Jessica Cabeen is my guest on the Lead with HOPE Podcast today. She is the Principal of Alternative Educational Programs and Austin Online Academy in Austin, Minnesota. Before that, she was the principal at Ellis Middle School and the “Happiest Place in Southeastern Minnesota”, the Woodson Kindergarten Center. She has been an assistant middle school principal, a special education assistant director, and a special education teacher. 

Jessica is a NAESP Middle-Level Fellow and a Future Ready Principal. Jessica is the author of Hacking Early Learning, Balance Like A Pirate, Unconventional Leadership, Lead with Grace: Leaning into the Soft Skills of Leadership, and Principal in Balance.

But by far her favorite space is the one that involves being with her husband Rob, two sons Kenny and Isaiah, and of course the family dog-Herman. Jessica can be found on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @JessicaCabeen and on her website: jessicacabeen.com

Today, I’m excited to talk to Dr. Amy Dixon! Currently, Dr. Dixon proudly serves as Harrisburg Unit #3 Superintendent. Prior to becoming an administrator, she served in various districts as a school social worker. This episode is full of real talk about hope and all things education! Our conversation was so much fun. You will not want to miss this episode!

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On today's show, I am honored to welcome Dr. Bryan Pearlman! Dr. Pearlman is a veteran educator/school administrator, a mental health therapist, PD leader, keynote speaker, and adjunct professor. His expertise is helping all children to succeed, challenging behaviors, trauma, school improvement, mental health, and self-care. Our discussion covers a wide range of SEL and mental health topics! This is an amazing episode with an even better educator and therapist. Check it out and don't forget to subscribe to the Podcast so you don't miss a future episode!!

Dr. Gabrielle (Gabe) Rodriguez is in her 8th year as Superintendent of Schools. She has served in educational leadership for over 20 years as a consultant, mentor, coach, elementary teacher, director, central office administrator, and Superintendent. Dr. Gabe shares her vulnerable story of overcoming trauma and abuse and is now living her best life! You are not going to want to miss this episode!!

Today, I want to welcome Cathleen Beachboard to the pod. Cathleen is an award-winning educator, best-selling author, and leading expert in fostering psychological hope. As a highly sought-after speaker on well-being and retention, she equips parents, educators, and leaders with practical strategies to cultivate hope, ensuring every individual can thrive. 

Connect with Cathleen @ https://theschoolofhope.org/

Denis Mathew is a speech language pathologist, author, musician, and all around amazing human being. In today's episode, we talk about the power of relationships. It is service to others that leads to ownership, accountability, and a healthy climate and culture in schools.

Dennis Mathew is an elementary school speech-language pathologist located in Oklahoma City. He is currently in his 16th year in public education. In 2019, he began publishing his own children's books and music focused on social-emotional wholeness, a growth mindset, and character development. He has been able to work with 100s of schools nationwide. Between his three titles, to date, he has distributed over 80,000 books to more than 350 schools nationally and has presented his content to tens of thousands of students globally, both in person and virtually.  

This is a must listen episode!

My conversation with Charle Peck was AMAZING! She is doing powerful work empowering educators to lead with hope! This episode is a MUST listen!!