sought-after speaker. His main focus is using research, evidence-based practices, and artificial intelligence (AI) to empower learners and educators. How Eric and Nicki came together to write this book: Personalize: Meeting the Needs of All Learners Eric Sheninger’s first appearance on Transformative Principal . The power of Quest Academy Retain teachers, retain students - how to keep kids there. Free public school Teenagers weren’t engaged. PD time every Friday Mastery Minutes Beginning of day, tracker system. Choice, voice, tracker data. Curating evidence. Culture Self-pacing route vs. choice boards. Removed points, extra credit, percentages, Emerging, developing, mastering, extending Prove-its aligned to proficiency scales. Big shifts require big moves. At Quest, we want you to be proficient When you remove the traditional structures, you have to add The right way is your way, there is no best practice. Performance reviews, students meet with teachers one-on-one. Impersonal approaches to focusing on the “who” How can we do it effectively, and what does it look like? Evidence of effective vs. ineffective practices. Practice, practice, practice, prove. Maximizing the time we have with our students. How to be a transformative principal? Eric: Show people the value of what you are doing Nicki: Get rid of the energy vampires Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by...…

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Making a Portrait of a Graduate that Actually Works with - Mike Duncan Transformative Principal 633 32:38

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In this episode, Mike Duncan, president and CEO of Battelle for Kids, explores the concept of a portrait of a graduate and its importance in shaping education. He discusses the need to include all voices in creating a portrait that reflects the competencies most important to students' success. Duncan emphasizes the value of inquiry-based learning, self-direction, and creating products that have an impact beyond the classroom. He also highlights the importance of leveraging the talent within schools to build capacity and co-create the design process. The episode also touches on the importance of psychological safety in creating an environment where students and educators feel comfortable taking risks and failing. Duncan shares his insights on how to be a transformative principal and the resources available to support principals in their leadership journey, such as the EdLeader21 network and the Future Cast report. This episode provides valuable insights into the role of a portrait of a graduate in shaping education and the essential qualities of transformative principals. Locally developed, globally positioned Including all voices in creating a portrait of a graduate What competencies are most important in a portrait of a graduate? Being good people and a good citizen. Put their perspectives on the table, and let people do their 5-7 most powerful. Portrait is the very beginning of that journey. Inquiry based learning, self-direction, products that have impact beyond the classroom Portrait of a graduate as a catalyst. Knowing vs. doing curriculum Learning expo - Leveraging the talent in our schools already to build capacity on Cocreating the process of designing It’s about time, you need coaching, support, and help in doing it efficiently How to be a transformative principal? Create Psychological safety to create and fail. Bill Daggett Episode EdLeader Future Cast About Mike Duncan Mike Duncan is the president and CEO of the national nonprofit Battelle for Kids . Prior to his role, he was one of the longest-serving superintendents in the state of Georgia, having been the superintendent at Pike County Schools since 2005. Before arriving in Pike, he was a high school principal, high school and middle school assistant principal, and a middle school teacher. Mike earned a doctorate in educational leadership from the University of Georgia in 2004. He has been a member of EdLeader21, the national network of Battelle for Kids, for over a decade and previously served as the network’s advisory vice chair. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Stubborn Adult Disorder with David Schipper Transformative Principal 634 35:27

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In this episode, David Schipper, director of the Strategic Learning Clinic, discusses the challenges that students face in reaching their full potential. He highlights the prevalence of SAD (Stubborn Adult Disorder) as a major obstacle and emphasizes the need to address the soft bigotry of low expectations. Schipper argues that learning to read is the number one civil rights issue of our time and stresses the importance of testing all children by age 1 to identify those who may need additional support. He recommends high-impact tutoring and emphasizes the need to put the right emphasis on the right syllable when teaching reading. Schipper also discusses the role of transformative principals in identifying students who are struggling and provides practical tips for educators. The #1 obstacle to helping students become the best they can be - SAD Huge resistance to many ideas. Sold a story that if students would just memorize all the words. Soft bigotry of low expectations Test all kids by age 1. It’s a total mystery why students struggle. High-Impact Tutoring Put the right emphasis on the right syllable. Learning to read is the number 1 civil rights issue of our time. If teachers are taught how to teach, they’ll be more effective. How to be a transformative principal? Test the phonological processing skills of students. Note who is struggling. About David Schipper David Schipper is the director of Strategic Learning Clinic , a position he has held since 2013. David obtained a B.A. in English Literature from Concordia University in 1998 as well as a B.Ed. in Secondary Education (English and History) from McGill University in 2002. After some work as a local teacher in Montreal, David founded 2Torial Educational Centre in 2007. Aside from his ability to put both parents and students at ease, David uses his clinic's fairly unique approach to help get to the root of students' learning challenges and propose the most suitable remediation to resolve these weaknesses. As a father of two children, David knows how to relate to the concerns of parents and as an experienced educator, thoroughly understands the struggles of students. His passion and dedication to teaching and learning is second to none. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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How to Leave Education with Julie Ulstrup Transformative Principal 631 42:09

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In this podcast interview, Julie Ulstrup discusses the concept of the "Zone of Brilliance," where individuals can create a vision and achieve their dreams. She emphasizes the importance of having a definite chief aim and aligning one's actions, time, and money with that aim. Ulstrup highlights the common problem of educators providing a lot of value but not being compensated fairly for it. She suggests that educators can increase their income by understanding their zone of brilliance, changing their mindset about compensation, and becoming more aware of their transferable skills. Ulstrup also challenges the idea put forth by Simon Sinek that one should start with "why" when setting goals, arguing that teachers should focus on their zone of brilliance and act accordingly. Zone of Brilliance - We help everyone else create a vision and achieve their dreams. Every achievement is a result of a definite chief aim How you see yourself, how others see you, how you spend your time, how you spend your money. We say we value something, but we do something else. It looks like doing nothing. Impact, influence, increase and income. We know it is our zone of brilliance when we feel it inside. How to change your mindset about compensation. Common and chronic problem that educators provide a lot of value and don’t get paid enough for it. Increase is three dimensional - who are we becoming. How we serve on the earth is how we can define ourselves. How much did the US pay out for all the Olympic gold, silver and bronze medals? Teachers do have a lot of transferable skills. Act in your zone of brilliance Simon Sinek was wrong - Don’t start with why Teachers have skills that can work well in other settings. Teachers have always been in sales. Mindset, human-centered part of being an entrepreneur. Five minutes and use the quote by Sarah Blankely “The biggest risk is not taking a risk” - Journal about that for two minutes. “I serve and I deserve” and what does that mean? Venn to Zen. About Julie Ulstrup Meet Julie Ulstrup , the visionary CEO of Women's Brilliance Collective and transformational personal and business strategist for experienced educators seeking their next chapter. With more than two decades of counseling expertise and a track record of incredible business growth, Julie is the catalyst educators trust to turn their expertise into purpose and passion driven new opportunities. A two-time international leadership award winner and top 1% entrepreneur, Julie's unique blend of business acumen and deep understanding of human potential guides educators to create a vision for their careers so they increase their impact, income and influence. Julie's superpower? Helping you discover yours. She combines razor-sharp strategy with heartfelt empathy, empowering you to: • Leverage your skills, knowledge, expertise and wisdom in innovative ways • Cultivate authentic leadership that inspires across sectors • Align your passion with purpose-driven opportunities • Make meaningful contributions in exciting new fields As a sought-after speaker and trusted mentor, Julie's insights have transformed lives at universities, schools, and prominent events worldwide. Her message is clear: Your passion and purpose is the key to unlocking a future filled with increased influence, income, and impact. Julie's mission is to create a ripple effect of positive change by guiding educators like you to thrive in your next chapter. Whether you're eyeing leadership roles, consultancy, or entrepreneurship, she'll help you navigate the path with confidence and purpose. Ready to write the most exciting chapter of your career? Connect with Julie and the Women's Brilliance Collective today. Together, we’re creating a world where the rest of your life truly becomes the best of your life. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Intentional Self-Care with Dr. Tyrone Burton Transformative Principal 629 27:21

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On June 10, 2024, Passion Driven Leadership celebrated two schools in the Orange Township School District with the designation of being Passion Driven Schools. (see links below) PDL - Orange Recap June 2024.mp4 Passion Driven Schools - Dr. Fitzhugh Interview .mov This means that they have decided to make Intentional Self-Care a priority for the adults in schools and completed our two-year process. Previous interview with Tyrone here . We work in a system that is broken by design. Accountable vs. Responsible We work at the point of exhaustion EAP, too little too late. Starts with leadership. Process has six frames, SEL, instructional, teacher, parent involvement, school review Data driven vs. data informed Dashboard for SEL Wellness & culture & climate surveys that teachers take on a regular basis. The value of the psychometric analysis is that it helps people see themselves and who their teammates are. Teachers came to work happier and more productive, fewer sick days, ownership. Students are more relaxed because of the impact of the teacher attitudes and perspectives. Passion Driven Schools for adults. Parent involvement - helping parents understand their kids better. Passion-Driven Leadership web site. Please add your bio here: Dr. Tyrone D. Burton is an author, speaker, and Founder of Passion Driven Leadership. With over 40 years’ experience in education Dr. Burton is recognized and sought after as a proven leader in education. He has served as a Distinguished Principal, mentoring other Principals in his proud state of Louisiana. He has worked as a School Turnaround Specialist, successfully helping, and supporting Principals turn around schools in Louisiana, Florida, Georgia, Cayman Island and Connecticut. He has served as an adjunct professor teaching aspiring principals to lead. He has been featured on notable podcast such as, Courtney Bowden, The Transformative Principal and Leading Lane hosted by award winning Principal Adam Lane. He is a regular featured speaker at Alabama`s MEGA Conference. He has authored two books, More Than a Notion, A Journey in Educational Leadership in the Age of Accountability and The Reframing of American Education, A Framework for Understanding American Education Post COVID-19 . Both books are used at the University level to train educational leaders. His company Passion Driven Leadership was awarded a New Schools Venture Fund Grant, which he used to pilot his program to help educators lead lives filled with “Intentional Self-Care”! He has helped hundreds of educators to restore and revitalize their emotional health and wellbeing. His vision to create a community of educators who become emotionally literate and emotionally Intelligent through the development of human capital. His mission is to help educators realize and recognize that “Intentional Self-Care” is not selfish! Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Rally to Read with Jodi Rubin Transformative Principal 628 31:07

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Welcome to our National Literacy Month series of podcasts , presented in partnership between the Be Podcast Network and Reading Is Fundamental (RIF). In this episode of Transformative Principal, Jodi Rubin, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Partnerships at Reading Is Fundamental (RIF), discusses the "Rally to Read 100" initiative. Launched in response to declining reading frequency and motivation among children, this initiative aims to encourage children to read 100 books by the end of March. Anyone can participate, and there are incentives for schools and individuals, including book giveaways and social media contests. RIF provides various resources to support the initiative, such as videos, activity sheets, and purposeful questions for each book. Rubin emphasizes the importance of early reading experiences, reading aloud, and community involvement in fostering a love of reading in children. She also highlights the "RIF Literacy Central" website, which offers over 30,000 resources for educators and families. Rally to Read 100 Frequency and motivation of reading was way down 100,000,000th B&N storytime pick and Random House partnerships Read 100 books by the end of the month of March. Anyone can participate Why community is so important! Competition in individual groups. Motivation - giving away 10,000 books. 100 schools to win 100 books. Social media contests Every month 2 new videos will appear for the month’s theme (community, nature, changemakers, and more). Packets, coloring sheets, and more activities for students to do and use. 12 titles for read-alouds - Maxine Gets a Job and Built to Last , for example. Purposeful questions for each book they read. The power of early reading experiences. Importance of reading aloud. Enter to get your classroom sets. Celebratory event live at Union Square in NY. RIF Literacy Central - over 30,000 resources Please add your bio here: Jodi Rubin is a marketing strategy and project management leader with more than 25 years of experience in the areas of strategic marketing, brand management, partnership marketing, communications, and strategy development. Jodi currently serves as RIF’s Senior Vice President Marketing & Partnerships and is responsible for the organization’s marketing strategy, communications, and partnership marketing to drive awareness and engagement with the RIF brand and its programs. Prior to RIF, Jodi was with Discovery Communications serving in a variety of strategic marketing roles in Domestic Distribution and Discovery Education. Jodi oversaw international educational marketing initiatives, new content provider partner efforts, and worked with Discovery’s various networks to bring key initiatives to teachers and students with unique educational content and resources to inspire and engage students. Jodi also held prior positions at Comsat International, W.B Doner Advertising, and Booz Allen & Hamilton. Jodi holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Maryland and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Michigan. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Parents as Literacy Experts with Dr. Daris McInnis Transformative Principal 632 29:51

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Dr. Daris McInnis joins Jethro to explore the complex nature of the reading process and the pivotal role that parents play in building literacy foundations at home. Dr. McInnis emphasizes the expertise that parents bring to the table, urging schools to honor and tap into that knowledge. He challenges the assumptions that parents inherently have everything they need to support their child's learning or that lack of engagement signals disinterest. Instead, he advocates for creating meaningful partnerships with parents, giving them a seat at the table, and understanding the pressures they face, such as time constraints. Throughout the discussion, Dr. McInnis highlights the value of programs like Reading is Fundamental (RIF) and literacy nights, which provide families with tools and strategies to support their children's learning. He also encourages educators to rethink their roles as learners themselves, emphasizing the importance of linguistic expression and understanding students as cosmopolitan intellectuals. Tune in to discover how schools can better engage families in the literacy process and how transformative leadership begins with meaningful, student-centered conversations. Reading process is complex. Starts at home At home start understanding the literacy foundations Parents have expertise, and we need to acknowledge it. Parents' knowledge of how their students’ everyday life impacts learning. Schools should honor and seek that expertise out. Schools don’t honor parent expertise because they don’t have expertise Grandma’s statistics Assumption: Parents have everything they need to support student learning (in the way we do it). Assumption: People have time. Uninvolved or don’t care is not what silence always means Giving them a seat at the table. What do they need from the school district? RIF is a great resource Literacy nights - valuable for many reason Strategies and tools for parents. Linguistic expression How do we rethink about ourselves as learners as well. How to be a transformative principal? Identify a student that a teacher is struggling to reach, then go into the classroom, and have a conversation with that student. Frame them as the cosmopolitan intellectuals they are. Please add your bio here: Dr. Daris McInnis is an assistant professor of literacy in the College of Education and Social Work at West Chester University of Pennsylvania. His research interests include family literacy, reading research, critical literacy, family-school partnerships, and early childhood education. Daris holds a doctorate in Reading/Writing/Literacy from the University of Pennsylvania, serves on multiple advisory boards with Reading is Fundamental, previously taught early elementary grades in Washington, D.C., and currently volunteers as a reading specialist in New Castle County, Delaware. He is also a Pat Tillman Scholar, and an Army veteran who served five years on active duty as an Ordnance Logistics Officer. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Is it Dyslexia or Dysteachia? with Irene Daria Transformative Principal 627 46:40

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Welcome to our National Literacy Month series of podcasts , presented in partnership between the Be Podcast Network and Reading Is Fundamental (RIF). How schools have turned off millions of kids from loving reading. “We escaped a train wreck because of my son” Balanced Literacy 3-cueing. Explicit and systematic way to sound out words. Kenneth Goodman - founder of whole language, which is what balanced literacy is based on. Observational study on how children learn to read. National Reading Panel - convened by congress in late 1990s. Emily Hanford - Sold a Story Podcast Why don’t we have computers teaching our kids to read. Kids just press buttons. Teaching a child to read is remarkably easy Teaching a child who has been taught incorrectly to read is not easy. Samuel Orton - Orton Gillingham method of teaching reading. Is it the child, or is it us? Phonemic awareness is not an inheritable trait, it’s a skill that can be taught. Do you teach or let the child discover on their own? Teach the basic skills Steps To Reading About Irene Daria Today, Irene Daria is a cognitive developmental psychologist and reading tutor to the stars, including the children of Kate Winslet, Tom Brady and Cate Blanchett. Her new book, I Didn’t Believe Him, takes you behind-the-scenes to witness exactly how schools across the country are failing to teach students how to read. At the time of the story she shares in I Didn’t Believe Him, Daria was a graduate student and "just" a mom thrilled that her son had been accepted to one of the most esteemed schools in Manhattan. Sure that he was on the path to a venerable education, she did not listen when her 5-year-old told her that he-like millions of other children-was not being taught how to read in school. An entire, very painful school year passed before Eric got her to realize he was right. Follow along as Daria begins a perplexing but ultimately empowering journey to save his academic life. She finds herself pitted against well-intentioned teachers and administrators she would have loved to trust if only they weren't so misinformed. The more Daria tries to get the school to see that it-like tens of thousands of other schools across the country is teaching reading all wrong, the more the school insists there is something wrong with her child and not with its teaching. Although I Didn't Believe Him is about a disturbing topic, it is a joy to read. Its pages overflow with the tenderness and love a mother has for her child and the trust a child has that his mother will make everything right. In addition to sharing her personal story, Daria takes you behind closed doors at a top-rated school to witness how flawed teaching methods are causing millions of kids to struggle with reading. You will see how a child's struggles in school affect the entire family. In an entertaining who-dun-it way, you will learn about the horrifying history of reading instruction in our country and the absurd way reading is currently being taught in many schools. In the end, simply by going on this life-altering journey with Daria and her son, you will learn how to teach a child to read and will be empowered to set any child on the path to becoming a proficient reader. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Making the Science of Reading Stick with Dr. Jocelyn Washburn Transformative Principal 626 43:48

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Welcome to our National Literacy Month series of podcasts , presented in partnership between the Be Podcast Network and Reading Is Fundamental (RIF). Dr. Jocelyn Washburn , an associate director of the Center for Research on Learning at the University of Kansas, discusses the Strategic Instruction Model (SIM), an approach to instruction that focuses on teaching students learning strategies. SIM has shown a significant impact on students' learning outcomes, particularly in adolescent literacy. Dr. Washburn also shares concerns about the current Science of Reading movement, emphasizing the importance of considering research-based evidence and practice-based evidence in curriculum decision-making. She highlights the need for principals to focus on supporting teachers and facilitating productive collaboration to create effective learning environments. SIM is an approach to instruction that focuses on teaching students strategies for learning. In short, SIM emphasizes HOW to learn. Learning strategies (explicit instruction) and content enhancement (teacher guided learning) strategies, Cue, Do, Review SIM is designed for teachers in middle and high school SIM Paraphrasing activity Center for Research on Learning Pretest and make commitments to learn. Success formula = If you figure out what works for you, what strategies will help you perform it, that will make it effective for life. Strategic is about having strategies Why hasn’t anyone taught me “like this” before Learning strategies vs. Cue, do, review Research-based information Concerns about science of reading approaches Review process - reviewed against a long list of components (do those specific components have research showing they work.) Teacher not being able to teach something even though they have experience showing that it works. Adapting evidence-based practices based on student data. iSTAR Adaptive intervention based on SIM writing strategies. Learn how write complete sentences and effective purposeful paragraphs. Many different types of gaps and writing that has happened. Human-delivered instruction but with dashboards for families, teachers, students, and administrators with AI to support Interest-inventory Authentic Audience - writing with purpose routine, built into iStar. How to be a transformative principal? Learn alongside your teachers. About Dr. Jocelyn Washburn Jocelyn Washburn, Ph.D ., is an associate director of the Center for Research on Learning at the University of Kansas and the Director of Professional Development for their international network of Strategic Instruction Model (SIM) professional developers. She has been a special education teacher, instructional coach, district literacy coordinator, and regional technical assistance coordinator. Her career has been dedicated to the use of evidence-based, inclusive practices to support students with and without disabilities with an emphasis on adolescent literacy. In addition to adolescent literacy, her research focuses professional learning models, educator collaboration, and systems change. Through federally funded research, she is iteratively designing, testing, and scaling an Adaptive Professional Learning Model for coaches and teachers implementing evidence-based writing instruction and assessment practices. She also has a new federally funded project starting soon called iSTAR to re-design the SIM sentence and paragraph writing strategies into an adaptive intervention using artificial intelligence. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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A Project-Based Aligned Literacy Curriculum with Tanya Sheckley and Brittany Botta Transformative Principal 625 31:29

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Welcome to our National Literacy Month series of podcasts , presented in partnership between the Be Podcast Network and Reading Is Fundamental (RIF). In this interview, Tanya Sheckley and Brittany Botta from Up Academy discussed their Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum. They explained that project-based learning often didn't align well with literacy, so they developed this curriculum that focuses on a particular aspect of writing in each module. They have seen positive results, with students not showing resistance to reading and writing. The curriculum divides the literacy block into community, agency, SELf-check, empowerment, and wrap-up. They emphasized the importance of creating time for learning what really matters and providing space and time for students to read to increase literacy in schools. Up Academy - love of learning, inclusive educational space. Project based learning didn’t always align well to literacy. Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum Each module is focused on a particular aspect of writing. Don’t see the resistance to reading and writing with this curriculum. Not teaching the same stuff all the time, but getting to the same goals. Literacy block divided into community, agency, SELf-check, empowerment, wrap-up Restaurant project - partnered with a local restaurant School Shirt opinion - leading to opinion writing. Science of reading incorporation. How to increase literacy in your school: Create time for learning what really matters. Space and time for students to read. Increase reading time, talk to students about the books they’re reading. About Tanya Sheckley and Brittany Botta Tanya Sheckley is Founder and President of UP Academy, an elementary lab school which values innovation, empathy and strength. Tanya’s vision and mission show it’s possible to celebrate differences, challenge what’s broken in the American education system, and that all children can receive a rigorous, well rounded education. She is an Edupreneur, Author of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Imagination and Impact Meet and host of the Rebel Educator podcast . She speaks frequently on the future of education and entrepreneurship. She is a rebel educator who works with new and existing schools and small school leaders to question the status quo and develop innovative student experiences through inclusion and project based learning. Brittany Botta Director of Teaching and Learning at Up Academy and the author of the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Plan, Study, Do & Act with Missy Emler & Mia Chmiel #udlcon 29:59

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This episode is a special episode from UDL-Con, powered by CAST. CAST just released the Guidelines for (Universal Design for Learning) UDL 3.0, which you can find here . If you don't know what UDL is, it's a way to make learning accessible for everyone! You can check out more about the webinars here . Enjoy this special episode. Jethro Jones interviews Missy Emler and Mia Chmiel, who host the UDLForward Community . Missy shares her experiences and insights as a statewide systems coach for UDL in Wisconsin, diving deep into the implementation science framework and the trials process. Mia Chmiel also joins the conversation to discuss practical examples of UDL trials and their impact on student engagement and learning outcomes. 00:00 Introduction 00:50 Meet Missy Emler 01:18 Reasons for Attending UDL Con 01:52 Implementation Science and UDL in Wisconsin 04:15 Plan, Study, Do, Act Cycles 05:57 Practical Outcomes of UDL Trials 14:50 Mia Chmiel's Role and Insights 26:46 Joining the Wisconsin UDL Community Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Future Serious School with Will Richardson 29:19

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In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Will Richardson, a veteran in the educational field for over 30 years. The discussion covers Will's new educational cohort initiatives, his manifesto addressing the need for educational reform in chaotic times, the role of politics in education, and the significance of long-term thinking for future generations. They delve into the necessity of reshaping educational goals to foster relationships and prepare students for a complex future. Constant Evolving, every five or so years. Three C’s - Complexity, Chaos, and Collapse The Manifesto Will’s Substack There is still common ground here regardless of who is in political power. What do you want to still exist in 50 years? We can go to our school communities and just ask to have a chat. Parents are the fundamental educators in a child’s life. Jethro on Stewardship What are we doing for our grandchildren? It’s personal work first. Soul work before school work. Out of relation with each other and out of relation with other living things. Join Will’s Workshops at https://futureserious.school About Will Richardson Building capacity and community for educators (and others) ready to confront "complexity, chaos, and collapse." Founder, Future Serious Schools; Co-Founder, Big Questions Institute; Speaker, Author, Provocateur, Educator Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Creating Equitable Classrooms with Mike Cronley 20:48

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In this episode, host Jethro Jones interviews Mike Cronley, founder and CEO of Class Composer, about how his software helps create equitable classrooms. They discuss the challenges faced by educators in balancing class compositions and how Class Composer addresses these issues. Getting the right kids in the right places in elementary school Focus on behavior and then start overloading based on other characteristics. Rarely changed once the school year starts. Classroom imbalance can impact the school for much longer than just the school year. Teachers are happy with the output. People weren’t starters but they make an impact. About Mike Cronley While some big ideas are born in the boardroom, others are born in the lunchroom. In his 12 years teaching third grade near Denver, Colorado, Mike shared the frustrations of many colleagues enduring inequitable classes – for example, classes having an imbalance of low readers or students with challenging behavior. These imbalances weren’t surprising, given the student placement process was done with pink and blue paper cards. Over lunch one day in 2007, the school’s music teacher was venting to Mike about some unruly students who mistakenly ended up in her class together, even though they were supposed to have been separated based on their disruptive behavior the year before. Wouldn’t it be great, they mused, if there were some software to create class lists and avoid these basic errors? As a self-professed technology geek, Mike started dreaming about the possibility of creating his own solution. That dream grew into an obsession, and he found himself spending evenings and weekends consumed by research – driving his wife crazy. The result was Class Composer, software built on Mike’s tech savvy, his teacher’s perspective, and his commitment to creating positive learning environments. Mike, who received his B.S. in Psychology from the Ohio State University and an elementary teaching certificate from the University of Colorado Denver, is no longer in the classroom, but is an educator at heart who loves making a positive impact on the lives of teachers and students. He lives in Boulder, Colorado with his wife and two poodles, and he loves to ski, bike, and camp with his family, including his college-age son and daughter. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Streamlining Feedback to Teachers with Observation Co-Pilot with Adam Geller 24:57

לפני 16 weeks24:57

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In this episode, Jethro Jones welcomes back Adam Geller, the founder and CEO of Edthena. They discuss the new Observation Copilot tool, designed to streamline principals' feedback processes for teachers, and delve into the challenges and solutions regarding teacher observations. Adam shares insights on how this innovative tool bridges the gap, saving valuable time for principals while maintaining meaningful and timely feedback for teachers. Observation copilot. Streamlining feedback to teachers Where are your pain points in observing teachers. Making sure chickenscratch notes turn into valuable prose and you can generate valuable ideas. Quick turnaround time - Observe today and get feedback today. How is streamlining the observation process transformative Human powered notes from the principal. Focus is on reorganizing, not on filling in blanks. Computer’s job is to show the evidence that a principal inputs. System to help a principal make a first draft. This service is free for anyone to use spring 2025. observationcopilot.com free for spring 2025 Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Big Impact Mixer 26:07

לפני 17 weeks26:07

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In this episode, Jethro Jones introduces the Big Impact Mixer, where innovative minds gather to share and implement impactful ideas. Jethro discusses his approach of small, manageable experiments aimed at making significant changes and provides insights into some of his personal experiments, including supplements, workout routines, and productivity methods. He encourages listeners to join the mixer and his SchoolX Beta book study for collaborative growth and development. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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From Conflict to Collaboration with Dr. Robert Feirsen and Dr Seth Weitzman - From the Vault 45:04

לפני 18 weeks45:04

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This episode is a special From the Vault. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Robert Feirsen and Dr. Seth Weitzman about their new book From Conflict to Collaboration: A School Leader’s Guide to Unleashing Conflict’s Problem-Solving Power. We talk about how to avoid conflict, the three A’s to approach conflict, and much more. About the Guests Dr. Robert Feirsen is currently an associate professor and coordinator of the Educational Leadership Program at Manhattanville College. Previously, he was assistant professor and chair of the Education Department at the New York Institute of Technology. A former SAANYS member, Dr. Feirsen enjoyed a distinguished career in P-12 schools. As a school building leader in Westchester and Nassau Counties, he served as an elementary school principal, a middle school assistant principal, and a middle school principal. At the central office level, he served as an assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, deputy superintendent, and superintendent of schools. Dr. Feirsen taught at the elementary, middle, and high school levels as a social studies and special education teacher in schools in New York City before moving into supervisory roles. Dr. Feirsen holds an Ed.D. from Fordham University. Dr. Feirsen’s research interests include addressing organizational conflict, the school principal-school counselor relationship, principal and teacher retention, the relationship between psychological ownership and professional learning, college readiness, and the applications of design thinking. His research and other articles have been published in a number of academic journals, as well as Educational Leadership and Education Week. Dr. Feirsen has led workshops at such venues as ASCD, the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE), and the American Educational Research Association (AERA). With Seth Weitzman, he has presented at national and statewide conferences including ASCD, the New York State Council of School Superintendents (NYSCOSS), and the New York Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (NYACTE). Seth Weitzman is also the co-author of From Conflict to Collaboration: A School Leader’s Guide to Unleashing Conflict’s Problem-Solving Power and How to Get the Teaching Job You Want. Dr. Seth Weitzman sat in a middle school principal’s chair for 27 years in Nassau and Westchester counties. Leadership positions included co-president of the Mamaroneck administrators’ union, president of the Nassau County, and later, the Westchester County Middle School Principals’ Association, and a New York State Middle-Level Liaison (a working group of principals representing every county and BOCES in New York State meeting with NYSED officials). Together with Dr. Robert Feirsen, he is the co-author of two books: How to Get the Teaching Job You Want and From Conflict to Collaboration: A School Leader’s Guide to Unleashing Conflict’s Problem-Solving Power. He is either author or co-author of a number of articles published in national education journals including Educational Leadership and American Middle-Level Education Magazine. Drs. Feirsen and Weitzman have presented in numerous professional association conferences at the county, state, and local levels (e.g. Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, American Association of School Personnel Administrators, New York State Middle School Association, New York State Association of Teacher Educators) and graduate-level classes (Teachers College, Bank Street College of Education). He is currently Senior Instructor in the Mercy College Educational Leadership Department. His 40-year education career began teaching elementary school and middle school in Connecticut and New York City. He holds an EdD from Teachers College, Columbia University. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Three Factors that Led to the Mississippi Miracle in Child Literacy with Dr. Trish Stoll 26:36

לפני 19 weeks26:36

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In this episode of the Transformative Principal podcast, we introduce you to Dr. Trish Stoll, a transformative leader who played a pivotal role in the Mississippi Miracle—a remarkable effort to improve child literacy rates in the state. Dr. Stoll will share her insights on how to empower teachers, build their capacity for literacy instruction, and create a culture of learning where all students can thrive. She'll discuss the importance of focusing on teacher capacity, providing ample training and support, and involving teachers in decision-making. Dr. Stoll will also share her thoughts on how principals can be transformative leaders by observing classrooms, learning from students, and creating a culture of continuous improvement. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in improving literacy outcomes for all students. Mississippi Miracle Prior initiatives Barksdale Reading Academy Reading Universe Reading First - Literacy block was protected, pockets not the entire state Literacy-Based Promotion Act - 3rd grade assessment Mississippi Kindergarten Readiness Focus on Teacher Capacity on Literacy State literacy programs 3 Consortiums throughout the state to help teachers learn more AIM Pathways partnering with the state Lots of training and support for all teachers. If we focus on learning to read from Pre-K to second Empowering Teachers State literacy coaches were teachers Teacher advisory committee - created by state Supt. Teachers take ownership of their professional learning TEDx talk for teachers How to be a transformative principal? Go into classrooms observe what students are doing and be a learner. Even district personnel are learners too About Trish Stoll Dr. Trish Stoll is a dedicated and experienced educator who currently serves as the ELA Curriculum Specialist for the Gulfport School District in Gulfport, Mississippi. With over two decades of experience in the field of education, Dr. Stoll has held various roles including general education teacher, Visual Arts Instructor, Literacy Coach, and Instructional Coach. Her passion for implementing best practices in literacy education has made her a valuable asset in improving literacy for students in Mississippi and beyond. Dr. Stoll's commitment to continuous learning, research, and collaboration with other literacy professionals across the nation ensures that students receive the most effective literacy instruction possible. Holding an Ed. D in Educational Leadership, a Specialist Degree in Instructional Leadership, a Master of Science, and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Dr. Stoll has a strong educational background that informs her work in the field. Furthermore, Dr. Trish Stoll is a Middle and Early Childhood Art National Board Certified Teacher, showcasing her expertise and dedication to the field of education. With her wealth of experience and qualifications, Dr. Stoll continues to make a significant impact on the literacy education landscape, striving to enhance learning outcomes for students and promote excellence in education. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Improving Your School Branding with John Mihalyo 43:20

לפני 20 weeks43:20

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School is becoming more hyper-localized. Parents’ choice is expanding, and public schools are already having to court new families to choose them, and this is going to become even more important as time goes on. John Mihalyo joins me to discuss how to improve your school’s branding. Your identity and brand is an individualized school decision. How to look at a school from a parent perspective What is the last parent perspective? If you have a problem with enrollment, retention, and engagement, it might actually be a branding problem. What are your teachers’ elevator pitch? Give them topics of conversation. Give people opportunities to discuss great things happening in your school. Kids who start at your school want to finish at your school! Two ways to look at things: “Tuition is so expensive” and “I’m getting all that for just $X in Tuition? Sign me up!” Word of mouth opportunities. If you are not telling your story effectively Chaos to alignment to integration! How to be a transformative principal? Ask this question: What is causing things to not go well? About John Mihalyo: John Mihalyo is a distinguished education professional and the visionary founder of Elementary Advancement Solutions , a premier consulting firm dedicated to empowering Catholic and faith-based school leaders, and host of the excellent Catholic School Leaders Podcast . With over 20 years of administrative experience and 15 years as a Catholic school principal, John has become a trusted expert in navigating the complexities of Catholic education, including leadership development, advancement, and enrollment growth. Throughout his career, John has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to supporting Catholic school leaders as they address the unique challenges of faith-based education. His extensive collaborations with pastors, bishops, superintendents, and dioceses across multiple states highlight his ability to develop innovative strategies that align with Catholic mission and values while driving measurable success. John’s expertise in advancement is evidenced by his instrumental role in establishing two successful Advancement Offices, securing over $1.8 million in funding, and leading impactful initiatives such as a $6 million renovation project. Under his leadership, schools have experienced transformative growth, including an average enrollment increase of 24%, all while building stronger communities rooted in faith and mission. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Beta Testers Wanted 18:50

לפני 21 weeks18:50

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🎯 What’s in This Episode? I’m on the lookout for 10 beta testers to join me in shaping the future of the SchoolX Book Study . This isn’t just another course—I’m transforming the live book study into an asynchronous, self-paced experience , and I’d love for you to be part of the process. 💡 Why Should You Join as a Beta Tester? • Early Access: Get hands-on with the SchoolX Book Study before anyone else. • Behind-the-Scenes Insights: See how I’m using AI to refine and enhance the content. • Direct Feedback Opportunities: Your input will help shape the final product. • Personal Touchpoints: Exclusive one-on-one check-ins with me to discuss your growth and feedback. I released SchoolX back in 2020 (yes, during the height of the pandemic), and revisiting it recently blew me away. The content is still incredibly relevant, and the feedback so far has been phenomenal—one participant even watched a 2-hour recording and sent me a 1,000-word response ! 🤯 Here’s the two videos I mention in the episode: Original Video and Refined Video 💸 Bonus Perk: As a thank-you, beta testers will receive a $50 discount (regular price: $200). You’ll also get full access to worksheets, frameworks, and bonus content. 📝 How to Join: Spots are limited (max 20 participants), so if you’re interested, head over to Jethro.site/beta to sign up! 🎧 Don’t miss this chance to be part of something transformative. Thanks for listening—and as always, thank you for being part of this journey with me. ❤️ Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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LinkEd Leaders with Mike Caldwell 34:05

לפני 22 weeks34:05

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In this episode, host Jethro Jones chats with Mike Caldwell, the founder of LinkEd Leaders. They discuss the importance of on-demand mentorship for school leaders, the benefits of having an outside perspective, and the significance of creating a brave space for vulnerability and growth. Mike shares insights on the unique challenges faced by principals and the power of peer-to-peer mentoring. Telecoaching for school leaders Helpful to have a detached leader A place to go and be real Safe space vs. brave space Being vulnerable sometimes leads to being excluded from opportunities. In 30 minutes, you can have affirmation, support, and clear goals for going forward. Retention problem at the school level. Exhausterwhelmulated Needs change over time. Power in curiosity Understanding Principal Turnover LinkedLeaders.com Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Five Principles of Educator Professionalism with Dr. Nason Lollar 30:40

לפני 24 weeks30:40

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In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Dr. Nason Lollar, author of 'The Five Principles of Educator Professionalism'. They discuss the erosion of trust in the education system, the impact of educational fads, and the importance of professional development and teacher morale in rebuilding trust. Chasing fads leads to a lack of trust. COVID exacerbating issues. Technology could be a fad. Take ownership of our own morale. Morale is a personal decision, but admin still have an impact. Negatives vs. Negativity. Damon and I made a commitment to never complain about our leaders. The ways to create a positive culture. Don’t entertain negativity. Looking for problems is easy. Strong collaboration to stay away from negativity Isolation is the enemy of improvement - Richard Elmore How to be a Transformative Principal? Get teachers to share where they need support. Listen to them and have empathy. About Nason Lollar: Having served twenty-four years in the field of education, Dr. Nason Lollar has leveraged those experiences into his first book, The Five Principles of Educator Professionalism. Nason began his career in the classroom, serving as a high school math and social studies teacher and as a baseball coach for fourteen years. He then transitioned to administration, serving as a high school assistant principal for nine years. He is currently serving in his 2nd year as principal at the Madison Career & Technical Center in Madison, Mississippi. His journey as a student of Educational Leadership began with graduate work at Mississippi College, and culminated with a Doctorate of Education from William Carey University in 2018. In 2023, Nason was honored by the Mississippi Association of Secondary School Principals as state Assistant Principal of the Year. Connect with Nason: On X, @ nasonlollar , through his Facebook page, Personal Development , or on his blog, nasonlollar.wordpress.com . Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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How to get 100% of 3rd Graders Proficient in Reading with Dr. Layne Dillard 29:39

לפני 25 weeks29:39

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In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Dr. Layne Dillard, an educational leader with over 27 years of experience in transforming schools and empowering leaders. Dr. Dillard shares insights on achieving 100% reading proficiency among third graders, the importance of teaching at grade level, and strategies for effective school improvement. Cast a vision, shoot for the moon, maybe you’ll hit the stars With 37% special education students. We realized we just changed lives. First state report card was an F. Looking at our “Why” Going to have to do things that are hard for adults and right for kids. Tier 1 at grade level. How can we expect them to be proficient if they never see that content? Every year they don’t see grade level, they’re even further behind. Fill in gaps from last year, then you never get to current year. Look at data like blood work, not personal. Data can feel like we’re blaming people. Data can be used as a weapon. True differentiation is… Intentional grouping of students. Teaching a skill. Knowing your data. Your data is like skeleton. Nobody is a queen bee. How to be a transformative principal? Get a clipboard and go down the halls and look for everything in your building going right. Dr. Layne Dillard Transformative Educator | School Turnaround Strategist | Creator of the LEAD Framework Dr. Layne Dillard ( X , LinkedIn , Web Site ) has dedicated over 27 years to transforming schools and empowering leaders to create environments where students thrive. With 18 years of experience as a principal, she led a high-poverty school from an "F" to a "B" on the state report card, earning recognition as a CLAS Banner School and a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. Under her leadership, all 3rd graders at her school achieved 100% proficiency in reading on state assessments. Layne’s extensive career spans every level of education, from Pre-K to high school seniors. She has also served as the principal of an alternative school, where she worked to ensure that even the most at-risk students could succeed. Her journey inspired the creation of the LEAD Framework —a student-centered, research-backed approach designed to help schools make meaningful, sustainable progress. Currently serving as an Educational Administrator in the Office of School Improvement with the Alabama State Department of Education, she specializes in data-driven strategies, leadership development, and building positive school cultures. Layne is a passionate speaker who loves motivating districts, schools, and educators to be the absolute best they can be every single day—because students deserve nothing less. Her mission is to help principals turn challenges into opportunities and imagine the possibilities for their schools and students. Layne earned her B.S. in Secondary Education and an M.A. in Educational Leadership and Administration at the University of North Alabama. She earned a Doctor of Education in Learning Organizations and Strategic Change from Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Creating Transition Programs that are Beneficial to Students with Disabilities with Joel Lavin 33:56

לפני 28 weeks33:56

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In this podcast episode, Joel Lavin and Jethro Jones discuss transition services for students with disabilities as they mature out of the K-12 schooling program. We talk about combining CTE and Transition Services to make sure students are prepared for life, independence, self determination, communication, and living on their own. See Joel’s previous interview on Transformative Principal episodes 258 and 259 . Education and Training, Employment, Independence, self determination and communication, planning for your future. Transition Vision Project. Including General Ed and CTE programs. Visioning process. The pathway process. North Star, positive and possible, enroll, stronger Why is CTE and Transition services so important for working together? Career Technical Education. Sometimes kids needing services in their IEP gets in the way of their opportunities to have more work experiences. CTE: FutureBuild Unified Sports and other unified programs - if you don’t have this in your school, make it happen! Ryan- started in the pandemic as a freshman in charter school struggled, moved to the alternative school still struggled, finally moved to a program in one of our high schools focused on transition, still included in regular classes though it was regional, began to thrive in the setting, had an opportunity to access a centralized program called future build.Student continues to thrive as a senior. Is now a keynote speaker for the Oregon Statewide Transition Conference in March 2024. Transition Services take a lot of teamwork! How to be a transformative principal? All staff need to be on board with inclusive practices. About Joel Lavin Joel is in his 15th year as an administrator and 25th year as a public educator. He is currently an equity and inclusion administrator for high schools in Eugene School District 4J. His job is focused on removing barriers for students in high school through age 21 who experience disabilities and autism. Joel has worked with students prekindergarten through age 21 in his career. He started teaching as a middle school science teacher and branched out to administration in 2009. • Joel has two children, who are each about 3 years apart. They are currently in high school and college. • His hobbies include camping with his family, gardening, running, cooking and martial arts. His passions include: inclusive education, transition services, restorative justice, bilingual education and educational equity. He has been a facilitator for the CFEE Collaborative for 15 years, Coaching for Equity in Education Collaborative. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Creating Impact with from Your Vision with Dr. Sandy Breece 19:43

לפני 29 weeks19:43

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In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Dr. Sandy Breece, founder and superintendent of Telesis Center for Learning Incorporated. They discuss Dr. Breece's journey starting a school before the concept of charter schools existed, her commitment to small class sizes and individualized instruction, and her advice for those looking to start their own schools today. They also delve into the power of community and the importance of having a clear vision. Charter schools didn’t start until 1994, when the school was three years old. The community needed choice. Small class sizes. Individualization for everyone. Advice for starting your own school. Don’t wait, just do it! Find community Ignore the naysayers. Reach out to community members individually. Power of Community book Advice for funding schools. How to be a transformative principal - Call Sandy. About Dr. Sandy Breece: Dr. Sandy Breece is the Founder and Superintendent of Telesis Center for Learning, Inc. founded in 1991 in Lake Havasu City, AZ which includes two tuition free public charter schools : Telesis Preparatory Academy for grades 9-12 and Telesis Preparatory for grades K-8 which she oversees and operates the non-profit corporation Telesis Center for Learning, Inc. with a staff of 48 and student enrollment of 350. Dr. Breece holds an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Breece also has her BS and MS degrees in Elementary Education with an Early Childhood endorsement and a double minor in Psychology and Zoology from Arizona State University. She has many years of experience as a teacher and administrator in K-12 education as first an elementary teacher with a focus on reading and Early Childhood Education and then school founder and director of a private and public school, ultimately becoming a certified principal and then certified superintendent all in Lake Havasu City, AZ where she has lived for 58 years. Telesis Preparatory Academy (grades 9-12) and Telesis Preparatory (grades K-8) are both accredited schools by Cognia Accreditation. Both schools have received A and B letter grades from the State of Arizona consistently each year. Dr. Breece added Paw Prints Preschool to the Telesis Center for Learning, Inc. complex in 2019, a tuition-based preschool program for 3 and 4-year-olds. She most recently founded School Founders Academy to mentor others passionate about starting a school after publishing an anthology book titled “Power of Community ” last March which became a #1 International Bestseller. Her chapter “From Vision to Reality: Navigating the Challenges of Starting a School” tells of some of the many challenges and how she solved them. Dr. Breece often does speaking engagements on educational topics which are listed on her speaker sheet on the School Founders Academy’s website. For more information visit schoolfounders.academy and like and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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How Kahoot! Is Changing the Game with Meira Koponen 37:56

לפני 30 weeks37:56

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In this episode, Jethro Jones interviews Meira Koponen, a learning designer at Kahoot. They discuss the importance of game-based learning, the integration of AI to enhance classroom experiences, and innovative approaches to make learning more inclusive and engaging. Meira shares her experiences from Finland, her passion for education, and some exciting new features of Kahoot that support both teachers and students. Meira Koponen is a Pedagogy and Didactics Manager (Learning Designer) at Kahoot! See previous interviews about education in Finland with Pirjo Suhonen: Episode 183 , and Episode 184 What a learning designer at Kahoot! does. Testing with teachers. Things must be designed in such a way that teachers can create AI Creator in Kahoot! On being the last place all the time. Team, classroom collaborative Playing at your own speed and level. Self-paced, different goal, Being part of a community Kahootopia - Learning portfolio Learning doesn’t happen without effort. We put a lot of emphasis on Academic skills. We need to focus also on other skills. Organic vs. Mechanistic skills Learning line upon line, little by little. Fail often, that’s how you learn. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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Innovative Strategies for Navigating School Leadership Roadblocks with Marcela Andres 41:07

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Public Benefit Corporations Benefit of school leaders School is nestled within a community Being authentic in who they are so they can show up authentically. Things happen for a reason. Breaking inappropriate rules Truth vs. truth Theory of Development Bronfenbrenner, U. (1977). Toward an experimental ecology of human development. American Psychologist, 32 (7), 513–531. https://doi.org/10.1037/0003-066X.32.7.513 How to be a transformative principal? Be yourself About Marcela Andrés Marcela Andrés, a visionary leader in education and the President and CEO of designEDengagement, PBC . Marcela has dedicated her career to creating culturally responsive strategies that foster strong relationships between educators, families, and communities. She’s also the author of Purposeful Educator Connections: Five Principles to Strengthen Relationships with Students , a transformative guide that offers practical strategies to help educators deepen their connections with students and drive meaningful change in the classroom. Marcela’s work is focused on empowering educators to go beyond compliance and embrace the power of relationships as a foundation for student success. Her book highlights key principles that allow educators to create high-quality learning environments, foster meaningful interactions, and partner with key stakeholders to support students in fulfilling their life’s purpose. In today’s conversation, we’ll dive into Marcela’s approach to transforming the educational experience and explore how Purposeful Educator Connections can serve as a blueprint for educators looking to strengthen their relationships with students and make a lasting impact. Join the Transformative Mastermind Today and work on your school, not just in it. Apply today . We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.…

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