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A podcast about how school leaders can create lasting change, build mission-driven teams, and navigate complex challenges.

In each episode, our trailblazing guests peel the layers of their journey, sharing their experiences, challenges, and breakthroughs. We go below the surface, attempting to learn transferable lessons on building extraordinary schools.

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Episode 15

Student Voice: It’s Not Nice, It’s Necessary

with Russel Quaglia & Lisa Lande

In this podcast episode, voice experts Lisa Lande and Russ Quaglia discuss the importance of embracing student voices in education. They share insights on understanding why students speak up and the benefits of creating an environment where their opinions matter. They share actionable practices like “Sit With Wisdom,” spotlighting the value of genuine interactions between teachers and students. Join the conversation to explore how amplifying student voices fosters a positive learning atmosphere.

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Episode 01

Humanizing Assessment: Aligning Values and Beliefs for Student Success

with Trevor MacKenzie

How do we balance meeting external metrics and requirements while staying aligned to our schools’ values and beliefs about how students learn best?
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Episode 02

Flipped Learning Unlocked: Insights from the Pioneer

with Jonathan Bergmann

Jon provides an overview of the origins of flipped learning, its benefits for teachers and students, and some of his new experiments in the classroom.
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Episode 03

Exploring Limitless Growth: On Math, Mindset and Metacognition

with Jo Boaler

Jo Boaler shares insights on how to transform our classrooms and mindsets. Grounded in research, she makes the case for authentic and connected math experiences that prepare students for life rather than for a test.
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Episode 04

Permission to Inquire: Taking Ownership of your Curriculum

with Kath Murdoch

Discover how a deep understanding of the curriculum actually fosters stronger connections and a sense of ownership, empowering teachers to transcend its boundaries.
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Episode 05

Beyond Tradition: Transforming Education for a Future-Ready Generation

with Yong Zhao

Yong envisions a world where schools prioritize real-world problem-solving, freeing educators and students from the constraints of rigid curriculum and testing.
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Episode 06

Growing Resilient Leaders: Empowering Conversations & Collective Efficacy

with Jennifer Abrams

Discover invaluable insights to nurture resilient educators, master tough conversations, and deliver impactful feedback. Explore practical strategies for navigating challenges, fostering trust, and setting a positive tone. Embrace growth and unlock your full potential in creating an empowering learning environment as a leader!
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Episode 07

Incorporating Passion, Philosophy, and Inquiry into Education

with Kimberly Mitchell

Explore how philosophy enhances critical thinking, metacognition, and ethical decision-making skills among students. Kimberly emphasizes the importance of taking time for reflection and gaining different perspectives to better understand complex issues.
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Episode 08

Moving from Curriculum Maps to Curriculum Storyboards

with Heidi Hayes Jacobs

Join us for an eye-opening episode with education expert Heidi Hayes Jacobs. Discover the power of assessing student connections and the importance of rethinking curriculum layouts.
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Episode 09

From Factory to Freedom: Customizing Education for Every Student

with Matt Kramer

In this episode, we dive deep into the flaws of the traditional education system and explore an innovative alternative with Matt Kramer, creator of Wildflower Schools.
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Episode 10

The Paradigm Shift: Exploring the Learner-Centered Revolution

with Devin Vodicka & Katie Martin

Devin Vodicka and Katie Martin's Learner-Centered Framework centers on designing schools that meet the needs of our learners, preparing them for a dynamic and changing world. We talk about whole-learner outcomes and enabling conditions for success.
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Episode 11

Rethinking education: cultivating curiosity and collaboration in schools

with Kevin Bartlett

Kevin shares his journey of developing a new learning system driven by collaboration and pragmatism. He emphasizes the importance of asking the right questions as a leader and building a culture of consensus.
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Episode 12

Beginning with the end in mind: Rethinking Assessment

with Kevin Bartlett & Jay McTighe

What began as weekly conversations about their shared interests have evolved into the final piece of the CGC puzzle, assessment. Jay and Kevin talk about their balanced assessment model.
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Episode 13

The Blueprint for High-Achieving Schools: Power Standards and Fair Assessment

with Douglas Reeves

Reeves discusses the shift from average-based to performance-based learning, underlining the importance of formative assessment and power standards. He also sheds light on the practical application of collaborative scoring in classrooms.
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Episode 14

Shaping Minds: A Journey to Lifelong Learning

with Guy Claxton

Guy Claxton stresses the significance of cultivating learning dispositions, such as curiosity and critical-mindedness, which can be applied across various subjects and real-life situations.
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