Educate Me!

Mark Turner

A podcast about public education and the people who elevate it. Each episode, host Mark Turner talks with someone in or who professionally supports public education and asks them 3 searching questions to understand how public education positively impacted them as a student and how they, in turn, are giving back to it in adulthood.

  1. Dr. Pete Gorman & Dr. Robert Avossa, The Forum for Educational Leadership

    3 HR AGO

    Dr. Pete Gorman & Dr. Robert Avossa, The Forum for Educational Leadership

    And so to episode 21, our season finale - and it's a bumper ep to go out on! I am so excited for this two-hander, as I get to share the amazing duo of Dr. Peter Gorman (https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-c-gorman/) and Dr. Robert Avossa, Ed.D. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/avossa/), two of the co-founders of The Forum for Educational Leadership (https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-forum-for-educational-leadership/). So much knowledge, so much leadership insight, and the only pizza recommendation you'll ever need! Don't say we don't take care of you, dear listeners!

    37 min
  2. Dr. Tim Hudson, Founder, Pro Campus Events

    13 MAY

    Dr. Tim Hudson, Founder, Pro Campus Events

    “I feel like I’m trying to create the world I thought I was born into”, goes a long way to telling you just how amazing of an educational leader and great human being our latest Educate Me! podcast guest, Dr. Tim Hudson, is. As a former classroom teacher, curriculum coordinator, chief learning officer, and now founder of Campus Pro Events, Dr. Hudson has dedicated his professional life to not only providing opportunities for every student to learn, but to ensuring equity for all. Which, in large part, is what makes him such an awesome guy! And his ‘Magic Wand’ answer might be the best we’ve ever had…

    28 min
  3. Dr. Brenda Lewis, Superintendent, Fridley Public Schools

    29 APR

    Dr. Brenda Lewis, Superintendent, Fridley Public Schools

    Perhaps the most powerful Educate Me! podcast episode we've ever recorded, because our guests' influence has unexpectedly, but necessarily, gone far beyond education leadership. Brenda Lewis, Ph.D. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-turner-a7b74522/#), Superintendent of Fridley Public School District (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-turner-a7b74522/#), MN, was thrust into the national and global spotlight earlier this year when ICE came to town. Dr. Lewis was presented with an unenviable task, but one that she embraced on behalf of her school district, her community, and in an effort to protect every child under her care. What motivates her? Where did the courage come from to lead in such challenging circumstances? And what would she do with a magic wand...

    38 min
  4. Dr. Jennifer Collier, Superintendent, Kansas City Public Schools

    15 APR

    Dr. Jennifer Collier, Superintendent, Kansas City Public Schools

    Passion. Purpose. Powerhouse! Dr. Jennifer Collier (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjencollier/), Superintendent of Kansas City Public Schools (https://www.linkedin.com/company/kansas-city-public-schools/), Missouri, has the first two in abundance and consistently shows up as the third for her students, staff, and community. Setting high expectations for students, unifying the school district and city around academic purpose, and creating a culture of community togetherness to help pass a hugely historic Bond that will impact an entire generation: just a few of the things that define and characterize her leadership. This is one Educate Me! podcast episode you do not want to miss!

    32 min
  5. Henrik Appert, CEO + Founder, Magma Math

    1 APR

    Henrik Appert, CEO + Founder, Magma Math

    The Educate Me! Podcast is a platform for promoting leaders and supporters of public education who are helping elevate the work and positively impact student outcomes. Henrik Appert (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-turner-a7b74522/#), CEO and Founder of Magma Math (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-turner-a7b74522/#), fits that description perfectly. Our first international guest doesn't disappoint! With a unique schooling story that takes us through 3 countries + plenty of viewpoints regarding how best to support our teachers and education system as a whole today, Henrik makes for a fascinating visit. Enjoy! (Njuta! 🇸🇪) https://www.magmamath.com/

    28 min
  6. Dr. Ariel Lajara & Dr. Renato Lajara, Assistant Superintendents, School District of Philadelphia

    20 MAR

    Dr. Ariel Lajara & Dr. Renato Lajara, Assistant Superintendents, School District of Philadelphia

    Our first two-fer episode! With roots in the Dominican Republic but very different paths through their student experience, cousins Dr. Ariel Lajara (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-ariel-lajara-6b6a8421b/) and Dr. Renato M Lajara (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-renato-m-lajara-b3206487/) careers now run in parallel as Assistant Superintendents in The School District of Philadelphia (https://www.linkedin.com/company/school-district-of-philadelphia/). Though distinct and unique, their individual journeys are equally remarkable. Both battled through a language barrier. Both cite some special teachers as essential advocates. And both have a steadfast commitment to paying it forward, helping every educator they mentor and support, and every student in their care, especially the most vulnerable in their urban setting.

    43 min

  7. 4 MAR

    Dr. Monica Mesa, Assistant Superintendent, Mesa Public Schools

    How do you create a small community feel in the largest school district in Arizona? In this episode, Dr. Monica Mesa Ed.D. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-turner-a7b74522/overlay/create-post/#), Assistant Superintendent - soon to be Chief of Schools - at Mesa Public Schools (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-turner-a7b74522/overlay/create-post/#), with over 60,000 students and more than 80 campuses, has thoughts on that very topic. Growing up in a small rural town in New Mexico, Dr. Mesa appreciates the safety and security she enjoyed as a student, both in and out of the classroom. And as a leader today, she considers how to celebrate the collective strength and exciting diversity of such a large school system, while ensuring every student is seen and their learning journey feels personal.

    27 min
  8. Dr. Khrisslyn Goodman, Exec. Direc. Research, Evaluation & Assessment, Eastern Carver County Schools

    18 FEB

    Dr. Khrisslyn Goodman, Exec. Direc. Research, Evaluation & Assessment, Eastern Carver County Schools

    Want to broaden your education world view? This EducateMe! episode welcomes a world traveler in Dr. Khrisslyn Goodman (https://www.linkedin.com/preload/#), Executive Director of Research, Evaluation & Assessment at Eastern Carver County Schools (https://www.linkedin.com/preload/#). Khrisslyn brings a unique view to public education in the United States, with an unorthodox journey that has culminated in her teaching and leading in Minnesota. Her unique view extends to her scope of work, also, with engagement in just about every aspect of her school district.

    29 min
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A podcast about public education and the people who elevate it. Each episode, host Mark Turner talks with someone in or who professionally supports public education and asks them 3 searching questions to understand how public education positively impacted them as a student and how they, in turn, are giving back to it in adulthood.

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  • Creator
    Mark Turner
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mark Turner
  • Show Website
    Educate Me!