Podcast appearances and mentions of Todd Whitaker

There are so many great lessons in this conversation we couldn't fit it into one episode! Don't miss Dr. Todd Whitaker (author of What Great Teachers Do Differently and What Great Principals Do Differently) share gems on how to hire and retain the very best teachers, improve classroom management, and be the best leader you can be for your school community.   Dr. Whitaker on X, website Follow Marc on X, online, or YouTube Pick up a copy of Captivate

Catch the second part of Marc and Nick's in-depth conversation with Dr. Todd Whitaker (author of What Great Teachers Do Differently and What Great Principals Do Differently). It is a master class in instructional leadership from the classroom to the superintendency. Show Notes: Dr. Whitaker on X, website Follow Marc on X, online, or YouTube Check out Marc's new book, CAPTIVATE

Found another great reminder for me to share with you - this one coming from Emily Paschall (@EmilyAPaschall) and she brings us a great quote from Todd Whitaker.  The quote is “I don't know if being positive solves problems, but I do know being negative doesn't.”  The problem is there - no matter what we think. To get through it or to solve it, it does make a difference not to have a negative attitude for sure. Another reason to be as positive as we can, since there seems to always be problems, we might as well give ourselves a good shot at getting through them.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  

We were fortunate to get to talk to the renowned Todd Whitaker in today's podcast. He is one of the most influential thought leaders in educational leadership and has written 65 books on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness! Today Whitaker talks about the latest edition of his classic book, What Great Principals Do Differently: Twenty Things That Matter Most. Todd shares 8 of the 20 things he has found (through research AND personal experience as a principal) the BEST principals do that the average ones don't. He was quite a hoot to talk to and you'll love his anecdotes. But most of all he helps school leaders with what may be the most important task, (and he says all of his books are about this important task) HOW TO GET PEOPLE TO DO WHAT YOU WANT THEM TO DO. To learn more about him, go to http://toddwhitaker.com/ or follow him on Twitter at @ToddWhitaker. As always, send your comments, questions, and show ideas to mike@schoolleadershipshow.com. Consider rating the podcast in iTunes and leaving a comment.  And please pass the show along to your colleagues. Additionally, if you have other non-education books with implications for school leaders, send those suggestions our way, too. And finally, If you or someone you know would like to sponsor the show, send Mike an email at mike@schoolleadershipshow.com.

When it comes to names I trust in education, Danny Steele and Todd Whitaker are near the top of that list. They love people. They're passionate about learning. They're bold and don't hesitate to tell it like it is. Essential Truths for Teachers isn't a book about instructional practice. It's not about classroom management techniques, the best uses of technology, or assessment. This book is more of a manifesto. It's about the fundamental beliefs and values that teachers need to own in order to be successful. It's a quick and easy read. I have no affiliation and gain nothing from sales of this book, but I highly recommend it. What follows are 17 essential truths that every teacher in the world should hear. Read the blog post featured in this episode at https://teachersonfire.net/2024/01/22/17-powerful-quotes-from-essential-truths-for-teachers/. My name is Tim Cavey, and I'm proud to contribute to the education conversation through the Teachers on Fire podcast. Make sure to connect with me @TeachersOnFire on X, Instagram, and Facebook to catch more from me and hear from amazing educators who are bringing growth and transformation to K-12 education today. CONNECT with ME On X @TeachersOnFire (https://twitter.com/TeachersOnFire) On Instagram @TeachersOnFire (https://www.instagram.com/teachersonfire/) On Facebook @TeachersOnFire (https://www.facebook.com/TeachersOnFire/) On YouTube @Teachers On Fire (https://www.youtube.com/c/teachersonfire) On LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/timwcavey/ SONG TRACK CREDIT Chef Brian by Latasha Dude by Patrick Patrikios New Year by Bad Snacks Night Run Away by An Jone Positive Fuse by French Fuse Smooth and Cool by Nico Staf  *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

Get ready to turn the volume up as Todd Whitaker delves into the heart of what transforms good into great, in classrooms and beyond! In this episode, I'm taking you on a behind-the-scenes tour of personal growth where the power of positivity meets practical wisdom. Expect to come away with a fresh perspective on how gratitude shapes our journey and why every step we take towards betterment is a reason to be thankful. This is your invitation to be inspired, to reflect, and to embrace the joy of making a difference. Let's get started! Transcript available at LainieRowell.com. About Our Guest: Todd Whitaker has been fortunate to be able to blend his passion with his career. Recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. Todd is a professor of educational leadership at the University of Missouri. Prior to moving into higher education, he was a math teacher and basketball coach in Missouri. Todd then served as a principal at the middle school, junior high, and high school levels. One of the world's leading authorities on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness, Todd has written more than 60 books. Website: toddwhitaker.com X/Twitter: @ToddWhitakerInstagram: @toddwhitaker1 About Lainie: Lainie Rowell is a bestselling ⁠author⁠, award-winning educator, and TEDx speaker. She is dedicated to human flourishing focusing on community building, social emotional learning, and honoring what makes each of us unique and dynamic through learner-driven design. She earned her degree in psychology and went on to earn postgraduate degrees in education. As an international keynoter and a consultant, Lainie's client list ranges from Fortune 100 companies like Apple and Google to school districts and independent schools. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/lainierowell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Website - ⁠LainieRowell.com⁠ Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LainieRowell ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LainieRowell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Evolving with Gratitude, the book is available ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And now, Bold Gratitude: The Journal Designed for You and by You is available too! Both Evolving with Gratitude & Bold Gratitude have generous bulk pricing for purchasing 10+ copies delivered to the same location.

My inspiring friend and mentor, Todd Whitaker, joins #PrincipalLinerNotes as my special guest. Todd is a longtime educator, coach, school leaders, university professor, and author of 60 books. We chat about leadership, school culture, and The Beatles, of course. Follow Todd on Social Media: X: https://twitter.com/ToddWhitaker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toddwhitaker1/ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-whitaker-07773249/ Website: http://www.toddwhitaker.com/

    Todd Whitaker: Educator, Speaker, Author, & Idea Generator - Climate, Culture, Motivation, AI, & More. This is episode 562 of Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast. Dr. Todd Whitaker has been fortunate to be able to blend his passion with his career. Recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world.  Todd is a professor of educational leadership at the University of Missouri and professor emeritus at Indiana State University. He has spent his life pursuing his love of education by researching and studying effective teachers and principals. Prior to moving into higher education he was a math teacher and basketball coach in Missouri. Todd then served as a principal at the middle school, junior high, and high school levels. He was also a middle school coordinator in charge of staffing, curriculum, and technology for the opening of new middle schools. One of the nation's leading authorities on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness, Todd has written over 60 books including the national best seller, What Great Teachers Do Differently. Other titles include: Dealing With Difficult Teachers, Ten-Minute Inservice, Your First Year, What Great Principals Do Differently, Motivating & Inspiring Teachers, and Dealing With Difficult Parents. Todd is married to Beth, also a former teacher and principal, who is currently a faculty member of educational leadership at the University of Missouri and professor emeritus at Indiana State University. They are the parents of three children: Katherine, Madeline, and Harrison. Awesome conversation! So much 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: http://www.toddwhitaker.com 218C Hill Hall University of Missouri Columbia, MO 65201 Email: t-whitaker@indstate.edu https://www.amazon.com/Todd-Whitaker/e/B0045AYYBC https://twitter.com/ToddWhitaker https://www.instagram.com/toddwhitaker1/ http://www.toddwhitaker.com/publications.php Length - 56:54

Are the keys to being a great teacher the same as the keys to being a great principal? And arethose keys the same for being a great assistant principal? We will unlock the answers to thosequestions today, with a very special guest.

Todd Whitaker is one of the nation's leading authorities on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness.

I am Kris Richard, producer of our Leader Chat. I am not a traditional educator, so as I listen to our guests and Jeff talk, I always learn something new. This discussion with Todd Whitaker is DENSE. Clearly School Change is a topic unto itself, but the art and strategy of LEADING it is different. Jeff and Todd were like peas in a pod and could have gone on forever. Blame me or thank me, but I finally had to push them to end the discussion- otherwise, they may have talked all day. You are going to love this episode.

Happy New Year and Welcome to the Teaching by Reaching Podcast! In this episode, I want to shift the focus from the students to the teachers for a moment! If you are an administrator, I would encourage you to share this episode with your educator peeps! You can also download all 5 days of Refresh by clicking here.  And then, of course, you can share with the people who need a little bit of encouragement going into 2023!1. You are important and needed. Seems pretty cliche, but I think some of you may need to really get that in your mind and heart.  So to do that, I want you to think of 3 specific students you have had an impact on.  Write them down. How did you impact them?  How did they let you know that you had an impact on them? How did it make you feel to know that you impacted them?I love this Todd Whitaker quote so much I put it at the very beginning of my book – “The best thing about being a teacher is that it matters. The hardest thing about being a teacher is that it matters every day.” But just think – you were put in your students' lives for a reason – the students you have right now.  And they may be really difficult students, but the students who are taking the most out of you are probably the ones you can have the biggest impact on! 2. You are blessed to have met and to be in the lives of each of your students. You are blessed to have the opportunity to teach them.So...why are you thankful for your current students? Who's personality do you really love? What situations are some of your students going through right now that God intentionally put them with you because He knew you could take care of them while they are in school? What an honor to be a teacher.  Society doesn't always give credit to teachers, but you literally have the opportunity to shape lives every day – and for some of those lives, you may be the only point of love and security they know.  This is a big job, but what an honor! So when you get worn down, which you will, because it's hard to be that person day in and day out, remember that you are blessed to have had this calling, you are making an impact FAR beyond what you will ever see here on Earth, and your students are blessed to have you.#3: You get to have a job that you are passionate about!My sweet dad sold pipe for the pipeline for his entire career, and while he liked the people and the company he worked for, he couldn't stand what he did. He had no passion for selling pipe. He did it as a job.  He did it well and he was consistent, but he was just living for his days off and eventually retirement.  Thankfully, he got to enjoy a couple of years of retirement before he passed away, but I have thought many times how thankful I am that my work is actually my passion. My mom has journal entries that she wrote about me when I was 4 years old of setting up my "classrooms" with my stuffed animals and dolls. I have always been passionate about students and teaching, and I love to learn myself, so that goes hand in hand. I love to see students' faces light up, and to try something new, and to collaborate with other teachers.   Here's the flip side of that though, whenever you do something you're passionate about, you tend to take it more personally and invest more of yourself.  So you get tired.  When students don't respond the way you want them to, it keeps you up at night.  You get frustrated and angry, and want to control so much more of it because you love it, and you love them. So take a minute to remember (and you know I'm all about writing it down) why you are passionate about being a teacher…what fills you up when you are teaching? Why did you become a teacher?  What are you still

Join us for this episode of the IASP Leadership podcast.  A weekly podcast production containing short, sweet, nuggets of Wednesday wisdom for our leadership growth.  In this episode, we hear from Dr. Todd Whitaker, best selling author and speaker, as he shares some of his top takeaways with Indiana leaders.

About Frederick White Dr. Frederick White is the COO of Digital PD 4 You, LLC and the author of the book, The Skin You Are In: Colorism in the Black Community, the First (2020) and Second (2021) Edition. Frederick has served as a leader in the educational field for twenty-four years. Dr. White has also spent the past fourteen years serving as an AVID staff development instructor. Dr. White obtained a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Trevecca University and currently serves as a principal of a middle school in Memphis-Shelby County Schools in Tennessee. His newest book is The Labyrinth of Leadership: Navigating Your Way Through the Maze, which we talk about on the show along with so much more leadership insight for school leaders who are looking to lead better and grow faster. Follow Frederick on Twitter @fdwhite02 to get his bi-weekly Labyrinth of Leadership tips for school leaders. What You'll Find in this Podcast Episode with Frederick White The Labyrinth of Leadership, as Fredrick explains it, is a solicitation of ideas from leaders around the country--folks with “skin in the game.” Don't miss what Dr. White says about his personal take-away from the Labyrinth project. Listen to the language he uses, so important and grossly undervalued. Frederick talks about self-reflection as a universal need for leaders. It's all about finding the time. Dr. White tells us about the importance of defining the “end product.” This part is profound. He says that the greatest leaders are the ones who are willing to continue to grow, regardless of how much they have achieved. Joe asks Frederick to explain one of his recent tweets about celebrating small wins. Every school leader needs to hear this. Dr. White talks about the difference between goal setting and dream chasing. This alone is worth the listen. Be a dream chaser! You want to hear the part about failure being the struggle that we often need to grow. Frederick's butterfly story is awesome. Frederick mentions both Principal Kafele and Todd Whitaker as inspiration. Check out The Principal Project. Advice from Dr. White: pause and go for a walk. Just taking the time to walk and observe is powerful for peace, self-reflection, and a solid reminder of what we want and need. Frederick is striving for the most perfect environment he can provide. His reflection about this is great. To continue to grow, Frederick starts by never settling. He looks to be present with his teachers to learn from them. He mentions writing and researching as things that force him to continue to grow. Books We Recommend Based on this Podcast with Frederick White What Great Principals Do Differently by Todd Whitaker Is My School Better Because oI Lead It by Baruti Kafele Let us know if there's a guest who you want us to have on the show by leaving a comment below or by contacting us at contact@theschoolhouse302.com. And don't miss our leadership content updates every week by subscribing on the site. We can't wait to hear from you. Joe & T.J.

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In this episode I sit down with Todd Whitaker to discuss several of his books. From What Great Teachers Do Differently, Shifting The Monkey, to Your First Year.We discuss the roles principals play in securing a great faculty as well as how teachers strive for greatness.Todd is one of the nation's leading authorities on staff Motivation, Teacher Leadership, and Principal Effectiveness. He has traveled extensively training teachers and administrators, has written over 60 books and he took a moment to sit with us to share some insights.You can connect with Todd on Twitter or through his website.https://twitter.com/ToddWhitaker@toddwhitakerhttp://www.toddwhitaker.com/

What are the beliefs and behaviors that set great teachers apart? In this internationally renowned bestseller, Todd Whitaker reveals 19 keys to becoming more effective in the classroom. This essential third edition features new sections on why it's about more than relationships, how to focus on a consistent, engaging learning environment, and the importance of choosing the right mode―business, parent, child―to improve your classroom management. Perfect for educators at any level of experience, for independent reading or for schoolwide book studies, this practical book will leave you feeling inspired and ready to do the things that matter most for the people who matter most―your students.

For those of us who are still winding down the school year, we look at strategies for managing the final days when students have had enough and so have we. Follow on Twitter: @sgthomas1973@ToddWhitaker @bamradionetwork @jonharper70bd Dr. Todd Whitaker has been fortunate to be able to blend his passion with his career. Recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. Todd is a professor of educational leadership at the University of Missouri and professor emeritus at Indiana State University. Todd has written over 50 books including the national best seller, What Great Teachers Do Differently. Other titles include: Dealing With Difficult Teachers, Ten-Minute Inservice, Your First Year, What Great Principals Do Differently, Motivating & Inspiring Teachers, and Dealing With Difficult Parents. Marjo Burk, Fayetteville Public Schools, 5th Grade Teacher 2021-2022 marks her 20th year teaching public school. Engaging students in learning by building background knowledge and a culture of literacy in an environment of positivity has always been her top priority. Teaching for 20 years has given her the opportunity to teach biology and environmental science in the high school setting, English language arts, social studies, and math in the upper elementary and middle school settings. She is also 2021-2022 Teacher of the Year supporting 13 schools across the Fayetteville Public School district. Shawn Thomas is in her 20th year of teaching in the largest county in Georgia. She has taught Kindergarten, Second and Third Grade, and ESOL (English to Speakers of Other Languages) K-5.

Many are celebrating "Appreciation Week" in May, but how do we go beyond the lollipop in the mailbox with the carbon copy note? My friend and "bandmate", Sean Gaillard, shares how he and his team create a culture and legacy of gratitude in their schoolhouse. Plus shout-outs to LaVonna Roth, Todd Whitaker, Julie Hasson, Mandy Froehlich, John Sills, Dr. Andrea Hussong, and Steve Gruenert. Transcript available here. About Our Guest: Sean Gaillard is a principal and author who gets to support our future world changers in the schoolhouse. He is the author of The Pepper Effect and hosts The Principal Liner Notes Podcast. Sean was the 2019 Wells Fargo Piedmont Triad Regional Principal of the Year. Website: anchor.fm/sean-gaillard Twitter: @smgaillard Instagram: @smgaillard About Lainie: Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, will be released in mid-2022. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell Twitter - @LainieRowell Instagram - @LainieRowell Evolving with Gratitude the book is now available! Purchase here! You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP! bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount

Hello everyone! Over the years we have featured some of the top leaders in education, such as Todd Whitaker, Hamish Brewer, and Adam Dovico. Even though Teach Me, Teacher is a teacher centered show, I love talking with administrators from all over because I feel like it brings a lot of light into the teams we work with. By understanding one another's jobs and hardships, we can better serve one another. In this episode, we are talking with Dr. Zac Bauermaster, the principal of Kissel Hill Elementary. Together, we discuss: Why he got into administration His experiences from going from secondary to elementary Choosing what to focus on as a leader Putting people first, always ...and so much more! I really enjoyed this talk. I think you will too.     This episode is sponsored by Heinemann—the leading publisher of professional books and resources for educators—and their professional book, Four Essential Studies: Beliefs and Practices to Reclaim Student Agency by Penny Kittle and Kelly Gallagher. Four Essential Studies is based on the belief that secondary students can only be prepared for life after high school when we purposefully shift the decision-making in our classrooms over to them. By reimagining how we teach essay, poetry, digital composition, and sustain talk in book clubs, we can ignite student curiosity, independence, and decision-making skills. Penny and Kelly share the strategies and activities they use in their own classrooms over the course of each unit, and show us what is possible when we expect more than compliance from our students. Learn more about how to transform students' relationship with literacy.  Visit Heinemann.com to download a sample from Four Essential Studies.

Welcome back to the podcast, BIG Ideas in small windows. I am delighted to have Dr. Todd Whitaker back on! In this episode, he talks about what distinguishes Great Teachers, and how to help teachers become great. Jump in to listen to Dr. Whitaker in this engaging interview, where we cover everything from managing difficult people, to changing school culture, parenting daughters, and how teachers showed the world to thrive, in spite of the pandemic. What Great Teachers Do Differently: https://www.amazon.com/What-Great-Teachers-Do-Differently/dp/1596671998?ref_=ast_slp_dp Check out his other dozens of books here: http://www.toddwhitaker.com/publications.php -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Topics in my podcast based on my BIG ideas about Leading Schools Through Trauma: https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Schools-Through-Trauma-Data-Driven/dp/0367755629

Join the Launch Party!!! Jethrojones.com/how2be Episode 471! Attachment Trauma Network's Trauma-Sensitive Schools Conference was this week in Houston. - I presented with Tessa - 2 sessions Social Media Exacerbates Trauma and Suicide Prevention - Dr. Bruce Perry's Neurosequential model - The joy of being with people - If you're interested in the trauma stuff I offer, go to jethrojones.com/trauma Book Launch: - describe it - - prizes - giving away books (success mindsets, Impact Players, My book) - Jethrojones.com/how2be - 10 seats in the mastermind to current administrators - Free book study for everyone. - A PDF of the book we write - Goodies for those who preorder Hiring: - While in Houston, I visited the Fay School. - From the web site: Your child and your child's future represent the most powerful gift for The Fay School and the future of the world. The Fay School leverages a future-focused curriculum integrated into leadership development through emotional intelligence to transform your child's potential into a powerful toolkit and reliable compass that launches them into middle school and beyond. - Once you and your child step onto our outdoor-oriented campus, we believe you will experience what separates us from the other independent schools in Houston. Most importantly, you will learn how The Fay School has begun taking steps to intentionally transform the landscape of early childhood and elementary education through innovation. All of what we do and aspire to become places your child first. - I'll release episode 473 with Melissa Sherman, the principal there in a couple weeks, on March 20th. - This month, we are talking about Hiring, and, since Hiring is the most important job you will do, I'd like to read an excerpt from my book about Hiring. Reports of teacher shortages have been a constant backdrop in the United States for several years now. Transformative principals typically don't have a problem finding new staff for all the reasons we've spoken about in this book. If you have a Vital Vision, communicate effectively, build positive relationships, and support your teachers, you'll find that there is an endless list of people who want to be part of your school. It's a natural byproduct of the things we have been talking about. You can have that, too. Hiring the best people for your school is vital. Todd Whitaker says that hiring may be the most important thing a principal does: “You can get a teacher more on board in 5 minutes in your interview than 5 years in your building.” It behooves us as principals to ask the best questions we can to find out if someone will be a good fit for our school. As Bill Daggett says, “Culture trumps strategy. Every. Single. Time.” When interviewing, you must find the best person you can. It is even acceptable to wait as long as you need to until you find that person. Sometimes, a person serving as a long term sub is better than a poor teacher. If you have ever hired the wrong person for a job, you know that is true. Just preparing to hire teachers is a multi-step process. Hiring is a year-round job, one that takes on different aspects at different times in the year. Hiring can be risky. Or rather, I should say, hiring is RISCHI (pronounced risky). Recruit Introduce Hire Screen Cultural fit Hire Introduce ![[How2be Figure 4.excalidraw]]![[how2be figure 5.excalidraw]] I like to see this as a three-circle Venn diagram because there is overlap in the areas. We'll dive into each of these areas shortly. It is also effective to think of this as a never-ending circle! Where you are regularly doing each of these activities. With teacher shortages that have plagued our industry for years being exacerbated by the pandemic, more than ever we need to take a serious step in hiring people effectively. A recent study by the Learning Policy Institute called “A Coming Crisis in Teaching: Teaching Supply, Demand, and Shortages in the U.S.,” shows that in 2021 the demand for new teachers would be 300,000 and the amount of teachers available would be less than 200,000. That's a projected shortage of 100,000 teachers! And that was in 2016, before the pandemic was even a thing. In 2021, we've had governments requesting retired teachers come back to take the load off of other teachers. Districts are offering signing bonuses and trying to attract teachers. While those may be nice, that's nothing compared to you implementing what you read in this book! Being a transformative principal is how we solve our teacher shortage. And I'm going to show you how to do recruit and hire amazing teachers. I've worked hard to include actionable advice for you here to make sure you can attract the top talent to your school and that they will want to stay there forever! But remember, they will come for the job but they will stay for the Vital Vision. Before we go any further, imagine for a moment what hiring process could look like in five years. In five years, you have very low turnover. It happens, but people want to stay at your school because it is such a great place. When there is turnover, and opportunities for new staff to come on board, you first make sure all your current people are in the correct places. Then, you get to take your pick from the people who you already know will be great at your school and invite them to join you. You have the perfect placement for them, and they already have friends at your school so you know they will be a good fit. Just imagine how powerful that would be for everyone. It's possible, and that's how transformative principals hire new staff. 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John Catt's mission is to support high-quality teaching and learning by ensuring every educator has access to professional development materials that are research-based, practical, and focused on the key topics proven essential in today's and tomorrow's schools. Learn more about professional development publications that are easy to implement for your entire faculty, and are both quickly digestible and rigorous, by visiting https://us.johncattbookshop.com/. Learn more about some of the newest titles: - The Coach's Guide to Teaching by Doug Lemov The Feedback Pendulum: A manifesto for enhancing feedback in education by Michael Chiles Putting Staff First: A blueprint for revitalising our schools by John Tomsett and Jonny Uttley 10 Things Schools Get Wrong (And How We Can Get Them Right) by Jared Cooney Horvath and David Bott Let's Talk About Flex: Flipping the flexible working narrative for education by Emma Turner A Parent's Guide to Powerful Teaching by Patrice Bain John Catt is also proud publisher of the new book from Transformative Principal host Jethro Jones: SchoolX: How principals can design a transformative school experience for students, teachers, parents – and themselves Visit this page to learn more about bulk orders and how to bring John Catt's research-based materials to your school: https://us.johncattbookshop.com/pages/agents-and-distributors

Welcome back to the podcast, BIG Ideas in small windows. I am delighted to have Dr. Todd Whitaker on this episode. He has sold over 1.5 million books and is most well known for his book, What Great Teachers Do Differently, offering a refreshingly digestible account of what separates the great ones from the rest. He has a giant twitter following of 146,000 and growing. Jump in to listen to Dr. Whitaker in this wide ranging interview, where we cover everything from imposter syndrome, to shifting the monkey back to where it belongs, on the shoulders of difficult people! https://twitter.com/toddwhitaker What Great Teachers Do Differently: https://www.amazon.com/What-Great-Teachers-Do-Differently/dp/1596671998?ref_=ast_slp_dp Check out his other dozens of books here: http://www.toddwhitaker.com/publications.php -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Topics in my podcast based on my BIG ideas about Leading Schools Through Trauma: https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Schools-Through-Trauma-Data-Driven/dp/0367755629

In this episode, we explore the best strategy for L&D to create and deploy leadership learning programs with a realistic reach and influence and what type of work the company's leaders have to do to adopt healthy leadership behaviors throughout the entire organization successfully.Guest: Andrei Postolache, Founder at Xeriously, leadership and soft skills consultant focused on the IT industry, author of "Fun & Fearless Leadership".Highlights:* Leadership is more nurture than nature; virtually anyone can develop their leadership skills.* Leaders come in all shapes and sizes: charismatic, quiet, deliberative, introverted; not every leadership style works in every situation.* Companies can support leadership development through formal and informal learning interventions and opportunities. Most companies will settle on a hybrid approach.* Formal leadership programs are most necessary when a company is trying to reset its values and kickstart a new leadership journey.* It takes months and even years for a company to see significant lasting changes in its leadership culture. This is especially true for large companies or situations where a radical culture change is needed. A relevant example is Nokia's failure to change its culture before running out of time and resources.* A problem with leadership programs is that they are not persistent enough and not integrated with the rest of the culture.* The organization leaders' task is to show to employees that they're consistently embodying, promoting, and supporting a change for the better.* Cutting corners on culture will send the wrong message to employees.* Improvements in leadership are hard or sometimes impossible to measure objectively. It's mostly a matter of observing, over time, if positive changes in culture are noticeable by both leaders and employees.* L&D should be part of the leadership team and take part in the decision-making process when deciding to implement new programs.* L&D does the bulk of the work of understanding the organization, creating leadership development strategies, planning activities, and creating/curating learning content.* The leadership team, through its example, can make or break the success of any leadership development initiative.* Having the right kind of culture and leadership mentality in the company is the number one job of the CEO.* "The culture of a company is defined by the worst things leadership is willing to tolerate." - found in "School Culture Rewired" by Steve Grunaert and Todd Whitaker, as well as in a podcast episode on How to Build an Inclusive Workplace by Adam Grant.How to start developing leadership learning programs:1. Define the vision of the intended to-be leadership behaviors you plan to develop.2. Break down the newly defined vision into values, then competencies and skills.3. Create learning opportunities to promote and develop these skills.4. Start with a pilot, then showcase the results to leadership. The company's leadership team is an internal customer of L&D, alongside learners.5. Arm yourself with patience, as leadership development is a long-term endeavor.To join the conversation or get in touch, reach out to Liz Stefan on LinkedIn or email liz[at]niftylearning.io.

The ups and downs of the pandemic have elevated stress levels across the board and one of the potential flashpoints is sensitive discussions between teachers and parents. Join us for a fast list of do's and don'ts for diffusing and managing these emotionally difficult conversations. Follow on Twitter: @sgthomas1973@MeredithNewlin @ToddWhitaker @mattwachel @bamradionetwork @jonharper70bd Dr. Todd Whitaker has been fortunate to be able to blend his passion with his career. Recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. Todd is a professor of educational leadership at the University of Missouri and professor emeritus at Indiana State University. He has spent his life pursuing his love of education by researching and studying effective teachers and principals. One of the nation's leading authorities on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness, Todd has written over 50 books including the national best seller, What Great Teachers Do Differently. Other titles include: Dealing With Difficult Teachers, Ten-Minute Inservice, Your First Year, What Great Principals Do Differently, Motivating & Inspiring Teachers, and Dealing With Difficult Parents. Meredith Newlin is the founder of The Transformed Teacher. As a veteran educator who has been teaching for more than 16 years, her passion and purpose are to help motivate and inspire educators to rediscover—and keep—their joy for the teaching profession. She is the author of Captured Fireflies: Truths, Mistakes, And Other Gifts Of Being an English Teacher as well as Freed To Teach: 7 Keys To Thrive In an Era Of Uncertainty. Matt Wachel is an ASCD emerging leader and an elementary principal in the Gardner Edgerton School District in Gardner, KS. He is the co-author of the book, Having an impact on learning, the public relations professional and the principal. Shawn Thomas is in her 20th year of teaching in the largest county in Georgia. She has taught Kindergarten, Second and Third Grade, and ESOL (English to Speakers of Other Languages) K-5.

In this episode, you're in for a treat! Tune in to the wisdom, humor, and encouragement of Dr. Todd Whitaker, who has been fortunate to be able to blend his passion with his career. Recognized as a thought leader and authority in various facets of the field of education, his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. Todd is a professor of educational leadership at the University of Missouri and emeriti professor at Indiana State University. Todd has spent his life pursuing his love of education by researching and studying effective teachers and principals. Prior to moving into higher education he was a math teacher and basketball coach in Missouri. Todd then served as a principal at the middle school, junior high, and high school levels. He was also a middle school coordinator in charge of staffing, curriculum, and technology for the opening of new middle schools. One of the nation's leading authorities on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness, Todd has written over 50 books including the national best seller, What Great Teachers Do Differently. Other titles include: Shifting The Monkey, Your First Year, Dealing With Difficult Teachers, 10 Minute Inservice, The Ball, What Great Principals Do Differently, Motivating & Inspiring Teachers, and Dealing With Difficult Parents. Todd is married to Beth, also a former teacher and principal, who is a professor of educational leadership at the Unversity of Missouri. They are the parents of three children; Katherine, Madeline, and Harrison. His website is www.ToddWhitaker.com and his Twitter handle is @ToddWhitaker (View this episode on YouTube by clicking HERE.)

Dr. Whitaker delivers a powerful and funny interview with keen insight on how to maintain poise and focus by keeping learning at the forefront of all of our decisions as principal and teacher leaders. What You'll Find In This Episode with Todd Whitaker Todd's insight on how people act and react during crises is enlightening. His comment, “people always look to leaders but in times of change they stare” is spot on. He reminds us that the difference that we can make in our schools and districts always resides within the people. He candidly reveals that a crisis exposes weakness and that certain people have the skills to figure it out, while others don't. Todd tells us to stop being defensive. COVID19 revealed that schools are needed more than ever. Our purpose is to make a difference, that simple. Embrace it and believe it! He spends time talking about our best teachers and their willingness to ask others for help. This deeply resonated with us as we often discuss the power of a #learningculture. You don't want to miss how he describes how some people use their moods as a weapon and that the reward for negative people is that we never ask them to do anything. Todd talked about Twitter--how the knowledge of one becomes the knowledge of all. He takes a few minutes to illustrate the difference between a leader teaching and a leader telling and how it diffuses disagreement. His example of everyone “getting a trophy these days” and how it creates a scapegoat mentality is something that you want to hear, possibly more than once. His explanation of the difference between placing blame and embracing responsibility is powerful. Todd talks about learning from great people by finding the sharpest people in the room and spending time with them versus any mediocre person he might come across. Again, Todd shares an incredible story about a principal's goal and what she can control. We spend an enormous amount of time on the concept of improving schools and education in general, and he tells us plainly: hire better people or improve the ones you have. How he breaks down superstars, backbones, and mediocres will empower any principal leader. What doesn't Todd believe anymore? Tune in and find out. You won't be disappointed. (Hint: What's a blanket monkey?) As always, let us know what you think of this with a like, a follow, or a comment. Find us on Twitter, YouTube, iTunes, Facebook, & SoundCould. And, again, if you want one simple model for leading better and growing faster per month, follow this blog by entering your email at the top right of the screen. TheSchoolHouse302 is about getting to simple by maximizing effective research-based strategies that empower individuals to lead better and grow faster. Joe & T.J. This blog post was brought to you by GhostBed, a family-owned business of sleep experts with 20+ years of experience. With 30K+ 5-star reviews, you can't go wrong with GhostBed. Their mattresses are handcrafted, and they come with a 101-night-at-home-sleep trial. For a limited time, you can get 30% by using our code — SH302 — at checkout. And, even if you tell someone about GhostBed, you can earn a $100 referral reward. Go to Ghostbed.com today and use SH302 at checkout.

Featured Author: Compilation of Authors Featured Book: THE SOCIAL PHILOSOPHERS MAN AND MAN (THE WORLD'S GREAT THINKERS SERIES) Our second book this month is a terrific must read and something that we believe should be revisited from time-to-time. Todd Whitaker has become a force for educational leaders as they learn how to navigate challenges. We chose, What Great Principals Do Differently not only because it offers simple and sage advice for school leaders, but it also helps leaders reclaim their purpose. One aspect that we truly appreciate is how Whitaker describes that we must invest in people. And, we can't think of a more important time than now to do so. As he describes, “We can spend a great deal of time and energy looking for programs that will solve our problems, but these programs frequently do not bring the improvement or growth we seek. Instead, we must focus on what really matters. It is never about programs, it is always about people.” Featured Author: Todd Whitaker Featured Book: What Great Principals Do Differently Let us know what you're reading by contacting us at contact@theschoolhouse302.com. And don't miss our leadership newsletter every week by subscribing on the site. We can't wait to hear from you. Joe & T.J. This blog post was brought to you by GhostBed, a family-owned business of sleep experts with 20+ years of experience. With 30K+ 5-star reviews, you can't go wrong with GhostBed. Their mattresses are handcrafted, and they come with a 101-night-at-home-sleep trial. For a limited time, you can get 30% by using our code — SH302 — at checkout. And, even if you tell someone about GhostBed, you can earn a $100 referral reward. Go to Ghostbed.com today and use SH302 at checkout.

What do great teachers and principals do differently? Dr. Todd Whitaker, Professor of Educational Leadership at the University of Missouri and Professor Emeritus at Indiana State University, discusses the core elements observed in effective teachers and principals and how their example can be used to help improve the skills of all educators.

Educator and author Danny Steele has 28 years of experience in the public school system in Alabama. Spending his time as a teacher, coach, administrator and career mentor to other administrators, Danny has developed a strong sense of what it means to be an effective educator who can really connect with students. His book, Essential Truths For Teachers, co-written with Todd Whitaker, takes teachers through some of the fundamental and necessary principles at the core of teaching, which they say have the biggest impact on student achievement. In this episode, Danny shares these with us! Follow Danny on Twitter for your daily dose of teacher inspiration! Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to: Subscribe to Teach Starter on your favorite podcast app, so you’ll never miss an episode! Subscribe to Teach Starter on Youtube, for helpful videos for your classroom. Follow Teach Starter on Instagram for daily teaching inspiration. Visit TeachStarter.com to view all of our engaging and easy-to-use classroom resources. Did you know that you can listen to the Teach Starter podcast on Spotify?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 13 2021 - Episode 59The Ignite EdTech Podcast with @mrkempnz1. Introduction2. Question for you - How are you making a difference in your school or community?3. EdTech Tool of the Week - Go Noodle4. EdTech Tip of the Week - Equity of Learning5. Interview with Todd Whitaker6. Win this weeks prize (an early access seat at EduSpark.World) by going to bit.ly/edtechwin and completing the short form (Competition ends 9am SGT on Wednesday 18 August).7. Subscribe, Rate and ShareIf you have a question that you want answered on the podcast please emailinfo@igniteedtech.comConnect with Mark Quinn here or via email markquinn9129@gmail.com Links from PodcastSign up for updates at EduSpark.World - LAUNCHING on AUGUST 23!!!!!Todd on TwitterTodd's WebsiteTodd's BooksFirst Break all the Rules book

“There is a huge difference between being valued and feeling valued - and one is more important than the other.” This opening quote from George Couros sums up the conversation with Dr. LaQuinta Outlaw. Dr. Outlaw shares a #teacherthings moment that made her want to be part of her current district because she felt that she mattered. Dr. Outlaw also shares an amazing strategy of carrying a book around and tells why she does this and how it builds relationships! Dr. Outlaw also takes some time to reflect on what she is proud of this school year and how she acknowledges the struggles of her staff. Hear all of this and how Dr. Outlaw takes a moment to “turn the podcast mic” and ask Couros a question about what he would do as a school leader at this time. Couros and Dr. Outlaw also spend the last few minutes of the podcast giving suggestions to Kallea, Couros' 4-year-old daughter! Links: UCLA Head-Up GIF - https://media.giphy.com/media/VFB3CJM2dBAk3WTqCH/giphy.mp4 Allyson Apsey One Question Survey - https://allysonapsey.com/2020/03/15/covid-19-edition-of-the-monday-morning-staff-check-in/ Todd Whitaker - http://www.toddwhitaker.com/cms/uploads/Motivating_Teachers_During_Difficult_Times.pdf Innovate Inside the Box - https://www.amazon.com/Innovate-Inside-Box-Empowering-Innovators/dp/1948334127 Dr. Outlaw Twitter - https://twitter.com/drloutlaw?lang=en Quotes: "When people feel heard, they actually contribute more to the culture and the environment because they then are empowered..." "I try to amplify the voices of the quietest person in the room." "...the culture was one where when someone walked through that front door that they felt that they were already home, that were already a part of something, and that they mattered." "The tough times are where you have the opportunity to build relationships more simply by acknowledging and helping to support...give whatever it is that is needed at the time." "...tell me where you are and let's get you to where you need to be." Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset. More at georgecouros.ca George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/ George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519 For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros The Innovator's Mindset:https://www.amazon.com/Innovators-Mindset-Empower-Learning-Creativity/dp/0986155497/ref=zg_bs_69830_7?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=ARY8KZTA242NVFMHF9X0 Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/Innovate-Inside-Box-Empowering-Innovators/dp/1948334127/ref=zg_bs_69830_12?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=75E0ZS6R2J330FAM9Y0A Music from Bensound - http://bensound.com/

Teachers and administrators are the true backbones of our education system. Each day they head to work to impart knowledge, create a safe environment, and motivate their students. It takes heart and passion to teach. And a positive work environment creates a sense of belonging and desire to invest in student success.In this episode, we have the distinct honor of speaking with Dr. Danny Steele, principal at Pell City High School in Alabama. Danny's positive approach to helping his faculty and staff navigate teaching trickles down to his students. Sometimes there are big achievements to celebrate, but Danny shares that even the small ones are important because we never know how they will impact the student. Danny shares that parents have a stake in student success and provides several strategies for parents to partner with schools to ensure their child is gaining the skills they need. This episode is eye-opening, student-focused, and teacher and parent-approved. Prior to Danny's current position, he has served as an Assistant Professor of Instructional Leadership, principal, assistant principal, teacher, and coach.  In 2005, Steele was recognized as the “Secondary Assistant Principal of the Year” for the state of Alabama.  And in 2016, he was recognized  as Alabama's “Secondary Principal of the Year.”  He has presented at numerous state and national conferences and spoken in school districts around the country.  He has written two books with Todd Whitaker which were released in 2019.  Steele has an undergraduate degree in History from Covenant College (Lookout Mountain, GA); he has an M.A. in History from the University of Alabama, Birmingham; he has an Educational Specialist degree in Educational Administration and an Educational Doctorate degree in Educational Leadership – both from Samford University.  He resides with his wife and three children in Birmingham, Alabama. Follow Danny on Twitter at @steelethoughts and he can be reached at http://www.steelethoughts.com/.Time Stamps:0:24 - Introduction3:58 - Danny's Book, The Total Teacher4:39 - Reflect on things that matter6:12 - Teaching is not a hobby, it's a profession7:31 - Teachers want to work where they are valued10:28 - Parent involvement/engagement11:31 - Shared values between parents and schools13:59 - Some parents feel alienated walking into schools16:21 - Parent reaching out to teachers19:17 - 100 positive phone calls in 100 days25:27 - Challenges of managing overwhelmed students during the pandemic33:45 - Students re-socializing into schools36:19 - Students need interaction37:27 - Words of wisdom/closingSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31725704)

Hello everyone! As the world grapples with crisis after crisis, we have all turned our gaze to the leaders of our communities. Leadership is hard. It is a lonely profession. Yet, according to my guest Jimmy Casas, it is the single most vital piece to an effective institution. In part one of our talk, Jimmy details why ineffective leadership is so prevalent (poor systems), what the cost of ineffective leadership is (a poor culture), and how mentors can be the difference makers for leaders new and old to the profession. Whether you are a parent, teacher, administrator, or some other vital piece to the educational puzzle, this episode is sure to inspire you to reach for new heights and serve with a deeper purpose. While you wait for part 2, check out my episode with Todd Whitaker on what great leaders do differently.      This episode is sponsored by Heinemann—the leading publisher of professional books and resources for educators—and their professional book, We Got This: Equity, Access, and the Quest to Be Who Our Students Need Us to Be by Cornelius Minor. Powerful teaching is rooted in powerful listening. What we hear can spark action that allows us to make powerful moves toward equity by broadening access to learning for all children. In We Got This, Cornelius Minor identifies tools, attributes, and strategies that can augment our listening, empowering us to take the steps to start influencing the systems that govern our classrooms and schools. We do not teach for what is. We teach for what can be. Craft better heroes…not just for the students that you hope to teach, but for the world that you hope to build.  We Got This  is available as a book, ebook, and audiobook. To learn more visit Heinemann.com.   

Inspiring episode with the author of The Pepper Effect and creator of the #CelebrateMonday movement, Sean Gaillard. Learn why seeing your colleagues as bandmates and striving to create a true masterpiece together is one of the highest callings. We talk about everything from Brazilian steakhouses and Bob Dylan to social media haters and social justice. Of course, any conversation with Sean is sure to include plenty on The Beatles...but don't be surprised to hear discussion of Jimi Hendrix, Pete Townshend, and several shout outs to educator extraordinaire, Todd Whitaker. Grab Sean's book, The Pepper Effect...a love letter to education and The Beatles.Connect with Sean on Twitter, Instagram, and be sure to listen to his fantastic podcast, The Principal Liner Notes!!

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When I started Teach Me, Teacher in 2016, I did so with the goal to talk to great educators in my building. Season 1 of the podcast was entirely made up of the teachers I knew, and a cheap USB mic I plugged into my Mac. Today, we have featured some of the top minds in education, such as Donalyn Miller, Kelly Gallagher, Hamish Brewer, Todd Whitaker, and Kim Bearden (among others.) To add to this list in a major way, and to celebrate 200 episodes, I had the privilege of sitting down with Eric Weinstein—one of the major voices in the intellectual spaces of the internet. Eric Weinstein is an American commentator, the managing director of Thiel Capital, and host of The Portal podcast. His story, and his son's story, about being constantly overlooked, punished, and mentally abused by a system that is supposed to educate everyone, is powerful. It is a story we can all learn from, use to inform our own practices, and advocate for a better tomorrow in our schools. Drawing on the parallel between iatrogenic harm (the harm caused inadvertently by the process of treatment), and what happens when educators make wrong decisions that hurt students, Eric makes his case for looking at educational malpractice through a lens of edugenics (harm caused inadvertently in the process of teaching.) At the heart of this talk, is an honest look at what the brightest kids suffer through in school, and how many schools do not serve the neurodiverse in meaningful ways. This 2 hour discussion goes into both our histories, how they look similar and different, and how the many problems in education today may be the driving force for meaningful change from those who care the most... TEACHERS.     This episode is sponsored by Heinemann—the leading publisher of professional books and resources for educators—and their professional book, Risk. Fail. Rise. A Teacher’s Guide to Learning From Mistakes by Colleen Cruz. You’ve likely heard the adage, ‘Everyone makes mistakes.’ But knowing why we make mistakes can help us learn from them and improve situations once we’ve made them. In Risk. Fail. Rise. teachers will learn how to address their own teaching mistakes, model with their own mistake-making, and improve their responses to others’ mistakes. Colleen Cruz shares what research says on mistakes as part of learning and what that means for teaching. If we can create school cultures where we talk honestly about mistakes, then we can grow and create opportunities for children to grow in all the ways they deserve. And we deserve those opportunities too. Risk. Fail. Rise. is available as a book and ebook. Look for the audiobook in early 2021. To learn more visit Heinemann.com.   

Episode #27: Staff Motivation & MoraleHaving positive staff members is critical to the success of every school and district. When teachers and corresponding staff are taken care of, student achievement improves. Special Guest Dr. Todd Whitaker joins Matt to discuss the importance of staff motivation and morale. Additionally, Dr. Whitaker provides tips on what you can do to ensure this is happening in your school.Follow Dr. Whitaker on Twitter @ToddWhitaker & check out the website http://toddwhitaker.com

Dr. Todd Whitaker, author of What Great Principals Do Differently, What Great Teachers Do Differently, Shift the Monkey, and dozens of other education books, joins the podcast to provide one simple message: it comes down to good leadership and your effectiveness. We talk about a wide variety of topics in this episode: -What great leadership looks like and how to make decisions based off your best people. -Finding the next difference-maker for your school and how to set them up for success. -Treating teachers and students as if they were good in order to build their capacity for growth. . To connect with Todd: -Twitter -Instagram -Website To connect with Hunter: -Ed Essentials LinkTree . Please rate, review, and subscribe to Schools of Thought! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/edessentials/support

February 12 2021 - Episode 36The Ignite EdTech Podcast with @mrkempnz1. Introduction2. Question for you - What tech tools do you use and WHY do you use them? 3. EdTech Tool of the Week - GoNoodle4. EdTech Tip of the Week - Tech use in your classroom and school - how to solve problems!5. Interview with Sean Gaillard and Myles Webb6. Win this weeks prize (books from Sean Gaillard) by going to bit.ly/edtechwin and completing the short form (Competition ends 9am SGT on Wednesday 17 February).7. Subscribe, Rate and ShareIf you have a question that you want answered on the podcast please emailinfo@igniteedtech.comConnect with Mark Quinn here or via email markquinn9129@gmail.comLinks from PodcastSean's Book - The Pepper EffectThe Principal Liner Notes Podcast by Sean GaillardJennifer Williams, Bethany Hill & Todd Whitaker on TwitterThe Power of a Positive Team Book Teach Boldly - Using EdTech for Social Good BookWhat Great Principals Do Differently BookWhat is a Mystery Skype?

Dr. Todd Whitaker - educational leader and bestselling author - shares his thoughts on dealing with difficult teachers, why leadership is not an event, getting every teacher like the best teacher, and motivating staff during challenging times. 

Todd Whitaker is one of the leading voices in Education. Having written over 50 Books and speaking all over the country, Todd sits down with us to talk about Leadership and Education-Giving us some good laughs along the way! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adam-christie0/support

Co-hosts Scott Jaworski and Melissa Blossom discuss the challenges educational leaders currently face and who they can look to for support with renowned author, and public speaker, Dr. Todd Whitaker.

We revisit one of most popular episodes with the amazing educator and author Danny Steele. Danny has more than 26 years of experience in the public school system in Alabama in the United States. Spending his time as a teacher, coach, administrator and career mentor to other administrators, Danny has developed a strong sense of what it means to be an effective educator who can really connect with students. His book, Essential Truths For Teachers, co-written with Todd Whitaker, takes teachers through some of the fundamental and necessary principles at the core of teaching, which they say have the biggest impact on student achievement. Follow Danny on Twitter for your daily dose of teacher inspiration, or take a look at his books, Essential Truths for Teachers and Essential Truths for Principals. For the Love of Teaching is a podcast by Teach Starter. We make quality, downloadable teaching resources that save teachers hours of time and make their classrooms buzz! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the nation's leading authorities on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness, Todd Whitaker has written over 50 books including the national best seller, What Great Teachers Do Differently. Other titles include: Shifting the Monkey, Dealing with Difficult Teachers, 10 Minute Inservice, The Ball, What Great Principals Do Differently, Motivating and Inspiring Teachers, and Dealing with Difficult Parents. Todd is available to speak/train your staff as well. You can reach him by email: t-whitaker@indstate.edu, through twitter @ToddWhitaker or through his website: ToddWhitaker.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aneducatorslegacy/support

In this episode, Dr. Todd Whitaker (university professor, public speaker, best selling author, and one of the nation's leading authorities of all things education), joins us to discuss leading through challenging times, teacher motivation, genuine leadership, and relationships. Always insightful and funny, Dr. Whitaker's advice for school leaders is a must listen for anyone leading in today's environment.

I remember my first year of teaching all too well. It was an amazing year, but one that was regularly filled with questions, fear, and second guesses. And, to be completely truthful, there were times when I thought maybe I'd made a career mistake. Times when I doubted my effectiveness as an educator because a lesson didn't go as planned or the overall behavior in my class was less than pleasing. Turns out, I was an effective educator. Also, I'm not the only one that feels those same first year thoughts. Educators entering the profession now have another resource to through in their toolkit. It is a book titled Your First Year: How to Survive and Thrive as a New Teacher. It was co-authored by Todd Whitaker, Madeline Good, and Katherine Whitaker. Today on Anchored in Education, Katherine Whitaker has graciously agree to join us to talk more about this amazing book. Don't think that since you are past your first year that this can't help you out. I've read Your First Year multiple times throughout my career and never during my actual first year—it wasn't available then.  After listening, head over to www.escottengland.com to find the show resources and read more about Katherine and find a link to her book, Your First Year.

A podcast focused on chapters 13-15 of What Great Teachers Do Differently by Todd Whitaker.

In this episode of the Wired Educator Podcast I read my eBook What Everyone Needs to Know About Bullying and make it an audible book, and more!  I wanted this to be available so students, parents, educators and anyone could listen to it on the bus, in the car, at lunch, on a walk, workout, or doing chores with their headphones on. This is deeply personal but can really save lives.What is your school district doing to educate students, staff, parents and the community about bullying? Every month should be 'Bullying Awareness Month', and I wanted to create a free audio recording of my popular ebook resource for educators, parents and students to help out when  a bully steps into someone's life, What Everyone Needs to Know About Bullying. So... that's what I did! This episode of the Wired Educator Podcast is me reading my eBook. I wanted this to be available so students, parents, educators and anyone could listen to it on the bus, in the car, at lunch, on a walk, workout, or doing chores with their headphones on. This is deeply personal but can really save lives. Please listen and share this out. I will update this book annually, as I have done for the past few years with the latest information and help. I have created a free resource you can download titled, What Everyone Needs to Know About Bullying. I hope you will share it with everyone you can. I believe it delivers a message that many need to hear and practice. The bottom line is this: The opposite of bullying is leadership. We need to teach and train students to be better leaders online and off. It's that simple. Everyone talks about the importance of leadership, but few, very few, take the time to teach it. Listen to this podcast. This is what I want everyone to know about bullying. I am the proud voice talent for two Dave Burgess Consulting, Inc. books: Start Right Now by Todd Whitaker, Jeffrey Zoul, and Jimmy Casas, (affiliate link) and Learn Like a Pirate: Empower Your Students to Collaborate, Lead and Succeed by Paul Solarz. (affiliate link) You can listen to them for free with a free Audible trial. Mentioned in this Podcast:  om Murray has a brand new book out! Personal and Authentic: Designing Learning Experiences That Impact a Lifetime(Affiliate link) As an educator, you have the power to leave a legacy by . . . Making students' learning experiences personal and authentic Ensuring that the culture around you is personal and authentic Developing and nurturing personal and authentic relationships Being personal and authentic In Personal & Authentic, Thomas C. Murray reveals the power of designing awe-inspiring experiences that are grounded in relationships and learner-centered by design. Inherently relevant and contextualized, it is this kind of learning that lasts a lifetime. Be bold. Be fearless. Be proud. Be you. Your story is not finished yet. • Listen to Tom Murray's Interview on The Wired Educator Podcast Episode 115 Thank you. Kelly ———————————————————————– Kelly Croy is an author, speaker and educator. If you'd like to learn more about Kelly, or invite him to your school or conference to speak please send him an email. • Listen to Kelly's other podcast, The Future Focused Podcastand subscribe. • Subscribe to The Wired Educator Podcast with over 142 episodes of interviews and professional development. • Visit Kelly's website at www.KellyCroy.com. • Looking for a dynamic speaker for your school's opening day? • Consider Kelly Croy at www.KellyCroy.com • Order Kelly's book, Along Came a Leader for a school book study or your personal library. • Follow Kelly Croy on Facebook.  • Follow Kelly Croy on Twitter.  •  Follow Kelly Croy on Instagram 

Educator and author Danny Steele has 26 years of experience in the public school system in Alabama. Spending his time as a teacher, coach, administrator and career mentor to other administrators, Danny has developed a strong sense of what it means to be an effective educator who can really connect with students.His book, Essential Truths For Teachers, co-written with Todd Whitaker, takes teachers through some of the fundamental and necessary principles at the core of teaching, which they say have the biggest impact on student achievement.Follow Danny on Twitter for your daily dose of teacher inspiration, and buy his books, Essential Truths for Teachers and Essential Truths for Principals here. Join us in our new For the Love of Teaching Facebook group, where we chat about the podcast, feature live vids of guests, and talk teaching!Have you subscribed to For the Love of Teaching? Don't forget! It means you'll be the first to know whenever a new episode is released.For the Love of Teaching is a podcast by Teach Starter. We make quality, downloadable teaching resources that save teachers hours of time and make their classrooms buzz!rFOsby9nfbVL5A0qKdiR See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Madeline Whitaker Good and Katherine Whitaker discuss their book Classroom Management From the Ground Up (2019) with me on episode 260 of Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast for educators. Madeline Whitaker Good is currently a middle school math teacher in Springfield, Missouri. Prior to moving to middle school, Madeline was an elementary school teacher in two different school districts. Katherine Whitaker is currently a high school math teacher in Kansas City, Missouri. Her first three years in the classroom were spent at the middle school level teaching math, algebra, and reading. She has taught Algebra A, Algebra I, and Algebra II Honors at the high school level. Madeline and Katherine co-authored the best selling book Classroom Management from the Ground Up (2019) and Your First Year: How to Survive and Thrive as a New Teacher (2016) with their father Dr. Todd Whitaker. Remember to check out Episode 250 - Madeline Whitaker Good & Katherine Whitaker discuss their book: Your First Year Thanks for listening. Please share and subscribe. Enjoy! Connect with Katherine or Madeline: Madeline Whitaker Good MWhitakerGood@gmail.com Mwhitakergood    Katherine Whitaker WhitakerK27@gmail.com MissWhitaker294   Classroom Management from the Ground Up https://www.routledge.com/Classroom-Management-From-the-Ground-Up/Whitaker-Good-Whitaker/p/book/9781138552319 Amazon (Classroom Management from the Ground Up)   Your First Year: How to Survive and Thrive as a New Teacher  https://www.routledge.com/Your-First-Year-How-to-Survive-and-Thrive-as-a-New-Teacher-1st-Edition/Whitaker-Whitaker-Good-Whitaker/p/book/9781138126152 www.routledge.com/9781138126152 Amazon (Your First Year) www.routledge.com/eyeoneducation Check out episode 250 - Madeline Whitaker Good & Katherine Whitaker discuss their book: Your First Year Length - 32:35

Hello everyone! Today I am bringing you part 2 of my fantastic discussion with Todd Whitaker on what great educators do differently! If you missed part 1, click here. Dr. Todd Whitaker is recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, and his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. In this discussion, we focus on what great teachers do differently, and what great principals do differently, and why just being good isn’t enough. Together we hit on why our roles are too important to let the small stuff slide, what to do about toxic teachers around you or in your school, how to talk to parents, and how an ineffective campus all depends on one factor… You DO NOT want to miss this episode! Whether you’re a teacher, principal, or college student, you need to hear this talk with Todd Whitaker! Enjoy!

Hello everyone! Today I am bringing you my fantastic discussion with Todd Whitaker on what great educators do differently! Dr. Todd Whitaker is recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, and his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. In this discussion, we focus on what great teachers do differently, and what great principals do differently, and why just being good isn't enough. Together we hit on why our roles are too important to let the small stuff slide, what to do about toxic teachers around you or in your school, how to talk to parents, and how an ineffective campus all depends on one factor... You DO NOT want to miss this episode! Whether you're a teacher, principal, or college student, you need to hear this talk. Enjoy! For more on leadership and accountability, check out my episode of Ron Clark Academy native, Kirk Brown! PS: If you'd like to support the podcast and Todd, use the links above to his fantastic work!

     Madeline Whitaker Good and Katherine Whitaker are the authors of Your First Year: How to Survive and Thrive as a New Teacher (2016, Taylor & Francis;  A Routledge Eye on Education Book) The book is co-written with their father Todd Whitaker. Your First Year focuses on the skills and mindsets needed to be successful during your first year in school. Madeline and Katherine wrote the book while they were in their first year of teaching. Madeline Whitaker Good is currently a middle school math teacher in Springfield, Missouri. Prior to moving to middle school, Madeline was an elementary school teacher in two different school districts. She graduated from the Peabody College of Education at Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education and Child Studies. She received the Dorothy J. Skeel Award for Outstanding Professional Promise in Elementary Education. She completed her Master of Education Degree in Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis from the University of Missouri at Columbia as well as her elementary and secondary principal certification. Katherine Whitaker is currently a high school math teacher in Kansas City, Missouri, She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Secondary Mathematics Education from the University of Missouri. Her first three years in the classroom were spent at the middle school level teaching math, algebra, and reading. She has taught Algebra A, Algebra I, and Algebra II Honors at the high school level. Katherine graduated with her Master of Science in Educational Leadership K-12 from Northwest Missouri State University. Together they also co-authored the best selling book Classroom Management from the Ground Up (2019) with their father Todd Whitaker. Thanks for listening.  Enjoy. By the way, please share and don't forget to subscribe.   Connect with Madeline and Katherine and order a copy of "Your First Year": Madeline Whitaker Good Twitter Mwhitakergood    Katherine Whitaker Twitter MissWhitaker294   Your First Year: How to Survive and Thrive as a New Teacher (2016, Taylor & Francis); Eye on Education - Routledge https://www.routledge.com/Your-First-Year-How-to-Survive-and-Thrive-as-a-New-Teacher-1st-Edition/Whitaker-Whitaker-Good-Whitaker/p/book/9781138126152 www.routledge.com/9781138126152 www.routledge.com/eyeoneducation Amazon     Length - 52:48

In a fascinating interview, Tara Elie speaks to the influential educator, Dr. Todd Whitaker, about phone calls and how to be welcoming to parents. Dr. Todd Whitaker has been fortunate to be able to blend his passion with his career. Recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, his message about the importance of … Continue reading Dr. Todd Whitaker – (E.T.) Phone Home! PP229 →

   Todd Whitaker talks with me about teaching teachers and school-based administrators how to work with and talk with parents. His book "Dealing With Difficult Parents" (Routledge, 2016) written with Douglas J. Fiore is an awesome tool that every educator should take time to read and put into practice. Our discussion focuses on practical techniques that you will find helpful. Todd is a professor of educational leadership at the University of Missouri and professor emeritus at Indiana State University. He has spent his life pursuing his love of education by researching and studying effective teachers and principals. Prior to moving into higher education, he was a math teacher and basketball coach in Missouri. Todd then served as a principal at the middle school, junior high, and high school levels. He was also a middle school coordinator in charge of staffing, curriculum, and technology for the opening of new middle schools. One of the nation’s leading authorities on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness, Todd has written over 50 books including the national bestseller, What Great Teachers Do Differently. Other titles include 75 Ways to Be a Better Teacher Tomorrow, Ten-Minute Inservice, Your First Year, What Great Principals Do Differently, Motivating & Inspiring Teachers, 5o Ways to Improve Student Behavior, Classroom Management From the Ground Up and Dealing With Difficult Parents. Todd is married to Beth, also a former teacher and principal, who is currently a faculty member of educational leadership at the University of Missouri and professor emeritus at Indiana State University. They are the parents of three children; Katherine, Madeline, and Harrison. Thanks for listening. Please share. Enjoy!  Connect with Todd: http://www.toddwhitaker.com   Email: t-whitaker@indstate.edu https://www.amazon.com/Todd-Whitaker/e/B0045AYYBC https://twitter.com/ToddWhitaker https://www.instagram.com/toddwhitaker1/ Length - 59:38

Danny Steele is in his 26th year of education, and this school year marks his fifth year as the principal of Thompson Sixth Grade Center in the Alabaster City School System, just south of Birmingham, Alabama.  Prior to this position, he served as a high school principal, as an assistant principal, and as a teacher and coach. He has written two books with Todd Whitaker which were released last month. (Essential Truths for Teachers and Essential Truths for Principals)  In the fall, Steele will begin teaching full time at the University of Montevallo in the department of Instructional Leadership. He resides with his wife and three children in Birmingham, Alabama. We talk with Danny about his book Essential Truths For Teachers, how he helps teachers connect with students, and how he champions for the teachers at his school.

Danny Steele is in his 26th year of education, and this school year marks his fifth year as the principal of Thompson Sixth Grade Center in the Alabaster City School System, just south of Birmingham, Alabama.  Prior to this position, he served as a high school principal, as an assistant principal, and as a teacher and coach. He has written two books with Todd Whitaker which were released last month. (Essential Truths for Teachers and Essential Truths for Principals)  In the fall, Steele will begin teaching full time at the University of Montevallo in the department of Instructional Leadership. He resides with his wife and three children in Birmingham, Alabama.

Interview Notes, Resources, & LinksGet the book, 10 Perspectives on Innovation in EducationVisit Jimmy's WebsiteFollow Jimmy on Twitter @casas_jimmyVisit Jeff's BlogFollow Jeff on Twitter @jeff_zoulVisit Todd's WebsiteFollow Todd on Twitter @ToddWhitakerVisit the ConnectEDD WebsiteAbout The AuthorsJimmy Casas is an educator, bestselling author, and speaker with 22 years of school leadership experience. Jeff Zoul is a lifelong teacher, leader, and learner. After many years of public school service, Jeff now focuses on writing, speaking, consulting, and organizing What Great Educators Do Differently events.Todd Whitaker is a professor of educational leadership at the University of Missouri. He is a leading presenter in the field of education and is the bestselling author of more than 50 books.

In this episode, Dr. Todd Whitaker, one of the nation’s leading authorities on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness, shares proven strategies that can be utilized to lead positive change within our schools. Among the topics discussed are how to influence others, the difference between climate and culture, and why modeling expectations is always better than correcting behaviors. Dr. Whitaker also looks ahead to his next book project in 2019 and explains why he thinks the answer to solving problems in education can be found in individual classrooms as all kids deserve a great teacher. Twitter: @ToddWhitaker. Website: www.toddwhitaker.com Become A Supporter You can now help keep the conversation going by supporting the Reimagine Schools Podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes. Thanks for your support! anchor.fm/greg-goins/support About Dr. Greg Goins As the Founder/Host of the Reimagine Schools Podcast, Dr. Greg Goins has emerged as one of the nation's leading voices on visionary leadership and the path to transforming our schools. He currently serves as the Director of the Educational Leadership Program at Georgetown College (KY) and previously spent 15 years as a school district superintendent in Illinois. Dr. Goins is a passionate keynote speaker and is available to speak at your next education conference or school PD day. To book Dr. Goins, please send inquiries to drgreggoins@gmail.com. Twitter: @DrGregGoins. Website: www.reimagineschools.net. Become a supporter of this podcast: anchor.fm/greg-goins/support --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greg-goins/support

This week’s Aspire guest is Todd Whitaker. Todd is a professor of educational leadership at the University of Missouri, former principal at the middle school, junior high, and high school levels, consultant, national presenter, and author. Todd has written over 50 books including the national best seller, “What Great Teachers Do Differently”. In addition, Todd has written popular titles such as: – “Dealing With Difficult Teachers” – “Ten-Minute Inservice” – “Your First Year” – “What Great Principals Do Differently” – “Motivating and Inspiring Teachers” – and “Dealing With Difficult Parents” (Music by Ben Lundquist) Support the Podcast: – iTunes Subscribe – Leave a 5-Star Rating and Review!

Making phone calls to parents can be one of the most stressful and dreaded experiences for all k-12 educators. Our guest offers proven tips and a set of guidelines to make parent calls easier. Follow: @jonHarper70bd@froehlichm @ToddWhitaker Todd Whitaker is a professor of educational leadership at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana. He has written over 30 books including the national best seller, What Great Teachers Do Differently. Other titles include: Dealing With Difficult Parents, Shifting The Monkey, Dealing With Difficult Teachers, What Great Principals Do Differently, Motivating & Inspiring Teachers.

Dr. Carrie Rose is a Transformational Learning Expert, Entrepreneur, and Internet Marketing Influencer who was named one of Huffington Post's Must-Follow Women Entrepreneurs in 2017.   She holds an Ed.D in Educational Leadership from the University of Central Florida, wrote her doctoral dissertation on Professional Development, and is best known for developing the innovative teaching strategies and methodology that are becoming an industry standard for internet marketing and online education.   Dr. Rose offers a unique insight grounded in unparalleled research in how the human brain connects with content – and the necessary marketing processes to engage any audience.   I really wanted to know what made Dr. Rose so fascinated that she became one of the internet's foremost education experts, and the answer will probably surprise you.   Witnessing a traumatic event at the age of four caused Dr. Rose to develop selective mutism, meaning she didn't speak for the better part of six years. At the same time, she had dyslexia, and the combination of those two circumstances resulted in her not being able to read when she entered third grade.   One remarkable teacher, Mrs. Taylor, helped Dr. Rose transform from “this shell of a human being to the highest standardized test scorer that school had seen, in one year.”   Wow.   In the process, Dr. Rose learned the powerful impact one human being can have on another, if they care, give it all of their heart, and know the right strategies to use.   Because while the best teaching methodologies are important and effective, it's the relationships we form that really have the biggest impact. And that doesn't just mean relationships with others – the relationship with yourself is just as important.   “Love is this resonance, it's this frequency, and it feels the same leaving as it does coming in.”   If you pay attention, you'll notice that offering love to a stranger, or even just offering love to yourself, makes you feel the same as having received it from someone else.   So, have you offered your love to anyone today? It could have a profound impact.   --     Resources: Learn more at http://www.drcarrierose.com/ (drcarrierose.com) Want to create your own course? Check out of-course.us Connect with Dr. Rose: facebook.com/DrCarrieRose The Completed Course: The Secret To Creating Lasting Impact, Raving Fans, And Increased Profits With Online Courses by Dr. Carrie Rose What Great Teachers Do Differently: 17 Things That Matter Most by Todd Whitaker   --   We are brought to you by the Lawton Marketing Group, a full-service advertising and design agency serving companies and entrepreneurs at all levels. They are your one-stop shop for all your website, logo, social media, print, app design and reputable management needs.   Visit LawtonMG.com for more info.   -- The Impact Entrepreneur Show is produced by Podcast Masters

This episode of the Wired Educator Podcast is my ADE Worldwide Institute #EveryoneCanCreate Project 2018. I am Kelly Croy, and I have created a podcast teaching you how to podcast. I am an Apple Distinguished Educator Class of 2011.  I want to show the world that everyone can create podcasts.  I will provide you with the WHY of Podcasting and HOW to do it.  Podcasting is the most personal and intimate form of social media. It lends itself well to multi-tasking. It is essentially just growing your classroom a little bigger and gives you to make the world your classroom.  I will show you the tools you need and how to start making your first podcast today! Mentioned in this podcast:  The microphone you need: I use the Audio-Technica ATR2100-USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone; it is only$69. Anchor App for iOS devices to record podcasts on your iPhone and iPad. The easiest way to make a podcast. www.anchor.fm Martin Coutts, a Scottish ADE's ibook: Podcasting: A Quick Guide. A free iBook on how to create a podcast with an iOS device. GarageBand: a free app for iOS devices and Macs to record podcasts.  Skype: a video conferencing tool that is great for recording interviews over the internet.  Ecamm Call Recorder App: An app that works with Skype to record Skype interviews. Auphonic: a web-based service that levels the sound of your podcast and boosts the volume. $5 a month Libsyn: The pioneer of podcasting that allows you to host your podcast for $5 a month.  Dave Burgess Consulting Books. Learn Like a Pirate audio book: written by Paul Solarz and ready by Kelly Croy.  Start. Right. Now audio book: written by Todd Whitaker, Jeffrey Zoul, and Jimmy Casas and read by Kelly Croy.  ——————————————————————————————————————– Kelly Croy is an author, speaker and educator. If you'd like to learn more about Kelly, or invite him to your school or conference to speak please send him an email. Listen to Kelly's other podcast, The Future Focused Podcastand subscribe.   Subscribe to The Wired Educator Podcastwith over 106 episodes of interviews and professional development.   Visit the Wired Educator blog at www.WiredEducator.com   Looking for a dynamic speaker for your school's opening day? Consider Kelly Croy at www.KellyCroy.com   Order Kelly's book, Along Came a Leaderfor a school book study or your personal library.  Follow Kelly Croy on Facebook.   •   Follow Kelly Croy on Twitter.   •   Follow Kelly Croy on Instagram 

>Summer is over and we hope the school year is off to a fantastic start! We took a bit of a summer break at CA Today, but we're back and just released Episode 6 of the CA Today Podcast! In this episode, Sarah Wittmeyer and co-host Shannon Dodson sit down with Cuba-Rushford's Middle School Principal, Katie Ralston to discuss the Actionable Ideas for Leaders workshop that was offered to our regions' administrators after Todd Whitaker's visit to the region. Katie Ralston shares her takeaways with regards to developing school culture, mission statement and vision, self-reflection, lifelong learning, and more. Visit us at http://catoday.caboces.org/ to stream the episode and access our show notes, as well as previous episodes.Connect with us on Twitter @CATodayPodcastSubscribe/listen on iTunes or Stitcher And if you have something exciting that's happening in your school or classroom that you'd like to share, please email us at catodaypodcast@gmail.com!

>Summer is over and we hope the school year is off to a fantastic start! We took a bit of a summer break at CA Today, but we’re back and just released Episode 6 of the CA Today Podcast! In this episode, Sarah Wittmeyer and co-host Shannon Dodson sit down with Cuba-Rushford’s Middle School Principal, Katie Ralston to discuss the Actionable Ideas for Leaders workshop that was offered to our regions’ administrators after Todd Whitaker’s visit to the region. Katie Ralston shares her takeaways with regards to developing school culture, mission statement and vision, self-reflection, lifelong learning, and more. Visit us at http://catoday.caboces.org/ to stream the episode and access our show notes, as well as previous episodes.Connect with us on Twitter @CATodayPodcastSubscribe/listen on iTunes or Stitcher And if you have something exciting that’s happening in your school or classroom that you’d like to share, please email us at catodaypodcast@gmail.com!

In this episode, Dr. Jeff Zoul reflects on a 35 year career in public education and gives listeners an inside look into his writing process that has produced numerous books on school leadership, including What Connected Educators Do Differently and Start Right Now: Teach and Lead for Excellence, with co-authors Dr. Todd Whitaker and Jimmy Casas. Dr. Zoul also provides a preview of his newest book, Stop Right Now, another collaborative effort with Casas, that completes the Start Right Now conversation with a list of those things that must stop immediately if we're truly serious about creating Future Ready Schools. Twitter: Jeff_Zoul. Bog: jeffreyzoul.blogspot.com. Website: WGEDD.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/greg-goins/support

A lively and wide-ranging discussion with teacher-leaders and Writing Project staff, recorded live at the NWP Resource Development Retreat in Albuquerque, NM. Books from the Conversation Pure Drivel by Steve Martin: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pure_Drivel Bearstone by Will Hobbs: https://www.willhobbsauthor.com/books/bk_bearstone.html Shifting the Monkey by Todd Whitaker: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13265535-shifting-the-monkey Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover: https://tarawestover.com/book/ So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo: https://www.sealpress.com/titles/ijeoma-oluo/so-you-want-to-talk-about-race/9781580056779/ Ayiti by Roxane Gay: https://groveatlantic.com/book/ayiti/ Another Bullshit Night in Suck City by Nick Flynn: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Another_Bullshit_Night_in_Suck_City Doc Savage Novels/Comics: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doc_Savage Consider the Lobster by David Foster Wallace: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Consider_the_Lobster Poetry from: Avery Guess, Brett Gafney, Bianca Spriggs, Frank X. Walker, Crystal Wilkensen, Jeremy Paden Money to Burn by James Zagel: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/916313.Money_to_Burn Dragonfly Dance by Denise Lajimodiere: https://tribalcollegejournal.org/dragonfly-dance/ Curator of Ephemera at the New Museum of Archaic Media by Heid E. Erdrich: http://msupress.org/books/book/?id=50-1D0-3FCC#.W1EhGNhKjxs We Are Growing by Laurie Keller and Mo Willems: http://pigeonpresents.com/books/we-are-growing/ The Monster at the End of this Book by Jon Stone: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Monster_at_the_End_of_This_Book:_Starring_Lovable,_Furry_Old_Grover Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi: http://www.tomiadeyemi.com/books/ Chemistry by Weike Wang: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/549723/chemistry-by-weike-wang/9780525432227/ The Future Home of the Living God by Louise Erdrich: https://www.harpercollins.com/9780062694058/future-home-of-the-living-god/ Room by Emma Donoghue: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Room_(novel) Bear Town by Fredrik Backman: http://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Beartown/Fredrik-Backman/9781501160769 A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseinis: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Thousand_Splendid_Suns

In this episode, Kelly interviews Todd Whitaker the author of What Great Teachers Do Differently, What Great Principals Do Differently, and forty other titles that have made a profound impact in education, instruction, leadership and ultimately in the lives of countless educators and student around the world. Todd Whitaker is one of the nation's leading authorities on staff motivation, teadher leadership, and principal effectiveness. He has written over 40 books including the National Best Seller, What Great Teachers Do Differently. Mentioned in this podcast: (Click the title to learn more.) What Great Teachers Do Differently by Todd Whitaker What Great Principals Do Differently by Todd Whitaker Motivating and Inspiring Teachers by Todd Whitaker Dealing with Difficult Parents by Todd Whitaker Follow Kelly on Twitter @WiredEducator and @KellyCroy  Please visit the Wired Educator blog & website at: www.WiredEducator.com

Dr. Jeffrey Zoul is a lifelong teacher, learner, and leader. During Jeff’s distinguished career in education he has served in a variety of roles, most recently as Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning with Deerfield Public Schools District 109 in Deerfield, Illinois. Jeff also served as a teacher and coach in the State of Georgia for many years before moving into school administration.    Zoul has also taught graduate courses at the university level in the areas of assessment, research, and program evaluation. He is the author/co-author of many books, including What Connected Educators Do Differently, Start. Right. Now. - Teach and Lead for Excellence, Improving Your School One Week at a Time, and Leading Professional Learning: Tools to Connect and Empower Teachers.    Jeff has earned several degrees, including his undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts and his doctoral degree from the University of Alabama. He is also been recognized for his work as an educational leader on numerous occasions, including the 2014 Bammy Educators’ Voice Award. In his spare time, Jeff enjoys running and has completed over a dozen marathons. Zoul resides in Evanston, Illinois.      Jimmy Casas recently completed his 22nd year in educational leadership, the last fourteen years as principal of Bettendorf High School in Iowa.     Jimmy was named the 2012 Iowa Secondary Principal of the Year and was selected as one of three finalists for 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. He is the Co-Founder of EdCampIowa and also the Co-Founder of #IAedchat, an on-line discussion chat that takes place every Sunday evening at 8:00 p.m. CST.  Jimmy is the co-author of two popular educational books with Todd Whitaker and Jeff Zoul entitled, “What Connected Educators Do Differently,” and “Start. Right. Now.  Teach and Lead for Excellence”   Jimmy currently serves as a Senior Fellow for the International Center for Leadership in Education (ICLE) and also serves as an adjunct professor for Drake University, teaching a graduate course on Educational Leadership.   “Be noticeable. Be memorable.”       Jeff Zoul and Jimmy Casas Show Highlights How Jeff and Jimmy met and started WGEDD The importance of gift giving and taking care of people. The best gift you can give is your time. When you walk into a room do you leave it with more energy? Different ways to connect with staff. Do you acknowledge your staff by being visible and observing classes? The Daily 5. Why it’s important to make a commitment to celebration. 2-a-days (notecards to staff) How to build celebration into culture through staff meetings Students First Banquet (overcoming obstacles celebration)   “Passion. Purpose. Pride”   Resources Jeff’s blog Jimmy’s blog WGEDD website Start. Right. Now. What Connected Educators Do Differently. Jeff on Twitter Jimmy on Twitter

Jimmy Casas served twenty-two years as an educational 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 one of three finalists for 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.  In 2015, he received the Bammy Award as the National Secondary Principal of the year. Jimmy is the Co-Founder of EdCamp Iowa and #IAedchat, Finally, Jimmy is the co-author of the book, “What Connected Educators Do Differently,” and “START.RIGHT.NOW.,” which he wrote with Todd Whitaker and Jeff Zoul. Jimmy currently serves as a Senior Fellow for the International Center for Leadership in Education and also serves on the Professional Development Faculty for NASSP; the National Association of Secondary School Principals. Finally, he is the co-founder and CEO of ConnectEDD, an educational leadership company aimed at organizing world class professional learning conferences and professional development services for educators across the country. Follow Jimmy on Twitter: Jimmy Casas (@casas_jimmy) | Twitter Mentioned in this podcast: Jimmy's book: Start. Right. Now. Teach and Lead for Excellence International Center for Leadership in Education Dr. Bill Daggit Jimmy recommends the book: The Four Agreements by Don Michael Ruiz Jimmy's favorite app: Voxer Jimmy's favorite hashtags: #IowaEdChat #SatChat and #Tlap Life Fit Model Schools Schools of Excellence www.FutureReady.org Jimmy's website: http://www.jimmycasas.com  

Join us as we look at the pivotal levers of school culture, including school climate, trust, and communication. Follow: @toddwhitaker @stevegruenert @mjanatovich @ASCD @bamradionetwork Todd Whitaker and Steve Gruenert are the co-authors of: School Culture Recharged: Strategies to Energize Your Staff and Culture and School Culture Rewired: How to Define, Assess, and Transform It. Whitaker is a leading presenter, a former teacher and principal, and is the author or co-author of more than 40 books. Gruenert is a professor at Indiana State University who has studied organizational culture and climate for more than 20 years.. Host Mike Janatovich is the assistant principal of Harmon Middle School in Aurora, OH, and an ASCD Emerging Leader.

Join us as we look at the pivotal levers of school culture including, school climate, trust, and communication. Follow: @toddwhitaker @stevegruenert @ASCD @bamradionetwork Todd Whitaker and Steve Gruenert are the co-authors of: School Culture Recharged: Strategies to Energize Your Staff and Culture and School Culture Rewired: How to Define, Assess, and Transform It. Whitaker is a leading presenter, a former teacher and principal, and is the author or co-author of more than 40 books. Gruenert is a professor at Indiana State University who has studied organizational culture and climate for more than 20 years.. Host Mike Janatovich is the assistant principal of Harmon Middle School in Aurora, OH, and an ASCD Emerging Leader.

Dr. Allen Pratt has served as a high school science teacher and coach, a high school principal, assistant superintendent/curriculum director, executive director of the Tennessee Rural Education Association, executive director of the East Tennessee Center of Regional Excellence for the Tennessee Department of Education, and rural outreach liaison for Lincoln Memorial University. His primary interests are those issues which impact rural schools and the role of instructional leaders at the district and building levels. He is also involved at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga School of Education and Educational Leadership.   Show Highlights What Allen learned about PLCs in a rural area through his dissertation What Teddy Roosevelt teaches us about servant leadership The biggest challenges rural schools face Develop people based on strengths and diversity Pick the underdog and watch him grow Hard copy and computer everything Systems help you succeed Slow down. Schools don’t change in 6 weeks. Do we have a MS / HS program aligned to the workforce?   Resources   School culture rewired by Steven Gruenert and Todd Whitaker   Email Allen   Join my hybrid group coaching & leadership development community Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Create winning cultures Focus on the essential Lead with courage & integrity    BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! SHOW SOME LOVE: PLEASE LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders  Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above.   Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn   SHOW SPONSORS: SCHOOL SPIRIT VENDING Hassle-free, year-round fundraising for your school. With School Spirit Vending, we do all the work, you just cash the check Increase school spirit with custom stickers for your school and raise funds at the same time -no upfront costs, no volunteers, no selling Sick of the same old ways of raising money for your school? Let School Spirit Vending's hassle-free, year-round fundraising program supplement the other fundraisers you're already doing.

  Episode Sneak Peek: "For me, the first step was accepting where I was."   Listen! listen & subscribe in iTunes   What's In This Episode: Maybe we don't need more than 24 hours in a day. Maybe, instead, we need to make more of the hours we already have. In today's episode, I sat down with Natalie Jayne Moore, a fine art film wedding photographer, who is running her photography business full-time while also going to art school full-time. In our conversation, we talk a lot about making time for all the things, trying to juggle it all, and the hardest parts. Natalie grew her business from a part-time job to a full-time business while going to school full-time - that's no small feat! For anyone trying to juggle it all (I'm looking at you!), this is such a wonderful conversation to listen to.   "Sometimes I have to just accept my situation and know I'm doing the best that I can and that's all that I really can do."   support this episode through Patreon   "People can tell when you love what you do."   join the conversation in the Facebook community   "I think it's really good to learn to take criticism."   Links From This Episode: Amy and Jordan The United Conference Start Right Now by Todd Whitaker, Jeffrey Zoul, and Jimmy Casas  Unposed  www.nataliejaynephotography.com Natalie on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook Hope Taylor in episode 6 and episode 67

The #IAedchat team of Jimmy Casas, Devin Schoening, and Dan Butler welcomed Todd Whitaker on March 1, 2015 who shared what great educators do differently while adding a great deal of humor and energy to the conversation.

Jimmy Casas Twitter is in his 22nd year of administrative leadership.  He received his BA in Spanish and Master’s in Teaching from the University of Iowa and his Master’s in Administrative Leadership from Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee.  Jimmy is currently working on his ED.S and serves as an adjunct professor for Drake University, teaching a graduate course on Educational Leadership.  Jimmy has served as principal at Bettendorf High School in Bettendorf, Iowa for the last 14 years.   Jimmy’s core purpose lies in serving others. He was named the 2012 Iowa Secondary Principal of the Year and was selected as one of three finalists for 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.  In 2015, he was named the Bammy National Principal of the Year.  Jimmy is the Co-Founder of EdCampIowa and also the Co-Founder of #IAedchat, a popular online chat that takes place every Sunday evening at 8:00 p.m. CST.  Finally, Jimmy is the co-author of a book with Todd Whitaker and Jeff Zoul entitled, “What Connected Educators Do Differently.” What Great Educators Do Differently conference Leadership is lonely, but doesn’t have to be as lonely. Why it is meaningful to bring experts in to help us learn. How to create a network of excellence. How to create a mindset of excellence. How vulnerability impacts school leaders. People who take their jobs seriously want good things to happen for others. Surround yourself with excellence. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. How pride can be a benefit and a detriment How to define a problem clearly. When you surround yourself with a team, others will be there to protect and support you. Why it is important to make those who lead you look good. People who do good things, good things come back to them. Never blame someone above you for a decision made. Take on the hard issues privately. Your personal excellence starts over today. Your personal excellence starts over today with Jimmy Casas Transformative Principal special How to be a transformative principal? Spend time with kids, relationships matter, know peoples’ story. Take the Fall Listener Survey Loading… Please take a moment to rate this podcast in iTunes or on Stitcher.  Please follow me on Twitter: @jethrojones for the host and @TrnFrmPrincipal for the show. Buy Communication Cards Show notes on TransformativePrincipal.com Download Paperless Principal.   Sponsor: Sanebox Web Site Transformative Principal on Stitcher Refer A Principal Best Tools for Busy Administrators Survey  

The Dynamic Duo is here! Jeff Veal & Nathan Lang join me on the show to discuss the idea behind starting #leadupchat 7 LeadUpNow. #Leadupchat is my favorite Twitter chat. It happens every single Saturday 8:30-9:30 am CST. Show Highlights why every educator needs a voice how to empower educators on their campus what’s next for LeadUp people are hungry for connection do your people feel valued, loved, cared for, heard? focus on value not numbers importance of community the power of “YES" go ahead and work 24/7 … you still won’t get it all done stick with your true north people don’t need your next great idea … celebrate what is happening right now! Resources LeadUpNow Website What great principals do differently - Todd Whitaker   The principal - Michael Fullan   Multipliers - Liz Wiseman   Follow Jeff Veal   Follow Nathan Lang Do you need accountability? Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Daniel wants to work with you and help you accelerate your leadership development and increase your impact.   Follow Me and Get Behind the Scenes Access on SNAPCHAT!!!   BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! SHOW SOME LOVE: PLEASE LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders  Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above.   Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn

Better Leaders Better Schools guest Tiawana Giles is an Assistant Principal at Oak Grove-Bellemeade Elementary School in Richmond, Virginia.   In this episode you will learn: The "I am you" perspective Finding out what kids are passionate about Situational leadership How to get "all the facts" The importance of a game plan How to celebrate kids How to conduct home visits What she learned doing the 21 Day Instructional Challenge   Resources   21 Day Instructional Leadership Challenge   Crucial Conversations   The Innovator's Mindset   What Great Principals Do Differently         Do you need accountability? Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Daniel wants to work with you and help you accelerate your leadership development and increase your impact.   Follow Me and Get Behind the Scenes Access on SNAPCHAT!!!   BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! SHOW SOME LOVE: PLEASE LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders  Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above.   Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn    Show Sponsors KickUp: KickUp is a professional learning data analytics company that provides an easy-to-use platform to help school leaders optimize their PD resources and efforts by: Soliciting and synthesizing teacher input on PD needs Creating an intuitive, simple dashboard of needs so leaders can take immediate and informed action to support teachers Measuring and reporting on the impact of those efforts over time Schools, districts, and charter networks leverage KickUp’s platform and consultative support to synthesize data so that all stakeholders--administrators, coaches, and teachers--can monitor progress, identify meaningful professional learning actions, and demonstrate and share impact. What Great Educators Do Differently This conference hosts professional learning and networking events for educators serving in teaching and leadership roles. The next WGEDD conference is October 14 and 15 in beautiful Kansas City, MO. The conference is a two-day eventsfeaturing world class learning and presenters such as Todd Whitaker, Pernille Ripp, George Couros, Kenneth Williams, Tom Murray, Joe Sanfelippo, Angela Maiers, LaVonna Roth, Garnet Hillman, Shannon McClintock Miller, and Erin Klein to name a few.  Audbile: Try over 180,000 titles on any smart device or computer.  I've downloaded and enjoyed books by Charles Duhigg, Zig Ziglar, Tony Robbins, and Gary Vaynerchuk so far.

Better Leaders Better Schools guest Tom Hierck has been an educator since 1983 in a career that has spanned all grade levels and roles in public education. His experiences as a teacher, administrator, district leader, department of education project leader, and executive director have provided a unique context for his education philosophy.     In this episode you will learn: How many leaders did you leave behind? How to establish a collective commitment Build trust by being trustworthy Leaders don’t rush to consequences, but rush to support All means all Kids that challenge us the most need us the most Are you there to lead or to survive? Are you using the Significant 72? Be positive by design   Resources:   7 Habits of Highly Effective People   Tom’s TedX   Starting a Movement   I am the Future   7 Keys   What do you make?   Connect with Tom ...   Blog   Twitter   Email Do you need accountability? Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Daniel wants to work with you and help you accelerate your leadership development and increase your impact.   Follow Me and Get Behind the Scenes Access on SNAPCHAT!!!   BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! SHOW SOME LOVE: PLEASE LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders  Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above.   Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn    Show Sponsors KickUp: KickUp is a professional learning data analytics company that provides an easy-to-use platform to help school leaders optimize their PD resources and efforts by: Soliciting and synthesizing teacher input on PD needs Creating an intuitive, simple dashboard of needs so leaders can take immediate and informed action to support teachers Measuring and reporting on the impact of those efforts over time Schools, districts, and charter networks leverage KickUp’s platform and consultative support to synthesize data so that all stakeholders--administrators, coaches, and teachers--can monitor progress, identify meaningful professional learning actions, and demonstrate and share impact. What Great Educators Do Differently This conference hosts professional learning and networking events for educators serving in teaching and leadership roles. The next WGEDD conference is October 14 and 15 in beautiful Kansas City, MO. The conference is a two-day eventsfeaturing world class learning and presenters such as Todd Whitaker, Pernille Ripp, George Couros, Kenneth Williams, Tom Murray, Joe Sanfelippo, Angela Maiers, LaVonna Roth, Garnet Hillman, Shannon McClintock Miller, and Erin Klein to name a few.  Audbile: Try over 180,000 titles on any smart device or computer.  I've downloaded and enjoyed books by Charles Duhigg, Zig Ziglar, Tony Robbins, and Gary Vaynerchuk so far.

Better Leaders Better School’s guest Erich Kurschat is the founder of Harmony Insights, an HR coaching and consulting business focused on helping companies build and grow teams that value diverse communication, personality, and leadership styles.  A seasoned corporate HR professional and dynamic DiSC assessment instructor, Erich has partnered internationally with thousands of business leaders to get the most out of themselves and their teams.  He facilitates group workshops and 1-on-1 coaching that are at once both highly interactive and deeply introspective.   In this episode you will learn: How to go farther in your conversations The coach vs the disciplinarian What is meaningful work? Why do people do what they do? How to build even greater diversity How the DISC assessment can build better schools   Resources Quiet: The power of introverts in a world that can’t stop by Susan Cain   Connect:   Erich’s company: Harmony Insights   Erich on LinkedIn   Erich on Twitter   Erich on FB   Do you need accountability? Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Daniel wants to work with you and help you accelerate your leadership development and increase your impact.   Follow Me and Get Behind the Scenes Access on SNAPCHAT!!!   BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! SHOW SOME LOVE: PLEASE LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders  Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above.   Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn    Show Sponsors KickUp: KickUp is a professional learning data analytics company that provides an easy-to-use platform to help school leaders optimize their PD resources and efforts by: Soliciting and synthesizing teacher input on PD needs Creating an intuitive, simple dashboard of needs so leaders can take immediate and informed action to support teachers Measuring and reporting on the impact of those efforts over time Schools, districts, and charter networks leverage KickUp’s platform and consultative support to synthesize data so that all stakeholders--administrators, coaches, and teachers--can monitor progress, identify meaningful professional learning actions, and demonstrate and share impact. What Great Educators Do Differently This conference hosts professional learning and networking events for educators serving in teaching and leadership roles. The next WGEDD conference is October 14 and 15 in beautiful Kansas City, MO. The conference is a two-day eventsfeaturing world class learning and presenters such as Todd Whitaker, Pernille Ripp, George Couros, Kenneth Williams, Tom Murray, Joe Sanfelippo, Angela Maiers, LaVonna Roth, Garnet Hillman, Shannon McClintock Miller, and Erin Klein to name a few.  Audbile: Try over 180,000 titles on any smart device or computer.  I've downloaded and enjoyed books by Charles Duhigg, Zig Ziglar, Tony Robbins, and Gary Vaynerchuk so far.

Better Leaders Better Schools guest Todd Schmidt is the lead learner at Harbor View Elementary in Corona del Mar, CA.  He is a proud husband and father to two beautiful daughters.  He received his doctorate from USC in K-12 Leadership.  Prior to administration, he was a middle school history and English teacher!  An edtech enthusiast, a mediocre golfer, and a long-suffering San Diego Chargers and Padres fan, Dr. Schmidt is a big believer in the power of personalized PD and an Innovator's Mindset.   In this episode you will learn: How to survive in Jamestown Innovator’s Mindset Personalized PD Make a priority to give feedback Where do you see yourself going? Leave the hammer in the shed 1st day back truth Lean on your rockstars How to over communicate HUGE HITS & BIG MISSES   Resources   What connected educators do differently   What great principals do differently   Good to great   Transforming school culture   Creative schools   Launch   Contact   Todd’s Twitter   Todd’s Blog   Do you need accountability? Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Daniel wants to work with you and help you accelerate your leadership development and increase your impact.   Follow Me and Get Behind the Scenes Access on SNAPCHAT!!!   BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! SHOW SOME LOVE: PLEASE LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders  Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above.   Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn    Show Sponsors KickUp: KickUp is a professional learning data analytics company that provides an easy-to-use platform to help school leaders optimize their PD resources and efforts by: Soliciting and synthesizing teacher input on PD needs Creating an intuitive, simple dashboard of needs so leaders can take immediate and informed action to support teachers Measuring and reporting on the impact of those efforts over time Schools, districts, and charter networks leverage KickUp’s platform and consultative support to synthesize data so that all stakeholders--administrators, coaches, and teachers--can monitor progress, identify meaningful professional learning actions, and demonstrate and share impact. What Great Educators Do Differently This conference hosts professional learning and networking events for educators serving in teaching and leadership roles. The next WGEDD conference is October 14 and 15 in beautiful Kansas City, MO. The conference is a two-day eventsfeaturing world class learning and presenters such as Todd Whitaker, Pernille Ripp, George Couros, Kenneth Williams, Tom Murray, Joe Sanfelippo, Angela Maiers, LaVonna Roth, Garnet Hillman, Shannon McClintock Miller, and Erin Klein to name a few.  Audbile: Try over 180,000 titles on any smart device or computer.  I've downloaded and enjoyed books by Charles Duhigg, Zig Ziglar, Tony Robbins, and Gary Vaynerchuk so far.

I met Steve Larosiliere through a mutual friend and helped him explore getting his after school program into Chicago schools. Listeners will notice how authentic and self-aware Steve is. This episode is going to rock your world because we go deep into leadership … especially how to create great teams.   I admire so many things about Steve, but can you imagine when you were in high school ... if you created your own skateboard from scratch? what if you went on monthly skating, snowboarding or surfing trips? is there anything better than going on an over night trip with your high school peers … snowboarding for hours and writing the best personal essay ever for college?   Bio   Steve Larosiliere, is the President of STOKED, an award winning youth development program voted to the NY 100 (100 most innovative businesses in NY). Steve has been named Social Entrepreneur of the Year by the National Black MBA, Honored as a Hometown Hero, and given a Community Impact Award. His work has appeared in the New Yorker Magazine, ESPN, Huffington Post, Nylon Magazine, Fuel TV, Bloomberg, Wall Street Journal, and Transworld Business.   Steve speaks worldwide on the subject of youth empowerment, social entrepreneurship, and closing the opportunity gap, and action sports at places such as Do Lectures, Creative Mornings, Nike, Bloomberg, The United Nations, and various universities. Prior to STOKED, Steve began his career with an independent marketing firm that he cofounded working with clients such as Sony Music, Reader’s Digest, and Rock the Vote.   In this episode you will learn: trust … trust … trust you’re doing the universe a disservice if you’re playing small transactional vs transformative leadership don’t underestimate the value of spending time with people what hiring the wrong person does to an organization the reason you need coaching and mentors the story of starting STOKED the 1st step of leadership is self-awareness how to teach life skills through action sports learning happens in the classroom … development happens outside the classroom   Resources   Stoked website   Join the Stoked Igniters!   I did and you should too!   No more prisons   Losing my virginity   Connect   Email   FB   LinkedIn   Twitter   Insta   Do you need accountability? Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Daniel wants to work with you and help you accelerate your leadership development and increase your impact.   Follow Me and Get Behind the Scenes Access on SNAPCHAT!!!   BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! SHOW SOME LOVE: PLEASE LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders  Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above.   Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn    Show Sponsors KickUp: KickUp is a professional learning data analytics company that provides an easy-to-use platform to help school leaders optimize their PD resources and efforts by: Soliciting and synthesizing teacher input on PD needs Creating an intuitive, simple dashboard of needs so leaders can take immediate and informed action to support teachers Measuring and reporting on the impact of those efforts over time Schools, districts, and charter networks leverage KickUp’s platform and consultative support to synthesize data so that all stakeholders--administrators, coaches, and teachers--can monitor progress, identify meaningful professional learning actions, and demonstrate and share impact. What Great Educators Do Differently This conference hosts professional learning and networking events for educators serving in teaching and leadership roles. The next WGEDD conference is October 14 and 15 in beautiful Kansas City, MO. The conference is a two-day eventsfeaturing world class learning and presenters such as Todd Whitaker, Pernille Ripp, George Couros, Kenneth Williams, Tom Murray, Joe Sanfelippo, Angela Maiers, LaVonna Roth, Garnet Hillman, Shannon McClintock Miller, and Erin Klein to name a few.  Audbile: Try over 180,000 titles on any smart device or computer.  I've downloaded and enjoyed books by Charles Duhigg, Zig Ziglar, Tony Robbins, and Gary Vaynerchuk so far.        

How do you change things when change is hard? First, you should read Switch, by Chip and Dan Heath ... Or if you're strapped for time, listen to my Mini-Monday episode that focuses on this topic. According to the Heath Bros change centers on 3 elements: Rider (logic) Elephant (emotion) Path (necessary steps for change) Leaders need to be aware of each of these 3 elements to effectively instill change in their organization. Make sure you listen to the entire episode for a few anecdotes and examples of what you can do in your school or district to more effectively be a change agent. Resources Switch Do you need accountability? Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Daniel wants to work with you and help you accelerate your leadership development and increase your impact.   Follow Me and Get Behind the Scenes Access on SNAPCHAT!!!   BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! SHOW SOME LOVE: PLEASE LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders  Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above.   Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn    Show Sponsors KickUp: KickUp is a professional learning data analytics company that provides an easy-to-use platform to help school leaders optimize their PD resources and efforts by: Soliciting and synthesizing teacher input on PD needs Creating an intuitive, simple dashboard of needs so leaders can take immediate and informed action to support teachers Measuring and reporting on the impact of those efforts over time Schools, districts, and charter networks leverage KickUp’s platform and consultative support to synthesize data so that all stakeholders--administrators, coaches, and teachers--can monitor progress, identify meaningful professional learning actions, and demonstrate and share impact. What Great Educators Do Differently This conference hosts professional learning and networking events for educators serving in teaching and leadership roles. The next WGEDD conference is October 14 and 15 in beautiful Kansas City, MO. The conference is a two-day eventsfeaturing world class learning and presenters such as Todd Whitaker, Pernille Ripp, George Couros, Kenneth Williams, Tom Murray, Joe Sanfelippo, Angela Maiers, LaVonna Roth, Garnet Hillman, Shannon McClintock Miller, and Erin Klein to name a few.  Audbile: Try over 180,000 titles on any smart device or computer.  I've downloaded and enjoyed books by Charles Duhigg, Zig Ziglar, Tony Robbins, and Gary Vaynerchuk so far.  

Better Leaders Better Schools guest Karine Veldhoen, M. Ed. is the founder of Learn Forward and a creative force in education. She’s also the Chief Learning Officer at Willowstone Academy, the CEO/Founder of Niteo Africa, a former Education Consultant for Fresh Grade and a modern day Learn Forward represents a lifetime of her professional study, action research, and meaning-making within the context of education. Driven by her passion for making a difference in the lives of others, Karine’s been exploring the most important journeys of children through serving as the Chief Learning Officer at Willowstone Academy for the last 10 years and as an educator for over 20 years. In her talks about the transformation of education, she emphasizes the importance of cultivating a connection between school and home and uses the Table of Learning as a metaphor for where we can begin.     In this episode you will learn: Power of being a learner Don’t take things so personally How to frame experiences in healthy ways Power of letting go The story of starting Learn Forward The 5 most important journeys of a child Brutal honesty + trust How to invite practice into your community Self-care Vision building How to get on the same page as a couple   Resources   Learn Forward   The Courage to Teach   The Artist’s Way   Touchstones (free) resource   On Being   Connect with Karine ...   on Twitter   on LinkedIn   Do you need accountability? Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Daniel wants to work with you and help you accelerate your leadership development and increase your impact.   Follow Me and Get Behind the Scenes Access on SNAPCHAT!!!   BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! SHOW SOME LOVE: PLEASE LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders  Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above.   Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn    Show Sponsors KickUp: KickUp is a professional learning data analytics company that provides an easy-to-use platform to help school leaders optimize their PD resources and efforts by: Soliciting and synthesizing teacher input on PD needs Creating an intuitive, simple dashboard of needs so leaders can take immediate and informed action to support teachers Measuring and reporting on the impact of those efforts over time Schools, districts, and charter networks leverage KickUp’s platform and consultative support to synthesize data so that all stakeholders--administrators, coaches, and teachers--can monitor progress, identify meaningful professional learning actions, and demonstrate and share impact. What Great Educators Do Differently This conference hosts professional learning and networking events for educators serving in teaching and leadership roles. The next WGEDD conference is October 14 and 15 in beautiful Kansas City, MO. The conference is a two-day eventsfeaturing world class learning and presenters such as Todd Whitaker, Pernille Ripp, George Couros, Kenneth Williams, Tom Murray, Joe Sanfelippo, Angela Maiers, LaVonna Roth, Garnet Hillman, Shannon McClintock Miller, and Erin Klein to name a few.   Audbile: Try over 180,000 titles on any smart device or computer.  I've downloaded and enjoyed books by Charles Duhigg, Zig Ziglar, Tony Robbins, and Gary Vaynerchuk so far.

 Today is another Mini-Monday episode ... 32 to be exact. I discuss the last two chapters of Creativity, Inc. Show Highlights: Lessons learned from a Disney-Pixar merger What does your office say about you? Get great results (with the same staff) How to run notes day The key question that drove the solutions of Notes Day Resource Creativity, Inc.   Do you need accountability? Text BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444 Daniel wants to work with you and help you accelerate your leadership development and increase your impact.   Follow Me and Get Behind the Scenes Access on SNAPCHAT!!!   BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! SHOW SOME LOVE: PLEASE LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW Grab your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders  Text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above.   Website :: Facebook :: Insta :: Twitter :: LinkedIn    Show Sponsors KickUp: KickUp is a professional learning data analytics company that provides an easy-to-use platform to help school leaders optimize their PD resources and efforts by: Soliciting and synthesizing teacher input on PD needs Creating an intuitive, simple dashboard of needs so leaders can take immediate and informed action to support teachers Measuring and reporting on the impact of those efforts over time Schools, districts, and charter networks leverage KickUp’s platform and consultative support to synthesize data so that all stakeholders--administrators, coaches, and teachers--can monitor progress, identify meaningful professional learning actions, and demonstrate and share impact. What Great Educators Do Differently This conference hosts professional learning and networking events for educators serving in teaching and leadership roles. The next WGEDD conference is October 14 and 15 in beautiful Kansas City, MO. The conference is a two-day eventsfeaturing world class learning and presenters such as Todd Whitaker, Pernille Ripp, George Couros, Kenneth Williams, Tom Murray, Joe Sanfelippo, Angela Maiers, LaVonna Roth, Garnet Hillman, Shannon McClintock Miller, and Erin Klein to name a few.   Audbile: Try over 180,000 titles on any smart device or computer.  I've downloaded and enjoyed books by Charles Duhigg, Zig Ziglar, Tony Robbins, and Gary Vaynerchuk so far.      

The PrincipalPLN is a weekly podcast hosted by Theresa Stager, Jessica Johnson and Spike Cook. We are committed to creating podcasts that are informative, innovative and fun! The concept of the podcast was developed by Theresa Stager, who at the time, was a first-year principal seeking ways to learn from others. Theresa reached out to Jessica Johnson, and they invited Spike Cook to join. The crew began podcasting in September of 2013.  Each week we interview teachers, principals, superintendents, authors and presenters to learn  how to become more effective educators! We are dedicated to being the lead learners in all that we do.   Stay tuned for more details as we organize our schedule! Follow us on Twitter

I was so honored to chat with Todd Whitaker and Rick Wormeli after their keynote at the #nassp16 conference. This was a really fun conversation today. These two guys were so excited about what they were talking about they just kept going. It was awesome. Professional Development. Twitter chats (Comprehensive list of Twitter Chats) Twitter is the best free professional development there is. Exposed to newer research-based information How sad that we use research as an excuse to not do something. The teachers is a ceaseless researcher in their classroom. When there is a great teacher, there is no research, because it has never been done. How to help your great teachers fly. How to help struggling teachers.   Loading… Please take a moment to rate this podcast in iTunes or on Stitcher.  Ready for a Modern Web Site for your school? Simple School Sites is the place to go for high quality Wordpress sites specially designed for schools. Please follow me on Twitter: @jethrojones for the host and @TrnFrmPrincipal for the show. Buy Communication Cards Show notes on TransformativePrincipal.com Download Paperless Principal.   Sponsor: Sanebox Web Site Transformative Principal on Stitcher Refer A Principal Best Tools for Busy Administrators Survey

Presented and produced by Seán Delaney. On this week's programme my guest is Dr. Todd Whitaker. Todd Whitaker is an expert on staff motivation, teacher leadership and principal effectiveness. He has authored more than 30 books including the bestseller What Great Teachers Do Differently. He was a keynote speaker at the 2016 annual conference of the Irish Primary Principals' Network.

Better Leaders Better Schools guest, Marlena Gross-Taylor is an accomplished K-12 administrator, educational consultant and founder of #principalroundtable which has expanded to this more comprehensive forum to further support educational leaders.  A Nashville transplant originally from southern Louisiana, Marlena’s educational experience spans several states allowing her to have served K-12 students in both rural and urban districts. She has been recognized as a middle school master teacher and served as a successful administrator at the elementary, middle and high school levels.  Her professional development expertise has garnered both state and national attention as she is a Summer Leadership Institute Faculty Member of the Association of Middle Level Educators (AMLE).  As a proud Louisiana State University alumni, Marlena is committed to excellence and believes all students can achieve.   In this episode you will learn: "You can do it” belief system Empowering people through “letting the plates fall" True learning occurs when mistakes happen 2 types of leaders (transformative vs sustainer) Teachers need to see who you are The Power of “Yes" Don’t underestimate the importance of relationships   Resources:   AMLE Conference Feb 8-9   Blink by Malcolm Gladwell   10 Minute Inservice by Todd Whitaker   Brain Rules by John Medina   Marlena’s website.   Contact Marlena     DID YOU LIKE THE SHOW?  iTunes SUBSCRIBE HERE! SHOW SOME LOVE: PLEASE LEAVE A 5-STAR RATING AND REVIEW Website :: Facebook :: Twitter :: LinkedIn Grad your FREE 15 Phrases of Effective School Leaders  text PHRASES to 33444 or click the link above.   BECOME A PATRON OF THE SHOW FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH   DO YOU NEED ACCOUNTABILITY? TEXT BETTERMASTERMIND to 33444

This week we talk with Todd Whitaker about what it takes to create a school culture of greatness. Follow: @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @ToddWhitaker @bamradionetwork Todd Whitaker is a professor of educational leadership at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana. He has written over 30 books including the national best seller, What Great Teachers Do Differently. Other titles include: Shifting The Monkey, Dealing With Difficult Teachers, What Great Principals Do Differently, Motivating & Inspiring Teachers, and Dealing With Difficult Parents. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J.

This week we talk with Todd Whitaker about what it takes to create a school culture of greatness. Follow: @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @ToddWhitaker @bamradionetwork Todd Whitaker is a professor of educational leadership at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana. He has written over 30 books including the national best seller, What Great Teachers Do Differently. Other titles include: Shifting The Monkey, Dealing With Difficult Teachers, What Great Principals Do Differently, Motivating & Inspiring Teachers, and Dealing With Difficult Parents. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J.

Join in this freewheeling, impromptu segment where several educators drop in from the NAESP conference in Long Beach, California. Follow: @Joesanfelippofc @TonySinanis @GustafsonBrad @benjamingilpin @ToddWhitaker @mrsfadeji @kathyamelton Brad Gustafson is the principal and lead learner at Greenwood Elementary in Minnesota. He’s passionate about sharing the amazing work of students and staff. Ben Gilpin is currently the principal at Warner Elementary School in Spring Arbor. He has s Master’s in education from Spring Arbor University and has an Educational Leadership Certification through Eastern Michigan University. Special bonus: Todd Whitaker, Principal Amy Fadeji and Kathy Melton.

In Episode 45, I'm joined by Bettendorf High School Principal Jimmy Casas.  Jimmy is co-author of What Connected Educators do Differently, along with Todd Whitaker and Jeff Zoul.  During our conversation, Jimmy offers an excellent perspective on leadership and explains how he truly has built a student-centered learning environment at Bettendorf.   Jimmy on Twitter Jimmy's Website His Suggested Book: The Leadership Challenge

This week we talk with Todd Whitaker about what it takes to create a school culture of greatness. Follow: @bradmcurrie @wkrakower @ToddWhitaker @bamradionetwork Todd Whitaker is a professor of educational leadership at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana. He has written over 30 books including the national best seller, What Great Teachers Do Differently. Other titles include: Shifting The Monkey, Dealing With Difficult Teachers, What Great Principals Do Differently, Motivating & Inspiring Teachers, and Dealing With Difficult Parents. Brad Currie is the co-founder of #satchat, a weekly Twitter discussion for current and emerging school leaders. Brad is a Vice Principal and Supervisor of Instruction for the Chester School District in Chester, N.J.

Joining us on the show is Dr. Todd Whitaker. He's recognized as a leading motivational speaker in the field of education, his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. One of the nations leading authorities on staff motivation, teacher leadership, and principal effectiveness.  Dr. Whitaker has written 16 educational books; including the national best seller 'What Great Teachers Do Differently' .

Todd Whitaker is a leading presenter in the field of education He is a professor of educational leadership at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana, and he has spent his life pursuing his love of education by researching and studying effective teachers and principals. He has written over 30 books including the national bestseller What Great Teachers Do Differently. Please join us in welcoming Todd to the show. In this session you will learn about: Todd's educational background Correlations between coaching and teaching The 10 Minute Inservice Professional development in schools What great teachers do differently Todd's passion for writing and speaking How to impact change in school Teachers vs. Programs