Frank Polen, is an Assistant Superintendent and Director of C&I at Buckeye Career Center in Ohio. We discuss Frank's extensive background in education, the importance of career exploration for students, and the innovative programs being implemented to prepare students for the workforce. Be sure to connect with Frank on LinkedIn here ! Frank started as a middle school teacher and basketball coach. Buckeye Career Center offers a variety of programs for high school and adult education, focusing...
Jun 05, 2025•27 min•Ep. 329
I had a really great time interviewing Scott Borba, a Superintendent/Principal, about his experiences in rural education, the importance of leadership, and the innovative professional development initiatives he has implemented in Merced County. Scott shares insights from his new book, 'The Leader You're Not,' emphasizing adaptability, empowerment, and the significance of community and networking in educational leadership. Connect with Scott on LinkedIn here . And please check out Scott's new boo...
May 16, 2025•26 min•Ep. 329
In this episode of CTE in 10 sponsored by Sphero , host Adam Welcome and guest Adrienne Emerson discuss the significance of Career and Technical Education (CTE) in preparing students for the workforce. They explore the essential skills taught in CTE programs, emerging career paths, the importance of community connections, and valuable resources for educators. The conversation emphasizes the role of internships in providing real-world experience for students, highlighting the need for adaptabilit...
May 09, 2025•10 min•Ep. 328
Today on the show we have Dr. Kip Glazer! Kip is a High School Principal in California and I really enjoyed our conversation. Be sure to stay connected with Kip on LinkedIn here . Check out Kip's website here . Kip is also a 2025 Google Innovator and you can learn more about her project here . AI, Google Innovator, Building leadership and capacity in others, creativity, shout outs and more.....I really think you're going to enjoy this episode! Hope you e...
Apr 26, 2025•28 min•Ep. 327
Today on the show we have Dr. Karalee Turner-Little! Karalee is a Deputy Superintendent on the East Coast and I really enjoyed our conversation. Be sure to stay connected with Karalee on LinkedIn here . What’s your walkup song? What are you thinking about right now as a Deputy Superintendent in April? How do you prioritize what’s important, urgent, do now, plan for later? What does that look like? What are you doing with AI? How do our schools and classro...
Apr 19, 2025•30 min•Ep. 326
Today on the show we have Dr. Leslie Kapuchuck back for another conversation on the podcast! Leslie was previously on the show for Episode 229 and today we talk all about being a Principal. Leslie is the real deal human being and school leader, you're going to enjoy this one. Be sure to stay connected with Leslie on LinkedIn here . Hope you enjoy the conversation, thanks for listening! Book Adam for your next event! mrada...
Apr 12, 2025•42 min•Ep. 325
Today on the show we have Principal (4th-6th) Dr. Tom Webb! Be sure to stay connected with Tom on LinkedIn here . Tom's website is packed with really great content, visit that here ! Subscribe to Tom's newsletter here . Tom has been the Principal at the same school for the past 11 years, and he shares so much knowledge with the listeners in this episode. How do you prioritize what’s important, urgent, do now, plan for later? What does that look like? What are y...
Feb 23, 2025•29 min•Ep. 324
Today on the show we have Career Training & Workforce Readiness Director, Maggie Howard! Be sure to stay connected with Maggie on LinkedIn here . Maggie and I talk about all the things in education, leadership, schools and so much more. Favorite walk up song! Maggie started as a Family and Consumer Science teacher and she talks about her experience. Marathoner, hear Maggie's story! What’s hot right now in career and technical education? Top jobs in CTE! Where...
Feb 05, 2025•26 min•Ep. 323
Today on the show we have Superintendent/Principal, Melanie Matta! Be sure to stay connected with Melanie on LinkedIn here . Maria and I talk about all the things in education, leadership, schools and so much more. Where are you learning from right now? How do you think about innovation in general? If you could have any job for one day, what would you do? How do you prioritize what’s important, urgent, do now, plan for later? What does that look like? What are you ...
Jan 29, 2025•32 min•Ep. 322
Today on the show we have Elementary Principal, Maria Werner! Maria and I talk about all the things in education, leadership, schools and so much more. What are you thinking about right now as a Principal in January? This year still? Next year? What are you doing to recruit and retain staff? AI, it’s here, it’s changing so many aspects of our life and work, what are you doing with it? Relationships matter most, how do you build relationships with kids as a Principal? How do you work hard, withou...
Jan 10, 2025•36 min•Ep. 321
Today on the show we have Educational Leader, Dr. Yesenia Sanchez! Yesenia and I talk about all the things in education, leadership, schools and so much more. How can we get more kids in our schools learning another language? What’s the biggest leadership lesson you’ve learned in your career? How do you build capacity in other people on your team? How do you like to bring new staff onto the team? Favorite book about education or leadership that you’ve read? And so much more! Be sure to stay conn...
Jan 03, 2025•28 min•Ep. 320
Today on the show we have Principal, Ashley Moore! Ashley and I talk about all the things in education, leadership, schools and so much more. I LOVE Ashley's Instagram account, everyone go and follow Ashley at - principal_mo super funny and real! Fast forward to the end of this upcoming school year, how will you define success? Who was the first person to really believe in you and your potential as a leader? Everyone has rough days, how do you process ? Where are you learning right now? What’s t...
Dec 29, 2024•29 min•Ep. 319
Today on the show we have High School Principal, Michael Brown! Michael and I talk about all the things in education, leadership, schools and so much more. The complexities of being a Principal, it's a BIG job! What are you thinking about right now in December as a HS Principal? What would you get rid of in education if you could? If you could have any job for one day, what would you do? Who is your mentor and what have you learned from them? Michael talks about AI! We love doing shoutouts on th...
Dec 21, 2024•40 min•Ep. 318
Today on the show we have Superintendent, Dr. Tim Dilg! Tim and I talk about all the things in education, leadership, schools and so much more. I've known Tim for quite a few years now and he's always been a leader that I look to for ideas and guidance. Why it's so important to stay active and connected to the schools and classrooms, and how you do it. What a Superintendent is thinking about right now and planning for the future. How do you think about innovation? Who is your favorite non-educat...
Dec 14, 2024•35 min•Ep. 317
Today on the show we have CTE Coordinator, Dan Blier! Dan and I talk about all the things in education and CTE, I really enjoyed his perspective, experience and ideas on just how to get started. Where Dan is learning from? What’s new in CTE that you’re excited about? CS, Robotics, Engineering Top CTE jobs or career paths right now? CTE center his district just built! New Collar Jobs AI, what's happening with it And so much more! Be sure to stay connected with Dan on LinkedIn here ...
Dec 07, 2024•30 min•Ep. 316
Today on the show we have Assistant Superintendent of Ed Services, Dr. Limary Trumillo! Limary and I talk about all the things in education and leadership, I really enjoyed her perspective, experience and ideas of just how to be better. Starting a new position in a new organization How do you plan for the upcoming year, make adjustments and then also plan ahead How do you figure out what to keep, what to start and what to get rid of? AI, what's happening with it Working hard without burning out ...
Nov 30, 2024•30 min•Ep. 315
First time podcaster on the show today with the amazing David Bruno who comes so highly recommended from friends of mine. Former Teacher, Dean, Principal and now Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, we talk about all the things! How leaders can be successful Recruitment and retention Scheduling our day to optimize time AI Favorite book Working hard without burning out And so much more! Be sure to stay connected with David on LinkedIn here and Twitter/X here . Hope you enjoy...
Nov 22, 2024•25 min•Ep. 314
First time podcaster today with the amazing Julia Bialeski. Former Teacher, AP, Principal and now Coordinator of Recruitment & Hiring, we talk about all the things! Finding and keeping people AI How to work hard without burning out Favorite book Leadership career advice And so much more! Also, MUST grab a copy of Julia's new book - Leading With Grace: Cultivating Hope, Authenticity, and a Focus on People Throughout the Leadership Lifespan https://a.co/d/793spUS Be sure to stay connected with...
Nov 15, 2024•34 min•Ep. 313
Second year Principal, Jimmika Lawson was on the show today and WOW! We talk about all things leadership. Best advice for people that want to get into administration. The complexities of the job. Mentors! Shout-outs! And much more..... Be sure to stay connected with Jimmika on LinkedIn here . Hope you enjoy the conversation, thanks for listening! Book Adam for your next event! mradamwelcome.com/speaking Brand new speaking video ...
Nov 08, 2024•37 min•Ep. 312
Former High School Teacher, turned Elementary Principal, Dr. Joe Graham was on the show today! We talk all about mentors, AI, favorite leadership book, connecting with families, communication and a whole lot more. Be sure to stay connected with Joe on LinkedIn here , Twitter here . Hope you enjoy the conversation, thanks for listening! Book Adam for your next event! mradamwelcome.com/speaking Brand new speaking video ...
Nov 02, 2024•33 min•Ep. 311
Iranetta has such great vision, energy and excitement for school district leadership! Advice on taking that next step in your leadership journey. Mentors, who would be your favorite and why they're so important. Building capacity in others around you. Be sure to stay connected with Iranetta on LinkedIn here , Twitter here . Hope you enjoy the conversation, thanks for listening! Book Adam for your next event! mradamwelcome.com/speaking...
Oct 25, 2024•33 min•Ep. 310
Herbert has such great vision, energy and excitement for school district leadership! Student advisory, shout outs, rural education, leadership ideas and much more - you're going to enjoy this one! Be sure to stay connected with Herbert on LinkedIn here , Twitter here . Hope you enjoy the conversation, thanks for listening! Book Adam for your next event! mradamwelcome.com/speaking Brand new speaking video HERE!...
Oct 19, 2024•30 min•Ep. 309
What a fun and in depth conversation with Kenny, I NEED to have him back on because there was so much more for us to talk about. Communication, student voice, reading books to elementary classes (YES!), mentors of course and so much more. Kenny is the real deal district leader, thanks so much for listening! Be sure to stay connected with Kenny on LinkedIn here , Twitter here . Hope you enjoy the conversation, thanks for listening! Book Adam for your next event! mrad...
Oct 11, 2024•44 min•Ep. 308
THE Dr. LaToyna Goffney is a force of nature when it comes to school district leadership and you're going to learn so much from her in this conversation. We talk jobs, mentors, books, culture and relationships, visibility, community involvement, advice for leaders, planning, so much more. Be sure to stay connect with LaTonya on LinkedIn here , Twitter here and Instagram here . You can read more about LaTonya here . Hope you enjoy the conversation, thanks for listening! Book Adam for your next...
Oct 05, 2024•32 min•Ep. 307
Kirsten is the Principal that WAY more people need to know about. We literally started the show laughing out loud, that's the kind of leader I LOVE talking with on the podcast. Former Teacher, Assistant Principal and now Principal.....you're going to laugh, you're going to learn and please stay connected with Kirsten! LinkedIn here and Twitter/X here . Hope you enjoy the conversation, thanks for listening! Book Adam for your next event! mradamwelcome.com/speaking...
Sep 27, 2024•31 min•Ep. 306
Get ready for a 'Bang Up Good' conversation with Layne. She has such great ideas and knowledge of education, leadership, how to turn around failing schools, we talk books, football and so much more! Be sure to stay connect with Laye on LinkedIn here and Twitter/X here . Hope you enjoy the conversation, thanks for listening! Book Adam for your next event! mradamwelcome.com/speaking Brand new speaking video HERE! Adam's Books: ...
Sep 20, 2024•32 min•Ep. 305
First year Superintendent, Julianna Stocking is absolutely crushing it and you're going to love our conversation. We talk music, building culture and relationships, community involvement, advice for leaders, planning, mentors and so much more. Be sure to stay connect with Julianna on LinkedIn here . You can read more about Dr. Dolors Huerta here . Hope you enjoy the conversation, thanks for listening! Book Adam for your next event! mradamwelcome.com/speaking...
Sep 13, 2024•33 min•Ep. 306
Lesley is the actual REAL DEAL school district leader and human being. We met years ago at a small conference in Texas and stay connected all these years. Lesley has been on my list of podcast guests for too long and we finally found the time to connect and record a conversation. You're going to enjoy this one, thanks for listening! Be sure to stay connected with Lesley - LinkedIn - here Twitter/X - here Hope you enjoy the conversation, thanks for listening! Book Adam for your next event!...
Sep 07, 2024•35 min•Ep. 303
Be sure to stay connected with Kristen - LinkedIn - here Hope you enjoy the conversation, thanks for listening! Book Adam for your next event! mradamwelcome.com/speaking Brand new speaking video HERE! Adam's Books: Kids Deserve It - amzn.to/3JzaoZv Run Like a Pirate - amzn.to/3KH9fjT Teachers Deserve It - amzn.to/3jzATDg Empower ...
Aug 10, 2024•27 min•Ep. 302
Be sure to stay connected with Lauren - Twitter/X - here LinkedIn - here Lauren and I talk about ALL things education.....but especially about her BRAND NEW BOOK - 'The Leader Inside.' Order a copy today - amzn.to/3Aby3A4 Hope you enjoy the conversation, thanks for listening! Book Adam for your next event! mradamwelcome.com/speaking Brand new speaking video HERE! Adam's Books: Kids Deserve It - amzn.to/3JzaoZv...
Aug 04, 2024•34 min•Ep. 301
