Episodes

Who on your campus has the greatest power to influence and inspire change in schools? This week’s guest, Jonathan Alsheimer, explains the power of teaching and how we can get to the next level of our leadership journey! In this Episode, we discuss: The power of teaching Classroom branding and Identity Increasing student engagement Reaching beyond the classroom And Next Level Teaching Follow Jonathan Alsheimer: Website: https://jonathanalsheimer.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mr_alsheim...

In the fourth Aspire Mailbag episode, Jeff Gargas and I answer questions on different leadership topics provided by the listeners. We also provide some exciting announcements for upcoming events! Tweet This 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/joshu...

With so much uncertainty, fear, and trauma occurring in our students' lives, how can educators improve the social emotional health and regulation skills of each child? This week’s guest, Nathan Maynard, explains how, even through distance learning, all educators can use trauma-informed behavioral practices, mindfulness and circles to improve our student’s emotional wellbeing. In this Episode, we discuss: “Circling up” during distance learning Restorative Practices Utilizing mindfulness during t...

If you reflected on your leadership journey, would you find any lies or excuses in your story? This week’s guest, Flip Flippin, explains how we can identify the lies and acquire the necessary skills to write the story of our dreams. In this Episode, we discuss: Flip’s Journey and Involvement in Education The Lead Worthy Initiative Classroom Management and Restorative Practices School Culture and Climate Flip’s Newest Book: Your Third Story Follow Flip Flippin: Website: https://flippengroup.co...

In the third Aspire Mailbag episode, Jeff Gargas and I answer questions on different leadership topics provided by the listeners. We also provide some exciting announcements for upcoming events! Tweet This 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...

How would you describe your school culture on your campus? My guest, Michael Earnshaw, believes it should resemble a punk rock band and he explains how he changed the culture of his school through a portable desk and some popsicle sticks. In this Episode, we discuss: Punk Rock Classroom Podcast Education Never Dies School culture and climate And Michael’s new book! Follow Michael Earnshaw: Website: https://principal-on-a-skateboard.blogspot.com and https://www.educationneverdies.com/ Twitter:...

In the second ever Mailbag episode, Jeff Gargas and I answer questions on different leadership topics provided by the listeners. We also provide some exciting announcements for upcoming events! 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 Li...

THE CELEBRATE YOUR STORY EVENT! It’s always fun to attend conferences and connect with those who are in attendance. At the Celebrate Your Story event, I not only had the opportunity to speak with those who presented, I also interviewed two educators who were in attendance. I’ve connected with my two guests on social media and it was amazing to meet them in person. In this BONUS episode, Jacob Chastain and Andrea Keller provide amazing insight on the Celebrate Your Story Event, impactful initiat...

How do you view mentorship? In your experience, Is it a box to check off or is it an inspiring and impactful practice? This week’s guest, Dr. Matthew Joseph, shares how he changed the role and perception of mentorship to invigorate aspiring leaders and enhanced the skills of sitting leaders. In this Episode, we discuss: The Role of a Mentor Finding the Correct Mentor Aspiring Leadership Programs And The Connected and Collaborative School Tweet This Follow Dr. Matthew Joseph: Website: http...

In the first ever Mailbag episode, Jeff Gargas and I answer questions on different leadership topics provided by the listeners. We also provide some exciting announcements for upcoming events! 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 ...

What would you do if your current position created an unbalanced life and triggered previous personal traumas? This week’s guest, Bethany Hill, shares how she took a step back to take a step forward and found the balance needed to be successful. In this Episode, we discuss: Defeating Self Doubt Trauma Informed Practices Social Emotional Health for the Staff Professional Challenges And Sharing your Voice Follow Bethany Hill: Website: www.bethanyshill.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/bethh...

THE CELEBRATE YOUR STORY EVENT! It’s always fun to attend conferences and connect with those who are in attendance. At the Celebrate Your Story event, I not only had the opportunity to speak with those who presented, I also interviewed two educators who were in attendance. I’ve connected with my two guests on social media and it was amazing to meet them in person. In this BONUS episode, Matt Foster and Jennifer Short provide amazing insight on the Celebrate Your Story Event, leadership experien...

How would you respond if your superintendent said you weren’t an instructional leader due to the content you taught? This week’s guest, Ryan Sheehy, shares how he broke the stigma of being a Physical Education teacher and how he challenged the definition of a leader. In this Episode, we discuss: Changing the view of student discipline How to become a Instructional Leader Building a Leadership Network Be the One for kids And Principals in Action Follow Ryan Sheehy: Website: https://www.ry...

THE CELEBRATE YOUR STORY EVENT! In this BONUS episode, Aaron Hogan and Belinda Richardson-George provide amazing insight on the Celebrate Your Story Event, leadership experiences, and how to improve your leadership skills. Tweet This Featuring Aaron Hogan and Belinda Richardson-George Follow Aaron Hogan: Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaron_hogan Website: http://afhogan.com/ https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1946444154/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1946444154&linkCod...

How do we get our students to be actively engaged and teach in a way that inspires both children and adults? This week’s guest, Kevin Butler, shares the secret on how to balance between being a teacher and an instructional leader. In this Episode, we discuss: The importance of active engagement Teaching with entertainment Leadership with peers The Teach Better Network And Lights. Camera. Teach. Follow Kevin Butler: Website: www.thekevinjbutler.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheKevinJB...

THE CELEBRATE YOUR STORY EVENT! In this BONUS episode, Hal Bowman and Tyson Jones provide amazing insight on the Celebrate Your Story Event, leadership experiences, and how to improve your leadership skills. Tweet This Featuring Hal Bowman and Tyson Jones Follow Hal Bowman: Twitter: https://twitter.com/halbowman Website: https://halbowman.com/ Follow Tyson Jones: Twitter: https://twitter.com/PrincipalTyson Follow Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twit...

What if someone came to you and offered you a job that was different than what you had planned for your leadership journey? This week’s guest, Jorge Valenzuela, shares how one job offer changed the trajectory of his leadership career forever. In this Episode, we discuss: Important skills our students need to possess How robotics is for every subject The importance of joining a team The Teach Better Network And Rev Up Robotics Follow Jorge Valenzuela: Website: https://www.lifelonglearning...

CELEBRATE YOUR STORY EVENT! In this BONUS episode, Todd Nesloney and I discuss the Celebrate Your Story Event, the topics covered at the conference and future Aspire Podcast bonus episodes. Tweet This Featuring Todd Nesloney and Joshua Stamper [caption id="attachment_2347" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Todd Nesloney, Celebrate Your Story[/caption] I want to invite you to “Celebrate Your Story”! This two day event will be January 24th and 25th, in Brenham TX. I will be speaking at the event w...

When you are presented with fear and self doubt, how do we overcome these challenges to be an effective leader? This week’s guest, Sarah Johnson, shares how she fought through isolation and provides a practical framework to break though doubt and insecurity. In this Episode, we discuss: How to amplify and serve others Sharing your vision and voice with others Balancing work, family, and other priorities Strategies to support learners And the Awe Podcast Follow Sarah Johnson: Twitter: Sar...

In our role as a leader is working hard the most important trait to be successful? This week’s guest, Dan Kreiness, shares how he went through a tough experience as an administrator to learn his greatest lesson, which went much further than just working hard. In this Episode, we discuss: Inspiring the adults to inspire the students Fighting through fear Learning through failure Strategies to observe your peers And the Leader in Learning Podcast Follow Dan Kreiness Twitter: https://twitte...

This week’s guest, CJ Reynolds, shares how he uses unorthodox relationship building strategies and his YouTube channel to impact his students, community and educators around the world. #AspireLead In this Episode, we discuss: Strategies to build relationships Practical ways to stay relevant Finding "like minded" creators and educators Mental health routines And Real Rap With Reynolds Follow CJ Reynolds Twitter: https://twitter.com/realrapreynolds Website: https://www.realrapwithreynolds....

THE TEACH BETTER ANNOUNCEMENT! In this BONUS episode, Jeff Gargas and I discuss the Teach Better Speaking Network, future Teach Better projects, the upcoming conference and the Aspire Podcast. You can find this video interview on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam Tweet This 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://joshstamp...

For anyone who has heard me present or speak as a guest on another podcast, you have heard that I’m extremely passionate about trauma informed and restorative practices. My wife and I have been foster parents for over 6 years and we had the amazing opportunity to learn from Karen Pervis and her Trust Based Relational Interventions, which has really shaped my views as an educational leader. After having the opportunity to meet my guest in person and learn what she is doing on her campus, I had to...

ON SITE AT THE TEACH BETTER CONFERENCE! This is the last installment of the teach better conference Bonus episodes! I hope you have enjoyed these quick episodes filled with various educational leaders. In this episode, my guests are the Alex Oris and Mark Losey as we discuss student creativity with technology, teacher facilitation, social recognition and technology to assist students with Autism. Tweet This Featuring Alex Oris and Mark Losey Follow the Guests at: Alex Oris, Technology Integrati...