Aspire to Lead

This BONUS episode is sponsored by Toddle. Toddle is an all-in-one teaching and learning platform used by over 40,000 educators around the world! On March 3rd and 4th, Toddle hosted the largest virtual gathering for school leaders across the globe with 5000+ school leaders in attendance. Today we are going to speak to two fantastic educators who were in attendance to provide their takeaways and insights from the many wonderful presentations offered. My first guest is Adam Hill, a Principal located in China. Adam's school uses the Toddle platform and he attends as many Toddle online events as possible. We will be learning about his journey as he just started a brand new school and is implementing future ready and STEM practices on his campus. Follow Adam Hill: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdamHillEDU Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamhilledu/ My second guest is Annette de Graaf, an aspiring leader located in the Netherland’s as she too attended the Toddle School Leaders bootcamp. In this conversation, we are going to learn about her leadership story and what she gained from all the wonderful presentations in this two day event. Follow Annette de Graaf: Website: www.theflyingdutchfamily.nl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theflyingdutchfamily/ Podcast: The Flying Dutch Family Email: [email protected] New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! This episode is sponsored by Toddle. Toddle is an all-in-one teaching and learning platform used by over 40,000 educators around the world! Make sure you check out their wonderful online platform at https://www.toddleapp.com/ Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper   Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2   Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. 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=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175   Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption] 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.

In this week’s episode, Maria Barrera shares how she discovered a mental health crisis and was determined to help solve the issues that were affecting students, teachers, and the community. In this episode, we discuss: Creating a business based on a community need Partnering with schools to assist in crisis Resources to battle mental health About Maria Barrera: Maria is the founder of Clayful, a company on a mission to help kids build the skills and resilience to tackle anything that comes their way. Throughout her career in education, technology, and human resources, she has always been focused on solving big problems in complex systems. Now, she is tackling the biggest problem of all - the mental health crisis. Maria's dedication to helping others is rooted in her own experiences. She ran her first coaching session when she was just 15, and has always found joy in coaching others through everyday life stressors and challenges. Her passion for education led her to start a tutoring company while getting her engineering degrees at Stanford University, and to working with thousands of districts as a member of the founding team at Nearpod. With Clayful, Maria is bringing together education, technology, and healthcare in a way that is helping kids improve their mental wellness, regardless of socio-economic status. Follow Maria Barrera: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-barrera-42033427/ https://twitter.com/mariabarrera__ Follow Clayful https://www.linkedin.com/company/clayful/ instagram.com/clayfulhealth/ https://twitter.com/clayfulhealth Gain Additional Resources at clayful.co/aspire New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! [caption id="attachment_4158" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Toddle, Aspire to Lead. Joshua Stamper, Leadership Boot Camp[/caption] This episode is sponsored by Toddle. Toddle is an all-in-one teaching and learning platform used by over 40,000 educators around the world! This year, Toddle is hosting the largest virtual gathering for school leaders across the globe on March 3rd and 4th. Join 5000+ school leaders and leadership experts at #SchoolLeadersBootcamp and learn, connect, and grow with your professional learning network! Get your FREE pass now – https://bit.ly/3WgLHYe   Additional Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! [caption id="attachment_4053" align="alignnone" width="720"] Papa Rob's Coffee, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper   Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2   Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! [caption id="attachment_4030" align="alignnone" width="1024"] FireBird Speak Up Radio Book Award Winner, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. 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=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175   Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 secon

In this bonus episode, Dr. Brenda Diaz shares how traditional student discipline didn’t improve the students behavior and the shift her campus made to implement relationship building strategies and restorative practices. In this episode, we discuss: Trauma-informed practices Increasing diversity among educators Toddle’s School Leader Bootcamp! About Dr. Brenda Diaz: As the Executive Principal of Nashville Big Picture High School in Nashville TN, Dr. Brenda leads with love, courage, and moral character. With an almost 30-year career in education she believes strongly in small, personalized caring learning environments that allow all students, especially those who are from underserved and/or marginalized communities, to pursue their passions and interests connected to the real-world, which prepares them to attend college and/or pursue post-secondary experiences. Brenda received her bachelor’s degree in English from Rust College, a Historical Black College; Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of MS; Educational Leadership Endorsement from the University of Memphis; and her Doctor of Education Degree from Union University. Dr. Diaz has been honored as the 2022 Big Picture Learning Ted Sizer School Leader of the Year; Memphis City Schools -Sheffield High School Teacher of the Year recipient; Metro Nashville Public Schools 2018 Out of the Box Leader/Employee Recognition recipient and a Metro Nashville Public Schools 2019 Women Who Overcome Challenges to Impact Others in Educational Leadership recipient. She has a simple purpose: to work unapologetically as an educational leader who advocates for personalized educational frameworks/systems focused on students’ passions/interest so that ALL students know they are valued, loved, heard, and seen which will propel them to personal and professional fulfillment. Follow Dr. Brenda Diaz: Twitter: https://twitter.com/drbdiazlead Linkedin: /www.linkedin.com/in/brenda-diaz-ed-d-0395a055/ New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! [caption id="attachment_4158" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Toddle, Aspire to Lead. Joshua Stamper, Leadership Boot Camp[/caption] This episode is sponsored by Toddle. Toddle is an all-in-one teaching and learning platform used by over 40,000 educators around the world! This year, Toddle is hosting the largest virtual gathering for school leaders across the globe on March 3rd and 4th. Join 5000+ school leaders and leadership experts at #SchoolLeadersBootcamp and learn, connect, and grow with your professional learning network! Get your FREE pass now – https://bit.ly/3WgLHYe   Additional Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/   Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper   Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2   Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. 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=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175   Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignno

In this new BONUS episode, we learn from Kim’s story of failure as she was honest and authentic with her Superintendent, which left her feeling disappointed and disheartened. About Kim Gameroz: Kim Gameroz is a change agent for schools and districts who seek to revolutionize classrooms by taking on a systematic approach to teaching social and emotional skills. For over 15 years, Kim has coached, trained, and mentored teachers, students, and families around the globe. She was invited to speak at Social Thinking’s Global Provider’s Conference in San Francisco, as well as Get Your Teach On’s Rock Your School and PBIScon22 for PBIS Rewards. She has also consulted for school districts and families in need of social and emotional support, served on SEL panels for the Cotsen Art of Teaching Foundation, and has appeared on various webinars and podcasts with leaders and companies near and far. She holds a Bachelors in Psychology from California State University, Long Beach, and a Masters in Education from National University, San Diego. She currently resides in Dallas, Texas with her husband, Shaun, and son, Wyatt, and is looking forward to spreading her knowledge of SEL even further to schools, districts, and homes around the world. Follow Kim Gameroz: Website: SELebrateGoodTimes.com Instagram: @SELebrateGoodTimes Facebook: Private Facebook Group: From Powerless To EMPOWERED New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! This episode is sponsored by Toddle. Toddle is an all-in-one teaching and learning platform used by over 40,000 educators around the world! This year, Toddle is hosting the largest virtual gathering for school leaders across the globe on March 3rd and 4th. Join 5000+ school leaders and leadership experts at #SchoolLeadersBootcamp and learn, connect, and grow with your professional learning network! Get your FREE pass now – https://bit.ly/3WgLHYe [caption id="attachment_4158" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Toddle, Aspire to Lead. Joshua Stamper, Leadership Boot Camp[/caption]   Additional Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ [caption id="attachment_4053" align="alignnone" width="720"] Papa Rob's Coffee, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper   Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2   Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. 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=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption] 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.

In this week’s episode, Ipek Williamson shares the benefits and power of emotional regulation, mindfulness, and meditation, which creates peaceful and harmonious classrooms. In this episode, we discuss: Meditation’s support for mental health issues Cultivating awareness on the positive impact of meditation and mindfulness among educators Introducing new generations to the importance of knowing their values and implementing them into their lives And her children's book! About Ipek Williamson: Ipek Williamson is the Founder and CEO of Ipek Williamson Coaching. She is a Change Master, Listener, Certified Insight Coach, Speaker, Author, Ikigai and Ho'oponopono Practitioner, and Meditation Advocate &amp; Teacher. She perfectly blends her 20+ years of corporate experience with diversified areas of expertise as a coach, mentor and teacher. As one of the Education 2.0 2022 Outstanding Leadership award winners, Ipek focuses on projects and efforts toward creating a nurturing education environment for the young generations. In addition to her 60+ highly acclaimed meditations that she showcases through the Insight Timer App, Ipek leads live meditation sessions through that same application. She also offers group coaching, workshops, courses, and training to individuals, teams and corporations. Additional Resources: https://insighttimer.com/ https://insighttimer.com/ipekwilliamson Follow Ipek Williamson: Find everything about Ipek Williamson @ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/IpekWilliamson Website: https://ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com/ Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/ipekwilliamson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insightcoachipek/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insightcoachipek Twitter: https://twitter.com/ipekw7 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/williamson.ipek Facebook- Ipek's Calmness and Bliss Network: https://www.facebook.com/calmnessandblissnetwork LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ipekwilliamson/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@insightcoachipek Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/ipekw7/ Sign-up to Ipek’s Newsletter: https://ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com/subscribe-to-my-blog/ New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! This episode is sponsored by Toddle. Toddle is an all-in-one teaching and learning platform used by over 40,000 educators around the world! This year, Toddle is hosting the largest virtual gathering for school leaders across the globe on March 3rd and 4th. Join 5000+ school leaders and leadership experts at #SchoolLeadersBootcamp and learn, connect, and grow with your professional learning network! Get your FREE pass now – https://bit.ly/3WgLHYe [caption id="attachment_4158" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Toddle, Aspire to Lead. Joshua Stamper, Leadership Boot Camp[/caption] Additional Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper <span...

In this bonus episode, Jim Laird shares the story of Canyon Falls Middle School, an innovative, 21st-century learning school in Kelowna, and the purposeful educational transformation focus on engaging students and stakeholders. As an entire school community, they created a middle school that was unique, innovative, and learner-centered. This episode is intended to share the engagement strategy, leadership moves, and process that created a school culture involving all stakeholders, guided by the voices that matter most – the learners and their families. In this episode, we discuss: Design thinking school model Community engagement strategies And Innovative approaches to education About Jim Laird: As a public school educator in British Columbia for 20 years, Jim Laird has spent most of his career in Central Okanagan, Canada. Currently the principal of George Elliot Secondary School in Lake Country, he recently spent three years as a principal in Canyon Falls, Kelowna, opening and establishing an innovative middle school. As a lifelong learner, he has taken coursework through Harvard Graduate School of Education, IDEO, Harvard Business School, and the TELP program out of the University of British Columbia. And most importantly, he is a proud father and husband who spends as much time outdoors as possible. Follow Jim Laird: Twitter: @JimLaird23 Email: [email protected] [caption id="attachment_4158" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Toddle, Aspire to Lead. Joshua Stamper, Leadership Boot Camp[/caption] New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! This episode is sponsored by Toddle. Toddle is an all-in-one teaching and learning platform used by over 40,000 educators around the world! This year, Toddle is hosting the largest virtual gathering for school leaders across the globe on March 3rd and 4th. Join 5000+ school leaders and leadership experts at #SchoolLeadersBootcamp and learn, connect, and grow with your professional learning network! Get your FREE pass now – https://bit.ly/3WgLHYe Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! [caption id="attachment_4030" align="alignnone" width="1024"] FireBird Speak Up Radio Book Award Winner, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption] 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.

In this week’s episode, Alfonso Mendoza shares his philosophies of improvising, adapting and overcoming obstacles in education. As a tech leader, Alfonso has seen a major shift the past few years and he continues to spread his message of “keeping it simple”. In this episode, we discuss: Tech Implementation: Getting Clicky With It Immersive Technology of ARVR AI &amp; Chat GPT in schools And his podcast, My Ed Tech Life! About Alfonso Mendoza: Alfonso Mendoza Jr., a passionate educator with over a decade of experience, holds a Masters in Educational Technology and is in his third year of doctoral studies. With the aim of providing engaging and effective learning experiences, Mr. Mendoza has served as the district Instructional Technologist for six years now, equipping teachers with tech tools to enhance student learning. His commitment to education does not end there; for the last six years, he actively participates on many social media platforms sharing his expertise through podcasts, blogs, and other education-related posts. Follow Alfonso Mendoza: Website: https://www.myedtech.life/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/myedtechlife Instagram: https://instagram.com/myedtechlife Facebook: https://facebook.com/myedtechlife Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amendoza1381/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/MyEdTechLife Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1508022885?mt=2&amp;ls=1 Getting Clicky With It Tee: https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/23724682-just-get-clicky-with-it New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! This episode is sponsored by Toddle. Toddle is an all-in-one teaching and learning platform used by over 40,000 educators around the world! This year, Toddle is hosting the largest virtual gathering for school leaders across the globe on March 3rd and 4th. Join 5000+ school leaders and leadership experts at #SchoolLeadersBootcamp and learn, connect, and grow with your professional learning network! Get your FREE pass now – https://bit.ly/3WgLHYe [caption id="attachment_4158" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Toddle, Aspire to Lead. Joshua Stamper, Leadership Boot Camp[/caption] &nbsp; Wonderful Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"]<a...

In this bonus episode, Carolina Ulloa shares how she ventured to build a brand new school that focused on the physical, spiritual, and emotional aspects of every student. Join us as we discuss this incredible journey of constructing an educational environment that connects to the children and the community. In this episode, we discuss: The Rhythmic Arts Project Development of Community Service Project And the Curriculum Development of this New School About Carolina Ulloa: Carolina Ulloa, vice president at Rhythmic Arts Project and co-founder of Mine School, believes we should expect intelligence and embrace people for who they are. Carolina is an educator by nature and at heart. She combines curiosity and wonder with belief in people, and believes that we should all set high expectations. Carolina plants the seed of possibility in students, teachers, and families. She designs and creates a path for the growth, learning, and well-being of students. Education is her life, and through her commitment to every interaction with students and colleagues, she hopes to make a difference. She holds degrees in Human Development and Early Childhood Education with a concentration in Learning Differences. Follow Carolina Ulloa: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caroulloa72/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolina.ulloa.184?mibextid=LQQJ4d Email: [email protected] [caption id="attachment_4158" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Toddle, Aspire to Lead. Joshua Stamper, Leadership Boot Camp[/caption] New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! This episode is sponsored by Toddle. Toddle is an all-in-one teaching and learning platform used by over 40,000 educators around the world! This year, Toddle is hosting the largest virtual gathering for school leaders across the globe on March 3rd and 4th. Join 5000+ school leaders and leadership experts at #SchoolLeadersBootcamp and learn, connect, and grow with your professional learning network! Get your FREE pass now – https://bit.ly/3WgLHYe Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] 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.[/caption] &nbsp;

In this week’s episode, Ashley Hubner shares how she transitioned from teacher to coach, struggled to develop a Coaching Mindset and the impact of intentional curriculum design. In this episode, we discuss: The difficulties of leaving the classroom Differentiating for adults and finding success as a coach And her new book, Foundations of Instructional Coaching! About Ashley Hubner: Ashley Hubner is a passionate educator who values relationships. She started her career as an elementary school teacher, then transitioned into an interventionist role where she found her love and passion for supporting educators like her. Since then, she has grown her expertise as an instructional leader dedicated to helping teachers thrive within the classroom. She is committed to impacting student growth by building capacity within schools through coaching, mentoring, and professional development. She enjoys working with stakeholders to build instructional effectiveness within classrooms while cultivating a positive school culture. Recently, Ashley published Foundations of Instructional Coaching: Impact People, Improve Instruction, Increase Success. In her book, she shares the foundations of instructional coaching that will help instructional leaders build relationships and instructional capacity within their own campus or district. Follow Ashley Hubner: Website: https://coachingaccess.net/ Twitter: @ashley_hubner @coaching_access Instagram: @ashley_hubner Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coaching.access www.facebook.com/groups/confessionsofacoach/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/accesscoach Tik Tok: @coachingaccess https://www.amazon.com/Foundations-Instructional-Coaching-Instruction-Increase/dp/B0BD2TRYMG?crid=2VHQD7CFFU0LZ&amp;keywords=ashley+hubner&amp;qid=1675628094&amp;sprefix=ashley+hubner%2Caps%2C124&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=9125cdc0ba69f3c23f84c6a9edc2cb51&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! This episode is sponsored by Toddle. Toddle is an all-in-one teaching and learning platform used by over 40,000 educators around the world! This year, Toddle is hosting the largest virtual gathering for school leaders across the globe on March 3rd and 4th. Join 5000+ school leaders and leadership experts at #SchoolLeadersBootcamp and learn, connect, and grow with your professional learning network! Get your FREE pass now – https://bit.ly/3WgLHYe [caption id="attachment_4158" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Toddle, Aspire to Lead. Joshua Stamper, Leadership Boot Camp[/caption] &nbsp; Additional Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! [caption id="attachment_4030" align="alignnone" width="1024"] FireBird Speak Up Radio Book Award Winner, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/19

In this 27th 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 sustaining staff happiness, creating leadership growth, gaining support of your Superintendent, and the latest news with the Teach Better Team! Featuring Jeff Gargas and Joshua Stamper Follow Jeff Gargas: Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeffgargas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_jeffgargas/ Follow Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 Follow The Teach Better Team: Twitter: https://twitter.com/teachbetterteam Website: https://www.teachbetter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam The Teach Better Podcast: https://www.teachbetter.com/podcast/ https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1949595668/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1949595668&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=76f63506c1e5b2f907d05fb13ab6f8e4 &nbsp; New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! This episode is sponsored by Toddle. Toddle is an all-in-one teaching and learning platform used by over 40,000 educators around the world! This year, Toddle is hosting the largest virtual gathering for school leaders across the globe on March 3rd and 4th. Join 5000+ school leaders and leadership experts at #SchoolLeadersBootcamp and learn, connect, and grow with your professional learning network! Get your FREE pass now - https://bit.ly/3WgLHYe [caption id="attachment_4158" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Toddle, Aspire to Lead. Joshua Stamper, Leadership Boot Camp[/caption] &nbsp; Additional Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ [caption id="attachment_3247" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire Swag, Teach Better Team, Joshua Stamper, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption] 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 at www.teachbetter.com/swag Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon....

In this week’s episode, Michael and Sam discuss how they changed the perception of a technology coach, pushed the scope of their impact on instruction, and differentiated their professional development to meet the needs of the teachers. In this episode, we discuss: Building relationships with their teachers and staff to serve effectively Expanding the role of technology in the classroom And the TCEA conference presentations! About Michael Vick: I have been an educator for 12 years. I’ve been a Digital Learning Coach, Instructional Technology Facilitator, Online Algebra Teacher, 8th Grade Math Teacher, and Special Education Resource Teacher. For the last 7 years, I’ve been involved with digital learning. I pride myself on always helping teachers get to the next step in their digital learning journey. Whether that means becoming proficient in a specific digital tool, an idea for making a lesson more meaningful for students, or ways to integrate more technology into the day to day classroom activities - I’m always willing to help however I can. When I’m not immersed in the digital learning world, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, listening to podcasts, and playing a variety of sports. Follow Michael Vick: Twitter: @DigitalVick About Sam Shropshire: I have been in education for the past 17 years and have taught in a variety of situations. My first 11 years I spent teaching high school social studies and the last six years I have been involved in digital learning. During my first five years teaching, I also coached boys athletics for the high schools I worked for. I have been in small schools with a population of about 150 to huge schools with a population of about 3,500 and have taught a variety of subjects from World Geography to AP World and US History. As I integrated more and more technology into my class, I became fascinated with the endless possibilities technology provided my students. Most transformative to me was how technology allowed my students to become the center of the learning process. My desire to encourage that kind of learning environment is what led me into my role in digital learning. Personally, I have been married to the most amazing wife ever, Katie, since 2009 and we have the two best kids ever, Eva and Cyrus. I live for my family and we do so much for each other. From youth sports to hiking adventures, we have a great life together! Follow Sam Shropshire: Twitter: @DLCShrop &nbsp; The OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ &nbsp; Toddle Leadership Boot Camp: https://bit.ly/3WgLHYe &nbsp; Aspire Swag [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Use Discount Code "ASPIRE" for 15% off your order ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 &nbsp; Review the Podcast I want to give a huge

In this week’s episode, Ken Ehrmann shares how he rebuilt his classroom to empower every student with a student-centered learning experience, which changed the trajectory of each lesson. In this episode, we discuss: Changing the typical trajectory of a lesson where students experience phenomena first and learn concepts second Incorporating STEM concepts into the curriculum And his podcast PowerED UP Podcast About Ken Ehrmann: Ken Ehrmann is a Pennsylvania Department of Education 2019 Teacher of the year Finalist. He is an instructional coach for the Pennridge School District, formerly an elementary STEM and 5th grade teacher. Ken's is passionate about empowering children with student-centered learning experiences. Ken is the host of the powerED Up Podcast, a member of the Teach Better Network. Ken is now traveling nationally to work with all educators as a Keynote Speaker and custom PD provider. Follow Ken Ehmann: Website: www.kenehrmann.org Twitter: @KenEhrmann Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-ehrmann YouTube: @poweredup &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_4053" align="alignnone" width="720"] Papa Rob's Coffee, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

In this week’s episode, Lauren Kaufman shares how she created a mentorship program for her district and the immediate impact it made on the lives of the mentees and the mentors. In this episode, we discuss: Approaching Leadership Through a Coaching Lens The Power of Connecting with other Leaders And her book contributions! About Lauren Kaufman: Lauren Kaufman is the Director of Literacy K-12 for a school district in Long Island, New York. With over 17 years in education, she has served as an assistant principal, elementary instructional coach, an elementary and middle school reading specialist, new teacher mentor coordinator K-12, creativity camp enrichment program supervisor, and a 2nd and 5th-grade classroom teacher. Lauren is a lifelong learner whose professional passion is to empower teachers to lead so they can share their gifts with others and develop lifelong literacy practices in all learners. She has led teams developing 73 Units of Study in reading and writing K-5, has provided educators with job-embedded professional learning that supported a balanced literacy approach, and guided new teachers with acclimating to the culture and climate of a school system. She has organized Long Beach Literacy Day and has presented at local and national conferences including, NCTE, #LBLit, LIASCD, #EDCampLI, Long Island Technology Summit, Long Island Language Arts Council, #NerdcampLI, and Literacy Matters Conferences. Lauren enjoys sharing her learning through blogging on her own platform, is a contributing author in George Couros’ book Because of a Teacher, Lainie Rowell’s book Evolving With Gratitude, IGI Global’s Designing Effective Distance and Blended Learning Environments K-12, is an author for Edutopia, and a guest blogger for the Teach Better Team, Future Ready Schools, and Defined. Lauren appreciates sharing best literacy practices with colleagues, and wholeheartedly believes in developing powerful professional learning communities and networks that cultivate meaningful, relevant learning and growth. Follow Lauren Kaufman: Website: LaurenMKaufman.com Twitter: @Lau7210 Instagram: laurenmkaufman Facebook: Lauren M. Kaufman [caption id="attachment_4053" align="alignnone" width="720"] Papa Rob's Coffee, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! &nbsp; Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review

In this new BONUS episode, we learn from Frederick’s story of failure as he missed opportunities to have a crucial conversation with a special education teacher. Join us as we work through the resolution and the lesson learned through this misstep. About Frederick Buskey: Frederick is the founder of Strategic Leadership Consulting, and the host of The Assistant Principal Podcast. He is passionate about improving life and leadership for school leaders by making complex ideas simple and building the mindset, structures, and skills to help school leaders focus on supporting and growing teachers. Frederick uses his experiences and understanding of research to inform practical ideas and strategies for busy leaders. His 30+ years of educational experience include being a National Board Certified Teacher, entry-year teacher program coordinator, and 13 years as a researcher and principal licensure program coordinator at Western Carolina University and Clemson University. He lives and plays in the mountains of Western North Carolina and is a happy husband and father to four grown offspring. Follow Frederick Buskey: Website: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/frederickcb Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsulting &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_4053" align="alignnone" width="720"] Papa Rob's Coffee, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

In this week’s episode, Dana Goodier shares her story of being an elective teacher, identifying several areas of the school system that she wanted to improve, and becoming a building leader to develop solutions. In this episode, we discuss: Supporting new teachers in your building Being the Administrator that is there to support teachers throughout the year, not just on scheduled observations Her podcast and book Out of the Trenches About Dana Goodier: Dana Goodier has served as a World Languages and English teacher and middle school administrator for over 22 years . She completed her EdD in Educational Leadership in early 2020. Building off of her own growth as a teacher, she is dedicated to providing schools with techniques to minimize off-task behavior and to increase time on task.⁠She is the author of “Out of the Trenches: Stories of Resilient Educators” and the host of the podcast Out of the Trenches. Follow Dana Goodier: Website: www.danagoodier.com Twitter: @danagoodier @outoftrenchespc Instagram: @outoftrenchespc Facebook: @danagoodier Linkedin: Dana Goodier, EdD | LinkedIn YouTube: Dana Goodier - YouTube Bulk Book Orders: Road to Awesome site https://www.amazon.com/Out-Trenches-Stories-Resilient-Educators/dp/B0BNTXPRTS?&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=eb8b18c85cb21fb97db2860dcd27542f&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 [caption id="attachment_4030" align="alignnone" width="1024"] FireBird Speak Up Radio Book Award Winner, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

In this week’s episode, Brandon Beck shares how he is unlocking his student’s potential by seeking new practices for his classroom, such as bringing in a service dog and mentorship program to his school. In this episode, we discuss: Finding joy in the journey Leaning into areas that we are passionate about to be the best leader possible His podcast and book Unlocking Unlimited Potential About Brandon Beck: Dr. Brandon Beck is an educator, speaker, coach, and author of "Unlocking Unlimited Potential: Understanding the Infinite Power Within to Guide Any Student Toward Success." As a keynote speaker, Brandon is best known for his inspirational storytelling. His events directly connect authentic activities which build upon the ultimate goal for all... Unlocking Unlimited Potential. He is also the host of the "Unlocking Unlimited Potential Stories Show," a live show and podcast where he interviews inspiring people sharing their inspiring stories. Brandon is a National Board Certified teacher and also holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership. He has been an elementary teacher for 18 years and a monolingual, bilingual educator for over 12 years. He is also a college professor, consultant, Results Coach, an editor and reviewer for AASA Journal of Scholarship &amp; Practice, a regular keynote speaker at state, regional, and national conferences. Dr. Beck is also a Mutt-i-grees National Trainer. Mutt-i-grees is a program designed by Yale University’s 21st Century in partnership with North Shore Animal League. The Mutt-i-grees curriculum is an innovative Pre-K - Grade 12 social emotional learning program that brings adopted shelter dogs into schools. Dr. Beck is an entrepreneur and professional soccer coach. He is currently a nationally certified instructor for the United States Soccer Federation. Throughout his career, he has coached teams that have won numerous state, regional, and national championships. Follow Brandon Beck: Website: www.BrandonBeckEDU.com Twitter: @BrandonBeckEDU Instagram: @BrandonBeckEDU Other: https://linktr.ee/BrandonBeckEDU https://www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Unlimited-Potential-Brandon-Beck/dp/1777473284?crid=P9B6KT4I3REH&amp;keywords=unlocking+unlimited+potential&amp;qid=1672346252&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=unlocking+unlimited+potential%2Cstripbooks%2C114&amp;sr=1-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=58c560970732566139f1980a5c72d1e0&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! [caption id="attachment_4053" align="aligncenter" width="325"] Papa Rob's Coffee, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! [caption id="attachment_4030" align="alignnone" width="1024"] FireBird Speak Up Radio Book Award Winner, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&am

In this new BONUS episode, we learn from Danny Bauer’s story of failure as he had a crucial conversation with a teacher but used several ineffective communication strategies in the meeting. Join us as we work through the resolution and the lesson learned through this misstep. About Danny Bauer: Daniel Bauer is an unorthodox Ruckus Maker who has mentored thousands of school leaders through his Better Leaders Better Schools blog, books, podcasts, and powerful coaching experiences. Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader is a book that reimagines what professional development for school administrators looks like in order to meet the needs of all school leaders who currently feel isolated and overwhelmed. Follow Danny Bauer: Website: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/alienearbud Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alienearbud/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danevanbauer?ref=bookmarks Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielevanbauer/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwVE_oB3URcg7ghv2Mn3yiQ?sub_confirmation=1 Book:https://us.corwin.com/en-us/nam/mastermind/book275490#description Free Chapter to the Book: https://www.betterleadersbetterschools.com/freechapter/ The Principal Success Path Program: https://joshstamper.com/success/ New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 [caption id="attachment_4030" align="alignnone" width="1024"] FireBird Speak Up Radio Book Award Winner, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 &nbsp; Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

In this week’s episode, George Couros shares stories of his leadership journey, advises on how to serve as a young leader, and explains how creating content enhances the trajectory of those we serve. In this episode, we discuss: How change is an opportunity to do something amazing Anxiety as a strength not a weakness “Not paying for a course twice” as a leader About George Couros: My name is George Couros, and I am currently an Innovative Teaching, Learning, and Leadership Consultant and speaker and the author of “The Innovator’s Mindset” and “Innovate Inside the Box” and co-owner of IMPress Books. I have worked at all school levels, from K-12 as a teacher, technology facilitator, and school and district administrator, and I am currently an Adjunct Instructor with the Graduate School of Education at the University of Pennsylvania. I believe that creating a collaborative environment with all stakeholders will help to ensure that we meet the best needs of all children. I am lucky to be the father of two wonderful children, Kallea and Georgia, and I am driven to ensure that they and every student have an amazing experience in their K-12 schooling. I am not focused solely on preparing students for the “real world” but want them to make the real world better. Follow George Couros: Website: https://georgecouros.ca/blog/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gcouros/ https://www.amazon.com/Innovators-Mindset-Empower-Learning-Creativity/dp/0986155497?crid=OYX9DKJ2NEWT&amp;keywords=george+couros&amp;qid=1671295533&amp;sprefix=george+couros%2Caps%2C132&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=f35f0357df7f39da9ed9d71bee05b652&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl https://www.amazon.com/Because-Teacher-Stories-Inspire-Education/dp/194833433X?crid=OYX9DKJ2NEWT&amp;keywords=george+couros&amp;qid=1671295483&amp;sprefix=george+couros%2Caps%2C132&amp;sr=8-3&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=f07bcaba9792a45648c98f58f8259b6c&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl &nbsp; New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_4030" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award![/caption] I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 &nbsp; Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

In this new BONUS episode, we learn from Michael Earnshaw’s story of failure as he assumed a teacher took care of an important Special Education task and realized the miscommunication. Join us as we work through the resolution and the lesson learned through this misstep. About Michael Earnshaw: Michael Earnshaw, The Punk Rock Principal, is helping to change the game of education. By implementing a mobile office, Mr. Earnshaw has been able to be “all in” working with students and staff. Mike builds relationships with all and pushes staff to get out of their comfort zones and bring meaningful learning experiences to their students. This has helped to keep staff retention at a high, a collaborative productive culture, and student success climbing. Follow Michael Earnshaw: Twitter: https://twitter.com/EduChefEarnshaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/educhefearnshaw/?hl=en &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_4087" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, The Educulture Cookbook, Michael Earnshaw, Joshua Stamper, Holiday Bundle[/caption] Holiday Leadership Book Bundle: https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/products/leadership-holiday-bundle &nbsp; New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ [caption id="attachment_4053" align="alignnone" width="720"] Papa Rob's Coffee, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] &nbsp; Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

In this week’s episode, Tisha Richmond shares her experience of losing joy as a teacher and how using gamification in her classroom increased her happiness, student motivation, and overall engagement. In this episode, we discuss: How to create the “Extreme Lesson Makeover” The origin story of Tisha’s podcast And her book, Making Learning Magical! About Tisha Richmond: Tisha is a district Student Engagement and Professional Development Specialist, international speaker, and author from Southern Oregon. She taught Family and Consumer Science for 25 years and has served in various leadership roles at the regional and national level. She recently co-founded Southern Oregon CUE, the first CUE affiliate in Oregon. Tisha is the author of the book Make Learning MAGICAL, which unlocks seven keys to transform teaching and create unforgettable experiences in the classroom. She speaks nationally on a variety of topics related to teaching and learning in all content and grade levels. ​In 2018, she was a recipient of Medford School District's Golden Pear Educator Secondary Teacher Award and a first place winner of the Henry Ford Innovation Nation Educator Award. Tisha is passionate about infusing joy, passion, play, and gamified strategies to immerse and empower our 21st century learners and make learning a MAGICAL experience for all! She connects globally with educators around the world continuously reaching beyond her comfort zone to grow and help transform the educational landscape so all learners can thrive. Follow Tisha Richmond: Website: www.tisharichmond.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/tishrich (@tishrich) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makelearningmagical/ (@tishrichmond) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tisha-richmond-4a0333190/ https://www.amazon.com/Make-Learning-Magical-Unforgettable-Experiences/dp/1946444995?crid=1N89DL2MMTPFP&amp;keywords=making+learning+magical&amp;qid=1670699948&amp;sprefix=making+learning+magical%2Caps%2C157&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=32c5ecc182eb8a0a4bc172a82f503280&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! [caption id="attachment_4030" align="alignnone" width="1024"] I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! [/caption] It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 [caption id="attachment_3962" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead Course, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positi

In this week’s episode, Frederick Buskey shares the trap that all new leaders get caught in and how to shift into an effective and strategic leader. In this episode, we discuss: The black hole that new leaders fall into A timeline of action steps for new leaders to improve their practices And The Assistant Principal Podcast! About Frederick Buskey: Frederick is the founder of Strategic Leadership Consulting, and the host of The Assistant Principal Podcast. He is passionate about improving life and leadership for school leaders by making complex ideas simple and building the mindset, structures, and skills to help school leaders focus on supporting and growing teachers. Frederick uses his experiences and understanding of research to inform practical ideas and strategies for busy leaders. His 30+ years of educational experience include being a National Board Certified Teacher, entry-year teacher program coordinator, and 13 years as a researcher and principal licensure program coordinator at Western Carolina University and Clemson University. He lives and plays in the mountains of Western North Carolina and is a happy husband and father to four grown offspring. Follow Frederick Buskey: Website: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/frederickcb Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsulting &nbsp; New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! [caption id="attachment_4053" align="alignnone" width="720"] As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast![/caption] Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3247" align="alignleft" width="1024"] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE [/caption] Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 [caption id="attachment_4030" align="alignnone" width="1024"] FireBird Speak Up Radio Book Award Winner, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 [caption id="attachment_3908" align="alignnone" width="960"] Aspire to Lead Course, Teach Better, Joshua Stamper[/caption] Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

In this new BONUS episode, we learn from Bryan Zwemke’s story of failure by not including his teachers in an important shift in procedure. Join me as I also share a similar mistake and how I worked through the misstep of not collaborating with my colleagues. About Bryan Zwemke: Bryan Zwemke is an Assistant Superintendent of Learning and Innovation in Illinois with 22 years of experience teaching and leadership in rural, suburban, and urban settings focused on student achievement and student engagement. His priorities focus on the core strategies of a guaranteed and viable curriculum, mental health, equity and access for all students, supporting quality teams, and personalized learning for students. Bryan completed his doctoral program for Educational Leadership at Aurora University defending his dissertation Building Social Capital Through Social Media and is serving as an adjunct professor at Aurora University. As a veteran administrator, Bryan has developed a passion for the necessary change toward future ready education - an ecosystem dedicated to student growth, collaborative spaces and practices, and research supported techniques to long term success. Further, Bryan is a blog, host, and podcast contributor on the Teach Better Team. Follow Bryan Zwemke: Twitter: https://twitter.com/BryanZwemke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryanzwemke/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-zwemke-5a8555165/ &nbsp; Teach Better Administrator Mastermind: https://www.teachbetter.com/mastermind/ &nbsp; New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! [caption id="attachment_4053" align="alignnone" width="720"] Papa Rob's Coffee, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ [caption id="attachment_3247" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire Swag, Teach Better Team, Joshua Stamper, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon ....or the holiday bundle at https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/collections/new-releases/products/leadership-holiday-bundle https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

In this week’s episode, Hunter Flesch shares his journey as a teacher, Masters student, and aspiring leader as he learns how to lead a building. In this episode, we discuss: Asking the correct questions as a new leader Finding ways to bring joy to teachers And his wonderful podcast, The Ed Essentials Podcast! About Hunter Flesch: Hunter Flesch is a current middle school teacher, mentor teacher, and host of “The Ed Essentials Podcast” where he gives teachers and leaders strategies that work! Hunter holds a degree in Elementary and Middle Level Education and is currently pursuing his Masters in Educational Leadership in hopes of becoming a school principal. Follow Hunter Flesch: Website: https://www.edessentials.net/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/edessentials_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edessentials_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/edessentialscollection Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunter-flesch-669a36122/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU17aTIV2O8Drt8M3Aoz7gA The Ed Essentials Podcast: https://podfollow.com/edessentials &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_4053" align="alignnone" width="720"] Papa Rob's Coffee, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! [caption id="attachment_4030" align="alignnone" width="1024"] FireBird Speak Up Radio Book Award Winner, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

In this week’s episode, Kim Gameroz breaks down the misconceptions of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and how to build a systematic approach to have the most impact with SEL. In this episode, we discuss: Creating a common language Making Morning Meetings meaningful And her upcoming book! About Kim Gameroz: Kim Gameroz is a change agent for schools and districts who seek to revolutionize classrooms by taking on a systematic approach to teaching social and emotional skills. For over 15 years, Kim has coached, trained, and mentored teachers, students, and families around the globe. She was invited to speak at Social Thinking's Global Provider's Conference in San Francisco, as well as Get Your Teach On's Rock Your School and PBIScon22 for PBIS Rewards. She has also consulted for school districts and families in need of social and emotional support, served on SEL panels for the Cotsen Art of Teaching Foundation, and has appeared on various webinars and podcasts with leaders and companies near and far. She holds a Bachelors in Psychology from California State University, Long Beach, and a Masters in Education from National University, San Diego. She currently resides in Dallas, Texas with her husband, Shaun, and son, Wyatt, and is looking forward to spreading her knowledge of SEL even further to schools, districts, and homes around the world. Follow Kim Gameroz: Website: SELebrateGoodTimes.com Instagram: @SELebrateGoodTimes Facebook: Private Facebook Group: From Powerless To EMPOWERED New OFFICIAL Sponsor of the Aspire to Lead Podcast! As a passionate coffee drinker, I am always looking for the best cup of premium coffee. Once Leslie and I tasted Papa Rob's Coffee, we instantly fell in love with the flavor of the Espresso Special Blend. Papa Rob's Coffee is the only coffee we drink and I'm proud to have them as the exclusive sponsor of the podcast! Papa Rob's Roasting Company was started to pass on the love for premium coffee that is as fresh as it is delicious! Rob sources only the finest green coffee beans from around the world and then roasts them to perfection upon order in small batches, so that they will always be at their peak flavor and freshness. One taste and you will experience the difference! Make sure you use the coupon code "Aspire15" to save 15% off your order! https://paparobscoffee.com/ &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Aspire and Teach Better Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_4024" align="aligncenter" width="500"] FireBird Award, Joshua-Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

I met my amazing guest at Teach Better 22 and we had a wonderful conversation, which I wanted to continue on the Aspire to Lead Podcast. In this week’s episode, Robert Dunlop shares his experiences on the pursuit of happiness and how a dark time in his life changed his perspective completely. In this episode, we discuss: Understanding and Learning from the Peaks and Valleys of our Professional Journey The Research on Happiness And his new book, STRIVE for Happiness in Education! About Robert Dunlop: Robert Dunlop is a teacher, speaker and author who has a passion for helping other educators love their careers. His work with thousands of teachers, principals and support staff has given him insight into the importance of happiness in education. He believes that all students deserve to be surrounded by educators who are passionate and love coming to school each day. To help make this a reality, he has made it his mission to help educators make happiness and well-being a priority. Recently, he published STRIVE for Happiness in Education and speaks regularly to spread his message. &nbsp; Follow Robert Dunlop: Website: https://www.motivatedu.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/robdunlopEDU Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robdunlopedu/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robert.dunlop.505/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robdunlopedu/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1crbxIrUUQ2gckTlGhkaQg https://www.amazon.com/Strive-Happiness-Education-Robert-Dunlop/dp/1970133570?crid=E2293HK9KQ4H&amp;keywords=STRIVE+for+happiness+in+education+book+Robert&amp;qid=1668310681&amp;sprefix=strive+for+happiness+in+education+book+robert%2Caps%2C129&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=a2e42aa18fe6e5f663a05415f27d26e2&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

In this week’s episode, Bryan Zwemke shares how he started a new position this summer to serve his district in a new role. Regardless of your position, we all need support in our leadership journey and Bryan shares some wonderful strategies to connect and grow to gain leadership knowledge. In this episode, we discuss: The support and guidance needed to survive a new leadership position Personalized learning and the changes needed to enhance student soft skills And the Teach Better Administrator Mastermind! About Bryan Zwemke: Bryan Zwemke is an Assistant Superintendent of Learning and Innovation in Illinois with 22 years of experience teaching and leadership in rural, suburban, and urban settings focused on student achievement and student engagement. His priorities focus on the core strategies of a guaranteed and viable curriculum, mental health, equity and access for all students, supporting quality teams, and personalized learning for students. Bryan completed his doctoral program for Educational Leadership at Aurora University defending his dissertation Building Social Capital Through Social Media and is serving as an adjunct professor at Aurora University. As a veteran administrator, Bryan has developed a passion for the necessary change toward future ready education - an ecosystem dedicated to student growth, collaborative spaces and practices, and research supported techniques to long term success. Further, Bryan is a blog, host, and podcast contributor on the Teach Better Team. Follow Bryan Zwemke: Twitter: https://twitter.com/BryanZwemke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bryanzwemke/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-zwemke-5a8555165/ Teach Better Administrator Mastermind: https://www.teachbetter.com/mastermind/ [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 [caption id="attachment_4030" align="alignnone" width="1024"] FireBird Speak Up Radio Book Award Winner, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

Today’s leaders face the challenge of leading five generations: Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and brand-new Generation Z teachers, along with Gen Alpha, today’s youngest students. In this week’s episode, Mark White, shares his research and experiences to address expectations implicit with leading each generation. In this episode, we discuss: Tactics for transitioning to 5-Gen Leadership and understanding distinct generations in teaching staff Advice for creating a welcoming environment for Gen Z and Gen Alpha And his book, Leading 5 Generations in Schools! About Mark White: Mark White is an award-winning teacher, school leader, and author. He was previously the superintendent of the Gahanna-Jefferson Public Schools in Gahanna, Ohio, and the academic principal at the Beijing National Day School in Beijing, China. He has frequently been a guest speaker in universities and at local, state, and national conferences. As a consultant, he has coached thousands of educators in schools across America. Mark is the co-author, along with Dwight L. Carter, of What's in Your Space: Five Steps for Successful School Redesign (Corwin Press 2016) and Leading Schools in Disruptive Times: How to Survive Hyper-Change (Corwin Press 2018), which was chosen by Learning Forward as a book club selection. A second edition of the book, updated during the COVID pandemic of 2020, was released in 2021. His latest book, 5-Gen Leadership: Leading 5 Generations in Schools in the 2020’s was released by Corwin Press in October of 2021 and was recently selected for placement in the Sage Knowledge digital library, a collection of books accessed by researchers and academics from around the world. Follow Mark White: Website: www.markwhitelearning.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarkWhite55 (@markwhite55) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suptmarkwhite/ (@suptmarkwhite) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markwhite55/ https://www.amazon.com/5-Gen-Leadership-Leading-Generations-Schools/dp/1071837028?crid=18NHTG3K1Z8I&amp;keywords=Leading+5+Generations+in+Schools&amp;qid=1667063816&amp;sprefix=leading+5+generations+in+schools%2Caps%2C125&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=f3300f2214328fc8d7aaaa082628a392&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I’m happy to announce that my book, “Aspire to Lead”, won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! [caption id="attachment_4030" align="alignnone" width="1024"] FireBird Speak Up Radio Book Award Winner, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

In this week’s episode, Rose Griffen, shares her story of discovering a need with non- verbal autistic children and how she stepped up to create her own product to help support her students. In addition to the products she creates, Rose has become a huge resource in the special education space as she helps consult, speak, and teach about autism and communication skills. In this episode, we discuss: Strategies to enhance our communication Breaking down the misconceptions of Autism And her podcast, Autism Outreach! About Rose Griffin: Rosemarie Griffin, MA, CCC/SLP BCBA, is an ASHA certified Speech-Language Pathologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She divides her time between a public school and her own private practice, ABA SPEECH. She is the founder of ABA SPEECH. ABA SPEECH offers therapy services, courses, consultations and products geared towards helping autistic students find their voice. Rose is also the host of the Autism Outreach Podcast, a weekly show all about autism and communication. She is a sought after speaker who enjoys connecting with audiences at the local, state and national level. Rose is passionate about the mission of ABA SPEECH, which is to help all students become more independent communicators. Follow Rose Griffin: Website: www.abaspeech.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abaspeechbyrose/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXRBJBfK_294R58U5bOyvUQ/videos Podcast: https://abaspeech.org/autism-outreach-podcast/ Courses: https://abaspeech.org/courses-and-products/ &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead Won the FireBird Award! I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", won the 2022 Leadership Book Award from Speak Up Talk Radio! [caption id="attachment_4030" align="alignnone" width="1024"] FireBird Speak Up Radio Book Award Winner, Joshua Stamper, Aspire to Lead[/caption] It is a great honor to get this kind of recognition and I really appreciate all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

After a fantastic weekend of learning and fun, I had to get one of my Teach Better Teammates on with me to recap this epic event. In this week’s bonus episode, Katie Miglin, provides some insight, behind the scenes stories, and additional information from the Teach Better 22 Conference! In this episode, we discuss: Key takeaways from Teach Better 22 Networking events and how to get connected And the 12 hour live show! About Katie Miglin: Katie Miglin was a former classroom teacher of 13 years in the middle school setting. She taught 7th grade for all thirteen years with a few sections of 6th and 8th grade sprinkled throughout. Her experience includes teaching Writing and Math. During her time in the schools, Katie has held a variety of roles including Fellowship of Christian Athletes Huddle Leader, Curriculum Chair, Drama Club Director, and PBIS Tier 1 Coach. She has also been a part of the building leadership team, community outreach team, and before school program. Katie is now working for the Teach Better Team as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction. In this role, Katie coordinates several events including the 12 Hour Live and the Teach Better Conference, as well as provides professional development for school districts . Through this position, Katie has had the pleasure of connecting with other educators from all over the world and has loved meeting innovative and hardworking people from all walks of life. While working has always brought Katie joy, her true love is at home with her husband, 2 daughters and dog. She loves working out, reading, and doing anything that involves the outdoors. Follow Katie Miglin: Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrsKMigs (@MrsKMigs) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/k_miglin/ (@k_miglin) Teach Better Academy: https://www.teachbetteracademy.com/ [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

What do we do when we are at our breaking point and feel completely overwhelmed? For many, unfortunately, masking and ignoring the problems become the unhealthy solution. This week’s guest, Jeff Kubiak, is incredibly transparent and brave as he shares his battle with alcoholism, his focus on mental health, and how he is transforming his campus to focus on the social and emotional needs of his students and staff. In this episode, we discuss: Focusing on the Trauma of Staff and Students Equity Walks on Campus And his upcoming book, Monsters Do Have Manners! About Jeff Kubiak: I, Jeff Kubiak, grew up in Davis, CA with one sister, and an amazing mother and father. My mom was a public school teacher for 33 years, and my dad worked for UC Davis for 35 years. I have a phenomenal wife, Piper and two kids, Keeley, and Braden. My pops passed away in 2019 from Alzheimers. I am currently an educator, author and speaker in Northern California. Having taught for ten years as an elementary school teacher in grades 4, 5, and 6, and am now serving my 10th year as an administrator as an Elementary School VP, in Elk Grove. I’ve always looked at education from a different lens: from someone who hated school and struggled with the typical educational model. I vow to always do my best to help increase opportunities for all students to feel heard, noticed, celebrated, challenged and be safe. Serving the whole child is one of my most valued passions, as we often miss out on an important piece of a child’s puzzle. I work hard to push back against the old model of “Industrialized Education” and fight compliance. Not a day goes by that he is not looking ahead to improve educational equity, inclusion, empathy, student engagement and digital access for all. I enjoy blogging, and writing. My first book, One Drop of Kindness hit the bookstores in summer, 2019 and my second book, It’s Me, released on 11/15/2020. My third book, Monsters have Manners will be out in mid ‘22. I’ve hit the top, at times: US Olympic Swim Team Alternate, Pan American Games Gold Medalist, Coach of 4 time Olympian, Jason Lezak. I’ve seen the bottom, almost losing it all, which has brought me to the Glory of God’s path to sobriety for 20 months and counting now. In my 22 years as an educator, I view myself as a servant leader whose title is unimportant, but my positive impact on others counts most. Servitude is my passion, and education is my vehicle. I enjoy working with companies and people that are not afraid to push boundaries, be honest, are open to difficult conversations, and embrace ALL students. I can be found on Twitter @jeffreykubiak, Instagram @jeffkubiakauthor, or at jeffkubiak.com Follow Jeff Kubiak: Website: https://www.jeffkubiak.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeffreykubiak (@jeffreykubiak) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffkubiakauthor/ (@jeffkubiakauthor) Facebook: @jeffkubiakauthor Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreykubiak https://www.amazon.com/One-Drop-Kindness-Jeff-Kubiak/dp/1970133317?crid=3BKP9VIJ6UJUF&amp;keywords=jeff+kubiak+book&amp;qid=1665252571&amp;qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjkzIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&amp;sprefix=jeff+kubiak+boo%2Caps%2C130&amp;sr=8-2&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=3e885dd8c6c6d2d5d18733dbe4509b83&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl https://www.amazon.com/Its-Me-Jeff-Kubiak/dp/1970133996?crid=3BKP9VIJ6UJUF&amp;keywords=jeff+kubiak+book&amp;qid=1665252870&amp;qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjkzIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&amp;sprefix=jeff+kubiak+boo%2Caps%2C130&amp;sr=8-2&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=6005f0972e424aa30b270177ac1bc0c9&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl Teach Better Conference: https://teachbetterconference.com/ Use Code AspireTB2022 for $50 off your two day registration [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua

This week’s guest, Lindsay Lyons, shares how by including student voice and enhancing the curriculum to include opportunities to discuss important topics, the culture of the classroom increases equity and inclusiveness. In this episode, we discuss: Curriculum Design for Difficult Topics Student Partnership Opportunities And her podcast, Time for Teachership! About Lindsay Lyons: Lindsay Lyons (she/her) is an educational justice coach who works with teachers and school leaders to inspire educational innovation for racial and gender justice, design curricula grounded in student voice, and build capacity for shared leadership. Lindsay taught in NYC public schools, holds a PhD in Leadership and Change, and is the founder of the educational blog and podcast, Time for Teachership. Follow Lindsay Lyons: Website: www.lindsaybethlyons.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/lindsayblyons Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaybethlyons Free resource for listeners: Provides focus in 4 minutes for Curriculum Directors. Take a short quiz + get a personalized playlist of next steps, podcast recommendations, strategies, + templates at bit.ly/curriculumquiz &nbsp; Teach Better Conference: https://teachbetterconference.com/ Use Code AspireTB2022 for $50 off your two day registration [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

This week’s guest, Jorge Valenzuela, shares his journey of how he was introduced to Emotional Intelligence in his personal life and how he used his action research to help districts implement sound SEL practices on their campuses. In this episode, we discuss: “Learning Walks” to Provide Feedback The Importance of Gathering Data for Action Research And his new podcast, SEL in Action Podcast! About Jorge Valenzuela: Jorge Valenzuela is an education coach, author, and advocate. He has years of experience as a teacher, curriculum specialist, and consultant. Using action research methodology, his work helps school leaders and teachers reach their unique success paths to innovation in school leadership, tiered instruction, project-based learning, computer science and STEM education, and social and emotional learning across the curriculum. Jorge is an adjunct professor at Old Dominion University and the lead coach at Lifelong Learning Defined. He is an ASCD faculty and consults for Corwin, Premiere Speakers Bureau, and Instructional Innovation Partners. His books Rev Up Robotics, Environmental Science for Grades 6-12, and jump-start guides are available from ISTE. His following book, which focuses on SEL activation across the curriculum, is forthcoming from Solution Tree. Jorge is also the host of the SEL in Action podcast on BAM Radio Network. Follow Jorge Valenzuela: Website: https://www.lifelonglearningdefined.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JorgeDoesPBL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jorgedoespbl/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifelongLearningDefined/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jorgedoespbl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpFCeG0NRHLcReqg9cdZEjg/featured Edutopia Articles: https://www.edutopia.org/profile/jorge-valenzuela https://www.amazon.com/Raising-Equity-Through-SEL-Trauma-Informed/dp/1952812917?crid=2V30WKBBXSHA6&amp;keywords=jorge+valenzuela+book&amp;qid=1664047737&amp;qu=eyJxc2MiOiIxLjQwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&amp;sprefix=jorge+valenzuela+book%2Caps%2C127&amp;sr=8-3&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=05dcf69f7a6c3da05d64e9c78508cda4&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl https://www.amazon.com/SEL-Action-Tools-Students-Learn/dp/1564849120?crid=2V30WKBBXSHA6&amp;keywords=jorge+valenzuela+book&amp;qid=1664047779&amp;qu=eyJxc2MiOiIxLjQwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&amp;sprefix=jorge+valenzuela+book%2Caps%2C127&amp;sr=8-4&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=407c560c2bce05d43d270c4eb7d455b3&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl https://www.amazon.com/Environmental-Science-Grades-6-12-Project-Based/dp/1564849252?crid=2V30WKBBXSHA6&amp;keywords=jorge+valenzuela+book&amp;qid=1664047779&amp;qu=eyJxc2MiOiIxLjQwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&amp;sprefix=jorge+valenzuela+book%2Caps%2C127&amp;sr=8-5&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=1216af0b1bf0dcd9b4f9211b6b87b1e9&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl Teach Better Conference: https://teachbetterconference.com/ Use Code AspireTB2022 for $50 off your two day registration [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon....

This week’s guest, Kevin J. Butler, shares how he lost his passion to teach and how he transformed his teaching style to become more engaging. While teachers don’t train to be entertainers, teaching must capture students’ attention and at times entertain them. This doesn’t mean that every lesson has to be a Broadway musical number, but it does require educators to be intentional when engaging students in active learning. We discuss Kevin’s new book, Lights, Cameras, TEACH!, and how he brings the magic of the movies to the classroom, presenting a scene-by-scene script packed with film-inspired ideas for educators. In this episode, we discuss: Community Building Strategies Reigniting your Passions as a Teacher. And his new book, Lights, Cameras, TEACH! About Kevin Butler: Kevin began teaching in 2002 in New York at a suburban public school on Long Island. He relocated to California to consult and teach at a startup charter school. For the last six years, Kevin taught fifth grade at an independent school in Los Angeles and was a member of the school's administrative team, serving as K-6 Director of Curriculum and Instruction. Kevin's classroom instruction focuses on creating authentic learning experiences while engaging his students in content-driven instruction. In the spring of 2020, Kevin was a guest on the Kelly Clarkson Show, where Kelly highlighted his dedication to his students during the Covid-19 crisis. In addition to teaching, Kevin speaks and presents at national educator conferences throughout the United States, including Teach Better, ASCD, and Teach Your Heart Out. Kevin also enjoys visiting schools and facilitating sessions and workshops on student engagement, classroom culture, and the importance of building relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. This fall, Kevin is extremely excited to be kicking off his twentieth year teaching sixth grade at a school in the city of West Hollywood. Follow Kevin J. Butler: Website: www.thekevinjbutler.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheKevinJButler Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekevinjbutler/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheKevinJButler YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVPT51qVhwUM4uIXfqtkq8A?view_as=subscriber https://www.amazon.com/Lights-Cameras-TEACH-Screenplay-Relationships/dp/1956306331?crid=2LT7025HSTY4Z&amp;keywords=lights+cameras+teach&amp;qid=1663435669&amp;sprefix=lights+cameras+teach%2Caps%2C115&amp;sr=8-3&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=4bdfe47b39cf2c662d87b223fe1f0e59&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl Teach Better Conference: https://teachbetterconference.com/ Use Code AspireTB2022 for $50 off your two day registration [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 &nbsp; Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

In this 26th 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 new initiatives by new leaders, abandoning campus programs, leadership advice, the Teach Better conference, and the latest news with the Teach Better Team! Featuring Jeff Gargas and Joshua Stamper Teach Better Conference: https://teachbetterconference.com/ AspireTB2022 for $50 off Follow Jeff Gargas: Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeffgargas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_jeffgargas/ Follow Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 Follow The Teach Better Team: Twitter: https://twitter.com/teachbetterteam Website: https://www.teachbetter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam The Teach Better Podcast: https://www.teachbetter.com/podcast/ https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1949595668/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1949595668&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=76f63506c1e5b2f907d05fb13ab6f8e4 &nbsp; 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 at www.teachbetter.com/swag [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Use Discount Code: ASPIRE for 25% OFF Tee-Shirts, Hoodies, and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast The 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.

This week’s guest, Kyle Hill, shares how his role as a Special Education Lead and parent has uncovered a huge gap in the communication and relationship between the school, parents, and the student. Kyle provides wonderful advice and resources to help all parties succeed in creating an effective plan for our struggling students. In this episode, we discuss: Strategies to help students with their classroom behavior Resources for parents to assist their special education meetings And his podcast, Xhausted Educators! About Kyle Hill: School was a struggle for Kyle Hill. In fact, as someone with undiagnosed ADHD, school was more of a chore than an opportunity. Due to his own experiences with academic and behavior challenges, Kyle decided to become an elementary, special education teacher to support students with their own unique needs. He served in this role for 19 years in both co-taught general education classrooms and self contained special education classrooms. Since then, he has become a district-wide resource lead, specializing in intervention programs, mentoring programs, transition services, and instructional or behavioral support coaching, all in an attempt to assist educators from Pre-K to 12th grade. His ultimate goal is to provide support and guidance for those who help students who struggle in some capacity. Kyle’s most important job and passion though, is being a father of 3 children who have their own unique challenges. Through learning how to support his own children, both he and his wife have learned the importance of working with outside organizations in order to help children and their families. He packages both of his passions into one organization as the founder of the RechargED Family. This allows Kyle to provide free content and resources for parents and educators who want to find ways to support kids. Whether it be through his podcasts like the Xhausted Educators show, the Parents RechargED show or the RechargED Family YouTube channel, Kyle aims to provide content for others so that children and teens get the support that they deserve. Also a part of the RechargED Family organization is Holding On To Learning LLC. As the owner, he works with individual families to answer any education or outside service related questions and provide them with resources to help their child who may be struggling in some capacity. You can connect with Kyle on Instagram and Twitter @rechargedfamily or by visiting https://www.rechargedfamily.com/ Follow Kyle Hill: Website: https://www.rechargedfamily.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rechargedfamily @rechargedfamily Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rechargedfamily/ @rechargedfamily YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFrfIO3DXOQrs_vrLP_1oVg @rechargedfamily Email - [email protected] Podcast: https://www.teachbetter.com/podcasts/xhausted-educators/ &nbsp; Teach Better Conference: https://teachbetterconference.com/ Use Code AspireTB2022 for $50 off your two day registration [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take th

This week’s guest, Carl Hooker, shares how to tackle the challenge of creating innovation in the classroom and he provides ideas for both teachers and leaders with new ways to motivate learners of all ages and open up their creative pathways. In this episode, we discuss: Enhancing skills beyond technology The future of education and online learning And his book, Ready.Set.FAIL! About Carl Hooker: Carl Hooker is an educational consultant and speaker from Austin, TX. He spent the past 24 years as a teacher and administrator building successful blended learning programs for schools. He also serves as an advisor for multiple ed tech companies and is the co-founder of the social media platform K12Leaders.com. He has written 6 books on mobile learning as well as being a named a National Faculty Member Emeritus for Future Ready Schools out of Washington, D.C. He hosts three podcasts (ISTE’s Learning UnLeashed, The UnDisruptED podcast, and the Forward to Different podcast) and his latest book Ready, Set, FAIL! is intended for teachers and school leaders looking to unlock creativity and innovation in their schools and classrooms. For full bio go to https://CarlHooker.com Follow Carl Hooker: Website: https://carlhooker.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrhooker Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hookertech/ Podcasts: https://carlhooker.com/podcasts/ k12leaders Platform: https://k12leaders.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Ready-Set-FAIL-Risk-Taking-Creativity/dp/1990566103?crid=1DM0QFS8QIB8H&amp;keywords=ready+set+fail&amp;qid=1662230952&amp;sprefix=ready+set+fail%2Caps%2C507&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=b8f9931fbf17190d797cc72130839f58&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl &nbsp; Teach Better Conference: https://teachbetterconference.com/ Use Code AspireTB2022 for $50 off your two day registration &nbsp; Teach Better Academy: https://www.teachbetteracademy.com/ [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

This week’s guest, David Frangiosa, shares how he used multiple grading procedures to discover a process that revolutionized his classroom and shifted the focus to learning, which was going gradeless. We dive into this structure of feedback, student self pacing, and the misconceptions of this system. In this episode, we discuss: Utilizing an Accountability Checklist The differences of going gradeless vs. Standards Based Grading And his book, Going Gradeless: Shifting the Focus to Student Learning! About David Frangiosa: David Frangiosa is a high school science teacher from Northern NJ and the co-author of Going Gradeless: Shifting the Focus to Student Learning, Corwin Press. Over the past seven years, he has been performing action research on grade reform and the impact of various instructional approaches. He is an educational blogger who maintains his own blog at ReimaginedSchools.com, as well as contributes to the TeachBetter blog, SchoolRubric and Teachers Going Gradeless. He also hosts the podcast, From Earning to Learning. Follow David Frangiosa: Website: www.reimaginedschools.com Twitter:https://twitter.com/DavidFrangiosa (@DavidFrangiosa) Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-frangiosa-4278a61/ https://www.amazon.com/Going-Gradeless-Grades-6-12-Shifting/dp/1071837540?crid=3JBK5C58NKV57&amp;keywords=going+gradeless+focus&amp;qid=1661623245&amp;sprefix=going+gradeless+focus%2Caps%2C183&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=6dad3f6cba0ca362eebff1b725ec10c4&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl Teach Better Conference: https://teachbetterconference.com/ Use Code AspireTB2022 for $50 off your two day registration &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

This week’s guest, Katie Miglin, shares how to create an interdisciplinary learning experience in the classroom, while using the Grid Method to enhance student voice and ownership of the content. In this episode, we discuss: New Teach Better Course on Interdisciplinary Learning New Opportunities to Provide Student Feedback And the Teach Better 22 Conference! About Katie Miglin: Katie Miglin was a former classroom teacher of 13 years in the middle school setting. She taught 7th grade for all thirteen years with a few sections of 6th and 8th grade sprinkled throughout. Her experience includes teaching Writing and Math. During her time in the schools, Katie has held a variety of roles including Fellowship of Christian Athletes Huddle Leader, Curriculum Chair, Drama Club Director, and PBIS Tier 1 Coach. She has also been a part of the building leadership team, community outreach team, and before school program. Katie is now working for the Teach Better Team as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction. In this role, Katie coordinates several events including the 12 Hour Live and the Teach Better Conference, as well as provides professional development for school districts . Through this position, Katie has had the pleasure of connecting with other educators from all over the world and has loved meeting innovative and hardworking people from all walks of life. While working has always brought Katie joy, her true love is at home with her husband, 2 daughters and dog. She loves working out, reading, and doing anything that involves the outdoors. Follow Katie Miglin: Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrsKMigs (@MrsKMigs) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/k_miglin/ (@k_miglin) &nbsp; Teach Better Conference: https://teachbetterconference.com/ Use Code AspireTB2022 for $50 off your two day registration &nbsp; Teach Better Academy: https://www.teachbetteracademy.com/ [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

This week’s guest, Dr. Marcus Belin, shares how a difficult start to his role as a Principal allowed him to appreciate, learn, and not regret the hard lessons of his leadership experience. In this episode, we discuss: Setting Fire to the “Comfort Box” Showing Vulnerability and Transparency to your Staff And his podcast, Unapologetic Leadership About Dr. Marcus Belin: Born and raised on the Southside of Chicago, Dr. Belin learned the value of education at a very young age. That belief has carried him into my career as an educator and my commitment to making an indelible mark on the lives of my students and colleagues. He attended Bradley University, where he received his bachelor’s in elementary education followed by a master’s in education administration. He completed his doctorate at National Louis University in July 2020. His career as a 5th- and 6th-grade social studies teacher at Quest Charter Academy, a brand new charter school that was opening its doors in Peoria. He then became the Dean of Students at the newly opened Quest Charter Academy High School, and after two years was named the school’s assistant principal. As a young administrator, he had the opportunity to help build the culture and structure of a new high school. Just a few years later he became the assistant principal at Dunlap High School. With much to learn, he quickly became connected to the community and focused his work on creating opportunities for students at Dunlap. Working as part of an administrative team of exceptional leaders, his efforts were focused on building a culture of opportunity, including the formation of an alternative education program for students who were credit-deficient. In 2018, he became principal at Huntley High School, a large and forward-thinking high school in the far northwest suburbs of Chicago that has built a national reputation as a leader in revolutionizing how students learn. This role has been the biggest and most rewarding experience in his education career so far. His goal is to create and maintain a learning environment that is full of opportunity for all students, an equitable and supportive community, and a place where every student knows they are loved and cared about. While climbing the ranks of administration. He currently serves as the first black President-elect of the Illinois Principals Association. He has dedicated time to IPA by serving the Central Illinois Valley Region of IPA as a board member, the membership chair of the Kishwaukee Region, and as Legislative Chair on the State Board. In 2014, he was named one of Peoria’s 40 Leaders Under 40. In 2020, awarded Illinois Principals Association Kishwaukee Region Principal of The Year award. Belin became a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. during his time at Bradley. Dr. Belin has a beautiful wife who is an awesome educator who loves kids and has a passion to help develop her fellow educators. The Belin team consists of three beautiful children, Maliyah, Makenzie, Mekhi. Belin's drive and passion as a servant leader guide his commitment to the work as an educator and school leader. His ultimate goal is to serve as the United States Secretary of Education. Follow Dr. Marcus Belin: Website: https://www.drmarcusbelin.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarcusJBelin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarcusbelin/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-belin-ed-d-98095359/ https://www.amazon.com/Because-Teacher-II-Stories-Teaching/dp/194833450X?crid=11HDG9LWOYNFQ&amp;keywords=george+couros&amp;qid=1660410034&amp;sprefix=george+couros%2Caps%2C107&amp;sr=8-3&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=39de2166dd2458fdc02944028e4fae43&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new

This week’s guest, Elijah Carbajal, shares how to be the best version of ourselves to create an environment that is inviting, caring, and accepting of all students. If you are looking to improve your classroom culture, this is the episode for you! In this episode, we discuss: Leading With Service The Shut Up and Teach Podcast And his soon to be released book, A Place They Love: Creating Healthy School Culture and Positively Impacting Students About Elijah Carbajal: Elijah is a Title I Reading Interventionist who has been teaching for 9 years, all in the state of NM. Teaching runs in his family. He’s married to a teacher, Tracey Taylor. Elijah is the host of “Shut Up And Teach” and he wrote a book that is being published by EduMatch Publishing this fall. Follow Elijah Carbajal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/carbaeli Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carbaeli/?hl=en Shut Up and Teach Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-shut-up-and-teach-podcast/id1537345112 &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

In this bonus episode, Starr Sackstein shares her exciting announcement about Hacking Assessment and we discuss how to shift the “Grades Mindset”, change your grading system, and improve the feedback process. In this episode, we discuss: A No-Grade Classroom Rebranding Assignments as learning experiences Project based learning - Teaching the Reflection Process Ditching the Traditional Gradebook And her new edition, Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School About Starr Sackstein: Starr Sackstein is a recovering perfectionist who is an assessment reforming enthusiast. Currently, she works with teacher teams to engage students in the learning process, advocate for personal growth, and effectively use student data to drive instruction with the Core Collaborative. She also works as publisher for Mimi &amp; Todd Press. In her past lives, she was a high school English and journalism teacher, a lead Humanities learner, and social media manager. Additionally, Starr is an author, blogger, and speaker committed to changing the way we do assessment nationally and globally. Her most recent book is called Assessing with Respect: Everyday Practices that Meet Students’ Social and Emotional Needs with ASCD. When Starr isn't evangelizing about grading reform, she is the wife to Charlie, mindfulness mountain biker extraordinaire, and mother to Logan, a high school student, and gamer and Huxley the cat, an aging Abyssinean. Follow Starr Sackstein Website: www.mssackstein.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/mssackstein (@MsSackstein) Instagram: Starr53177 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MsSackstein Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/starrsackstein/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/StarrSackstein Hacking Assessment Book (NEW Edition): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1956512217?&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=starrsacks-20&amp;linkId=3eb6cd7d997618655b7b038651defa60&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

This week’s guest, Dwight Carter, shares how the motto “Be GREAT” changed his mindset, school culture assessment, and trajectory of his leadership journey. Join us as we explore Dwight’s new district position and new book, Be Great! In this episode, we discuss: Assessing School and District Culture Gratitude Techniques And his new book, Be Great: Five Principles to Improve School Culture from the Inside Out About Dwight Carter: Dwight Carter is a nationally recognized school leader from Central OH. Because of his collaborative and innovative leadership, in 2010, he was inducted into the Jostens Renaissance Educator Hall of Fame. He was also named a 2013 National Association of Secondary School Principals Digital Principal of the Year, the 2014 Academy of Arts and Science Education High School Principal of the Year, the 2015 Ohio Alliance of Black School Educators Principal of the Year, and the 2021 Columbus Africentric Early College Sankofa Emerging Leader. He is currently the Director of Student Support Systems for the Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical School District. He is the co-author of What’s In Your Space? Five Steps to Better School and Classroom Design (Corwin, 2016), Leading Schools in Disruptive Times: How to Survive Hyper-change (Corwin 2018/2021); and a contributing author to Because of a Teacher: Stories of the Past to Inspire the Future of Education written and curated by George Couros. His first solo book, Be GREAT: Five Principles to Improve School Culture from the Inside Out, was just published on July 16th (IMPres, 2022). Additionally, he has contributed to several educational books and articles. Follow Dwight Carter: Website: https://dwightcarter.edublogs.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Dwight_Carter https://www.amazon.com/Be-Great-Principles-Improve-Culture/dp/1948334569?crid=3I2F0AQB04LOK&amp;keywords=dwight+carter+be+great&amp;qid=1659198143&amp;sprefix=dwight+carter+%2Caps%2C135&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=8f98d9ce9266eeb6a69882f9f303efcf&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

This week’s guest, PJ Caposey, shares how experiencing a tragedy at a young age shifted his mindset on the value of time and how time management is key in any successful leader’s skill set. In this episode, we discuss: The Reflection Process Valuing Coaching from Others Preparing our Students for their Future. About PJ Caposey: PJ Caposey is a dynamic speaker and a transformational leader and educator. PJ began his career as an award-winning teacher in the inner-city of Chicago and has subsequently led significant change in every administrative post he has held. PJ became a principal at the age of 28 and within three years was able to lead a small-town/rural school historically achieving near the bottom of its county to multiple national recognitions. After four years, PJ moved to his current district, Meridian CUSD 223, as superintendent and has led a similar turnaround leading to multiple national recognitions for multiple different efforts. PJ is a best-selling author and has written 8 books for various publishers. His work and commentary has been featured on sites such as the Washington Post, NPR, CBS This Morning, ASCD, Edutopia, the Huffington Post, and was featured in a Global Leaders Forum thinkpiece alongside the likes of General Petraeus and General McChrystal. He works in the Education Department of two universities and in a myriad of capacities with the Illinois Principal's Association including Principal Coach and author of the first complete stack of MicroCredentials offered in Illinois. Follow PJ Caposey: Website: https://pjcaposey.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MCUSDSupe Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pj-caposey-516538166/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp8FrmXxUmmMcMYF6aH_eYQ https://www.amazon.com/Manage-Your-Time-Will-You/dp/1416626654?crid=1OKMYUW0Q3GTE&amp;keywords=PJ+Caposey&amp;qid=1657654647&amp;sprefix=pj+caposey+%2Caps%2C101&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=2db054976a4db66b70c4bf3b0568ae7c&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl https://www.amazon.com/Building-Culture-Support-P-Caposey/dp/1596672277?crid=TN4Y8U2R5XRK&amp;keywords=pj+caposey&amp;qid=1658605059&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=pj+caposey%2Cstripbooks%2C101&amp;sr=1-5&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.18ed3cb5-28d5-4975-8bc7-93deae8f9840&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=996ab27457c0e0c63ff38de315e1e006&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

In this week’s episode, we flip the script! Sarah Johnson is hosting the Aspire to Lead Podcast to celebrate the 200th episode and to learn about the exciting news of Joshua’s new educational role! Thank you to all of the loyal listeners that have supported the show for the past 4 years. In this episode, we also discuss: Influence is not about a Title A look behind the scenes of the Aspire to Lead Podcast And a IN AWE Podcast announcement! 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: Sarah's Website Sarah on Twitter Sarah on IG Sarah on LinkedIn Sarah on Facebook Podcast Website Subscribe to the In AWE Podcast Join Sarah’s FREE Five Day Going Beyond Balance Challenge: https://www.amazon.com/Balance-Like-Pirate-Work-Life-Educator/dp/1946444928?crid=395PYSQ7CGYPH&amp;keywords=balance+like+a+pirate&amp;qid=1657991113&amp;sprefix=balance+like+a+%2Caps%2C104&amp;sr=8-3&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=c953db9acecad5cb5ac3414feda49fd7&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl https://www.amazon.com/Lead-FAITH-Building-Strong-Foundation/dp/1950714012?crid=3E4HFYP3TQ6QI&amp;keywords=lead+with+faith&amp;qid=1657991165&amp;sprefix=lead+with+faith%2Caps%2C110&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=4e8cbda37345a839d20951474dacc466&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] 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 at www.teachbetter.com/swag Use Discount Code: ASPIRE for 25% OFF Tee-Shirts, Hoodies, and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. &nbsp; BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 &nbsp; Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

This week’s guest, Erik Francis, shares how depth of knowledge and questioning is the missing link in education. Join us as we break down the stages of depth of knowledge and how you can incorporate multiple strategies into your classroom. In this episode, we discuss: Inquiry based instruction Changing the way we view education And his Newly Released Book, Deconstructing Depth of Knowledge: A Method and Model for Deeper Teaching and Learning About Erik Francis: Erik M. Francis, M.Ed., M.S., is an international author, educator, presenter, and professional development provider with over 25 years of experience in education. He is the author of Deconstructing Depth of Knowledge: A Method and Model for Deeper Teaching and Learning published by Solution Tree. He is also the author of Now That’s a Good Question! How to Promote Cognitive Rigor Through Classroom Questioning published by ASCD.. Erik is the owner of Maverik Education, providing professional development, guidance, and support on how to develop and deliver teaching and learning experiences that are standards-based, socially and emotionally supportive, and student responsive. He is also consistently ranked as one of the World’s Top 30 Education Professionals by the international research organization Global Gurus Follow Erik Francis: Website: https://maverikeducation.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Maverikedu12 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maverikeducation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5anyNjArZ-yD5A85mSpotw &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

This week’s guest, Tom Schimmer, dives into the frequent struggles and misperceptions of assessment practices. Tom provides excellent strategies to help provide feedback to your students and how to complete this important strategy in a timely manner. In this episode, we discuss: Frequent Mistakes in the World of Grading, Rubrics, and Assessments Student Investment through Assessment And his Newly Released Book, Concise Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Assessment and Grading About Tom Schimmer: Tom Schimmer is an independent education author, speaker, and consultant from Vancouver, BC. Over the course of his career he has been a classroom teacher, school administrator, and district level leader. Tom is an internationally recognized leader and expert in the areas of assessment, grading, RTI, and educational leadership. He has delivered both keynote and workshop sessions at several national and international conferences. As well, Tom has worked directly with schools and school districts throughout Canada, the United States, Vietnam, China, Myanmar, Thailand, Japan, South Korea, Qatar, Bahrain, India, the U.A.E., the U.K., Russia, Singapore, Spain, Kuwait, Ethiopia, Kenya, South Africa, and Nigeria. He is the author &amp; co-author of six books, including best-seller Grading from the Inside Out: Bringing accuracy to student assessment through a standards-based mindset, and his latest release, Growing tomorrow’s citizens in today’s classrooms: Assessing seven critical competencies. Follow Tom Schimmer: Website: www.tomschimmer.com Twitter: @TomSchimmer; @TomSchimmerPod Instagram: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Linkedin: Tom Schimmer YouTube: Tom Schimmer Podcast https://www.amazon.com/Frequently-Questions-Assessment-Challenging-Effectively/dp/1954631057?crid=2VKKZOWFCXMTW&amp;keywords=Tom+schimmer&amp;qid=1656680090&amp;sprefix=tom+schimmer%2Caps%2C128&amp;sr=8-10&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=57a8ec95deacec1661b2ead47a7f5497&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl https://www.amazon.com/Grading-Inside-Out-Assessment-Standards-Based/dp/1936763850?crid=2VKKZOWFCXMTW&amp;keywords=Tom+schimmer&amp;qid=1656680090&amp;sprefix=tom+schimmer%2Caps%2C128&amp;sr=8-2&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=9abcee3d38ffccd93c6eeaba54abc051&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl https://www.amazon.com/Essential-Assessment-Achievement-Classroom-Understanding/dp/1943874492?crid=2VKKZOWFCXMTW&amp;keywords=Tom+schimmer&amp;qid=1656680090&amp;sprefix=tom+schimmer%2Caps%2C128&amp;sr=8-5&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=b0c60b1bc422ecbe7b1ae5201150a944&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

This week’s guest, Dr. Michael Nagler, shares how he uses the motto “Think Differently” to shift his district into a problem solving and innovative group of educators, which prepare the students to be successful in their unknown future careers. In this episode, we discuss: Standards Based badge books for k-4th grade New model of High school called Synergy And his book, The Design Thinking, Entrepreneurial, Visionary Planning Leader About Dr. Michael Nagler: Michael is the Superintendent of the Mineola School District, a suburb of NYC. Mike began his career as a social studies teacher in NYC. While teaching he earned his doctorate from Columbia University and accepted an administrative position with Mineola in 1999. He believes strongly in the district’s mission to inspire students to become lifelong learners that exhibit strength of character and contribute positively to a global society. During his twenty three years with the district, he has been a big proponent of using technology to engage students in rigorous content. All five schools in Mineola have been recognized as Apple distinguished schools. Mineola is also a member of the League of Innovative Schools, Dr. Nagler is the Chairperson of the Advisory Board. Mineola was one of the first schools in the State to implement a comprehensive computer science curriculum starting in kindergarten. Mineola is also at the forefront of digital student portfolios. Dr. Nagler recently utilized the Districts coding platform to create his own digital portfolio. http://michaelnagler.oyosite.com Dr. Nagler was the 2020 New York State Superintendent of the Year and was a Finalist for the 2020 National Superintendent of the Year. Follow Dr. Michael Nagler Website: www.mineola.k12.ny.us Twitter: @NaglersNotions https://twitter.com/NaglersNotions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChA8OC_NBFjy13ip89S2cwg https://www.amazon.com/Design-Thinking-Entrepreneurial-Visionary-Planning/dp/B09XT6J4JH?crid=S587QGCID7A5&amp;keywords=dr+michael+nagler+book&amp;qid=1656169071&amp;sprefix=dr+michael+nagler+book%2Caps%2C137&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=32d34df7da9d778d696884d6c6d6e18e&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3247" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire Swag, Teach Better Team, Joshua Stamper, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

This week’s guest, Noah Daniel, shares how in her leadership journey, she needed mentors to provide guidance, wisdom, and inspiration to build beyond her position and explore new opportunities. In this episode, we discuss: TEDx Talk about Personal Narrative Music Project Extending Beyond Her Comfort Zone And her book, Strum and the Wild Turkeys About Noa Daniel: Noa Daniel MEd, is a classroom teacher in the York Region District School Board outside Toronto, Canada. Through her consulting work at Building Outside the Blocks she creates personalizing projects and initiatives for schools, boards, and communities. Noa is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Mentoree. She is also a blogger, a children’s book author and podcaster. Noa’s children’s books include Crazy for Canada, Old Timers: The One That Got Away, and her newest, Strum and The Wild Turkeys, through EduMatch Publishing. Noa hosts OnEdMentors on voicEd Radio and the former show, The Personal Playlist Podcast. She is also a TEDx and keynote speaker. As a board member of Learning Forward Ontario, Noa strives to contribute to meaningful professional learning opportunities for educators. All of Noa’s work amplifies voice and propels engagement for learners of all ages. She is always building outside the blocks. Follow Noa Daniel Website: www.buildingoutsidetheblocks.com Twitter: @iamnoadaniel @strumandtwt @thementoree Instagram: @iamnoadaniel @strumandtwt @thementoree Linkedin: Noa Daniel YouTube: The Mentoree, Strum and The Wild Turkeys https://www.amazon.com/Strum-Wild-Turkeys-Noa-Daniel/dp/1953852203?_encoding=UTF8&amp;qid=1655584156&amp;sr=1-1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=08aac7ba9e4019769f31570e76e3a8a4&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] &nbsp; NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

This week’s guest, BreAnn Fennell, shares how play in the classroom can address the physical and emotional development of our students, while increasing engagement. In this episode, we discuss: The benefit of being an Ambassador for multiple organizations Teach Better Conference And her book, Play? Yay! About BreAnn Fennell: BreAnn Fennell is a 1st and 2nd grade looping teacher at Reagan Elementary in Ashland City School District. She has earned the title of Ohio Teacher of the Year for 2021 for District 5. She has 12 years of teaching experience, educating students in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grades. She believes that early education and interventions can change the course of a child’s life. Fennell holds a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education with an endorsement in reading from Ashland University and a 4-5 generalist endorsement from The Ohio State University. She has a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Ashland University. She is always learning and serving the world of education through training, presentations, and committees. Fennell is the author of children’s books including Play? Yay!, Choose Your Cheer, and Play? Yay! Baby Talk. She is a defender of play in the classroom and looks for ways to incorporate fun into learning. She believes in the power of play for social, emotional, and motor skills and has volunteered her time to have a Lego Club for kindergarten through third grade students. She is the founder of the Young Author’s Workshop at Ashland City Schools. She loves books and is always looking for ways to integrate reading into the classroom and promote literacy in the community. Follow BreAnn Fennell Twitter: https://twitter.com/PlayYay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breann.fennell/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breann.fennell/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breann-fennell-661a45a2/ Teach Better Blog Series: https://www.teachbetter.com/blog/play-better-why-we-all-need-play-right-now/ Teach Better Conference Code for $50 off registration: ASPIRE2022 at http://www.teachbetter.com/conference https://www.amazon.com/Play-Yay-BreAnn-Fennell/dp/1970133554?crid=3AF6S5KQCMN1N&amp;keywords=breann+fennell&amp;qid=1655058767&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=%2Cstripbooks%2C112&amp;sr=1-3&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=bce2ac65ea4219b7ff0917a81591ffcb&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl https://www.amazon.com/Choose-Your-Cheer-BreAnn-Fennell/dp/1953852416?crid=3AF6S5KQCMN1N&amp;keywords=breann+fennell&amp;qid=1655065949&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=%2Cstripbooks%2C112&amp;sr=1-2&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=451f43d74703ed4a981a3087ea68d82b&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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? Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire to Lead", made it to BookAuthority's Best New Education Books. BookAuthority collects and ranks the best books in the world, and it is a great honor to get this kind of recognition. Thank you for all your support! The book is available for purchase on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1953852386/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1953852386&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=0d9c336e3db6ab16cbb08421ef3e4175 Review the Podcast I want to give a huge shout out to those who have taken the time to provide a review on Apple, Spotify or any other podcast platform. It truly means the world to me that you would take the 30- 90 seconds to share how the podcast has positively impacted you or why other educators should check out the show. [caption id="attachment_3022" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Teach Better Podcast Network, Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast[/caption]

Research proves that by intentionally practicing gratitude, we can dramatically improve our disposition, bringing us more joy and better health. Consistently and intentionally practicing gratitude can also lead to better relationships and more successful learning experiences. This week’s guest, Lainie Rowell, shows how educators can use small gratitude practices to make a big difference with kids, peers, and the world. In this episode, we discuss: The importance health aspects of showing gratitude New book, Evolving with Gratitude And Lainie’s new podcast, “Evolving with Gratitude” About Lainie Rowell: Lainie Rowell is an educator, author, podcaster, and international consultant who specializes in working with other educators to find innovative and sustainable ways to transform teaching and learning. Her areas of expertise include online/blended learning, designing innovative learning experiences, professional learning, and community building. During her more almost 25 years in education, Lainie has taught elementary, secondary, and higher education. She also served in a district-level leadership position supporting 22,000 students and 1,200 teachers at 33 schools. As a consultant, Lainie's client list ranges from Fortune 100 companies like Apple and Google to school districts and independent schools. Lainie is a TEDx Speaker with more than 15 years of experience presenting at regional, national, and international conferences including Building Learning Communities (BLC) and the Leadership 3.0 Symposium. Lainie was a contributor to the 2019 National Standards for Quality Online Teaching and on the 2014 Blended Learning Teacher Competency Framework committee. Since 2014, Lainie has been a consultant for the Orange County Department of Education's Institute for Leadership Development facilitating professional learning for administrators. From 2010-2014, Lainie served as the Program Coordinator for Leading Edge Certification, a national certification program in educational technology and curriculum innovation created by an Alliance of nonprofits, universities and educational agencies. She led the creation and curation of all four certifications, Online and Blended Teacher, Administrator, Digital Educator, and Professional Learning Leader. Follow Lainie Rowell Website: http://LainieRowell.com/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/lainierowell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lainierowell LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lainierowell Facebook: https://facebook.com/lainierowellEDU Lemonade Learning Podcast: http://lemonadelearning.us Evolving with Gratitude Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/evolving-with-gratitude/id1617309262 https://www.amazon.com/Evolving-Gratitude-Practices-Communities-Difference-ebook/dp/B0B2KQ88GV?_encoding=UTF8&amp;pd_rd_w=kEMXT&amp;content-id=amzn1.sym.bbb6bbd8-d236-47cb-b42f-734cb0cacc1f&amp;pf_rd_p=bbb6bbd8-d236-47cb-b42f-734cb0cacc1f&amp;pf_rd_r=VD8XY6BAR2PX7K3WGF8X&amp;pd_rd_wg=CYg4Z&amp;pd_rd_r=859b2aa2-be08-4da7-bd76-fd76253ac3b4&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=aspirewebsite-20&amp;linkId=458a61ca6e26c30500652c561c33e9d5&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl &nbsp; [caption id="attachment_3508" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire: The Leadership Development Podcast Swag, Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] NEW Aspire Swag with Discount Code: ASPIRE Tee-Shirts and Drinkware: ASPIRE: The Leadership Development Podcast &nbsp; 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"] Joshua Stamper, Teach Better[/caption] Contact Joshua Stamper for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Watch my session on Trauma Informed, restorative and social emotional practices at www.teachsummit.com/stamper &nbsp; Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 &nbsp; Aspire to Lead made it to the Best New Education Books [caption id="attachment_3718" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Aspire to Lead, Joshua Stamper, Book Authority Award, Best new book[/caption] I'm happy to announce that my book, "Aspire...