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In this inspiring episode of Leaning Into Leadership, we continue our NASSP National Principal of the Year series with Tony Cattani, a finalist for the 2025–2026 National High School Principal of the Year. For 18 years, Tony has led Lenape High School in Medford, NJ, where he's created a thriving school culture grounded in trust, reflection, and instructional growth.Tony shares how his leadership journey evolved from managing to truly leading, and how a single conference keynote transformed his outlook. We dive into his groundbreaking peer observation model that has generated more than 3,000 teacher visits, fostered collective efficacy, and built a culture where everyone grows together. From collegiality cafes to popcorn lesson invitations, Tony's story is a masterclass in empowering educators and redefining professional development.This conversation is packed with actionable leadership insights, a healthy dose of humility, and yes—a metaphor involving Buffalo chicken dip that perfectly sums up what it means to lead with purpose and pride.Learn more about NASSP's Principal of the Year program at https://www.nassp.org/news/nassp-announces-national-principal-of-the-year-finalists/

In this powerful kickoff to our NASSP Principal of the Year finalist series, Dr. Damon Lewis of Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy in Norwalk, CT shares his incredible leadership journey—from paraeducator to transformational middle school principal. Under his leadership, chronic absenteeism dropped from 31% to 8%, equity-driven initiatives expanded access to gifted and accelerated programs, and eighth-grade PSAT scores outpaced national, state, and district averages.Dr. Lewis discusses the culture shift at his school, his “so what, now what” mindset, and why proper preparation, intentional systems, and relentless focus on every student have made the difference. He also opens up about how his personal story fuels his mission—and how being a national finalist is a platform for advocacy, equity, and excellence in public education.Key Topics:Vision-driven leadership and systems thinkingAccelerating achievement while addressing inequityListening as a leadership superpowerThe impact of culturally responsive leadershipWhy excuses build bridges to nowhereLearn more about NASSP's Principal of the Year program at https://www.nassp.org/news/nassp-announces-national-principal-of-the-year-finalists/

  The Ruckus Report Quick take: If your school has beautiful values painted on the walls but nobody's living them, you're running a theater, not a school. Jimmy Casas exposes the brutal difference between what we say and what we do. Meet Your Fellow Ruckus Maker Jimmy Casas has been an educator for over 30 years, serving twenty-two years as a school leader. Under his leadership, his school was named one of the Best High Schools in the country three times by Newsweek and US News & World Report. Jimmy was named the 2012 Iowa Secondary Principal of the Year and was selected as runner-up NASSP 2013 National Secondary Principal of the Year. In 2014, Jimmy was invited to the White House to speak on the Future Ready Schools pledge. Jimmy is also the author of ten books, including the Washington Post's best-selling book CULTURIZE: Every Student. Every Day. Whatever It Takes, which has sold over 350,000 copies to date. Jimmy is the owner and CEO of J Casas & Associates, where he and his team serve as professional leadership coaches for school and district leaders across the country. Breaking Down the Old Rules

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In this inspiring episode, Darrin sits down with Ronn Nozoe, lifelong educator and Chief Executive Officer of NASSP (National Association of Secondary School Principals). Together, they explore the current landscape of school leadership, the importance of supporting new leaders, and how educators can take ownership of their professional growth.Ronn shares reflections from his journey — from a classroom in Hawaii to national leadership — and discusses how listening, connection, and collaboration are reshaping the future of educational leadership. You'll also hear about the value of NASSP's Principal of the Year program and the upcoming United Conference in Seattle.Key Takeaways:Why school leaders today are true heroes and must be seen as professionalsThe impact of rapid turnover in leadership roles and how to navigate itHow NASSP fosters deep, authentic professional learningWhy listening is one of the most powerful leadership movesThe value of peer networks and nationwide connection through the United ConferenceAbout Ronn Nozoe:Ronn Nozoe is a lifelong educator and the Chief Executive Officer of NASSP. He has held leadership roles at ASCD, the U.S. Department of Education, and across Hawaii's Department of Education. A former principal and teacher, Ronn brings decades of wisdom and a deep commitment to transforming education through school leadership.Links Mentioned:Learn more about NASSP: nassp.orgExplore the United Conference: unitedconference.org

In this episode, I'm joined by Jimmy Casas—best-selling author, leadership coach, and former award-winning principal. Jimmy and I dive into his incredible journey from bar manager to one of the most recognized school leaders in the country. We unpack the power of origin stories, the traps of superhero leadership, and why leaders must know who they want to be in order to lead effectively.Jimmy shares how Culturize became the game-changing book it is today, why so many school leaders fall into “fixer” mode, and how coaching has changed the game for him and countless leaders. We also talk about the evolving landscape of school leadership, the importance of building leadership capacity, and his belief that culture is caused—by adults, not students.Whether you're early in your leadership journey or a seasoned veteran, this conversation is packed with practical insights, authentic reflection, and coaching wisdom that will inspire and equip you to lead with clarity and purpose.

This conversation explores the profound impact of recent immigration policy changes on teachers and students, focusing on the emotional and practical challenges faced in educational settings. Panelists discuss the anxiety and fear stemming from the potential presence of immigration agents in schools, the importance of clear communication and support systems, and strategies for creating safe spaces for students. The discussion highlights the importance of collaboration among educators, community organizations, and school leadership in effectively navigating these challenges. Follow on Twitter @Jenschwanke @drjenschwanke.bsky.social | @jehan_hakim | @msdarasavage @ExcelLYNNCE | @kbustosdiaz | @jonHarper70bd | @bamradionetwork Jehan Hakim is a mother and Houston-based educational consultant with over a decade of experience in empowering educators and organizational leaders through culturally responsive pedagogy and professional development. Jen Schwanke, Ed.D., has been an educator for almost three decades, teaching or leading at all levels. She is the author of four books published by ASCD, including The Principal's Guide to Conflict Management, and has published hundreds of articles in various education publications. In addition to providing professional development to districts in the areas of school climate, personnel, and instructional leadership, Schwanke presents at conferences for ASCD, NAESP, NASSP, AASA, and various state and local education organizations. She is the co-host of the popular “Principal Matters” podcast and an instructor in educational administration at The Ohio State University and Miami University of Ohio. Dr. Schwanke currently serves as a Deputy Superintendent in Ohio.– Kenya Bustos Diaz is a freshman ENL Teacher From Veracruz, Mexico, DACA recipient. Social Justice Mentor for Future Teachers of Color at Butler University Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education from Butler University. Dara Laws Savage is a 26-year educator from the great state of Delaware. She has served on numerous local, regional, and state committees, and has been Teacher of the Year in two different districts. She is an Emeritus national faculty member of PBLWorks, and is presently the English 9 teacher and Instructional Coach at the Early College High School at Delaware State University while working on her doctorate. Dara is a proud Board of Education member for the Seaford School District (alumna) and she is the owner of Savage Educational Consulting. Tom Rademacher has spent the last two decades devoted to students and education. He's the author of 50 Strategies for Learning without Screens, It Won't Be Easy, Raising Ollie, and the forthcoming chapter book series Bucket and Friends. Tom was named Minnesota's 2014 Teacher of the Year, and before teaching mostly wrote bad poetry and talked about Kurt Cobain. He lives too close to the Mall of America in Minnesota with his wife, son, and absolute chonk of a dog.

This week, President Trump signed executive orders that profoundly affect teaching and learning. The most immediate involves mass deportation and authorizing immigration agents to make arrests at schools. To understand how the education community is navigating these developments, we contacted teachers, principals, superintendents, education reporters, and immigration lawyers. We encountered intense emotions and confusion; many were unwilling or unprepared to speak publicly. We eventually found a group that was willing to share their thoughts, feelings, plans, and resources they're using. Most of all, they offered their best reasons for hope amid the uncertainty ahead. Jessica Heiser is the Founder & Lead Project Attorney at Imprint Legal Group, a national law and consulting firm that specializes in protected class law. Jessica is a two-time graduate of Northwestern University, where she earned a B.A. with Honors and, fifteen years later, earned a Master's certificate in Leading Equity and Inclusion in Organizations. After teaching middle and high school students in St. Louis and Los Angeles, Jessica put herself through law school at DePaul University College of Law and practiced school and employment law for almost twelve years. After becoming a certified diversity, equity, and inclusion practitioner, she gave up her partnership in a large law firm to launch Imprint Legal Group, a women- and disability-owned business that guides organizations in proactively combining compliance and culture. Jessica is the recipient of the prestigious Diversity in Law Award and has been tapped to serve on the Indiana Supreme Court Commission for Equity and Access and National School Board Association Title IX Advisory Group. Jen Schwanke, Ed.D., has been an educator for almost three decades, teaching or leading at all levels. She is the author of four books published by ASCD, including The Principal's Guide to Conflict Management, and has published hundreds of articles in various education publications. In addition to providing professional development to districts in the areas of school climate, personnel, and instructional leadership, Schwanke presents at conferences for ASCD, NAESP, NASSP, AASA, and various state and local education organizations. She is the co-host of the popular “Principal Matters” podcast and an instructor in educational administration at The Ohio State University and Miami University of Ohio. Dr. Schwanke currently serves as a Deputy Superintendent in Ohio.– Zaidee Stavely covers bilingual education, early education and immigration as it relates to schools and hosts EdSource's Education Beat podcast. She is a bilingual print and radio reporter who has worked in Mexico and the U.S. She has covered education, immigration, environmental justice and traditional arts for KQED, Radio Bilingüe, and Public Radio International's “The World,” among other outlets. Zaidee has won numerous awards for her journalism, including an Emmy, a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award, an Excellence in Journalism Award from SPJ Northern California, and the Rubén Salazar Award from CCCNMA: Latino Journalists of California. She grew up in rural Mendocino County, where both her parents taught in public one-room schoolhouses. She has a Master's degree from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism and a B.A. in Latin American and Latino Studies and Community Studies from UC Santa Cruz. She lives in Oakland with her husband and two children.

Drew Perkins talks with NASSP 2025 Principal of the Year, Tracie Swilley, about her work to turn around a struggling school.  Links & Resources Mentioned In This Episode

Dr. Tracie Anderson Swilley the Principal of Fairfield High School in South Carolina was named the 2025 Principal of the Year for the United States by the National Association of Secondary School Principals. Today we're going to talk to her about the culture transformation at her school that improved their graduation rate and built a school pride that is promoting excellence in everything they do. She also talks about school safety and how she has approached this sensitive topic. Listen to this inspiring principal and make your school a better place too. Show notes: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e867  

Welcome back to the IASP Advocacy Podcast - your weekly portal to insights and updates regarding education legislation and implementation.  This week host Cindy Long interviews Dave Strouse, Batesville Middle School Principal and IASP's representative with NASSP.  Dave brings an update from his bimonthly NASSP meeting.  Don't miss this info on Title IX, E-Rate Funding, and financial appropriations.

Principals  James Allrich of Maryland and Allison Persad of NY City recently were named to the NASSP Board....moving their leadership skills to national policy.We'll chat about what the new school year looks like  thru a Principal's eyes at both the building and national level..

Principals  James Allrich of Maryland and Allison Persad of NY City recently were named to the NASSP Board....moving their leadership skills to national policy.We'll chat about what the new school year looks like  thru a Principal's eyes at both the building and national level..

Today our guest is Dr. David Arencibia the Principal at Colleyville Middle School in Grapevine-Colleyville ISD. Dr. Arencibia shares about his new book, “Foundations of an Elite Culture: Building Success with High Standards and a Positive Environment.” He shares how high standards and a positive culture are the two pillars of a healthy campus, and how these two pillars can help with staff burnout, hiring, and community both inside and outside of our buildings. He also talks about Colleyville Middle School being a CharacterStrong Showcase school and he highlights the great work that the team at Colleyville is doing as they serve students and families everyday. Learn More About CharacterStrong:  Join us at the 2024 CharacterStrong National Conference Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples Attend our next live product preview Visit the CharacterStrong Website   Dr. David Arencibia is a highly regarded educator with over two decades of experience as a school leader, dedicated to building cultures of success. David is a sought-after keynote speaker and the author of "Foundations of an Elite Culture," released in May of 2024 and held the #1 New Release position in its education category on Amazon. Notable accolades include being named the 2023 National Principal of the Year finalist, the 2022 Texas Secondary Principal of the Year, and the 2022 Texan of the Year finalist by the Dallas Morning News. David has met with the US Secretary of Education several times to help advance education in America. According to US News & World Report, David's school garnered recognition as one of the Best Schools in Texas and the country. Under his leadership, the school achieved significant milestones, earning designations such as a Nationally Recognized Model Campus, a Texas School To Watch, and a National PTA School of Excellence. Notably, during a recent school year, the school achieved 100% of students experiencing at least a year's academic growth. David and his team have fostered substantial community growth, boasting the highest school record numbers with more PTA members than students for five consecutive years. EducationWeek and NASSP's Leadership Magazines have featured David and his school team for cultivating a positive culture with high standards and teacher retention. In "The Energy Bus for Schools," a new book by Jon Gordon and Dr. Jim Van Allan, David's school is highlighted as a premier institution embodying the desired attributes of a positive culture.

Dave Strouse joins today to bring national updates on behalf of NASSP

Philosopher Thi Nguyen first visited us 150 episodes ago (!!) to discuss how social media gamification exploded online conspiracy theories and audience capture drags content producers toward the seductions of premature clarity—and the ecstasy of fascism.  Nguyen returns to discuss “value capture”: how simplified and portable metrics in institutions, technology, and media landscapes erode our moral capacities as we pursue goals we never signed up for. (We even consider this influence on podcasting!) Throughout, we also talk about the heart of Nguyen's book, Games: Agency as Art, in which he explores the liberatory nature of games that offer the pleasures of striving and absorption. We wonder whether—if we valued and understood play for its own sake—we might not need to gamify the world.  Show Notes Games: Agency as Art  Games and the Art of Agency (Philosophical Review) (2020 APA Article Prize; selected for Philosopher Annual‘s “10 Best Philosophy Articles of 2019”) Value Capture (JESP) Trust as an Unquestioning Attitude (OSE) Transparency is Surveillance (Philosophy and Phenomenological Research) (short summary) Hostile Epistemology (keynote for the 2022 NASSP.) Autonomy and Aesthetic Engagement (Mind) (audio) Art as a Shelter from Science (Aristotelian Society Supplementary) The Arts of Action (Philosopher's Imprint) Moral Outrage Porn with Bekka Williams (Journal of Ethics and Social Philosophy) (selected for Philosopher Annual‘s “10 Best Philosophy Articles of 2020”) How Twitter Gamifies Communication (Applied Epistemology, OUP) (And a shortened version for students, with suggested classroom exercises.) Echo Chambers and Epistemic Bubbles (Episteme) The Seductions of Clarity (RIPS) Cultural Appropriation and the Intimacy of Groups, with Matt Strohl (Philosophical Studies) Trust and Antitrust — Annette Baier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congrats to today's guest, Courtney Walker of Carrollton High School in Georgia , this year's NASSP winning assistant principal  with us to speak on leadership and schcool culture

Congrats to today's guest, Courtney Walker of Carrollton High School in Georgia , this year's NASSP winning assistant principal  with us to speak on leadership and schcool culture

Dr. Chris Jones is a seasoned educator from Massachusetts with an impressive 23 years in the field. For the past 14 years, he's been rocking it as a building administrator and currently wears the hats of President-Elect at the Massachusetts State Administrators Association (MSAA) and Principal at Whitman-Hanson Regional High School.But wait, there's more! Chris isn't just about the titles; he's all about making waves in education. As the brains behind "SEEing to Lead," he's authored a book full of strategies for modern leaders to uplift and empower teachers, ultimately boosting student success. And guess what? He's got a podcast by the same name, where he shines the spotlight on teachers' voices, all in the name of bettering education as a whole.Fueling Chris' fire is his belief in continuous improvement—because success isn't just a destination, it's an ongoing journey. You might have caught him dropping knowledge bombs at various presentations and workshops for esteemed organizations like MSAA, MassCUE, MASCD, ASCD, and NASSP.And hey, behind every great educator is a supportive family. Chris resides in Southeastern Massachusetts with his wife, Mary (Bella), and their dynamic duo, Tommy and Scotty.Connect with Dr. Chris Jhttps://stl.bepodcast.network/ https://linktr.ee/DrCSJones drchrissj@gmail.com  Let me help you determine the next steps in your career!Grab a complimentary Career emPOWERment Sessionemail: melinda@empowereducator.comWith Rubi.ai, you'll experience cutting-edge technology, research-driven insights, and efficient content delivery.Website: www.empowereducator.com Join the Empowered Educator Facebook Group Become a Curriculum and Instructional Designer 3-Course Bundle 4-Course Bundle: Curriculum and Instructional Design, Customer Success, Training & Ed Consulting, Freelancing

Ever wondered how to voice your concerns without sparking conflict?Even though teachers have credentials to teach and work with students, it is a different skill set to talk effectively with adults.Effective communication with adults, colleagues, and administrators, allows educators to express their concerns without complaining and still maintain relationships, both personally and professionally. And that takes skill building, including naming their fears and hesitations and remembering that they are in a team.So joining us today is Jennifer Abrams, an international educational and communications consultant and a trainer for coaches, teachers, and administrators, to talk about empowering educators through effective communication and dealing with hard conversations.Jennifer also shares the need to balance one's personal development and professional growth, the future of education through a human-centered approach, and why teacher support is essential. There is power in your voice and the support systems around you. So, never shy away from asking for support because that's a path to growth. Here's to your journey as an empowered educator! Stay empowered,JenLet's keep the conversation going! Find me at:Jen Rafferty | Instagram, YouTube, Facebook | LinktreeInstagram: @jenrafferty_Facebook: Empowered Educator Faculty RoomAbout Jennifer:Jennifer Abrams is an international educational and communications consultant for public and independent schools, universities and non-profits. Jennifer trains and coaches teachers, administrators and others on new teacher/employee support, having hard conversations, collaboration skills and being your best adult self at work. In her over two decades at Palo Alto Unified School District (Palo Alto, CA, USA), Jennifer was a high school English teacher, new teacher coach, and professional development facilitator. She left PAUSD in 2012 to start her full time communications consultancy in which she works with schools and organizations around the globe.Jennifer presents at annual North American-based conferences such as Learning Forward, ASCD, NASSP, NAESP, AMLE, ISACS and the New Teacher Center Annual Symposium among others. Internationally, she facilitated with the Teachers' and Principals' Centers for International School Leadership (TTC and PTC) and presents with EARCOS, NESA, ECIS, AISA, AMISA, CEESA and Tri-Association, and consults with schools across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, New Zealand, South America and Canada. Jennifer's publications include Having Hard Conversations, The Multigenerational Workplace: Communicating, Collaborating & Creating Community and Hard Conversations Unpacked - the Whos, the Whens and the What Ifs, Swimming in the Deep End: Four Foundational Skills for Leading Successful School Initiatives, and her newest book, Stretching Your Learning Edges: Growing (Up) at Work. Jennifer has been recognized as one of "21 Women All K-12 Educators Need to Know" by Education Week's 'Finding Common Ground' blog. She considers herself a "voice coach," helping others learn how to best use their voices - be it collaborating on a team, presenting in front of a group, coaching a colleague, supervising an employee.  Connect with Jennifer:Website: www.jenniferabrams.comIG: @jenniferbethabramsX: @jenniferabramsLinkedIn

JOSH TOVAR is the proud principal at Memorial Pathway Academy in Garland ISD. He's been in education for over thirty years and has served at all levels from elementary to university. Josh is the proud son of Virginia and Jesus Tovar, a proud immigrant to the USA, and former US Marine. Welcome to Teachers on Fire interviews, airing LIVE on YouTube every Saturday morning at 9:00 Pacific and 12:00 Eastern! Join the conversation and add your comments to the broadcast. IN THIS CONVERSATION: 0:53 - JOSH TOVAR is the proud principal at Memorial Pathway Academy in Garland ISD in Texas. 1:35 - About the unique mission of MPA and the immigrant story it supports 4:33 - Two stories of personal and professional adversity 10:57 - Why Josh tells the story of his school community and celebrates students 14:55 - How Unlock the Middle has impacted Josh's thinking and practice 20:25 - Josh's three pillars: faith, family, and fitness 24:30 - What time Josh goes to bed on school nights 25:00 - Setting Josh on fire: sharing the beauty of the education profession 30:04 - A professional goal for this year: speaking at NASSP in Tennessee 32:27 - What sets Josh on fire outside of school: being the best dad possible 34:39 - A productivity hack: phone apps that build quick photo collages 34:59 - Educators to follow on X 35:42 - Josh on edtech tools: "I'm still a paper guy" 36:28 - Two book picks: Four Agreements and Define Your Why by Barbara Bray 36:50 - Josh's podcast picks 37:41 - Who I should interview next on the podcast: Erik Francis 39:24 - A YouTube channel pick: JT Spotlights 40:56 - What the Tovar family is streaming these days 41:21 - The best ways for Teachers on Fire to follow Josh CONNECT with ME On X @TeachersOnFire (https://X.com/TeachersOnFire) On Facebook @TeachersOnFire (https://www.facebook.com/TeachersOnFire/) On YouTube @Teachers On Fire (https://www.youtube.com/@teachersonfire) On LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/timwcavey/ Visit the home of Teachers on Fire at https://teachersonfire.net/. SONG TRACK CREDIT GO! by Neffex *All songs retrieved from the YouTube Audio Library at https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teachersonfire/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teachersonfire/support

Last week we heard from NASSP state rep Dave Strouse, so this week we follow it up with our NAESP state rep Amy Niemeier.

 Celebrating a new Principal of the Year (Andrew Farley of Wisconsin) as we continue to celebrate National Principals Month, NASSP CEO Ronn Nozoe is with us today calling in from Hawaii.... to remind us of the important work that Principals do and Principals share nationwide for a better school experience for everyone . Its a tough job, tougher than ever these days.

 Celebrating a new Principal of the Year (Andrew Farley of Wisconsin) as we continue to celebrate National Principals Month, NASSP CEO Ronn Nozoe is with us today calling in from Hawaii.... to remind us of the important work that Principals do and Principals share nationwide for a better school experience for everyone . Its a tough job, tougher than ever these days.

Jimmy served twenty-two years as a school leader. He is a best selling author, speaker, leadership coach, and a state and national award winning principal. Under Jimmy's leadership, Bettendorf High School was named one of the best high schools in the country three times by Newsweek and U.S. News and World Report. JImmy was named the 2012 Iowa Principal of the Year and was runner-up NASSP 2013 National Principal of the Year. In 2014, Jimmy was invited to the White House to speak on the Future Ready Pledge. Finally, in 2015, he received the Bammy Award for the National Principal of the Year. Join Kristie and Rylee as we listen in on Jimmy Casas answers on the latest concerns facing teachers and administrators today. 

Three great school leaders , all finalists for National Principal of the Year, join me with insights , inspriation and strategies for school leadership as we celebrate  National Principals Month. Thank you NASSP

Three great school leaders , all finalists for National Principal of the Year, join me with insights , inspriation and strategies for school leadership as we celebrate  National Principals Month. Thank you NASSP

NASSP presents Elizabeth Brown of Ocala FL and Michael Semlak ( both current principals and both founding members of the Principals Recovery Network )are our guests today. Of course, the kids come first, but school violence ,particularly gun violence,affects everyone and leaders need help in order to effectivelvely lead after such occurences . Tragic these days, but true.

NASSP presents Elizabeth Brown of Ocala FL and Michael Semlak ( both current principals and both founding members of the Principals Recovery Network )are our guests today. Of course, the kids come first, but school violence ,particularly gun violence,affects everyone and leaders need help in order to effectivelvely lead after such occurences . Tragic these days, but true.

NASSP presents SCHOOL LEADERS MUST ADVOCATE FOR EDUCATION: THE MARYLAND EXAMPLE with Maryland NASSP President , High School Principal Michael Brown on how they advocated and won   working with legislators in Maryland to avoid what might have been a catastrophic change affecting school administration statewide.

NASSP presents SCHOOL LEADERS MUST ADVOCATE FOR EDUCATION: THE MARYLAND EXAMPLE with Maryland NASSP President , High School Principal Michael Brown on how they advocated and won   working with legislators in Maryland to avoid what might have been a catastrophic change affecting school administration statewide.

NASSP presents SCHOOL LEADERS MUST ADVOCATE FOR EDUCATION: Michael brown was one of the first African American school leaders on Carroll County and is now President of the Maryland NASSP chapter. School climate and respect matters, as you'll see in this 15 minute Part 1 interview with Mike which ocntinues on the next podcast to how the  Maryland NASSP President , advocated and won  a major change  in a law by working with legislators i to avoid what might have been a catastrophic difference affecting school administration statewide.

NASSP presents SCHOOL LEADERS MUST ADVOCATE FOR EDUCATION: Michael brown was one of the first African American school leaders on Carroll County and is now President of the Maryland NASSP chapter. School climate and respect matters, as you'll see in this 15 minute Part 1 interview with Mike which ocntinues on the next podcast to how the  Maryland NASSP President , advocated and won  a major change  in a law by working with legislators i to avoid what might have been a catastrophic difference affecting school administration statewide.

There's a lot of talk about risk factors in education; but not as much focus on protective factors. That's why I invited Dr. Mike Gaskell to episode 118 of De Facto Leaders to talk about the work he's done helping students and staff build resilience in a way that's feasible for busy educators. Dr. Michael Gaskell is an author, speaker and school principal in East Brunswick, NJ., following experience as a special educator and assistant principal in Paramus, NJ. He models the pursuit of lifelong learning as he serves to mentor new principals through the New Jersey Leaders to Leaders program. An NJPSA Stars recipient, he has been published in over 4 dozen articles in education journals and blogs, including ASCD Smartbrief, Tech & Learning, Education Post, eSchoolNews, NASSP, Edtech, currently writes a monthly column in ASCD Smartbrief, and has made the most-read section of ASCD Smartbrief numerous times. Mike presents at national conferences, including the Learning and the Brain conference, November 2021; FETC January 2022, and FETC, again in January 2023. He has been on numerous podcasts including Larry Ferlazzo's Education Week Classroom Q&A. Mike has published three books: Radical Principals, Leading Schools Through Trauma and Microstrategy Magic. Dr. Gaskell works relentlessly to support instructional excellence and student success, for his school community, and most importantly, for the wellness and equity of all children. In this episode, we cover a wide range of topics, including:✅De-escalation strategies school staff can use for handling emails and social media posts; including Jay Baer's “reply only twice” strategy.✅Three protective factors that increase post-traumatic growth.✅How to “stack” 1-minute interventions to improve resilience, behavior, and performance. ✅Simple but powerful ways to improve attention and engagement; including the “coffeehouse effect” and greeting students at the door. You can connect with Dr. Michael Gaskell on LinkedIn here, on Twitter here, and on Instagram here. His books include Radical Principals, Leading Schools through Trauma,  and MicroStrategy Magic: Confronting Classroom Challenges While Saving Time and Energy.In this episode, I mention the School of Clinical Leadership, my program for related service providers who want to take a leadership role in implementing executive functioning support. You can learn more about the program here. 

IGNITE: NASSP'S  UPCOMING NATIONAL SCHOOL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE...A VISIT WITH NASSP PRESIDENT GREGG WIECZOREK  who has just completed a 50 state tour . meeting with school leaders about common concerns, challenges and solutions

IGNITE: NASSP'S  UPCOMING NATIONAL SCHOOL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE...A VISIT WITH NASSP PRESIDENT GREGG WIECZOREK  who has just completed a 50 state tour . meeting with school leaders about common concerns, challenges and solutions

Sherry is currently a High School Principal in Delaware and also a past recipient of the National Distinguished Principal award for both NAESP and NASSP. Book Adam for your next event! mradamwelcome.com/speaking Adam's Books: Kids Deserve It - amzn.to/3JzaoZv Run Like a Pirate - amzn.to/3KH9fjT Teachers Deserve It - amzn.to/3jzATDg Empower Our Girls - amzn.to/3JyR4vm Social Media: @mradawelcome

In this episode, we discuss the current climate of schools post-covid across North America and the need to recalibrate our energies, efforts, and expectations to meet our students and educators where they are at. Many of us feel weary, but there are so many ways to get fired up about education. Listen to some of Jimmy's excellent advice about education, culture-building and fostering our morale in school to boost student efficacy! Jimmy served twenty-two years as a school leader. He is a best selling author, speaker, leadership coach, and a state and national award winning principal. Under Jimmy's leadership, Bettendorf High School was named one of the best high schools in the country three times by Newsweek and U.S. News and World Report. JImmy was named the 2012 Iowa Principal of the Year and was runner-up NASSP 2013 National Principal of the Year. In 2014, Jimmy was invited to the White House to speak on the Future Ready Pledge. Finally, in 2015, he received the Bammy Award for the National Principal of the Year. 

Get the book, Fearless Coaching: Resilience and Results from the Classroom to the Boardroom Follow Doug on Twitter @douglasreeves Visit the Creative Leadership website About the Author Douglas Reeves, PhD is the founder of Creative Leadership Solutions. The author of more than 30 books and 100 articles on leadership and organizational effectiveness, he has worked in all 50 US states and more than 20 countries around the world. He has been recognized by NASSP, NSDC, the Australian Council of Educational Leaders for his work, and other organizations for his work, and has written widely on school leadership, equity, accountability, grading, creativity, coaching, and psychological safety. 

NASSP ON MANAGING CHANGE IN SCHOOL LEADERSHIP...MANAGING WITH PREDICTABILITY...with the 2022  NASSP ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR KATHERINE HOLDEN JOINS US . Katherine is currently Principal of Talent Middle School in Talent Oregon.

NASSP ON MANAGING CHANGE IN SCHOOL LEADERSHIP...MANAGING WITH PREDICTABILITY...with the 2022  NASSP ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR KATHERINE HOLDEN JOINS US . Katherine is currently Principal of Talent Middle School in Talent Oregon.

Jimmy Casas - Recalibrate the Culture: Our Work - Our Why - Our Values. This is episode 565 of Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast. Jimmy Casas has been an educator for over 30 years, serving twenty-two years as a school leader, including fourteen years as Principal at Bettendorf High School. Under his leadership, Bettendorf was named one of the Best High Schools in the country three times by Newsweek and US News & World Report. Jimmy was named the 2012 Iowa Secondary Principal of the Year and was selected as runner-up NASSP 2013 National Secondary Principal of the Year. In 2014, Jimmy was invited to the White House to speak on the Future Ready Schools pledge. Jimmy is also the author of nine books, including the best-selling books Culturize: Every Student. Every Day. Whatever It Takes, Live Your Excellence: Bring Your Best Self to School Every Day, and Handle with Care: Managing Difficult Situations in Schools with Dignity and Respect. Jimmy's newest release, Recalibrate the Culture, is already a top-selling book on Amazon. Jimmy is the owner and CEO of J Casas & Associates, where he serves as a professional leadership coach for school leaders across the country. In January 2020, Jimmy launched ConnectEDD, a publishing company aimed at giving back to the profession by supporting educators to become published authors.  We will be looking at his book Recalibrate the Culture: Our Work, Our Why, Our Values. Lots to learn... Before you go... Could you do me a favor? Please go to my website at https://www.stevenmiletto.com/reviews/ or open the podcast app that you are listening to me on, and would you rate and review the podcast? That would be so cool. Thanks! If you are listening on Apple Podcasts on your phone, go to the logo - click so that you are on the main page with a listing of the episodes for my podcast and scroll to the bottom. There you will see a place to rate and review. Could you review me? That would be so cool. Thank you! Hey, I've got another favor...could you share the podcast with one of your friends, colleagues, and family members? Hmmm? What do you think? Thank you! Thanks for sharing! Thanks for listening! Connect & Learn More: https://www.jimmycasas.com/ @jcasasandassociates7860 - youtube https://www.facebook.com/JCasasandAssociates/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-casas-bb863432/ https://www.instagram.com/casas_jimmy/ https://twitter.com/casas_jimmy/ Length - 56:54

Order the Leading Equity Book Today!  Dr. Dionne McLaughlin Dionne V. McLaughlin: Executive Director of Critical Reflections on Racial Equity Inc. (CRREI) and an Associate Professor at North Carolina Central University. She is a British-born Black Jamaican American educator who is an experienced bilingual principal. Recent publications: Book: Personalized Principal Leadership Practices: Eight Strategies for Leading Equitable, High Achieving Schools, Book Insights: How Expert Principals Make Difficult Decisions.     Dr. McLaughlin has led workshops on culturally responsive teaching, leading equitable schools and making effective leadership decisions for teachers, principals/assistant principals. Presentations: MDA Conference, Indiana Association of School Principals (IASP) Fall Professionals Conference, ASCD, NASSP, Illinois Principals Association Conference and NAESP.   Show Highlights 8 Equity Strategies  Connect with Dr. McLaughlin Website Create academic affinity groups and scholar support programs for African American and Latinx students Additional Resources Book Dr. Eakins Amplifying Student Voices Program Watch The Art of Advocacy Show Learn more about our Student Affinity Groups Free Course on Implicit Bias 20 Diversity Equity and Inclusion Activities FREE AUDIO COURSE: Race, Advocacy, and Social Justice Studies

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In Part One of our conversation, Dr. Tim Kanold and I discuss the power of smart brevity, the concept that brevity in communication is confidence and that length communicates fear and avoidance. He discusses some of the essential elements for communicating effectively and efficiently using Smart Brevity—the concept borne by Jim Vandehei. Dr. Timothy D. Kanold is a mathematics educator and author of textbooks. He was the president of the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics (NCSM) from 2008 to 2009.[1]Dr. Kanold holds a bachelor's degree in Education and a master's degree in Mathematics from the University of Illinois, and a doctorate in Educational Leadership and Counseling Psychology from Loyola University Chicago. In 2007, he retired from his position as Superintendent at Adlai E. Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire, Illinois,[2] where for 17 years, he served as Director of Mathematics and Science.With Ron Larson, Dr. Kanold is co-author of 27 mathematics textbooks grades 6-12, written for Houghton Mifflin/McDougal Littell Publishing Company from 1988 to the present. Additionally, since 2001 he has authored and co-authored 18 books on K-12 mathematics and school leadership, published with Solution Tree Press.[3] He continues to write and present for the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics on the Principles and Standards for School Mathematics, as well as for AASA and NASSP. He is the lead author for NCTM's update of the Teaching Performance Standards Document, and has presented more than 600 talks and seminars nationally and internationally over the past decade, with the primary focus on the creation of equitable learning experiences for all children in mathematics.Dr. Kanold is the 1986 recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics Teaching,[4] the 1991 recipient of the Outstanding Young Alumni Award from Illinois State University, the 1994 recipient of the Outstanding School Administrator Award from the Illinois State Board of Education, and the 2001 recipient of the Outstanding Alumni Award from Addison Trail High School. He also is the developer and presenter for New Dimensions in Leadership: Leading in a Learning Organization, a training program for future school administrators. Considered to be a “Teacher of Leaders,” he currently provides training in mathematics program improvement, professional learning community development, and school leadership on behalf of Solution Tree.[5] He also presents mathematics curriculum, instruction, and assessment workshops for NCTM and NCSM.Dr. Kanold's daughter, Jessica McIntyre, taught mathematics at Aptakisic Junior High School, in Buffalo Grove, IL then served as the Principal from 2011–2016.

Our guests agree there are better ways to think about and help our students accelerate learning in the wake of the COVID Pandemic. They share their stories about using the one percent better principle, combined with celebrating small wins to reduce stress and increase learning. Follow our PLN on Twitter: @FerraroOnAir @GaskellMGaskell @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Erin Geary teaches high school English in New York. She researches the power of non-carceral classrooms and has an upcoming piece about the topic in NCTE's English Leadership Quarterly. Geary is also a poet/essayist (2020's The Island) and hosts a podcast about pop culture (Hivemind). Joe Ferraro is currently in his 24th year as an educator, teaching English 12, Public Speaking, and Creative Writing. In addition to his work in the classroom, he is the founder of DamnGoodConversations.com, a company whose mission is to teach you repeatable ways to have the best conversations in your life and work. His flagship service is the weekly personal growth podcast One Percent Better. Every Sunday, Joe releases conversations with fascinating people like Mitch Albom, Seth Godin, Daniel Pink, James Clear and Debbie Millman designed to help people leverage small changes in mindset, language, and behavior in order to get life-changing results. Dr. Michael Gaskell is Principal at Hammarskjold Middle School in East Brunswick, NJ. following experience as a special educator and assistant principal in Paramus, NJ. He continues to model the pursuit of lifelong learning as he serves to mentor new principals through the New Jersey Leaders to Leaders program. An NJPSA Stars recipient, he has been published in over 2 dozen articles in education journals and blogs, including eSchoolNews, NASSP, Edtech and ASCD Smartbrief, he has made the most-read section of ASCD Smartbrief numerous times. Mike had a book published in October, 2020 (Microstrategy Magic), and a second book published in September 2021 (Leading Schools Through Trauma).

Our guests agree there are better ways to think about and help our students accelerate learning in the wake of the COVID Pandemic.  They share their stories about using the one percent better principle, combined with celebrating small wins to reduce stress and increase learning. Follow our PLN on Twitter: @FerraroOnAir @GaskellMGaskell @bamradionetwork @jonHarper70bd. Erin Geary teaches high school English in New York. She researches the power of non-carceral classrooms and has an upcoming piece about the topic in NCTE's English Leadership Quarterly. Geary is also a poet/essayist (2020's The Island) and hosts a podcast about pop culture (Hivemind). Joe Ferraro is currently in his 24th year as an educator, teaching English 12, Public Speaking, and Creative Writing. In addition to his work in the classroom, he is the founder of DamnGoodConversations.com, a company whose mission is to teach you repeatable ways to have the best conversations in your life and work. His flagship service is the weekly personal growth podcast One Percent Better. Every Sunday, Joe releases conversations with fascinating people like Mitch Albom, Seth Godin, Daniel Pink, James Clear and Debbie Millman designed to help people leverage small changes in mindset, language, and behavior in order to get life-changing results. Dr. Michael Gaskell is Principal at Hammarskjold Middle School in East Brunswick, NJ. following experience as a special educator and assistant principal in Paramus, NJ. He continues to model the pursuit of lifelong learning as he serves to mentor new principals through the New Jersey Leaders to Leaders program. An NJPSA Stars recipient, he has been published in over 2 dozen articles in education journals and blogs, including eSchoolNews, NASSP, Edtech and ASCD Smartbrief, he has made the most-read section of ASCD Smartbrief numerous times. Mike had a book published in October, 2020 (Microstrategy Magic), and a second book published in September 2021 (Leading Schools Through Trauma).

Drew Perkins talks with Ronn Nozoe, Chief Executive Officer of NASSP, about leading and learning as we emerge from the past few years of turmoil in our country. Click to View Links & Resources Mentioned In This Episode

Stanley Leone Jr. is author of No Place Like Hope, a Reader's Favorite 5 Star Review Winner and a Writer's Digest 5 star reviewed book, a selected contributor to Executive Speeches Publication and a Phi Delta Kappa James Umstatt Outstanding Leader in Education Award Winner. He has been named Business Partner of the Year for numerous school districts and presented to more than 1.25 million people over the course of his 24-year career as a motivational speaker/presenter. Working in classrooms, schools, districts, youth service institutions, parenting groups, prisons, juvenile detention centers, foster care systems, colleges and universities as well as non-profits and churches, Stanley inspired change across the country. In 2005, Stanley served as the national spokesperson for the United States Navy “Accelerate Your Life” Campaign, was a featured speaker for Futures for Kids, and in 2007 was featured on the pre-game show of the Super Bowl. He has keynoted some of the largest educational conferences in the country including AASA, NASSP, NAESP, as well as dozens of state-level conferences. Stanley is an approved administrative recertification professional development provider for the state of IL through the Illinois Principals Association (IPA), and a Clinically Certified Trauma Professional in 32 states. He received his undergrad degree in English Literature, Magna Cum Laude, his MEd, in Leadership, Summa Cum Laude, and is currently completing his PhD of Psychology in Behavioral Analysis. @stanleyleone210 thissideofhope.com Social Media Links Youtube Channel youtube.com/c/ChipBakerTheSuccessChronicles LinkedIn http://linkedin.com/in/chipbakerthesuccesschronicles Facebook- Profile https://www.facebook.com/tscchipbaker Facebook- Page facebook.com/chipbakertsc Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chipbakertsc/ Twitter twitter.com/chipbaker19 TikTok tiktok.com/@chipbakertsc Linktree https://linktr.ee/ChipBakerTSC Online Store http://chip-baker-the-success-chronicles.square.site/ Chip Baker- The Success Chronicles Podcast https://anchor.fm/chip-baker

“Radical approaches are the sorts that are crazy the day before they are brilliant. The payoff is enormous, especially for children who are disadvantaged. Students are the real winners of fearlessly Radical Principals” Dr. Michael Gaskell And I will add that “our world needs radical thinking, creative ideas and imagination.” Watch this interview on YouTube here https://youtu.be/i4SEv0CpNlE On this episode we will cover: ✔  How "radical approaches" are beneficial for those in a position in leadership for building creativity, and breaking through to new heights. ✔ How timing, idea stacking and mentoring  can be used to conserve time and energy needed for leaders to generate new ideas by freeing up time/resources. ✔ What are some strategies for handing negative misinformation, or managing the negative forces of online exchanges?  ✔  How are you using support networks (mastermind groups) to empower Radical Principals to create safe zones, leading to more innovation? ✔ What is Radical Loyalty and how can you build this to breed more success in your school or organization?✔ How to tackle difficult topics like countering the effects of institutionalized inequities. ✔ How to help our next generation to recognize the consequences of their online presence. Welcome back to The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast where we bridge the gap between theory and practice, with strategies, tools and ideas we can all use immediately, applied to the most current brain research to heighten productivity in our schools, sports environments and modern workplaces. I'm Andrea Samadi and launched this podcast to share how important an understanding of our brain is for our everyday life and results. My vision is to bring the experts to you, share their research, books, ideas and resources to help you to implement their proven strategies, whether you are a teacher working in the classroom or in the corporate environment. Today's EPISODE #253, we have returning guest, Michael Gaskell, a veteran principal from NJ, USA, whose episode #172 on “Leading Schools Through Trauma”[i] sits in our TOP 10 most downloaded episodes at #6, with over 1500 downloads. Dr. Michael Gaskell is Principal in East Brunswick, NJ., and he models the pursuit of lifelong learning as he serves to mentor new principals through the New Jersey Leaders to Leaders program. An NJPSA Stars recipient, he has been published in over 3 dozen articles in education journals and blogs, including Education Post, eSchoolNews, NASSP, Edtech and ASCD Smartbrief, and has made the most-read section of ASCD Smartbrief numerous times, which coincides the fact his last episode remains in our TOP 10 all time most listened to episodes. Mike presents at national conferences, and started his own podcast in January of this year, where  he interviews successful adults like Diamond Dallas Page, how he conquered his dyslexia and anxiety associated with it. Mike has published two books: Leading Schools Through Trauma and Microstrategy Magic. Dr. Gaskell works tirelessly to support instructional excellence and student success, for his school community, and most importantly, for the wellness and equity of all children. He'll be joining us today to share his new book, Radical Principals[ii]: A Blueprint for Long-term Equity and Stability at School, that will be released November 2022, but is currently available for pre-order through the link in the show notes.  Dr. Gaskell obviously loves writing and intends to continue offering his contributions to support learners and educators in written and presentation format. Let's welcome back Dr. Michael Gaskell for a second  time, and learn together about his new book, Radical Principals, and how we can all inspire change in our schools and workplaces, with radical thinking, creative ideas and imagination. Intro Q: it's so good to have you back here, Michael/Dr. Gaskell, especially after your first interview made such an impact on our audience, sitting in the top 10 all time most listened to episodes.  I've got to commend you on writing another book since that episode. I know that fitting this in is something that I know first hand to be a challenge in todays world, but you're accomplishing where many would give up. Thanks for inspiring us to keep going… Intro Q- what's your secret to writing books? How did you do this one so quickly? I ask because I have a book on my desktop that's been grueling for me to complete. Do you have a secret? Or is it just the passion you have for helping others? Q1: I opened the backstory with your quote about radical approaches being crazy before they are brilliant and you say in the first chapter of your book that “Finding innovative solutions to unnecessary and unproductive procedures is part of being radical”. I wonder, what you do to keep a “radical approach” as a school leader. How is this way of thinking beneficial to you, the students you serve and your community?  Q2: How can radical thinking help others in different sectors to break through to new heights with this creative, and often imaginative way of thinking?  Q3: Can you explain why “timing and stacking of ideas” is important from Chapter 3? Q4: How do you use mentoring programs to focus your time and energy (to help students) and allow you to write more books?  Q4B: can you give some examples of negative misinformation we all deal with on a daily basis and best practices to handle this? Q5: In chapter 5 you mention “Learning to manage the most negative forces of online exchanges on email and social media and that “reply only twice” is your mantra to help you model effective communication. Can you give an example of how you put this into practice? We've only ever had positive email exchanges, with lots of replies, but I'm sure this is not always the case.  Q6: I think having a team of supporters behind all of us is crucial these days, especially in a world where there's so much upheaval already. Life is hard. How are you using support networks (mastermind groups) to empower Radical Principals to engage with other leaders in safe zones, leading for more innovation?  Q7: Loyalty—this is a huge topic and important for me. What is radical loyalty and how does this concept breed more success in schools beyond what you'd normally see? 7B: How can we encourage loyalty towards others we work with vs some of the behavior I know happens in schools and workplaces which is why I would avoid the staffroom when I was a teacher, and even noticed I did the same thing in the corporate world?  Q8: In Ch 8 you talk about “helping faculty to how to counter the effects of institutionalized inequities.” Where do you even begin to cover this topic? How do you create solutions for the problems you see in our schools and workplaces on this topic?  Q9: In chapter 9 you bring to light a topic that many Netflix shows have attempted to address and that's the consequences of bad online behavior. This is a topic of interest for anyone who has a student or child using technology, as it only takes a quick glance at someone's social media account to form a quick opinion of you, that we all know could potentially hurt their future. How are you helping our next generation to recognize the consequences of their online presence?  Q10: Is there anything I've missed, or final thoughts about Radical Principals, or how to lead in today's world? How would you close this out? Dr. Gaskell, I want to thank you very much for coming back on the podcast, and sharing your guidebook, for K-12 leaders, Radical Principals, that I know could be applied in the workplace as well to create change. If someone wants to pre-order a copy, is the best way through the publisher? Book Summary: Radical Principals is a guidebook for K-12 leaders looking for creative ways, beyond the status quo, to support and nurture school communities in the wake of unprecedented obstacles. In-service principals understandably rely on existing protocols and district policies to solve day-to-day problems, but do you ever wonder whether these quick fixes are preventing you from making a more lasting, transformative change? Radical Principals are those school leaders who recognize that every child, especially disadvantaged ones living through inequities, need adults lighting their path with inventive and evidence-based opportunities for success. This inspirational yet pragmatic book provides novel strategies and solutions for balancing common concerns—curriculum, school safety, high-stakes testing, parental concerns, among others—while advancing your long-term vision for your school. These audacious, yet controlled approaches will help you maneuver around both the stubborn obstacles facing children in the greatest need of supports and your own blind spots and unintended biases. Spanning bureaucratic roadblocks, systemic injustice, communication breakdowns, and more, each chapter is rich with scenario-based challenges and leadership practices that don't merely resolve the issues at hand but further help you advance your school towards a holistically equitable and supportive climate. PRE-ORDER RADICAL PRINCIPALS HERE Radical Principals: A Blueprint for Long-term Equity and Stability at School by Michael S Gaskell  https://www.routledge.com/Radical-Principals-A-Blueprint-for-Long-Term-Equity-and-Stability-at-School/Gaskell/p/book/9781032229287 FOLLOW MICHAEL GASKELL, EdD https://twitter.com/GaskellMgaskell https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-gaskell-922711100/ https://www.facebook.com/Mikesmicrominute/ www.mikesmicrominute.com FOLLOW ANDREA SAMADI:  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/AndreaSamadi   Website https://www.achieveit360.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samadi/  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Achieveit360com   Neuroscience Meets SEL Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2975814899101697   Twitter: https://twitter.com/andreasamadi   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreasamadi/  REFERENCES: [i] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EP 172 with Dr. Michael Gaskell on “Leading Schools Through Trauma” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/dr-michael-gaskell-on-leading-schools-through-trauma-a-data-driven-approach-to-helping-children-heal/ [ii]Radical Principals: A Blueprint for Long-term Equity and Stability at School by Michael S Gaskell  https://www.routledge.com/Radical-Principals-A-Blueprint-for-Long-Term-Equity-and-Stability-at-School/Gaskell/p/book/9781032229287