Leader of Learning

Welcome to episode 171 of the Leader of Learning Podcast. In this episode, we have the pleasure of hearing from Dr. Stephanie Duguid, a renowned expert in educational leadership and the founder of Do Good Leadership. Dr. Stephanie shared her insights on empowering women in leadership roles, overcoming impostor syndrome, and the importance of effective communication. She highlighted the power of re...

Welcome to episode 170 of the Leader of Learning Podcast. In this episode, we delve into the importance of embracing our multilingual students, the varied levels of support they require, and why viewing these students as assets is crucial in education today. We will talk about the tools that enhance communication with ELL families and the significance of involving everyone in the school in fosteri...

Welcome to episode 169 of the Leader of Learning Podcast. In this episode, we will hear from Phil Januszewski, a dynamo in the realm of education known for his infectious energy and mission to infuse happiness into the world of teaching. Since stepping into the classroom in 2005, Phil hasn't just taught chemistry and physics; he's also become a beloved motivational speaker who champions the well-b...

Welcome to episode 168 of the Leader of Learning Podcast. In this episode, Michele Haiken, a seasoned middle school English teacher and an adjunct professor of literacy, joins us to share her innovative approaches to integrating SEL with hands-on creative projects. We'll explore how Michele’s students are creating impactful documentaries and public service announcements in media literacy class, ad...

Welcome to episode 166 of the Leader of Learning Podcast. In this episode, we delve into the heart of educational innovation and growth. with Tom Murray, the Director of Innovation for Future Ready Schools and a renowned expert in the field of education. In this episode, we're going to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing educators today, from the readiness and challenges of innovating w...

Welcome to episode 166 of the Leader of Learning Podcast. In this episode, our host Dan engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Becca Silver, founder and CEO of The Whole Educator. Together, they explore the intricacies of addressing resistance to change in professional development, particularly in the field of education. Becca shares her expertise in the neuroscience behind habit formati...

Episode 165 of the Leader of Learning Podcast features John Sowash, an expert in all things Chromebooks, Google apps, and Google Workspace for Education live from the FETC conference in Orlando, Florida. John discusses the future of technology in education, specifically focusing on the impact of AI and the latest developments in Google's educational tools. John sheds light on the challenges and op...

Episode 164 of the Leader of Learning Podcast features an interview with Lindsay Lyons (@lindsaybethlyons), an educational justice coach and expert in creating feminist, anti-racist curricula. In this eye-opening conversation, Lindsay emphasizes the crucial role of instructional processes and tools in promoting justice in education. She highlights the need for structures and processes that involve...

Episode 163 of the Leader of Learning Podcast features an interview with Alex Valencic (@alextvalencic), a professional learning coordinator in Freeport, Illinois. Alex joins us to delve into the world of professional development in education. We discuss the shift towards personalized and teacher-driven learning, sharing examples from Alex's district. The conversation also explores the importance...

In episode 162 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, host Dr. Dan Kreiness opens up about his personal experience with impostor syndrome, which led him to examine the impact of this phenomenon on educators and content creators. He shares insights into understanding impostor syndrome, recognizing its various types, and provides strategies for overcoming it. In this episode, we will delve into the diff...

Episode 161 of the Leader of Learning Podcast features an interview with Michelle Smit (@digiteach), a passionate business coach who helps educators move away from trading time for money and towards trading value for money through digital courses, group programs, and digital products. Her mission is to help educators bring their impact online through online business. In the episode, we discuss pur...

Episode 160 of the Leader of Learning Podcast features an interview with Miriam Plotinsky (@MirPloMCPS), a national board certified teacher, instructional specialist with Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland, and the author of the book, “Lead Like a Teacher.” In the episode, Miriam discusses nine key aspects of leadership, how to stop teachers and their leaders from becoming adversaries, a...

Episode 159 of the Leader of Learning Podcast features an interview with Jason Ablin (@jasonablin), an education consultant who works with schools on gender equity, positive faculty engagement, and school culture, and the author of the book, “The Gender Equation in Schools: How to create equity and fairness for all students.” In the episode, Jason discusses gender equity in education, our current...

Episode 158 of the Leader of Learning Podcast features an interview with Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr (@makemathmoments), co-hosts of the Make Math Moments podcast. Kyle is the K-12 Mathematics Consultant with the Greater Essex County District School Board and Jon is a high school math teacher at John McGregor Secondary School in the Lambton-Kent District School Board in Ontario Canada. In the episode,...

Episode 157 of the Leader of Learning Podcast features an interview with Tre Gammage (@tregammage), a Social Emotional Learning Specialist, Owner and Consultant with SEL Educators, and former teacher and Dean of Students. In the episode, Tre discusses the importance of emotional intelligence, how leaders can support social-emotional wellness, tips for self care, and the current state of SEL in K-1...

In episode 156 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, I discuss when someone will know when the time is right for them to look to advance to the next level in their career. For educators, that may mean becoming a school leader. I ask the question “Should you take the next step in your career?” There are three (and maybe more) reasons why you should. First, you are unhappy or unfulfilled in your role....

Episode 155 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, “Keep Your Finger on the Pulse of Your Culture” features Bobby Pollicino (@BobbyPollicino), Head of Upper School at Bullis School in Potomac, Maryland, former teacher, dean of students, and assistant principal, and coach, and the author of “Principled Leader.” In the episode, Bobby discusses the importance of connections over content, building a stron...

In episode 154 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, Dr. Dan Kreiness (@dr_kreiness) interviews Jed Stefanowicz (@stefanowicz135), Digital Learning Coach in Walpole, Massachusetts, former Massachusetts Teach Plus Policy Fellow, and author of “Take AIM at Digital Learning: Activate, Innovate, Motivate” and “Impact to Influence.” In the episode, Jed discusses emerging instructional technologies and how...

In episode 153 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, Dr. Dan Kreiness (@dr_kreiness) interviews William”Coach” Jeffery (@CoachJeffery), principal at Columbia High School in Columbia-Brazoria ISD, curator and author of educational content with Flipboard, and executive producer and host for the “I Want To Speak To The Principal” and “Flipboard EDU” podcasts. In the episode, Coach discusses ways to brin...

In episode 152 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, Dr. Dan Kreiness (@dr_kreiness) interviews Jed Dearybury (@mrdearybury), an educator, former GQ Magazine Male Leader of the Year, the first ever Milken Fellow for the state of South Carolina, and author of books such as “The Playful Classroom: The Power of Play for All Ages,” co-written with Dr. Julie P. Jones, “Courageous Classroom,” and “The Play...

In episode 151 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, I am releasing a recent interview that was done on me for the Leaning Into Leadership Podcast with Dr. Darrin Peppard. I received a lot of positive feedback and outreach following the release of this podcast episode, so I think you will really enjoy it and learn a lot from it. The Leaning Into Leadership Podcast can be found at https://roadtoawesom...

In episode 150 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, Dr. Dan Kreiness (@dr_kreiness) interviews Dr. Dana Goodier (@danagoodier), an educator who has experience as a world language and English teacher, has worked as an administrator, is the host of the Out of The Trenches Podcast and author of the book, “Out of the Trenches: Stories of Resilient Educators.” In the episode, Dana discusses her work in t...

In episode 149 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, Dr. Dan Kreiness (@dr_kreiness) interviews Melisa Hayes (@MrsHayesfam), a second grade teacher, two-time cancer survivor, ambassador for Flip and Wakelet, and Global Teacher of Year 2020 recipient. In the episode, Melisa discusses best practices for empowering students, including how to have confidence in kids, bring project-based learning opportun...

In episode 148 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, Dr. Dan Kreiness (@dr_kreiness) interviews Dave Frangiosa (@DavidFrangiosa), a high school science teacher and author of "Going Gradeless, Grades 6-12: Shifting the Focus to Student Learning." In the episode, Dave discusses reforming the traditional grading system, how to limit the impact of traditional grades, and the connection between grade refo...

In episode 147 of the Leader of Learning Podcast, Dr. Dan Kreiness (@dr_kreiness) interviews Dr. Erik Youngman (@erik_youngman), Assistant Superintendent for Libertyville District 70 in Libertyville, Illinois and author of "The Magic of Growth Mindset," and "12 Characteristics of Deliberate Homework." In the episode, Dr. Youngman discusses how leaders can support growth mindsets in those they serv...