In this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis welcomes Dr. Jane Stavem, Superintendent of Sioux Falls School District, to discuss her career journey and her approach to innovative district leadership. Dr. Stavem, who has led the Sioux Falls School District since 2020, shares insights into her 30+ years in education, touching on her diverse experiences from teaching in Saint Paul, Minnesota to leading districts in Nebraska and Washington.

Dr. Stavem highlights her district’s unique approach to continuous improvement, particularly how the "plan, do, study, act" model has helped the district implement more effective, measurable goals. She emphasizes the importance of aligning school-level and district priorities to enhance outcomes in reading, math, ACT scores, and graduation rates.

Dr. Stavem also talks about how federal ESSER funding empowered her district to provide essential reading and mental health interventions, stressing the need for sustainable funding to address ongoing educational challenges. Additionally, she advocates for public support of educators and school staff, who remain essential to community stability and student success.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into Dr. Stavem's leadership philosophy, her dedication to transparency, and her innovative strategies for navigating the complex landscape of modern education.

Timestamps

00:00 In-depth educational leadership podcast by Davis.

04:55 Embrace opportunities and relocation for personal growth.

09:03 Transparency and engagement in the community are vital.

09:54 Focus on positives, despite unpredictable challenges.

15:52 Cultivating future leaders is a superintendent's joy.

16:32 Principals shield teachers from inappropriate emails.

Connect with Dr. Jane Stavem

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-stavem-a982b175

Website: https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/

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