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By Frederick Buskey
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Show Title: O Captain, My Captain with Michael Miller
Power Quote: “Let there be joy!”
Description:
Today’s show is like a voyage. We’ll begin in one port, set a course, examine the voyage, and anchor at our destination. This episode is expansive and there are lots of wonderful insights into leadership. We use the metaphor of being a ship captain, so without further introductions, let’s set sail!
Guest Bio:
Mike (or Michael) Miller has been an educator since 1996 and has held positions in schools from classroom assistant to PE teacher, and from bus driver to principal. He taught second grade and fifth grade students in the classroom as well as elementary PE. He's been an assistant principal in an elementary and intermediate school, and principal in a PK-8th grade school. He's a graduate of UNC and Western Carolina University and is a Tarheel through and through. He is married to his wonderful wife, Kathy and between them they have four children and seven grandchildren. He is now working as an assistant superintendent and cannot wait to support schools from this level.
Warmup questions:
· We always like to start with a celebration. What are you celebrating today?
· Is there a story that will help listeners understand why you are doing what you do?
Questions/Topics/Prompts
· In a previous conversation, you used the analogy of the harbor captain. I’ve structured our discussion around the idea of the principal as a boat captain, but before we dig in, can you explain the analogy and why it resonates with you?
· One paradigm we can use for thinking about leading a school is as a sea voyage.
o Leaving port and taking stock of your ship – checking what’s “ship-shape” and where the problems might be.
o Sailing into stormy weather (or perhaps transitioning form first mate to captain in the midst of a storm). What does leadership need to focus on in rough times, and how do you do that?
o After the storm, transitioning to high speed and making progress.
o The next transition – knowing when it is time to head to port and turn the ship over to a new captain.
Closing questions:
· What part of your own leadership are you still trying to get better at?
· If listeners could take just one thing away from today’s podcast, what would it be?
· Before we go, is there anything else that you’d like to share with our listeners?
· Where can people learn more about you and your work…
Sponsorship:
I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast…
Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12.
IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions.
And IXL doesn’t stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more.
It’s no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit http://ixl.com/assistant to get started.
Close
· Leadership is a journey and thank you for choosing to walk some of this magical path with me.
· You can find links to all sorts of stuff in the show notes, including my website https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
· I love hearing from you so consider email me at [email protected] or connecting with me on LinkedIn.
· My new book, A School Leader’s Guide to Reclaiming Purpose, is now available on Amazon. You can find links to it, as well as free book study materials on my website at https://www.frederickbuskey.com/reclaiming-purpose.html
· Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.
· Have a great rest of the week, be present for others and, more importantly, take time to reflect and recover so you can continue to live and lead better.
· Cheers!
Guest links:
Mike Miller’s email: [email protected]
Frederick’s Links:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsulting
Daily Email subscribe: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/fdf37cbf3a
The Strategic Leader’s Guide to Reclaiming Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWRS2F6N?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520
Show Title: The Principal’s GREAT Assistant Principal with John Hinds
Power Quote: “There’s a system for that”
Description:
You’ll hear the word “systems” quite a bit in today’s show. Today’s guest will paraphrase a quote attributed to Edwards Deming, one of the titans of process improvement from the 20th Century. The quote goes "Every system is perfectly designed to get the result that it does." Today’s show isn’t about systems, but the things we discuss can’t be achieved without systems. I’ll be back at the end of the show to hit some key takeaways, but as you listen today, I would like you to think what systems need to be in place related to the different aspects of leadership we will talk about. SO, enjoy the discussion, but be mindful – what systems make it all possible?
Guest Bio:
John Hinds is a recently retired principal of 17 years. He was principal of three totally different types of schools and has mentored scores of assistant principals over his career. He now owns his own leadership consulting company where he works with campus leaders to implement systems, analyze data, and focuses on positive climate for the employees and students.
Warmup questions:
· We always like to start with a celebration. What are you celebrating today?
· Is there a story that will help listeners understand why you are doing what you do?
Questions/Topics/Prompts
· Is there a difference between being a ‘great AP’ and a ‘great AP for your principal?’
· How does an AP take care of the managerial and disciplinary responsibilities but not lose sight of helping grow teachers?
· If being a great AP is, in part, about managing priorities, not managing time, what are some of the best strategies you’ve seen?
· How does an AP balance “staying in their lane” and be a force for a positive school culture?
Closing questions:
· What part of your own leadership are you still trying to get better at?
· If listeners could take just one thing away from today’s podcast, what would it be?
· Before we go, is there anything else that you’d like to share with our listeners?
· Where can people learn more about you and your work…
Sponsorship:
I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast…
Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12.
IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions.
And IXL doesn’t stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more.
It’s no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit http://ixl.com/assistant to get started.
Highlights:
· It really is about fit
· Establish a system for learning from each other
· You don’t manage buses, you help students achieve more by making sure the bus system works well. Every system is an opportunity to make teaching and learning more or less problematic.
· You need a mentor. Actually, you need four things…
· How manage priorities instead of time – that’s a system.
· Every day you have the opportunity to make a positive impact. Even on crappy days, you have an opportunity.
Close
· Leadership is a journey and thank you for choosing to walk some of this magical path with me.
· You can find links to all sorts of stuff in the show notes, including my website https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
· I love hearing from you so consider email me at [email protected] or connecting with me on LinkedIn.
· My new book, A School Leader’s Guide to Reclaiming Purpose, is now available on Amazon. You can find links to it, as well as free book study materials on my website at https://www.frederickbuskey.com/reclaiming-purpose.html
· Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.
· Have a great rest of the week, be present for others and, more importantly, take time to reflect and recover so you can continue to live and lead better.
· Cheers!
Guest links:
Website: https://www.jlhindsconsulting.com
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jlhindsconsulting/?viewAsMember=true
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4CaU3hZgvP7JIAHJAzvbiw
Resources: https://www.jlhindsconsulting.com/freeresources
Frederick’s Links:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsulting
Daily Email subscribe: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/fdf37cbf3a
The Strategic Leader’s Guide to Reclaiming Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWRS2F6N?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520
10 Ways in 10 Days Part 2
Grab the PDF guide of all 10 Ways: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/d58fd6430f
Show Description:
According to a recent ASCD article synthesizing the recent research on early career teacher retention, 29% of first year teachers will leave the school they are in, to either exit the profession or go to another school. Three common challenges emerged from the research:· Classroom management· Insufficient curriculum guidance· Unsupportive environment Quoting: “More than anything else, novice teachers often appear to yearn for, yet seldom receive, meaningful feedback on their teaching from experienced colleagues and administrators.” The ten strategic behaviors in this guide are designed to:· Build trust· Support teachers’ classroom management· Provide curricular guidance These strategies can be completed in less than 10 minutes a day!
Jen Manly’s website: https://learningandteachingblog.com
Frederick’s Links:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsulting
Daily Email subscribe: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/fdf37cbf3a
The Strategic Leader’s Guide to Reclaiming Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWRS2F6N?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520
Sponsorship:
I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast…
Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12.
IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions.
And IXL doesn’t stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more.
It’s no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit http://ixl.com/assistant to get started.
10 Ways in 10 Days: Easy Activities for Supporting New Teachers, Part 1
Grab the PDF guide of all 10 Ways: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/d58fd6430f
Show Description:
According to a recent ASCD article synthesizing the recent research on early career teacher retention, 29% of first year teachers will leave the school they are in, to either exit the profession or go to another school. Three common challenges emerged from the research:· Classroom management· Insufficient curriculum guidance· Unsupportive environment Quoting: “More than anything else, novice teachers often appear to yearn for, yet seldom receive, meaningful feedback on their teaching from experienced colleagues and administrators.” The ten strategic behaviors in this guide are designed to:· Build trust· Support teachers’ classroom management· Provide curricular guidance These strategies can be completed in less than 10 minutes a day!
Frederick’s Links:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsulting
Daily Email subscribe: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/fdf37cbf3a
The Strategic Leader’s Guide to Reclaiming Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWRS2F6N?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520
Sponsorship:
I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast…
Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12.
IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions.
And IXL doesn’t stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more.
It’s no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit http://ixl.com/assistant to get started.
Seven Favorite Things
Today’s show covers seven favorite of my favorite parts of the book! One for the introduction and one for each of the six stages.
The Strategic Leader’s Guide to Reclaiming Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWRS2F6N?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520
Monthly nudges: A single email each month to highlight a single stage (link)
Frederick’s Links:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsulting
Daily Email subscribe: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/fdf37cbf3a
Sponsorship:
I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast…
Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12.
IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions.
And IXL doesn’t stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more.
It’s no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit http://ixl.com/assistant to get started.
Assistant Principal Podcast Content Episode Outline
Show Description:
In 2007 I lead a group of six professors at Western Carolina University in a total redesign of our masters of school administration principal licensure program. I was the coordinator of a program that had jest become fully online, our admissions were skyrocketing and our students were becoming much more diverse. The old program just didn’t work, so we collectively decided to trash it and begin anew. It was a long process, building a program from the ground up – exhilarating, motivating, but also, at times, grueling. Once we had agreed to scrap the old program, our first step was to go offsite for a day and a half and develop a vision and core goals. What we came up with was this: Live your leadership journey courageously. I share all this as an introduction to an episode focused on vision, and when it comes to vision, I think many of use get it wrong.
Celebrations:
Ranford Almond is my future son-in-law. He’s a talented musician and has a remarkable gift to write songs that tap into our inner most being. Ranford had a big show at Floyd Fest this weekend and then traveled four hours to share a couple days with Pam and I, and his fiancé – my daughter Mara. I’m celebrating family, and the addition of a special person. I should mention that Ranford wrote and played the music for our show, and today I’ll close the show with a full version of Old Soul. I encourage you to listen.
The Big Idea
I’m building this episode off a series of daily emails I wrote back in October and November 2021. I’ll likely resurrect them as part of this show and send them out to my readers in a week or so, so if you are into daily leadership emails and don’t already subscribe, head to https://www.frederickbuskey.com/ and hit a sign-up link.
Summarizing (The big takeaway)
You see things; and you say “Why?”
But I dream things that never were; and I say “Why not?”
-George Bernard Shaw, 1949
I have a love/hate relationship with vision.
I used to be in love with the idea of creating a great vision.
Then one day, a “leader” came into the organization I worked in and imposed his vision on all of the people and programs that had been there before him.
Three years later, the “leader” was gone, but most (not all) of the people were still there. Those people were left to pick up the pieces of a painful and contentious series of changes.
Vision is a double-edged sword.
“Where there is no vision, the people perish…”
-Proverbs 29:18, King James Bible
Vision can be a powerful tool for good. Here is the challenge as I see it…
The vision must be a shared vision. Leaders are servants first, and part of their job is to articulate the goals, dreams, and aspirations of the people within the organization. Where things are unclear, limited, or confused, leaders work to educate, clarify, and build consensus.
Every organization should have a vision, but the genesis of that vision should lay at the intersection of the purpose of the organization and the people within it.
So how do you sell a vision? You don’t!
People shouldn’t have to buy someone else’s vision. Instead, they should be investing in the collective vision – in the creation and implementation.
Instead of selling, what if we focused on serving?
Bring people together and help them clarify their values, aspirations, and beliefs.
Then help them identify the common pieces and articulate a vision – the impact that they want to have on the world.
This is a shared vision. It is what we agreed to. There is no selling. And because we agreed to it, we hold each other accountable for pursuing it.
Yes, it takes more time to create a shared vision. It also takes more skill. However, in the end, a shared vision is so much more powerful.
The final kicker is that even after you leave, the people will still share the vision. How cool is that?
Creating a shared vision is not always simple. A vision really begins with dreams, and a group of people need four conditions to be able to dream:
1. Safety. This is best achieved by creating a community in which people can:
a. take risks
b. share divergent thinking
c. trust each other
2. Space.
a. A physical space to gather together
b. Mental space to think and reflect
c. Emotional space to be authentic
3. Permission to dream without the limitations of current realities
4. Perspectives. Shared knowledge, experiences, and values need to be identified. Alternative experiences and views need to be embraced and included.
Meeting these conditions lays the ground for developing a shared vision that works for the organization and its people.
Leaders don’t create visions. They help people to clarify and articulate a shared vision.
Sponsorship:
I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast…
Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12.
IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions.
And IXL doesn’t stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more.
It’s no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit http://ixl.com/assistant to get started.
Let’s walk through an example of what a collective vision-defining workshop might look like. I am the board chair of a local non-profit focusing on meeting the most urgent needs of our most vulnerable and highly stressed youth. We’ve experienced a lot of growth coming out od the pandemic and the future looks unpredictable. We’ve stepped in to fill lots of gaps in supporting kids, which has brought in new people, new priorities, new opportunities, and new directions.
We decided we needed to g...
Show Title: Presence and Passion for Living with Lindsay Titus
Power Quote: “Emotions are energy in motion”
Description:
How do you take care of yourself when you are so busy taking care of others? How can you be present when there is so much to do? What’s the meaning of life? Okay, we won’t go quite that deep in today’s show, but we will explore ideas around being authentic and loving your life, and we will give you six techniques for practicing being present.
Guest Bio:
Lindsay Titus is a passionate, inspirational educator specializing in behavior change and teacher wellness. She is driven every single day to teach other educators how to transform connections and relationships with all students. Over the past 18 years, Lindsay has worked in many different educational settings, all helping her realize one foundational truth to behavior - that behavior change is an inside job! As a speaker, coach, podcaster, and directly working as a behavior specialist today, Lindsay helps educators to define who they are and bring their authentic purpose and passion inside and outside of the classroom!
Warmup questions:
· We always like to start with a celebration. What are you celebrating today?
· Is there a story that will help listeners understand why you are doing what you do?
Questions/Topics/Prompts
· I invited you on because I enjoy your weekly email, especially its emphasis on presence, reflection, and self-care. We will dive into these, but first I want to ask about something I read on your website. When you say “fall back in love with your life”, what do you mean?
· What are the major factors in falling “out” of love with ourselves?
· Let’s talk about presence, what is it, what forms does it take, why is it so essential?
· What is the role of reflection in loving your life?
· It’s easy to say “take care of yourself” but how do people make the mindset shift to actually prioritizing it?
·
Closing questions:
· What part of your own leadership are you still trying to get better at?
· If listeners could take just one thing away from today’s podcast, what would it be?
· Before we go, is there anything else that you’d like to share with our listeners?
· Where can people learn more about you and your work…
Sponsorship:
I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast…
Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12.
IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions.
And IXL doesn’t stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more.
It’s no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit http://ixl.com/assistant to get started.
Close
· Leadership is a journey and thank you for choosing to walk some of this magical path with me.
· You can find links to all sorts of stuff in the show notes, including my website https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
· I love hearing from you so consider email me at [email protected] or connecting with me on LinkedIn.
· Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.
· Have a great rest of the week, be present for others and, more importantly, take time to reflect and recover so you can continue to live and lead better.
· Cheers!
Lindsay’s links:
Website: www.defineyouniversity.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaytitusedu/
Frederick’s Links:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsulting
The Three Epiphanies
Maybe you are a new admin this fall. Maybe you are headed to a new school. Maybe you are staying where you are, but new people are coming to you. In today’s abbreviated episode, we’ll play with this idea of newness.
The Big Idea
· What this podcast was going to be….
· BB King
· 3 epiphanies
· Can’t do everything on the front end of new…
· What are your values?
· Mayeroff On Caring (help them grow in their direction)
· Trainwreck lesson by Mr. Jones
· Ad
· Find out his pain point…
· Coaching requires trust
· Build trust by leanring, empowering, supporting…
Summarizing (The big takeaway)
Sponsorship:
I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast…
Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12.
IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions.
And IXL doesn’t stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more.
It’s no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit http://ixl.com/assistant to get started.
Close
· Leadership is a journey and thank you for choosing to walk some of this magical path with me.
· You can find links to all sorts of stuff in the show notes, including my website https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
· I love hearing from you so consider email me at [email protected] or connecting with me on LinkedIn.
· My new book, A School Leader’s Guide to Reclaiming Purpose, is now available on Amazon. You can find links to it, as well as free book study materials on my website at https://www.frederickbuskey.com/reclaiming-purpose.html
· Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.
· Have a great rest of the week, be present for others and, more importantly, take time to reflect and recover so you can continue to live and lead better.
· Cheers!
Frederick’s Links:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsulting
Daily Email subscribe: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/fdf37cbf3a
The Strategic Leader’s Guide to Reclaiming Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWRS2F6N?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520
Show Title: 42 and Stuff with Dr. Steve Miletto
Description:
Today’s conversation is like a meandering stream that is destined to end in a specific place. What are the meanders, and where do they lead? Stay tuned!
Guest Bio:
Dr. Steven Miletto has been an educator in Georgia(US) for 37 years. He has served public school families as a history teacher, assistant principal, high school principal, and as a Regional Education Service Agency (RESA) Executive Director. In 2009, he was the Georgia Principal of the Year and a finalist for NASSP/MetLife National Principal of the Year in 2010. As a teacher he taught US and world history, was a yearbook sponsor, theater sponsor and soccer goalie coach. Additionally, he was the teacher of the year at Southwest DeKalb High School in 1989. His focus in education is to help kids achieve their dreams.
Warmup questions:
· We always like to start with a celebration. What are you celebrating today?
· Is there a story that will help listeners understand why you are doing what you do?
Questions/Topics/Prompts
· What you are hearing are the biggest challenges for school admins right now and some suggestions for handling them?
· What should returning admins be doing to prepare for next school year?
· What should new admins be doing?
· Three pieces of advice for brand new APs
Closing questions:
· What part of your own leadership are you still trying to get better at?
· If listeners could take just one thing away from today’s podcast, what would it be?
· Before we go, is there anything else that you’d like to share with our listeners?
· Where can people learn more about you and your work…
Sponsorship:
I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast…
Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12.
IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions.
And IXL doesn’t stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more.
It’s no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit http://ixl.com/assistant to get started.
Close
· Leadership is a journey and thank you for choosing to walk some of this magical path with me.
· You can find links to all sorts of stuff in the show notes, including my website https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
· I love hearing from you so consider email me at [email protected] or connecting with me on LinkedIn.
· My new book, A School Leader’s Guide to Reclaiming Purpose, is now available on Amazon. You can find links to it, as well as free book study materials on my website at https://www.frederickbuskey.com/reclaiming-purpose.html
· Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.
· Have a great rest of the week, be present for others and, more importantly, take time to reflect and recover so you can continue to live and lead better.
· Cheers!
Guest links:
https://stevenmiletto.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenmiletto/
https://twitter.com/SRMiletto
https://www.instagram.com/srmiletto/
https://www.pinterest.com/smiletto/
@smiletto on YouTube
Frederick’s Links:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsulting
Daily Email subscribe: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/fdf37cbf3a
The Strategic Leader’s Guide to Reclaiming Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWRS2F6N?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520
Show Title: Authentic Parent Partnerships with Ari Gerzon-Kessler
Power Quote:
Description:
Imagine that we have some time scheduled to meet together. What would you want to talk about? And how would I know what you wanted to talk about? You would either have had to tell me, or I would have had to ask. And if neither of those things happened before the meeting, we might both be a bit disappointed after the meeting. Now think about the classic parent-teacher conference:· Do all families want to know the same thing?· How do teachers know what families want to know?· If we get it right, what are the implication?· If we get it wrong, what are the implications? We talk about presence a lot on this show, and today, we are focusing our presence on families.
Guest Bio:
Ari Gerzon-Kessler is author of On The Same Team: Bringing Educators & Underrepresented Families Together, which won the Independent Publishers Book Awards 2024 IPPY Gold Medal for outstanding education book. He is a speaker, trainer, and coach working with schools and districts committed to forging stronger school-family partnerships. Ari also leads the Family Partnerships department for the Boulder Valley School District (CO).
Ari has been an educator since 2000, having served as a principal and bilingual teacher. His leadership efforts to strengthen partnerships with underrepresented families and dismantle unjust practices was featured in Education Week in 2015. Ari regularly presents at national and international conferences on Families and Educators Together (FET) teams and other innovative family partnership best practices. He received his bachelor’s in African American Studies from Wesleyan University and a master’s in instruction and curriculum from the University of Colorado.
Warmup questions:
· We always like to start with a celebration. What are you celebrating today?
· Is there a story that will help listeners understand why you are doing what you do?
Questions/Topics/Prompts
Closing questions:
· What part of your own leadership are you still trying to get better at?
· If listeners could take just one thing away from today’s podcast, what would it be?
· Before we go, is there anything else that you’d like to share with our listeners?
· Where can people learn more about you and your work…
Close
· Leadership is a journey and thank you for choosing to walk some of this magical path with me.
· You can find links to all sorts of stuff in the show notes, including my website https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
· I love hearing from you so consider email me at [email protected] or connecting with me on LinkedIn.
· My new book, A School Leader’s Guide to Reclaiming Purpose, is now available on Amazon. You can find links to it, as well as free book study materials on my website at https://www.frederickbuskey.com/reclaiming-purpose.html
· Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.
· Have a great rest of the week, be present for others and, more importantly, take time to reflect and recover so you can continue to live and lead better.
· Cheers!
Thanks again to our show’s sponsor, IXL: http://ixl.com/assitant
Ari’s links:
Website: https://www.mediatorsfoundation.org/current-projects/families-and-educators-together-project
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/arigerzon-kessler
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ari.gerzonkessler/
Book link and free reproducibles: https://www.solutiontree.com/on-the-same-team.html
Solution Tree link for professional development requests: https://www.solutiontree.com/ari
Ari’s Edutopia article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/positive-family-communication-schools
***School-family partnership resource: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RtdfOGJkHBR6mQj9ak-PKIf6gbfQQtFS_eUZrvOZcZ4/edit?pli=1
Frederick’s Links:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsulting
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The Strategic Leader’s Guide to Reclaiming Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWRS2F6N?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520
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