Let Them See You

Welcome to Let Them See You, the podcast that honors educators—the everyday heroes shaping futures with courage and heart. I’m your host, Sarah Hightower. This is your space to recharge, find joy, and embrace your power.

STAAR may be over, but the school year is not. In this episode, we talk about how to come down the mountain without losing the rhythm of rigor, structure, and fun while still keeping the crowd engaged. Because the test may have been the big performance, but the concert is still going, and strong teachers know how to hold the room, keep the energy moving, and finish with excellence. Keep on, with the force don’t stop. Don’t stop ’til you get enough. Channel those Michael Jackson vibes!

Disclaimer: Let Them See You and content posted by Sarah Hightower is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. Users should obtain medical and mental health advice from a licensed professional. All views expressed are solely those of Sarah Hightower and the guests, and do not represent the views of their place of employment, organizational connections, friends, or family.

Welcome to Let Them See You, the podcast that honors educators—the everyday heroes shaping futures with courage and heart. I’m your host, Sarah Hightower. This is your space to recharge, find joy, and embrace your power.

STAAR isn’t the end of the game. It’s a Boss Level! In this episode, we reframe testing season through the lens of Super Mario Bros., where students aren’t learning something new. They’re applying everything they’ve practiced in earlier levels. Just like strong players use the right combinations to beat each level, students are using strategies like rereading, eliminating answers, and thinking critically to push through challenges. It’s not about the score. It’s about watching them confidently play the game and realizing they have what it takes to win. 🎮

Disclaimer: Let Them See You and content posted by Sarah Hightower is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. Users should obtain medical and mental health advice from a licensed professional. All views expressed are solely those of Sarah Hightower and the guests, and do not represent the views of their place of employment, organizational connections, friends, or family.

Welcome to Let Them See You, the podcast that honors educators—the everyday heroes shaping futures with courage and heart. I’m your host, Sarah Hightower. This is your space to recharge, find joy, and embrace your power.

In this episode, we explore how great coaches like Van Chancellor, Rudy Tomjanovich, Phil Jackson, and Pat Riley pushed already successful teams to keep winning. Using championship teams as inspiration, we break down how leaders maintain high standards, build internal motivation, and keep people growing even after success. This conversation is all about staying hungry, focused, and committed to continuous improvement.

Disclaimer: Let Them See You and content posted by Sarah Hightower is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. Users should obtain medical and mental health advice from a licensed professional. All views expressed are solely those of Sarah Hightower and the guests, and do not represent the views of their place of employment, organizational connections, friends, or family.

Welcome to Let Them See You, the podcast that honors educators—the everyday heroes shaping futures with courage and heart. I’m your host, Sarah Hightower. This is your space to recharge, find joy, and embrace your power.

In this episode, we talk about what STAAR prep should really look like in the weeks leading up to the test. Yes, the pressure is real, but real preparation is not about panic, teaching to the test, or tying our worth to one score. We unpack why that mindset is harmful and how strong STAAR prep actually happens all year through gathering, analyzing, interpreting, and acting on student learning. This conversation is about leading with clarity, communicating the goal, giving students the tools they need, and keeping a little joy in the process so the final stretch feels intentional instead of overwhelming!

Disclaimer: Let Them See You and content posted by Sarah Hightower is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. Users should obtain medical and mental health advice from a licensed professional. All views expressed are solely those of Sarah Hightower and the guests, and do not represent the views of their place of employment, organizational connections, friends, or family.

Welcome to Let Them See You, the podcast that honors educators—the everyday heroes shaping futures with courage and heart. I’m your host, Sarah Hightower. This is your space to recharge, find joy, and embrace your power.

In this episode, we tackle a question many educators (including me!) have asked ourselves, sometimes more than once in a single school year: Is it time to go? We unpack the difference between burnout and misalignment and explore what shifts we can make before making the life-changing decision to leave education. This conversation is about clarity, not impulse, so you can decide your next move from a place of reflection instead of exhaustion.

Disclaimer: Let Them See You and content posted by Sarah Hightower is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. Users should obtain medical and mental health advice from a licensed professional. All views expressed are solely those of Sarah Hightower and the guests, and do not represent the views of their place of employment, organizational connections, friends, or family.

Welcome to Let Them See You, the podcast that honors educators—the everyday heroes shaping futures with courage and heart. I’m your host, Sarah Hightower. This is your space to recharge, find joy, and embrace your power.

In this episode, we discuss a powerful Black History fact. We then dive into the importance of building trust with students and adults.

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🌐 Websites-

American Heart Association-https://www.heart.org/en/news/2022/02/16/the-legacy-of-dr-daniel-hale-williams-a-heart-surgery-pioneer

National Library of Medicine-https://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibition/opening-doors/OB21981-sm.html?imgid=2

PBS-https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/partners-african-american-medical-pioneers/

National Medical Association-https://nmanet.org/nma-history/

Disclaimer: Let Them See You and content posted by Sarah Hightower is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. Users should obtain medical and mental health advice from a licensed professional. All views expressed are solely those of Sarah Hightower and the guests, and do not represent the views of their place of employment, organizational connections, friends, or family.

Welcome to Let Them See You, the podcast that honors educators—the everyday heroes shaping futures with courage and heart. I’m your host, Sarah Hightower. This is your space to recharge, find joy, and embrace your power.

In this episode, I’m celebrating my birthday and reflecting on the small wins that bring us joy, both at work and at home.

We’ll talk about why those everyday victories matter more than we sometimes realize and how pausing to notice them can shift our mindset, renew our energy, and strengthen our leadership. Sometimes the biggest growth doesn’t come from major milestones but from appreciating the moments that quietly move us forward.

Disclaimer: Let Them See You and content posted by Sarah Hightower is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. Users should obtain medical and mental health advice from a licensed professional. All views expressed are solely those of Sarah Hightower and the guests, and do not represent the views of their place of employment, organizational connections, friends, or family.

Welcome to Let Them See You, the podcast that honors educators—the everyday heroes shaping futures with courage and heart. I’m your host, Sarah Hightower. This is your space to recharge, find joy, and embrace your power.

In this episode, Phonisha Hawkins drops more nuggets of wisdom about how we use data. We discuss how everyone in the building lends a hand to support in student growth and achievement. If you don't have the answer, find someone who does!

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📚 Book⁠⁠⁠s-

Strong Ground by Brene Brownhttps://www.amazon.com/Strong-Ground-Lessons-Leadership-Tenacity/dp/B0DVD75SZ1/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.z-THlskK9NmUQngg73QALpBwzpIOjoDGO_m8GzT2FxT0HiineQUEdaytQWT_cdIVtOpa_Pd187bq85JqnJajXF8x39PbbdbU1SzGH32HiRCncjRPveXK0FDQfP8XpWWaST1IjAg2RhZs7I7yyTuQVbqTwsY2qaM9HUFiWCCM55Hl2M0Yosz3OWbGSJoXBxbrAEIbyN9A2k44V5K_SrG7V4pPTtzw-8QAMtuiN6p5k6M.LddmQBc8XY0E990NXhYH3U_2IQt4lOOCwdW8jHMvwng&dib_tag=se&hvadid=776836190348&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9027820&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=8429163623492624319--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=8429163623492624319&hvtargid=kwd-2492903573647&hydadcr=22537_13821287&keywords=strong+ground+book&mcid=85457768883a398ba5541e5f7725fd2d&qid=1765002089&sr=8-1

Disclaimer: Let Them See You and content posted by Sarah Hightower is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. Users should obtain medical and mental health advice from a licensed professional. All views expressed are solely those of Sarah Hightower and the guests, and do not represent the views of their place of employment, organizational connections, friends, or family.

Welcome to Let Them See You, the podcast that honors educators—the everyday heroes shaping futures with courage and heart. I’m your host, Sarah Hightower. This is your space to recharge, find joy, and embrace your power.

In this episode, we discuss how cold it is outside, literally and figuratively. We use Brene Brown's book, Strong Ground, to help us lead with mental toughness and emotional tenderness.

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📚 Book⁠⁠⁠s-

Strong Ground by Brene Brownhttps://www.amazon.com/Strong-Ground-Lessons-Leadership-Tenacity/dp/B0DVD75SZ1/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.z-THlskK9NmUQngg73QALpBwzpIOjoDGO_m8GzT2FxT0HiineQUEdaytQWT_cdIVtOpa_Pd187bq85JqnJajXF8x39PbbdbU1SzGH32HiRCncjRPveXK0FDQfP8XpWWaST1IjAg2RhZs7I7yyTuQVbqTwsY2qaM9HUFiWCCM55Hl2M0Yosz3OWbGSJoXBxbrAEIbyN9A2k44V5K_SrG7V4pPTtzw-8QAMtuiN6p5k6M.LddmQBc8XY0E990NXhYH3U_2IQt4lOOCwdW8jHMvwng&dib_tag=se&hvadid=776836190348&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9027820&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=8429163623492624319--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=8429163623492624319&hvtargid=kwd-2492903573647&hydadcr=22537_13821287&keywords=strong+ground+book&mcid=85457768883a398ba5541e5f7725fd2d&qid=1765002089&sr=8-1

Disclaimer: Let Them See You and content posted by Sarah Hightower is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. Users should obtain medical and mental health advice from a licensed professional. All views expressed are solely those of Sarah Hightower and the guests, and do not represent the views of their place of employment, organizational connections, friends, or family.

Welcome to Let Them See You, the podcast that honors educators—the everyday heroes shaping futures with courage and heart. I’m your host, Sarah Hightower. This is your space to recharge, find joy, and embrace your power.

In this extended episode, we discuss the power of feedback in all facets of life. Relationships and mutual goals are the foundation of powerful feedback that grow us all.

Disclaimer: Let Them See You and content posted by Sarah Hightower is presented solely for educational and entertainment purposes. Users should obtain medical and mental health advice from a licensed professional. All views expressed are solely those of Sarah Hightower and the guests, and do not represent the views of their place of employment, organizational connections, friends, or family.