Joshua Stamper provides an opportunity to learn from some of the most experienced and accomplished educational leaders. As we grow in our leadership skills, it’s imperative to learn from other leader’s successes, trials and misconceptions. Join us each week as my guests provide valuable stories, resources, and advice to enhance your leadership journey.
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The Language of Behavior Podcast with Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper explores the deeper meaning behind student behaviors and provides actionable strategies for educators and leaders to respond with empathy and effectiveness. Each episode dives into innovative ways to create secure and supportive learning environments. Join us as we decode behaviors and build healthier school communities, one conversation at a time.
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School Behavior Solutions Summit Recap with Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper
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Join us for a recap of the School Behavior Solutions Summit! In this episode, Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper discuss the incredible speakers, valuable resources, and free recap videos available on YouTube. Plus, they dive into their upcoming webinar, "The Language of Behavior: Tools to Decode and Defuse Conflict." This live, interactive session wil…
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Rethinking Discipline by Building Trust and Connection in the Classroom
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Welcome to the debut episode of The Language of Behavior! In this episode, hosts Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper introduce themselves and share the mission behind the podcast: transforming how educators approach student behavior. We dive into the question, "Is the traditional way of student discipline working?" Spoiler alert—it’s time for a new appr…
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311. Next Level Listening: Featuring Bradley James Davies
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Have you ever had a conversation and you start to think about what you are about to say instead of listening to the other person? In this week’s episode, Bradley James Davies, author of Next Level Listening: How to Listen Like Your Life Depends on It. Because it Does, shares key insights on listening as a transformative tool—not just for leaders, b…
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Rethinking Goal Setting with Mitch Weathers
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In this special #AspireLead bonus episode, Mitch Weathers, author and creator of Organized Binder, discusses how to rethink traditional goal setting. Together, Josh & Mitch dive into why the old methods of setting goals often fall short and explore practical strategies to make goal setting more effective. Mitch shares real-world examples of how to …
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310. Living with Purpose, Empathy, and Kindness: Featuring Gail Boe
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In this heartfelt episode of Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper sits down with children's book author Gail Boe for an inspiring conversation about living with authenticity, kindness, and purpose. Gail delves into the importance of not just talking about kindness, but truly walking the walk. She emphasizes the significance of being who you are meant to …
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309. Making an Impact Outside of the Classroom: Featuring Starr Sackstein
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Tired of the traditional classroom setting but still passionate about education? Join us as we chat with bestselling author Starr Sackstein about her new book, "Making an Impact Outside of the Classroom." Discover a world of alternative career paths that leverage your teaching skills, hard work, creativity, and experience. From school administratio…
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308. Finding Fulfillment in Leadership: Featuring Walter McKenzie
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In this engaging episode of Aspire to Lead, we sit down with Walter McKenzie, author, ASCD leader, and co-creator of The Worthy Educator, to explore the complexities of leadership in education. Walter shares his thoughts on the temptation to say "yes" to roles because of titles, money, or pride, and the importance of staying where you are if you’re…
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307. Bringing Leaders and Families Together: Featuring Ari Gerzon-Kessler
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In this impactful episode, award-winning author and family partnerships expert, Ari Gerzon-Kessler, explores the crucial topic of building authentic connections between educators and underrepresented families. Ari shares his expertise on the current reality of family engagement in schools and how it often falls short of creating genuine, lasting pa…
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Working Memory and Beginning Routines with Mitch Weathers
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In this Bonus episode of Aspire to Lead, we dive into an insightful conversation with Mitch Weathers, author of Executive Functions for Every Classroom. Together, we explore the critical role of working memory in student success and how establishing effective beginning routines can set the tone for learning. Mitch shares practical strategies from h…
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306. The Leader Inside: Featuring Lauren Kaufman
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In this episode of Aspire to Lead, we sit down with Lauren Kaufman, author of "The Leader Inside," to explore the untapped greatness that lies within each of us. Lauren shares her journey and insights on why mentorship plays a crucial role in personal and professional growth, and how mentors—whether we realize it or not—are often closer than we thi…
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305. Blueprint of Leading Through Change: Featuring Todd Bloomer
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In this engaging episode, we sit down with Todd Bloomer to explore critical topics in educational leadership. Todd shares his experiences and strategies for effectively leading a large campus in the wake of COVID, addressing key issues like teacher retention and the importance of modeling leadership behavior. We dive into the concept of soliciting …
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304. Building Resilience in Education: Featuring Alison Smith
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In this thought-provoking episode, Alison Smith discusses the pressing challenges facing both educators and educational leaders, including burnout, compassion fatigue, emotional dissonance, and a lowered sense of mattering. Alison delves into how cultivating resilience can not only help individuals overcome these challenges but also build collectiv…
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303. Learning-Focused Supervision: A Conversation with Laura Lipton
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In this insightful episode of Aspire to Lead, we're joined by Laura Lipton, co-author of Learning-Focused Supervision, to explore the transformative role of leaders in education. Laura dives into the concept of leaders as growth agents, group developers, and culture changers, shedding light on how they can drive meaningful change within their schoo…
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302. Personalize: Meeting the Needs of All Learners with Eric Sheninger and Nicki Slaugh
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In this episode, we dive deep into the newly released book "Personalize: Meeting the Needs of All Learners" by Eric Sheninger and Nicki Slaugh. Join us as we explore how personalized learning is set to revolutionize education. Through real-world examples, cutting-edge research, and practical advice, Eric and Nicki share how educators can implement …
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301. Building Inclusive Schools and Addressing Mental Health: Featuring Trisha Backman
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Join us for a compelling conversation with Trisha Backman as she explores some of the most urgent challenges in today’s education system. Trisha shares her insights on the critical role of mental health in schools and how cultivating a culture of learning can empower both students and educators. We dive into her efforts to connect state agencies an…
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300. Celebrating 300 Episodes and the New Era of Education with Rick Wormeli
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Join us in this special 300th episode of Aspire to Lead as award-winning author, Rick Wormeli, shares about the evolving educational landscape as the post-pandemic practices have shifted. Rick shares his insights on the major challenges schools are currently facing and how he is actively supporting educators and administrators in overcoming these h…
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Exciting Announcements with Charlie Peck and Joshua Stamper
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In this special episode, Charlie Peck and Joshua Stamper share thrilling updates about their upcoming book, "The Language of Behavior," which is set to transform how educators approach student behavior in the classroom. But that's not all—get ready for some exciting announcements about several new projects on the horizon that promise to elevate the…
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Leading Without Burning Out: Insights with Darrin Peppard & Joshua Stamper
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In this enlightening episode of Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper collaborates with leadership expert Darrin Peppard to explore essential strategies for avoiding burnout and overcoming superhero syndrome in the field of education. Together, they delve into the importance of creating systems of collaboration that foster a supportive and efficient work …
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299. Simplifying the Journey of Leadership: Featuring Bob Sonju
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In this compelling episode of Aspire to Lead, we delve into the creative process and inspiration behind the influential book "Simplifying the Journey." Discover the story behind why Bob felt it was essential to share his insights on educational leadership and we break down the six pivotal action steps outlined in the book, offering clear guidance f…
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298. The 5 Values of Learning Through Play: Featuring Vanessa Castañeda Gill
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Join us in this educational and inspiring episode of Aspire to Lead as Vanessa Castañeda Gill, co-founder of Social Cipher and a champion for neurodivergent students, dives into the transformative power of play and fandom culture. Episode Highlights: Importance of Play and Fandom Culture: Discover why play and fandom culture are crucial for neurodi…
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BONUS: Who Smarted? – How Did Football Become Known as Soccer?
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Welcome to a special bonus episode of Who Smarted?, the world’s most popular kids' educational podcast! With over 15 million downloads in just three years, Who Smarted? delivers fun, educational content three times a week, making learning an adventure for kids everywhere. In this episode, we tackle a fascinating question: "How Did Football Become K…
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297. Who Smarted?: Featuring Jerry Kolber
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In this enlightening episode of Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper sits down with the Emmy-nominated co-creator and Showrunner of National Geographic’s #1 series, Brain Games, Jerry Kolber. Known for his creative genius behind educational shows like Netflix's Brainchild with Pharrell Williams, Jerry shares his remarkable journey and insights into the w…
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296. Focusing on the Leadership Foundations: Featuring Sarah Johnson
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Join us for an enlightening conversation with leadership expert Sarah Johnson as we explore the essential introduction topics needed to embark on your leadership journey. In this episode, Sarah shares her wisdom on how to gain support in a non-biased way as a current leader, ensuring you have the backing needed to drive positive change. We also del…
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295. Assessment through the Lens of Story: Featuring Natalie Vardabasso
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In this brilliant conversation on assessment and standards based grading, we explore the vital connection between student wellness and assessment with special guest Natalie Vardabasso. We delve into planting a seed of change regarding shifting perspectives on assessment, exploring practical starting points for standards-based grading, and examining…
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Rallying Around 3 Keys of Executive Functioning with Mitch Weathers
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Join us for another insightful conversation with our monthly guest, Mitch Weathers, the founder of Organized Binder. In this episode, we dive deep into the critical aspects of executive functioning and explore the 3 keys that are essential for student success. Mitch shares his expertise on the importance of Tier 1 interventions and teacher efficacy…
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294. Capturing Feedback as the Principal: Featuring Richard Larson
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This week, I am thrilled to welcome my old college roommate turned principal, Richard Larson. Together, we delve into the crucial process of incorporating all voices in decision-making within a school setting. Richard shares his expertise on creating a staff leadership team that ensures comprehensive input, using real-life examples like grading pol…
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293. Embracing MESSY Leadership: Featuring Alyssa Gallagher
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In this episode, special guest Alyssa Gallagher, co-author of Embracing MESSY Leadership, shares the intricacies of effective school leadership. Alyssa shares insights from coaching over 20,000 school leaders, discussing common challenges and the strategies that help navigate them. We explore practical approaches for leaders to become more adaptive…
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292. Championing Neurodiversity and Executive Functioning: Featuring Christine Zuppa
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In this enlightening episode of Aspire to Lead, we're joined by Christine Zuppa, host of the Making the Grade Podcast, to discuss pivotal topics in education today. Christine shares her insights on enhancing executive functioning skills for both teachers and students, emphasizing the importance of these skills in fostering academic success and pers…
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Aspire Mailbag: Accountability Strategies and Addressing Rejection
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Welcome to this special Aspire Mailbag episode where Joshua Stamper and Jeff Gargas dive into your most pressing leadership questions! Join us as we address insightful queries from our Aspire to Lead listeners: What is the most important quality of an effective leader? - Andrea Bitner Can you talk about some key strategies for accountability with p…
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291. Fearless Teaching and Embracing New Experiences: Featuring CJ Reynolds
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In this annual Aspire to Lead conversation, we sit down with the amazing CJ Reynolds, an accomplished author, YouTuber, and speaker, to discuss a range of critical topics for educators and leaders. CJ shares his wisdom on pushing past fear to try new things, emphasizing the importance of taking risks and embracing innovation in the classroom and be…
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Bonus Episode: The Failure Files with Tisha Richmond
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In this insightful episode of "The Failure Files," we sit down with Tisha Richmond to delve into the complexities of implementing large-scale initiatives on a school campus. Tisha shares her firsthand experiences and valuable lessons learned from navigating the barriers and challenges that often arise during major implementation plans. From resista…
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290. What Makes A Great Principal?: Featuring Allyson Apsey
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In this insightful episode, we sit down with Allyson Apsey to discuss her new book, "What Makes A Great Principal?" Dive into the key elements and pillars that define outstanding school leadership! Topics Covered: New Book: What Makes A Great Principal? 3 Key Elements: A clear emphasis on what truly matters Strategies from teachers and students Wha…
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289. Innovative Approaches to Physical Education: Featuring Dr. Aaron Beighle
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In this Aspire to Lead episode, we dive into the world of physical education with Dr. Aaron Beighle, author of "Dynamic Physical Education for Elementary School Children (20e)." Discover the latest insights on school-based physical activity programs and how to prepare future physical educators for their upcoming roles. We explore the importance of …
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288. Weathering the Storms of Administrative Leadership: Featuring Dr. Donya Ball
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Join this captivating conversation with Dr. Donya Ball as we delve into the passion behind effective leadership and navigating the challenges of educational administration. Discover invaluable insights on overcoming adversity and maintaining resilience in the face of storms. Explore strategies for retaining leaders and fostering positive cultures w…
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Teaching and Evaluating Executive Functioning Skills with Mitch Weathers
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Dive into a dynamic conversation with Mitch Weathers as we explore practical techniques for teaching executive functioning skills to students. Discover how to cultivate safe learning environments and understand the crucial role of structure and routine in education. Gain insights into assessing students' mastery of executive functioning skills and …
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287. Empathy, Love, and Origin-Building Leadership: Featuring Matthew J. Bowerman
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Explore trauma-responsive strategies for fostering empathy and love in schools with Matthew Bowerman. Discover the significance of origin-building and how individuals can find their purpose through personal assessment. Gain insights into providing social-emotional support to students and staff, and learn how to create trauma-sensitive spaces. Plus,…
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Steps to Promotion in School Administration with Brad Hughes
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In this episode of the Aspire to Lead podcast, we sit down with Brad Hughes to discuss the essential steps needed to secure a promotion in school administration at both the school and district levels. Brad shares valuable insights, tips, and tricks to help you gain the necessary experience, ace your interviews, and cultivate the right mindset to ac…
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286. Artificial Intelligence and Reshaping our Assessment Process: Featuring Alana Winnick
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Discover valuable insights in our conversation with Alana Winnick as we delve into the implications of artificial intelligence on education. Learn how AI is reshaping assessment and learning, and delve into its implications for detecting cheating. We also discuss AI policies in schools and how it impacts the game of education, prioritizing process …
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Behavior Prevention Strategies: The Follow Up Q and A with Charle Peck
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Join us for an insightful follow-up Q&A session on behavior prevention strategies with Joshua Stamper and Charle Peck. Building upon our recent webinar, we dive deeper into practical approaches for fostering positive behavior in educational settings. From proactive interventions to cultivating a supportive learning environment, this episode address…
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285. Cultivating a Culture of Care: Featuring Matthew Ebert
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Join us for an insightful conversation with Matthew Ebert as we delve into the importance of cultivating a "Culture of Care" for adults in our educational settings. Learn how to operationalize this essential doctrine and why leaders should prioritize creating space for adults, both personally and professionally. Don't miss out on Matthew's upcoming…
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284. Nurturing School Etiquette for Success: Featuring Dr. Matthew Woods
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Explore the transformative power of compassionate leadership with Dr. Matthew Woods in this engaging Aspire to Lead episode. Dr. Woods shares insights from his new role as Assistant Superintendent of Student Services and delves into the importance of defining common school etiquette and misbehavior verbiage. Don't miss out on the opportunity to lea…
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283. Small Steps to Big Joy: Featuring Kim Strobel
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Embark on an enlightening journey with us as we delve into the science of happiness with Kim Strobel. Uncover the profound connection between happiness and success, and explore practical strategies for enhancing teacher wellbeing. From adopting happiness habits to implementing effective techniques for fostering joy in the classroom, this conversati…
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Special Announcement with Charle Peck!
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Welcome to our latest episode featuring Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper as they unveil their exciting new book, "The Language of Behavior''. Join us as we explore the nuances of interpreting behavior, assessing underlying issues, and devising creative solutions to foster positive behaviors in students. Scheduled for release in fall 2024, just in tim…
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282. The Transformative Power of Universal Design for Learning: Featuring Katie Novak
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Join us for an enlightening conversation on the Aspire to Lead podcast with special guest Katie Novak as we delve into the transformative power of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Discover why UDL is essential in education and how educators can seamlessly integrate its principles into their teaching practices to benefit students of all learning…
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Bonus Episode: Enhancing Your Leadership Capacity with Steve Milliken
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In this special bonus episode of Aspire to Lead, Steve Milliken discusses the upcoming Midwest Education Leadership Conference (MELC) in Breckenridge, Colorado. Steve provides an insider's perspective on the conference, highlighting key presentations and themes that will be covered during this impactful event. From national special education inform…
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281. A Coach and A Miracle: Featuring Coach Jim Johnson
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In this captivating episode, Coach Jim Johnson joins us to delve into the art of creating safe and predictable learning environments. Drawing from his wealth of experience in coaching and leadership, Coach Johnson shares invaluable insights into fostering environments where students feel secure, supported, and empowered to thrive. Throughout the di…
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Creating Safe and Predictable Learning Environments with Mitch Weathers
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Join us for an engaging conversation with Mitch Weathers as we delve into the crucial topic of creating safe and predictable learning environments. Mitch, an expert in the field and a "Best Selling" book, shares insights and practical strategies for educators to establish environments that foster trust, security, and optimal learning conditions for…
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280. Leveraging Authentic Learning and Business Partnerships: Featuring Laura Williams
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Engage in a compelling conversation with Laura Williams as we delve into the core principles of authentic learning through Project-Based Learning (PBL). Discover how Laura leverages partnerships with local businesses to enhance programing, creating valuable work-based experiences for students. We'll also explore the importance of recognizing our sh…
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279. Crafting Collective Commitments for Campus Excellence: Featuring Jason Williamson
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Join us for an engaging conversation with Jason Williamson as we explore the power of collective commitments in driving school culture. Jason discusses the importance of putting students first and prioritizing their learning experience. We delve into the significance of supporting each other as educators and committing to personal and professional …
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The Language of Behavior with Brad Hughes
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Join special guest, Brad Hughes, as we discuss trauma responsive care and the upcoming Teach Better event, the 12Hour Live! Brad and Joshua break down misconceptions restorative practices, how trauma impacts the body, and strategies to implement in schools to help build relationship and teach students the correct behavior. About Brad Hughes: Brad H…
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