Welcome back to The Path Forward! Today, Rick talks with Jeff Pelzel, Director of Education Strategy at PowerSchool, about the power of leadership, innovation, and AI. The conversation starts with some background on Jeff and his time in California. Jeff explains the differences in the education system between California and Texas, and his transition to PowerSchool and the new exciting ways they are helping educators everywhere.

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Host: Dr. Rick Fernandez 

Guest: Jeff Pelzel, Director of Education Strategy at PowerSchool

Time Stamps & Show Notes

(00:00 - 01:14) Introduction

(01:15 - 05:11) Jeff’s Background

(05:12 - 08:16) How the California School System Works

(08:17 - 11:03) Jeff’s Experience as a Superintendent

(11:04 - 15:16) Why Move to the Private Sector 

(15:17 - 19:29) Getting Comfortable at Power School

(19:30 - 22:34) Misconceptions in the Provider Sector

(22:35 - 28:07) Future Plans and The Use of AI in PowerSchool

(28:08 - 30:00) Advice for Superintendents  

(30:01 - 33:30) Fun Rapid Fire Questions 

(33:31 - 35:08) Closing