In this episode, Dr. Brandon Beck welcomes special guest Mark Brown (@heyMarkBrown) — high school principal, author, and speaker who serves as the principal of Newberg High School in Oregon . Mark shares his leadership journe...

Last week, I had the incredible honor of speaking with Zaretta Hammond about cognitive justice, instructional equity, and rebuilding students’ learning power. If you haven’t listened to Episode 247 yet, I strongly encourage y...

How can AI be used in education without killing thinking? In this episode, we explore how teachers can use AI education tools responsibly — without replacing productive struggle or meaningful learning. You’ll learn how AI can support lesson planning, reflection, and feedback while keeping student t…

Looking to learn more and get started with a powerful meeting structure that will transform your school’s MTSS efforts? Access the Collaborative Team Meeting Starter Kit at https://bit.ly/ctmstarter Looking to design a space...

In Episode 140 of Schurtz & Ties , we welcome back literacy expert Mary Jo Fresch to talk about what teachers really need to understand about reading, vocabulary, and language. Mary Jo has spent decades helping educators make...

This episode explores a small shift in action that can help strengthen our presence with our home team, even after a tiring day at school.

This episode dives in to different things you can do to create a great school week. If you like this episode be sure to check out the Just A Reminder Podcast. The link is below. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-a-re...

One of the most common mistakes schools make is confusing a resource with a curriculum. A textbook gets adopted. A program is purchased. A shiny new initiative is rolled out. And suddenly everyone says, “Great… we have a curr...

Are you a school leader looking for a framework that drives real results? Learn from fellow leaders at the 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 who are creating a highly coordinated approach to student and staff success. 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭...

What happens when a former assistant principal chooses to return to the middle school classroom and discovers a deeper, wider form of leadership than the front office ever offered? In this episode of Aspire to Lead, Joshua St...

If your devices feel cluttered, your browser has 27 tabs open, or your screen time habits are draining instead of fueling your teaching, this episode is for you. Let’s reset your digital teaching life with a quick, practical,...

What can a children’s book teach us about leadership, culture, and hope? In this episode, host Dr. Brandi Kelly shares the inspiration behind her new children’s book Spreading Sunshine with Kindness and explores the powerful ...

This is the first episode of the "Leading Instructional Change" series! In this first episode, we're gaining clarity on how to bridge the "knowing-doing" gap. The challenge is not knowing the focus. Chances are, you know ex...

**Overlooked.** Why is small-group instruction prioritized in reading but often ignored in math? Join Marcy Bernethy, author of Small Groups Big Impact , as she shares her personal experience with math anxiety and reveals the...

______________________ #collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems Are you looking to further your growth as a collaborative leader? Access numerous FREE resources and webinars designed to help you build and susta...

In this weekly reflection, Kurtis and Lorna retrurn back to the topic of celebrations and discuss the incredible power of celebrations in each and every team meeting. In addition to sharing why you should never skip the cele...

Dave Nagel and Bruce Potter are co-founders of The Center for Collaborative Expertise. Dave’s work focuses on helping schools and districts implement Visible Learning research, assessment and feedback, and effective grading r...

In this episode of The Language of Behavior , Josh and Charle sit down with special education leader Victoria Veneziano to explore how we can better support students with complex behavioral and emotional needs. Drawing from h...

What if the biggest challenge in leadership is embracing failure, finding purpose, and taking absolute ownership? This week, Jon Goehring, Coach Jim Johnson, and Dr. Rehnuma Karim talk with Mark Astor — mental health and addi...

Are you tired of feeling like you’re just "surviving" the music room? In this episode, Jeanette sits down with Pam Wilson, the founder of Harmony Classroom and the "Centers Queen," to discuss how to move from chaos to calm. W...

What if a lack of purpose drives much of today’s anxiety... and finding your mission is the key to becoming unstoppable? This week, Jon Goehring, Coach Jim Johnson, and Dr. Rehnuma Karim sit down with Mark Astor, mental healt...