In every field and endeavor, the ability to lead is indispensable for success, making it a vital skill for students to cultivate. Fostering leadership among students requires demonstrating it across every strand of your organization. One effective method to achieve this is through programs like Leader In Me, which we'll delve into in this episode.

Today, our host, Dustin Odham, is joined by Superintendent Rob Clayton of Warren County Public Schools, where they recently celebrated the remarkable achievement of becoming the first Leader in Me district to have three Legacy Schools and 13 Lighthouse Schools. Earning Legacy School recognition is the highest honor for Leader in Me schools. Rob recounts the early stages of his journey as a superintendent and highlights how his district has embraced and become an exemplar of teaching leadership principles, creating a leadership culture, and aligning academic systems. He underscores the importance of leadership, transparent communication, and empowering student voices in guiding the Warren County School District. Tune in to gain insights from this experienced leader.

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Host: Dustin Odham, Managing Director at FranklinCovey Education

Guests: Rob Clayton, Warren County Superintendent

Time stamps:

(00:00 - 03:03) Introduction

(03:04 - 03:45) Providing the Best Outcomes for Students

(03:46 - 07:30) From the Beginning

(07:31 - 10:33) The Mark of Effective Leadership

(10:34 - 14:59) Student-Centered Learning Environments

(15:00 - 17:28) Fostering Student Voice

(17:29 - 22:37) Mitigating Challenges

(22:38 - 25:13) Multiple Messengers

(25:14 - 26:33) Focal Point of Leadership

(26:34 - 32:43) Finding the Right Landing Spot

(32:44 - 36:10) The Power of Listening

(36:11 - 38:09) Who Needs to Be At the Table?

(38:10 - 42:19) Lead to Want Not to Mandate

(42:20 - 48:47) Rapid Fire Questions!

(48:48 - 51:10) Closing