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!!

Alex T. Valencic is a fellow Teach Better Colleague! Tune in to hear our conversation about shared vision, systems, and the power of mentoring and professional learning! Alex will inspire you to invest in yourself through professional learning as you lead with hope!

Alex T. Valencic is an educator, former small business owner, Boy Scout, volunteer drug prevention specialist, unrepentant bibliophile, and geek of all things. He worked as a substitute teacher for three years in Champaign, Mahomet, and Urbana, Illinois, before achieving his lifelong dream in 2012 of teaching fourth grade. In 2018 he accepted the position of Curriculum Coordinator for 21st Century Teaching and Learning in Freeport, Illinois, where he not only supported innovative educational practices in the classroom but also oversaw the social studies, career and technical education, physical education, health, art, and music programs in the district. Since July 2021, he has been serving as Freeport's Professional Learning Coordinator, organising summer learning institutes, new teacher academies, district institute days, and supporting ongoing professional learning for all staff through differentiated learning pathways. He has also served as FSD’s Elementary Summer Learning Administrator since 2021.

Today, on the Lead with HOPE Podcast, it is my honor to introduce Katie Kinder. She is fun, engaging, and this episode is a must listen! I hope you enjoy it!

Katie Kinder, author of Untold Teaching Truths and Hallway Leadership, is a professional learning facilitator, and she has been an educator since 2006. She brings her message of hope, fun, and real strategies to educators all over the nation.  She believes that life is fun, and learning should most definitely be fun. A teacher of the year, Speaker, Author, Professional Development Leader, a Mom, a Wife, a Fierce Advocate for Education, and grant award winner, Katie has learned a trick or two in the classroom, so come on in, and have some fun, and hook your students from day one!

Katie's Ted Talk: https://youtu.be/_HjfL88dD6c?si=QlB-5ocraX9YkFAG

Jill Siler is the guest on the Lead with HOPE Podcast this morning! We talk about being a female in the superintendency and leading with faith, hope, and love. Jill is an inspirational leader who is truly leading with hope!

Dr. Jill Siler is a leader, author, and speaker. She has been serving as an educator for 25 years, beginning her career as a high school social studies teacher and coach before she became a campus and district leader. Jill has a passion for impacting others and has been a frequent speaker to teachers and leaders alike. 

Connect with Jill!

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