BridgED

Are you and your organization celebrating CTE month? If not here are some quick strategies over how to do so

In this episode we discuss the importance of providing CTE teachers relevant professional development

In this episode we look at different ways to focus on making sure your programs match the demographics of the students you were serving

In this episode, we explore how Bringing advisory teams to the table can ultimately help your program of study

This episode, I am providing practical advice to build a strong business partnerships. We know they are important, but sometimes it's hard to get started. This episode explains how!

In this episode, we will be discussing the importance of building partnerships with your local businesses and industries!

What are you doing to expose all of your students to career and technical education? Yes, I am talking about kindergartners as well.

Welcome back to another season of the Bridged Podcast. We are going to do things a little bit different, as we provide episodes that are significantly shorter but seemingly more impactful!

Jeff Springer | EdD Committed to Eminence An educator for 34 years, is the founder of the G.O.A.L. TEAM (Getting Others to Achieve Higher Levels). The G.O.A.L. TEAM, was created for helping high school students and young adults to maximize their personal leadership potential. Jeff, a former Texas High School Head Football Coach and eleven-year veteran of the classroom, is also formerly the Principal at Magnolia High School (2002-2016). In 2013 Jeff was selected as the State of Texas TASSP State Principal of the year. Besides founding Spring Strategies LLC, that provides educational executive coaching, Jeff also serves part time as the Minister of Men at Wildwood UMC, is a University Student Teacher Supervisor, and is also the founder of Suit Up Ministries, a nonprofit men's ministry. Jeff attended Abilene Christian University where he played on the 1977 National Championship Football team, received his Bachelor of Arts in Teaching from Sam Houston State University and obtained his Masters of Sports Administration from the United States Sports Academy. In the spring of 2020, Jeff completed his Doctorate in Education with an emphasis in Transformational Leadership from Concordia University. Jeff is passionate about people and “play.” Developing others and helping them see their value and completeness is what drives Jeff in all his relationships. Jeff loves being a husband, dad and a grandfather. He is always seeking for ways to acknowledge men that strive to be the daily active devoted dads they are called to be. Jeff who resides in Montgomery, Texas, has been married for 39 years and has two children, and three grandchildren.

In this episode, I speak with Vernon Wright, founder of ZeroApologyZone.com and TheWrightLeader.com.  He is an entrepreneur, leader, speaker, coach, and overall a great person!  Sit back and be ready to take notes, as he brings wisdom over how to bridge the gap between K-12 and industry.

In this episode, I chat with author and CEO Antione Sherfield. His story will captivate and inspire you, and he is utilizing his talents to impact the lives of others. With a focus on SEL, he aims to teach students how to "take the shot" an not miss opportunities. You can get is material at www.sherfedu.com!

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Amy Russell, a college professor in the health science field, who also practices what she preaches.

In this episode, we speak with Ryan Scott, a high school AP out of Webster County, KY. He is adamant about doing whatever it takes to get his students to the next level of life, and it shows in his passion!

In this episode, I speak with former CTE law enforcement teacher, and current School Resource Office, Anthony Allen. Anthony provides his experiences in the classroom teaching law enforcement, and a unique, but necessary, way to teach students how to interact with police.

In this episode, we chat with Luke Sutton, owner of SCS, a construction consulting firm, to explore the opportunities within the construction industry. He provides insight over how to properly prepare students, and the benefits of technology within the field.

In this episode, I talk with Marty Silverman to gain perspective from an elementary principal over how to bridge the gap between K-12 Education and Industry.

In this episode, we take a closer look at what is being projected at the elementary and middle schools regarding trades and CTE programming. 

In this episode, we take a closer look at the narratives that are projected in elementary schools. I am reaching out to our listeners to gather feedback. What does your elementary school do well in regards to exposing our students to trades and career and technology education? Email me at bridgedpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, we take an in depth, raw look at the type of narrative we utilize when speaking to our students about post secondary options

What is BridgED all about?  In this episode, find out about who I am, and why I am pursuing this podcast.