Southworthgrowth podcast

Dr. Scott England discusses how his alternative journey to leadership has helped him as Superintendent.  He also talks about how the challenges in his life have developed the determination needed  during the Covid-19 crisis.   Dr. England also discusses the importance of taking care of yourself as a leader and how reading the comics help create balance in his life.  Also listen to his ideas to change education and what his non-negotiables are as a leader.  

Rebecca Gibboney, instructional specialist and basketball coach from Williamsport, PA shares her love for education and sports in this week's podcast.   Rebecca discusses her path to her current position, struggles and successes and lessons learned, books and authors who inspire her and the concept of gamification which is the inspiration of her book The Tie Breaker.   Learn more about The Tiebreaker: A Scouting Report on Building a Culture for Gamification in Professional Learning at the link below.   https://www.amazon.com/Tiebreaker-Scouting-Building-Gamification-Professional-ebook/dp/B0869MTHQW/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3EAJFJG8LUZIY&dchild=1&keywords=the+tiebreaker&qid=1587383119&sprefix=The+Tiebreaker%2Caps%2C1459&sr=8-1

Dr. Michael Lubelfeld superintendent North Shore School District in Illinois discusses the importance of having Four Priorities he and his staff created to assist his district during the Covid-19 crisis.  The four priorities North Shore School District created can assist all schools during this time of crisis.    Dr. Lubelfeld discusses his educational philosophy, the importance of mentors, the importance of communication, books and authors that inspire him, passions that inspire him to author books and what he would change in education if he could.  Books authored by Dr. Michael Lubelfeld and Dr. Nick Polyak below:  The Unlearning Leader: Leading for Tomorrow's Schools Today https://www.amazon.com/Unlearning-Leader-Michael-Lubelfeld/dp/1475833466 Student Voice: From Invisible to Invaluable https://www.amazon.com/Student-Voice-Invaluable-Michael-Lubelfeld-ebook/dp/B078SSQRLX  

Mrs. Jenny Lynn Hatter discusses the challenges and lessons learned from being the first school district in Kentucky to close for the Covid-19 crisis.   Jenny Lynn's passion for education and leadership is evident as she discusses her pathway to leadership, her challenges, struggles and successes, authors and mentors who have inspired her and finally what is non-negotiable as an educator.   Podcast will help leaders in education and all fields.    

Dr. Nick Polyak, Superintendent of the Leyden High School District 212, discusses leadership decisions at a time of national crisis. We learn lessons from this specific example and can apply ideas to the current situation and to crisis in the future. He also shares his passions for education as he discusses his books Co-authored with Michael Lubelfeld The Unlearning Leader: Leading for Tomorrow's Schools Today https://www.amazon.com/Unlearning-Leader-Michael-Lubelfeld/dp/1475833466 Student Voice: From Invisible to Invaluable https://www.amazon.com/Student-Voice-Invaluable-Michael-Lubelfeld-ebook/dp/B078SSQRLX Dr. Polyak also talks about the challenges of being named Superintendent at age of 31, his mentors in education, struggles and important lessons learned and changes he would love to see in the current education system.

Dexter Knight discusses leadership decisions at a time of national crisis.  We learn lessons from this specific example and can apply ideas to the current situation and to crisis in the future.   Areas discussed include the timeline, the importance of team building and relationships with the schools and community, the ripple effect of decisions and the complexity of preparing a school district to continue learning during a global pandemic. Dexter also talks about his mentors in education, struggles and important lessons learned and changes he would love to see in the current education system.   This week podcast can help leaders in all areas.  

Dr. Brian Creasman discusses leadership decisions at a time of national crisis.  We learn lessons from this specific example and can apply ideas to the current situation and to crisis in the future.   Areas discussed include the timeline, the importance of team building and relationships with the schools and community, the ripple effect of decisions and the complexity of preparing a school district to continue learning during a global pandemic.   Excellent interview for educators and leaders in all areas.  

As we become a more sedentary society, our production, our ability to learn and our ability to lead diminishes.   Dr. Brian Creasman discusses the #fitsupts initiative to inspire us to become healthier leaders, educators and students.   Dr. Creasman's passion is evident as he shares simple ideas for a healthier lifestyle.  You may also follow Brian on Twitter @FCSSuper and you can learn more by searching #fitsupts on almost any social media site.  

Dr. Brian Creasman, Superintendent of Fleming County Schools, discusses the importance of taking risk and stepping out of your comfort zone in this week’s podcast.  He discusses initiatives such as the Passion Project as examples how Fleming County Schools takes risks for the good of the student.  Great insights for all leaders and educators. 

Dr. Thompson shares his leadership experiences as a teacher, principal and superintendent.   Matt shares his path to his current position, struggles he has encountered, authors that help  inspire his leadership and what his non-negotiables are as a leader.   Dr. Thompson discusses how to develop a culture of high expectations with compassion.  He explains the concept of "add one more think" and how Montgomery County Schools has developed this idea to increase rigor.  

Stephanie Emmons first  leadership role was principal of a school in crisis.  Stephanie discusses the importance of embracing a challenges head on and the lessons she learned and the growth she made because she embraced the struggle.  She also shares leadership lessons, authors that inspire her and what her non-negotiables. 

Lori Beth Mays shares lessons she has learned as a teacher, coach, assistant principal and principal.  She discusses her growth as she opened Lemons Mill Elementary in Georgetown, Ky.  Lori Beth also talks about the importance of being asked by a district leader to become a leader herself.   Her passion for education and students is evident throughout the podcast and she has excellent ideas for leaders of all levels.  

Elizabeth Mills, Assistant Principal of West Wilson Middle School in Mt. Juliet, TN discusses how to use failure as an opportunity to advance, the importance of mentors such as Next Generation Leaders, authors that inspire her and how to use positive intentions as a leader.  What School Could Be by Ted Dintersmith Most Likely to Succeed by Tony Wagner Mindset by Carol Dweck Daring to Lead by Brene Brown Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance Educated by Tara Westover The Smartest Kids in the World by Amanda Ripley

Coach Billy Hicks shares lessons he learned growing up in the coal community of Ages, Ky. and how these lessons helped him develop a work ethic that assisted him in becoming the winningest basketball coach in Kentucky High School basketball.  Coach Hicks discusses his journey and how both his struggles and successes have helped him as a successful coach.  He even talks about how he ended up being in the Academy Award Winning “Harlan County, USA”.

Keith shares his journey, his successes and struggles, authors and podcast that help him as a leader and his non-negotiables.  Keith also focuses on how the "productive struggle" is important in his development as well as his students and teachers.   Keith's insights will assist leaders at all levels and in many areas of leadership.   Below are links to the books, articles and podcast Keith discusses in his interview.   Podcast links: Cult of Pedagogy with Jennifer Rodriguez  https://www.cultofpedagogy.com   Better Leaders Better Schools with Danny Sunshine Bauer https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com   Principal Matters with William Parker https://www.williamdparker.com/?s=podcast   Getting Smart with Tom VanderArk  https://www.gettingsmart.com/categories/series/podcasts/   Reimagine Schools with Dr Greg Goins  https://reimagineschools.net   Transformative Principal with Jethro Jones http://www.transformativeprincipal.org   Books What School Could Be - Ted Dintersmith  https://teddintersmith.com/what-school-could-be/   Most Likely to Succeed - Ted Dintersmith (if you haven’t seen the documentary yet, you should check it out) https://teddintersmith.com/mltsfilm/ https://teddintersmith.com/mltsbook/   First Things First - Stephen Covey  https://www.amazon.com/First-Things-Stephen-R-Covey/dp/0684802031   Project Based Learning - Ryan Steuer  https://www.amazon.com/Project-Based-Learning-Stories-Structures-ebook/dp/B07DD27D

Shelina Smith has been an educational leader at multiple levels and now as Chief Academic Officer of Simpson County Schools, she shares her journey, her struggles and successes, authors that inspire her what is non-negotiable to her as a leader.   Ms. Smith discusses the importance of open and frank communication as a leader, building on everyone's strengths and many other important aspects of leadership.  This podcast is perfect for all leaders or those pursuing a leadership role.   You can follow Shelina Smith on twitter @shelinasmith 

Dr. Amy Allen has been an educational leader at multiple levels and now as principal of Glasgow Independent High School, she shares her journey, her struggles and successes, authors that inspire her and her non-negotiables as a leader.   Dr.  Allen discusses her 3 C's of Culture, Communication and Curriculum and other aspects that have helped her as a leader.   Amy's passion is evident about her students, teachers and her community.  This podcast is perfect for all leaders or those pursuing a leadership role.   You can follow Dr. Allen on Twitter @GHSDrAllen    

Dr. Jim Flynn has been a teacher, coach, principal and Simpson County Superintendent for 16 years.  Dr. Flynn will begin his new role as Executive Director of the Kentucky Association of School Superintendents on July 1. Dr. Flynn is an awesome interview as he shares over 30 years as an educator and how both his successes and struggles have helped him develop as a leader and an educator.  Great ideas about relationships, culture, integrity, focusing on people, listening to understand, open and honest communication and commitment.

LeAnn Fisher shares her leadership experiences as a teacher, building and district administrator for Simpson County Schools.  LeAnn discusses  her path to her current position, struggles she has encountered, authors that help and inspired her leadership and what her non-negotiables as a leader are.  LeAnn has great insight on the importance of passion as a leader and discusses Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek and other leadership books.  

Host: Chip Southworth – Website: www.southworthgrowth.com A leadership conversation with Brent Allen Brent Allen shares his leadership experiences as a teacher, coach and a commissioned officer in the United States Army.  Brent shares his path to his current position, struggles he has encountered, authors that help  inspire his leadership and what his non-negotiables are as a leader.  Brent has diverse leadership experiences and his message in this podcast can assist both aspiring leaders and current leaders in any role.