On The Way To School

Welcome to "On the Way to School," your daily six-minute boost with Christopher S. Dennis. In today's episode, we appreciate the often-overlooked heroes who make our school environments thrive. Christopher reflects on the importance of stepping into different classrooms and the incredible open house event that brought together hundreds of families. He emphasizes the vital roles that facilities, op...

Welcome to the Friday edition of "On the Way to School," your daily six-minute boost designed for educators and administrators. Host Christopher S. Dennis invites you to explore the power of visionary leadership, embracing optimism and a playful spirit in your professional journey. In this episode, Christopher shares his unique perspective as a "time traveler," visiting the present from a future w...

Welcome to "On the Way to School," your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. As we find ourselves in October, it's the perfect time to address a topic that's been on my mind for a while. In this episode, we delve into the responsibilities of school leaders when their communities look to them for guidance...

Welcome to "On the Way to School," your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, we explore the concept that not every conversation or piece of advice needs to be transformed into a full-blown curriculum. Drawing from personal experiences and insights shared by colleagues, we discuss the impo...

Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, I share my recent experiences from an eventful weekend and dive into a crucial topic for leaders: managing "Leadership Fret." I discuss the balance between responsibility and peace, and how to effectively delegate...

Welcome to "On the Way to School," your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. In this episode, host Christopher S. Dennis returns with insights on becoming an internal candidate for roles such as division head or department chair within your current organization. Christopher shares three essential tips for successfully navigating this unique career opportunity. He emphasizes the...

Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, Christopher shares his recent experiences from a board retreat for CATDC and a phenomenal conference at Stanford for Challenge Success. He delves into the importance of high-quality performance assessments in foste...

Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. Join host Christopher S. Dennis as he shares personal stories and valuable insights on managing emotions in the educational environment. In this episode, Christopher reflects on the importance of emotional awareness and control, drawing from his experiences in various educational settings. He emphasizes...

Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. As we enter the second full week of September, many of us are settling into the new school year. It's a time to reflect on our roles and whether we're in the right place professionally. Today, I share insights on finding resilience...

Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. Join host Christopher S. Dennis as he returns from a brief hiatus to discuss the art of decision-making in the educational landscape. In this episode, Christopher shares insights on handling difficult decisions, emphasizing the importance of having complete information, setting decision-making deadlines,...

Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. Good morning, everyone. Hopefully, you are somewhere with good air conditioning and power today. Our AC on campus is on the fritz, making for a unique experience in the morning heat. However, we're pushing through, and people are w...

Welcome to "On the Way to School," your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. It's Wednesday, September 4th, and Los Angeles is experiencing a heat wave. While my lunchtime supervision during this heat might be a topic for another day, today's focus is on an exhilarating adventure I had post-wedding. Join...

Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. Good morning, people. After a refreshing Labor Day break, we're back with stories and reflections. Recently, my oldest daughter got married, and the experience was truly magical. In this episode, I share my journey as the father of...

Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. Join host Christopher S. Dennis as he delves into the intricate world of equity and inclusion in educational institutions. In this episode, Christopher shares insights from his extensive higher education administration and organizational management background. He breaks down the essential components of p...

Welcome to "On the Way to School," your daily six-minute boost for educators and administrators. Join host Christopher S. Dennis as he shares his excitement for welcoming secondary students back to school and reflects on his journey. In this episode, Christopher delves into the crucial topic of social justice and equity work in schools. He discusses the challenges equity practitioners face, their...

Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this midweek episode, we tackle the theme of perseverance in the face of fatigue and discouragement. Christopher shares a personal anecdote about an unexpected birthday celebration at the health office, reminding us of the small...

Welcome to "On the Way to School," your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. This episode explores the importance of leveraging data for informed decision-making in schools. Christopher shares insights on how strategic data use can drive meaningful changes and improve the school community. He emphasizes t...

Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. Good morning, party people! I hope you had a wonderful weekend. Today, we're discussing the importance of feedback in educational settings. From personal stories to practical tips, learn how to create a culture where feedback is va...

Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, we delve into a critical topic: handling disciplinary actions as an employee in the educational sector. We start on a fun note, sharing a quick recipe for a delicious fake Jack Daniels glaze sauce. Then, we focus on the main topic: what to do when you're the recipien...

Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, we start with some light-hearted banter about meal planning and the infamous "spaghetti pot" before diving into the serious topic of classroom discipline. Christopher discusses the importance of establishing classr...

Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, we explore the concept of professionalism through Chris's unique interpretation, focusing on four key components: attire, interaction, responsibility, and challenges. We also explore how professionalism intersects...

Welcome to "On the Way to School," your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. Hosted by Christopher S. Dennis, today's episode explores crucial listening skills in a professional setting. Christopher shares personal anecdotes and insights from Jeff Wetzler's book "Ask" to emphasize two key points: the importance of genuinely wanting to hear others and the impact of past reaction...

Welcome to On the Way to School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, we kick off the week with a special shout-out to the supportive community that keeps us going—Christopher sincerely thanks neighbors, friends, and colleagues who have shown incredible support. Today's episode highl...

Welcome to On The Way To School, your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators. I'm Christopher S. Dennis, and today, let's elevate our journey together. In this episode, we tackle the challenges of leadership decisions, especially regarding personnel management. We discuss the importance of gathering new information to change perspectives, setting deadlines for decision-making, and...

Welcome to "On The Way To School," your six-minute daily boost for educators and administrators, hosted by Christopher S. Dennis. In today's episode, we delve into the essential strategies for handling parent-teacher communications effectively. As we approach the end of the week, Christopher offers valuable insights on how educators can manage parent interactions without disrupting the classroom e...