The Inside Ride: A Top 20 Training Podcast

This episode Tom and Kevin absorb as much as they can from Mike Wolf from Jostens Renaissance! School Culture, celebrating educators, and much more! To learn more about Mike and his team's passionate endeavors, click the links below! Love Mondays with Jostens Renaissance! Check out the suite of school climate and culture resources at JostensRenaissance.com Join us at the smartest, loudest, ha...

This week Kevin & Tom Share Some Great Things Going On! During their travels they have picked up some stories about the implementation of Thinking, Learning, & Communicating tools, strategies. There are a million success and failure stories out there! Here are a few great ones!

This week Kevin and Tom talk with Katie Radeke, a early intervention Special Education specialist with 27 years of experience! Check out the interview and take note of the resources listed below! She works for Benton Stearns Education District (serving Stearns and Benton County School Districts  - minus St. Cloud) and is an excellent educator and a great ray of hope! https://helpmegrowmn.org https...

This week Kevin and Tom catch up with a long-time friend and supporter of Top 20.  Dr. Kasey Johnson started her educational journey 25 years ago and has enjoyed learning from her students and peers each step of the way. After teaching English, Music, Social Studies, and English Language Learners for students in K-12, Dr. Johnson started a new journey as chair of the Education department for Ottaw...

This week Kevin and Tom take time to discuss meaningful ways to reach out and find students that are lost in the shuffle. Some of these "lost" students have straight As, some are failing, some are engaged, some are asleep in class. Schools and programs need people that can find them and remind them of their worth! Have a listen and then pass it on to someone that needs to hear it!

This week's episode is from the With Gratitude Matt Foundation and Podcast. We were asked to share our Top 20 story and how gratitude plays a continual rols in our mission and work. Big thanks to our team mate and friend, Mike Nead (mike@top20training.com) for introducing us to Bill Moran of the With Gratitude Matt Foundation ! Please check out their foundation and podcast. They exude hope th...

This week Kevin and Tom discuss teens, screens, and brains with Erin Walsh of the Spark and Stitch Institute. This episode shares concrete ways to navigate the ever-changing lives of teens and tech. Erin's new book It's Their World: Teens, Screens, and the Science of Adolescence is available by clicking the book title above.   You can find Erin Walsh by visiting her website below: https:...

This week Tom and Kevin interview DeWayne Patterson from Bixby High School in Bixby, OK. Please listen,...you'll feel good and walk with great empowering ideas! If you have questions for DeWayne, his email is below. dpatterson@bixbyps.org

This week Kevin and Tom are joined by teammate Mara Schanfield to discuss their new program for Athletic Programs! info@top20training.com maracgllc@gmail.com (Mara Schanfield)

Top 20 Training has developed a new program for coaches/advisors, their programs, athletes/student participants, parents, and more! Listen and find out more! info@top20training.com for more info. or to set up a FREE meeting! www.top20training.com

Today's episode is full of joy and heart as Kevin and Tom interview Rhett Ladner, Superintendent of Hancock School District. in Kiln, Mississippi. If you're curious about the Fuzzy Strawberry Spotter title, go ahead and start listening and you'll find out! If you have questions or want to contact Rhett, his email is below: rladner@hancockschools.net  Thanks so much, Kevin and Tom

This week Kevin and Tom reconnect with Jon Florence, an Assistant Principal at Beaumont High School in Beaumont, California. His coaching background transitioned him into an effective AP because in a sense he now coaches everyone! Have a listen and share! Jon's email is below: jflorence@beaumontusd.k12.ca.us

What a great guest Kevin and Tom interviewed this week (says everyone that listens!)!!! Sierra Green, a Third Grade teacher from Elk Creek Elementary in Newcastle, Colorado, shares her experiences and her WHY! Enjoy!

This week Kevin and Tom share stories and memories of Co-founder and Co-owner of Top 20 Training, Paul Bernabei. Paul passed away last month after months of battling pancreatic cancer. His impact is felt far and wide. Rest in Peace Paul.

This week Tom and Kevin chat with Chris Sindelar, a dynamic and authentic Activities Director from Fontana High School in Fontana California! Kevin and Tom had the opportunity to visit his school and speak to his student leaders and faculty/staff. Chris is full of what's good for students,...so we thought we'd share Chris with you!!!

Kevin and Tom talk about the challenges and joys of education. Top 20 is very tuned in to the administrators and educators across the country and as we listen, we try to find helpful ideas and strategies as the new school year approaches. ENjoy!

Hello Folks, This week Kevin and Tom share thoughts on how to end the school year in a way that reminds about meaning, instill belief, and offers hope! www.top20training.com info@top20training.com

Gail Bentley, principal of Del Oro High School in Bakersfield, CA has worked VERY hard to create a school that TRULY takes on the challenge of creating life-long learners. From paint color choice, to the absence of bells, to equitable grading,...her school is striving to accomplish lofty goals. I'd say they've achieved those goals!  https://deloro.kernhigh.org/

This week's episode brings an educator to the microphone that is built for human connection and belonging. As ASB (Associated Student Body) Director for his High School (think Stu. Co., Leadership, etc.) he creates moments and teaches classes that prioritize bonding, connection, and showcasing all students' successes! If you have questions or would like to reach out to Rod, please see he...

This week Kevin and Tom talk with Joe Beckman. He is relevant and is spreading a message or connection, confirmation, and affirmation. Definitely worth the listen! till360.com joebeckman.com

This week Kevin and Tom focus on hope and human development as a means of doing what matters in schools. Ideas, examples, and hope are only a listen away. Press play!

This episode Kevin and Tom use a current, real-life example to explain Thought Circles and how to silence them. Enjoy!

This week Kevin and Tom discuss ideas, tools, and strategies to make Day 1 more effective for your students and for you! *And if you're thinking, "well,...I already had our Day 1!" That's ok,...you can put the ideas into practice any time!

This week's guest is Matt Percival from Eastview High School in Apple Valley, MN. Matt is an Athletic Director, Assistant Principal, a dad, and an amazing educator. Listen to Matt share stories about the IMPACT that can be made when students are engaged and involved and how intentionality is everything. Matt Percival 952-210-7112  Matt.percival@district196.org

This week's installment of The Inside Ride brings Melissa Stanley of Minot, North Dakota to the world! Melissa has been working in public education for a long time and is currently in the Professional Learning Coordinator for the district. Listen to her stories of constantly searching for the answer to the question, "What do they (kids, teachers, leaders, etc.) need and how can we get it...