Robyn Hamasaki is the Managing Director of Leadership Development at the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP). Leading a multidisciplinary team of Leading & Learning, Student Program Operations, Recognition & Engagement, and External Relations, she fosters the growth and engagement of school leaders, advisers, and students through impactful programs and services nationwide. Previously, she established the Principal Leadership Institute at Colorado's Department of E...
Jun 07, 2024•41 min
Camp is Head of Teaching & Learning at NEIA. He oversees the development of systems to recruit, hire, support, and evaluate teachers and helps teachers develop and implement the curriculum. He's been a leader and a teacher at a variety of schools throughout his 29-year career: boarding, day, single-sex and college. Show Highlights 'Aim to teach what cannot be googled.' NIA's unique mashed up of 5 different assessment systems for mastery learning. A needed mindset shift to let go of rigid str...
Jun 05, 2024•40 min•Ep. 214
Veronica Holyoke, has been working in education for 24 years. Originally from the East Coast she moved to Utah in 2012. She has held various leadership roles in the Jordan School District before becoming a school administrator 3 years ago. Veronica underwent a transformative journey through the Ruckus Maker Mastermind. She initially faced challenges in school leadership and imposter syndrome but found renewed joy and confidence upon joining the program. Through activities like the hot seat, she ...
May 29, 2024•39 min•Ep. 213
Michael Frino, Ph. D, Director Organizational Development at Boston Scientific | WSJ Bestselling Author | Performance Researcher. Over the last 25+ years he has worked with Fortune 500 companies in the areas of sales, sales training and leadership development. I am passionate about building high-performing teams and organizational cultures. He enjoys publishing research on human performance, sales and the euphoric state of flow. His experience has also given him the opportunity to work closely a...
May 22, 2024•37 min•Ep. 212
Show Highlights Register for the 2024 Spring Success Series here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/2024-spring-success-series/ Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership. Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school lea...
May 20, 2024•11 min
Navigating the Path of Educational Leadership Pablo Muñoz is the managing director of Muñoz & Company, an educational and leadership consulting organization. A first-generation high school graduate, Muñoz earned a bachelor's in psychology from Yale University and a master's in educational administration from Columbia University. He has thirty years of experience as a teacher and administrator and was a superintendent for sixteen years. Muñoz was named one of the George Lucas Educational Foun...
May 15, 2024•46 min•Ep. 211
Show Highlights Come to The Sustainable School Leadership Summit and bring a friend for free! Register today: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/school-leadership-summit/ Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership. Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape ...
May 14, 2024•7 min
Bradley James Davies A Georgetown University Leadership Coaching Program graduate and ICF-certified coach with over two decades of corporate and nonprofit leadership experience, he works with clients to help them optimize their lives both at work and at home. A strategic listening expert and dedicated leadership wellness practitioner, he speaks and facilitates workshops on "Next Level Listening: How to Be the Best Listener in the Room" and "Leadership Wellness 101: How to Lead Well Without Losin...
May 08, 2024•48 min•Ep. 210
Nick Saccaro is the President of Quest Food Management Services, providing onsite food and hospitality services to K-12 schools and other organizations throughout the Midwest. A proven innovator and leader in the industry, Nick has 15+ years generating rapid, sustained growth and high-performing teams. Prior to his food service industry roles, Nick worked for Feeding America for nearly a decade. Show Highlights Leadership defining moment at a community garden. Unique approach to recognizing staf...
May 01, 2024•46 min•Ep. 209
Vince Bustamante, M.Ed., is a Calgary-based instructional coach, curriculum content developer, and author. Formerly focused on school improvement, Vince now specializes in working with teachers, leadership teams, schools, and school districts in implementing high impact strategies and systems. Vince is currently pursuing his Ed. Doctorate with a focus on the sustainable implementation of professional learning across school districts. Vince has co-authored two bestselling books with Corwin Press:...
Apr 24, 2024•45 min•Ep. 208
Loren Brody is an elementary school principal in Northern Virginia. He is also a husband, father of two teenagers, amateur violinist, dedicated swimmer, new vegetarian cook and mindfulness devotee, and Washington Wizards and Nationals sports fan -- still holding onto his New York roots with allegiance to the New York Jets. Show Highlights Rebranding is a key focus to differentiate your school effectively to leave a lasting impression. Turn interviews into a professional learning experience to ta...
Apr 17, 2024•53 min•Ep. 207
Kevin works at the American Cooperative School of Tunis and is the secondary school principal. This is his 23rd year in education. Kevin is originally from Philadelphia, PA USA and is a die-hard sports fan. He has been married for 22 years to his wife Pascale and has three children. Kevin loves learning. In his spare time he does 10 minute yoga and runs two miles everyday. Show Highlights A secret weapon that arms you to face global challenges in education. A transformative experience to boost c...
Apr 10, 2024•39 min•Ep. 206
Kristen Horton began her career in education at Navajo Mountain Community School as a teacher in a multi-age classroom. Dr. Horton has a commitment to supporting students and teachers through collective educator agency and relational capacity. Dr. Horton currently serves as principal of Continental Colony Elementary School and founder of L.E.A.D.S. She understands support for teachers will sustain her "why" every day, to increase life chances for students. Joseph Hyun started his educator journe...
Apr 03, 2024•37 min
David Moffa is the Principal at Holy Cross Preparatory Academy, a private school in Delran, NJ serving students in grades 9-12. David has taught at the high school level in both public and private schools, and his mission as a school leader is to build communities where teachers and students feel a deep sense of personal value and empowerment. Show Highlights Strategies to build trust within a school community. Dave shares how the Mastermind is an investment in his growth as a leader, personal d...
Mar 27, 2024•36 min•Ep. 204
Mitch became a gifted teacher because he was a mediocre student. Despite taking seven years to graduate college, he navigated the classroom with discomfort. This unique perspective fueled Mitch's teaching approach. Recognizing the importance of laying a foundation for learning, he created Organized Binder. This research-backed strategy empowers teachers to impart executive functioning skills efficiently, preserving valuable instructional time. By establishing a predictable routine, Organized Bin...
Mar 21, 2024•42 min
David Moffa is the Principal at Holy Cross Preparatory Academy, a private school in Delran, NJ serving students in grades 9-12. David has taught at the high school level in both public and private schools, and his mission as a school leader is to build communities where teachers and students feel a deep sense of personal value and empowerment. Show Highlights Proactive leadership in school management The value of community engagement in achieving educational excellence. Spread Positivity and tap...
Mar 20, 2024•28 min•Ep. 203
Show Highlights & Resources Opportunity for educational disruptors to create a lasting influence. Key cultural values to be addressed at the summit, exemplified by gaping void's culture tiles. Broadening school success metrics beyond academic scores. This summer you're invited to attend the ONLY event in education available to Ruckus Makers. Join us in Nashville this July 12-14 for The Sustainable School Leadership Summit. Learn more here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/school-leader...
Mar 15, 2024•14 min
5 Benefits You Will Experience In Nashville Show Highlights & Resources Danny highlights five benefits that attendees can expect from the Sustainable School Leadership Summit. This summer you're invited to attend the ONLY event in education available to Ruckus Makers. Join us in Nashville this July 12-14 for The Sustainable School Leadership Summit. Learn more here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/school-leadership-summit/ Jump Start Passes are available until March 15 (50% off ticket...
Mar 14, 2024•7 min
Nurturing Trust and Building Connections In Education With over two decades of experience as an educator in various school settings, I have cultivated a profound philosophy of education known as Two Rules. This philosophy serves as a foundation for fostering building-wide support for the social-emotional learning and mental health needs of students. Through the years, I witnessed the transformative impact of prioritizing these essential aspects of education, contributing to a positive and nurtur...
Mar 13, 2024•38 min•Ep. 202
Attracting Top Talent / Scorecard Show Highlights & Resources School leadership scorecard with seven categories to assess effectiveness. A tool to set your school apart when competing for teachers with other similar schools. Set "now" and "next" goals for improvement. This summer you're invited to attend the ONLY event in education available to Ruckus Makers. Join us in Nashville this July 12-14 for The Sustainable School Leadership Summit. Learn more here: https://betterleadersbetterschools...
Mar 12, 2024•9 min
Show Highlights & Resources Play it safe principals fear, risks and potential failure. Embrace the unknown, pivot, and adapt This summer you're invited to attend the ONLY event in education available to Ruckus Makers. Join us in Nashville this July 12-14 for The Sustainable School Leadership Summit. Learn more here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/school-leadership-summit/ Jump Start Passes are available until March 15 (50% off ticket price). Get the episode transcript here!! Read my ...
Mar 11, 2024•7 min
Show Highlights & Resources This summer you're invited to attend the ONLY event in education available to Ruckus Makers … Teach about the friction versus flow continuum in school leadership. Discuss the concept of ruckus makers investing in runways for sustainability. Encourage firing oneself to build team capacity and open new opportunities. Join us in Nashville this July 12-14 for The Sustainable School Leadership Summit. Learn more here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/school-leade...
Mar 10, 2024•16 min
Show Highlights & Resources This summer you're invited to attend the ONLY event in education available to Ruckus Makers … Avoid a square peg in a round hole feeling in education. Emphasis on sustainability in school leadership Delve into the question of what education is for and the need for innovative shifts in the educational system. Join us in Nashville this July 12-14 for The Sustainable School Leadership Summit. Learn more here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/school-leadership-s...
Mar 09, 2024•18 min
Show Highlights & Resources This summer you're invited to attend the ONLY event in education available to Ruckus Makers … Friction versus flow continuum in school leadership. The concept of Ruckus Makers investing in runways for sustainability. Firing oneself to build team capacity and open new opportunities. Join us in Nashville this July 12-14 for The Sustainable School Leadership Summit. Learn more here: https://betterleadersbetterschools.com/school-leadership-summit/ Jump Start Passes ar...
Mar 08, 2024•21 min
Husband and father who teaches high school in Cedar Springs, MI. His blog, DaveStuartJr.com, is read by over 50,000 educators each month, and his bestselling These 6 Things: How to Focus Your Teaching on What Matters Most has been cherished by teachers and leaders around the world. Accomplished creator of professional development facilitator, having spoken on nearly 200 different occasions, both overseas and in every US state. Show Highlights Five key beliefs for cultivating student motivation a...
Mar 06, 2024•43 min•Ep. 201
Stephanie Pierotti is the Director of Arizona State University's ShapingEDU Community. She leads this transdisciplinary network of over 4,000 "K to grey" education changemakers. Stephanie recently created a partnership with Learning Planet Alliance (powered by Learning Planet Institute in Paris and UNESCO), and forges new collaborative relationships within ASU, and across universities around the world. She also serves as an advisor to REFASHIOND Ventures, pioneers in the refashioning of global a...
Feb 28, 2024•36 min•Ep. 200
Daniel Pascoe Aguilar, PhD, MDiv, is passionate about problem solving and collaborating with students, alums, the university community, and community organizations on meaningful partnerships and innovative strategies for the development of a diverse, purpose-driven, interculturally sensitive, and systemic-challenge-ready next generation of leaders. Currently, Daniel is Excelsior University's CDO & founding director of the Center for Social Justice. Before this, Daniel served in career develo...
Feb 21, 2024•35 min•Ep. 199
Eric Potterat, Ph.D. is a Clinical, Performance and Sport Psychologist who is considered one of the leading experts in high performance psychology, performance optimization, decision-making and teamwork under pressure, mental skills training, and individual and organizational resilience. He retired as a Commander in the Navy after 20 years of service, the last 10 of which he served as the Head Psychologist for the US Navy SEALs and was responsible for all the psychological Assessment, Selection,...
Feb 14, 2024•46 min•Ep. 198
Zaretta Hammond is an educator focused on literacy and equity. She is a former classroom writing teacher. And is a lover of all things Marvel. She'll quote the Lord of the Rings at any opportunity she gets. In her spare time, you'll find her reading up on cognitive neuroscience or out in nature and can be seen routinely hugging trees. Show Highlights Culturally responsive teaching isn't hot sauce The ripple effect caused by leaders ignoring the slow burn of "Cognitive Redlining." Embrace intelle...
Feb 07, 2024•49 min•Ep. 197
GLENN ROBBINS is the proud Superintendent of the Brigantine Public School District in Brigantine, New Jersey. He has served as a public school superintendent in New Jersey since 2016. Prior to becoming a superintendent, he was a middle school principal, a high school assistant principal, a high school social studies teacher, and a high school varsity coach. He is also an author and speaker. Glenn has been awarded numerous administrative national and state recognitions including the National Exem...
Feb 05, 2024•37 min
