Elin P. Cervantes and Christina M. Macalino

Empowered Educational Conversations with Elin and Christina

Education EN ↓ 95 episodes

There is still work to do. Elin and Christina are two educators that have been in the game for over 15 years. Listen while they break down and speak on the systems that were not built for BIPOC students and the ways they address them head-on. We are in this game to empower school leaders to be equity-focused and lead authentically. Learn more about us on our website www.empowereducationalconsulting.com. We work with School Leaders in 1:1 coaching, group coaching, PLC planning & facilitation, and master schedule consulting. Let's work together!

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Elin P. Cervantes and Christina M. Macalino

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69. Being a place-based educator with guest Dr. Yee, Part 1 17.10.2023 45:09

In this episode, Elin and Christina have the pleasure of conversing with a long-time mentor, colleague, and friend. Dr. Yee played a pivotal role in their journey from teachers and counselors to site administration. The first encounter was at a parent-counselor conference, where he approached as a Skyline High School parent, not a boss boss . From there, a professional relationship blossomed. Dr....

68. Why do we always have to advocate? Addressing a School Counselors's concern. 03.10.2023 54:54

In this episode, Elin and Christina address a post they came across in a Facebook group. This time it’s talking about something School Counselors often have to deal with…advocating for their profession and explaining what they do! School leaders, this episode is especially important for you to listen to. --- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our Book: The Power of Reflection⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work With Us! B...

67. We're a lot more resilient than we think we are! With guest, John Nepomuceno. 19.09.2023 59:29

In this episode, Elin and Christina have a great conversation with their long-time colleague and fellow admin, John Nepomuceno. From the 619 to the 510 to the 415, John has been serving the CA school community. Listen in as they talk about what led John into administration and what he has learned throughout the way. We spend time discussing resiliency and what that means to him. There is a lot t...

66. Managing transitions. Unpacking a new AP's mindset struggles. 05.09.2023 55:31

In this episode, Elin & Christina try on their "Dear Abby" hats and address a Facebook post from a School Leadership group. The post brought up something they often hear from their clients and even experienced it themselves... managing the transition from classroom to administration. Listen in as they unpack the mindset struggles a new administrator may deal with in their first year...

65. The Arts as a Safe Space. From a Scarcity Mindset to an Arts Pathway with guest Jamie Treacy 22.08.2023 1:03:19

In this episode, Elin and Christina have a conversation with their former teacher and Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) director, Mr. James (Jamie) Treacy. He is a devoted OUSD educator for the past 10 years, and he is currently the OUSD instructional coach for Arts, Media Entertainment, and Fashion programs as of 2022. Take a listen as they catch up with a former colleague as he shares his educat...

64. Our ASCA conference takeaways and reflection. 08.08.2023 56:59

In this episode, Elin and Christina have a conversation about their experience at the 2023 ASCA annual conference in Atlanta, GA...not New Orleans. You'll have to listen to the episode to get that. They describe the workshops they attended and their overall takeaways. --- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our Book: The Power of Reflection⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work With Us! Book a Clarity Call.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

63. Rigor & Love in Education with guest Cecilia Paz Aguilar 25.07.2023 52:57

In this episode, Elin & Christina have a conversation with Cecilia Paz Aguilar. We talked about her early education experiences that really impacted the type of educator she is today. From early advocacy and its impact to how a focus on school turned into a focus on staying alive. Rigor was a big theme in this conversation and how love must play a part. Cecilia Paz Aguilar is a Senior Manager...

62. Leading through an Identity Safe Lens with guest Alexandrea Creer Kahn 11.07.2023 53:14

In this episode, Elin and Christina have a conversation with Alexandrea Creer Kahn. Christina and Alex met during their pre-educator years back in the early 2000s. For the past 18 years, Alex has worked in several roles in K-12 and higher ed including teacher, school coach, principal, and district leader as well as graduate instructor. Take a listen to Alex’s educational journey and how it impacts...

Summer BREAK- be back soon! 27.06.2023 5:26

We are taking a quick break! We will be back with a new episode on July 11, 2023. --- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our Book: The Power of Reflection⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work With Us! Book a Clarity Call.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ : @elinandchristina ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ : Empowered Conversations with Elin & Christina Check out our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.empowereducationalconsulting.com

61. Representing school districts to do better by their students with guest Dora Dome, Esq. 13.06.2023 1:05:29

In this episode, Elin and Christina have a conversation with their former professor, Dora Dome. They talk about what it was like being students in her class and how she approached education law to empower educators. Dora Dome went from searching for a profession that makes good money to making a difference! Her story and experience will inspire you. Dora J. Dome has practiced Education Law for ove...

60. Over 40 episodes later, admin turnover and burnout is still relevant. 30.05.2023 1:00:18

In this re-release episode, Elin and Christina talk about admin turnover and burnout. They share their experience with it and how it is still relevant today. --- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our Book: The Power of Reflection⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work With Us! Book a Clarity Call.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ : @elinandchristina ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ : Empowered Conversations with Elin & Christina Check out our website...

59. Building Stronger Bonds: the Role of Admin Team Retreats in Fostering Communication & Collaboration 16.05.2023 56:26

In this episode, Elin and Christina talk about the importance of team building. They reflect on their own experiences and why admin retreats make a difference in how they function and accomplish goals. --- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our Book: The Power of Reflection⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work With Us! Book a Clarity Call.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ : @elinandchristina ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ : Empowered Conversations with...

58. Design for Depth Framework & Being Mission Aligned with guest Sasha Kirkman. 02.05.2023 54:56

In this episode, Elin & Christina have a guest, Sasha Kirkman. They talk about supporting new leaders, equity practices, and the need to humanize our systems. Sasha also talks about her Design 4 Depth framework and how she encourages educators to put it into practice. About our guest: Sasha Kirkman comes from an education background where she taught high school for 10 years, emphasizing making...

57. What an Equity-Focused Master Schedule Does NOT Look Like. 18.04.2023 53:30

In this episode, Elin and Christina replay their IG live where they talk about what an equity-focused master schedule does NOT look like. They talk about actions that make the master schedule inequitable, and possible solutions. --- ⁠⁠⁠Buy our Book: The Power of Reflection⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Work With Us! Book a Clarity Call.⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ : @elinandchristina ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ : Empowered Convers...

56. Without Admin Support, School Counselors can Strive but not Thrive. Unpacking the 2023 National School Counseling Leadership Conference. 04.04.2023 1:02:34

In this episode, Elin & Christina unpack their reflections and takeaways from the 2023 National School Counseling Leadership Conference. School Admin, this is a good episode for you to understand the power of counseling departments and a valuable professional development opportunity to invest in. --- ⁠⁠Buy our Book: The Power of Reflection⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Book a Clarity Call with Us⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠Instag...

55. Humanizing the teaching experience through instructional coaching with guest Michael Ray 21.03.2023 48:54

In this episode, Elin and Christina have a conversation with their former colleague, Michael Ray. Their school leader journey crossed paths when they were secondary site leaders in Oakland Unified School District. Take a listen as they catch up with a former colleague as he shares his educator journey from transitioning from a classroom teacher to a site-level administrator to his current role as...

54. School Counselors as Agents of Change with Guest Diana Carty 07.03.2023 54:12

In this episode, Elin and Christina have a conversation with their former OUSD colleague, Diana Carty. When Elin and Christina were high school assistant principals, Diana worked at the district level as a College Readiness Specialist. Take a listen as they catch up with a former colleague as she shares her educational journey and how it impacts her equity-focused leadership practices today. Diana...

53. Three Reasons School Counselors are KEY to Student Success 21.02.2023 38:59

In this episode, Elin and Christina give three reasons why school counselors are key players in student success. This is a replay of their Instagram Live event that took place on February 14, 2023, while they were in San Diego for the National School Counseling Leadership Conference. They end the episode with some important questions for school leaders to reflect on.  --- Buy our Book: The Po...

52. Expanding Your Sphere of Influence. A Conversation with Guest Josue Diaz Jr. 07.02.2023 1:05:29

In this episode, Elin and Christina have a conversation with Josue Diaz Jr. Josue is a life-long learner and insightful educator. We all started our admin careers in Oakland around the same time. He is now at the district office down in San Diego. He has learned a lot on his path and our listeners will take away a lot from this conversation. --- Buy our Book: The Power of Reflection Book a Call wi...

51. Being an Equity Driven Leader is More Than a Buzzword 24.01.2023 48:02

In this episode, Elin and Christina talk about what it truly means to be an equity-driven leader. They share some article reflections and suggestions for school leaders. This is a replay from their first Instagram Live of 2023. --- Buy our Book: The Power of Reflection Book a Call with Us for 1:1 Coaching Follow us on Instagram : @elinandchristina Facebook : Empowered Conversations with Elin &...

50. Why data is a powerful tool. A conversation with Rattana Yeang. 10.01.2023 1:20:19

In this episode, Elin and Christina have a conversation about data. Not just talking about how data can be used and understood to do our job as educators but how it can make REAL change. Join them as they talk with Rattana Yeang, a data analyst for a large school district.  Rattana Yeang, a data analyst from Oakland Unified School District's department of Research, Assessment & Data. Ratt...

49. Our 2022 wins and 2023 goals. 27.12.2022 33:27

In this episode, Elin & Christina review their year and celebrate their wins of 2022. They also reflect on what they learned and what they want to accomplish in 2023.  --- Buy our Book: The Power of Reflection Book a Call with Us for 1:1 Coaching Free Vision & Mission Guide Follow us on Instagram : @elinandchristina Facebook : Empowered Conversations with Elin & Christina Check ou...

48. From Teacher to Director. A conversation with guest, Lisa Rothbard. 13.12.2022 55:12

In this episode, Elín and Christina have a conversation with a former teacher they once worked with when they were admin. There is a lot to learn from this educator's journey from teacher to director.  --- Buy our Book: The Power of Reflection Book a Call with Us for 1:1 Coaching Free Vision & Mission Guide Follow us on Instagram : @elinandchristina Facebook : Empowered Conversations with...

47. Do teacher leave because of the Principal? A conversation with Dr. Heather Michel. 29.11.2022 49:27

In this episode, Elin & Christina have a conversation with Dr. Heather Michel, creator of the Instagram account @teachersofcolor_matter. There was a post that got us talking and we wanted to have a bigger conversation about what it meant and what we can learn from it.  Dr. Heather Michel, is a teacher educator, educational consultant, and instructional coach. She currently works as the St...

46. What is Transformational Leadership? 15.11.2022 45:33

In this episode, Elin and Christina define what transformational leadership means to them. They often speak about how they are here to go against the status quo and coach school leaders who want to be transformational...but they hadn't actually defined it. This episode clears it up. --- Buy our Book: The Power of Reflection Book a Call with Us for 1:1 Coaching Free Vision & Mission Guide Follo...