The K-12 Change Equation

When Leadership Becomes a Compass, Not a Crown Featuring Dr. Gladys I. Cruz


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On this episode of The K-12 Change Equation, Dr. Mort Sherman and Dr. Leila Nuland talk with Dr. Gladys Cruz (Questar III BOCES) about how regional education agencies scale career-ready programs.

Dr. Cruz shares how BOCES helps districts pool resources, expand CTE and apprenticeship opportunities, and creatively address staffing shortages through partnerships and stackable credentials. 

If you’re a superintendent, policymaker, or education partner rethinking how systems can serve both students and communities, this episode offers fresh insight on leadership, innovation, and why public education remains the backbone of our democracy.

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