Principal Center Radio

Principal Center Radio

Justin Baeder

The Principal Center's mission is to build capacity for instructional leadership. In each episode of Principal Center Radio, Director Justin Baeder interviews education thought leaders and authors.

Sarah Frank—OpenLiteracy

Sarah Frank—OpenLiteracy

Visit the OpenLiteracy Website, www.OpenLiteracy.com About The Author Dr. Sarah Frank is the founder of OpenLiteracy, bringing with her two decades of working in schools and universities. Sarah has worked as a teacher, teacher educator, and professor in elementary schools and universities across the United States including the University of Michigan, University of Pittsburgh, Duke University, and Wayne State University. She has a Master's in Language and Literacy from Harvard, and a PhD in Lit

Feb 24, • 16:02

Erik Palmer—Before You Say a Word: A School Leader's Guide to Clear and Compelling Communication

Erik Palmer—Before You Say a Word: A School Leader's Guide to Clear and Compelling Communication

Get the book, Before You Say a Word: A School Leader's Guide to Clear and Compelling Communication Visit Erik's website, www.ErikPalmer.net Visit the PVLEGS website, www.PVLEGS.com About The Author Erik Palmer is a professional speaker and educational consultant from Denver, Colorado, whose passion for speaking has been part of every one of his multiple careers. After several years in the business world, he became a teacher, spending 21 years in the classroom, primarily as an English t

Feb 17, • 26:14

Michael Petrilli—National Assessment of Educational Progress

Michael Petrilli—National Assessment of Educational Progress

Visit the Fordham Institute Website, www.FordhamInstitute.org Visit the NAEP Website, www.NCES.ED.Gov/NationsReportCard About The Author Michael J. Petrilli is president of the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, Executive Editor of Education Next, and research fellow at Stanford University’s Hoover Institution. An award-winning writer, he is the author of The Diverse Schools Dilemma, editor of the book Education for Upward Mobility, and co-editor of How to Educate an American and Follow th

Feb 10, • 21:22

Robert Barnett—Meet Every Learner’s Needs: Redesigning Instruction So All Students Can Succeed

Robert Barnett—Meet Every Learner’s Needs: Redesigning Instruction So All Students Can Succeed

Get the book, Meet Every Learner’s Needs: Redesigning Instruction So All Students Can Succeed Visit the Meet Every Learner's Needs website, www.MeetE eryLearnersNeeds.org Visit Robert's website, www.ModernClassrooms.org About The Author Robert Barnett is the co-founder of the Modern Classrooms Project. He has taught math, English, and social studies at the secondary and post-secondary levels in the United States and abroad. He hopes his own children will learn in Modern Classrooms some

Feb 3, • 29:11

Mike Anderson—Rekindle Your Professional Fire: Powerful Habits for Becoming a More Well-Balanced Teacher

Mike Anderson—Rekindle Your Professional Fire: Powerful Habits for Becoming a More Well-Balanced Teacher

Get the book, Rekindle Your Professional Fire: Powerful Habits for Becoming a More Well-Balanced Teacher Listen to Mike's Principal Center Radio interview on his book, Learning to Choose, Choosing to Learn: The Key to Student Motivation and Achievement Visit Mike's website LeadingGreatLearning.com About The Author Mike Anderson of Leading Great Learning is a full time education consultant who has worked with diverse schools across the United States and beyond for more than a decade.

Jan 27, • 30:07

Jill Handley & Lara Donnelly—What Can I Take Off Your Plate? A Structural—and Sustainable—Approach to Countering Teacher Burnout

Jill Handley & Lara Donnelly—What Can I Take Off Your Plate? A Structural—and Sustainable—Approach to Countering Teacher Burnout

Get the book, What Can I Take Off Your Plate? A Structural—and Sustainable—Approach to Countering Teacher Burnout Visit Lara's Website www.LaraCDonnelly.com Visit Jill's Website www.BeTheLeaderYouDeserve.com About The Author Lara Donnelly, EdD, is a veteran teacher and school counselor in Jefferson County Public Schools (Kentucky). She is an education consultant, speaker, and author supporting schools and administrators with burnout, family engagement, and multilingual learners with tr

Jan 20, • 24:06

Baruti Kafele—What Is My Value Instructionally to the Teachers I Supervise?

Baruti Kafele—What Is My Value Instructionally to the Teachers I Supervise?

Get the book, What Is My Value Instructionally to the Teachers I Supervise? Go to the AP and New Principal's Academy YouTube Channel About The Author Baruti Kafele is one of the most sought-after school leadership experts in North America. A highly regarded urban educator in New Jersey for more than 20 years, he was named East Orange School District and Essex County Public Schools Teacher of the Year, and he was a finalist for New Jersey State Teacher of the Year. As a middle and high school p

Jan 13, • 40:01

Peter Marshall—Today's Teachers, Tomorrow's Leaders: A Guide to Identifying and Developing Future Administrators

Peter Marshall—Today's Teachers, Tomorrow's Leaders: A Guide to Identifying and Developing Future Administrators

Get the book, Today's Teachers, Tomorrow's Leaders: A Guide to Identifying and Developing Future Administrators Visit Peter's website, www.PeterMarshallConsulting.com About The Author Peter Marshall has more than thirty-five years of experience as an educator. He has served as a teacher, school administrator, and system leader in Ontario, working in leadership and staff development as well as opening a new school. He currently serves as a Solution Tree Assessment Center Associate. Thi

Jan 6, • 30:44

Barbara Blackburn—Rigor for Students with Special Needs

Barbara Blackburn—Rigor for Students with Special Needs

Get the book, Rigor for Students with Special Needs Visit Barbara's website www.BarbaraBlackburnOnline.com About The Author Barbara Blackburn, PhD is the author of more than 35 books and a full-time consultant who works with schools around the world to help raise the level of rigor and motivation for professional educators and students alike. Dr. Blackburn has been repeatedly named to the Top 30 Education Gurus by Global Gurus.

Jan 3, • 32:54

Teresa Hill—The Instructional Leader's Guide to Closing Achievement Gaps: Five Keys for Improving Student Outcomes

Teresa Hill—The Instructional Leader's Guide to Closing Achievement Gaps: Five Keys for Improving Student Outcomes

Get the book, The Instructional Leader's Guide to Closing Achievement Gaps: Five Keys for Improving Student Outcomes About The Author Dr. Teresa Hill is a speaker, author, and leader whose work focuses on underserved communities and making the system work for every child. She is devoted to eliminating achievement gaps and ending what she terms “failure as a default”. Her motto is “All children can learn . . . Period.” Dr. Hill began her career teaching thirty-one kindergarten students in Peoria

Dec 23, 2024 • 31:03

Marc-Oliver Gewaltig—Thesify.ai: Scholarly Writing in the Age of A.I.

Marc-Oliver Gewaltig—Thesify.ai: Scholarly Writing in the Age of A.I.

Learn more about Thesify at www.Thesify.ai About The Author Marc-Oliver has a Ph.D in physics but quickly switched to neuroscience to understand how our brain processes information. Before co-founding Thesify, Marc-Oliver was senior group leader at the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) and before that Principal Scientist at the Honda Research Institute Europe in Germany.

Dec 16, 2024 • 29:27

Barbara Blackburn—Rigor in the 6-12 Math and Science Classroom: A Teacher Toolkit

Barbara Blackburn—Rigor in the 6-12 Math and Science Classroom: A Teacher Toolkit

Get the book, Rigor in the 6-12 Math and Science Classroom: A Teacher Toolkit Download the Sample Science Structured Writing Guide Download the Sample Mathematics Structured Writing Guide Download the Flesh It Out Math Handout Download the Flesh It Out Science Handout About The Author Barbara Blackburn, PhD is the author of more than 35 books and a full-time consultant who works with schools around the world to help raise the level of rigor and motivation for professional educators and students

Dec 9, 2024 • 26:48

Carl Hendrick—How Learning Happens: Seminal Works in Educational Psychology and What They Mean in Practice

Carl Hendrick—How Learning Happens: Seminal Works in Educational Psychology and What They Mean in Practice

Get the book, How Learning Happens: Seminal Works in Educational Psychology and What They Mean in Practice Follow Carl on X @C_Hendrick About The Author Carl Hendrick is Professor at Academica University of Applied Sciences in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, where he translates research findings into practical teaching strategies. He taught English at the secondary level for 18 years, and holds a PhD in education from King's College London. He is the author of three books.

Dec 2, 2024 • 37:24

Vickie Echols—AI for School Leaders: 62 Ways To Lighten Your Workload and Focus On What Matters

Vickie Echols—AI for School Leaders: 62 Ways To Lighten Your Workload and Focus On What Matters

Get the book, AI for School Leaders: 62 Ways To Lighten Your Workload and Focus On What Matters Visit Vickie's website, www.VickieEchols.com About The Author Vickie Echols is a veteran educator who has served as a K-12 and university teacher, elementary principal and district communication director during her career in public education. She currently serves as a school transformation coach for the nonprofit Wellness for Educators. She is the author of AI for School Leaders: 62 Ways To Lighten Y

Nov 25, 2024 • 27:26

Joshua Starr—Equity-Based Leadership: Leveraging Complexity to Transform School Systems

Joshua Starr—Equity-Based Leadership: Leveraging Complexity to Transform School Systems

Get the book, Equity-Based Leadership: Leveraging Complexity to Transform School Systems Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn About The Author Dr. Joshua Starr is an experienced educational leader who has served as the Managing Partner of the Center for Model Schools, the CEO of PDK International, and as superintendent in Montgomery County, Maryland and Stamford, Connecticut. He is a graduate of the Harvard Urban Superintendents' program. He is the author of Equity-Based Leadership: Leveraging Comp

Nov 18, 2024 • 26:59

Larry Thompson—Responsibility-Centered Discipline: Keeping Students on the Path of Accountability

Larry Thompson—Responsibility-Centered Discipline: Keeping Students on the Path of Accountability

Get the book, Responsibility-Centered Discipline: Keeping Students on the Path of Accountability Visit Larry's Website, www.GivemFive.com About The Author Larry Thompson is the creator of Responsibility-Centered Discipline, as well as Responsibility-Centered Leadership and Responsibility-Centered Parenting. A popular speaker, author, and thought leader, he has worked with thousands of educators, leaders, and parents across the US and internationally. He is a former state principal of the year.

Nov 11, 2024 • 34:55

Natalie Wexler—Beyond the Science of Reading: Connecting Literacy Instruction to the Science of Learning

Natalie Wexler—Beyond the Science of Reading: Connecting Literacy Instruction to the Science of Learning

Visit Natalie's Website, www.NatalieWexler.com  Follow Natalie on X @natwexler About The Author Natalie Wexler is an education journalist whose work has appeared in The New York Times, The Atlantic, and the Washington Post. She is the coauthor of The Writing Revolution 2.0. She is the author of The Knowledge Gap: The Hidden Cause of America's Broken Education System and How To Fix It, and the new book, Beyond the Science of Reading, Connecting Literacy Instruction to the Science of L

Nov 4, 2024 • 25:28

Barbara Blackburn—Scaffolding for Success: Helping Learners Meet Rigorous Expectations Across The Curriculum

Barbara Blackburn—Scaffolding for Success: Helping Learners Meet Rigorous Expectations Across The Curriculum

Get the book, Scaffolding for Success: Helping Learners Meet Rigorous Expectations Across The Curriculum Visit Barbara's website www.BarbaraBlackburnOnline.com Vote Barbara Blackburn for The Best Global Education Guru 2025 About The Author Barbara Blackburn, PhD is the author of more than 35 books and a full-time consultant who works with schools around the world to help raise the level of rigor and motivation for professional educators and students alike. Dr. Blackburn has been repeat

Oct 28, 2024 • 22:04

Nason Lollar—The Five Principles of Educator Professionalism: Rebuilding Trust in Schools

Nason Lollar—The Five Principles of Educator Professionalism: Rebuilding Trust in Schools

Get the book, The Five Principles of Educator Professionalism: Rebuilding Trust in Schools Follow Dr. Lollar on X @NasonLollar About The Author Dr. Nason Lollar has more than 24 years of experience in the field of education. Nason has served as a high school math and social studies teacher baseball coach an assistant principal and currently as a lead principal and he holds a doctorate In education from William Carey University, and in 2023, he was honored by the Mississippi Association

Oct 21, 2024 • 30:58

Tom Hierck & Alex Kajitani—You're A Teacher Now! What's Next?

Tom Hierck & Alex Kajitani—You're A Teacher Now! What's Next?

Get the book, You're A Teacher Now! What's Next? Visit Alex' Website, www.AlexKajitani.com Visit Tom's Website, www.TomHierck.com About The Author Tom Hierck has been an educator since 1983 in a career that has spanned all grade levels and many roles in public education, including teacher, administrator, district leader, department of education project leader, and  executive director. A prolific author and consultant, his expertise in RTI, MTSS, intervention, assessment, and other topi

Oct 14, 2024 • 27:31

Chris Joffe—All Clear: Lessons From A Decade of Managing School Crises

Chris Joffe—All Clear: Lessons From A Decade of Managing School Crises

Get the book, All Clear: Lessons From A Decade of Managing School Crises Visit Chris' Website, www.ChrisJoffe.com About The Author Chris Joffe is the founder of Joffe Emergency Services, where he works with more than 2000 schools across the US, with about 650 employees across 34 states. He served as an EMS first responder, studied paramedicine at UCLA, and holds a Master's in Technology, Business, and Integrated Design from the University of Southern California.

Oct 7, 2024 • 27:31

Holly Geyer—Ending the Crisis: Mayo Clinic's Guide to Opioid Addiction and Safe Opioid Use

Holly Geyer—Ending the Crisis: Mayo Clinic's Guide to Opioid Addiction and Safe Opioid Use

Get the book, Ending the Crisis: Mayo Clinic's Guide to Opioid Addiction and Safe Opioid Use About The Author Dr. Holly Geyer, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist at Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Arizona and the physician lead of the MCA Opioid Stewardship Program, and chairs the ‘School Training Overdose Preparedness and Intelligence Taskforce’ (STOP-IT), a 60+ member multidisciplinary working group charged with developing a comprehensive and sustainable school opioid overdose prepara

Sep 30, 2024 • 23:39

Jim Marshall—Fixing Education Initiatives In Crisis: 24 Go-To Strategies

Jim Marshall—Fixing Education Initiatives In Crisis: 24 Go-To Strategies

Get the book, Fixing Education Initiatives in Crisis: 24 Go-to Strategies Visit Jim's Website www.JamesMMarshall.com About The Author James Marshall, PhD is Professor of Educational Leadership at San Diego State University, where he serves as the Senior Director for the Ed.D. program in PK-12 School Leadership. With over 200 publications to his credit, Dr. Marshall’s scholarship encompasses a diverse range of works that include empirical research, program evaluation efforts, and policy

Sep 23, 2024 • 29:06

Zach Groshell—Just Tell Them: The Art and Science of Explanation

Zach Groshell—Just Tell Them: The Art and Science of Explanation

Get the book, Just Tell Them: The Art and Science of Explanation Visit Zach's website, www.EducationRickshaw.com Follow Zach on X @mrzachg About The Author Zach Groshell, PhD is a former teacher, author, and consultant who brings the science of learning into schools. He is the host of the Progressively Incorrect podcast, and a frequent presenter at ResearchEd and other conferences around the world.   This episode of Principal Center Radio is sponsored by IXL, the most widely used onli

Sep 16, 2024 • 29:41

Richard DeLorenzo & Roxanne Mourant—Competency-Based Education Ignited: A Transformational Systemwide Approach for Leaders

Richard DeLorenzo & Roxanne Mourant—Competency-Based Education Ignited: A Transformational Systemwide Approach for Leaders

Get the book, Competency-Based Education Ignited: A Transformational Systemwide Approach for Leaders (A critical road map for implementing competency-based learning) Visit the Competency Based Education IGNITED website, www.CBEIgnited.org About The Authors Richard DeLorenzo is an internationally known leader in education and organization restructuring. He is best known for his uniquely comprehensive grassroots approach to reinventing school systems to meet the needs of all learners. H

Sep 9, 2024 • 30:41

Alyssa Gallagher—Embracing MESSY Leadership: How the Experience of 20,000 School Leaders Can Transform You and Your School

Alyssa Gallagher—Embracing MESSY Leadership: How the Experience of 20,000 School Leaders Can Transform You and Your School

Get the book, Embracing MESSY Leadership: How the Experience of 20,000 School Leaders Can Transform You and Your School Visit the BTS Spark Website, www.BTSSpark.org About The Author Alyssa Gallagher co-leads BTS Spark America, helping American and Canadian school leaders to access leadership coaching. Alyssa has broad-ranging experience, serving as teacher, school principal and Assistant Superintendent. Under Alyssa’s guidance, Los Altos School District became a nationally recognised

Sep 2, 2024 • 24:00

Peter DeWitt & Michael Nelson— Leading With Intention: How School Leaders Can Unlock Deeper Collaboration and Drive Results

Peter DeWitt & Michael Nelson— Leading With Intention: How School Leaders Can Unlock Deeper Collaboration and Drive Results

Visit the Instructional Leadership Collective website www.instructionalleadershipcollective.com Follow Mike on X @SuitguyMike Follow Peter on X @PeterMDeWitt About The Authors Dr. Peter DeWitt is the founder and CEO of the Instructional Leadership Collective. He hosts the Education Week blog Finding Common Ground and is the author of 9 books.   Michael Nelson is a past president of the Washington Association of School Administrators, and an award-winning principal and superintendent.

Aug 26, 2024 • 31:45

John Almarode—The Illustrated Guide to Visible Learning

John Almarode—The Illustrated Guide to Visible Learning

Get the book, The Illustrated Guide to Visible Learning: An Introduction to What Works Best In Schools About The Author Dr. John Almarode is a bestselling author and an Associate Professor of Education at James Madison University, where he holds the Sarah Miller Luck Endowed Professorship. He received an Outstanding Faculty Award from the State Council for Higher Education in Virginia in 2021. Before his academic career, John started as a mathematics and science teacher in Augusta Coun

Aug 19, 2024 • 29:51

Justin Baeder—How To Get Into Classrooms 500 Times This School Year

Justin Baeder—How To Get Into Classrooms 500 Times This School Year

Download the PDF "How Instructional Leaders Change Teacher Practice" at www.principalcenter.com/3roles Read a sample chapter and learn more about Now We're Talking at www.solutiontree.com/21days Read the article "Classroom Walkthrough FAQ for Instructional Leaders" at https://principalcenter.com/faq Start your free trial of Repertoire at www.principalcenter.com/repertoire About Justin Baeder PhD Justin Baeder, PhD. is author of Now We're Talking! 21 Days to High-Performance Instructio

Aug 12, 2024 • 25:48

Heather Bell-Williams & Justin Baeder—Mapping Professional Practice: How To Develop Instructional Frameworks to Support Teacher Growth—Using Framework Thinking

Heather Bell-Williams & Justin Baeder—Mapping Professional Practice: How To Develop Instructional Frameworks to Support Teacher Growth—Using Framework Thinking

Get the book Mapping Professional Practice: How to Develop Instructional Frameworks to Support Teacher Growth Contact Heather Bell-Williams via email at ConsultHBW@gmail.com About The Authors Heather Bell-Williams is an experienced teacher, school administrator and consultant, with over 30 years of expertise to bring to her role as Coach and Consultant. Heather holds three bachelor’s degrees in arts and education from York University in Toronto and a Masters of Education in Leadership

Aug 5, 2024 • 27:46

Dr. Amy Baeder: Standards-Based PBL

Dr. Amy Baeder: Standards-Based PBL

Visit Amy's Website, www.amybaeder.com Download the PBL Roadmap for School and District Leaders Learn More about The Project-Based Learning Curriculum Developer Certification Program About Dr. Amy Baeder Dr Amy Baeder is an independent education consultant supporting instructional excellence through project-based learning. Dr. Baeder is the Director of the Project-Based Learning Network, which supports teachers across the United States and 43 countries.

Jul 30, 2024 • 30:03

John Mighton—All Things Being Equal: Why Math Is the Key to a Better World

John Mighton—All Things Being Equal: Why Math Is the Key to a Better World

Get the book, All Things Being Equal: Why Math Is the Key to a Better World Visit the JUMP Math USA website, www.jumpmath.org Read the New York Times Article "A Better Way to Teach Math" About The Author John Mighton is a playwright, mathematician, author and the founder of JUMP Math, a charity dedicated to helping people fulfil their potential in math. He is the author of three bestselling books, and has been recognized as an Ashoka Fellow, awarded five honorary doctorates for his life

Jul 22, 2024 • 27:05

Joe Davis—The Generous Leader: 7 Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone’s Gain

Joe Davis—The Generous Leader: 7 Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone’s Gain

Get the book, The Generous Leader: 7 Ways to Give of Yourself For Everyone's Gain Visit Joe's Website, www.JoeDavis.com About The Author Joe Davis is Managing Director and Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group, where he's had a successful career spanning more than 40 years, ultimately leading more than 7,000 people as head of BCG in North America. He currently serves as Chair of BCG’s Center for Inclusion and Equity, as well as chair of the Board of Trustees at his alma mater, Whitm

Jul 15, 2024 • 22:30

Nicholas Dirks— City of Intellect: The Uses and Abuses of the University

Nicholas Dirks— City of Intellect: The Uses and Abuses of the University

Get the book, City of Intellect: The Uses and Abuses of the University Visit Nicholas' Website www.nicholasbdirks.com About The Author Nicholas B. Dirks, PhD is President and CEO of The New York Academy of Sciences, one of the oldest and most esteemed scientific organizations in the United States. He is a Professor of History and Anthropology at University of California, Berkeley and an award-winning author of eight books, including the book City of Intellect: The Uses and Abuses of the

Jul 8, 2024 • 29:25

Elizabeth Grant—Deliberative Policymaking: Redesigning How We Make Education Policy

Elizabeth Grant—Deliberative Policymaking: Redesigning How We Make Education Policy

Get the book, Deliberative Policymaking: Redesigning How We Make Education Policy About The Author Dr. Elizabeth Grant is the Superintendent of the Salt Lake City School District and former associate professor of education at George Washington University’s Graduate School of Education and Human Development. She holds an MEd from Harvard and a Master's in Sociology and a PhD in Education Policy from Stanford University.

Jul 1, 2024 • 29:22

Barbara Blackburn—Rigor in the ELA & Social Studies Classroom

Barbara Blackburn—Rigor in the ELA & Social Studies Classroom

Get the book, Rigor in the 6–12 ELA and Social Studies Classroom: A Teacher Toolkit Get the book, Rigor in the K–5 ELA and Social Studies Classroom: A Teacher Toolkit Visit Barbara's website, www.BarbaraBlackburnOnline.com Follow Barbara on X @barbblackburn About The Author Barbara Blackburn, PhD is the author of 35 books and a full-time consultant who works with schools around the world to help raise the level of rigor and motivation for professional educators and students alike. Dr. B

Jun 24, 2024 • 26:32

F. Joseph Merlino & Deborah Pomeroy—New Era - New Urgency: The Case for Repurposing Education

F. Joseph Merlino & Deborah Pomeroy—New Era - New Urgency: The Case for Repurposing Education

Get the book, New Era - New Urgency: The Case for Repurposing Education Visit the New Era - New Urgency Website About The Author F. Joseph Merlino is President of The 21st Century Partnership for STEM Education, a Philadelphia area non-profit research and action organization he co-founded in 2007. For the past 35 years, he has served as the principal investigator or director of many National Science Foundation, U.S Department of Education, and U.S. Agency for International Development p

Jun 17, 2024 • 30:59

Erik Francis—Inquiring Minds Want To Learn: Posing Good Questions To Promote Student Inquiry

Erik Francis—Inquiring Minds Want To Learn: Posing Good Questions To Promote Student Inquiry

Get the book, Inquiring Minds Want To Learn: Posing Good Questions To Promote Student Inquiry Visit Erik's Website, MaverikEducation.com Follow Erik on X @maverikedu12 About The Author Erik Francis an international author and presenter with over 25 years of experience working in education as a classroom teacher, a site administrator, an education program specialist with a state education agency, and a trainer who produces and provides professional development for teachers and school lea

Jun 10, 2024 • 31:53

Jen Schwanke—The Principal’s Guide to Conflict Management

Jen Schwanke—The Principal’s Guide to Conflict Management

Get the book, The Principal’s Guide to Conflict Management Visit Jen's Website, JenSchwanke.com About The Author Jen Schwanke, Ed.D., is a longtime educator, teaching and leading at all levels. She is the author of four ASCD books, including the just-released, The Principal’s Guide to Conflict Management. She has written and presented for multiple state and local education organizations, and has provided professional development to various districts in the areas of school climate, perso

Jun 3, 2024 • 28:36

Debbie Zacarian—Transforming Schools for Multilingual Learners: A Comprehensive Guide for Educators

Debbie Zacarian—Transforming Schools for Multilingual Learners: A Comprehensive Guide for Educators

Get the book, Transforming Schools for Multilingual Learners: A Comprehensive Guide for Educators Visit Debbie's website, www.ZacarianConsulting.com Contact Debbie via email  About The Author Dr. Debbie Zacarian is the founder of Zacarian & Associates, where she provides professional development, strategic planning, and technical assistance for K-16 educators of culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Debbie has worked with numerous state and local education agencies and

May 28, 2024 • 30:52

James Stronge—Qualities of Effective Principals

James Stronge—Qualities of Effective Principals

Get the book, Qualities of Effective Principals About The Author James Stronge, PhD is the Heritage Professor of Education in the School of Education at William & Mary, in Williamsburg, Virginia and the President and CEO of Stronge and Associates Educational Consulting. His research interests include policy and practice related to teacher quality and effectiveness, teacher and administrator evaluation, and teacher selection. He has worked extensively with state departments of educat

May 20, 2024 • 30:20

Kim Strobel—Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy

Kim Strobel—Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy

Get the book, Teach Happy: Small Steps to Big Joy Download the Gratitude Tracker  About The Author Kim Strobel is an internationally-known motivational speaker for educators and organizations and travels the globe sharing the impact of happiness on teacher well-being and student achievement.     This episode of Principal Center Radio is sponsored by IXL, the most widely used online learning and teaching platform for K-12. Discover the power of data-driven instruction in your school wit

May 13, 2024 • 29:41

Jim Marshall—Right From the Start: The Essential Guide to Implementing School Initiatives

Jim Marshall—Right From the Start: The Essential Guide to Implementing School Initiatives

Get the book, Right From The Start: The Essential Guide to Implementing School Initiatives Visit James' Website www.JamesMMarshall.com About The Author James Marshall, PhD is Professor of Educational Leadership at San Diego State University, where he serves as the Senior Director for the Ed.D. program in PK-12 School Leadership. With over 200 publications to his credit, Dr. Marshall’s scholarship encompasses a diverse range of works that include empirical research, program evaluation ef

May 6, 2024 • 36:57

Allison Rodman—Still Learning: Strengthening Professional and Organizational Capacity

Allison Rodman—Still Learning: Strengthening Professional and Organizational Capacity

Get the book, Still Learning: Strengthening Professional and Organizational Learning Visit the Learning Loop website, www.TheLearningLoop.com About The Author Allison Rodman is the Founder and Chief Learning Officer of The Learning Loop, and is an ASCD Faculty Member. Her work focuses on adult learners, and she has written for Educational Leadership, Education Week's Classroom Q&A, and Edutopia.​ Allison brings experience as a teacher, instructional coach, school leader, director of

Apr 29, 2024 • 29:37

James Stronge—Qualities of Effective Teachers

James Stronge—Qualities of Effective Teachers

Get the book, Qualities of Effective Teachers About The Author James Stronge, PhD is the Heritage Professor of Education in the School of Education at William & Mary, in Williamsburg, Virginia and the President and CEO of Stronge and Associates Educational Consulting. His research interests include policy and practice related to teacher quality and effectiveness, teacher and administrator evaluation, and teacher selection. He has worked extensively with state departments of educatio

Apr 22, 2024 • 31:18

Tom Willis—The Great Engagement: How CEOs Create Exceptional Cultures

Tom Willis—The Great Engagement: How CEOs Create Exceptional Cultures

Get the book, The Great Engagement: How CEOs Create Exceptional Cultures Visit the PheonixPerform website www. PhoenixPerform.com/principalcenter About The Author Tom Willis is a former classroom teacher and superintendent, and is cofounder of Phoenix Performance Partners, where he helps leaders create exceptional organizational cultures. He has previously worked as an engineer at Intel and as a consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers, and he's the author, with Brad Zimmerman, of The Great

Apr 15, 2024 • 32:29

Tim Cusack & Vince Bustamante—Leader Ready: Four Pathways to Prepare Aspiring School Leaders

Tim Cusack & Vince Bustamante—Leader Ready: Four Pathways to Prepare Aspiring School Leaders

Get the book, Leader Ready: Four Pathways to Prepare Aspiring School Leaders on Amazon Get the book, Leader Ready: Four Pathways to Prepare Aspiring School Leaders on Corwin (US) Get the book, Leader Ready: Four Pathways to Prepare Aspiring School Leaders on Corwin (CAN)  Visit Tim's Website, www.TimothyCusack.com Follow Tim on X @CusackTim Visit Vince's Website, www.VinceBustamante.com  Follow Vince on X @VinceBusta About The Authors Tim Cusack, EdD has more than 30 years of experience

Apr 8, 2024 • 23:10

Tommy Floyd—National Archery in the Schools Program

Tommy Floyd—National Archery in the Schools Program

Visit the National Archery in the Schools Program website, NASPSchools.org About Dr. Tommy Floyd Dr. Tommy Floyd is the President of the National Archery in the Schools Program. Tommy served as a teacher, principal, and superintendent in public education in Kentucky schools for over 30 years. Tommy was hired in 2015 to serve as NASP®’s first Vice President and General Manager.  He is now the second President since the inception of NASP® in 2002.   This episode of Principal Center Radio

Apr 1, 2024 • 25:50

Adam Stolzer—Instructional Leader Visibility & Presence

Adam Stolzer—Instructional Leader Visibility & Presence

Follow Adam on X @CornhuskerChats About Adam Stolzer Adam Stolzer is principal of Burwell Junior/Senior High School in Burwell, NE. Currently in his 2nd year as principal, he has been extraordinarily intentional about his approach to instructional leadership.

Mar 25, 2024 • 27:41

Ari Gerzon-Kessler—On the Same Team: Bringing Educators and Underrepresented Families Together

Ari Gerzon-Kessler—On the Same Team: Bringing Educators and Underrepresented Families Together

Get the book, On the Same Team: Bringing Educators and Underrepresented Families Together Visit Ari's Solution Tree page www.SolutionTree.com/ari/ Connect with Ari Gerzon-Kessler or access Families and Educators Together Consulting resources About the Author Ari Gerzon-Kessler leads the Family Partnerships department for the Boulder Valley School District (Colorado). He is also an educational consultant working with school districts committed to forging stronger school-family partnershi

Mar 18, 2024 • 29:09

Priten Shah—AI and the Future of Education: Teaching in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Priten Shah—AI and the Future of Education: Teaching in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Get the book, AI and the Future of Education: Teaching in the Age of Artificial Intelligence Follow Priten on X @pritenhshah Visit Priten's website www.PritenShah.com Visit the Pedagogy.Cloud website, www.pedagogy.cloud Find Pedagogy.Cloud on Instagram About the Author Priten Shah is a serial entrepreneur whose projects aim to drive change and innovation in education. He holds a B.A. in Philosophy from Harvard College and an M.ED. in Education Policy and Management from Harvard Graduate

Mar 11, 2024 • 23:46

Daniel Bauer: The Remarkable Vision Formula: A Guided School Leader Retreat

Daniel Bauer: The Remarkable Vision Formula: A Guided School Leader Retreat

Get the book, The Remarkable Vision Formula: A Guided School Leader Retreat (The School Leadership Success Series) Visit the Better Leaders Better Schools website www.betterleadersbetterschools.com About the Author Daniel Bauer is a principal development and retention expert, a bestselling author of four books and the host of two of the world's most downloaded podcasts in 2015.He founded Better Leaders, Better Schools. To transform how school leaders experience professional learning by

Mar 4, 2024 • 39:11

Tom Schimmer—Redefining Student Accountability A Proactive Approach to Teaching Behavior Outside the Gradebook

Tom Schimmer—Redefining Student Accountability A Proactive Approach to Teaching Behavior Outside the Gradebook

Get the book, Redefining Student Accountability: A Proactive Approach to Teaching Behavior Outside the Gradebook Follow Tom on X @tomschimmer About the Author Tom Schimmer is an author and a speaker with expertise in assessment, grading, leadership, and behavioral support. An educator for more than 20 years, Tom is a former district-level leader, school administrator, and teacher. As a district-level leader, he was a member of the senior management team responsible for overseeing the ef

Feb 26, 2024 • 45:47

Jean Eddy—Crisis-Proofing Today's Learners: Reimagining Career Education to Prepare Kids for Tomorrow's World

Jean Eddy—Crisis-Proofing Today's Learners: Reimagining Career Education to Prepare Kids for Tomorrow's World

Get the book, Crisis-Proofing Today's Learners: Reimagining Career Education to Prepare Kids for Tomorrow's World Visit the American Student Assistance website, www.ASA.org About the Author Jean Eddy is the president and CEO of American Student Assistance, where she has pivoted ASA from a sixty-five-year history of helping students with college financing and repayment options to a new focus of helping students discover potential career paths earlier in their education journey, before fi

Feb 19, 2024 • 29:58

James Stronge—Smart from the Start: 100 Tools for Teaching with Confidence

James Stronge—Smart from the Start: 100 Tools for Teaching with Confidence

Get the book, Smart from the Start: 100 Tools for Teaching with Confidence Visit James' website StrongeAndAssociates.com About the Author James Stronge, PhD is the Heritage Professor of Education in the School of Education at William & Mary, in Williamsburg, Virginia and the President and CEO of Stronge and Associates Educational Consulting. His research interests include policy and practice related to teacher quality and effectiveness, teacher and administrator evaluation, and teac

Feb 12, 2024 • 33:49

Daman Harris—The Antiracist School Leader: What to Know, Say, and Do

Daman Harris—The Antiracist School Leader: What to Know, Say, and Do

Get the book, The Antiracist School Leader: What to Know, Say, and Do Visit the BONDCast website Follow Daman on X @daman_harris About the Author Daman Harris, PhD has been a public educator for a quarter of a century, currently serving as the manager of higher education partnerships for a school district in Maryland. Dr. Harris is also the cofounder and coleader of the Building Our Network of Diversity (BOND) Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making schools better places t

Feb 5, 2024 • 32:39

Carlos Johnson—Power Engage: Seven Power Moves for Building Strong Relationships to Increase Engagement With Students and Parents

Carlos Johnson—Power Engage: Seven Power Moves for Building Strong Relationships to Increase Engagement With Students and Parents

Get the book, Power Engage: Seven Power Moves for Building Strong Relationships to Increase Engagement With Students and Parents Visit Carlos' website, www.CarlosJohnson.org Follow Carlos on X @coachcarlosj About the Author Coach Carlos Johnson is a professional speaker, trainer, author, and school administrator who focuses on school culture and the school-to-home relationship. He's the creator of a systematic approach to building healthy performance-based relationships with all stakeho

Jan 22, 2024 • 28:12

Brenda Yoho—Lead with Two Rules: Feeling Good and Feeling Safe

Brenda Yoho—Lead with Two Rules: Feeling Good and Feeling Safe

Get the book, Lead with Two Rules: Feeling Good and Feeling Safe Visit Brenda's website, www.BrendaYoho.com About the Author Brenda Yoho's career in public education spanned more than 25 years, as a teacher, elementary principal, middle school principal, and director. She provides encouragement and leadership advice at BrendaYoho.com, and coaches and mentors school leaders. She is the author of Lead with Two Rules: Feeling Good and Feeling Safe.

Jan 19, 2024 • 33:17

Don Parker—Be the Driving Force: Leading Your School on the Road to Equity

Don Parker—Be the Driving Force: Leading Your School on the Road to Equity

Get the book, Be the Driving Force: Leading Your School on the Road to Equity Visit Don's website, www.DrDonParker.com Follow Don on X @DrDonParker1 About the Author Dr. Don Parker, is a highly sought-after speaker and professional development provider who specializes in supporting teachers to build trusting relationships with students and improving the culture and climate of schools. Dr. Parker's more than 25 years of experience as an administrator and teacher have provided him with th

Jan 15, 2024 • 32:10

Nancy Flynn—The Principal’s Backpack: Tips and Tools for Managing Yourself (So You Can Manage Everything Else)

Nancy Flynn—The Principal’s Backpack: Tips and Tools for Managing Yourself (So You Can Manage Everything Else)

Get the book, The Principal's Backpack: Tips and Tools for Managing Yourself (So You Can Manage Everything Else)  Visit the LeadersHike website About the Author Nancy Karlin Flynn, EdD, has been an administrator in the Saint Paul Public Schools for twenty-four years, serving as an elementary, junior high, and middle school principal. She is passionate about coaching, mentoring, and reflecting on leadership practice with aspiring principals as well as those with all levels of experience

Jan 8, 2024 • 31:57

Rick Hess—The Great School Rethink

Rick Hess—The Great School Rethink

Get the book, The Great School Rethink Follow Rick on X @rickhess99 About the Author Frederick M. Hess is a senior fellow and the director of education policy studies at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), where he works on K–12 and higher education issues. The author of Education Week’s popular blog “Rick Hess Straight Up,” Dr. Hess is also an executive editor of Education Next. His scholarly and popular writing has appeared in Harvard Education Review, American Politics Quarterly

Dec 18, 2023 • 28:40

Michael Beyer—Pencils Down: Career journeys of educators who left the profession, and what we can learn from the crises in education

Michael Beyer—Pencils Down: Career journeys of educators who left the profession, and what we can learn from the crises in education

Get the book, Pencils Down: Career journeys of educators who left the profession, and what we can learn from the crises in education Connect with Michael on LinkedIn About the Author Michael Beyer was an award-winning, National Board Certified K-12 teacher and principal. He transformed a school on the south side of Chicago, then led the merger of two schools, one being the wealthiest in Chicago and the other in the Cabrini Green housing development. Since leaving education he has worked

Dec 11, 2023 • 23:12

Pablo Muñoz—The Leader’s Algorithm: How a Personal Theory of Action Transforms Your Life, Work, and Relationships

Pablo Muñoz—The Leader’s Algorithm: How a Personal Theory of Action Transforms Your Life, Work, and Relationships

Get the book, The Leader's Algorithm: How a Personal Theory of Action Transforms Your Life, Work, and Relationships Visit Pablo's website, www.TheMunozCompany.com Contact Pablo via email at pablo@themunozcompany.com About the Author Pablo Muñoz is the managing director of Muñoz & Company, an educational and leadership consulting organization. A first-generation high school graduate, Muñoz earned a bachelor's in psychology from Yale University and a master's in educational administra

Nov 27, 2023 • 34:20

Barbara Blackburn—Improving Teacher Morale & Motivation: Leadership Strategies that Build Student Success

Barbara Blackburn—Improving Teacher Morale & Motivation: Leadership Strategies that Build Student Success

Get the book, Improving Teacher Morale & Motivation: Leadership Strategies that Build Student Success Visit Barbara's website www.barbarablackburnonline.com Follow Barbara on X @BarbBlackburn About the Author Barbara Blackburn, PhD is an author and full-time consultant who works with schools around the country to help raise the level of rigor.

Nov 2, 2023 • 38:24

Andrea Terrero Gabbadon—Support and Retain Educators of Color: 6 Principles for Culturally Affirming Leadership

Andrea Terrero Gabbadon—Support and Retain Educators of Color: 6 Principles for Culturally Affirming Leadership

Get the book, Support and Retain Educators of Color: 6 Principles for Culturally Affirming Leadership Visit Andrea's website, www.ILMConsultingGroup.com Follow Andrea on X @AndreaTGabbadon Connect with Andrea on LinkedIn About the Author Andrea Terrero Gabbadon, PhD is a professor of education, professional learning designer and facilitator, and qualitative researcher with a background in teaching and instructional leadership. She is affiliated with Temple University and Swarthmore Coll

Oct 23, 2023 • 31:57

Roni Habib—Happy & Resilient - The Complete Guide to Teaching, Learning and Living

Roni Habib—Happy & Resilient - The Complete Guide to Teaching, Learning and Living

Get the book, Happy & Resilient: The Complete Guide to Joyful Teaching, Learning, and Living  Visit Roni's website, www.eqschools.com Find more resources at www.eqschools.com/resources Follow Roni on X @Roni_Habib About the Author Roni Habib is an expert in helping leaders, educators, and parents become happier, more resilient, more connected to their purpose, and more playful. The founder of EQ Schools, he leads workshops and speaks in organizations nationally and abroad. He holds

Oct 17, 2023 • 29:11

Lauren Porosoff—Teach for Authentic Engagement

Lauren Porosoff—Teach for Authentic Engagement

Get the book, Teach for Authentic Engagement Get the book, EMPOWER Moves for Social-Emotional Learning: Tools and Strategies to Evoke Student Values Follow Lauren on X @LaurenPorosoff Visit the EmpowerForwards website, www.empowerforwards.com/team About the Author Lauren Porosoff is the founder of EmpowerForwards, a collaborative consultancy practice that builds learning communities that truly belong to everyone and where everyone truly belongs. Lauren has 18 years of teaching experienc

Oct 9, 2023 • 29:58

Lisa Rusyniak—Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake Excel Center

Lisa Rusyniak—Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake Excel Center

Visit the Excel Center Website www.goodwillches.org/excel-center/ About the Guest Lisa Rusyniak, CEO of Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake, where she has worked for 26 years

Oct 2, 2023 • 21:07

Nate Levenson & David James—It’s Time for Strategic Scheduling: How to Design Smarter K–12 Schedules That Are Great for Students, Staff, and the Budget

Nate Levenson & David James—It’s Time for Strategic Scheduling: How to Design Smarter K–12 Schedules That Are Great for Students, Staff, and the Budget

Get the book It's Time for Strategic Scheduling: How to Design Smarter K–12 Schedules That Are Great for Students, Staff, and the Budget Visit the New Solutions K12 Website, www.newsolutionsk12.com About the Author Nathan Levenson has served as a school board member, assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction in Harvard, Massachusetts, and superintendent of Arlington, Massachusetts Public Schools. He currently serves as president of New Solutions K12.  David James is managi

Sep 25, 2023 • 28:05

Mitch Weathers—Executive Functions for Every Classroom: Creating Safe & Predictable Learning Environments Grades 3-12

Mitch Weathers—Executive Functions for Every Classroom: Creating Safe & Predictable Learning Environments Grades 3-12

Preorder Executive Functions for Every Classroom: Creating Safe & Predictable Learning Environments Grades 3-12, www.OrganizedBinder.com/Book Visit Mitch's Website, www.OrganizedBinder.com Contact Mitch at Mitch@Organizedbinder.com  Follow Mitch on Twitter @Organizedbinder About the Author Mitch Weathers is the founder and CEO of Organized Binder. A veteran high school science teacher, he pioneered the Organized Binder approach that has helped tens of thousands of students in grades

Sep 18, 2023 • 38:00

Heather Bell-Williams & Justin Baeder—Mapping Professional Practice: How To Develop Instructional Frameworks to Support Teacher Growth

Heather Bell-Williams & Justin Baeder—Mapping Professional Practice: How To Develop Instructional Frameworks to Support Teacher Growth

Get the book Mapping Professional Practice: How to Develop Instructional Frameworks to Support Teacher Growth Contact Heather Bell-Williams via email at ConsultHBW@gmail.com Contact Justin Baeder via email at Justin@Principalcenter.com  About the Authors Heather Bell-Williams is an experienced teacher, school administrator and consultant, with over 30 years of expertise to bring to her role as Coach and Consultant. Heather holds three bachelor’s degrees in arts and education from York U

Sep 11, 2023 • 26:13

Justin Baeder PhD: Accountability For Classroom Walkthroughs

Justin Baeder PhD: Accountability For Classroom Walkthroughs

Learn about the Instructional Leadership Challenge at www.PrincipalCenter.com/challenge  About the Author The Instructional Leadership Challenge was created by Justin Baeder, PhD, Director of The Principal Center. Dr. Baeder has been a full-time author and consultant since 2012. He is the author of Now We're Talking! 21 Days to High-Performance Instructional Leadership (Solution Tree), the leading book on classroom walkthroughs, as well as Mapping Professional Practice: How to Develop I

Aug 28, 2023 • 18:46

Sheryl Cababa—Closing the Loop: Systems Thinking for Designers

Sheryl Cababa—Closing the Loop: Systems Thinking for Designers

Get the book, Closing the Loop: Systems Thinking for Designers Read Sheryl's article on Systems Thinking at www.Substantial.com Find out more about Closing The Loop at Rosenfeld Media Follow Sheryl on Twitter @SherylCababa About the Author Sheryl Cababa is Chief Strategy Officer at Substantial, a human-centered design practice that is focused on systems thinking and evidence-based design, working on everything from robotic surgery experience design to reimagining K-12 education through

Aug 21, 2023 • 24:18

Crystal Frommert—When Calling Parents Isn’t Your Calling: A teacher’s guide to communicating with parents

Crystal Frommert—When Calling Parents Isn’t Your Calling: A teacher’s guide to communicating with parents

Get the book, When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling: A teacher's guide to communicating with parents Visit Crystal's Website, www.CrystalFrommert.com Follow Crystal on Twitter @mrs_frommert About the Author Crystal Frommert, M.Ed, has over 20 years’ experience in education as a teacher, instructional coach, school board member, adjunct college instructor, technology coordinator, and school administrator. She writes for Edutopia, Independent School Management, NAIS's Independent School

Aug 14, 2023 • 18:04

Jay Schroder—Teach From Your Best Self: A Teacher’s Guide to Thriving in the Classroom

Jay Schroder—Teach From Your Best Self: A Teacher’s Guide to Thriving in the Classroom

Get the book, Teach from Your Best Self: A Teacher's Guide to Thriving in the Classroom Visit Jay's website, www.TeachFromYourBestSelf.org Follow Jay on Twitter @jay_schroder About the Author Jay Schroder has taught high school English and social studies for the past twenty-four years in both mainstream and alternative education settings. In 2021, he founded the Teach from Your Best Self Institute, an organization with a mission to support and inspire educators while advancing a new mod

Aug 7, 2023 • 28:01

Robert J Marzano, Brian J Kosena⁠—⁠Leading a Competency-Based Elementary School: The Marzano Academies Model

Robert J Marzano, Brian J Kosena⁠—⁠Leading a Competency-Based Elementary School: The Marzano Academies Model

Get the book, Leading a Competency-Based Elementary School: The Marzano Academies Model Visit the Marzano Academy website Visit the Marzano Resources website, www.marzanoresources.com Follow Brian on Twitter @bjkosena About the Author Brian J. Kosena, EdD, is the founding principal of John E. Flynn a Marzano Academy, and currently serves as Director of Teaching & Learning for Westminster Public Schools. Dr. Kosena has been an educator since 2006, with a background as a principal, in

Jul 31, 2023 • 28:21

Mike Schmoker—Results Now 2.0: The Untapped Opportunities for Swift, Dramatic Gains in Achievement

Mike Schmoker—Results Now 2.0: The Untapped Opportunities for Swift, Dramatic Gains in Achievement

Get the book, Results Now 2.0: The Untapped Opportunities for Swift, Dramatic Gains in Achievement Visit Mike's website www.MikeSchmoker.com About the Authors Dr. Mike Schmoker is a former administrator, English teacher, and football coach. He has written dozens of articles for educational journals, newspapers, and TIME magazine as well as multiple books for ASCD. In an EdWeek survey of national educational leaders, he was identified as among the best sources of practical "nuts and bolt

Jul 24, 2023 • 28:04

PJ Caposey & Bryan Wills—Cracking the Coaching Code: Using Personality Archetypes to Maximize Performance

PJ Caposey & Bryan Wills—Cracking the Coaching Code: Using Personality Archetypes to Maximize Performance

Get the book, Cracking the Coaching Code: Using Personality Archetypes to Maximize Performance Visit PJ's website, www.PJCaposey.com/ Follow PJ on Twitter @MCUSDSupe About the Authors Dr. PJ Caposey is the Illinois Superintendent of the Year, a sought-after speaker and consultant, and the author of numerous articles and 9 books.  Dr. Bryan Wills is a chiropractor, entrepreneur, executive coach, and keynote speaker who helps people chase after their dreams.

Jul 17, 2023 • 28:23

Lisa Lande—Engagement by Design: Creating Learning Environments Where Students Thrive

Lisa Lande—Engagement by Design: Creating Learning Environments Where Students Thrive

Get the book, Engagement by Design: Creating Learning Environments Where Students Thrive Visit the Quaglia Institute website, www.QuagliaInstitute.org   About the Author Lisa Lande, is Director of International Programs at the Quaglia Institute for School Voice & Aspirations, and is the co-author of Engagement by Design: Creating Learning Environments Where Students Thrive

Jul 10, 2023 • 26:05

Bryan Goodwin and Kris Rouleau—The New Classroom Instruction That Works: The Best Research-Based Strategies for Increasing Student Achievement

Bryan Goodwin and Kris Rouleau—The New Classroom Instruction That Works: The Best Research-Based Strategies for Increasing Student Achievement

Get the book, The New Classroom Instruction That Works: The Best Research-Based Strategies for Increasing Student Achievement Visit the McREL website, www.McREL.org Follow Bryan on Twitter @BryanRGoodwin Follow Kris on Twitter @KrisRouleau  About the Authors Bryan Goodwin is President & CEO of McREL International,   Kris Rouleau is Vice President of Learning Services and they are the co-authors together of The New Classroom Instruction That Works: The Best Research-Based Strategies for

Jul 3, 2023 • 28:35

Gail Markin—Beyond Self-Care: Leading a Systemic Approach to Well-Being for Educators

Gail Markin—Beyond Self-Care: Leading a Systemic Approach to Well-Being for Educators

Get the book, Beyond Self Care: Leading a Systemic Approach to Well-Being for Educators Visit Gail's website, www.GailMarkin.ca Follow Gail on Twitter @MarkinGail Visit the Beyond Self-Care Facebook Page About the Author Gail Markin is a counsellor, teacher, author and speaker who is committed to promoting well-being in the education workplace. She now works as an educational consultant helping educational leaders to embed and support well-being in their workplaces.

Jun 26, 2023 • 24:51

Dr. David Franklin—Advice from the Principal’s Desk: 5 Pillars of School Leadership

Dr. David Franklin—Advice from the Principal’s Desk: 5 Pillars of School Leadership

Get the book, Advice from the Principal's Desk: 5 Pillars of School Leadership Follow David on Twitter @SFPrincipal  About the Author Dr. David Franklin is an award winning school administrator, education professor, curriculum designer, presenter, consultant. He holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from California State University, East Bay, and serves as Adjunct  Professor of Education for Colorado State University.  He is also a Marzano Research fellow trained in High Reliabilit

Jun 12, 2023 • 23:14

JP Frame—School-Wide Progressive Discipline Model

JP Frame—School-Wide Progressive Discipline Model

Get the book, The School-Wide Progressive Discipline Model Contact JP via email @jp.frame@hotmail.com About the Author JP Frame holds a Master's in Guidance Counseling and serves as a behavior interventionist at the high school level, and more than 24 years of experience at the elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Jun 5, 2023 • 29:52

Michael Lehan—Supporting Student Athletes

Michael Lehan—Supporting Student Athletes

Visit the IMG Academy Website, www.IMGAcademy.com Read The74's Article about Michael's Work  About Michael Lehan Dr. Michael Lehan is Head of School at IMG Academy. A former NFL cornerback with the Miami Dolphins and Cleveland Browns, he served as principal of Osseo Senior High School, which then became ranked as one of "The Best High schools" in the nation by US News & World Report, and was subsequently named Minnesota High School Principal of the Year and served as assistant superinten

May 29, 2023 • 20:44

Douglas Reeves—Fearless Coaching: Resilience and Results from the Classroom to the Boardroom

Douglas Reeves—Fearless Coaching: Resilience and Results from the Classroom to the Boardroom

Get the book, Fearless Coaching: Resilience and Results from the Classroom to the Boardroom Follow Doug on Twitter @douglasreeves Visit the Creative Leadership website About the Author Douglas Reeves, PhD is the founder of Creative Leadership Solutions. The author of more than 30 books and 100 articles on leadership and organizational effectiveness, he has worked in all 50 US states and more than 20 countries around the world. He has been recognized by NASSP, NSDC, the Australian Council

May 23, 2023 • 28:09

Bradley James Davies—School Leadership from A to Z: How to Lead Well Without Losing Your Way

Bradley James Davies—School Leadership from A to Z: How to Lead Well Without Losing Your Way

Get the book, School Leadership from A to Z: How to Lead Well Without Losing Your Way Visit James' Website www.BradleyJamesDavies.com Follow James on Instagram @Bradley.James.Davies  About the Author Bradley James Davies is an executive leadership coach, author, and speaker with more than two decades of experience as a teacher, coach, and elementary, middle, and high school principal.

May 15, 2023 • 19:32

Julie Causton—The Way to Inclusion: How Leaders Create Schools Where Every Student Belongs

Julie Causton—The Way to Inclusion: How Leaders Create Schools Where Every Student Belongs

Get the book, The Way to Inclusion: How Leaders Create Schools Where Every Student Belongs Visit the Inclusive Schooling website, www.InclusiveSchooling.com/PR Find Inclusive Schooling on Facebook Follow Inclusive Schooling on Instagram @InclusiveSchooling Find Inclusive Schooling on LinkedIn About the Author Dr. Julie Causton is a bestselling author, inspiring speaker, and inclusive education advocate. The founder and CEO of Inclusive Schooling, she is a former tenured professor in the

May 8, 2023 • 26:00

Lori Cohen—The PD Book: 7 Habits that Transform Professional Development

Lori Cohen—The PD Book: 7 Habits that Transform Professional Development

Get the book, The PD Book: 7 Habits that Transform Professional Development Visit Lori's website, www.LoriCohenConsulting.com Follow Lori on Twitter @consultinglori Follow Lori on Instagram @ConsultingLori Find Lori on LinkedIn About the Author Lori Cohen is an educator, writer, artist, and coach. Through her coaching, consulting, and professional development design and facilitation, Lori works to create the conditions for everyone to thrive. She has written for English Journal, EdWeek,

May 2, 2023 • 36:12

Andrea Gribble—Social Media for Schools: Proven Storytelling Strategies & Ideas to Celebrate Your Students & Staff - While Keeping Your Sanity

Andrea Gribble—Social Media for Schools: Proven Storytelling Strategies & Ideas to Celebrate Your Students & Staff - While Keeping Your Sanity

Get the book, Social Media for Schools: Proven Storytelling Strategies & Ideas to Celebrate Your Students & Staff - While Keeping Your Sanity Visit www.SocialSchool4EDU.com/ Follow Andrea on Twitter @andreagribble About the Author Andrea Gribble has a love for cheering people on, helping them do their best, and shining a spotlight on their accomplishments. As the founder of #SocialSchool4EDU and host of the podcast, Mastering Social Media for Schools, she helps schools recognize their da

Apr 24, 2023 • 29:53

Robert Feirsen & Seth Weitzman—From Conflict to Collaboration: A School Leader’s Guide to Unleashing Conflict’s Problem-Solving Power

Robert Feirsen & Seth Weitzman—From Conflict to Collaboration: A School Leader’s Guide to Unleashing Conflict’s Problem-Solving Power

Get the book, From Conflict to Collaboration: A School Leader's Guide to Unleashing Conflict's Problem-Solving Power Follow Seth on Twitter @SethWeitzman About the Authors Dr. Robert Feirsen has served as an assistant principal, principal, deputy superintendent, and superintendent of schools. He teaches courses in school leadership at Manhattanville College. Dr. Seth Weitzman served 27 years as a principal, totaling three decades of school building administration, all in middle schools.

Apr 17, 2023 • 27:07

Jamie Sears—How to Love Teaching Again: Work Smarter, Beat Burnout, and Watch Your Students Thrive

Jamie Sears—How to Love Teaching Again: Work Smarter, Beat Burnout, and Watch Your Students Thrive

Get the book, How to Love Teaching Again: Work Smarter, Beat Burnout, and Watch Your Students Thrive Visit Jamie's website, www.NotSoWimpyTeacher.com Follow Jamie on Instagram at @NotSoWimpyTeacher About the Author Jamie Sears is a former 3rd grade teacher and creator of “The Not So Wimpy Teacher”, an education blog that spans across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, email, and similarly named podcasts. With half a million teachers and administrators in her tribe, she teaches educators how t

Apr 10, 2023 • 28:41

Andrew Knips & Michael Savoy—Equity in Data: A Framework for What Counts in Schools

Andrew Knips & Michael Savoy—Equity in Data: A Framework for What Counts in Schools

Get the book, Equity in Data: A Framework For What Counts In Schools Follow Andrew on Twitter @AKnips Follow Michael on Twitter @msavoyphd About the Authors Andrew Knips has more than a decade of experience teaching students, leading teams, and coaching leaders in Philadelphia's public, alternative, and charter schools. He is an education leadership coach, executive coach, data consultant, and racial literacy trainer. Previously, he was a high school English teacher and school administra

Apr 4, 2023 • 26:09

Rae Hughart—Teachers Deserve It: What You Deserve. Why You Don’t Have It. And How You Can Go Get It

Rae Hughart—Teachers Deserve It: What You Deserve. Why You Don’t Have It. And How You Can Go Get It

Get the book, Teachers Deserve It: What You Deserve. Why You Don't Have It. And How You Can Go Get It Visit the Teach Better website, www.teachbetter.com Follow Rae on Twitter @RaeHughart About the Author Rae Hughart is a Middle Level Math Educator in Illinois, creator of the Teach Further Model, Instructional Assistant Professor at Illinois State University, and the Director of Training & Development for the Teach Better Team. After being inducted into the Illinois State University Hall

Mar 27, 2023 • 24:04

Cassandra Erkens & Tom Schimmer—Concise Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Assessment and Grading

Cassandra Erkens & Tom Schimmer—Concise Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Assessment and Grading

Get the book Concise Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Assessment and Grading Follow Tom on Twitter @tomschimmer Follow Casandra on Twitter @cerkens Visit the Anam Cara Consulting website www.AnamCaraConsulting.com Visit the All Things Assessment website, AllThingsAssessment.info About the Authors Cassandra Erkens is a presenter, facilitator, coach, trainer of trainers, keynote speaker, author, and above all, a teacher. She presents nationally and internationally on assessment,

Mar 20, 2023 • 34:50

David Price—The Power of Us: How We Connect, Act, and Innovate Together

David Price—The Power of Us: How We Connect, Act, and Innovate Together

Get the book, The Power of Us: How We Connect, Act, and Innovate Together Visit David's website, www.DavidPriceOBE.com About the Author David Price, OBE is an international expert in how organizations of all types learn, innovate and make themselves fit for the future. He is a highly sought-after public speaker, and his work has been praised by countless organizational clients as well as Sir Ken Robinson and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. He is the author of two best-selling books, Open: Ho

Mar 13, 2023 • 30:47

Barbara Oakley & Beth Rogowsky—Uncommon Sense Teaching: Practical Insights in Brain Science to Help Students Learn

Barbara Oakley & Beth Rogowsky—Uncommon Sense Teaching: Practical Insights in Brain Science to Help Students Learn

Get the book, Uncommon Sense Teaching: Practical Insights in Brain Science to Help Students Learn Visit Barbara's website, www.barbaraoakley.com Visit Beth's website www.bethrogowsky.com About the Author Barbara Oakley, PhD, is the bestselling author of A Mind for Numbers and a professor of engineering at Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan. Her research involves bioengineering with an emphasis on neuroscience and cognitive psychology. Dr. Oakley is an internationally recognized exp

Mar 6, 2023 • 37:34

Tom Guskey—Implementing Mastery Learning 3rd Edition

Tom Guskey—Implementing Mastery Learning 3rd Edition

Get the book, Implementing Mastery Learning 3rd Edition Visit Tom's Website, www.TGuskey.com Follow Tom on Twitter @tguskey About the Author Thomas R. Guskey, PhD, is Professor Emeritus in the College of Education at the University of Kentucky. A graduate of the University of Chicago’s renowned Measurement, Evaluation, and Statistical Analysis (MESA) program, he began his career in education as a middle school teacher, served as an administrator in the Chicago Public Schools, and was the

Feb 27, 2023 • 40:12

Eric Carbaugh and Laura McCullough—Building Educator Capacity Through Microcredentials

Eric Carbaugh and Laura McCullough—Building Educator Capacity Through Microcredentials

Get the book, Building Educator Capacity Through Microcredentials Follow Eric on Twitter @emc7x About the Authors Eric M. Carbaugh, PhD, is a full professor in the Department of Middle, Secondary, and Mathematics Education at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, where he instructs both undergraduate and graduate courses. As an educational consultant, he has worked with teachers and leaders at more than 100 schools and districts on a variety of topics related to curriculum,

Feb 20, 2023 • 20:10

Jorge Valenzuela—Raising Equity Through SEL: A Framework for Implementing Trauma-Informed, Culturally Responsive Teaching and Restorative Practices

Jorge Valenzuela—Raising Equity Through SEL: A Framework for Implementing Trauma-Informed, Culturally Responsive Teaching and Restorative Practices

Get the book, Raising Equity Through SEL: A Framework for Implementing Trauma-Informed, Culturally Responsive Teaching and Restorative Practices Visit Jorge's website www.LifelongLearningDefined.com Follow Jorge on Twitter @JorgeDoesPBL Read the article, "Shared Agreements for Working Together Benefit Teachers and Administrators"   About the Authors Jorge Valenzuela is an education coach, author, and advocate with more than two decades of experience as a classroom and online teacher, a cu

Feb 13, 2023 • 28:30

A. Keith Young—The Instructional Coaching Handbook: 200+ Troubleshooting Strategies for Success

A. Keith Young—The Instructional Coaching Handbook: 200+ Troubleshooting Strategies for Success

Get the book, The Instructional Coaching Handbook: 200+ Troubleshooting Strategies for Success Visit Keith's Website www.AKYConsulting.com Follow Keith on Twitter @A_KeithYoung About the Authors Dr. Keith Young is an author, trainer, consultant, and leadership coach, with experience as a school principal and English and Math teacher in Colorado, Arizona, and Puerto Rico. Keith trains and coaches administrators, teacher coaches, and school leadership teams around the world through his comp

Feb 6, 2023 • 28:21

AJ Crabill—Great On Their Behalf: Why School Boards Fail, How Yours Can Become Effective

AJ Crabill—Great On Their Behalf: Why School Boards Fail, How Yours Can Become Effective

Get the first chapter of Great On Their Behalf  Visit AJ's website, www.ajc7.com Follow AJ on Twitter @AJCrabill7 About the Authors AJ Crabill is an author and school governance expert who currently serves as the Conservator of DeSoto ISD in Texas. He has served on the Council of Great City Schools executive committee, the Missouri School Boards Association, as Board Chair of Kansas City Public Schools, and as Deputy Commissioner of the Texas Education Agency.

Jan 30, 2023 • 37:41

Hedreich Nichols—Finding Your Blind Spots: Eight Guiding Principles for Overcoming Implicit Bias in Teaching

Hedreich Nichols—Finding Your Blind Spots: Eight Guiding Principles for Overcoming Implicit Bias in Teaching

Get the book, Finding Your Blind Spots: Eight Guiding Principles for Overcoming Implicit Bias in Teaching Visit Hedreich's website, www.Hedreich.com Follow Hedreich on Twitter @hedreich About the Authors Hedreich Nichols is an author and educational consultant helping teachers and districts amplify the voices of all students. With her Solution Tree title, Finding Your Blind Spots: 8 Guiding Principles to Overcome Implicit Bias in Teaching, Hedreich combines her experience as a “One Black

Dec 19, 2022 • 36:23

Rhonda Roos—The Deliberate and Courageous Principal: Ten Leadership Actions and Skills to Create High-Achieving Schools

Rhonda Roos—The Deliberate and Courageous Principal: Ten Leadership Actions and Skills to Create High-Achieving Schools

Get the book, The Deliberate and Courageous Principal: Ten Leadership Actions and Skills to Create High-Achieving Schools Follow Rhonda on Twitter @DrRhondaRoos Visit Rhonda's website, www.RhondaRoos.com About the Authors Rhonda J. Roos, PhD is an educational speaker who coaches principals, district leaders, and administrative teams in the complex and ever-challenging work of leading schools. A past state middle school principal of the year, Rhonda has served as a central office leader an

Dec 15, 2022 • 28:05

Michael Gaskell—Radical Principals: A Blueprint for Long-Term Equity and Stability at School

Michael Gaskell—Radical Principals: A Blueprint for Long-Term Equity and Stability at School

Get the book, Radical Principals: A Blueprint for Long-Term Equity and Stability at School Follow Mike on Twitter @GaskellMgaskell About the Authors Dr. Michael Gaskell is a veteran middle/upper elementary school principal in East Brunswick, NJ. He writes extensively on school culture, trauma, and educational leadership, and mentors new principals through the Leaders to Leaders program.

Dec 5, 2022 • 29:17

Mike Lahiff—ZeroEyes AI Gun Detection

Mike Lahiff—ZeroEyes AI Gun Detection

Learn more about ZeroEyes on ZeroEyes.com Follow ZeroEyes official Twitter @ZeroEyesAI Listen to Molly Hudgens discuss the mental health aspect of school violence prevention and her book, Saving Sycamore: The School Shooting That Never Happened on Principal Center Radio About Mike Lahiff Mike Lahiff is CEO and co-founder of ZeroEyes, an intelligent video analytics company that uses artificial intelligence with existing security cameras to detect weapons and send alerts to local staff and

Nov 28, 2022 • 23:28

Rebecca Rolland—The Art of Talking with Children: The Simple Keys to Nurturing Kindness, Creativity, and Confidence in Kids

Rebecca Rolland—The Art of Talking with Children: The Simple Keys to Nurturing Kindness, Creativity, and Confidence in Kids

Get the book, The Art of Talking With Children: The Simple Keys To Nurturing Kindness, Creativity, and Confidence In Kids Visit Rebecca's Website, www.RebeccaRolland.com Follow Rebecca on Twitter @Rolland_rg About the Authors Dr. Rebecca Rolland is a lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and is on the faculty at the Harvard Medical School. She also serves as an oral and written language specialist in the Neurology Department of Boston Children's Hospital and as an advisor i

Oct 31, 2022 • 21:35

Jane Kise & Ann Holm—Educator Bandwidth: How to Reclaim Your Energy, Passion, and Time

Jane Kise & Ann Holm—Educator Bandwidth: How to Reclaim Your Energy, Passion, and Time

Get the book, Educator Bandwidth: How to Reclaim Your Energy, Passion, and Time Visit the ASCD Website and Take the Educator Bandwidth Survey Visit Jane's Website www.JaneKise.com Visit Ann's Website www.AnnHolm.net Follow Jane on Twitter @JaneKise Follow Ann on Twitter @AnnHolmNet About the Authors Dr. Jane Kise is founder of Differentiated Coaching Associates, has worked as a consultant for 30 years, specializing in executive and instructional coaching and professional development. She

Oct 17, 2022 • 24:14

Joy Kelly—Handle with Care: Managing Difficult Situations in Schools with Dignity and Respect

Joy Kelly—Handle with Care: Managing Difficult Situations in Schools with Dignity and Respect

Get the book, Handle with Care: Managing Difficult Situations in Schools with Dignity and Respect Follow Joy on Twitter @joykelly05 About the Author Joy Kelly has served as a head of school, principal, and teacher for nearly 30 years. She is the co-author with Jimmy Casas of Handle with Care: Managing Difficult Situations in Schools with Dignity and Respect

Oct 10, 2022 • 26:04

Ken O’Connor—Repair Kit for Grading: 15 Fixes for Broken Grades

Ken O’Connor—Repair Kit for Grading: 15 Fixes for Broken Grades

Get the book, Repair Kit for Grading: 15 Fixes for Broken Grades Follow Ken on Twitter @kenoc7 Visit Ken's website www.oconnorgrading.com About the Author Ken O'Connor is an independent consultant known internationally for his work in helping educators communicate about student achievement with grades that are CALM - consistent, accurate, learning-focused and meaningful. He's the author numerous books on grading, including the Repair Kit for Grading: 15 Fixes for Broken Grades, now in its

Sep 26, 2022 • 25:29

Ron Beghetto & Laura McBain—My Favorite Failure: How Setbacks Can Lead To Learning and Growth

Ron Beghetto & Laura McBain—My Favorite Failure: How Setbacks Can Lead To Learning and Growth

Get the book, My Favorite Failure: How Setbacks Can Lead To Learning and Growth Follow Laura on Twitter @Laura_McBain About the Authors Ronald A. Beghetto, PhD is an internationally recognized expert on creative thought and action in educational settings. He holds the Pinnacle West Presidential Chair and serves as a Professor in the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College at Arizona State University. Laura McBain is a designer, educator and the co-director of the K12 lab at the Stanford d.school

Sep 20, 2022 • 22:44

Chester E. Finn, Jr.—Assessing the Nation’s Report Card: Challenges and Choices for NAEP

Chester E. Finn, Jr.—Assessing the Nation’s Report Card: Challenges and Choices for NAEP

Get the book, Assessing the Nation's Report Card: Challenges and Choices for NAEP About the Author Chester E. Finn, Jr. is a distinguished senior fellow and president emeritus at the Thomas B. Fordham Institute and a senior fellow at Stanford University’s Hoover Institution. He has previously served as Professor of Education and Public Policy at Vanderbilt, and was the United States Assistant Secretary of Education for Research and Improvement. He is the author of numerous books on testin

Sep 12, 2022 • 22:47

Jim Henderson—3Q Check-Ins: How To Pay Attention To The People You Can’t Afford To Lose

Jim Henderson—3Q Check-Ins: How To Pay Attention To The People You Can’t Afford To Lose

Get the book, 3Q Check-Ins: How To Pay Attention To The People You Can't Afford To Lose Visit the Humane Resources website About the Author Dr. Jim Henderson is the creator and head coach of the 3Q Check-In System. You may have heard him on This American Life or seen his live stage events with William Paul Young, author of The Shack.

Sep 6, 2022 • 25:10

Gary Orfield & Nicholas Hillman—Civil Rights and Federal Higher Education

Gary Orfield & Nicholas Hillman—Civil Rights and Federal Higher Education

Get the book, Civil Rights and Federal Higher Education About the Authors Nicholas Hillman is a professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where he is also a faculty affiliate with the Institute for Research on Poverty and the La Follette School of Public Affairs. Gary Orfield is Distinguished Research Professor of Education, Law, Political Science & Urban Planning at the University of California, Los Angeles, where he

Aug 22, 2022 • 31:43

Michelle Young, Ann O’Doherty, & Kathleen Cunningham—Redesigning Educational Leadership Preparation for Equity

Michelle Young, Ann O’Doherty, & Kathleen Cunningham—Redesigning Educational Leadership Preparation for Equity

Get the book, Redesigning Educational Leadership Preparation for Equity Follow Michelle on Twitter @mdyounglead Follow Ann on Twitter @annodohertyuw Follow Kathleen on Twitter @katiemwinn About the Authors Michelle D. Young is Dean of the School of Education at Loyola Marymount University. She is a former Executive Director of UCEA. Ann O’Doherty is aTeaching Professor and Director of the Danforth Educational Leadership Program at the University of Washington, and served as a member of Ju

Jul 25, 2022 • 29:51

Dawn Harris—Plan Like A PIRATE: Designing Extraordinary Learning Journeys for Every Student

Dawn Harris—Plan Like A PIRATE: Designing Extraordinary Learning Journeys for Every Student

Get the book, Plan Like A PIRATE: Designing Extraordinary Learning Journeys for Every Student Visit Dawn's website, EducationUndone.com Follow Dawn on Twitter @DHarrisEdS About the Author Dawn Harris is the founder of Education Undone. She is a secondary English Language Arts Educator, Gifted and Talented Teacher, and education speaker, has served as an Associate Professor of Teacher Education. Dawn continually strives to bring authentic and engaging learning experiences to students of al

Jul 18, 2022 • 28:52

Dr. Quintin Shepherd—The Secret to Transformational Leadership

Dr. Quintin Shepherd—The Secret to Transformational Leadership

Get the book, The Secret To Transformational Leadership Follow Dr. Shepherd on Twitter @QShepherd Visit the website TransformationalLeadershipSecret.com  About the Author Quintin Shepherd, PhD has served as a superintendent in 3 states over the past 18 years. A former elementary and high school principal, he is superintendent of Victoria Independent School District in Victoria, Texas.

Jul 11, 2022 • 27:09

Shira Leibowitz—Havens of Hope: Ideas for Redesigning Education from the COVID-19 Pandemic

Shira Leibowitz—Havens of Hope: Ideas for Redesigning Education from the COVID-19 Pandemic

Get the book, Havens of Hope: Ideas for Redesigning Education from the COVID-19 Pandemic Follow Shira on Twitter @shiraleibowitz Visit the Discovery Village website About the Author   Shira Leibowitz, PhD has more than 20 years of experience leading schools from nursery through eighth grade. She is the founder and CEO of Discovery Village, a project- and play-based preschool in Tarrytown, NY. She also supports preschool leaders and education business owners through Revabilities.

Jul 5, 2022 • 28:33

Josh Packard—Mental Health & Gen Z: What Educators Need To Know

Josh Packard—Mental Health & Gen Z: What Educators Need To Know

Get the research study, Mental Health & Gen Z: What Educators Need To Know Visit the Springtide Research Institute website, www.SpringtideResearch.org Follow Springtide Research Institute on Twitter @WeAreSpringtide Follow Josh Packard on Twitter @drjoshpackard About the Author Dr. Josh Packard is a social science researcher and the executive director of Springtide Research Institute. He has a Ph.D. in sociology from Vanderbilt University, and previously taught at the college level.

Jun 27, 2022 • 24:10

Matt Renwick—Leading Like a COACH: 5 Strategies for Supporting Teaching and Learning

Matt Renwick—Leading Like a COACH: 5 Strategies for Supporting Teaching and Learning

Get the book, Leading Like a C.O.A.C.H.: 5 Strategies for Supporting Teaching and Learning Subscribe to Read By Example on Substack Follow Matt on Twitter @ReadByExample About the Author Matt Renwick is an author and literacy instructional leadership expert, he serves as principal of Mineral Point Elementary in Wisconsin he writes at Read By Example on Substack and Twitter, and he is the author of Leading Like a C.O.A.C.H.: 5 Strategies for Supporting Teaching and Learning

Jun 20, 2022 • 34:30

Christopher Jones—SEEing To Lead: Creating a World-Class Culture Through a Teacher-Centric Approach

Christopher Jones—SEEing To Lead: Creating a World-Class Culture Through a Teacher-Centric Approach

Get the book SEEing To Lead: Creating a World-Class Culture Through a Teacher-Centric Approach  Visit the SEEing To Lead website, www.SEEingtoLead.com Visit the TeamJonesEDU website, www.TeamJonesEDU.com Visit Chris' Website, www.drcsjones.blog Follow Chris on Twitter @DrCSJones About the Authors Dr. Christopher Jones is a teacher-centered high school principal in Massachusetts who is driven by modeling continuous improvement by being purposeful, acting with integrity, and building

Jun 15, 2022 • 26:19

Erik Francis—Deconstructing Depth of Knowledge: A Method and Model for Deeper Teaching and Learning

Erik Francis—Deconstructing Depth of Knowledge: A Method and Model for Deeper Teaching and Learning

Get the book, Deconstructing Depth of Knowledge: A Method and Model for Deeper Teaching and Learning Visit Erik's Website, MaverikEducation.com Follow Erik on Twitter @Maverikedu12 About the Authors Erik Francis an international author and presenter with over 25 years of experience working in education as a classroom teacher, a site administrator, an education program specialist with a state education agency, and a trainer who produces and provides professional development for teach

Jun 7, 2022 • 35:06

Tom Hierck & Chris Weber—MTSS Roadmap

Tom Hierck & Chris Weber—MTSS Roadmap

Visit Tom's Website, TomHierck.com Visit Chris's Website, ChrisWeberEducation.com Follow Tom on Twitter @THierck Follow Chris on Twitter @webereducation About the Authors Tom Hierck is one of our profession's leading authors and consultants, with 39 years of experience in education. He's author of more than 20 books. Chris Weber, EdD, is an expert in behavior, mathematics, and response to intervention who presents internationally to audiences on important topics in education.

May 9, 2022 • 32:05

Peter Docker—Leading from the Jumpseat: How to Create Extraordinary Opportunities by Handing Over Control

Peter Docker—Leading from the Jumpseat: How to Create Extraordinary Opportunities by Handing Over Control

Get the book, Leading from the Jumpseat: How to Create Extraordinary Opportunities By Handing Over Control Visit the website, LeadingFromTheJumpseat.com Follow Peter on Twitter @PeterDocker About the Author Peter Docker is a keynote speaker and facilitator who presents around the world to inspire people to lead from the jumpseat. He worked alongside Simon Sinek for more than 7 years, co-authoring the book Find Your Why, and now draws on his 25 years of experience in the Royal Air Force to

May 2, 2022 • 23:46

Decoteau Irby—Stuck Improving: Racial Equity & School Leadership

Decoteau Irby—Stuck Improving: Racial Equity & School Leadership

Get the book, Stuck Improving: Racial Equity & School Leadership Visit the website, StuckImproving.com Follow Decoteau on Twitter @DecoteauIrby About the Author Decoteau Irby, PhD is an associate professor in the Department of Educational Policy Studies at the University of Illinois - Chicago, where he teaches and advises in the College's Urban Education Leadership program area. He researches equity-focused school leadership as a lever to improve Black children's academic and socio-emotio

Apr 19, 2022 • 34:08

Larry Dake—Crisis Management: Effective School Leadership to Avoid Early Burnout

Larry Dake—Crisis Management: Effective School Leadership to Avoid Early Burnout

Get the book, Crisis Management: Effective School Leadership to Avoid Early Burnout Get the book, Identifying Small Habits: Left Unchecked by School Leaders Small Faults Can Become Major Cracks Follow Larry on Twitter @larrydake About the Author Dr. Larry Dake is is a district administrator in upstate New York. He teaches educational leadership preparation courses at Binghamton University, and he is the author of Crisis Management: Effective School Leadership to Avoid Early Burnout.

Apr 11, 2022 • 22:24

Ken Williams—Ruthless Equity: Disrupt the Status Quo and Ensure Learning for ALL Students

Ken Williams—Ruthless Equity: Disrupt the Status Quo and Ensure Learning for ALL Students

Learn more about Ruthless Equity at RuthlessEquity.com Follow Ken on Twitter @UnfoldTheSoul Visit Ken's website, UnfoldTheSoul.com About the Author With nearly three decades of successful educational leadership, Ken Williams has led successful equity and school improvement efforts in multiple schools as a leader, and in hundreds of schools as an author, speaker, coach, and consultant. Ken is the author of Ruthless Equity: Disrupt the Status Quo and Ensure Learning for ALL Students.

Mar 14, 2022 • 35:40

Sean Glaze—Staying Coachable: A Story with 4 Questions to Help You Thrive in Change, Keep Climbing, and Enjoy Relentless Improvement

Sean Glaze—Staying Coachable: A Story with 4 Questions to Help You Thrive in Change, Keep Climbing, and Enjoy Relentless Improvement

Get the book, Staying Coachable: A Story with 4 Questions to Help You Thrive in Change, Keep Climbing, and Enjoy Relentless Improvement Follow Sean on Twitter @LeadYourTeam Visit Sean's Website, GreatResultsTeambuilding.com Learn more about Staying Coachable About the Author A successful coach and educator for over 20 years, Sean Glaze is the founder of Great Results Teambuilding, where he helps inspire employees to become winning teammates. Sean is and a nationally renowned speaker, auth

Mar 7, 2022 • 20:51

Allen Mendler—Motivating Students Who Don’t Care: Proven Strategies to Engage All Learners - 2nd Edition

Allen Mendler—Motivating Students Who Don’t Care: Proven Strategies to Engage All Learners - 2nd Edition

Get the book, Motivating Students Who Don't Care: Proven Strategies to Engage All Learners - 2nd Edition Follow Allen on Twitter @AllenMendler About the Author Allen N. Mendler, PhD, is an educator and school psychologist who specializes in approaches for helping youth with learning and behavior problems succeed. Dr. Mendler is speaker, trainer, and author who addresses topics pertaining to challenging students. He is the author or coauthor of many publications, including Motivating Stude

Feb 17, 2022 • 24:27

Diana Parafiniuk—Mental Health Support Services for Educators

Diana Parafiniuk—Mental Health Support Services for Educators

Visit the E-Therapy Website, www.Electronic-Therapy.com Follow Diana on Twitter @DianaParafiniuk About the Guests Diana Parafiniuk is a seasoned and nationally recognized business leader in the teletherapy market. She is the Founder and CMO of E-Therapy Ashley Sanders and Jon Ebert are Educational Mental Health Program Managers with E-Therapy

Feb 4, 2022 • 25:06

Laura Stack—The Dangerous Truth About Today’s Marijuana: Johnny Stack’s Life and Death Story

Laura Stack—The Dangerous Truth About Today’s Marijuana: Johnny Stack’s Life and Death Story

Get the book, The Dangerous Truth About Today's Marijuana: Johnny Stack's Life and Death Story Visit the Johnny's Ambassadors Website, www.johnnysambassadors.org Follow Laura on Twitter @LauraStack About the Author Laura Stack is an award-winning keynote speaker, bestselling author, and noted authority on personal productivity. A past president of the National Speakers Association and Hall of Fame speaker, Laura's keynote speeches and seminars have helped organizations increase productivi

Jan 31, 2022 • 28:09

Frank Buck—Get Organized Digitally! The Educator’s Guide to Time Management

Frank Buck—Get Organized Digitally! The Educator’s Guide to Time Management

Get the book, Get Organized Digitally! The Educator's Guide to Time Management Visit Frank's website, FrankBuck.org Follow Frank on Twitter @DrFrankBuck About the Author Frank Buck is a veteran school leader with a career in education spanning almost 30 years. Today, he is a writer, speaker, and coach in the areas of organization, time management, and productivity. “Global Gurus Top 30” ranked Dr. Buck #1 in the “Time Management” category for 2019, 2020, and 2021.

Jan 25, 2022 • 31:59

Tom Hierck—Trauma-Sensitive Instruction: Creating a Safe and Predictable Classroom Environment

Tom Hierck—Trauma-Sensitive Instruction: Creating a Safe and Predictable Classroom Environment

Get the book, Trauma-Sensitive Instruction: Creating a Safe and Predictable Classroom Environment Visit Tom's website, TomHierck.com Follow Tom on Twitter @thierck About the Author Tom Hierck is one of our profession's leading authors and consultants, with 39 years of experience in education. He's author of more than 20 books, including Trauma-Sensitive Instruction: Creating a Safe and Predictable Classroom Environment.

Jan 21, 2022 • 26:49

Joseph Jones & TJ Vari—Retention for a Change: Motivate, Inspire, and Energize Your School Culture

Joseph Jones & TJ Vari—Retention for a Change: Motivate, Inspire, and Energize Your School Culture

Get the book, Retention for a Change: Motivate, Inspire, and Energize Your School Culture Visit TheSchoolHouse302 Website Follow TJ on Twitter @TJVari Follow Joseph on Twitter @Supt_Jones About the Authors Joseph Jones and TJ Vari are authors, speakers and district administrators who have written four books together, including Retention for a Change: Motivate, Inspire, and Energize Your School Culture

Jan 10, 2022 • 30:11

Daphne Wallbrige—The First-Year Principal: 52 Practical Lessons to Help New Principals Thrive as Conscious Leaders

Daphne Wallbrige—The First-Year Principal: 52 Practical Lessons to Help New Principals Thrive as Conscious Leaders

Get the book, The First-Year Principal: 52 Practical Lessons to Help New Principals Thrive as Conscious Leaders Visit The First-Year Principal website Follow Daphne on Twitter @Daph_Wallbridge About the Author Daphne Wallbridge is a superintendent in Northern Ontario, and she is the author of two books, including The First-Year Principal: 52 Practical Lessons to Help New Principals Thrive as Conscious Leaders

Dec 20, 2021 • 16:29

Jason Baehr & Jacquie Bryant—Deep in Thought: A Practical Guide to Teaching for Intellectual Virtues

Jason Baehr & Jacquie Bryant—Deep in Thought: A Practical Guide to Teaching for Intellectual Virtues

Get the book, Deep in Thought: A Practical Guide to Teaching for Intellectual Virtues Visit Jason's Website, JasonBaehr.wordpress.com Learn more about the Intellectual Virtues Academy About the Author Jason Baehr is Professor of Philosophy at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. He works at the intersection of virtue theory and epistemology, and has written widely on topics like intellectual virtue, wisdom, humility, and knowledge. He is the author of Deep in Thought: A Practical G

Nov 12, 2021 • 27:33

Monica Brady-Myerov—Listen Wise: Teach Students to be Better Listeners

Monica Brady-Myerov—Listen Wise: Teach Students to be Better Listeners

Get the book, Listen Wise: Teach Students to Be Better Listeners Visit the ListenWise website Visit Monica's Website, MonicaBradyMyerov.com Follow Listenwise on twitter @listenwiselearn About the Author Monica Brady-Myerov is an award winning NPR journalist, and is the founder of ListenWise, which features the only curated collection of NPR stories and podcasts tailored to the K-12 classroom. She is a visionary and thought leader in the listening space, and she is the author of the book,

Nov 12, 2021 • 25:09

Eric Garcia—We‘re Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation

Eric Garcia—We‘re Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation

Get the book, We're Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation Follow Eric on Twitter @EricMGarcia Visit Eric's Website, EricMGarcia.net About the Author Eric Garcia is a journalist based in Washington, DC who has served as an editor and correspondent at numerous outlets, including Washington Post, The Hill, National Journal, The New Republic, and more. He is a graduate of UNC Chapel Hill and he's the author of We're Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation

Nov 5, 2021 • 28:41

Allison Rodman—Personalized Professional Learning: A Job-Embedded Pathway for Elevating Teacher Voice

Allison Rodman—Personalized Professional Learning: A Job-Embedded Pathway for Elevating Teacher Voice

Get the book, Personalized Professional Learning: A Job-Embedded Pathway for Elevating Teacher Voice Follow Allison on Twitter @TheLearningLoop Visit Allison's website, TheLearningLoop.com About the Author Allison Rodman is the Founder of The Learning Loop, an educational consulting organization that provides professional learning services to districts, schools, and nonprofit organizations internationally. The Learning Loop designs, facilitates, and coaches professional learning that is p

Nov 1, 2021 • 0:55

Morgan Polikoff—Beyond Standards: The Fragmentation of Education Governance & the Promise of Curricular Reform

Morgan Polikoff—Beyond Standards: The Fragmentation of Education Governance & the Promise of Curricular Reform

Get the book, Beyond Standards: The Fragmentation of Education Governance & the Promise of Curricular Reform Follow Morgan on Twitter @MPolikoff About the Author Morgan Polikoff is an associate professor of education at the University of Southern California’s Rossier School of Education.

Oct 13, 2021 • 25:01

Daniel Bauer—Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader

Daniel Bauer—Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader

Get the book Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader through Corwin Press Get the book Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader through Amazon Get a free sample chapter of Mastermind Visit Daniel's Website, BetterLeadersBetterSchools.com Learn more about the Mastermind About the Author Daniel Bauer is the founder of Better Leaders Better Schools, where he helps school leaders fight isolation and frustration via a leadership community in order to gain clarity

Oct 11, 2021 • 26:11

Patrick Leddin—The Five-Week Leadership Challenge: 35 Action Steps to Become the Leader You Were Meant to Be

Patrick Leddin—The Five-Week Leadership Challenge: 35 Action Steps to Become the Leader You Were Meant to Be

Get the book, The Five-Week Leadership Challenge: 35 Action Steps to Become the Leader You Were Meant to Be Visit Patrick's Website, LeddinGroup.com Listen to Patrick's Podcast, Leadership Lab Follow Patrick on Twitter @PatrickLeddin About the Author Patrick Leddin PhD. has benefited from both hands-on leadership and management experience in the military as well as the corporate world. He is an associate professor at Vanderbilt University, as well as founder of The Leddin Group, and he is

Oct 8, 2021 • 25:37

Michael Gaskell—Leading Schools Through Trauma: A Data-Driven Approach to Helping Children Heal

Michael Gaskell—Leading Schools Through Trauma: A Data-Driven Approach to Helping Children Heal

Get the book, Leading Schools Through Trauma: A Data-Driven Approach to Helping Children Heal Visit Mike's website, MikesMicroMinute.com Follow Mike on Twitter @GaskellMgaskell About the Author Dr. Michael Gaskell is a veteran middle school principal in East Brunswick, NJ. He writes extensively on school culture, trauma, and educational leadership, and mentors new principals through the Leaders to Leaders program.

Oct 6, 2021 • 22:58

Daniel Willingham—Why Don’t Students Like School? 2nd Edition

Daniel Willingham—Why Don’t Students Like School? 2nd Edition

Visit Daniel's website, www.danielwillingham.com Follow Daniel on Twitter @DTWillingham Get the book, Why Don't Students Like School? 2nd Edition About the Author Daniel Willingham earned his B.A. from Duke University in 1983 and his Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology from Harvard University in 1990. He is currently Professor of Psychology at the University of Virginia, where he has taught since 1992. Until about 2000, his research focused solely on the brain basis of learning and memory. Today

Sep 27, 2021 • 33:02

Ulcca Joshi Hansen—The Future of Smart: How Our Education System Needs to Change to Help All Young People Thrive

Ulcca Joshi Hansen—The Future of Smart: How Our Education System Needs to Change to Help All Young People Thrive

Visit Ulcca's website, www.EducatingPotential.com Follow Ulcca on Twitter @Ulcca Get the book, The Future of Smart: How Our Education System Needs to Change to Help All Young People Thrive Ulcca Joshi Hansen - TEDx Talk: The Future of Smart Ulcca Joshi Hansen - TEDx Talk: Re-thinking The 3Rs About the Author Ulcca Joshi Hansen is the author of The Future of Smart: How Our Education System Needs to Change to Help All Young People Thrive. She is also Chief Program Officer at Grantmakers for

Sep 24, 2021 • 30:53

Diana Parafiniuk—E-Therapy

Diana Parafiniuk—E-Therapy

Visit the E-Therapy Website, www.electronic-therapy.com Follow Diana on Twitter @DianaParafiniuk About the Author Diana is a seasoned and nationally recognized business leader in the teletherapy market. Her company, E-Therapy, pioneered the teletherapy industry in education with its innovative practices, services, and solutions and first-to-market approaches to serve PreK-12 schools and students. Diana is an honored recipient of the inaugural Women Achievers of Arizona award in recognition of h

Sep 21, 2021 • 29:58

Jane Kise—Doable Differentiation: Twelve Strategies to Meet the Needs of All Learners

Jane Kise—Doable Differentiation: Twelve Strategies to Meet the Needs of All Learners

Get the book, Doable Differentiation Visit Jane's website, www.JaneKise.com About the Author Dr. Jane Kise is the author of 27 books and an organizational presenter with extensive experience in leadership development and executive coaching, instructional coaching, and differentiated instruction.

Sep 17, 2021 • 26:18

Randy Weiner & James Bailey—The Daily SEL Leader

Randy Weiner & James Bailey—The Daily SEL Leader

Get the book, The Daily SEL Leader Visit the Brass Tacks Innovations website, www.brasstacksinnovations.com About the Authors James Bailey’s career has encompassed teacher, principal, assistant superintendent, school turnaround leader, consultant and superintendent roles spanning Texas, Colorado and Wyoming. As Superintendent in Wyoming, his district was the first member in the state to join the League of Innovative Schools after reform efforts around personalized learning and social-emotional

Sep 17, 2021 • 25:39

Andrew Marotta—The School Leader: Surviving & Thriving

Andrew Marotta—The School Leader: Surviving & Thriving

Get the book, The School Leader: Surviving & Thriving Visit Andrew's website, www.AndrewMarotta.com About the Author Andrew Marotta is an author, speaker, high school principal, and former NCAA basketball official.

Aug 9, 2021 • 26:56

Patrice Bain—A Parent's Guide to Powerful Teaching

Patrice Bain—A Parent's Guide to Powerful Teaching

Get the book, A Parent's Guide to Powerful Teaching Learn more about Patrice on her website, www.PatriceBain.com Follow Patrice on Twitter @PatriceBain1 About the Author Patrice M. Bain, Ed.S. is an educator, speaker and author. Finalist for Illinois Teacher of the Year and a Fulbright Scholar in Russia, she has been featured in national and international webinars, podcasts, articles and press. Bain was asked by the Department of Education to work with cognitive scientists to co-author Organizi

Aug 9, 2021 • 29:43

Steve Zonnevylle & David Armstrong—The Forty-Hour Principal

Steve Zonnevylle & David Armstrong—The Forty-Hour Principal

Get the book, The Forty-Hour Principal: Provocations for the Discerning Educator Visit the 40-Hour Principal website, 40HourPrincipal.com Follow Steve on Twitter @OABZonnie About the Authors Steve Zonnevylle and David Armstrong are both principals on the South Island of New Zealand and the authors of the book, The Forty-Hour Principal: Provocations for the Discerning Educator

Aug 5, 2021 • 24:51

Robyn Jackson—Stop Leading, Start Building!: Turn Your School into a Success Story with the People and Resources You Already Have

Robyn Jackson—Stop Leading, Start Building!: Turn Your School into a Success Story with the People and Resources You Already Have

Get the Book, Stop Leading, Start Building!: Turn Your School into a Success Story with the People and Resources You Already Have Follow Robyn on Twitter @Robyn_Mindsteps Visit Robyn's Website, Mindstepsinc.com About the Authors Robyn Jackson, PhD., is the founder of Mindsteps and the host of School Leadership Re-Imagined, the podcast for school administrators, instructional coaches, and teacher leaders. She's the award-winning author of 11 books including the best selling The Instructional Lea

Jul 22, 2021 • 35:08

Teaching With the Instructional Cha-Chas: Four Steps to Make Learning Stick—LeAnn Nickelsen & Melissa Dickson

Teaching With the Instructional Cha-Chas: Four Steps to Make Learning Stick—LeAnn Nickelsen & Melissa Dickson

Get the Book, Teaching With Instructional Cha-Chas Visit Leann's website, MaximizeLearningInc.com Visit Melissa's website, MelissaDickson.com Follow Leann on Twitter @lnickelsen1 Follow Melissa on Twitter @mdickson221 About the Authors Melissa Dickson, MEd, is an outstanding presenter and educator. She is passionate about providing teachers with research-based ideas and strategies that can be immediately implemented. In her decades as an educator, Melissa has been a literacy coach, staff develo

Jul 9, 2021 • 25:12

Danny Brassell—Leadership Begins with Motivation

Danny Brassell—Leadership Begins with Motivation

Get the Book, Leadership Begins With Motivation Visit Danny's Website, DannyBrassell.com Visit The Reading Habit website, TheReadingHabit.com Follow Danny on Twitter, @DannyBrassell About the Authors A highly-sought after speaker, trainer and coach known as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” Dr. Danny Brassell has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide and authored 16 books, including his latest, Leadership Begins with Motivation. He is the co-founder of www.theREADINGhabit.com, the world’s top readi

Jul 6, 2021 • 23:26

Jed Dearybury—The Playful Classroom: The Power of Play for All Ages

Jed Dearybury—The Playful Classroom: The Power of Play for All Ages

Get the Book, The Playful Classroom: The Power of Play for All Ages Visit Jed's Website, www.MrDearybury.com Follow Jed on Twitter @MrDearybury About the Authors Jed Dearybury is a teacher educator and award-winning classroom teacher, who was featured as GQ Magazine as Male Leader of the Year, met President Obama as the SC winner of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching. Since 2015, he has become an educational leader by providing quality, hands-on, engaging learnin

Jun 21, 2021 • 25:16

Annie Murphy Paul—The Extended Mind: The Power of Thinking Outside the Brain

Annie Murphy Paul—The Extended Mind: The Power of Thinking Outside the Brain

Get the book, The Extended Mind: The Power of Thinking Outside the Brain Visit Annie's Website Follow Annie on Twitter @AnnieMurphyPaul  About the Authors Annie Murphy Paul is an acclaimed science writer whose work has appeared in the New York Times, Scientific American, Psychology Today, O the Oprah Magazine, and many other publications. She is the author of Origins: How the Nine Months Before Birth Shape the Rest of Our Lives, The Cult of Personality Testing, and her new book, The Extended Mi

Jun 14, 2021 • 26:59

Courtney Ostaff—The Teaching Online Handbook

Courtney Ostaff—The Teaching Online Handbook

Get the book, The Teaching Online Handbook Visit Courtney's Website, CourtneyOstaff.com  Follow Courtney on Twitter @Ostaff1 About the Authors Courtney Ostaff has been teaching online since 1999. With a wide variety of experience as a public school special education teacher, an in-home early intervention specialist, a community college algebra instructor, and a homeschooler, she has worked with students ranging from the very young to the elderly. Along the way, she has developed practices and t

Jun 14, 2021 • 27:51

Jared Cooney Horvath & David Bott—10 Things Schools Get Wrong and How We Can Get Them Right

Jared Cooney Horvath & David Bott—10 Things Schools Get Wrong and How We Can Get Them Right

Get the book, 10 Things Schools Get Wrong and How We Can Get Them Right Visit the LME Global Website, LMEGlobal.net Visit the Vidaly website, Vidaly.com Follow Jared on Twitter @JCHorvath Follow David on Twitter @DavidBott About the Authors Jared Cooney Horvath is a cognitive neuroscientist based out of the University of Melbourne specializing in human thought, learning and brain stimulation. David Bott is an education consultant who works with government organisations and some of the world’s l

Jun 14, 2021 • 38:22

Ted Bunch & Anna Marie Johnson Teague—The Book of Dares: 100 Ways for Boys to be Kind, Bold, and Brave

Ted Bunch & Anna Marie Johnson Teague—The Book of Dares: 100 Ways for Boys to be Kind, Bold, and Brave

Get the book, The Book of Dares: 100 Ways for Boys to Be Kind, Bold, and Brave Visit the A Call To Men website, ACallToMen.org About the Authors Ted Bunch and Anna Marie Johnson Teague are friends, parents, and anti-violence educators with A Call to Men, where they help men and boys promote healthy manhood and prevent violence and discrimination, working with students, professional athletes, and organizations like the NFL, US military, and United Nations.

Jun 2, 2021 • 16:21

Barbara Blackburn—Rigor in the Remote Learning Classroom: Instructional Tips and Strategies

Barbara Blackburn—Rigor in the Remote Learning Classroom: Instructional Tips and Strategies

Get the book, Rigor In The Remote Learning Classroom Visit Barbara's Website, BarbaraBlackburnOnline.com Follow Barbara on Twitter @BarbBlackburn About the Author Barbara Blackburn, PhD is the author of 29 books and a full-time consultant who works with schools around the world to help raise the level of rigor and motivation for professional educators and students alike. Dr. Blackburn has been named to the Top 30 Education Gurus by Global Gurus for 3 years running, and she’s the author of the n

May 24, 2021 • 31:40

Jennifer Abrams—Stretching Your Learning Edges: Growing (Up) at Work

Jennifer Abrams—Stretching Your Learning Edges: Growing (Up) at Work

Register for our upcoming Having Hard Conversations training with Jennifer Abrams Visit Jennifer's Website, JenniferAbrams.com About the Author Jennifer Abrams is an international educational and communications consultant for public and independent schools, hospitals, universities and non-profits. Jennifer trains and coaches teachers, administrators, and others on new employee support, supervision, being generationally savvy, having hard conversations and collaboration skills.

May 17, 2021 • 24:59

Michael Bungay Stanier—The Advice Trap: Be Humble, Stay Curious & Change the Way You Lead Forever

Michael Bungay Stanier—The Advice Trap: Be Humble, Stay Curious & Change the Way You Lead Forever

Get the book, The Advice Trap: Be Humble, Stay Curious & Change the Way You Lead Forever Visit Michael's Website, MBS.Works About the Author Michael Bungay Stanier is a bestselling author and Rhodes scholar who helps people stay curious a bit longer, and rush to action and advice-giving a little more slowly.  strengthens leadership and culture within organizations by giving busy managers and leaders the tools to coach in a way that works.

May 13, 2021 • 19:06

Jessica Lahey—The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence

Jessica Lahey—The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence

Get the book, The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence Get a signed copy of the book Visit Jessica's website, JessicaLahey.com About the Author Jessica Lahey is a teacher, writer, and mom, with a background in juvenile and education law, but she's best known as a writer whose work has appeared in The Atlantic, Vermont Public Radio, and the New York Times, and she's the author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Lear

May 4, 2021 • 27:29

Houston Kraft—Deep Kindness: A Revolutionary Guide for the Way We Think, Talk, and Act in Kindness

Houston Kraft—Deep Kindness: A Revolutionary Guide for the Way We Think, Talk, and Act in Kindness

Get the book, Deep Kindness: A Revolutionary Guide for the Way We Think, Talk, and Act in Kindness Visit Houston's Website, HoustonKraft.com Visit the CharacterStrong Website, CharacterStrong.com Follow Houston on Twitter @HoustonKraft About the Author Houston Kraft is a popular speaker working in schools around the country and co-founder of CharacterStrong, which provides curriculum and training for safer and kinder schools.

Apr 27, 2021 • 26:09

Read Write Code: A Friendly Introduction to the World of Coding, and Why It’s the New Literacy

Read Write Code: A Friendly Introduction to the World of Coding, and Why It’s the New Literacy

Get the book, Read Write Code: A Friendly Introduction to the World of Coding, and Why It's the New Literacy Follow Jeremy @Jkeesh on Twitter Visit Jeremy's website, thekeesh.com  About the Author Jeremy Keeshin is the CEO and co-founder of CodeHS, the leading coding education platform for schools used by millions of students. He is an expert in computer science education and education technology, and he has visited hundreds of schools all over the world. Prior to starting CodeHS, he taught com

Apr 19, 2021 • 18:29

Robert Slavin: Proven Tutoring

Robert Slavin: Proven Tutoring

About the Author Robert Slavin, PhD is a distinguished professor and director of the Center for Research and Reform in Education at Johns Hopkins University. A member of the National Academy of Education, he is the author of more than 300 articles and books, including the textbook, Educational Psychology: Theory and Practice. He is co-founder of the Success For All foundation as well as the new website ProvenTutoring.org.

Apr 12, 2021 • 37:20

John Corrigan—Why We Teach: Preparing Young People For A Future That's Here

John Corrigan—Why We Teach: Preparing Young People For A Future That's Here

Get the book, Why We Teach: Preparing Young People For A Future That's Here Visit John's Website, JohnGCorrigan.com About the Author John Corrigan, MBA is a Melbourne-based author and consultant who helps schools operate to their full human potential.

Apr 7, 2021 • 35:44

Douglas Fisher—The Distance Learning Playbook for School Leaders: Leading for Engagement and Impact in Any Setting

Douglas Fisher—The Distance Learning Playbook for School Leaders: Leading for Engagement and Impact in Any Setting

Get the book, The Distance Learning Playbook for School Leaders: Leading for Engagement and Impact in Any Setting Visit the Fisher and Frey website  About the Author Doug Fisher is a professor at San Diego State University and a founder of Health Sciences High & Middle College. He's the author of numerous books.

Mar 29, 2021 • 28:27

Alexs Pate—The Innocent Classroom: Dismantling Racial Bias to Support Students of Color

Alexs Pate—The Innocent Classroom: Dismantling Racial Bias to Support Students of Color

Get the book, The Innocent Classroom: Dismantling Racial Bias to Support Students of Color Visit The Innocent Classroom website, InnocentClassroom.com   About the Author Alexs Pate is the President and CEO of Innocent Technologies and the creator of the Innocent Classroom, a program for K–12 educators that aims to transform U.S. public education and end disparities by closing the relationship gap between educators and students of color. Mr. Pate is the author of five novels, including the New Y

Mar 15, 2021 • 28:47

Simon Rodberg—What If I'm Wrong? and Other Key Questions for Decisive School Leadership

Simon Rodberg—What If I'm Wrong? and Other Key Questions for Decisive School Leadership

Get the book, What If I'm Wrong? and Other Key Questions for Decisive School Leadership Visit Simon's website  About the Author Simon Rodberg is a strategy consultant and coach who teaches educational leadership at American University. He was the founding principal of DC International School, an award-winning public charter, and his writing has appeared in Educational Leadership, Harvard Business Review, Principal Leadership, Principal magazine, and The New York Times.

Feb 16, 2021 • 27:14

Justin Thomas—The Principal's Toolbox: Real Talk on Tackling School Leadership

Justin Thomas—The Principal's Toolbox: Real Talk on Tackling School Leadership

Get the book, The Principal's Toolbox: Real Talk on Tackling School Leadership Follow Justin on Twitter @HappyTeacherGuy About the Author Dr. Justin Thomas is an elementary principal in the Nashville area. Dr. Thomas believes that the keys to success revolve around growth and gratitude - the ideas that all members of a school can 'get better', and that a spirit of thankfulness is key to strong culture.

Feb 3, 2021 • 26:58

Ebony Omotola McGee—Black, Brown, Bruised: How Racialized STEM Education Stifles Innovation

Ebony Omotola McGee—Black, Brown, Bruised: How Racialized STEM Education Stifles Innovation

Get the book, Black, Brown, Bruised: How Racialized STEM Education Stifles Innovation Visit the BlackEngineeringPHD website About the Author Dr. Ebony Omotola McGee is associate professor of diversity and STEM education at Peabody College of Vanderbilt University.

Jan 23, 2021 • 30:44

Bryan Goodwin—Balanced Leadership for Powerful Learning: Tools for Achieving Success in Your School

Bryan Goodwin—Balanced Leadership for Powerful Learning: Tools for Achieving Success in Your School

Get the book, Balanced Leadership for Powerful Learning: Tools for Achieving Success in Your School Follow Bryan on Twitter @bryanrgoodwin About Bryan Goodwin Bryan Goodwin is President & CEO of McREL International, a nonprofit school improvement organization that seeks to harness the power of curiosity and inquiry to empower all learners through rigorously researched professional learning and coaching services for school systems worldwide. He's the author of numerous books.

Jan 20, 2021 • 23:14

Molly Hudgens—Saving Sycamore: The School Shooting That Never Happened

Molly Hudgens—Saving Sycamore: The School Shooting That Never Happened

Get the book, Saving Sycamore: The School Shooting That Never Happened Follow Molly on Twitter @HudgensMolly Visit Molly's Website, MollyHudgens.com About the Author Molly Hudgens is a nationally known speaker and expert on preventing school shootings. She is a counselor at Sycamore Middle School in Pleasant View, Tennessee, and a recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor.

Jan 11, 2021 • 36:22

Curtis Zimmerman—Life at Performance Level

Curtis Zimmerman—Life at Performance Level

Get the book, Life at Performance Level Visit Curtis's website About the Author Curtis Zimmerman is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and host of the podcast The Next 24 Hours. He is the author of 4 books, including Keys to Success in College and Life.

Jan 4, 2021 • 31:05

Marcie Beigel—Love Your Classroom Again: Realistic Behavior Strategies for Educators

Marcie Beigel—Love Your Classroom Again: Realistic Behavior Strategies for Educators

About The Author Dr. Marcie Beigel is the founder and director of Behavior + Beyond. By redesigning behavior with realistic strategies, Dr. Marcie has been transforming classrooms, families, and students since 1998. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, holds a doctorate from Columbia University, and appears regularly as a guest expert on TV and other media. She's the author of two books on behavior, including Love Your Family Again, and Love Your Classroom Again.

Dec 28, 2020 • 25:35

Karen Gross—Trauma Doesn’t Stop at the School Door: Strategies and Solutions for Educators, PreK-College

Karen Gross—Trauma Doesn’t Stop at the School Door: Strategies and Solutions for Educators, PreK-College

Get the book, Trauma Doesn't Stop at the School Door: Strategies and Solutions for Educators, PreK-College Visit Karen's website About the Author Karen Gross is an author and educator with more than 40 years of experience as a law professor, college president, keynote speaker, and consultant. She's the author of books for both children and adults, including her Lady Lucy series for kids, and her new book Trauma Doesn’t Stop at the School Door.

Dec 21, 2020 • 34:11

Delores Lindsey—Culturally Proficient Coaching: Supporting Educators to Create Equitable Schools

Delores Lindsey—Culturally Proficient Coaching: Supporting Educators to Create Equitable Schools

Get the book, Culturally Proficient Coaching: Supporting Educators to Create Equitable Schools Visit The Center for Culturally Proficient Educational Practice (CCPEP) Website Contact Delores at dblindsey@aol.com   About the Author Delores Lindsey, PhD supports schools and districts through coaching, consulting, and mentoring. With more than 50 years of experience as an educator committed to the work of equity, she has served as a teacher, administrator, and university professor at Cal State S

Dec 14, 2020 • 36:26

Raymond Smith—10 Mindframes for Leaders: The VISIBLE LEARNING Approach to School Success

Raymond Smith—10 Mindframes for Leaders: The VISIBLE LEARNING Approach to School Success

Get the book, 10 Mindframes for Leaders: The VISIBLE LEARNING Approach to School Success About the Author Dr. Raymond Smith speaks, writes, and consults about leadership development with Visible Learning and Corwin Press, and has worked in K-12 leadership, administrator preparation, and higher education.

Dec 7, 2020 • 23:05

Chad Dumas—Let's Put the C in PLC: A Practical Guide for School Leaders

Chad Dumas—Let's Put the C in PLC: A Practical Guide for School Leaders

Get the book, Let's Put the C in PLC: A Practical Guide for School Leaders Visit the Next Learning Solutions website About the Author Dr. Chad Dumas is an educational consultant, international presenter and award-winning researcher whose primary focus is collaborating to develop capacity for continuous improvement. Having been a successful teacher, principal, central office administrator, professional developer and consultant in a variety of school districts, he brings his passion, expertise,

Nov 23, 2020 • 27:28

William A. Sommers and Diane Zimmerman—9 Professional Conversations to Change Schools: A Dashboard of Options

William A. Sommers and Diane Zimmerman—9 Professional Conversations to Change Schools: A Dashboard of Options

Get the book, 9 Professional Conversations to Change Schools: A Dashboard of Options Visit the LearningOmnivores website About the Authors William A. Sommers, PhD is the author of 10 books. A former board member and President of the National Staff Development Council, now Learning Forward, Bill was a school and district administrator for over 35 years. Diane Zimmerman, PhD is a writer and consultant focusing on entrepreneurial learning and schools that make a difference. A former superintenden

Nov 16, 2020 • 27:06

William D. Parker—Pause. Breathe. Flourish. Living Your Best Life as an Educator.

William D. Parker—Pause. Breathe. Flourish. Living Your Best Life as an Educator.

Get the book, Pause. Breathe. Flourish. Living Your Best Life as an Educator Visit Will's Website, WilliamDParker.com Follow Will on Twitter @Williamdp   About the Author William D. Parker is executive director of Oklahoma’s Association of Secondary Principals and Oklahoma’s Middle Level Educator Association. William is a nationally known author and speaker who uses his expertise in school culture, leadership and communication to equip educators with solutions and strategies for motivating st

Oct 7, 2020 • 21:00

Craig Randall—Trust-Based Observations: Maximizing Teaching & Learning Growth

Craig Randall—Trust-Based Observations: Maximizing Teaching & Learning Growth

Get the book, Trust-Based Observations: Maximizing Teaching and Learning Growth Visit the Trust Based Website Follow Craig on Twitter @TrustbasedCraig   About the Author Craig Randall is a trainer and consultant who has served as principal, counselor, teacher, and college basketball coach with experience in schools in the Pacific Northwest and around the world.

Oct 7, 2020 • 29:32

William A. Sommers—Responding to Resistance: Thirty Strategies to Manage Conflict in Your School

William A. Sommers—Responding to Resistance: Thirty Strategies to Manage Conflict in Your School

Get the book, Responding to Resistance: Thirty Strategies to Manage Conflict in Your School Visit the Learning Omnivores Website Follow Bill on Twitter @BillSommers8   About the Author William A. Sommers, PhD is the author of 10 books. A former board member and President for the National Staff Development Council, now Learning Forward, and was a school and district administrator for over 35 years.

Aug 25, 2020 • 16:59

Robert Barr & Emily Gibson—Building the Resilient School: Overcoming the Effects of Poverty With a Culture of Hope

Robert Barr & Emily Gibson—Building the Resilient School: Overcoming the Effects of Poverty With a Culture of Hope

Get the book, Building the Resilient School: Overcoming the Effects of Poverty With a Culture of Hope About the Authors Dr. Bob Barr and Dr. Emily Gibson are the authors of two books together. Their first book, Building a Culture of Hope, won Learning Magazine's Teacher Choice Award for Professional Development.

Aug 13, 2020 • 30:43

Douglas Fisher—The Distance Learning Playbook

Douglas Fisher—The Distance Learning Playbook

Get the book, The Distance Learning Playbook: Grades K-12 Visit the Fisher and Frey Website   Follow Douglas on Twitter @dfishersdsu   About the Author Douglas Fisher is a professor at San Diego State University and co-founder of Health Sciences High & Middle College, and the author of numerous books—many with John Hattie on Visible Learning.

Jul 31, 2020 • 33:34

Michael Roberts—Shifting from Me to We: How to Jumpstart Collaboration in a PLC at Work®

Michael Roberts—Shifting from Me to We: How to Jumpstart Collaboration in a PLC at Work®

Get the book, Shifting from Me to We: How to Jumpstart Collaboration in a PLC at Work®   Visit Michael's Website, EveryKidNow.com   Follow Michael on Twitter @EveryKidNow   About the Author Michael Roberts is an author and consultant with over two decades of experience teaching and leading schools at all levels. A former principal and director, he's the author of several books, including Shifting from Me to We: How to Jumpstart Collaboration in a PLC at Work®.

Jul 29, 2020 • 0:01

Meredith Honig & Lydia Rainey—Supervising Principals for Instructional Leadership: A Teaching and Learning Approach

Meredith Honig & Lydia Rainey—Supervising Principals for Instructional Leadership: A Teaching and Learning Approach

Get the book Supervising Principals for Instructional Leadership: A Teaching and Learning Approach   Visit the District Leadership Design Lab website   View the Principal Supervision and Distance Learning: What’s the Right Approach? Webinar with Meredith Honig   About the Authors Meredith Honig, PhD is a professor of Education Policy, Organizations, and Leadership at the University of Washington, Seattle. Lydia Rainey, PhD is a research scientist at the University of Washington, Seattle, and

Jul 20, 2020 • 24:51

Jethro Jones—SchoolX: How principals can design a transformative school experience for students, teachers, parents – and themselves

Jethro Jones—SchoolX: How principals can design a transformative school experience for students, teachers, parents – and themselves

Get the book, SchoolX: How principals can design a transformative school experience for students, teachers, parents – and themselves Visit Jethro's Website, JethroJones.com Get a free sample chapter of the book, SchoolX About the Author Jethro Jones is a former principal who helps schools and districts find simple solutions to complex problems. Named a Digital Principal of the Year by the NASSP, Jethro has served students as a teacher, district coach, media & distance learning specialist, and

Jul 8, 2020 • 34:43

Jamie Thom—A Quiet Education: Challenging the Extrovert Ideal in our Schools

Jamie Thom—A Quiet Education: Challenging the Extrovert Ideal in our Schools

Get the book, A Quiet Education: Challenging the Extrovert Ideal in our Schools  Listen to The Well Teacher podcast About the Author Jamie Thom is an English teacher in Scotland and the host of the Well Teacher podcast. He's author of two books, including A Quiet Education, which we're here to talk about today.

Jun 30, 2020 • 25:22

Emma Turner—Be More Toddler: A Leadership Education From Our Little Learners

Emma Turner—Be More Toddler: A Leadership Education From Our Little Learners

Get the book, Be More Toddler: A Leadership Education From Our Little Learners Listen to the Mind The Gap Podcast About the Author Emma Turner is a former primary school teacher, and was one of the first female co-heads of a primary school in the UK. She currently serves as the Research and CPD lead for the Discovery School's Academy Trust in the UK, and she is the author of Be More Toddler: A Leadership Education From Our Little Learners

Jun 22, 2020 • 23:54

Wendy Oliver—Not Your Mama's Classroom: What You Need to Know As A Parent About Your Child's Digital Education

Wendy Oliver—Not Your Mama's Classroom: What You Need to Know As A Parent About Your Child's Digital Education

Get the book, Not Your Mama's Classroom: What You Need to Know As A Parent About Your Child's Digital Education Visit Wendy's website, DrWendyOliver.com Follow Wendy on Twitter @oliver_dr About The Author Dr. Wendy Oliver has 20 years of experience in online and blended education. She served as Chief Learning Architect for an online school through Arizona State University, and is currently the Chief Learning Officer at Edison Learning.

Jun 15, 2020 • 19:30

Dana Goodier—Working With Students with Chronic Attendance And Truancy Issues

Dana Goodier—Working With Students with Chronic Attendance And Truancy Issues

Follow Dana on Twitter @DanaGoodier Visit Dana's Website, DanaGoodier.com Visit the Attendance Works website  Subscribe to Dana's Podcast, Out Of The Trenches  About Dr. Dana Goodier Dr. Dana Goodier is an educational leader and speaker with more than 18 years of experience. She holds an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership & Management, and her research interests include district accreditation and parent opt-outs from standardized testing. She is also the host of the new podcast “Out of the Trenche

Jun 8, 2020 • 20:38

Kirsten Richert, Jeffrey Ikler and Margaret Zacchei—Shifting How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change

Kirsten Richert, Jeffrey Ikler and Margaret Zacchei—Shifting How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change

Get the book, Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change Visit the website, ShiftingForImpact.com About the Authors Kirsten Richert is an innovation expert who works with leaders on transformational efforts. Kirsten teaches Design Thinking, Communication and Innovation at a number of colleges in the greater NYC area. Jeff Ikler is Director of Quetico Career and Leadership Coaching, a firm dedicated to helping individuals overcome career issues, and leaders develop sustained cha

Jun 1, 2020 • 34:25

Peter Dewitt—Instructional Leadership: Creating Practice Out of Theory

Peter Dewitt—Instructional Leadership: Creating Practice Out of Theory

Get the book, Instructional Leadership: Creating Practice Out of Theory Visit Peter's Website, PeterMDewitt.com About the Author Dr. Peter DeWitt is a leading education consultant and the author of six books.

May 26, 2020 • 24:10

Amy Baeder—Creating Purpose and Consistency for Students with Project-Based Learning

Amy Baeder—Creating Purpose and Consistency for Students with Project-Based Learning

Visit Amy's Website, www.amybaeder.com Download the PBL Roadmap for School and District Leaders Learn More about The Project-Based Learning Curriculum Developer Certification Program About Amy Baeder Dr Amy Baeder is an independent education consultant supporting instructional excellence through project-based learning. Dr. Baeder is the Director of the Project-Based Learning Network, which supports teachers across the United States and 43 countries.

May 13, 2020 • 18:14

Andy Hargreaves—Moving: A Memoir of Education and Social Mobility

Andy Hargreaves—Moving: A Memoir of Education and Social Mobility

Get the book, Moving: A Memoir of Education and Social Mobility Visit Andy's Website, www.AndyHargreaves.com About The Author Dr. Andy Hargreaves is an internationally renowned researcher, professor, government adviser, and global change agent, and the founder of the Atlantic Rim Collaboratory, a group of nations committed to excellence, equity, wellbeing, inclusion, democracy and human rights. Dr. Hargreaves has consulted with the OECD, the World Bank, governments, universities and teacher uni

May 11, 2020 • 28:38

Amber Dembowski—Monday Mindset

Amber Dembowski—Monday Mindset

Visit Amber's website, AmberDembowski.com About Amber Dembowski Amber Dembowski is the host of Monday Mindset, a podcast on learning how to think better, as well as principal of two schools.

May 4, 2020 • 21:52

Anne Gregory and Katherine R. Evans—The Starts and Stumbles of Restorative Justice in Education: Where Do We Go from Here?

Anne Gregory and Katherine R. Evans—The Starts and Stumbles of Restorative Justice in Education: Where Do We Go from Here?

Read The Starts and Stumbles of Restorative Justice in Education: Where Do We Go from Here? Learn more about the Restorative Justice in Education course at Eastern Mennonite University About the Authors Anne Gregory is a professor at Rutgers University. Since she joined the faculty, she has been dedicated to making advances in her areas of research on school discipline. Dr. Gregory has been part of the Research-to-Practice Collaborative on Discipline Disparities, comprised of a national panel o

Apr 20, 2020 • 24:25

Barbara Blackburn—Money for Good Grades and Other Myths about Motivating Kids: Strategies for Parents & Teachers

Barbara Blackburn—Money for Good Grades and Other Myths about Motivating Kids: Strategies for Parents & Teachers

Get the book, Money for Good Grades and Other Myths About Motivating Kids Visit Barbara's website, BarbaraBlackburnOnline.com About The Author Barbara Blackburn, PhD is the author of more than two dozen books and a full-time consultant who works with schools around the world to help raise the level of rigor and motivation for professional educators and students alike.

Apr 6, 2020 • 32:38

Thomas Guskey—Get Set, Go: Creating Successful Grading and Reporting Systems

Thomas Guskey—Get Set, Go: Creating Successful Grading and Reporting Systems

Get the book, Get Set, Go: Creating Successful Grading and Reporting Systems Visit Tom's website, TGuskey.com About The Author Dr. Tom Guskey is a renowned expert on assessment and standards-based grading, and fellow of the American Educational Research Association. He's the author of more than 25 books, including On Your Mark: Challenging the Conventions of Grading and Reporting, and the new book Get Set, Go! Creating Successful Grading and Reporting Systems.

Mar 30, 2020 • 31:49

Dan Heath—Upstream: The Quest to Solve Problems Before They Happen

Dan Heath—Upstream: The Quest to Solve Problems Before They Happen

Get the book, Upstream: The Quest to Solve Problems Before They Happen Learn more about the book at Heathbrothers.com Get free resources at Heathbrothers.com About The Author Dan Heath is a Senior Fellow at Duke University's CASE Center, which focuses on social justice entrepreneurship, and he's the author of four NY Times bestselling books, including Made to Stick, Switch, Decisive, and The Power of Moments.

Mar 23, 2020 • 44:18

Tricia Taylor—Connect the Dots: The Collective Power of Relationships, Memory and Mindset in the Classroom

Tricia Taylor—Connect the Dots: The Collective Power of Relationships, Memory and Mindset in the Classroom

Get the book, Connect the dots: The Collective Power of Relationships, Memory and Mindset in the Classroom Visit Tricia's website, TailoredPractice.com Follow Tricia on Twitter @TriciaTailored About The Author Tricia Taylor is the founder of Tailored Practice. An international educator with more than 20 years teaching and leading in schools in London and New York, she's a strategic partner to schools around the world.

Mar 20, 2020 • 22:15

Kulvarn Atwal—The Thinking School: Developing a Dynamic Learning Community

Kulvarn Atwal—The Thinking School: Developing a Dynamic Learning Community

Get the book, The Thinking School: Developing a Dynamic Learning Community Follow Kulvarn on Twitter @ThinkingSchool2 About The Author Dr. Kulvarn Atwal is Executive Headteacher of two large primary schools in east London. His research focuses on workplace learning theory and teacher professional learning.

Mar 16, 2020 • 23:56

Douglas Fisher & Nancy Frey—All Learning is Social & Emotional

Douglas Fisher & Nancy Frey—All Learning is Social & Emotional

Visit the Fisher and Frey Website Follow Douglas on Twitter @dfishersdsu Follow Nancy on Twitter @NancyFrey About The Authors Douglas Fisher & Nancy Frey are professors at San Diego State University and co-founders of Health Sciences High & Middle College.

Mar 9, 2020 • 29:56

Fred Ende and Meghan Everette—Forces of Influence: How Educators Can Leverage Relationships to Improve Practice

Fred Ende and Meghan Everette—Forces of Influence: How Educators Can Leverage Relationships to Improve Practice

Get the book, Forces of Influence: How Educators Can Leverage Relationships to Improve Practice Visit Fred's website Visit Meghan's website Follow Fred @fredende Follow Meghan @bamameghan  About The Authors Fred Ende is the director of Curriculum and Instructional Services for the Putnam/Northern Westchester Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES), and a board member in ASCD's Emerging Leader Affiliate. Meghan Everette is a mathematics coach in the Salt Lake City School District, and

Mar 9, 2020 • 28:21

Tom Hoerr—Taking Social Emotional Learning Schoolwide: The Formative Five Success Skills for Students and Staff

Tom Hoerr—Taking Social Emotional Learning Schoolwide: The Formative Five Success Skills for Students and Staff

Get the book Taking Social Emotional Learning Schoolwide: The Formative Five Success Skills for Students and Staff Visit Tom's Website Follow Tom on Twitter @tomhoerr About The Author Thomas Hoerr, PhD is the Emeritus Head of School at the New City School in St Louis, and a Scholar in Residence at the University of Missouri—St. Louis. He's the author of numerous books on multiple intelligences, grit, and SEL.

Mar 3, 2020 • 22:42

Eric Kalenze—What The Academy Taught Us: Improving Schools from the Bottom Up in a Top-Down Transformation Era.

Eric Kalenze—What The Academy Taught Us: Improving Schools from the Bottom Up in a Top-Down Transformation Era.

Get the book What The Academy Taught Us: Improving Schools from the Bottom Up in a Top-Down Transformation Era Visit Eric's Website Follow Eric on Twitter @erickalenze About The Author Eric Kalenze's career in education has included posts in teaching, coaching, administration, and consulting. He is the author of 2014's 'Education Is Upside-Down: Reframing Reform to Focus on the Right Problems', and he regularly contributes pieces about education practice, research, and reform to publications l

Feb 28, 2020 • 38:57

Rich Czyz—The Secret Sauce: Essential Ingredients for Exceptional Teaching

Rich Czyz—The Secret Sauce: Essential Ingredients for Exceptional Teaching

Get the book The Secret Sauce: Essential Ingredients for Exceptional Teaching Visit the 4 O'Clock Faculty Website Follow Rich on Twitter @RACzyz About The Author Rich is a principal and former teacher and instructional coach, and he's the author of two books, including The Four O'Clock Faculty: A Rogue Guide to Revolutionizing Professional Development.

Feb 17, 2020 • 22:46

Tracey Benson—Unconscious Bias in Schools: A Developmental Approach to Exploring Race and Racism

Tracey Benson—Unconscious Bias in Schools: A Developmental Approach to Exploring Race and Racism

Get the book Unconscious Bias in Schools: A Developmental Approach to Exploring Race and Racism Follow Tracey on Twitter @DrTraceyBenson Visit Tracey's website About The Author Dr. Tracey Benson is a professor of educational leadership at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and a former public school principal. He's the author, with his co-author Sarah Fiarman, of Unconscious Bias in Schools: A Developmental Approach to Exploring Race and Racism

Feb 10, 2020 • 41:52

Scott Seider and Daren Graves—Schooling for Critical Consciousness: Engaging Black and Latinx Youth in Analyzing, Navigating, and Challenging Racial Injustice

Scott Seider and Daren Graves—Schooling for Critical Consciousness: Engaging Black and Latinx Youth in Analyzing, Navigating, and Challenging Racial Injustice

Get the book Schooling for Critical Consciousness: Engaging Black and Latinx Youth in Analyzing, Navigating, and Challenging Racial Injustice Follow Scott on Twitter @ScottSeider Follow Daren on Twitter @DarenGraves About The Authors Scott Seider is an associate professor of applied developmental psychology at the Boston College Lynch School of Education & Human Development. His research focuses on the civic development of adolescents. Prior to joining the Boston College faculty, Dr. Seider wor

Feb 3, 2020 • 35:10

Douglas Reeves—100-Day Leaders: Turning Short-Term Wins Into Long-Term Success in Schools

Douglas Reeves—100-Day Leaders: Turning Short-Term Wins Into Long-Term Success in Schools

Get the book, 100-Day Leaders Turning Short-Term Wins Into Long-Term Success in Schools Follow Doug on Twitter @douglasreeves Visit the Creative Leadership website About Douglas Reeves, PhD Douglas Reeves, PhD is the founder of Creative Leadership Solutions. The author of more than 30 books and 80 articles on leadership and organizational effectiveness, he has worked in all 50 US states and more than 20 countries around the world.

Jan 6, 2020 • 24:59

Adam Drummond—The Instructional Change Agent: 48 Ways to Be the Leader Your School Needs

Adam Drummond—The Instructional Change Agent: 48 Ways to Be the Leader Your School Needs

Get the book, The Instructional Change Agent: 48 Ways To Be The Leader Your School Needs Follow Adam on Twitter @adamddrummond Visit Adam's Blog About Adam Drummond Dr. Adam Drummond is the Director of Professional Learning at the International Center for Leadership in Education. With a range of K-12 experience as a teacher and principal, […] The post Adam Drummond—The Instructional Change Agent: 48 Ways to Be the Leader Your School Needs appeared first on The Principal Center.

Jan 3, 2020 • 33:01

Adam Drummond—The Instructional Change Agent: 48 Ways to Be the Leader Your School Needs

Adam Drummond—The Instructional Change Agent: 48 Ways to Be the Leader Your School Needs

Get the book, The Instructional Change Agent: 48 Ways To Be The Leader Your School Needs Follow Adam on Twitter @adamddrummond Visit Adam's Blog About Adam Drummond Dr. Adam Drummond is the Director of Professional Learning at the International Center for Leadership in Education. With a range of K-12 experience as a teacher and principal, Adam’s servant leadership and passion for making change in the world has offered him the opportunity to work with students, teachers, and leaders across the c

Jan 3, 2020 • 33:01

Juliana Finegan—Teacher Onboarding

Juliana Finegan—Teacher Onboarding

Follow Juliana on Twitter @JulianaFinegan Visit the Learning Accelerator website About Juliana Finegan Juliana Finegan is a Managing Partner at The Learning Accelerator, leading their practitioner learning work. As an expert in blended and personalized learning and Title 1 educator for almost a decade, Juliana specializes in adult learning, designing tangible resources for practitioners, and engaging partnerships and networks to build strategic support throughout the ecosystem.

Dec 23, 2019 • 19:33

Douglas Reeves—Achieving Equity and Excellence: Achieving Equity and Excellence: Immediate Results From the Lessons of High-Poverty, High-Success Schools

Douglas Reeves—Achieving Equity and Excellence: Achieving Equity and Excellence: Immediate Results From the Lessons of High-Poverty, High-Success Schools

Get the book, Achieving Equity & Excellence: Immediate Results From the Lessons of High-Poverty, High-Success Schools Follow Doug on Twitter @douglasreeves Visit the Creative Leadership website About Douglas Reeves, PhD Douglas Reeves, PhD is the founder of Creative Leadership Solutions. The author of more than 30 books and 80 articles on leadership and organizational effectiveness, he has worked in all 50 US states and more than 20 countries around the world.

Dec 16, 2019 • 15:48

Kim Marshall—The Best of The Marshall Memo, Book One: Ideas and Action Steps to Energize Leadership, Teaching, and Learning

Kim Marshall—The Best of The Marshall Memo, Book One: Ideas and Action Steps to Energize Leadership, Teaching, and Learning

Get the book, The Best of the Marshall Memo Check out Kim's teacher and principal rubrics at MarshallMemo.com Learn more about the Instructional Leadership Association, our main program, which includes the Marshall Memo About Kim Marshall Kim Marshall is the author of The Marshall Memo, which reaches thousands of leaders each week. He spent 32 years with Boston Public Schools as a principal, teacher, and central office administrator, and regular speaks about teacher supervision and evaluation.

Dec 10, 2019 • 24:50

Keara Mascareñaz—The New Team Habits: A Guide to the New School Rules

Keara Mascareñaz—The New Team Habits: A Guide to the New School Rules

Get the book, The New Team Habits: A Guide to the New School Rules Follow Keara on Twitter @kearamas Listen to Anthony Kim discuss The New School Rules on Principal Center Radio About Keara Mascareñaz Keara Mascareñaz is the Managing Partner for Organizational Design at Education Elements. She focuses on organizational design and how to build and scale a culture of innovation in large systems. Keara leads work in change management, leadership development, school design, and strategic planning.

Nov 27, 2019 • 23:45

Lynmara Colón—Empower Our Girls: Opening the Door for Girls to Achieve More

Lynmara Colón—Empower Our Girls: Opening the Door for Girls to Achieve More

Get the book, Empower Our Girls: Opening the Door for Girls to Achieve More Follow Lynmara on Twitter @TheColon_s About Lynmara Colón Lynmara Colon is Director of English Language Learner Programs & Services in a Northern Virginia school district, as well as a former principal. She's the author, with Adam Welcome, of Empower Our Girls: Opening the Door for Girls to Achieve More

Nov 20, 2019 • 24:49

Andrea Ferrero—Pockets Change

Andrea Ferrero—Pockets Change

Visit the Pockets Change website Follow Andrea on Twitter @PocketsChange About Andrea Ferrero Andrea Ferrero is a global educator with more than a decade of K-12 experience. Looking for tools to break the cycle of poverty and empower learning communities, Andrea stepped into the world of financial literacy and edtech, and she's the founder of Pockets Change, an organization dedicated to inspiring financial capability through the universal language of Hip Hop pedagogy.

Nov 11, 2019 • 18:34

Richard Gerver—Education: A Manifesto for Change

Richard Gerver—Education: A Manifesto for Change

Get the book, Education: A Manifesto for Change Visit Richard Gerver's website  Follow Richard on Twitter @RichardGerver About Richard Gerver Richard Gerver is an internationally renowned educator, public speaker, and change expert. The author of four books, he is a former teacher and principal, and currently advises governments, corporations, and other large organizations on leadership, change, and innovation.

Nov 4, 2019 • 36:47

Stephanie Dean: Opportunity Culture—Extending the Reach of Excellent Teachers

Stephanie Dean: Opportunity Culture—Extending the Reach of Excellent Teachers

Visit the Opportunity Culture Website Learn more about Public Impact Follow Opportunity Culture on Twitter @OppCulture About Stephanie Dean Stephanie Dean is vice president of strategic policy advising and a senior consulting manager at Public Impact. Her work focuses on identifying and cultivating state policy conditions that help schools extend the reach of excellent teachers.

Oct 28, 2019 • 23:59

Doug Fisher and Nancy Frey—PLC+: Better Decisions and Greater Impact By Design

Doug Fisher and Nancy Frey—PLC+: Better Decisions and Greater Impact By Design

Visit the Fisher and Frey Website Follow Douglas on Twitter @dfishersdsu Follow Nancy on Twitter @NancyFrey Get the books, PLC+ and The PLC+ Playbook Learn more about PLC+ About The Authors Douglas Fisher & Nancy Frey are professors at San Diego State University and co-founders of Health Sciences High & Middle College, where their co-author Dominique Smith is Chief of Educational Services and Teacher Support.

Oct 22, 2019 • 54:01

Kevin Stoller—Creating Better Learning Environments

Kevin Stoller—Creating Better Learning Environments

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Creating Better Learning Environments Get the book, Creating Better Learning Environments, digitally Visit the Kay-Twelve Website Follow Kevin on Twitter, @KevinStoller About Kevin Stoller Kevin Stoller is the author of Creating Better Learning Environments and host of the podcast Better Learning.

Oct 18, 2019 • 32:17

Katie White—Unlocked: Assessment as the Key to Everyday Creativity in the Classroom

Katie White—Unlocked: Assessment as the Key to Everyday Creativity in the Classroom

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Unlocked: Assessment as the Key to Everyday Creativity in the Classroom Visit Katie's Website Follow Katie on Twitter @KatieWhite426 About Katie White Katie White is an author and consultant based in Saskatchewan who works with school leaders around the world. The author of two books, Katie has been a district and in-school administrator, a learning coach, and a K-12 classroom teacher.

Oct 7, 2019 • 23:04

Eileen Depka—Letting Data Lead: How to Design, Analyze, and Respond to Classroom Assessment

Eileen Depka—Letting Data Lead: How to Design, Analyze, and Respond to Classroom Assessment

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Letting Data Lead: How to Design, Analyze, and Respond to Classroom Assessment Follow Eileen on Twitter @eileen_depka About Eileen Depka, PhD Eileen Depka, PhD is an avid educator who is committed to student achievement and teacher growth. An internationally known assessment expert, she's the author of 8 books, including

Sep 30, 2019 • 32:55

Jane Kise—Step In, Step Up: Empowering Women for the School Leadership Journey

Jane Kise—Step In, Step Up: Empowering Women for the School Leadership Journey

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Step In, Step Up: Empowering Women for the School Leadership Journey Visit Jane's Website Follow Jane on Twitter @JaneKise About Dr. Jane Kise Dr. Jane Kise is an author, executive coach, and education consultant who works to create environments that everyone wants to be in. She's the author of 26 books, including her new book Step In, Step Up.

Sep 27, 2019 • 24:54

Natalie Wexler—The Knowledge Gap: The Hidden Cause of America's Broken Education System—And How To Fix It

Natalie Wexler—The Knowledge Gap: The Hidden Cause of America's Broken Education System—And How To Fix It

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, The Knowledge Gap: The Hidden Cause of America's Broken Education System—And How To Fix It Visit Natalie's Website Read an excerpt from The Knowledge Gap (featured in The Atlantic) Follow Natalie on Twitter @natwexler About Natalie Wexler Natalie Wexler is an education journalist whose work has appeared in The New York Times, The Atlantic, and the Washington Post.

Sep 23, 2019 • 35:21

Paul Tough—The Years That Matter Most: How College Makes or Breaks Us

Paul Tough—The Years That Matter Most: How College Makes or Breaks Us

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, The Years That Matter Most: How College Makes Or Breaks Us Visit Paul's Website Follow Paul on Twitter @paultough About Paul Tough Paul Tough is the author of Helping Children Succeed and How Children Succeed, which spent more than a year on the New York Times hardcover and paperback bestseller lists and was translated into twenty-eight languages. He is also the author of Whatever It Takes: Geoffrey Canada’s Quest to Change Harlem and

Sep 16, 2019 • 19:06

Carla Tantillo Philibert—Everyday Self-Care for Educators: Tools and Strategies for Well-Being

Carla Tantillo Philibert—Everyday Self-Care for Educators: Tools and Strategies for Well-Being

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Everyday Self-Care for Educators: Tools and Strategies for Well-Being Visit Carla's website Follow Carla on Twitter @coolclassroom About Carla Tantillo Philibert Carla Tantillo Philibert is the Founder of Mindful Practices and a sought-after speaker and consultant on social-emotional learning. She's the author of Cooling Down Your Classroom and the Everyday SEL series for Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle, and High School teachers.

Sep 9, 2019 • 39:11

Scott Young—Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career.

Scott Young—Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career.

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career Visit Scott's website Follow Scott on Twitter @ScottHYoung About Scott Young Scott Young is a writer who takes on interesting self-education projects, including learning quantum physics in a month, and four languages in a year, and he's the author of Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career.

Sep 3, 2019 • 26:18

Barbara Blackburn—Rigor and Differentiation in the Classroom: Tools and Strategies

Barbara Blackburn—Rigor and Differentiation in the Classroom: Tools and Strategies

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Rigor and Differentiation in the Classroom: Tools and Strategies Visit Barbara's website Follow Barbara on Twitter @barbblackburn About Barbara Blackburn, PhD Barbara Blackburn, PhD is the author of more than two dozen books and a full-time consultant who works with schools around the world to help raise the level of rigor and motivation for professional educators and students alike.

Aug 27, 2019 • 31:05

Esther Wojcicki—How To Raise Successful People: Simple Lessons for Radical Results

Esther Wojcicki—How To Raise Successful People: Simple Lessons for Radical Results

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, How to Raise Successful People: Simple Lessons for Radical Results Visit Esther's Website Follow Esther on Twitter @EstherWojcicki About Esther Wojcicki Esther Wojcicki is a leading American educator, journalist, and mother. A leader in blended learning and the integration of technology into education, she is the founder of the Media Arts programs at Palo Alto High School and the vice chair of Creative Commons, and was also instrumen

Aug 12, 2019 • 34:58

David Kirp—The College Dropout Scandal

David Kirp—The College Dropout Scandal

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, The College Dropout Scandal Follow David on Twitter @DavidKirp About David Kirp David Kirp is a professor at the University of California at Berkeley, a contributing writer at The New York Times, a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and a member of […] The post David Kirp—The College Dropout Scandal appeared first on The Principal Center.

Aug 9, 2019 • 26:11

Brad Gustafson—Reclaiming Our Calling: Hold on to the Heart, Mind, and Hope of Education

Brad Gustafson—Reclaiming Our Calling: Hold on to the Heart, Mind, and Hope of Education

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Reclaiming Our Calling: Hold on to the Heart, Mind, and Hope of Education Visit Brad's website  Follow Brad on Twitter @GustafsonBrad About Brad Gustafson Dr. Brad Gustafson is an elementary principal, author, and speaker. He believes schools can be spaces where creativity and innovation thrive.

Aug 2, 2019 • 34:52

Anthony Muhammad—Time for Change: Four Essential Skills for Transformational School and District Leaders

Anthony Muhammad—Time for Change: Four Essential Skills for Transformational School and District Leaders

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Time for Change: Four Essential Skills for Transformational School and District Leaders Visit the New Frontier 21 Website Follow Anthony on Twitter @newfrontier21 About Anthony Muhammad, PhD Anthony Muhammad, PhD, is an internationally known educational consultant, a former middle and high school principal, and the author of numerous books, including Transforming School Culture: How to Overcome Staff Division.

Jul 22, 2019 • 37:08

Angela Watson—40-Hour Teacher Workweek Club

Angela Watson—40-Hour Teacher Workweek Club

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit The Cornerstone For Teachers Website Visit the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Club Website Follow Angela on Twitter @Angela_Watson About Angela Watson Angela Watson is a National Board-Certified Teacher, author, speaker, and the creator of the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Club.

Jul 11, 2019 • 14:33

Tom Schimmer, Cassandra Erkens & Nicole Dimich Vagle—Growing Tomorrow's Citizens in Today's Classrooms

Tom Schimmer, Cassandra Erkens & Nicole Dimich Vagle—Growing Tomorrow's Citizens in Today's Classrooms

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Growing Tomorrow’s Citizens in Today’s Classrooms: Assessing Seven Critical Competencies Follow Tom on Twitter @TomSchimmer Follow Cassandra on Twitter @cerkens Follow Nicole on Twitter @NicoleVagle About The Authors Tom Schimmer is an author and a speaker with expertise in assessment, grading, leadership, and behavioral support. He is a former district-level leader, school administrator, and teacher. Cassandra Erkens is a presenter, facil

Jun 17, 2019 • 38:57

Jarod Bormann—Professionally Driven: Empower Every Educator To Redefine PD

Jarod Bormann—Professionally Driven: Empower Every Educator To Redefine PD

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Professionally Driven: Empower Every Educator To Redefine PD Visit the Professionally Driven Website Follow Jarod on Twitter @JBormann3 About Jarod Bormann Jarod is an instructional coach, speaker, and author of Professionally Driven: Empower Every Educator To Redefine PD.

Jun 3, 2019 • 23:51

Catlin Tucker—Power Up Blended Learning: A Professional Learning Infrastructure to Support Sustainable Change

Catlin Tucker—Power Up Blended Learning: A Professional Learning Infrastructure to Support Sustainable Change

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Power Up Blended Learning: A Professional Learning Infrastructure to Support Sustainable Change Visit Catlin's Website Follow Catlin on Twitter @Catlin_Tucker About Catlin Tucker Catlin Tucker is an educator, speaker, author, and blended learning consultant and the author of four books, including Power Up Blended Learning: A Professional Learning Infrastructure to Support Sustainable Change

May 27, 2019 • 22:11

Jane Kise—Holistic Leadership, Thriving Schools: Twelve Lenses to Balance Priorities and Serve the Whole Student

Jane Kise—Holistic Leadership, Thriving Schools: Twelve Lenses to Balance Priorities and Serve the Whole Student

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Holistic Leadership, Thriving Schools: Twelve Lenses to Balance Priorities and Serve the Whole Student Visit Jane's Website Follow Jane on Twitter @JaneKise About Jane Kise Dr. Jane Kise is an author, executive coach, and education consultant who works to create environments that everyone wants to be in. She's the author of 26 books, including her new book Holistic Leadership, Thriving Schools: Twelve Lenses to Balance Priorities and S

May 21, 2019 • 25:06

Brad Weinstein—Hacking School Discipline: 9 Ways to Create a Culture of Empathy and Responsibility Using Restorative Justice

Brad Weinstein—Hacking School Discipline: 9 Ways to Create a Culture of Empathy and Responsibility Using Restorative Justice

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Hacking School Discipline: 9 Ways to Create a Culture of Empathy and Responsibility Using Restorative Justice Visit the Hacking School Discipline website Visit the Behavior Flip website Follow Brad on Twitter @WeinsteinEDU About Brad Weinstein Brad Weinstein is Director of Curriculum and Instruction at Purdue Polytechnic High School Network in Indianapolis, Indiana, and the co-founder of Behavior Flip, a restorative behavior management

May 13, 2019 • 20:02

David Kirp—The College Dropout Scandal

David Kirp—The College Dropout Scandal

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, The College Dropout Scandal Follow David on Twitter @DavidKirp About David Kirp David Kirp is a professor at the University of California at Berkeley, a contributing writer at The New York Times, a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and a member of the National Academy of Education. He served on President Obama's 2008 education policy transition team, and previously appeared on Principal Center Radio to discuss his b

May 6, 2019 • 26:11

Gary Jones—Evidence-based School Leadership and Management: A Practical Guide

Gary Jones—Evidence-based School Leadership and Management: A Practical Guide

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Evidence-Based School Leadership and Management: A Practical Guide Visit Gary's website Follow Gary on Twitter @DrGaryJones About Gary Jones Dr. Gary Jones is a post-secondary educational leader based in the Bailiwick of Jersey, one of the Channel Islands. He is the author of Evidence-Based School Leadership and Management: A Practical Guide.

May 6, 2019 • 26:53

Baruti Kafele—Is My School a Better School Because I Lead It?

Baruti Kafele—Is My School a Better School Because I Lead It?

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Is My School a Better School Because I Lead It? Visit Principal Kafele's website Follow Baruti on Twitter @principalkafele About Baruti Kafele Baruti Kafele, better known as Principal Kafele, is a sought-after speaker, as well as an award-winning teacher and principal. He's the author of numerous books, including Closing the Attitude Gap, Motivating Black Males to Achieve in School and in Life and The Principal 50: Critical Questions f

Apr 29, 2019 • 27:46

Rebecca Stobaugh—Fifty Strategies to Boost Cognitive Engagement: Creating a Thinking Culture in the Classroom

Rebecca Stobaugh—Fifty Strategies to Boost Cognitive Engagement: Creating a Thinking Culture in the Classroom

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Fifty Strategies to Boost Cognitive Engagement: Creating a Thinking Culture in the Classroom Visit the Create Excellence website Follow Rebecca on Twitter @rebeccastobaugh About Rebecca Stobaugh Dr. Rebecca Stobaugh is an associate professor at Western Kentucky University. A former middle school principal and teacher, she's the author of six books on critical thinking, including Fifty Strategies to Boost Cognitive Engagement: Creating

Apr 22, 2019 • 21:46

Jared Horvath—Stop Talking, Start Influencing: 12 Insights From Brain Science to Make Your Message Stick

Jared Horvath—Stop Talking, Start Influencing: 12 Insights From Brain Science to Make Your Message Stick

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Stop Talking, Start Influencing: 12 Insights From Brain Science to Make Your Message Stick Visit the Learning Made Easy website Follow Jared on Twitter @jchorvath About Jared Horvath Jared Horvath is a cognitive neuroscientist based out of the University of Melbourne specializing in human thought, learning and brain stimulation. His work has been featured in the New Yorker, the Economist, the Atlantic, the New York Times, Scientific Am

Apr 15, 2019 • 27:21

Sophie Riegel—Don't Tell Me To Relax: One Teen's Journey to Survive Anxiety (and How You Can Too)

Sophie Riegel—Don't Tell Me To Relax: One Teen's Journey to Survive Anxiety (and How You Can Too)

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Don't Tell Me to Relax!: One Teen's Journey to Survive Anxiety and How You Can Too Visit Sophie's website Follow Sophie on Instagram @dont.tell.me.to.relax About Sophie Riegel Sophie Riegel is currently a high school senior and a mental health advocate working to reduce the stigma around mental health issues. She's headed to Duke University next, and she's the author of Don't Tell Me to Relax!: One Teen's Journey to Survive Anxiety and

Apr 8, 2019 • 21:39

Alex Kajitani—Owning It: Proven Strategies to Ace and Embrace Teaching

Alex Kajitani—Owning It: Proven Strategies to Ace and Embrace Teaching

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Owning It: Proven Strategies to Ace and Embrace Teaching Visit Alex's website Visit the Multiplication Nation website Listen to Alex discuss Multiplication Nation on Principal Center Radio  Follow Alex on Twitter @AlexKajitani About Alex Kajitani Alex Kajitani is a California Teacher of the Year, and the author of three books. A sought-after speaker, he is the founder of Multiplication Nation, an online program to help students master

Apr 2, 2019 • 32:01

Jennifer Abrams—Swimming in the Deep End: Four Foundational Skills for Leading Successful School Initiatives

Jennifer Abrams—Swimming in the Deep End: Four Foundational Skills for Leading Successful School Initiatives

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Swimming in the Deep End: Four Foundational Skills for Leading Successful School Initiatives Visit Jennifer's Website Follow Jennifer on Twitter @JenniferAbrams About Jennifer Abrams Jennifer Abrams is an international educational and communications consultant for public and independent schools, hospitals, universities and non-profits. Jennifer trains and coaches teachers, administrators, and others on new employee support, supervision

Mar 26, 2019 • 25:15

Brad and Tonya Balch—Building Great School Counselor–Administrator Teams

Brad and Tonya Balch—Building Great School Counselor–Administrator Teams

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Building Great School Counselor-Administrator Teams Follow Bradley on Twitter @BalchBrad Follow Tonya on Twitter @TonyaBalch About The Authors Tonya C. Balch, PhD, is a professor in counseling and a fac­ulty member in the Department of Communication Disorders and Counseling, School, and Educational Psychology at Indiana State University. Tonya is a former school counselor who worked with students in grades 7-12 in West Central Indiana.

Mar 18, 2019 • 21:19

Ellen Feig Gray—Hacking School Culture: Designing Compassionate Classrooms

Ellen Feig Gray—Hacking School Culture: Designing Compassionate Classrooms

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Hacking School Culture: Designing Compassionate Classrooms Visit CompassionateClassrooms.org Follow Ellen on Twitter @EllenFeigGray Visit Ellen's Website, ParentWithPerspective.com Follow Angela Stockman on Twitter @AngelaStockman About Ellen Feig Gray Ellen Feig Gray is the founder of Parent with Perspective. A developmental psychology researcher and positive psychology practitioner, she's the author, with Angela Stockman, of Hacking

Mar 12, 2019 • 21:41

Mike Fisher—Hacking Instructional Design: 33 Extraordinary Ways to Create a Contemporary Curriculum

Mike Fisher—Hacking Instructional Design: 33 Extraordinary Ways to Create a Contemporary Curriculum

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Hacking Instructional Design: 33 Extraordinary Ways to Create a Contemporary Curriculum Visit Mike's Website, Digigogy.com Follow Mike on Twitter @fisher1000 Follow Elizabeth on Twitter @elizabethfisher Bonus: Download the Free 61-Page Instructional Design Packet About Mike Fisher Mike Fisher is a writer, curriculum designer, and instructional coach who helps schools revitalize and modernize their curriculum.

Mar 4, 2019 • 27:02

Jimmy Casas, Jeffrey Zoul & Todd Whitaker—10 Perspectives on Innovation in Education

Jimmy Casas, Jeffrey Zoul & Todd Whitaker—10 Perspectives on Innovation in Education

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, 10 Perspectives on Innovation in Education Visit Jimmy's Website Follow Jimmy on Twitter @casas_jimmy Visit Jeff's Blog Follow Jeff on Twitter @jeff_zoul Visit Todd's Website Follow Todd on Twitter @ToddWhitaker Visit the ConnectEDD Website About The Authors Jimmy Casas is an educator, bestselling author, and speaker with 22 years of school leadership experience.  Jeff Zoul is a lifelong teacher, leader, and learner. After many years o

Feb 25, 2019 • 25:21

Shawn Rubin & Cathy Sanford—Pathways to Personalization: A Framework for School Change

Shawn Rubin & Cathy Sanford—Pathways to Personalization: A Framework for School Change

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Pathways to Personalization: A Framework for School Change Visit The Pathways to Personalization Website Visit the Highlander Institute Website Follow Shawn on Twitter @ShawnCRubin Follow Cathy on Twitter @CSanford42 Follow the Highlander Institute @HighlanderInst About The Authors Cathy Sanford leads research and development efforts at Highlander Institute, and Shawn Rubin is the chief education officer at Highlander Institute, and he

Feb 20, 2019 • 30:11

Peter Dewitt—Coach It Further: Using the Art of Coaching to Improve School Leadership

Peter Dewitt—Coach It Further: Using the Art of Coaching to Improve School Leadership

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Coach It Further: Using the Art of Coaching to Improve School Leadership Visit Peter's Website Follow Peter on Twitter @PeterMDeWitt About Dr. Peter Dewitt Dr. Peter DeWitt is an education consultant focusing on collaborative leadership and fostering inclusive school climates. Within North America, his work has been adopted at the university and state level, and he works with numerous districts, school boards, regional and state organi

Feb 11, 2019 • 25:24

Michael McDowell—The Lead Learner: Improving Clarity, Coherence, and Capacity for All

Michael McDowell—The Lead Learner: Improving Clarity, Coherence, and Capacity for All

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, The Lead Learner: Improving Clarity, Coherence, and Capacity for All. Follow Michael on Twitter @mmcdowell13 About Michael McDowell, PhD Dr. Michael McDowell is Superintendent of the Ross School District outside of San Francisco, and an expert in project-based learning and professional development. He's the author of three books, including The Lead Learner: Improving Clarity, Coherence, and Capacity for All.

Feb 4, 2019 • 25:09

Aaron White—Script

Aaron White—Script

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the Script App Website Follow Script on Twitter @Scriptedu About Aaron White Aaron White is CEO & Co-founder of Script. He has previously served as IT director of a charter network, and his current focus is helping schools go paperless and cashless with Script.

Jan 21, 2019 • 14:20

Larry Hausner—The Principal Coaching Model: How To Plan, Design, and Implement a Successful Program

Larry Hausner—The Principal Coaching Model: How To Plan, Design, and Implement a Successful Program

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, The Principal Coaching Model: How to Plan, Design, and Implement a Successful Program Visit Larry's website Follow Larry on Twitter @HausnerLarry About Dr. Larry Hausner Dr. Larry Hausner is an experienced principal with more than 14 years in the position. He is a professor at USC and the founder of Coaching School Leadership, a firm dedicated to providing coaching services to principals nationwide.

Jan 14, 2019 • 24:08

Barbara Blackburn & Bradley Witzel—Rigor in the RTI & MTSS Classroom

Barbara Blackburn & Bradley Witzel—Rigor in the RTI & MTSS Classroom

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Rigor in the RTI and MTSS Classroom: Practical Tools and Strategies Visit Barbara's website Follow Brad on Twitter @BradWitzel Follow Barbara on Twitter @barbblackburn About Barbara Blackburn, PhD Barbara Blackburn, PhD is the author of 22 books and a full-time consultant who works with schools around the world to help raise the level of rigor and motivation for professional educators and students alike. About Dr. Bradley Witzel Dr. Br

Jan 7, 2019 • 32:49

Monica Burns—Tasks Before Apps: Designing Rigorous Learning in a Tech-Rich Classroom

Monica Burns—Tasks Before Apps: Designing Rigorous Learning in a Tech-Rich Classroom

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the Tasks Before Apps: Designing Rigorous Learning in a Tech-Rich Classroom Visit the ClassTechTips website About Monica Burns PhD. Dr. Monica Burns is a Curriculum and EdTech Consultant, Apple Distinguished Educator and Founder of ClassTechTips.com. She's a featured speaker at the upcoming FETC, the Future of Education Technology Conference, and she's the author of Tasks Before Apps: Designing Rigorous Learning in a Tech-Rich Classroom.

Dec 17, 2018 • 21:02

Luthern Williams—New Roads School

Luthern Williams—New Roads School

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the New Roads School website Visit the New Roads School Facebook Page Follow New Roads School on Instagram About Luthern Williams Luthern Williams is Head of School at New Roads School in Santa Monica, California. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and Harvard University, his career in educational leadership spans more than 20 years.

Dec 10, 2018 • 21:33

Tamara Fyke—Building People: Social-Emotional Learning for Kids, Families, Schools, and Communities

Tamara Fyke—Building People: Social-Emotional Learning for Kids, Families, Schools, and Communities

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Building People: Social-Emotional Learning for Kids, Families, Schools, and Communities Visit the Love In A Big World website Follow Tamara on Twitter @Tamara_Fyke Follow Love In A Big World on Twitter @LoveInABigWorld About Tamara Fyke Tamara Fyke is an author, speaker, and expert on social and emotional learning, and she's the creator of the Love In A Big World curriculum, and the editor and Building People: Social-Emotional Learning

Dec 3, 2018 • 32:06

Anneke Markholt and Joanna Michelson—Leading for Professional Learning: What Successful Principals Do To Support Teaching Practice

Anneke Markholt and Joanna Michelson—Leading for Professional Learning: What Successful Principals Do To Support Teaching Practice

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Leading for Professional Learning: What Successful Principals Do To Support Teaching Practice Visit the Center for Educational Leadership website About Dr. Anneke Markholt Dr. Anneke Markholt is an associate director with the University of Washington Center for Educational Leadership (CEL), and affiliate faculty of educational leadership and policy studies in the University of Washington College of Education. Dr. Markholt is the co-aut

Nov 19, 2018 • 22:16

Robert Avossa—FETC

Robert Avossa—FETC

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the Future of Education Technology Conference website About Dr. Robert Avossa Dr. Robert Avossa is Senior Vice-President of Education at LRP Media Group, where he oversees the Future of Education Technology Conference, which we're here to talk about today. Dr. Avossa previously served as Superintendent of Palm Beach County and Fulton County Schools in Georgia.

Nov 12, 2018 • 19:41

Cinque Henderson—Sit Down and Shut Up: How Discipline Can Set Students Free

Cinque Henderson—Sit Down and Shut Up: How Discipline Can Set Students Free

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Sit Down and Shut Up: How Discipline Can Set Students Free Follow Cinque on Twitter @jesuiscinque Visit Cinque's website About Cinque Henderson Cinque Henderson is a writer whose work has appeared in the Washington Post, Newsweek, and on TV networks including HBO and Showtime. A graduate of Harvard University, Cinque spent a year as a substitute teacher in the Los Angeles area, an experience that informed his new book, Sit Down and Shu

Nov 5, 2018 • 29:59

Kimberly Mitchell—Experience Inquiry: 5 Powerful Strategies, 50 Practical Experiences

Kimberly Mitchell—Experience Inquiry: 5 Powerful Strategies, 50 Practical Experiences

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Experience Inquiry: 5 Powerful Strategies, 50 Practical Experiences Follow Kimberly on Twitter @inquiryfive Visit the Inquiry Partners website About Kimberly Mitchell Kimberly Mitchell is a writer, workshop leader and speaker with a focus on deeper learning and inquiry-based teaching practices. Currently teaching at the University of Washington's College of Education, her previous experience includes serving as a principal and teacher

Oct 29, 2018 • 25:56

Amy Jenkins & Kira Keane—Strategic Communication for Families & Stakeholders

Amy Jenkins & Kira Keane—Strategic Communication for Families & Stakeholders

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Communicating Personalized Learning to Families and Stakeholders: Terminology, Tools and Tips for Success: A guide to creating informative conversations and preventing miscommunication about personalized learning Communications Planning for Innovation in Education: A how-to guide with real-world district examples and tools Blended & Personalized Learning at Work: A collection of free resources, strategies, and examples of personalized learning in action Follo

Oct 22, 2018 • 21:22

Cristal Glangchai—Venture Girls: Raising Girls To Be Tomorrow's Leaders

Cristal Glangchai—Venture Girls: Raising Girls To Be Tomorrow's Leaders

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, VentureGirls: Raising Girls to be Tomorrow's Leaders Visit Cristal's Website Follow Cristal on Twitter @luzcristal23 About Cristal Glangchai Cristal Glanchai, PhD is a scientist, entrepreneur, and mentor with a passion for teaching and engaging girls in entrepreneurship, science, and technology. She is the founder and CEO of VentureLab, and previously founded a nanotechnology drug delivery company and ran the Idea to Product Program at the Unive

Oct 17, 2018 • 16:08

Amy Dujon—The Gritty Truth of School Transformation: Eight Phases of Growth to Instructional Rigor

Amy Dujon—The Gritty Truth of School Transformation: Eight Phases of Growth to Instructional Rigor

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, The Gritty Truth of School Transformation: Eight Phases of Growth to Instructional Rigor Follow Amy on Twitter @AmyDujon Visit Amy's Learning Sciences author page Read Amy's blog post, Lesson Planning: 6 Steps for Aligning Student Tasks With Learning Targets About Amy M. Dujon Amy M. Dujon is a practice leader with Learning Sciences International and a former director for leadership development, principal, and teacher. Dujon led one of the first

Oct 9, 2018 • 21:36

Robyn Jackson—Never Work Harder Than Your Students and Other Principles of Great Teaching

Robyn Jackson—Never Work Harder Than Your Students and Other Principles of Great Teaching

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Never Work Harder Than Your Students & Other Principles of Great Teaching (2nd Edition) Follow Robyn on Twitter @Robyn_Mindsteps Visit the Mindsteps webiste Listen to the School Leadership Reimagined podcast About Robyn Jackson PhD Robyn Jackson, PhD., is the founder of Mindsteps and the host of School Leadership Re-Imagined, the podcast for school administrators, instructional coaches, and teacher leaders. She's the award-winning author of 10 b

Oct 2, 2018 • 26:02

Jessica Cabeen, Jessica Johnson, and Sarah Johnson—Balance Like a Pirate: Going beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator (A Lead Like a PIRATE Guide)

Jessica Cabeen, Jessica Johnson, and Sarah Johnson—Balance Like a Pirate: Going beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator (A Lead Like a PIRATE Guide)

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Balance Like a Pirate: Going beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator (A Lead Like a PIRATE Guide) Follow Jessica Cabeen on Twitter @JessicaCabeen Follow Jessica Johnson on Twitter @PrincipalJ Follow Sarah Johnson on Twitter @SarahSaJohnson Follow Balance Like a Pirate on Twitter @BalanceLap and use the hashtag #BalanceLAP About the Authors Jessica Cabeen, Jessica Johnson, and Sarah Johnson are three educators who rep

Sep 27, 2018 • 22:08

Mark Perna—Answering Why: Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations

Mark Perna—Answering Why: Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Answering Why: Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations For Free Resources (such as an in-depth Book Study Guide, Action Guide, and Parent/Child Conversation Starter) Visit Mark's Website Follow Mark on Twitter @markperna About Mark C. Perna Mark C. Perna is an international expert on Generations Y and Z, and the founder and CEO of TFS, a consulting firm helping educators and employers unleash the tremendous potential

Sep 17, 2018 • 27:58

Barbara Oakley—Learning How to Learn: How to Succeed in School Without Spending All Your Time Studying; A Guide for Kids and Teens

Barbara Oakley—Learning How to Learn: How to Succeed in School Without Spending All Your Time Studying; A Guide for Kids and Teens

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit Barbara's Website Follow Barbara on Twitter @barbaraoakley About Barbara Oakley, PhD Barbara Oakley, PhD is professor of engineering at Oakland University, and the creator of several wildly popular Coursera courses including Mindshift: Break Through Obstacles to Learning and Discover Your Hidden Potential, and Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects. She's the author of Learning How to Learn How to Succeed in Schoo

Sep 10, 2018 • 19:16

Amy McGrath—ASU Prep Digital

Amy McGrath—ASU Prep Digital

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the ASU Prep Digital Website Follow Amy on Twitter @AmcgrathAmy About Amy McGrath Amy is the Chief Operating Officer at ASU Prep Digital as Associate Vice President of Education Outreach at Arizona State University.

Aug 31, 2018 • 24:08

Barbara Blackburn—Rigor & Assessment in the Classroom

Barbara Blackburn—Rigor & Assessment in the Classroom

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Rigor In Your School: A Toolkit for Leaders Follow Barbara on Twitter @barbblackburn Visit Barbara's website Free Resources from BarbaraBlackburnOnline About Barbara Blackburn, PhD Barbara Blackburn, PhD is the author of 19 books and a full-time consultant who works with schools around the world to help raise the level of rigor and motivation for professional educators and students alike. Dr. Blackburn has been named to the Top 30 Education Guru

Aug 20, 2018 • 17:48

Jim Henderson—3Q Check-In System

Jim Henderson—3Q Check-In System

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the 3Q Check-in website About Jim Henderson Dr. Jim Henderson is the creator and head coach of the 3Q Check-In System. You may have heard him on This American Life or seen his live stage events with William Paul Young, author of The Shack.

Aug 13, 2018 • 20:18

Guillaume Gendre—School By Design

Guillaume Gendre—School By Design

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the School By Design website About Guillaume Gendre Guillaume Gendre is a senior school design expert for School by Design, where he helps districts design the schools students and teachers need with the resources they have. He has 20 years’ experience in the field of education and has previously been a principal in Washington, DC and Hartford, CT, and an assessment specialist for the Oregon Department of Education.

Aug 6, 2018 • 32:47

Barbara Blackburn—Rigor In Your School: A Toolkit for Leaders

Barbara Blackburn—Rigor In Your School: A Toolkit for Leaders

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Rigor In Your School: A Toolkit for Leaders Follow Barbara on Twitter @barbblackburn Visit Barbara's website Free Resources from BarbaraBlackburnOnline About Barbara Blackburn, PhD Barbara Blackburn, PhD is the author of 18 books and a full-time consultant who works with schools around the world to help raise the […] The post Barbara Blackburn—Rigor In Your School: A Toolkit for Leaders appeared first on The Principal Center.

Jul 16, 2018 • 27:24

Robyn Jackson—Never Underestimate Your Teachers: Instructional Leadership for Excellence in Every Classroom

Robyn Jackson—Never Underestimate Your Teachers: Instructional Leadership for Excellence in Every Classroom

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Never Underestimate Your Teachers: Instructional Leadership for Excellence in Every Classroom Follow Robyn on Twitter @Robyn_Mindsteps Visit the Mindsteps webiste Listen to the School Leadership Reimagined podcast About Robyn Jackson, PhD Robyn Jackson, PhD., is the founder of Mindsteps and the host of School Leadership Re-Imagined, the podcast for school administrators, instructional coaches, and teacher leaders. She's the award-winning author

Jul 16, 2018 • 35:46

Ilana Horn—Motivated: Designing Math Classrooms Where Students Want to Join In

Ilana Horn—Motivated: Designing Math Classrooms Where Students Want to Join In

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Motivated: Designing Math Classrooms Where Students Want to Join In Follow Ilana on Twitter @ilana_horn About Ilana Horn Ilana Seidel Horn, PhD is Professor of Mathematics Education at Vanderbilt University's Peabody College, where her research and teaching center on ways to make authentic mathematics accessible to students, particularly those who have historically been disenfranchised by our educational system. She is the author of numerous sch

Jul 2, 2018 • 22:23

Julie Wilson—The Human Side of Changing Education: How to Lead Change With Clarity, Conviction, and Courage

Julie Wilson—The Human Side of Changing Education: How to Lead Change With Clarity, Conviction, and Courage

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, The Human Side of Changing Education: How to Lead Change With Clarity, Conviction, and Courage Visit the Institute for the Future of Learning Website Follow Julie on Twitter @juliemargretta Bonus Content: Listen to Julie and Justin talk more about organizational change About Julie M. Wilson Julie Margretta Wilson is the founder and executive director of the Institute for the Future of Learning. An alumnus of the Harvard Graduate School of Educat

Jun 26, 2018 • 22:58

Elena Aguilar—Onward: Cultivating Emotional Resilience in Educators

Elena Aguilar—Onward: Cultivating Emotional Resilience in Educators

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Onward: Cultivating Emotional Resilience in Educators Visit the OnwardTheBook Website Visit the Bright Morning Consulting Website Follow Elena on Twitter @artofcoaching1 About Elena Aguilar Elena Aguilar is the founder and president of Bright Morning Consulting, an educational consulting group that works around the world supporting educators to meet the needs of children. She is the author of The Art of Coaching and The Art of Coaching Teams and

Jun 18, 2018 • 28:05

Marlena Hebern—The EduProtocol Field Guide: 16 Student-Centered Lesson Frames for Infinite Learning Possibilities

Marlena Hebern—The EduProtocol Field Guide: 16 Student-Centered Lesson Frames for Infinite Learning Possibilities

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, The EduProtocol Field Guide: 16 Student-Centered Lesson Frames for Infinite Learning Possibilities Visit Marlena's Website Visit the EduProtocols Website Follow Marlena on Twitter @mhebern About Marlena Hebern Marlena Hebern is a Google Certified Innovator, Google Trainer, and co-founder of EdCamp Yosemite. She is the author, with Jon Corippo, of The EduProtocol Field Guide: 16 Student-Centered Lesson Frames for Infinite Learning Possibilities

Jun 11, 2018 • 22:15

Jack Jose and Krista Taylor—Angels and Superheroes Compassionate Educators in an Era of School Accountability

Jack Jose and Krista Taylor—Angels and Superheroes Compassionate Educators in an Era of School Accountability

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Angels and Superheroes Compassionate Educators in an Era of School Accountability Visit the Angels and Superheroes website About Jack Jose Jack Jose is the Principal of Gamble Montessori High School in Cincinnati Public Schools. Before coming to Gamble he was an English teacher and Paideia Program facilitator at Hughes Center, a CPS school, for 13 years. He has presented at conferences for the Ohio Council of the International Reading Associatio

Jun 4, 2018 • 32:04

Sonny Magana—Disruptive Classroom Technologies: A Framework for Innovation in Education

Sonny Magana—Disruptive Classroom Technologies: A Framework for Innovation in Education

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Disruptive Classroom Technologies: A Framework for Innovation in Education Visit Sonny's Website Follow Sonny on Twitter @SonnyMagana Learn more about the Project-Based Learning Network About Dr. Sonny Magana Dr. Sonny Magana is Milken Award-winning educator, author, and ed tech researcher. A sought-after speaker and consultant, he's the author, with Robert Marzano, of Enhancing the Art & Science of Teaching with Technology, as well as Disruptiv

Jun 1, 2018 • 23:02

Richard Gerver—Creating Tomorrow's Schools Today: Education - Our Children - Their Futures

Richard Gerver—Creating Tomorrow's Schools Today: Education - Our Children - Their Futures

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Creating Tomorrow's Schools Today: Education. Our Children. Their Future Visit Richard's Website Follow Richard on Twitter @RichardGerver About Richard Gerver Richard Gerver is an internationally renowned educator, public speaker, and change expert. The author of three books, he is a former teacher and principal, and currently advises governments, corporations, and other large organizations on leadership, change, and innovation.

May 21, 2018 • 29:40

Alex Kajitani—Multiplication Nation

Alex Kajitani—Multiplication Nation

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the Multiplication Nation website Visit Alex's website About Alex Kajitani Alex Kajitani is a California Teacher of the Year, and the author of three books. A sought-after speaker, he is the founder of Multiplication Nation, an online program to help students master their times tables and have fun doing it.

May 14, 2018 • 23:38

Jane Pollock—The i5 Approach: Lesson Planning That Teaches Thinking and Fosters Innovation

Jane Pollock—The i5 Approach: Lesson Planning That Teaches Thinking and Fosters Innovation

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, The i5 Approach: Lesson Planning That Teaches Thinking And Fosters Innovation Visit the Learning Horizon website About Jane E. Pollock, PhD Jane E Pollock, Ph.D., is president of Learning Horizon. She is the co-author of the ASCD bestseller, Classroom Instruction That Works (2001), works worldwide with teachers, coaches and principals on curriculum, instruction, assessment, and supervision. Her work results in improved student achievement at the

May 7, 2018 • 20:09

Denver Fowler—The 21st Century School Leader: Leading Schools in Today’s World

Denver Fowler—The 21st Century School Leader: Leading Schools in Today’s World

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Follow Denver on Twitter @DenverJFowler To pre-order the book, The 21st Century School Leader: Leading Schools in Today's World email darrin.griffiths@wordanddeedpublishing.com About Dr. Denver J. Fowler Dr. Denver J. Fowler is Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at California State University, Sacramento. A career educator, he was previously honored as the Ohio nominee for the NASSP National Assistant Principal of the Year Award.

May 1, 2018 • 14:58

Barbara Blackburn—The Principalship from A to Z

Barbara Blackburn—The Principalship from A to Z

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Follow Barbara on Twitter @BarbBlackburn Visit Barbara's Website  View a collection of Barbara's publications at Routledge.com About Barbara Blackburn, PhD Barbara Blackburn, PhD is the author of 18 books and a full-time consultant who works with schools around the world to help raise the level of rigor and motivation for professional educators and students alike. Dr. Blackburn has been named to the Top 30 Education Gurus by Global Gurus for 3 years running,

Apr 20, 2018 • 27:11

Rick Jetter—Let Them Speak: How Student Voice Can Transform Your School

Rick Jetter—Let Them Speak: How Student Voice Can Transform Your School

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the Let Them Speak! Website Follow Dr. Jetter on Twitter @RickJetter Visit Dr. Jetter's Website Follow Rebecca Coda on Twitter @RebeccaCoda Visit Rebecca Coda's Webisite About Dr. Rick Jetter Rick Jetter, Ph.D. is Lead Consultant and Partner at Pushing Boundaries Consulting. A former teacher, assistant principal, principal, assistant superintendent, and superintendent, and the author of 6 books.

Apr 17, 2018 • 18:01

Nathan Lang—Everyday Instructional Coaching: Seven Daily Drivers to Support Teacher Effectiveness

Nathan Lang—Everyday Instructional Coaching: Seven Daily Drivers to Support Teacher Effectiveness

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit Nathan's website Follow Nathan on Twitter @nalang1 Get Nathan's book, Everyday Instructional Coaching: Seven Daily Drivers to Support Teacher Effectiveness (Instructional Leadership and Coaching Strategies for Teacher Support) About Nathan D. Lang Dr. Nathan Lang is former science teacher and NASA educator, administrator, and ultimately director of Curriculum & Instruction for Nashville City Schools. He's currently Chief Education Officer for WeVideo, a

Apr 9, 2018 • 20:18

Jonathan Eckert—Leading Together: Teachers and Administrators Improving Student Outcomes

Jonathan Eckert—Leading Together: Teachers and Administrators Improving Student Outcomes

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Leading Together: Teachers and Administrators Improving Student Outcomes About Dr. Jonathan Eckert Dr. Jonathan Eckert is associate professor of education at Wheaton, and previously served as a Teaching Ambassador Fellow at the U.S. Department of Education under the Bush and Obama administrations. He works in teacher education at Wheaton, and with schools across the country to improve policies and teaching practice through the Center for Teachin

Apr 2, 2018 • 27:49

Mitch Weathers—Tier I Supports for Executive Functioning

Mitch Weathers—Tier I Supports for Executive Functioning

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Learn more about Organized Binder   About Mitch Weathers Mitch Weathers is a high school teacher, adjunct college professor, and the creator and founder of Organized Binder. Mitch designed Organized Binder to help all students achieve. Together with the Organized Binder Team he now helps teachers, parents, schools, districts, and colleges implement the system both nationally and internationally.

Mar 26, 2018 • 35:02

Barbara Blackburn—Advocacy from A to Z

Barbara Blackburn—Advocacy from A to Z

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Follow Barbara on Twitter @BarbBlackburn Visit Barbara's Website  View a collection of Barbara's publications at Routledge.com About Barbara Blackburn, PhD Barbara Blackburn, PhD is the author of 18 books and a full-time consultant who works with schools around the world to help raise the level of rigor and motivation for professional educators and students alike. Dr. Blackburn has been named to the Top 30 Education Gurus by Global Gurus for 3 years running,

Mar 19, 2018 • 25:34

Daniel P. Kelley—NASSP

Daniel P. Kelley—NASSP

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Follow Dan on Twitter @danielpkelley Visit Dan's website About Daniel P. Kelley Dan Kelley is President of NASSP, the National Association of Secondary School Principals and principal of Smithfield High School in Rhode Island. As a leader in education, Dan believes in challenging current instructional practices to provide creative and effective opportunities for students to learn, grow, and succeed. He is passionate about educational leadership that builds st

Mar 12, 2018 • 21:23

Brad Balch—Building Great School Board–Superintendent Teams A Systematic Approach to Balancing Roles and Responsibilities

Brad Balch—Building Great School Board–Superintendent Teams A Systematic Approach to Balancing Roles and Responsibilities

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Follow Brad on Twitter @Bradbalch Get the book, Building Great School Board–Superintendent Teams A Systematic Approach to Balancing Roles and Responsibilities About Brad Balch Brad Balch, PhD, is a professor and dean emeritus at Indiana State University. A former superintendent, principal, assistant principal, teacher, and school board member, as well as a board member of higher education governance bodies including the American Association of Colleges for Te

Mar 5, 2018 • 28:09

Daniel R. Venables—Facilitating Teacher Teams and Authentic PLCs: The Human Side of Leading People, Protocols, and Practices

Daniel R. Venables—Facilitating Teacher Teams and Authentic PLCs: The Human Side of Leading People, Protocols, and Practices

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the Authentic PLCs Website About Daniel R. Venables Daniel R. Venables is an Education Consultant and Executive Director of the Center for Authentic PLCs, home of the Grapple Institutes, where he helps schools in building, leading, and sustaining authentic Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). He is author of How Teachers Can Turn Data Into Action and The Practice of Authentic PLCs: A Guide to Effective Teacher Teams

Feb 26, 2018 • 16:38

Nadine Burke Harris—The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Adversity

Nadine Burke Harris—The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Adversity

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Adversity Read the New Yorker profile on Dr. Burke Harris by Paul Tough Take the ACE quiz on the NPR website Visit the Center for Youth Wellness website  Listen to Chris and Courtney Daikos on Principal Center Radio About Dr. Nadine Burke Harris Nadine Burke Harris, M.D., is founder and CEO of the Center for Youth Wellness in San Francisco’s Bayview-Hunters Point. She is the subject of

Feb 19, 2018 • 30:35

Anthony Kim—The NEW School Rules 6 Vital Practices for Thriving and Responsive Schools

Anthony Kim—The NEW School Rules 6 Vital Practices for Thriving and Responsive Schools

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, The NEW School Rules: 6 Vital Practices for Thriving and Responsive Schools Visit the Education Elements Website Visit The New School Rules Official Website Follow Anthony Kim on Twitter @anthonx About Anthony Kim Anthony Kim is a nationally recognized leader in education technology, school design, and personalized learning. He is the CEO and founder of Education Elements.

Feb 12, 2018 • 26:47

Dr. Victoria Bernhardt—Measuring What We Do in Schools: How to Know If What We Are Doing Is Making a Difference

Dr. Victoria Bernhardt—Measuring What We Do in Schools: How to Know If What We Are Doing Is Making a Difference

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Measuring What We Do in Schools: How to Know If What We Are Doing Is Making a Difference Visit the Education for the Future website About Dr. Victoria Bernhardt Victoria Bernhardt, PhD is Executive Director of Education for the Future, and professor emeritus at California State University—Chico. She's passionate about her mission of helping educators improve teaching and learning by gathering, analyzing, and using data. She is the author of 20+

Feb 8, 2018 • 25:17

Yong Zhao—Reach for Greatness: Personalizable Education for All Children

Yong Zhao—Reach for Greatness: Personalizable Education for All Children

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book, Reach for Greatness: Personalizable Education for All Children Visit Dr. Zhao's website Follow Dr. Zhao on twitter @YongZhaoEd About Dr. Yong Zhao Dr. Yong Zhao is a Foundation Distinguished Professor in the School of Education at the University of Kansas. He is also a professorial fellow at the Mitchell Institute for Health and Education Policy, Victoria University in Australia as well as a Global Chair at the University of Bath, UK. He previou

Jan 29, 2018 • 30:06

Peter Kraft—Evolution Labs

Peter Kraft—Evolution Labs

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the Evolution Labs website » Read the Huffington Post article "Creating Safe Digital Spaces for Learners to Explore Social-Emotional Topics" » About Peter Kraft Peter Kraft is the CEO and Co-Founder of Evolution Labs

Jan 15, 2018 • 19:12

Cassandra Erkens—Instructional Agility: Responding to Assessment with Real-Time Decisions

Cassandra Erkens—Instructional Agility: Responding to Assessment with Real-Time Decisions

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get Instructional Agility: Responding to Assessment With Real-Time Decisions Visit the Anam Cara Consulting website Follow Cassandra on Twitter @cerkens About Cassandra Erkens Cassandra Erkens is president of Anam Cara Consulting and is an internationally renowned expert in professional development and teacher training. The author of more than half a dozen books on assessment and leadership, she designs and provides training through the Solution Tree Assessme

Jan 8, 2018 • 28:23

John Hattie—Ten Mindframes for Visible Learning: Teaching for Success

John Hattie—Ten Mindframes for Visible Learning: Teaching for Success

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the Visible Learning website About Dr. John Hattie John Hattie is the researcher and author behind the enormously influential Visible Learning series, including his synthesis of more than 800 meta-analysis studies related to achievement. Dr. Hattie is Professor, Deputy Dean, and Director of the Melbourne Education Research Institute at the University of Melbourne, Australia. He is Chair of the Board of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Le

Dec 23, 2017 • 32:44

David Hehman—Creation Crate

David Hehman—Creation Crate

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links IndieGoGo Campaign; save $500 on $5K kit for 20 students x 12 projects » About David Hehman David Hehman is the STEM Engineering Teacher at Phenix City Intermediate School, and he's the co-founder Creation Crate, where he oversees project and curriculum development.

Nov 22, 2017 • 31:47

Dr. Amy Klinger & Amanda Klinger, Esq—The Educator's School Safety Network

Dr. Amy Klinger & Amanda Klinger, Esq—The Educator's School Safety Network

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Listen to the School Safety Free Period Podcast » About Dr. Amy Klinger Dr. Amy Klinger is nationally recognized as an expert in school safety and crisis management. Her past experience includes 28 years of service as a teacher, central office administrator, building principal, and college professor. Dr. Klinger is a certified Department of Homeland Security Instructor. About Amanda Klinger, Esq. Amanda Klinger, Esq. is nationally recognized as an expert in c

Nov 20, 2017 • 29:06

Rich Czyz—The Four O'Clock Faculty: A Rogue Guide to Revolutionizing Professional Development

Rich Czyz—The Four O'Clock Faculty: A Rogue Guide to Revolutionizing Professional Development

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit The Four O'Clock Faculty Website » About Rich Czyz Rich is a principal and former teacher and instructional coach, and he's the author of The Four O'Clock Faculty: A Rogue Guide to Revolutionizing Professional Development.

Nov 13, 2017 • 29:10

Tamara Fyke—Love In A Big World

Tamara Fyke—Love In A Big World

Tamara Fyke joins Principal Center Radio host, Justin Baeder, to discuss her customizable curriculum: Love In A Big World Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit The Love in A Big World Website » About Tamara Fyke Tamara Fyke is an author, speaker, and expert on social and emotional learning, and she's the creator of the customizable curriculum, Love In A Big World.

Nov 6, 2017 • 29:47

Patty Alper—TEACH TO WORK: How a Mentor, a Mentee, and a Project Can Close the Skills Gap in America

Patty Alper—TEACH TO WORK: How a Mentor, a Mentee, and a Project Can Close the Skills Gap in America

Patty Alper joins Principal Center Radio host, Justin Baeder, to discuss her publication: TEACH TO WORK: How a Mentor, a Mentee, and a Project Can Close the Skills Gap in America Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Teach To Work: How a Mentor, a Mentee, and a Project Can Close The Skills Gap in America Visit the Teach To Work Website About Patty Alper Patty Alper is president of the Alper Portfolio Group, a marketing and consulting company, and is a board member of both the Network for

Oct 30, 2017 • 24:29

Matt Renwick—Digital Portfolios in the Classroom: Showcasing and Assessing Student Work

Matt Renwick—Digital Portfolios in the Classroom: Showcasing and Assessing Student Work

Matt Renwick joins Principal Center Radio host, Justin Baeder, to discuss his publication: Digital Portfolios in the Classroom: Showcasing and Assessing Student Work Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Digital Portfolios in the Classroom: Showcasing and Assessing Student Work Visit Matt's Website About Matt Renwick Matt Renwick is principal at Mineral Point Elementary in Wisconsin, and the author of several books, including Digital Portfolios in the Classroom: Showcasing an

Oct 2, 2017 • 16:58

Dr. Kimberly Tyson—Blended Vocabulary for K-12 Classrooms: Harnessing the Power of Digital Tools and Direct Instruction

Dr. Kimberly Tyson—Blended Vocabulary for K-12 Classrooms: Harnessing the Power of Digital Tools and Direct Instruction

Kimberly Tyson joins Principal Center Radio host, Justin Baeder, to discuss her publication: Blended Vocabulary for K-12 Classrooms Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Blended Vocabulary for K-12 Classrooms: Harnessing the Power of Digital Tools and Direct Instruction Visit Kimberly's Website Follow Kimberly on Twitter @tysonkimberly Visit Angela's Website Follow Angela Peery on Twitter @drangelapeery Lexipedia Lingro Padlet Popplet Thinglink Flashcardstash About Dr. Kimberly Tyson Dr.

Sep 25, 2017 • 20:51

Chris & Courtney Daikos—Trauma-Informed Tier I Supports

Chris & Courtney Daikos—Trauma-Informed Tier I Supports

Chris and Courtney Daikos join Principal Center Radio host, Justin Baeder, to discuss their work with Continua Consulting Group, where they help schools and their communities implement trauma-informed multi-tiered systems of support. Links and Resources Visit the Continua Consulting Website About Chris and Courtney Daikos Chris and Courtney Daikos are the co-founders of Continua Consulting Group, where they help schools and their communities implement trauma-informed multi-tiered systems of sup

Sep 8, 2017 • 28:53

Ken Spero—Ed Leadership SIMs: Training Simulations for School Leaders

Ken Spero—Ed Leadership SIMs: Training Simulations for School Leaders

Ken Spero joins Principal Center Radio host, Justin Baeder, to discuss his work with Ed Leadership SIMs: Training Simulations for School Leaders Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Learn more about Ed Leadership SIMs at Edleadershipsims.com About Ken Spero Ken Spero is CEO of Ed Leadership SIMs, established in partnership with the Graduate School of Education of the University of Pennsylvania (Penn GSE). With more than 30 years of experience designing simulations across a variety of industries,

Aug 28, 2017 • 18:26

Sam LeDeaux—The Snowball Effect: How I Visited Classrooms 1,173 Times in One School Year

Sam LeDeaux—The Snowball Effect: How I Visited Classrooms 1,173 Times in One School Year

Sam LeDeaux joins Justin Baeder to discuss The Snowball Effect: How I Visited Classrooms 1,173 Times in One School Year. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Follow @sledeaux84 on Twitter About Sam LeDeaux Sam LeDeaux is a junior high administrator in the Chicago Metro area. The post Sam LeDeaux—The Snowball Effect: How I Visited Classrooms 1,173 Times in One School Year appeared first on The Principal Center.

Aug 15, 2017 • 20:47

PJ Caposey—Making Evaluation Meaningful: Transforming the Conversation to Transform Schools

PJ Caposey—Making Evaluation Meaningful: Transforming the Conversation to Transform Schools

PJ Caposey joins Principal Center Radio host, Justin Baeder, to discuss his publication: Making Evaluation Meaningful: Transforming the Conversation to Transform Schools Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase PJ's book Making Evaluation Meaningful: Transforming the Conversation to Transform Schools About PJ Caposey PJ Caposey is a speaker, author, superintendent, and former high school principal in Illinois. He's the author of numerous articles and three books, including Making Evaluation

Aug 15, 2017 • 25:13

Sam LeDeaux—The Snowball Effect: How I Visited Classrooms 1,173 Times in One School Year

Sam LeDeaux—The Snowball Effect: How I Visited Classrooms 1,173 Times in One School Year

Sam LeDeaux joins Justin Baeder to discuss The Snowball Effect: How I Visited Classrooms 1,173 Times in One School Year. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Follow @sledeaux84 on Twitter About Sam LeDeaux Sam LeDeaux is a junior high administrator in the Chicago Metro area.

Aug 7, 2017 • 20:47

Matt Miller—Ditch That Homework: Practical Strategies to Help Make Homework Obsolete

Matt Miller—Ditch That Homework: Practical Strategies to Help Make Homework Obsolete

Matt Miller joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book, Ditch That Homework: Practical Strategies to Help Make Homework Obsolete. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Matt's book, Ditch That Homework: Practical Strategies to Help Make Homework Obsolete. Follow Matt @jmattmiller on Twitter Visit the Ditch That Textbook website About Matt Miller Matt Miller has spent more than a decade teaching technology-infused lessons in public schools. As an author, blogger and education speaker, he en

Aug 7, 2017 • 23:02

Mark Wu—Answerables.com

Mark Wu—Answerables.com

Mark Wu joins Justin Baeder to discuss his work in helping create Answerables.com, an immersive virtual classroom. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit Answerables.com to learn more About Mark Wu Mark Wu is a veteran educator who has served as an administrator, classroom teacher, and special education teacher. He's the co-founder of Answerables, an immersive virtual classroom.

Jul 31, 2017 • 24:47

Dr. Bill Ziegler—Future Focused Leaders: Relate, Innovate, and Invigorate for Real Educational Change

Dr. Bill Ziegler—Future Focused Leaders: Relate, Innovate, and Invigorate for Real Educational Change

Bill Ziegler joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book Future Focused Leaders: Relate, Innovate, and Invigorate for Real Educational Change. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase the book from Corwin and enter the code N17C12 to receive 20% off your purchase of Future Focused Leaders Visit Bill's Website Follow Bill on Twitter @DrBillZiegler Learn more about Ed Leadership Sims About Bill Ziegler Dr. Bill Ziegler is an award winning high school principal, author, and speaker. He was recogn

Jul 24, 2017 • 27:33

Naphtali Hoff—Becoming the New Boss: The New Leader's Guide to Sustained Success

Naphtali Hoff—Becoming the New Boss: The New Leader's Guide to Sustained Success

Naphtali Hoff joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book Becoming the New Boss: The New Leader's Guide to Sustained Success. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Naphtali's book,Becoming the New Boss: The New Leader's Guide to Sustained Success Download a sample chapter of the book "Becoming the New Boss" About Naphtali Hoff Dr. Naphtali Hoff of Impactful Coaching and Consulting is an executive coach, organizational consultant, and sought-after trainer and lecturer. A former head of scho

Jul 17, 2017 • 30:26

Richard Kincaid—EcoRise

Richard Kincaid—EcoRise

Richard Kincaid joins Justin Baeder to discuss his work with EcoRise Youth Innovations. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the EcoRise Website Follow Richard @RKTheEcoNerd About Richard Kincaid Richard is the chief innovation officer for EcoRise, and a former educator and curriculum director in a number of different school districts in the state of Texas.

Jul 10, 2017 • 26:29

Dr. Tonya Goree—Impact Now: How Principals Can Use Video-Enhanced Coaching to Grow Teachers and Raise Student Achievement

Dr. Tonya Goree—Impact Now: How Principals Can Use Video-Enhanced Coaching to Grow Teachers and Raise Student Achievement

Dr. Tonya Goree joins Justin Baeder to discuss Impact Now: How Principals Can Use Video-Enhanced Coaching to Grow Teachers and Raise Student Achievement. About Dr. Tonya Goree Dr. Goree has over 26 years of experience in education, with seven years of experience as principal.

Jun 30, 2017 • 1:07:45

Michael Toth—Who Moved My Standards? Joyful Teaching in an Age of Change

Michael Toth—Who Moved My Standards? Joyful Teaching in an Age of Change

Michael Toth joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book Who Moved My Standards? Joyful Teaching in an Age of Change. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get the book Who Moved My Standards? Joyful Teaching in an Age of Change Learn more about the SOAR Rubric Follow Michael on Twitter @MTothLSI About Michael Toth Michael Toth is the founder Learning Sciences International. The author of numerous books, including Teacher Evaluation That Makes a Difference, which he co-authored with Robert Marzano,

Jun 28, 2017 • 23:56

Steve Reifman—10 Steps to Empowering Classroom Management: Build A Productive, Cooperative Culture Without Using Rewards

Steve Reifman—10 Steps to Empowering Classroom Management: Build A Productive, Cooperative Culture Without Using Rewards

Steve Reifman joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book 10 Steps to Empowering Classroom Management: Build A Productive, Cooperative Culture Without Using Rewards.   Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Get Steve's book 10 Steps to Empowering Classroom Management:Building a Productive, Cooperative Culture Without Using Rewards Visit Steve's Website Follow Steve @stevereifman About Steve Reifman Steve Reifman is the author of numerous books for teachers and students. A National Board Certified Tea

Jun 20, 2017 • 18:21

William Parker—Messaging Matters: How School Leaders Can Inspire Teachers, Motivate Students, and Reach Communities

William Parker—Messaging Matters: How School Leaders Can Inspire Teachers, Motivate Students, and Reach Communities

William Parker joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book Messaging Matters: How School Leaders Can Inspire Teachers, Motivate Students, and Reach Communities. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase William's book Messaging Matters: How School Leaders Can Inspire Teachers, Motivate Students, and Reach Communities Learn more about Messaging Matters from Solution Tree Visit William's Website About William Parker William D. Parker is principal of Skiatook High School, and was the 2011 Oklahom

Jun 12, 2017 • 29:17

Joy Kirr—Shift This!: How to Implement Gradual Changes for MASSIVE Impact in Your Classroom

Joy Kirr—Shift This!: How to Implement Gradual Changes for MASSIVE Impact in Your Classroom

Joy Kirr joins Justin Baeder to discuss her book Shift This!: How to Implement Gradual Changes for MASSIVE Impact in Your Classroom. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Joy's book Shift This!: How to Implement Gradual Changes for MASSIVE Impact in Your Classroom Visit Joy's Blog Follow Joy on Twitter @joykirr About Joy Kirr Joy Kirr is a National Board Certified Teacher and one of the profession's leading evangelists and workshop facilitators on Genius Hour. She currently teaches 7th

Jun 5, 2017 • 22:49

Chris Walsh: Abl—Unlocking Time As A Resource To Personalize Education

Chris Walsh: Abl—Unlocking Time As A Resource To Personalize Education

Chris Walsh joins Justin Baeder to discuss the dynamic school scheduling platform: Abl. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Learn more about Abl at Ablschools.com About Chris Walsh A former teacher, Chris has worked for national education organizations, and has led several successful ed-tech startups, and was the co-founder of the Google Teacher Academy. Chris is currently is Head of Growth and Impact for Abl, the first dynamic school scheduling platform.

May 29, 2017 • 26:44

Jessica Johnson, Shira Leibowitz, Kathy Perret—The Coach Approach to School Leadership: Leading Teachers to Higher Levels of Effectiveness

Jessica Johnson, Shira Leibowitz, Kathy Perret—The Coach Approach to School Leadership: Leading Teachers to Higher Levels of Effectiveness

Jessica Johnson, Shira Leibowitz & Kathy Perret joins Justin Baeder to discuss their book The Coach Approach to School Leadership: Leading Teachers to Higher Levels of Effectiveness. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase The Coach Approach to School Leadership: Leading Teachers to Higher Levels of Effectiveness Download the first chapter of "The Coach Approach" for free Visit Jessica's Website Visit Kathy's Website Visit Shira's Blog Follow Jessica on Twitter @PrincipalJ Follow Kathy on

May 15, 2017 • 39:22

Justin Baeder—Becoming a Learning Organization: Leading for Sustained Improvement

Justin Baeder—Becoming a Learning Organization: Leading for Sustained Improvement

Host Justin Baeder discusses how to turn your school's strategic plan into a focused agenda for 2017-2018, so your change efforts result in organizational learning, not just more activity. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Register for the 2017 Instructional Leadership Intensive About Justin Baeder Justin Baeder is Director of The Principal Center and host of Principal Center Radio.

May 8, 2017 • 53:59

Rick Stiggins—Defensible Teacher Evaluation: Student Growth Through Classroom Assessment

Rick Stiggins—Defensible Teacher Evaluation: Student Growth Through Classroom Assessment

Rick Stiggins joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book Defensible Teacher Evaluation: Student Growth Through Classroom Assessment. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Rick's book Defensible Teacher Evaluation: Student Growth Through Classroom Assessment Visit Rick's Website Listen to Rick's Principal Center Radio interview on The Perfect Assessment System About Rick Stiggins Rick Stiggins, PhD is founder of the Assessment Training Institute and the author of Assessment for Learning and

May 1, 2017 • 26:55

Justin Baeder—Restructuring the Teaching Profession

Justin Baeder—Restructuring the Teaching Profession

In a rare solo episode of Principal Center Radio, Justin Baeder describes a plan for building career ladders into the teaching profession. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Become a Pro Member of The Principal Center About Justin Baeder Justin Baeder is Director of The Principal Center and creator of The 21-Day Instructional Leadership Challenge

Apr 24, 2017 • 26:28

Jon Saphier—High Expectations Teaching: How We Persuade Students to Believe and Act on “Smart Is Something You Can Get”

Jon Saphier—High Expectations Teaching: How We Persuade Students to Believe and Act on “Smart Is Something You Can Get”

Jon Saphier joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book High Expectations Teaching: How We Persuade Students to Believe and Act on “Smart Is Something You Can Get”. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Jon's book High Expectations Teaching: How We Persuade Students to Believe and Act on “Smart Is Something You Can Get” Visit the […] The post Jon Saphier—High Expectations Teaching: How We Persuade Students to Believe and Act on “Smart Is Something You Can Get” appeared first on The Principal

Apr 3, 2017 • 23:06

Rick Stiggins—The Perfect Assessment System

Rick Stiggins—The Perfect Assessment System

Rick Stiggins joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book The Perfect Assessment System. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Rick's book The Perfect Assessment System Visit Rick's Website About Rick Stiggins Rick Stiggins, PhD is founder of the Assessment Training Institute and the author of Assessment for Learning. The post Rick Stiggins—The Perfect Assessment System appeared first on The Principal Center.

Apr 3, 2017 • 23:39

Rick Stiggins—The Perfect Assessment System

Rick Stiggins—The Perfect Assessment System

Rick Stiggins joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book The Perfect Assessment System. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Rick's book The Perfect Assessment System Visit Rick's Website About Rick Stiggins Rick Stiggins, PhD is founder of the Assessment Training Institute and the author of Assessment for Learning.

Apr 3, 2017 • 23:39

Jon Saphier—High Expectations Teaching: How We Persuade Students to Believe and Act on “Smart Is Something You Can Get”

Jon Saphier—High Expectations Teaching: How We Persuade Students to Believe and Act on “Smart Is Something You Can Get”

Jon Saphier joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book High Expectations Teaching: How We Persuade Students to Believe and Act on “Smart Is Something You Can Get”. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Jon's book High Expectations Teaching: How We Persuade Students to Believe and Act on “Smart Is Something You Can Get” Visit the Research for Better Teaching website About Jon Saphier Dr. Jon Saphier is the founder and president of Research for Better Teaching, and the author of 8 books,

Apr 3, 2017 • 23:06

Daniel Bauer—Mastermind Groups

Daniel Bauer—Mastermind Groups

Daniel Bauer joins Justin Baeder to discuss his work as the Founder of The Better Mastermind, a hybrid group coaching program and leadership development program for school leaders. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Join a Mastermind Group Limited Offer: Join the Leadership Sprint using the promo code "PrincipalCenter" The first 10 registrants can join the Sprint for free Join the Leadership Sprint using the promo code "Justin" to get $30 off your registration Visit Daniel's Website Show High

Mar 27, 2017 • 23:35

Rick Jetter & Rebecca Coda—Escaping the School Leader's Dunk Tank: How to Prevail when Others Want You to Drown

Rick Jetter & Rebecca Coda—Escaping the School Leader's Dunk Tank: How to Prevail when Others Want You to Drown

Rick Jetter & Rebecca Coda joins Justin Baeder to discuss their book Escaping the School Leader's Dunk Tank: How to Prevail when Others Want You to Drown. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Rick and Rebecca's book Escaping the School Leader's Dunk Tank: How to Prevail when Others Want You to Drown Visit the Leadership Dunk Tank Website Visit Rick's Website Visit Rebecca's Website About Rick Jetter & Rebecca Coda Dr. Rick Jetter is an educational consultant, multi-genre author, spea

Mar 20, 2017 • 29:05

Sarah Fiarman—Becoming a School Principal: Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn

Sarah Fiarman—Becoming a School Principal: Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn

Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Sarah's book Becoming a School Principal: Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn About Sarah Fiarman A former public school teacher, principal, and lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, Dr. Sarah Fiarman is an independent education consultant.

Mar 13, 2017 • 32:15

Kenneth Baum—The Artisan Teaching Model for Instructional Leadership: Working Together to Transform Your School

Kenneth Baum—The Artisan Teaching Model for Instructional Leadership: Working Together to Transform Your School

Kenneth Baum joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book The Artisan Teaching Model for Instructional Leadership: Working Together to Transform Your School. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Kenneth's book The Artisan Teaching Model for Instructional Leadership: Working Together to Transform Your School Visit the Artisan Teaching website About Kenneth Baum Kenneth Baum is an award-winning former principal and superintendent, and an expert in school design, strategic planning, and lead

Mar 6, 2017 • 32:38

Tom Hoerr—The Formative Five: Fostering Grit, Empathy, and Other Success Skills Every Student Needs.

Tom Hoerr—The Formative Five: Fostering Grit, Empathy, and Other Success Skills Every Student Needs.

Tom Hoerr joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book The Formative Five: Fostering Grit, Empathy, and Other Success Skills Every Student Needs. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Tom's bookThe Formative Five: Fostering Grit, Empathy, and Other Success Skills Every Student Needs Harvard Business Review: Six Components of a Great Corporate Culture About Tom Hoerr Thomas Hoerr, PhD is Emeritus Head of the New City School in St. Louis and the author of five books and more than 100 articles.

Feb 27, 2017 • 25:26

Baruti Kafele—The Teacher 50: Critical Questions for Inspiring Classroom Excellence

Baruti Kafele—The Teacher 50: Critical Questions for Inspiring Classroom Excellence

Baruti Kafele joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book The Teacher 50: Critical Questions for Inspiring Classroom Excellence. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Principal Kafele's book,The Teacher 50: Critical Questions for Inspiring Classroom Excellence Follow Principal Kafele on Twitter Visit Principal Kafele's website

Feb 20, 2017 • 26:41

Matthew Pietrafetta—College Entrance Exam Prep for Underserved Communities

Matthew Pietrafetta—College Entrance Exam Prep for Underserved Communities

Matthew Pietrafetta joins Justin Baeder to discuss college entrance exam prep for underserved communities. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the Academic Approach Website About Matthew Pietrafetta Matthew Pietrafetta is the founder and CEO of Academic Approach, which helps students develop college and career readiness skills. He holds a PhD from Columbia University.

Feb 13, 2017 • 24:16

Gene Bedley—Ambassadors of Compassion

Gene Bedley—Ambassadors of Compassion

Gene Bedley joins Justin Baeder to discuss his work with Ambassadors of Compassion, an organization that helps young people develop resiliency, hope, and the personal leadership skills. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Learn more about Ambassadors of Compassion Visit the Lift Up America Website About Gene Bedley Gene Bedley is the Executive Director of the National Character Education Center. A 40-year veteran of the education profession, he's won numerous awards, including the National Dis

Feb 6, 2017 • 25:41

Paul Gorski—Reaching and Teaching Students in Poverty

Paul Gorski—Reaching and Teaching Students in Poverty

Paul Gorski joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book, Reaching and Teaching Students in Poverty: Strategies for Erasing the Opportunity Gap. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Paul's book, Reaching and Teaching Students in Poverty: Strategies for Erasing the Opportunity Gap. The Poverty and Education Reader: A Call for Equity in Many Voices EdChange.org—Cultivating equity literacy in schools and society About Paul Gorski Paul Gorski is associate professor of integrative studies at G

Feb 3, 2017 • 29:52

Paul Mielke—Making Teachers Better, Not Bitter: Balancing Evaluation, Supervision, and Reflection for Professional Growth

Paul Mielke—Making Teachers Better, Not Bitter: Balancing Evaluation, Supervision, and Reflection for Professional Growth

Paul Mielke joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book Making Teachers Better, Not Bitter: Balancing Evaluation, Supervision, and Reflection for Professional Growth. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Paul's book,Making Teachers Better, Not Bitter: Balancing Evaluation, Supervision, and Reflection for Professional Growth.

Jan 23, 2017 • 29:45

Steve Heisler—The Missing Link: Teaching and Learning Critical Success Skills

Steve Heisler—The Missing Link: Teaching and Learning Critical Success Skills

Steve Heisler joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book The Missing Link: Teaching and Learning Critical Success Skills. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit Steve's Website Follow Steve on Twitter @steve_heisler Purchase Steve's book, The Missing Link: Teaching and Learning Critical Success Skills About Steve Heisler Steve Heisler is a former teacher and administrator, and currently serves as an education consultant and a Senior Program Coordinator for the School System Improvement Project

Jan 16, 2017 • 21:42

Arina Bokas—Building Powerful Learning Environments: From Schools to Communities

Arina Bokas—Building Powerful Learning Environments: From Schools to Communities

Arina Bokas joins Justin Baeder to discuss her book, Building Powerful Learning Environments: From Schools to Communities. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Arina's book, Building Powerful Learning Environments: From Schools to Communities. Visit the Culture of Partnerships Website » About Arina Bokas Arina Bokas, PhD is the editor of Kids’ Standard Magazine and a faculty member at Mott Community College in Flint, Michigan. A frequent contributor to publications such as ASCD Express

Jan 9, 2017 • 26:03

Dr. Anael Alston: You're Hired: The Inside Secrets to Landing Your School Leadership Job

Dr. Anael Alston: You're Hired: The Inside Secrets to Landing Your School Leadership Job

Dr. Anael Alston joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book, You’re Hired: The Inside Secrets to Landing Your School Leadership Job. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Dr. Alston's book, You’re Hired: The Inside Secrets to Landing Your School Leadership Job. Follow Dr. Alston on Twitter About Dr. Anael Alston Dr. Anael Alston is the Superintendent of Schools of the Hamilton Central School District. He has previously served as a middle school principal, and was honored as the New York S

Dec 27, 2016 • 29:10

Jean Desravines—Breakthrough Principals: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Stronger Schools

Jean Desravines—Breakthrough Principals: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Stronger Schools

Jean Desravines joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book Breakthrough Principals: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Stronger Schools. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Jean's book, Breakthrough Principals: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Stronger Schools.   About Jean Desravines Jean Desravines is the CEO of New Leaders. The author of two books, he has served as a member of Governor Cuomo’s Education Reform Commission and was named to Forbes’ “Impact 30,” recognizing the world’s lea

Dec 19, 2016 • 27:17

Douglas Reeves—Elements of Grading: A Guide to Effective Practice

Douglas Reeves—Elements of Grading: A Guide to Effective Practice

Douglas Reeves joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book, Elements of Grading: A Guide to Effective Practice (2nd Edition). Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Douglas's book, Elements of Grading: A Guide to Effective Practice (2nd Edition). Creative Leadership Solutions website About Douglas Reeves Douglas Reeves, PhD is the the founder of Creative Leadership Solutions and the author of more than thirty books and eighty articles about education, leadership, and organizational effectiv

Dec 14, 2016 • 27:43

Ivan Hannel: A Pedagogy of Questioning

Ivan Hannel: A Pedagogy of Questioning

Ivan Hannel joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book, A Pedagogy of Questioning. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Ivan's book, A Pedagogy of Questioning. Visit the "A Pedagogy of Questioning" Website About Ivan Hannel Ivan Hannel helps schools develop a practical pedagogy of questioning. A trial attorney and former classroom teacher, Ivan is the author of A Pedagogy of Questioning.

Dec 12, 2016 • 31:47

Dr. Anthony Muhammad—The Will to Lead, the Skill to Teach: Transforming Schools at Every Level

Dr. Anthony Muhammad—The Will to Lead, the Skill to Teach: Transforming Schools at Every Level

Dr. Anthony Muhammad joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book, The Will to Lead, the Skill to Teach: Transforming Schools at Every Level. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Ivan's book,The Will to Lead, the Skill to Teach: Transforming Schools at Every Level. About Dr. Anthony Muhammad Anthony Muhammad, PhD, is an internationally known educational consultant, a former middle and high school princpal, and the author of numerous books, including Transforming School Culture: How to Over

Dec 7, 2016 • 32:37

Richard Sagor—The Action Research Guidebook A Process for Pursuing Equity and Excellence in Education

Richard Sagor—The Action Research Guidebook A Process for Pursuing Equity and Excellence in Education

Dr. Richard Sagor joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book The Action Research Guidebook A Process for Pursuing Equity and Excellence in Education. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Dr. Sagor's book, The Action Research Guidebook A Process for Pursuing Equity and Excellence in Education. About Dr. Richard Sagor Richard Sagor, PhD is Founder of the Institute for the Study of Inquiry in Education, and has extensive experience in consulting and educational leader preparation at the uni

Nov 28, 2016 • 29:57

Kathy Kee—RESULTS Coaching Next Steps Leading for Growth and Change

Kathy Kee—RESULTS Coaching Next Steps Leading for Growth and Change

Kathy Kee joins Justin Baeder to discuss her book, RESULTS Coaching Next Steps Leading for Growth and Change. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Kelly's book, RESULTS Coaching Next Steps Leading for Growth and Change. Visit Results Coaching Global About Kathy Kee Kathy Kee is a founding partner of Results Coaching Global (RCG), and serves as a seminar instructor, mentor, and coach and directs the Accredited Coach Training Program. She has served in numerous leadership roles, includi

Nov 21, 2016 • 32:09

Otis Kriegel—Everything A New Elementary School Teacher Really Needs to Know (But Didn't Learn in College)

Otis Kriegel—Everything A New Elementary School Teacher Really Needs to Know (But Didn't Learn in College)

Otis Kriegel joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book Everything A New Elementary School Teacher Really Needs to Know (But Didn't Learn in College). Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Otis' book, Everything A New Elementary School Teacher Really Needs to Know (But Didn't Learn in College). About Otis Kriegel Otis Kriegel is a 15-year veteran elementary and middle school teacher who has worked in dual language, monolingual, and co-teaching settings in the US and Europe, and the autho

Nov 14, 2016 • 25:21

Jen Abrams—Hard Conversations Unpacked: The Whos, the Whens, and the What-Ifs

Jen Abrams—Hard Conversations Unpacked: The Whos, the Whens, and the What-Ifs

Jennifer Abrams joins Justin Baeder to discuss her book, Hard Conversations Unpacked: The Whos, the Whens, and the What-Ifs. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Jennifer's book, Hard Conversations Unpacked: The Whos, the Whens, and the What-Ifs. Visit Jennifer's Website Purchase David Rock's book, Your Brain at Work: Strategies for Overcoming Distraction, Regaining Focus, and Working Smarter All Day Long About Jennifer Abrams Jennifer Abrams is an independent educational consultant

Nov 7, 2016 • 29:00

John Linney—Bullying Prevention, Climate, & Restorative Justice

John Linney—Bullying Prevention, Climate, & Restorative Justice

John Linney joins Justin Baeder to discuss his work helping schools prevent bullying and create safe, positive climates. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Follow John on Twitter @SchoolClimates Visit the School Climate Institute website Check out the Edspiration Podcast Check out John's book Safe School Ambassadors: Harnessing Student Power to Stop Bullying and Violence About John Linney John Linney is a "climate specialist" who works as an international speaker, trainer and author to help s

Nov 2, 2016 • 22:48

Chris & Courtney Daikos—Trauma-Informed Multi-Tiered Systems of Support

Chris & Courtney Daikos—Trauma-Informed Multi-Tiered Systems of Support

Chris Daikos & Courtney Daikos joins Justin Baeder to discuss their work with trauma-informed multi-tiered systems of support. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Visit the Continua Consulting website About Chris Daikos & Courtney Daikos Chris Daikos, M.iT., M.Ed, Ed.S, is currently Adjunct Faculty in the College of Education at Seattle University, and previously a special education teacher, school psychologist and administrator, whose passion and research focus on behavior disorders as well a

Nov 1, 2016 • 42:40

David Horton—Leading School Teams: Building Trust to Promote Student Learning

David Horton—Leading School Teams: Building Trust to Promote Student Learning

David Horton joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book Leading School Teams: Building Trust to Promote Student Learning. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase David's book, Leading School Teams: Building Trust to Promote Student Learning. Visit David's Website Patrick Lencioni's Five Dysfunctions of a Team About David Horton Dr. David Horton is an organizational leadership expert and lifelong educator who has served as an assistant superintendent, curriculum director, and school administ

Oct 24, 2016 • 22:13

Dr. Richard Cash—Self-Regulation in the Classroom: Helping Students Learn How to Learn

Dr. Richard Cash—Self-Regulation in the Classroom: Helping Students Learn How to Learn

Dr. Richard Cash joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book, Self-Regulation in the Classroom: Helping Students Learn How to Learn. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Dr. Cash's book, Self-Regulation in the Classroom: Helping Students Learn How to Learn. Order from Free Spirit Publishing and use the code "Diffgift" to receive 30% off Visit Richard's Website About Dr. Richard Cash Dr. Richard Cash is an international consultant, speaker, and expert on gifted education, differentiated in

Oct 17, 2016 • 22:22

Erik Francis—Now THAT'S a Good Question! How to Promote Cognitive Rigor Through Classroom Questioning

Erik Francis—Now THAT'S a Good Question! How to Promote Cognitive Rigor Through Classroom Questioning

Erik Francis joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book, Now THAT'S a Good Question! How to Promote Cognitive Rigor Through Classroom Questioning. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Erik's book, Now THAT'S a Good Question! How to Promote Cognitive Rigor Through Classroom Questioning. Follow Erik on Twitter Visit Erik's website Listen to the Principal Center Radio episode "Barbara Blackburn—Rigor in Your Classroom: A Toolkit for Teachers" About Erik Francis Erik Francis is a professiona

Oct 10, 2016 • 23:16

Terry Wilhelm—Shared Leadership: The Essential Ingredient for Effective PLCs

Terry Wilhelm—Shared Leadership: The Essential Ingredient for Effective PLCs

Terry Wilhelm joins Justin Baeder to discuss her book, Shared Leadership: The Essential Ingredient for Effective PLCs. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Terry's book, Shared Leadership: The Essential Ingredient for Effective PLCs. Visit Terry's Website Send Terry an Email Follow Terry on Twitter Read Terry's Corwin blog post About Terry Wilhelm Terry Wilhelm is an author, consultant, and university adjunct professor in educational leadership who has served as a principal, teacher,

Oct 3, 2016 • 27:49

Regie Routman—Read, Write, Lead: Breakthrough Strategies for Schoolwide Literacy Success

Regie Routman—Read, Write, Lead: Breakthrough Strategies for Schoolwide Literacy Success

Regie Routman joins Justin Baeder to discuss her book, Read, Write, Lead: Breakthrough Strategies for Schoolwide Literacy Success. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Regie's book, Read, Write, Lead: Breakthrough Strategies for Schoolwide Literacy Success. About Regie Routman Regie Routman is an international literacy expert with more than 40 years of experience teaching, coaching, and leading in diverse schools. She is the author of more than a dozen highly respected books.

Sep 26, 2016 • 40:16

Dr. Brad Gustafson—Renegade Leadership: Creating Innovative Schools for Digital Age Students

Dr. Brad Gustafson—Renegade Leadership: Creating Innovative Schools for Digital Age Students

Dr. Brad Gustafson joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book Renegade Leadership Creating Innovative Schools for Digital-Age Students. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Brad's book, Renegade Leadership Creating Innovative Schools for Digital-Age Students. Visit Brad's Website/Blog Visit the Renegade Leadership Website Follow Brad on Twitter @GustafsonBrad About Dr. Brad Gustafson Dr. Brad Gustafson is an elementary principal, author, and speaker. He believes schools can be spaces wh

Sep 19, 2016 • 26:33

Dr. Peter DeWitt—Collaborative Leadership: Six Influences That Matter Most

Dr. Peter DeWitt—Collaborative Leadership: Six Influences That Matter Most

Dr. Peter DeWitt joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book, Collaborative Leadership: Six Influences That Matter Most. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Dr. DeWitt's book, Collaborative Leadership: Six Influences That Matter Most. Visit Peter's Website Read the "Finding Common Ground Blog" Follow @PeterMDeWitt About Dr. Peter DeWitt Dr. Peter DeWitt is an author and speaker focused on collaborative leadership, fostering inclusive school climates, and connected learning. His writing h

Sep 12, 2016 • 30:05

Tom Schimmer—Grading From the Inside Out: Bringing Accuracy to Student Assessment Through a Standards-Based Mindset

Tom Schimmer—Grading From the Inside Out: Bringing Accuracy to Student Assessment Through a Standards-Based Mindset

Tom Schimmer joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book, Grading From the Inside Out: Bringing Accuracy to Student Assessment Through a Standards-Based Mindset. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Tom's book, Grading From the Inside Out: Bringing Accuracy to Student Assessment Through a Standards-Based Mindset. Visit Tom's website TomSchimmer.com Follow Tom on Twitter @TomSchimmer About Tom Schimmer Tom Schimmer is an international speaker, author, and assessment expert with the Solutio

Sep 5, 2016 • 29:13

Bill Sterrett—Igniting Teacher Leadership: How do I empower my teachers to lead and learn?

Bill Sterrett—Igniting Teacher Leadership: How do I empower my teachers to lead and learn?

Bill Sterrett joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book Igniting Teacher Leadership: How do I empower my teachers to lead and learn?. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Bill's book, Igniting Teacher Leadership: How do I empower my teachers to lead and learn?. Visit Bill's ASCD Author page Follow Bill on Twitter About Bill Sterrett Bill Sterrett, Ph.D., is a former principal who currently serves a faculty member and program coordinator at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. He

Aug 29, 2016 • 20:14

Sean Glaze—The 10 Commandments of Winning Teammates

Sean Glaze—The 10 Commandments of Winning Teammates

Sean Glaze joins Justin Baeder to discuss his book, The 10 Commandments of Winning Teammates. Interview Notes, Resources, & Links Purchase Sean's book, The 10 Commandments of Winning Teammates. Visit Sean's Website Take the Instructional Leadership Capacity quiz and get your school's score About Sean Glaze Sean Glaze is a nationally renowned speaker, author, and the founder of Great Results Team Building, where he helps inspire employees to become winning teammates. He's the author of three b

Aug 22, 2016 • 29:01

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