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Join School Fun Run’s director, Brendan Hopp, as he interviews an eclectic mix of high achievers who share their inspiring stories of legacy. From athletes t...

Episodes

  1. 07/24/2025

    Building a School Community with Purpose | Legacy Collective with Clay McCann

    In this powerful episode of The Legacy Collective, we sit down with Clay McCann, the founding Principal of Gainsborough State School, to talk about the heart behind building a school from the ground up — not just in bricks and mortar, but in culture, connection, and community. Clay shares his passion for creating a space where kids love to learn, families feel part of something bigger, and every person — parent, teacher, or child — is treated with dignity and respect. With high standards and a big vision, Clay walks us through what it really takes to lead a school that puts people first. If you're a parent, educator or P&C member who cares about creating lasting impact in your school, this episode is one you won’t want to miss. 🎧 Subscribe to the Legacy Collective for more real conversations with the people shaping stronger school communities across Australia. https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-legacy-collective/id1800062638 🔗 Learn more about School Fun Run and how we support amazing leaders like Clay at https://www.schoolfundraising.com.au/fun-run-podcasts schoolfundraising.com.au 00:45 Clay's influence on his pupils 07:35 Positive school culture 10:35 Lessons learned from being a foundation principal 15:04 Clay's favorite teacher: Mr Pitt 18:55 Leadership strategy 21:25 School culture 25:55 More than just a job! 27:29 Does Clay recommend a teaching career? 29:45 Final thoughts

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Join School Fun Run’s director, Brendan Hopp, as he interviews an eclectic mix of high achievers who share their inspiring stories of legacy. From athletes t...