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Leading Through Unprecedented Times Future Ready Schools, Thomas C. Murray
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Leading Through Unprecedented Times, hosted by Thomas C. Murray of Future Ready Schools, looks at how today’s leaders are working to maximize student learning experiences and break down traditional barriers, all while facing the adversity that comes their way. Each week guests share powerful stories of resilience, vulnerability, equity, and the importance of collaborative leadership. These stories provide inspiration, hope, and support for your professional practices, regardless of position. Start listening today!
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Building Capacity for Instructional Leadership (with Jimmy Casas)
Building capacity for instructional leadership is crucial, requiring strategic frameworks, empowering teams, and seeing culture through others' eyes to avoid undercurrents. Join Future Ready Faculty member Jimmy Casas (@Casas_Jimmy) as he dives into:
- What are the key strategies for building instructional leadership capacity?
- How can school leaders effectively see culture through the eyes of others?
- What are the important considerations for hiring and onboarding new teachers? -
Don't Confuse Access with Belonging (with Dr. Dennis Williams)
Creating a sense of belonging for students is critical, as it can impact their leadership skills, academics, and overall school experience. Principals should actively seek student voice, embrace diversity, and go beyond just providing access to truly engage the school community.
Join PA High School Principal, Dr. Dennis Williams as he wrestles with:
- How can principals foster a sense of belonging in their schools?
- What are the benefits of creating an inclusive environment for students?
- How can schools effectively engage families and the broader community? -
Ensuring Access & Opportunity (with Dr. Robin Avelar La Salle)
Establishing a universal floor of academic excellence for all students, while addressing systemic inequities through data-driven, evidence-based practices, is crucial to ensuring equitable access and opportunity. You won't want to miss Dr. Robin Avelar La Salle, CEO of Orenda Education, dive deep into equity-related practices!
Check out Episode 5 of Season 6 to understand:
- What are the three "fierce questions" that Dr. Avelar La Salle discusses in addressing systemic inequities?
- How does Dr. Avelar La Salle suggest school and district leaders can grow their knowledge base to better understand and address issues of educational equity?
- What are the common systemic inequity traps that Dr. Avelar La Salle and her co-author identify in their book "Where Equity Lives"?
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Life Changing Learning (with Dr. David Law)
Superintendent Dr. David Law emphasizes the importance of creating a child-centered, empowering, and innovative learning environment that celebrates excellence, fosters experiential learning, and empowers both students and staff.
Check out Episode 4 of Season 6 to learn:
- How does Minnetonka Public Schools promote experiential learning and prepare students for the real world?
- What strategies does Superintendent David Law use to empower and support his staff?
- How does Minnetonka Public Schools foster a sense of belonging and community among students and families?
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Behind the Mission of Serving Students (with Dr. Julie Mitchell)
In Episode 3 of Season 6 of Future Ready's Leading Through Unprecedented Times, Dr. Julie Mitchell (@_JulieMitchell_) superintendent of Rowland Unified School District in California, discusses effective leadership, student voice, empathy interviews, family engagement, and shares incredible advice for aspiring school leaders. She emphasizes the importance of being vulnerable, caring for students, and staying grounded in purpose. Her dedication to serving students shines through her work! You won't want to miss this episode!
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Championing Kids at the Middle Level (with Dr. Carmen Maring)
Episode 2 of Season 6 of Future Ready's Leading Through Unprecedented Times kicks off as Michigan Middle School Principal Dr. Carmen Maring (@Dr_Maring) discusses the importance of championing kids at the middle level. Dr. Polyak highlights various leadership lessons learned and shares valuable insights for school and district leaders.
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