Michelle Koles is the founder of the incredible teen leadership organization Ignite4Impact! What started as a way to help her community during a global pandemic, quickly spiraled into an organization that helps teens around the world develop their soft skills (how to have conversations with adults, phone etiquette, professionalism) to impact the world on a large scale. I am so honored to interview Michelle and share her message!

Learn more about Ignite4Impact : https://www.ignite4impact.com

Lauren Phillips is a 2021 graduate who will be attending John Hopkins University in the fall! She is a proud member of Tech Girlz, and takes time to share her story with me! We dive into everything from overcoming nerves, and knowing your worth to how to be dedicated to your craft! I am SO honored to have interviewed her! I hope you enjoy!!

Contact Lauren: [email protected]

Learn more about Tech Girlz: https://www.techgirlz.org

It is my district pleasure to introduce the amazing Lucy Minchoff! Lucy was on the Teen Advisory Board for Tech Girlz in West Chester, PA! She shares her journey of not knowing where she fit in, to finding her place in the world of technology thanks to some amazing fellow teen leaders!! She shows us that confidence is key, and that there is always more you can learn and know!

Connect with Lucy: [email protected]

Learn more about Tech Girlz: https://www.techgirlz.org

I am beyond honored to get to interview the ASB Co Presidents from San Marcos High School in San Diego, California, Kellen Bynes and Remy Corbin!

We dig into everything from equity in our community and school, to campus climate, to student voice. I was blown away by their professionalism and energy they brought not only to the interview but to their outlooks on leadership! 

Visit the SMHS ASB Website: https://www.smhsasb.com

AMHS ASB TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@smhsasb?lang=en

Contact Kellen: https://www.instagram.com/bynes.k/

Contact Remy: https://www.instagram.com/remy_corbin/

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I am SO excited for this episode. I learned about the organization Tech Girlz while working with the Women in Technology Summit. We talk all about the completely free opportunities that tech girlz not only grants to middle school girls, but the leadership taught to the high school women who are stepping up to help lead. From coding, to podcasts, to robotics and so much more, this is an organization that you will WANT to bring to your community. 

Learn more about Tech Girlz: https://www.techgirlz.org/

Contact Danica: [email protected]  

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Imagine opening up a brand new school with only Freshman and Sophomores, and realizing that they will be the ones to lead the school into the future. That was the reality for Tammy McClure in Texas. They were tasked with creating the culture and school climate that would become legendary. Join me in this incredible chat with Tammy, who I KNOW will bring a smile to your face, and joy into your life! The way she has led her student leaders and equips them for greatness is something we can all learn from! 

Reach out To Tammy: [email protected]

Dude Be Nice: https://www.dudebenice.com/

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I was SO excited to interview the amazing Shannon Reynolds! She is an elementary school councelor who also heads up the student council! She has mastered the art of creating stepping stones for her young leaders, giving them room to learn how to be a leader, when most adults only see a little kid. It's all about mindset.  We cover everything from participating in state associations, to adjusting to uncertain circumstances to mindset of leaders. You will LOVE this episode!!!

Reach out to Shannon: [email protected]

What an incredible episode. I was able to interview sisters who one is a freshman and the other is a senior class of 2021. The perspectives from a student how has spent time in the classroom and virtual due to covid, and a student who has only spent her time in student leadership online is mind blowing. I will let the episode speak for itself!! Enjoy!

So you may have noticed we took a couple weeks off from producing the podcast. I put into practice what I try to preach, that self care isn't selfish, and taking a break isn't being lazy.  We took a few weeks to rest and reset. But we are now back and ready to rock!!

BUT I NEED YOUR HELP!!! We are looking for advisors or leaders (student or otherwise) to be guests on the podcast! I will say it again, no story is too small. Everyone's journey has something unique that will help someone. If you know of anyone who would be a great fit, or if you yourself want to chat with me for an hour, shoot me a message on instagram, or send me an email at [email protected]

We also want to talk about what you want to hear! Is there a topic you want to us to dive deeper on, or that we haven't touched on yet? We want to hear it!! Please reach out at the email above!!

Jason King is an SCA Advisor and math teacher at Freedom High School in South Riding Virginia.  I LOVED this conversation, because we were able to pull back the curtain a little bit and take a peek into some of the insecurities and hard choices of being an advisor. It isn't all pep rallys and homecomings. Sometimes we have to have the hard conversations, and lead our students through the let downs of high school life. This is not a conversation you want to miss!!

Follow Jason: https://www.instagram.com/jason.w.king17/?hl=en

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