Don't listen to this episode before bed because Josh Tovar will have you fired up and you'll never fall asleep! Instead, queue this episode up for a trip to the gym, some serious housecleaning, or wherever you need a boost in energy! With his signature passion and joy, Josh explains how he honors his past and empowers our future. 

Transcript available here.

About Our Guest:

Josh Tovar is Principal at Memorial Pathway Academy in Garland ISD Texas. He is also the proud son of Jesus & Virginia Tovar who immigrated from Cd. Juarez, Mexico in the late 1970's. He is his parents' American Dream. Josh shares, "I am a former high school at risk student who faced and created adversity for myself yet my life changed when I decided to join the USMC."  He has been an educator for 30+ years at all levels from elementary to teaching at the university level.  He is also honored to share space with Dean Packard and Chris Starczewski on Unlock the Middle. 

Twitter: @MPA_GOJAGUARS

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, was just released. 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! 

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