In this episode of The BoodleBox Podcast, host France Hoang, CEO and Co-founder of BoodleBox, sits down with Dr. Brett Geithman, Superintendent of Larkspur-Corte Madera School District. With a career spanning teaching, site leadership, and district administration, Brett brings a systems-level perspective to the conversation about AI, innovation, and what it really means to lead schools in a time of rapid change. He shares how his leadership philosophy has evolved alongside technology, and why clarity of purpose, trust, and human judgment matter more than any new tool. France and Brett explore how superintendents can move beyond fear or hype around AI, focusing instead on intentional use cases that save time, support educators, and strengthen learning outcomes. They discuss leadership decision-making in uncertain environments, the importance of community trust, and how districts can adopt AI in ways that align with values, equity, and long-term vision. Key Moments 00:42 Brett’s leadership journey from classroom to superintendency 02:15 The role of trust and transparency in district leadership 04:37 How superintendents evaluate new technology amid constant change 06:58 Moving from AI fear to purposeful adoption 09:41 Where AI can meaningfully support educators and administrators 13:12 Guardrails, ethics, and responsible system-level use of AI 17:26 Balancing innovation with community expectations 21:04 Preparing leaders and teams for continuous change 25:18 What human-centered leadership looks like in an AI era Why You’ll Love This Episode This episode offers a thoughtful, grounded look at AI through the lens of district leadership. Rather than focusing on tools alone, Brett emphasizes decision-making, trust, and alignment, reminding listeners that technology should serve people, not the other way around. You’ll hear practical insights for superintendents, principals, and system leaders navigating AI conversations with boards, staff, and communities. From setting guardrails to identifying high-impact use cases, this conversation provides a clear framework for leading responsibly in a fast-moving landscape. Connect with Dr. Brett Geithman | Superintendent, Larkspur-Corte Madera School District LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-geithman-509580355 Website: https://lcmschools.org/en-US Connect with France Hoang and BoodleBox France HoangCEO & Co-founder, BoodleBoxLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franceqhoang/ BoodleBoxWebsite: https://boodlebox.ai/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/boodleboxai/ About The BoodleBox Podcast The BoodleBox Podcast features candid conversations with education leaders, innovators, and system builders on how AI and technology can deepen learning, sharpen critical thinking, and support the people who make schools work every day. Each episode blends real stories from classrooms and districts with practical perspectives on using new tools in ways that are ethical, sustainable, and student centered. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to The BoodleBox Podcast for more conversations on AI, learning, and the future of education.
