Aspire Mailbag: New School Year ProblemsIn this 23rd Aspire Mailbag episode, Jeff Gargas and I answer questions on different leadership topics provided by the listeners. Please join us for this episode as we answer questions on how to shift the mindset of educators on social emotional learning, how to lead when there are positions not hired, professional learning days, and the latest news with the Teach Better Team! Featuring Jeff Gargas and Joshua StamperFollow Jeff Gargas:Twitter:https://twitter.com/jeffgargas ( https://twitter.com/jeffgargas) Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/_jeffgargas/ ( https://www.instagram.com/_jeffgargas/) Follow Joshua Stamper:Contact:https://joshstamper.com/contact/ ( https://joshstamper.com/contact/) Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper ( www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper) Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper ( www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper) Linkedin:http://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper/ ( www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper) Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast ( https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast) Subscribe:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2)   Follow The Teach Better Team:Twitter:https://twitter.com/teachbetterteam ( https://twitter.com/teachbetterteam) Website:https://www.teachbetter.com/ ( https://www.teachbetter.com/) Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam ( https://www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam) Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam ( https://www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam) The Teach Better Podcast:https://www.teachbetter.com/podcast/ ( https://www.teachbetter.com/podcast/) Are you a superfan of the Aspire podcast? Well, now you can show off your support with the new Aspire swag, featuring tee shirts, hoodies and a variety of drinkware. You can find all your Aspire Swag athttp://www.teachbetter.com/swag ( www.teachbetter.com/swag) [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Aspire-Swag-Website-Image-update-6.18.21.png () Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Use Discount Code: ASPIRE for 25% OFF Tee-Shirts, Hoodies, and Drinkware:https://teachbetterswag.com/collections/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast ( ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast)   This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD?https://joshstamper.com/contact/ (Contact Joshua Stamper ) for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. [caption id="attachment_3378" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Josh-CBB-2021.png () Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices athttp://www.teachsummit.com/stamper ( www.teachsummit.com/stamper) Review the PodcastThe ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help me reach more school leaders by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Screen-Shot-2020-08-30-at-9.12.47-PM-1.png () Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast

Aspire Mailbag: New School Year Problems

Aspire to Lead with Empathy, Creativity, and Passion With the upcoming launch of my new book, Aspire to Lead, Allyson Apsey joins me to share about her author contribution. In this Episode, we also discuss: Creativity in Leadership 3 tools to use to enhance your creative ideas Confidence in leadership to be innovative https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1953852386&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=e8d9d99a618db4fe94fa92873d5f7723 () About Allyson Apsey: Allyson Apsey has been an educator for more than twenty years; a school leader for sixteen of those years. She is passionate about having a serendipity mindset, looking for the beautiful lessons that every experience holds. She tries to be transparent, vulnerable and supportive, and she doesn't ask questions unless she wants the answers. Despite the fact that she never wanted to set foot in a school again after high school graduation, there is nowhere else she'd rather spend her days than in classrooms. In fact, she doesn’t even have a chair at her desk because she is moving around the school all day long. The challenges and delights of being a principal fill her days with joy. She enjoys nothing more than helping others be the very best they can be. Allyson is so proud of her school district and the Zeeland, MI community, and she loves being the principal of Quincy Elementary. She cannot imagine a more dedicated, passionate and skilled group of teachers. They elicit wonder, excitement and a love for learning in their students. Recognizing the significant impact trauma has had on many of our students, staff and families, Allyson is a Certified Trauma Practitioner in Education. The support that students affected by trauma need are beneficial to all students because they are grounded in a foundational core of strong, positive relationships based on trust. She is honored to serve on the Board of Directors for MEMSPA (Michigan Elementary and Middle School Principals Association). Additionally, she is on the Steering Committee for MACUL (Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning) SIG-ADMIN. She recognizes the value of working with and learning from amazing educational leaders in both of these organizations. Allyson is the author of a blog called Serendipity in Education (allysonapsey.com) has written four books: a middle grades chapter book called The Serendipity Journal, a picture book called The Princes of Serendip, and two professional learning books for educators called The Path to Serendipity and Through the Lens of Serendipity. She loves speaking to passionate groups as they work to be happy and effective people for the benefit of themselves and everyone around them. She is married to Jim, that man she met at the Orbit Room dance club all those years ago, and she has two amazing sons with him, Laine and Tyson. She is blessed. Contact her at allysonapsey@gmail.com Follow Allyson Apsey:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/AllysonApsey (https://twitter.com/AllysonApsey) Website: https://allysonapsey.com/ (https://allysonapsey.com/) Are you a superfan of the Aspire podcast? Well, now you can show off your support with the new Aspire swag, featuring tee shirts, hoodies and a variety of drinkware. You can find all your Aspire Swag athttp://www.teachbetter.com/swag ( www.teachbetter.com/swag) [caption id="attachment_3247" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Aspire-Swag-Website-Image.png () Aspire Swag, Teach Better Team, Joshua Stamper, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption] Use Discount Code: ASPIRE for 25% OFF Tee-Shirts, Hoodies, and Drinkware:https://teachbetterswag.com/collections/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast ( ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast)   This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase...

Bonus Episode: Aspire to Lead Featuring Allyson Apsey

EduMatch Celebration for Aspire to Lead On the day my new book, Aspire to Lead, launched, I had the wonderful opportunity to speak with Mandy Froehlick and Todd Nesloney about the different aspects of this educational leadership resource. Join us as we share some strategies, insights on leadership, and funny stories about the process.  In this Episode, we also discuss: The A.S.P.I.R.E. Model  Why I wrote this book and how it will help current and aspiring leaders Stories with Todd Nesloney about his foreword https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1953852386&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=37fc099b08ff439ddab453d9a993a9e7 About Mandy Froehloch:Mandy Froehlich passionately encourages educators to create innovative change in their classrooms. A former Director of Innovation and Technology, technology integrator, and teacher, she has experience at many levels of the organizational structure. Her interest lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession, as well as what’s needed to support teachers in their pursuit of innovative and divergent thinking and teaching. She consults internationally with school districts and post-secondary institutions in the effective use of technology to support great teaching, mental health support for educators, and how to create organizational change. Her first book, The Fire Within: Lessons from defeat that have ignited a passion for learning, discusses mental health awareness for teachers. Her second book, Divergent EDU, is based on an organizational structure she developed to support teachers in innovative and divergent thinking. Her third book, based on educator engagement and mental health called Reignite the Flames, will be released spring 2020. Follow Mandy Froehloch: Website: http://www.mandyfroehlich.com (www.mandyfroehlich.com) Twitter: https://twitter.com/froehlichm (@froehlichm) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divergentedu/ (divergentedu) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadershipinnovationanddivergentteaching/ (Divergent EDU: Leadership, Innovation, and Divergent Thinking) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandyfroehlich/ (mandyfroehlich) Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-aid/id368754208 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-aid/id368754208)   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1732248796/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1732248796&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=e0a8fc886ad654e467d87ca170b3282e   About Todd Nesloney:Todd Nesloney is the Director of Culture and Strategic Leadership for the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (http://www.twitter.com/tepsatalk (TEPSA)). He was previously a Principal/Lead Learner at a PreK-5 school in Texas. He is an award winning author for his work in co-authoring Kids Deserve It! and Sparks in the Dark. He has also written the book Stories from Webb and published a children’s book, Spruce & Lucy. Todd has been recognized by John C. Maxwell as a Top 10 Finalist for the 2018 Transformational Leadership Award, by the White House as a Connected Educator “Champion of Change”, the National School Board Association as one of the “20 to Watch” in Education, the Center for Digital Education as one of their “Top 40 Innovators in Education”, the BAMMYs as the “National Elementary Principal of the Year” and the “National Elementary Teacher of the Year”, and the Texas Computer Education Association as their “Texas Elementary Teacher of the Year”. Follow Todd Nesloney: Twitter: https://twitter.com/TechNinjaTodd (https://twitter.com/TechNinjaTodd) Website: https://www.toddnesloney.com/ (https://www.toddnesloney.com/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ToddNesloney/ (https://www.facebook.com/ToddNesloney/)...

EduMatch Launch with Mandy Froehlich and Todd Nesloney

With the launch of my new book, Aspire to Lead, Jill Siler joins me to share about her author contribution on executing as a leader.

Bonus Episode: Aspire to Lead Featuring Jill Siler

In this week’s episode, classroom teacher and edtech expert Jake Miller equips us to overcome the paradox of choice and select the right edtech tools for your classroom so you can start using them tomorrow. Jake offers anecdote-induced stories and explanations that actually make sense for all educators. In addition, we discuss comparisons of tools for formative assessment, student self-assessment, student blogging, audio projects, video creation, student-paced coursework, and lesson delivery, and more! In this episode, we also discuss: Additional video resources Leaders as tech specialists And his books, Educational Duct Tape: An EdTech Integration Mindset About Jake Miller:Jake Miller is an edtech and learning enthusiast who hosts the Educational Duct Tape podcast and shares #EduGIFs at @JakeMillerTech and on JakeMiller.net. He works as a science teacher for the Orange City School District in Ohio and previously spent 5 years as a technology integration specialist and an additional 12 years in the classroom teaching math, science & STEM at various grade levels. Jake’s favorite job, however, is his full-time position as a husband and father. EduDuct Tape Podcast:The #EduDuctTape Podcast, hosted by Jake Miller, focuses on viewing #edtech as a tool used to meet goals, address learning standards and solve problems in the classroom, much as duct tape is used as a tool that solves a plethora of problems in our lives. In each episode, Jake sits down with a different inspiring guest to share and discuss some awesome ideas for using tech in the classroom! Join us for Educational Duct Tape, every other week on Wednesday! Follow Jake Miller:https://twitter.com/JakeMillerTech (Twitter) https://www.instagram.com/jakemillertech/ (Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/JakeMillerTech (Facebook) http://jakemiller.net/ (Website) http://eduducttape.com/ (Podcast Website) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbO93BzuvUUxnFJNHqUz3hg/ (YouTube) https://www.tiktok.com/@jakemillertech (TikTok) https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakemillertech/ (LinkedIn) https://www.pinterest.com/jakemillertech (Pinterest) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1735204668/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1735204668&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=d727e9293074e1ae749fa485cd3a59cc Are you a superfan of the Aspire podcast? Well, now you can show off your support with the new Aspire swag, featuring tee shirts, hoodies and a variety of drinkware. You can find all your Aspire Swag athttp://www.teachbetter.com/swag ( www.teachbetter.com/swag) [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Aspire-Swag-Website-Image-update-6.18.21.png () Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Use Discount Code: ASPIRE for 25% OFF Tee-Shirts, Hoodies, and Drinkware:https://teachbetterswag.com/collections/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast ( ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast)   This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD?https://joshstamper.com/contact/ (Contact Joshua Stamper ) for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. [caption id="attachment_3378" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Josh-CBB-2021.png () Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices athttp://www.teachsummit.com/stamper ( www.teachsummit.com/stamper)   Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper:Contact:https://joshstamper.com/contact/ ( https://joshstamper.com/contact/) Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper ( www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper)...

An EdTech Integration Mindset: Featuring Jake Miller

With the upcoming launch of my new book, Aspire to Lead, Sarah Thomas joins me to share about her author contribution.

Bonus Episode: Aspire to Lead Featuring Sarah Thomas

A fast-track colleague is elbowing their way up the professional ladder in your organization by faking reports. Your boss asks you to lie to a stakeholder. The team leader is a serial sexual harasser. What should you do? Nobody prepared you for this part of professional life. You face a gut-wrenching choice: "go along to get along" or risk negatively impacting your career by speaking up for what you know is right. In this week’s episode, Richard Shell shares his value model and how this structure has helped so many people find solutions to extremely difficult experiences.

Leading with Your Values: Featuring Richard Shell

Aspire to Lead with Empathy, Creativity, and PassionWith the upcoming launch of my new book, Aspire to Lead, Sarah Johnson joins me to share about her author contribution on leadership identity. In this Episode, we discuss: Finding Your Identity in Your Leadership Role Rediscovering and Refining Who We Are as a Leader  Focusing on Our Strengths https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09D4NR5MV/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B09D4NR5MV&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=60ce6e83608b2d2bd59e959614ef7f38 About Sarah Johnson:Sarah Johnson is a former teacher and school principal, turned author, speaker, and podcaster. She is passionate about assisting others in seeking greater satisfaction in all areas of their full lives by helping them go beyond work-life balance as well as develop strong leadership foundations. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education, Master of Science in Educational Administration, and a Certificate for Women in Leadership from Cornell University. She hosts the weekly In AWE Podcast where she is proud to amplify women’s stories every week. Sarah is co-author of Balance Like a Pirate: Going Beyond Work-Life Balance to Ignite Passion and Thrive as an Educator and author of Lead with Faith: Firm Foundations of Leadership to Empower You to Slay Fear and Lead with Courage.  Sarah lives the balance message in her life by pursuing passions such as running, writing, focusing on family with her two daughters and teacher husband, while also honing her leadership skills through networking, teaching, and learning. Follow Sarah Johnson:Twitter: https://twitter.com/sarahsajohnson?lang=en (Sarah on Twitter) Website: https://sarahsajohnson.com/ (Sarah's Website) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahsajohnson/?hl=en (Sarah on Instagram) Facebook: http://facebook.com/sarahsajohnson (facebook.com/sarahsajohnson) Podcast: http://inawetorise.com/ (The In AWE Podcast Website) LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsajohnson/ (Sarah on LinkedIN) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1946444928/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1946444928&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=b757a7b97a329e61355660dabf288e0c https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083LHL779/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B083LHL779&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=07619874de8fcc980b135f6ceae97d39 Are you a superfan of the Aspire podcast? Well, now you can show off your support with the new Aspire swag, featuring tee shirts, hoodies and a variety of drinkware. You can find all your Aspire Swag athttp://www.teachbetter.com/swag ( www.teachbetter.com/swag) [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Aspire-Swag-Website-Image-update-6.18.21.png () Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Use Discount Code: ASPIRE for 25% OFF Tee-Shirts, Hoodies, and Drinkware:https://teachbetterswag.com/collections/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast ( ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast)   This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD?https://joshstamper.com/contact/ (Contact Joshua Stamper ) for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. [caption id="attachment_3378" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Josh-CBB-2021.png () Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices athttp://www.teachsummit.com/stamper ( www.teachsummit.com/stamper)   Follow the Host, Joshua...

Bonus Episode: Aspire to Lead Featuring Sarah Johnson

Lack of mentorship and coaching is a leading reason for leader attrition in education, but it doesn’t have to be this way. If it’s true that "Everyone wins when the leader gets better," then your community is counting on you to prioritize your own professional growth. In this week’s episode, Danny Bauer shares the Mastermind model and how this structure has created extensive growth in each participant.

Unlocking Talent in Every Leader: Featuring Danny Bauer

Aspire to Lead with Empathy, Creativity, and PassionWith an exciting announcement coming September 7th, Nathan Maynard joins me to share about his author contribution in my upcoming book, Aspire to Lead. In this Episode, we discuss: Empathy as a Leadership Strength Acknowledging and Owning Mistakes  The Restorative Discipline Group About Nathan Maynard:Nathan is a youth advocate, educational leader, and change maker. He is the co-author of Washington Post bestselling and award-winning Hacking School Discipline: 9 Ways to Create a Culture of Empathy and Responsibility Using Restorative Justice. Nathan also is the co-founder of BehaviorFlip, the first restorative behavior management software. Nathan studied Behavioral Neuroscience at Purdue University and has been facilitating restorative practices since 2008 in juvenile justice and educational settings.  He was awarded “Youth Worker of the Year” through dedicating his time with youth involved with the juvenile justice system in Indiana. He was instrumental in the design and opening of Purdue University's first high school in 2017, Purdue Polytechnic High School, serving underserved and underprivileged youth in inner city Indianapolis, Indiana. Prior to his years as a school administrator, he was a youth worker and program coordinator in a youth residential treatment care center.  He is passionate about addressing the school-to-prison pipeline crisis and closing the achievement gap through implementing trauma-informed behavioral practices and work around equity. Nathan has expertise in Dialectical Behavioral Coaching, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Youth Development, Restorative Justice, and Trauma-Informed building practices to assist with creating positive school climates. Follow Nathan Maynard: Website: http://www.hackingschooldiscipline.com (www.hackingschooldiscipline.com)   http://www.hackingdiscipline.com (www.hackingdiscipline.com)  http://www.behaviorflip.com (www.behaviorflip.com)  Twitter:https://twitter.com/nmaynardedu?lang=en ( https://twitter.com/nmaynardedu?lang=en) Facebook Group: Hacking School Discipline  Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-maynard-6849827a (www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-maynard-6849827a) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1948212137/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1948212137&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=07fc727361b28223dde31d4fc5c4b856 Are you a superfan of the Aspire podcast? Well, now you can show off your support with the new Aspire swag, featuring tee shirts, hoodies and a variety of drinkware. You can find all your Aspire Swag athttp://www.teachbetter.com/swag ( www.teachbetter.com/swag) Use Discount Code: ASPIRE for 25% OFF Tee-Shirts, Hoodies, and Drinkware:https://teachbetterswag.com/collections/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast ( ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast) This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD?[caption id="attachment_3378" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Josh-CBB-2021.png () Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] https://joshstamper.com/contact/ (Contact Joshua Stamper ) for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. [caption id="attachment_2597" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Joshua-Stamper-Stock-photo.jpg () Joshua Stamper, Teach Better Speaking Network[/caption] Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices athttp://www.teachsummit.com/stamper ( www.teachsummit.com/stamper) Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper:Contact:https://joshstamper.com/contact/ ( https://joshstamper.com/contact/)...

Bonus Episode: Aspire to Lead Featuring Nathan Maynard

The world has and continues to change in ways that are difficult to predict. Regardless of the forces at hand, educators and leaders play a pivotal role in preparing students for success now and in the future. In this week’s episode, Eric Sheninger makes the compelling case that the best way to do this is to create a disruptive thinking culture in the classroom and beyond. In this episode, we also discuss: Characteristics of a Disruptive Leader Future Ready Skills for Students Classroom Practices that need to Change And his books, Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms About Eric Sheninger:Eric is an Associate Partner with the http://www.leadered.com/services/digital-leadership.php (International Center for Leadership in Education (ICLE)). Prior to this, he was the award-winning Principal at New Milford High School. Under his leadership, his school became a globally recognized model for innovative practices. Eric oversaw the successful implementation of several sustainable change initiatives that radically transformed the learning culture at his school while increasing achievement. His work focuses on leading and learning in the digital age as a model for moving schools and districts forward. This has led to the formation of the http://www.leadered.com/pdf/LeadingintheDigitalAge_11.14.pdf (Pillars of Digital Leadership,) a framework for all educators to initiate sustainable change to transform school cultures. As a result, Eric has emerged as an innovative leader, best selling author, and sought after speaker. His main focus is using research and evidence-based practices to empower learners, improve communications with stakeholders, enhance public relations, create a positive brand presence, discover opportunity, transform learning spaces, and help educators grow professionally in the digital age. Eric has received numerous https://ericsheninger.com/esheninger/clouds (awards and acknowledgments) for his work. He is a http://www.centerdigitaled.com/top30/Eric-Sheninger.html (CDE Top 30) award recipient, http://bammyawards.com/index.php/2013-bammy-award-finalists (Bammy Award) winner, https://www.principals.org/recognition/digital-principals-of-the-year/2012-digital-principals-of-the-year?SSO=true (NASSP Digital Principal Award winner), PDK Emerging Leader Award recipient, winner of http://www.learningforward.org/get-involved/awards/2012-annual-awards-winners#.UOGhkInjnL5 (Learning Forward’s Excellence in Professional Practice Award,) Google Certified Innovator, http://www.adobe.com/education/k12/adobe-education-leaders/eric-sheninger.html (Adobe Education Leader,) and http://www.ascd.org/conferences/annual-conference/scholars/esheninger.aspx (ASCD 2011 Conference Scholar.)    He has also contributed on education for the http://www.huffingtonpost.com/eric-sheninger/ (Huffington Post,) sits on the advisory board for many innovative companies, and was named to the https://us.vocuspr.com/Newsroom/Query.aspx?SiteName=NSBANew&Entity=PRAsset&SF_PRAsset_PRAssetID_EQ=116250&XSL=PressRelease&Cache=False (NSBA “20 to Watch”) list in 2010 for technology leadership. TIME Magazine also identified Eric as having one of the http://time.com/83507/eric-sheninger-twitter-feeds-follow-2014/ (140 Best Twitter Feeds in 2014.) He now presents and speaks nationally to assist other school leaders and educators to transform teaching, learning, and leadership.. His blog, A Principal’s Reflections, was selected as Best School Administrator Blog in 2013 and 2011 by Edublogs. It was also recognized with an http://smartblogs.com/education/2014/12/30/smartbrief-honors-innovative-bloggers-meet-this-months-winners/ (Editor’s Choice Content Award in 2014) by Smartbrief Education. Eric began his career in education as a Science Teacher at Watchung Hills Regional High School where he taught a variety of subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Marine Biology, Ecology) and coached several sports (ice hockey, football, lacrosse). He then...

Disruptive Thinking in Our Classrooms: Featuring Eric Sheninger

With an exciting announcement coming September 7th, Latrese Younger joins me to share about her author contribution in my upcoming book, Aspire to Lead.

Bonus Episode: Aspire to Lead with Latrese Younger

What leadership qualities are the most important qualities to possess? This week’s guest, Kelly Croy, shares his six primary elements of leadership to guide you to personal and professional leadership.  In this episode, we also discuss: Anxiety as a superpower Attitude is everything Creating vs Consuming The Wired Educator Podcast And his books, Unthink Before Bed and Along Came a Leader About Kelly Croy:Kelly Croy is the author of Along Came a Leader, and host of The Wired Educator Podcast. He is a teacher, artist, writer, and speaker. Unthink Before Bed is Kelly’s second book. He wrote and illustrated it to help people deal with their anxiety.  Kelly taught seventh grade English for 26 years at Oak Harbor Middle School and has served the last four years as the Director of Innovation and Instruction for Port Clinton City Schools. Kelly travels the world as a speaker, educational consultant, and leadership coach.  Kelly is married to his best friend, Lorrain. They are the proud parents of four wonderful daughters: Allyson, Carolyne, Jaclyn, and Jillyan.  Kelly is working on another book with his dog, Jedi.  Follow Kelly Croy:Website: http://www.kellycroy.com (www.kellycroy.com) and http://www.wirededucator.com (www.wirededucator.com)  Twitter: https://twitter.com/kellycroy (@kellycroy) and https://twitter.com/wirededucator (@wirededucator) Instagram: @kcroy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/kellyshawncroy (www.facebook.com/kellyshawncroy) and http://www.facebook.com/wirededucator (www.facebook.com/wirededucator)  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycroy/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellycroy/)  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCskJAyXULrM0TmzlOjxj2OA (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCskJAyXULrM0TmzlOjxj2OA)  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1512393061/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1512393061&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=9a263999212f79b021b3fcc0b1abf540 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08DV5G1X1/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B08DV5G1X1&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=bc85608c6dbadd561e3c59e87385c0d1 Are you a superfan of the Aspire podcast? Well, now you can show off your support with the new Aspire swag, featuring tee shirts, hoodies and a variety of drinkware. You can find all your Aspire Swag athttp://www.teachbetter.com/swag ( www.teachbetter.com/swag) [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Aspire-Swag-Website-Image-update-6.18.21.png () Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Use Discount Code: ASPIRE for 25% OFF Tee-Shirts, Hoodies, and Drinkware:https://teachbetterswag.com/collections/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast ( ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast)   This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD?https://joshstamper.com/contact/ (Contact Joshua Stamper ) for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. [caption id="attachment_3378" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Josh-CBB-2021.png () Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices athttp://www.teachsummit.com/stamper ( www.teachsummit.com/stamper) Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper:Contact:https://joshstamper.com/contact/ ( https://joshstamper.com/contact/) Twitter:http://www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper ( www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper) Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper ( www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper)...

Along Came a Leader: Featuring Kelly Croy

What is the best way to prepare our students for future ready careers and enhance their essential skills? This week’s guests, Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney, share the importance of providing students with real world problems, providing outside experts, and letting them explore unique and creative solutions.  In this episode, we also discuss: Misconceptions of Project Based Learning Gathering experts outside of the school Assessing projects and providing feedback And their new book, The Expert Effect About Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney:Zach Rondot is a passionate fourth-grade teacher in Troy, Michigan. His mission is to teach students the 21st-century skills, mindsets, and attributes that will help them succeed long after they leave his classroom. In 2019, Zach was named the Troy School District Elementary Teacher of the Year and the Oakland County Elementary Teacher of the Year. Zach is an instructor in the Master's program of Learning, Design, and Technology at Central Michigan University. He utilizes technology to create learning opportunities that otherwise would not be possible Grayson McKinney is a fifth-grade teacher from Michigan and a leader in the area of innovative teaching and learning. He has worked with learners at all levels of school from K-6 as a teacher, technology facilitator, and as a program administrator. He is a student podcaster, educational writer, and speaker on the topic of 21st-century student learning and engagement. Together, Zach and Grayson are the authors of the newly released book, The Expert Effect: A Three-Part System to Break Down the Walls of your Classroom and Connect your Students to the World which was recently released by Edumatch Publishing. Follow Zach Rondot:Twitter: @https://twitter.com/MrRondot (MrRondot) Clubhouse: @MrRondot Instagram: @ZachRondot Blog:http://zachrondot.com/ ( zachrondot.com) Podcast: https://anchor.fm/4thgradeinnovators (https://anchor.fm/4thgradeinnovators)   Follow Grayson McKinney:Twitter:https://twitter.com/GMcKinney2 ( @Gmckinney2) Clubhouse: @GMcKinney2 Instagram: @ExpertEffectEDU Blog:https://innovation4education.wordpress.com/ ( Innovation4education.wordpress.com) Podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefuturist5 (https://anchor.fm/thefuturist5) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/195385219X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=195385219X&linkCode=as2&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=932c43252d0ab6a19bc51e2f35adb49e Are you a superfan of the Aspire podcast? Well, now you can show off your support with the new Aspire swag, featuring tee shirts, hoodies and a variety of drinkware. You can find all your Aspire Swag athttp://www.teachbetter.com/swag ( www.teachbetter.com/swag) [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Aspire-Swag-Website-Image-update-6.18.21.png () Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Use Discount Code: ASPIRE for 25% OFF Tee-Shirts, Hoodies, and Drinkware:https://teachbetterswag.com/collections/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast ( ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast)   This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you.   Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD?[caption id="attachment_3378" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Josh-CBB-2021.png () Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] https://joshstamper.com/contact/ (Contact Joshua Stamper ) for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. [caption id="attachment_2597" align="alignnone" width="1024"]https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Joshua-Stamper-Stock-photo.jpg () Joshua Stamper, Teach Better Speaking Network[/caption] Watch my session on

The Expert Effect: Featuring Zach Rondot and Grayson McKinney

In this 22nd Aspire Mailbag episode, Jeff Gargas and I answer questions on different leadership topics provided by the listeners. Please join us for this episode as we answer questions on how to support new teachers at the beginning of the school year, measuring your influence, the knowledge needed to be a leader, and the latest news with the Teach Better Team!

Aspire Mailbag: Supporting New Staff

Join us as we discuss the visions, inspirations and experiences from top educational leaders to enhance our knowledge on leadership development.

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Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast

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