Schools Redefined

Abe Hege

Become the school leader you aspire to be — leading a school that thrives every day. Schools Redefined brings you real conversations and practical tools to tackle what matters most: instructional improvement, school culture, staffing, and leadership challenges — no fluff, just results. Tune in, level up, and transform your leadership. Empowering Leaders. Elevating Schools.

  1. Breaking the Blueprint #1 - Stop Trying to Fix Everything

    APR 28

    Breaking the Blueprint #1 - Stop Trying to Fix Everything

    Old Blueprint: Great school leaders are superheroes who can do it all! New Blueprint: Great school leaders focus on what matters the most!  In this weeks' episode, we are breaking the blueprint and reimagining school leadership. Abe talks about how you can stop trying to fix everything by establishing your core principles, identifying essential pillars, learning the power of high-impact prioritization, and managing your capacity.  Check out http://www.SchoolsRedefined.com  Be great because you are great!

    14 min
  2. Level Up the Questions Your Teachers Ask...

    MAR 17

    Level Up the Questions Your Teachers Ask...

    Lower-level questioning can hurt the engagement levels inside of your classrooms across the school. From tired and blank stares to heads on desks, we've all seen it when walking through classrooms. Sometimes, it's as simple as changing the questions our teachers ask daily. In this episode, we will explore how the Q-Chart (links below) can help engage students to think more critically and offer teachers an opportunity to ask better questions by using a simple resource.  Q-Chart (Blue, Green, Yellow, Brown): https://images.app.goo.gl/Kwo3zXZnc8GYy1rh9  Q-Chart (Black and White): https://images.app.goo.gl/A1uTtCrhptokuW127  You can email me anytime at info@schoolsredefined.com and also can sign up for emails from Schools Redefined at http://www.SchoolsRedefined.com  Be Great because you are Great!

    11 min
  3. Five Tips on How to Communicate with Angry Parents...

    MAR 10

    Five Tips on How to Communicate with Angry Parents...

    In this episode of the Schools Redefined podcast, Abe explores how to respond to a difficult or even angry parent concern. It can be tough to keep your cool when dealing with an angry person, but as school leaders, we have to set the tone and be the example. By listening, acknowledging, and asking questions, you too can handle angry parent concerns like a pro!  Get ready to be the leader you want to become, lead with confidence, and create a school that doesn't survive, but thrives!  Be sure to share this episode with other school leaders and sign up to recieve updates on all things Schools Redefined: https://schoolsredefined.kit.com/home  Be great, because you are great!

    10 min
  4. Handle Email Overload Like a Pro!

    MAR 3

    Handle Email Overload Like a Pro!

    In this episode of the Schools Redefined podcast, Abe explores how to handle your school emails like a pro! Getting bogged down by your email account can cost you crucial time that you could be spending being in classrooms or coaching teachers. By setting boundaries, following the 2-minute rule, setting up folders, and having pre-made templates, you can manage your inbox like a pro!  Get ready to be the leader you want to become, lead with confidence, and create a school that doesn't survive, but thrives!  Be sure to share this episode with other school leaders and sign up to get updates on all things Schools Redefined: https://schoolsredefined.kit.com/home  Be great, because you are great!

    10 min
  5. How to Make the Most of Your Title-I Funds

    FEB 25 · BONUS

    How to Make the Most of Your Title-I Funds

    In this episode of the Schools Redefined podcast, Abe explores how to make the most of your title-I funds. We explore different ways to use the funds and how you can get the most out of your funding to drive student achievement and culture!  Get ready to be the leader you want to become, lead with confidence, and create a school that doesn't survive, but thrives!  Be sure to share this episode with other school leaders and sign up to get updates on all things Schools Redefined: https://schoolsredefined.kit.com/home  Be great, because you are great!

    10 min
  6. How to Boost Teacher Morale in Less Than 5 Minutes a Day!

    FEB 24

    How to Boost Teacher Morale in Less Than 5 Minutes a Day!

    In this episode of the Schools Redefined podcast, Abe explores boosting teacher morale - something that is on every school leader's mind. Discover how appreciation, the gift of time, sharing the good, and visibility go a long way in boosting morale and building a thriving school culture.  Get ready to be the leader you want to become, lead with confidence, and create a school that doesn't survive, but thrives daily!  Be sure to share this episode with other school leaders and sign up to get updates on all things Schools Redefined: https://schoolsredefined.kit.com/home  Be great, because you are great!

    8 min
  7. Summer Ready Q3 - How do you Build Capacity?

    07/26/2024

    Summer Ready Q3 - How do you Build Capacity?

    Welcome to the Summer Ready series reflective question #3 - How do you build capacity in your people?! Capacity-building is defined as the process of developing and strengthening the skills, instincts, abilities, processes and resources that organizations need to adapt and thrive. Offer on-going PD that is meaningful to what teachers and staff need Create a mentorship program Foster a culture of autonomy Provide resources and tools that are needed Promote feedback. Be willing to give and to take Send connections to your staff for networking and PD opportunities Let's connect! Let me know how you build capacity in your people by sending me an email at info@schoolsredefined.com  Get signed up for the Schools Redefined monthly newsletter hitting your inbox beginning in August! Sign up for free here: http://www.schoolsredefined.com Until next week...

    16 min
  8. Summer Ready Q2 - What is your Vision Statement?

    07/19/2024

    Summer Ready Q2 - What is your Vision Statement?

    Getting ready for the next school year by asking Summer Ready Reflective questions!  Reflective Question #2 - What is your Vision Statement?  Let's connect! Send me an email at info@schoolsredefined.com and lets chat about your vision statement.  Get the Schools Redefined monthly newsletter for free by signing up here: https://schoolsredefined.ck.page/home  Be great because you are great! Until next week...

    11 min
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Become the school leader you aspire to be — leading a school that thrives every day. Schools Redefined brings you real conversations and practical tools to tackle what matters most: instructional improvement, school culture, staffing, and leadership challenges — no fluff, just results. Tune in, level up, and transform your leadership. Empowering Leaders. Elevating Schools.

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  • Creator
    Abe Hege
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    Schools Redefined