Summary

In this conversation, Mike Randolph and Martin Aftuck interview Dr. Jenie Shepard, the Director of School Improvement and Professional Learning and Assessment for the Clay County School District. They discuss topics such as teacher leadership, professional learning communities (PLCs), and supporting new teachers. Dr. Shepard emphasizes the importance of aligning the district's instructional vision with the school's instructional vision and providing support and resources to new teachers. She also highlights the significance of recognizing and celebrating teachers' strengths and creating a culture of continuous learning and growth. The conversation concludes with pro tips for new teachers and administrators.

Keywords

teacher leadership, professional learning communities, new teachers, instructional vision, support, resources, continuous learning, growth

Takeaways

• Aligning the district's instructional vision with the school's instructional vision is crucial for supporting new teachers and ensuring coherence in teaching practices.
• Recognizing and celebrating teachers' strengths and expertise is essential for their professional growth and retention.
• Creating a culture of continuous learning and growth involves providing ongoing support, resources, and opportunities for collaboration and leadership.
• Pro tips for new teachers include finding a supportive colleague (a 'marigold'), giving oneself grace, knowing the curriculum, and focusing on classroom management and learning targets.
• Pro tips for administrators grooming new teachers include getting to know them, recognizing their strengths, connecting them with experienced colleagues, and providing support and feedback.

Titles

• Aligning Instructional Vision for Coherence
• Pro Tips for New Teachers and Administrators

Sound Bites

• "Find your marigold."
• "Give yourself grace."
• "Know your curriculum."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

12:08 Aligning Instructional Vision for Clarity and Coherence

19:49 Supporting and Retaining New Teachers

23:34 Pro Tips for Administrators Grooming New Teachers

Summary

In this conversation, Mike Randolph and Martin Aftuck interview Justin Faulkner, a faculty professor at Florida Atlantic University and a leader in educational leadership standards. They discuss Justin's work with the Florida Educational Leadership Standards (FELS) and the importance of keeping students at the center of leadership. They also talk about the differences between being an assistant principal and a principal, the need for delegation and project management skills, and the importance of having fun in the role of a leader. Justin also shares insights on the 20-hour professional learning requirement for leaders and the importance of aligning learning opportunities with the FELS. In this conversation, Justin Faulkner shares insights and advice on leadership in education. He emphasizes the importance of leaders taking ownership of their instructional work and acknowledging their areas of growth. Faulkner advises new assistant principals to network with others in their field and to expect a challenging year. He highlights the need for leaders to focus on student learning and take care of their staff members. Faulkner also discusses the success of the Cougars Lead program at Green Cove Junior High School, which focused on developing student leaders.

Takeaways

• Keep the main thing the main thing: Student success should be at the center of all leadership efforts.
• Go slow to go fast: Building momentum and achieving goals takes time.
• Have fun: Enjoy the process of growing and developing as a leader.
• The difference between assistant principals and principals: Assistant principals focus on task-driven, physical responsibilities, while principals have a more mentally-driven role that involves caring for every person in the building.
• The 20-hour professional learning requirement: Leaders should align their learning opportunities with the Florida Educational Leadership Standards (FELS) to improve their efficacy.
• Delegation and project management: Leaders should learn to delegate tasks and manage projects effectively to focus on instructional leadership.
• Continuity and trust: Having a team that has worked together for a long time builds trust and allows for more effective leadership.
• Leadership is a continuous learning journey: Leaders should always seek opportunities to learn and grow, even if they are new to a particular role. Leaders should take ownership of their instructional work and acknowledge areas of growth.
• Networking with others in the field can provide support and collective celebration.
• New assistant principals should expect a challenging year and focus on building a team of like-minded leaders.
• Leaders should prioritize student learning and take care of their staff members.
• Developing student leaders can have a transformative impact on a school's culture.

Chapters

10:08 The Florida Educational Leadership Standards (FELS)

13:13 Professional Learning Requirements for Leaders

15:28 The Difference Between Assistant Principals and Principals

18:02 Building Continuity and Trust in Leadership Teams

20:29 Tips for New Assistant Principals

24:36 The Main Thing in Education

26:19 Growing Teachers into Leaders

30:14 The Cougars Lead Program at Green Cove Junior High

Summary

In this conversation, Mike Randolph and Martin Aftuck interview Rodney Keller, a former weightlifting coach and current AP teacher. Rodney shares his background and experiences in teaching and coaching, emphasizing the importance of leaning on mentors and investing in students. He discusses the significance of showing up and doing the work, both academically and athletically, and highlights the impact educators can have on young people's lives. Rodney also talks about the value of humility and seeking guidance from experts in order to improve and succeed in any field. The conversation with Coach Rodney Keller focused on the importance of humility and learning from others. Both Mike Randolph and Martin Aftuck shared their experiences of reaching out to successful individuals in their respective fields to learn from them. They also discussed the significance of weightlifting as a process sport that helps develop students both physically and mentally. The conversation concluded with a discussion on the importance of taking care of oneself as an educational leader and the impact it has on one's ability to show up at their best every day.

Keywords

education, teaching, coaching, mentors, investment, showing up, success, humility, guidance, humility, learning, weightlifting, development, process sport, taking care of oneself, educational leader

Takeaways

• Investing in students and showing up for them is crucial for educators.
• Finding mentors and leaning on their expertise is important for personal and professional growth.
• Humility is key in seeking guidance and learning from others who have achieved success.
• The importance of doing the work and investing time and energy in order to succeed.
• The impact educators can have on young people's lives is significant and should not be underestimated. Humility is key in learning from others and seeking advice from successful individuals.
• Weightlifting is a valuable sport for the development of student-athletes, both physically and mentally.
• Taking care of oneself as an educational leader is crucial for showing up at one's best every day.
• The importance of sleep, nutrition, and physical activity in maintaining overall health and well-being.

Sound Bites

• "Lean on people who have had success."
• "Just show up."
• "The universe will tilt in your favor."
• "Willing to invest in you, right?"
• "And humility."
• "I think that weightlifting is, I think it's the ultimate process sport."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:27 Transition to Clay Virtual Academy

04:04 New Role at Saint John's Country Day School

08:32 The Importance of Mentors and Learning from Success

12:52 Investing in Your Craft and Showing Up

16:14 The Role of Humility in Learning and Growth

20:32 Earning Success Through Hard Work and Adaptability

21:14 The Power of Humility and Seeking Advice

22:39 The Impact of Weightlifting on Student-Athletes

30:36 Prioritizing Self-Care as an Educational Leader