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Leigh M. Ragsdale, also known as the Unorthodox Principal, shares her journey and insights on education. She emphasizes the importance of empowering teachers and creating a sense of belonging in schools. Leigh discusses the challenges facing the education profession, including teacher pay and the need for high-quality teacher training. She also highlights the key components of a great school, such...

This week's show features Cordarius Williams, a middle school math teacher, sharing his mission to transform the lives of teenagers by changing the way they think. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships with students and helping them develop a positive mindset. Cordarius discusses the challenges in the education system, the evolution of teaching and technology, and the need for mor...

In this episode of the Teach, Lead, Innovate Podcast, host Dave Walker interviews Clare Welsh, a cognitive behavioral hypnotherapist and mindset coach who specializes in helping educators with anxiety, burnout, and imposter syndrome. Clare shares her journey from being a primary school teacher to becoming a therapist and explains the importance of supporting the mental health and well-being of edu...

Dr. Scott Rocco, superintendent of the Hamilton Township School District, discusses his journey in education and the many initiatives he has led. He shares the story of how #satchat, a weekly educational Twitter chat, was started and the impact it has had on educators. Dr. Rocco also talks about the challenges he faces as a superintendent and the importance of technological innovation in education...

Follow Dave Walker on Instagram & TikTok: @thepedalingprincipal Follow the podcast on Instagram: @teachleadinnovatepodcast In this episode, Dave Walker interviews Jay Billy, a passionate educator and principal, about leading like a pirate, cultivating school culture, navigating post-pandemic challenges, and AI in education. They discuss the pirate acronym, devised by author Dave Burgess in his...

In this episode, Dave Walker interviews two first-year teachers, Roshorn Shivers Jr. and Lynette Hendricks, about their experiences in the classroom. They discuss their grade levels and subjects, share memorable moments, and provide strategies for classroom management and time management. They also emphasize the importance of self-care and Roshorn emphasizes the need for more male educators of col...

In this episode, host Dave Walker interviews Blake Hopper, an award-winning school librarian and current assistant principal. They discuss the importance of school libraries and the evolving role of librarians in today's educational landscape. Blake emphasizes that libraries are more than just books; they provide resources, tech help, collaboration opportunities, and innovative projects. He highli...

Lukas Sollberger, a teacher at Trinity Lutheran Classical School, shares his passion for history and how it led him to dress in historical attire. He discusses the impact of his outfits on student engagement and the positive reactions he receives from both students and others. Lukas also shares his journey into education and the inspiration he received from his high school art teacher. He talks ab...

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