Luke George's Conversations with Courageous Educators

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Luke George's Conversations with Courageous Educators

Welcome to " Conversations with Courageous Educators” the podcast that understands the challenges and rewards of being an educator. Host Luke George, a passionate advocate for student growth and success, invites you to join him as he explores the strategies and stories as told by courageous educators who thrive in their roles.

Épisodes

  1. 27 OCT.

    S1:E11: Gemma Roberts: Leading with Joy

    In this episode, we speak to Gemma Roberts, a passionate teacher and leader, whose approach to education can be summed up in one word—joy. Gemma shares her experiences in teaching and leadership, highlighting the power of maintaining a positive mindset and the joy that comes with being an educator.We discuss the importance of creating safe spaces for students, empowering others through leadership, and navigating the dynamics of multicultural classrooms. Gemma emphasizes celebrating small wins...

    49 min

  2. 13 OCT.

    S1:E10: Jake Petterwood: Building a Positive School Culture

    In this episode, Jake Petterwood, principal of Settlers Primary School, discusses the crucial role that school culture plays in student performance. He shares his experience in fostering a positive culture at Settlers Primary by focusing on communication, consistency, credibility, and reducing staff workload.Jake emphasizes the importance of creating trust and transparency within the school community, building strong relationships, and actively engaging parents. He also shares his unique appr...

    47 min

  3. 15 SEPT.

    S1:E9: Natasha Upcott: Overcoming Adversity & Leading with Confidence

    In this episode, we hear from Natasha Upcott, the principal of Mandurah Primary School, as she shares her powerful journey of overcoming adversity and leading with confidence. From growing up in a hotel in Hong Kong to facing domestic violence as an adult, Natasha has encountered significant challenges. Through self-reflection and personal growth, she has emerged as a stronger leader, making a positive impact on her school and community.Natasha discusses the importance of setting boundaries, ...

    44 min

  4. 2 SEPT.

    S1:E8: Daniela Falecki: Thriving in Teaching

    Meet Daniela Falecki, the human dynamo and passionate advocate for teacher wellbeing. In this episode, we delve into Daniela's new book, "Thrive," and explore strategies to help teachers navigate the highs and celebrations of teaching, as well as the lows and stressful times.Daniela Falecki, a dedicated educator and wellbeing consultant, shares her journey in teaching and the challenges she faced. She emphasises the high demands and pressures of the profession and discusses who bears the resp...

    45 min

  5. 18 AOÛT

    S1:E7: Katrina Bourke: Leading from Sacred Ground

    In this episode, we sit down with Katrina Bourke, a leadership and wellbeing expert, who shares her inspiring journey from being a teacher to becoming a passionate leader. Katrina emphasizes the importance of autonomy and self-awareness in leadership and delves into the challenges and vulnerabilities that leaders face.Katrina introduces the concept of sacred ground, a space where leaders align their vision and values to create a positive impact. She highlights the significance of having a sup...

    45 min

  6. 4 AOÛT

    S1:E6: Lesley Barrett: Striving to Achieve

    Lesley Barrett, the Principal of Neerigen Brook Primary School, leads a marginalized school where 36 different languages are spoken and 25% of the population are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Over the past eight years, Lesley has made incredible strides in transforming the school, its staff, the community, and the students.In this episode, Lesley shares the courageous steps she took to implement changes that made a significant impact. She emphasizes the power of conversations ...

    50 min

  7. 22 JUIL.

    S1:E5: Dr Selena Fisk: The Data Storyteller

    Dr. Selena Fisk, renowned as the data storyteller, joins us to reveal the transformative power of data analysis in education. With a unique approach, Selena demonstrates how measuring student disposition and behaviours directly impacts achievement.In this episode, Selena shares her three-prong approach: data literacy, data visualisation, and data storytelling. She transforms numbers and scores into compelling human journeys, showing how effective written and verbal feedback drives student pro...

    42 min

  8. 24 JUIN

    S1.E4: David Wanstall: Cultivating School Culture

    David Wanstall began his teaching career at Halls Creek District High School in a remote town in the Kimberleys. Now, with 38 years of experience, he serves as a Director of Education, having worked in diverse schools and contexts.In this episode, we discuss the profound impact of school culture, setting behaviour expectations for students and staff, and making courageous decisions that drive student learning and staff growth. David also shares the inspiring story of how he and two other prin...

    50 min

  9. 10 JUIN

    S1.E3: Dr. Ray Boyd: Leading with Excellence

    With 34 years of experience in education, Dr. Ray Boyd is not just a seasoned educator but also a marathon runner and an inspirational leader. Named Principal of the Year in 2014, Dr. Boyd has even honed his leadership skills at Harvard Business School. Recently, he opened Dayton Primary School and co-founded the Centre of Excellence with two other principals.In this episode, we explore Dr. Boyd's journey in education, his approach to building a new school from the ground up, and his insights...

    53 min

  10. 27 MAI

    S1.E2 Dr Lillian Fawcett- Cracking the ABC Code

    With over 20 years of experience in education, Dr. Lillian Fawcett is an accredited Dyslexia-SPELD specialist teacher and has additional qualifications in psychology. She developed Cracking the ABC Code, a program grounded in well-researched memory and literacy learning principles, and constantly updates it with new research. Dr. Fawcett has successfully helped hundreds of students improve their literacy skills.In this episode, we discuss multisensory activities, the importance of sequence in...

    40 min

  11. 1 MAI

    S1.E1 Louise O'Donovan - Moral Purpose and Science of Learning

    In this inaugural episode of Conversations with Courageous Leaders, we sit down with Louise O'Donovan, the Principal of Jilbup Primary School, which opened its doors in 2024. Louise is a distinguished educator whose commitment to excellence in education has garnered her recognition, including the prestigious West Australian Primary Principal of the Year award in 2021.Join us as we delve into Louise's journey as an educational leader, from her transformative tenure at Beeliar Primary School to...

    43 min
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Welcome to " Conversations with Courageous Educators” the podcast that understands the challenges and rewards of being an educator. Host Luke George, a passionate advocate for student growth and success, invites you to join him as he explores the strategies and stories as told by courageous educators who thrive in their roles.

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